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Spurs reportedly ready to triple managerial target’s wages, he’s on Barca radar
Tottenham Hotspur are prepared to offer a contract worth £15 million per year to Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers in a bid to land him, according to 90min. The Northern Irishman currently earns £5m per year at the King Power Stadium, but the Foxes are ready to match Spurs’ offer and would even be prepared to better it to retain his services. Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has made Rodgers their top target to replace Jose Mourinho and will look to land him this summer after attempting to lure him to London from Swansea City in 2012. Manchester City identified the Leicester boss as the top target to replace Pep Guardiola had the Spaniard not signed a new contract. Barcelona President Joan Laporta also has the Spanish-speaking Rodgers on his radar, and he is one of his candidates s...
‘Out of my hands’: Club boss comments on the future of £28m player wanted by Liverpool
Sheffield United interim manager Paul Heckingbottom is hopeful that Sander Berge will remain at the club beyond the summer. The Norwegian international has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool this summer, but Heckingbottom expects him to stay put. The Blades will play in the Championship next season, and doubts remain about whether the 23-year-old midfielder will continue at the club. Back in March, Eurosport claimed that Liverpool are considering a summer move for the Norwegian midfielder. Berge joined the club from Genk in the January transfer window of 2020 for around £22 million, becoming the club’s record signing. He impressed in his early days at Bramall Lane as the Blades finished in ninth place. According to a recent report from The Sheffield Star, the club are l...
‘Happy’, ‘Time will tell’: Some Man United fans react to fresh update on 27-year-old star
Eric Bailly has ended speculation regarding his future by putting pen-to-paper on a fresh three-year contract with the option for another 12 months. The centre-back has been with the Red Devils since 2016 but has made just 100 appearances in all competitions due to multiple injury setbacks. It was recently claimed that Bailly could refuse a new deal with the Red Devils as he does not want to act as the back-up to Victor Lindelof and Harry Maguire. However, this has been proved false, with the club confirming that he has signed a new contract until June 2024, which can be extended for another year. Here are a few reactions on Twitter from United fans. I love Bailly but we should’ve sold him — Vats🔰 (@UtdVats) April 26, 2021 I really like Bailly when he’s fit & availa...
Thomas Tuchel says Real Madrid star will ‘want to make a point’ against Chelsea
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has hailed Real Madrid attacker Eden Hazard as a ‘top-quality player’, and believes he will be looking to make a point against his former employers. Hazard is widely regarded as one of the Blues’ modern greats, having registered 110 goals and 92 assists from 352 appearances for the club between 2012 and 2019. He made the switch to Real Madrid with the blessing of the Blues’ hierarchy, but the move has proved unsuccessful to date due to multiple injuries. Hazard has made just 37 appearances since joining in June 2019, but he will be aiming to end the current campaign without any more setbacks. The 30-year-old recently returned from a muscle injury to play 13 minutes in the goalless draw against Real Betis, and Tuchel is aware of the Belgian’s quality. The Blues...
Everton reportedly want Poland international goalie on Spurs radar, Moyes keen too
According to Italian journalist Nicolo Schira, Premier League trio Everton, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United have joined Borussia Dortmund in the race for Fiorentina goalkeeper Bartlomiej Dragowski. After #BVB three english clubs (#Everton, #Tottenham and #WestHam) have asked info for #Fiorentina’s goalkeeper Bartlomiej #Dragowski (his contract expires in 2023). #transfers https://t.co/nZ7W0BxP5F — Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) April 26, 2021 The Poland international has been in impressive form since joining the Serie A outfit since the summer of 2016, with 79 league appearances under his belt. Spurs are looking for a long-term replacement for Hugo Lloris and have been linked with Lille’s Mike Maignan. However, the Frenchman appears edging closer to a move to AC Milan. Dragowski, 23, co...
Ornstein: Arsenal have now ‘opened negotiations’ over a fresh deal for midfielder
Arsenal have opened talks over a new deal for Emile Smith Rowe. According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, the Gunners have started negotiations with Smith Rowe over an improved contract. The 20-year-old has been outstanding since breaking into the senior team this season. He has emerged as an integral part of Mikel Arteta’s plans, making 16 appearances this term. After securing contracts for Bukayo Saka and Folarin Balogun, the Gunners have turned their attention towards securing the long-term future of Smith Rowe, who is about to enter the final two years of his existing deal. The youngster, who was brought into the first team against Chelsea on Boxing Day, has registered seven assists in the Premier League and Europa League. While Smith Rowe and Martin Odegaard, on loan fro...
