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Several Premier League clubs competing with Juventus and RB Leipzig for £21m Bundesliga forward
A number of Premier League clubs could be set to compete with RB Leipzig for the signature of Stuttgart striker Sasa Kalajdzic this summer, as reported by German publication Bild (via Transfermarkt). Kalajdzic has enjoyed a fine season in the Bundesliga. He is the league’s sixth top scorer with 13 goals – despite making only 15 starts. And, at just 23 years of age, the Austrian is expected to have a bright future. Kalajdzic celebrating one of his 13 league goals His form has got several clubs across Europe keeping an eye on the forward. Liverpool, Everton, Newcastle United, and West Ham United have both been linked from the Premier League, while Juventus have also been named as possible takers. Despite this, Leipzig remain the most likely destination. It has now been claimed that Stuttgart...
Liverpool reportedly keen to sign £68m Arsenal target, club may sell him for much less
According to reports from Estadio Deportivo, Liverpool are showing keen interest in signing Guido Rodriguez from Real Betis in the summer transfer window. The Reds could face strong competition from Premier League rivals Arsenal for the player who has a release clause worth £68 million. However, there are suggestions that Betis may sell him for much less amid the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic. The 26-year-old has done well with Betis this season, managing two goals from 28 games. The 10-times capped Argentine international is good at tackling and interceptions, and he would be a solid addition to both Liverpool and Arsenal. He is currently ahead of William Carvalho in the pecking order for the defensive midfield role, and it will be interesting ...
Leeds reportedly in the hunt to sign in-demand defender; available on free in the summer
Leeds United are reportedly interested in signing Sheffield Wednesday defender Osaze Urhoghide. The report claims that Watford and Crystal Palace are also monitoring the 20-year-old defender. The youngster is out of contract at the Hillsborough next season, and Leeds can sign him on a free transfer. The young central defender has made nine starts in the Championship this season, and a further two appearances have come from the bench. He has impressed heavily for Wednesday in recent months, producing eye-catching displays against Barnsley and Luton Town. However, his contract situation has generated attention among several clubs, including Leeds and Palace, according to Sheffield Star. SL View Phil Hay claimed recently that Leeds will look to sign at least five players ...
‘On the verge of being world class’ – Some West Ham fans react to 26-yr-old’s Int’l display
West Ham United midfielder Tomas Soucek produced a sensational display against Estonia last night. The 26-year-old was unplayable for Czech Republic, and he ended up scoring a hat-trick for his country. Apart from his goals, Soucek was outstanding defensively and helped break up the play time and again. The midfielder also managed to create some impressive chances for his teammates. ⭐️ @tomassoucek28 🆚 Estonia ⚽️ Goals – 3🏹 Shots – 5👥 Aerial Duels Won – 6💪 Tackles – 4🧠 Interceptions – 5🎯 Pass Accuracy – 89%📈 Rating – 10 👏 Having been named Czech Player of the Year on Tuesday, Tomas Soucek celebrated in style! pic.twitter.com/H6IslGfZ6H — WhoScored.com (@WhoScored) March 25, 2021 Soucek has been...
Norwich City eyeing up £7m-rated Wales international ahead of promotion charge
Norwich City are looking to sign Cardiff City midfielder Will Vaulks this summer, according to the Daily Mail. Vaulks has been playing in the second tier of English football for a few seasons. He first came to the Championship in 2016, joining Rotherham United from Scottish side Falkirk. He played three seasons for Rotherham, with one of them coming in League One. Vaulks acrobatically celebrates a goal Following the Millers’ relegation in 2019, Vaulks moved to Cardiff for approximately £2 million. During his time at the Welsh club, he has impressed, scoring eight goals and generally putting in several top-class performances. His form has attracted Norwich’s attention, who are reportedly ready to make a move for the Wales international in the summer. The 27-year-old is valued at around £7m,...
Spurs must look to secure a masterstroke player-plus-cash deal to sign 24-year-old star
Tottenham Hotspur should look to sign a new goalkeeper in the summer transfer window. Lloris has a contract at the north London club until 2022, and he could leave Spurs at the end of the season. According to reports from the French newspaper L’Equipe, Premier League giants Manchester United want to sign the 34-year-old experienced goalkeeper in the summer. French club Nice are also keen to secure his signature. According to reports from The Sun, Spurs have shortlisted three keepers to replace Lloris. Manchester United’s Dean Henderson is their first-choice, while Burnley’s Nick Pope and West Brom’s Sam Johnstone are other options. Henderson, who impressed heavily last season for Sheffield United, has struggled for game time at Old Trafford this season. He is behind David de Gea ...
