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Is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang past his best?
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s performance against league leaders Manchester City was a testament that footballers, especially those in their 30s, tread on thin ice. Put one foot wrong and social media is filled with posts stating the player is out of his depth. In Aubameyang’s case, people who were being critical of the striker completely forgot the impact the player had on the team just a week ago. Aubameyang is too often a passenger when playing as a striker. His hold up play has been horrific. — Bhavs (@bhavss14) February 21, 2021 The 31-year-old has had an underwhelming campaign this season, netting just five goals in the Premier League prior to the game against Leeds United last week. Having handed out another long-term contract to a player in his thirties, Arsenal will be hoping that i...
Tottenham reportedly want £40m EPL goalkeeper as Lloris’ replacement, Hammers keen too
According to Manchester Evening News, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United have both expressed interest in Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson, and Chelsea are also interested in recruiting the services of the Englishman. Sportslens View The 23-year-old is not satisfied with playing second fiddle to David de Gea having featured in just two Premier League games this term since returning from a season-long loan at Sheffield United. Henderson wants to leave Old Trafford this summer if he is not guaranteed the starting berth next season, and that has put both Tottenham and West Ham at alert. However, any interested clubs must be willing to part with around £40 million to have a chance of landing the England international, and Man Utd will not hesitate to cash in on him if that amount ...
Tottenham reportedly want £40m EPL goalkeeper as Lloris’ replacement, Hammers keen too
According to Manchester Evening News, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United have both expressed interest in Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson, and Chelsea are also interested in recruiting the services of the Englishman. Sportslens View The 23-year-old is not satisfied with playing second fiddle to David de Gea having featured in just two Premier League games this term since returning from a season-long loan at Sheffield United. Henderson wants to leave Old Trafford this summer if he is not guaranteed the starting berth next season, and that has put both Tottenham and West Ham at alert. However, any interested clubs must be willing to part with around £40 million to have a chance of landing the England international, and Man Utd will not hesitate to cash in on him if that amount ...
‘Bring Sabitzer and Konate’: Many Spurs react to ‘Tottenham’s top target’ report
Tottenham Hotspur are struggling badly in the Premier League. The 2-1 defeat last week against West Ham United was their fifth in their last six games. While Jose Mourinho remains confident about his coaching methods, it seems Spurs could take drastic measures if the results do not improve in the next fortnight. According to reports from The Telegraph, Spurs “will place” RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann “at the top of a list of targets” to replace Mourinho if the dismal run of form continues. The Portuguese boss apparently is facing a crucial 12 days to save his job. The results in this period will determine his fate, and also give an indication about whether the club make a move to appoint Nagelsmann. The Leipzig boss is open to joining Spurs at the end of the season, but he is not ...
‘Bring Sabitzer and Konate’: Many Spurs react to ‘Tottenham’s top target’ report
Tottenham Hotspur are struggling badly in the Premier League. The 2-1 defeat last week against West Ham United was their fifth in their last six games. While Jose Mourinho remains confident about his coaching methods, it seems Spurs could take drastic measures if the results do not improve in the next fortnight. According to reports from The Telegraph, Spurs “will place” RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann “at the top of a list of targets” to replace Mourinho if the dismal run of form continues. The Portuguese boss apparently is facing a crucial 12 days to save his job. The results in this period will determine his fate, and also give an indication about whether the club make a move to appoint Nagelsmann. The Leipzig boss is open to joining Spurs at the end of the season, but he is not ...
‘Completely different challenge’: Southampton star suggests what he has noticed about Leeds
Southampton midfielder Stuart Armstrong has suggested that he expects a completely ‘different’ challenge against Leeds United today. The Saints travel to Elland Road to face Leeds who are out of form at the moment, having lost three of their last four Premier League games. Armstrong suggests that Leeds are an “energetic side” who offer a “different style” to most teams in the league. 🗣”That will offer a completely different challenge to us” Southampton’s Stuart Armstrong on the prospect of facing Leeds United pic.twitter.com/fcanqRXlQj — Football Daily (@footballdaily) February 23, 2021 SL View Leeds are going through a slump in form after losing back-to-back games against Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers. However, Marcelo Bielsa’s side have a chance to r...
