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‘Leeds fans obviously would be gutted’: Talksport pundit has advice for Manchester City
Jamie O’Hara suggested on talkSPORT (9:40am, October 13, 2020) that Manchester City should consider appointing Leeds United head coach Marcelo Bielsa as their manager in the future. The former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder and talkSPORT pundit believes that if Pep Guardiola leaves City at the end of the season, then the former Premier League champions should consider appointing Bielsa as his replacement. O’Hara said on talkSPORT (9:40am, October 13, 2020): “I know he doesn’t sign long-term contracts, I know Guardiola’s coming to the end of his contract. “If they don’t win it this year and Guardiola decides that he wants to do something else, we talk about Pochettino, but Bielsa for Man City for me is a manager that they should seriously have a think about. “I don’t want to put something out...
Report: West Bromwich Albion poised to sign 19-goal attacker before Friday’s transfer deadline
West Bromwich Albion are close to securing an agreement to sign Karlan Grant from Huddersfield Town, a report from Football Insider claims. The 24-year-old has been one of the Baggies’ top targets this summer and manager Slaven Bilic has already confirmed the interest in the forward. Earlier this month, it was reported that the Baggies were in advanced talks with the Terriers and they could finalise a loan deal before Friday’s domestic transfer deadline. It is now revealed that the west Midlands outfit have made the breakthrough in the negotiations and they are likely to sign Grant on loan with the obligation to buy. The Terriers were initially hoping to gain around £16m from the sale of Grant and it appears that the Baggies are willing to pay a similar fee at the end of the season. G...
Stan Collymore thinks ‘unique’ Aston Villa player good enough for Liverpool
Stan Collymore has suggested in The Mirror (print edition, page 47, October 13, 2020) that Aston Villa star Jack Grealish is good enough to play for Liverpool or Manchester City. The former Liverpool and Villa striker rates Grealish highly, and believes that the 25-year-old England international attacking midfielder could flourish at the Reds or the Citizens. Collymore wrote in The Mirror (print edition, page 47, October 13, 2020): “Jack is unique in the Premier League in that he draws players towards him and goes past them.” The former Liverpool and Villa striker added: “But if he sustains his current levels, Jack could shine in midfield for Manchester City. Or for Liverpool or Real Madrid or Barcelona. Yes, he is that good. Could Jack Grealish end up at Liverpool or Manchester City? Grea...
Journalist claims how much Norwich want for Leeds United target Todd Cantwell
The Sun journalist Alan Nixon has claimed on Twitter that Norwich City want £25 million as transfer fee for Todd Cantwell amid interest from Leeds United. The well-known and well-respected journalist has suggested that Premier League outfit Leeds do not want that much for the Championship midfielder. According to The Daily Star, the West Yorkshire club are expected to complete the signing of the 22-year-old from Championship side Norwich before the summer transfer window in England closes on Friday. The Whites’ director of football Victor Orta has told The Yorkshire Evening Post that the club are interested in the youngster. NORWICH. Want 25 for Cantwell. That’s keeping LEEDS at bay for now. — Alan Nixon (@reluctantnicko) October 13, 2020 Todd Cantwell Stats Cantwell has played ...
United legend still believes the Red Devils needs a “top-class No. 9” despite Martial and Cavani combination
As per the Metro, Manchester United legend Paul Scholes is not convinced that Anthony Martial is capable of leading the attack for the Red Devils in the long-term. Although the Frenchman had the best scoring numbers of his career last season with 23 goals in 48 appearances across all competitions, United still need a “top-class No. 9,” according to Scholes. During Mourinho’s era at Old Trafford, Martial often operated from the left, but since Solskjaer took over, he’s been used as a centre-forward than on the flanks. His form post-lockdown was particularly impressive helping the Red Devils secure a third-place Premier League finish, with Marcus Rashford and Mason Greenwood completing a deadly attacking trio alongside the France international. However, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men...
‘Deal will be done’: Journalist delivers exciting Spurs transfer update on West Ham target
Tottenham Hotspur expect to complete a deal for Joe Rodon in the next few days, according to reports from The Athletic. The Athletic journalist, Charlie Eccleshare, has suggested that there is an expectation that Spurs will complete the deal for Rodon before Friday’s deadline. This has been a very productive summer transfer window for Tottenham, with the north London club bringing in as many as six new players. However, Jose Mourinho is keen to sign a centre-back this summer and has earmarked the 22-year-old as a potential option. Rodon reportedly wants to join Spurs as he wishes to play alongside Gareth Bale who joined this summer on loan from Real Madrid. At the moment, the two clubs are a long way apart in their valuation, but Spurs are hopeful that a deal can be agreed. Spurs need...