Report suggests 28-yr-old linked with a move to Leeds would cost just £13m
Leeds United were linked with a move for Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico earlier this month, and it appears that the Dutch outfit are prepared to sell him for around £13 million. According to Daily Mail, Manchester City and Inter Milan have also been keeping tabs on the experienced left-back The reported asking price is a bargain in today’s market, and his addition to the Leeds squad would be an inspired move by them. The Argentine left-back is at the peak of his career right now and could make an immediate impact if he moves to Elland Road. Marcelo Bielsa’s side are ninth in the Premier League, but they could have been higher with a better defensive unit. Leeds have conceded 50 goals in 33 league matches, and sorting out their defensive vulnerabilities should be a top priority for Marcel...
Joel Glazer was ‘so upset’ by Ed Woodward’s Manchester United resignation
Manchester United co-owner Joel Glazer was ‘so upset’ by Ed Woodward’s resignation, according to Football Insider. United confirmed last week that Woodward would leave his role as the club’s executive vice-chairman at the end of 2021, with reports claiming it was due to a difference of opinion regarding the European Super League (ESL). However, a Premier League chief executive told Sky Sports that Woodward had been involved in the ESL plans ‘from day one’. While Woodward’s departure was met by celebrations from United fans, Football Insider columnist Kieran Maguire has claimed co-owner Glazer was unhappy with the news. Maguire claims this is because ‘Woodward was perfect for the Glazers’ due to his belief in prioritising commercial success over results on the pitch. The Foot...
Bayern Munich reach agreement with Julian Nagelsmann to replace Hansi Flick
Bayern Munich have reached an agreement with current RB Leipzig manager Julian Nagelsmann to replace Hansi Flick next season. Nagelsmann’s stock has risen exponentially over the past few years, impressing initially with Hoffenheim, before joining RB Leipzig in 2019. The 33-year-old has continued to impress in Germany, despite Bayern Munich’s continued dominance. Though, with Hansi Flick leaving the German giants at the end of the season, Bayern are now in the market for a new manager. Julian Nagelsmann has long been linked with the job and according to journalist Christian Falk, Bayern have reached an agreement with the RB Leipzig manager to become their new manager. Exklusive: @FCBayern and Julian Nagelsmann agree to work together in the upcoming season @BILD_Bayern — Christian ...
Ex-NOC official: National Sports Festival remains good investment in youths
Elias Gora, a former Secretary-General of Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), says the biennial National Sports Festival (NSF) remains a good investment in ensuring Nigerian youths are positively engaged. Gora told newsmen in Lagos on Monday that the Festival could however be improved upon to discover more talents for Nigeria. He emphasised on the need to also use the Festival to continue to promote peace and unity in the country. “It is an investment, and it has kept the youths busy. Other youths who watched would have been motivated. “So, with the height of insecurity in the country, such distraction is needed. “I was part of the officials and one thing I understand is the fact that these youths will rather focus on what they enjoy doing. They can’t be bothered about anything. “If we can in...
‘Excellent’, ‘Best player’: Some Manchester United fans praise 23-year-old’s display vs Leeds United
A selection of Manchester United fans were impressed with Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s performance during the Premier League clash against Leeds United on Sunday. The Red Devils won by a convincing 6-2 scoreline in the reverse meeting at Old Trafford, but it was a dull affair at Elland Road yesterday which ended goalless. Despite this, there were some positives from the display. Wan-Bissaka excelled from the right-back role with another strong defensive performance. The 23-year-old managed one tackle, four interceptions and five clearances. He also won more take-ons (5) than any other United player. Wan-Bissaka also made several overlapping runs, and delivered a key pass for Bruno Fernandes, who dragged his effort wide of the target. Here are some fan reactions on Twitter regarding his display. If ...
‘Sorted already’ – Harry Redknapp makes new Spurs manager claim, tips 48y/o for job
Tottenham Hotspur parted ways with head coach Jose Mourinho a week ago, and have put under-23s boss Ryan Mason in charge until the end of the campaign. The 29-year-old led Spurs to a 2-1 win over Southampton on Wednesday but was not able to inspire them on Sunday as they suffered a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Manchester City in the League Cup final. Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy will be keen to land a manager capable of turning his side into trophy winners and title challengers, and former manager Harry Redknapp is convinced that a decision has already been made and that the North London outfit have already done a deal for their next boss. Mourinho was announced as Spurs boss within 12 hours of Mauricio Pochettino’s sacking, and Redknapp thinks the only reason the club were not able to mak...