‘Completely different challenge’: Southampton star suggests what he has noticed about Leeds
Southampton midfielder Stuart Armstrong has suggested that he expects a completely ‘different’ challenge against Leeds United today. The Saints travel to Elland Road to face Leeds who are out of form at the moment, having lost three of their last four Premier League games. Armstrong suggests that Leeds are an “energetic side” who offer a “different style” to most teams in the league. 🗣”That will offer a completely different challenge to us” Southampton’s Stuart Armstrong on the prospect of facing Leeds United pic.twitter.com/fcanqRXlQj — Football Daily (@footballdaily) February 23, 2021 SL View Leeds are going through a slump in form after losing back-to-back games against Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers. However, Marcelo Bielsa’s side have a chance to r...
‘They lacked charisma’ – Arsenal legend sticks the boot in
Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has issued a damning verdict on Liverpool’s 2-0 defeat against Everton on Saturday. Goals by Richarlison and Gylfi Sigurdsson condemned the Reds to their fourth successive home reverse and Wenger was far from impressed with their display. “They are on a bad run and this result tonight will deepen, a little bit, the doubt they have,” he told beIN SPORTS. “They lack belief in everything they do. “It affects you and goes quickly through the ranks, but again tonight, they put the effort in, they were focused, motivated, but they lacked charisma around the team. “We have seen again tonight, at the top level, you pay for your weak points. “Overall, they question themselves now, Liverpool, but tonight I’d say they produced the desire and the quality of the per...
Rodgers ‘in the hunt’ to sign West Ham and Arsenal target
Leicester City have been tipped to make a summer move for Brentford forward Ivan Toney. The 24-year-old has been sensational in the Championship this season, scoring 24 goals in 30 appearances for the Bees. The former Peterborough United star has already been linked with Arsenal and West Ham United, but they could face competition from the Foxes this summer. Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers is searching for a long-term replacement for Jamie Vardy, and the Mirror has claimed that he is ‘in the hunt’ to sign Toney this summer. SL View It is no surprise that Toney has been attracting interest from Premier League clubs given his performances for Brentford this season. However, his potential suitors will have to dig deep if they want to prise him away from the Championship outfit. In addition to ...
Predicted Rangers XI v Dundee United: Gerrard to make three changes, 28-yr-old to start
Rangers host Dundee United in the Scottish Premiership later today and they will be hoping to extend their fine run of form with another win at home. The League leaders have won four of their last five matches in the Scottish Premiership and they are coming into this game on the back of a thrilling midweek win in the Europa League. Steven Gerrard’s side and are full of confidence and they have the momentum with them. There is no doubt that they will be the favourites to pick up all three points. The home side have kept a clean sheet in 13 of their last 14 matches at Ibrox in the League and Dundee will have to be at their best to break them down. The away side have lost three of their last five League games and they are massive underdogs heading into this contest. Rangers are yet to lose in...
Alan Shearer reacts to Fulham win as Newcastle edge closer to relegation
Fulham secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sheffield United last night, with the result handing their survival chances a massive boost. The Cottagers are only three points off safety, and Newcastle United will need to secure a win against Manchester United at Old Trafford tonight in order not to edge closer to a full-blown relegation battle. Ending matchday 25 with only three points above Fulham will not do the Magpies’ confidence any good, and their fans are already afraid that a spell in the drop zone is inevitably on the cards. Newcastle legend Alan Shearer was keeping an eye on Fulham’s game last night, and his reaction to Gary Lineker’s comments on Ademola Lookman’s winner speaks volumes. 👀 https://t.co/U816Ef7dAh — Alan Shearer (@alanshearer) February 20, 2021 Newcastle ha...
Journalist claims Bruce’s NUFC future in doubt, UCL-winning boss wanted as replacement
According to Duncan Castles of the Transfer Window Podcast, the future of Newcastle United head coach Steve Bruce is in doubt following a run of two wins and two draws in his side’s last 13 Premier League games, and owner Mike Ashley has asked Rafa Benitez to step in and help keep the Magpies up. Sportslens View The St. James’ Park outfit are currently a place and six points above relegation, and fans are scared that they could drop into the bottom three soon with 14 games still left to go. Bruce is not popular with the Newcastle faithful, and with Ashley keen on selling the club the owner knows that relegation will wipe around 50% off the club’s current value. • Dortmund ready to sell Haaland• Will anyone meet Alaba’s wage demands?• Ashley asks Benitez to keep Newcastle up• Darren Drysdal...