Journalist claims Derby County want Liverpool 23-year-old this week
The Telegraph journalist John Percy has claimed on Twitter that Derby County, Nottingham Forest, Cardiff City and Norwich City are interested in signing Harry Wilson from Liverpool before the summer transfer window in England closes on Friday. The well-known and well-respected journalist has stated that Championship clubs Derby, Forest, Cardiff and Norwich all want to secure the services of the Wales international winger on a loan deal. The 23-year-old winger is away on international duty with Wales at the moment. #lfc winger Harry Wilson is a loan target for a number of Championship clubs before Friday’s deadline. #dcfc – who had him on loan for the 2018/19 season – are keen to re-sign him but face competition from #nffc, #Cardiff and #Norwich. Wilson currently with the Wales squad — John...
‘You wouldn’t believe’: Firmino names the Liverpool player who works extremely hard
Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino has showered heaps of praise on his club teammate Mohamed Salah in a recent interview with FIFA.com. The Brazil international forward has said that he is grateful to be playing at Liverpool alongside Salah and Sadio Mane. The 29-year-old former Hoffenheim star scored twice in Brazil’s 5-0 win over Bolivia, and he is enjoying the new no 9 role for his country. Firmino has also stated that Salah works extremely hard in training. Firmino told FIFA.com about the Egyptian winger: “I admire Salah a lot. I love the way he plays. He scores a lot of goals. “You wouldn’t believe how hard he works. I’m very grateful to play alongside him and [Sadio] Mane, another magnificent player.” Salah has turned out to be one of the best signings made by Jurgen Kl...
LeBron James Wants His “Damn Respect” After Leading Lakers To 17th NBA Championship
Source: Mike Ehrmann / Getty Job finished. The Los Angeles Lakers won their record-tieing 17th NBA championship. After completing the task, LeBron James had something to say. Love him or hate him, LeBron James is the world’s greatest basketball player right now in his 17th season, which is a testament to his greatness. The man has lived in the playoffs and NBA Finals consistently, yet we still take what he does yearly for granted. The fact that people consistently hate on him (looking at you, Skip Bayless) doesn’t elude him at all due to him rarely addressing his naysayers. He usually just waits for the perfect moment to give them the attention they beg for. Following securing his fourth NBA championship and NBA Finals MVP, Bron didn’t hold no punches during his speech and demand respect f...
Report: Tottenham confident of signing £15m-rated target by Friday
Tottenham are confident of signing Joe Rodon from Swansea before the transfer window closes on Friday. The Premier League side have had a bid rejected for the 22-year-old defender on deadline day and they are now optimistic about getting a deal done in the next few days. According to Football Insider, the two clubs have held extensive talks over a transfer in the recent days and they have made some progress. The 22-year-old is highly rated in the Championship and he could prove to be a useful addition to Jose Mourinho’s defence. Tottenham have had an impressive window this summer and a centre back would complete their squad for the foreseeable future. It will be interesting to see if the two clubs can secure an agreement in the coming days. Apparently, Swansea want around £15 million for t...
Report: Leeds prepared to make their move for £10m-rated midfielder before Friday
Leeds United want to sign the Derby County midfielder Louie Sibley. According to Football Insider, the midfielder is valued at £10 million and Leeds are ready to sign him before Friday’s deadline. The Whites have been very active in the transfer market this summer and they can certainly afford another £10 million for a talented young player. The 19-year-old is highly rated and he has a big future ahead of him. Signing him now could save Leeds millions in future. Marcelo Bielsa has done well to develop the young players at his disposal and he could take Sibley’s game to another level as well. Leeds are yet to submit a formal bid for the midfielder but they are keen on him and it remains to be seen whether they agree to pay the asking price for the 19-year-old. A move to Leeds United would b...
‘He’s become much more aggressive’ – Alan Shearer in awe of Everton star
Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin is deservedly earning rave reviews following his brilliant start to 2020-21. The 23-year-old has nine goals in six games across all competitions for the Toffees thus far, and that earned him his first England call-up and cap. Calvert-Lewin scored on his Three Lions debut against Wales during last Thursday’s friendly and will now look to impress against Denmark in tomorrow’s Nations League clash after not finding the back of the net against Belgium. Everton are looking to break into the top-six this season and going forward, and having a quality finisher upfront will play a huge role if they are to achieve that. English Premier League legend and record goalscorer Alan Shearer is a fan of the Everton star, and he has been impressed with his recent perfor...