Man Utd believe Bruno Fernandes could be key to signing of £40m-rated youngster
Manchester United believe that star man Bruno Fernandes could be influential should they make a move for Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Pedro Neto, according to a report by Football Insider. Neto arrived at Wolves in the summer transfer window of 2019 from Braga for a reported £18 million, following a two-year loan spell at Lazio. During his time at Molineux, he has impressed, scoring eight Premier League goals, as well as helping his side to a Europa League quarter-final. Neto is on Man Utd’s radar This has attracted the attention of some of the biggest clubs in England. And, at just 21 years of age, there could be a lot more to come from the winger. Football Insider states that Manchester United are interested in the Portuguese, with playmaker Bruno Fernandes potentially playing a key ro...
Barcelona and Real Madrid hot on the heels of Suarez and co with 10 games to go
With Atlético Madrid, Barcelona and Real Madrid all winning in match week 28, the La Liga Santander title race is well and truly on as the top three enter the final 10 games of the season. With just six points separating Atlético from Real Madrid in third (La Liga table), Sportslens takes a look at each of the title hopefuls’ run-ins, assessing where opportunities and challenges lie ahead. Atlético Madrid Luis Suárez’s 500th career league goal puts him among an exclusive list of players to reach the milestone Atlético provided an immediate response to their disappointing Champions League exit by beating relegation-threatened Deportivo Alavés 1-0 last Sunday. Talisman Luis Suárez scored the only goal of the game, whilst also reaching a career milestone of 500 league goals. The veteran strik...
Former Premier League sides Sunderland and Bolton are on the rise again
As it’s the international break, both the Premier League and Championship will grind to a halt for the next 10 days as players jet off worldwide to meet up with their international colleagues. Leagues One and Two will come into the spotlight domestically as a result, and we’re going to use the time to take a look at two former top-flight teams vying to make their way back to the summit, starting with promotion this season. Sunderland and Bolton Wanderers spent a combined 29 seasons in the Premier League since its 1992 inception. However, since their respective relegations, they have both fallen dramatically from grace at an alarming rate. SUNDERLAND Relegated to the Championship in 2017 with David Moyes as manager, the Black Cats were in turmoil off the pitch. Moyes left, then owner ...
‘Out of the frying pan into the fire’ – Some NUFC fans react to links with 53-yr-old manager
Newcastle United are reportedly lining up a move for Chris Wilder at the end of the season. According to Duncan Castles (via Chronicle), Mike Ashley is not prepared to sack Steve Bruce despite the abysmal run of form. However, he is planning for a new manager if Newcastle are relegated to the Championship. The 53-year-old recently parted ways with Sheffield United and could prove a decent appointment for the Magpies if they go down. The former Blades boss did an excellent job getting the Yorkshire club promoted from League One to the Premier League over the past few years. According to reports, Wilder would be an inexpensive appointment and has a proven track record in getting a club promoted to the top flight. Newcastle are currently just two points above the relegation zone and have won ...
Spurs reportedly eye summer move for £22m forward in scintillating form
According to reports from Sky Sports, Tottenham Hotspur are checking on Lille winger Jonathan Bamba ahead of a potential summer move. The report claims that Spurs are unlikely to keep Gareth Bale for another year with them on loan. The Welshman has one year left on his Real contract. Bale has said recently that his plan “is to go back” to Madrid at the end of the season. “The original plan was to do a season at Spurs and after the Euros still have a year left at Real Madrid,” Bale told Sky Sports. Spurs – irrespective of where they finish at the end of the season – will be looking to add a quality attacking forward in the summer transfer window. The north London club have been track potential new forwards, including Bamba and Nicholas Gonzalez. Bamba joined Lille in 201...
Spurs handed potential huge Dybala boost after Juve reportedly reach decision
According to Football Italia, Juventus have refused to meet the contract demands of Paulo Dybala, and a summer exit is becoming increasingly likely. The news will come as a huge boost to Tottenham Hotspur who tried to land him during the last two transfer windows. According to the Daily Star, Spurs will be offered the chance to sign Dybala this summer, although the £40 million fee may put them off. Juventus have offered the Argentina international a take-it-or-leave-it offer worth €10m per season, including performance-related bonuses, and they are now ready to cash in on him with his contract expiring at the end of next season. Chelsea, Barcelona and Paris St-Germain will also be offered the opportunity to sign the 27-year-old, and more suitors are likely to emerge at the end of the seaso...
