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Report: What Newcastle United think of Aston Villa competition for striker
According to The Mirror (print edition, page 65, September 6, 2020), Newcastle United are confident of beating Aston Villa to the signature of Callum Wilson. Both Newcastle and Villa are interested in signing Wilson from Bournemouth in the summer transfer window, according to the report. It has been claimed that the striker wants to join the Magpies, although both them and Villa have made bids for the England international. The report has added that Newcastle are confident of securing the services of Wilson and do not think that Villa will beat them. Would Callum Wilson be a good signing for Newcastle United? Joelinton had a disappointing campaign in the Premier League last season, as the Brazilian striker scored just two goals. While the 24-year-old is a good striker, Newcastle manager St...
Journalist: Spurs making ‘dramatic late entry’ to hijack deal for 24 y/o Villa target
Tottenham Hotspur are making a dramatic late entry to sign Ollie Watkins from Brentford this summer, according to Alan Nixon of The Sun. Aston Villa are hot favourites to sign Watkins this summer, and there have been reports that they have made a breakthrough in the deal to sign the 24-year-old forward. However, there could be more twists and turns in the race for Watkins as Spurs have made a late entry to sign him. According to reports from The Sun (printed edition, page 61) Spurs are making a dramatic late entry to pip Aston Villa to the signature of the attacking midfielder. Jose Mourinho wants to sign an extra attacker this summer and has earmarked Watkins as a potential option. Watkins, who scored 26 goals last season, can play as a striker or can also play wide. Villa are waiting for...
Report: Parker wants to sign 45-cap int’l for Fulham this summer
Fulham are reportedly showing keen interest in signing Martin Hinteregger. The Cottagers are once again looking to bolster their squad this summer following their return to the Premier League. However, they are cautious with their funds and want to use it wisely. Scott Parker has already made four signings this summer. He signed Anthony Knockaert from Brighton, Antonee Robinson from Wigan, and Southampton duo Harisson Reed and Mario Lemina. Parker is now looking to add a central defender this summer. The London club have been linked with a move for Chris Smalling and Ola Aina in recent weeks, but a new name has come up today. According to reports from The Sun (printed edition; page 62), Fulham are showing keen interest in signing Austria defender Martin Hinteregger. The report cl...
Report: Newcastle close in Aston Villa target, £20 million bid has been accepted
Newcastle are closing in on the signing of Callum Wilson from Bournemouth. According to reports, the Premier League club have had a £20 million bid accepted for the striker. Understand Newcastle have had a £20m bid for Callum Wilson accepted by Bournemouth. Villa have pulled out as he wants to move to Newcastle. #nufc #afcb #avfc — Miles Starforth (@milesstarforth) September 6, 2020 Apparently, Aston Villa have pulled out of the race and Newcastle are now frontrunners to complete the signing. Steve Bruce needed to improve his attacking options and Callum Wilson should prove to be a quality addition to his attack. The Bournemouth star is a proven goal scorer in the Premier League and it is no surprise that multiple clubs are looking to bring him back to the top flight this summer. Newcastle...
Report: Leeds United player’s mindset amid Celtic interest
Barry Douglas is happy at Leeds United amid interest from Celtic, according to Leeds Live. The Daily Mail recently reported of interest from Celtic in Leeds left-back Douglas. The report stated that the Scottish Premiership giants and the promoted Premier League outfit have held talks over the transfer of the 31-year-old. However, Leeds Live has claimed that the Scotland international is happy at Leeds and is a key member of the the club’s dressing room. Should Barry Douglas stay at Leeds United? Douglas is not guaranteed a place in the Leeds starting lineup, with Stuart Dallas having made that position his own last season. The Northern Ireland international is a winger by trade, but he did well at left-back in the Championship. However, the Premier League is a huge step-up, and head coach...
Report: Celtic plotting move for in-demand midfielder Lennon wants next
Celtic are stepping up their chase to sign Alfie Doughty in the summer transfer window. According to reports from The Scottish Sun, the Bhoys have stepped up their interest in the Charlton Athletic midfielder. Neil Lennon has signed four players already, but the Celtic boss is looking to make more additions to the squad. The Scottish champions have bolstered their midfield this summer with the purchase of David Turnbull from Motherwell, but it seems Lennon wants to add another midfielder this summer. The 20-year-old, who played during his side’s 3-1 win over Swindon, has emerged as a surprise target for the Hoops. The Addicks have already turned down a bid from Luton for Doughty. The report claims that Celtic are now plotting a move to sign him who would cost around £750,000. Dou...
The Times journo: Newcastle ‘very close’ to securing deal for 11-cap int’l
Newcastle United are looking to make as many as four signings before the start of the new season. The Magpies are reportedly winning the race to sign AFC Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson after Aston Villa have pulled out of the race. The Cherries have accepted a bid from the Magpies, and the player wants to join the Tyneside club as well. Newcastle have also agreed a deal to sign Jamal Lewis from Norwich City. If the reliable journalists are to be believed, the Magpies are close to signing Rogerio from Sassuolo as well. And now, The Times journalist Martin Hardy has claimed that the Magpies are ‘very close’ to securing a deal for Ryan Fraser. The 26-year-old winger is a free agent and he is keen on a move to St James’ Park this summer. Fraser deal ‘very close’. Wilson fee agreed. Lewis a ...
‘All three parties are happy’: Journalist provides exciting Leeds transfer update on two targets
Phil Hay of the Athletic has recently stated that Leeds United are in no hurry to push through the deals for their proposed targets. Marcelo Bielsa has got what he wanted. Leeds have bolstered their defence with the purchase of Robin Koch from Freiburg while they have also added significant quality on the attacking front by signing Rodrigo from Valencia. However, Leeds are looking to add more new players before the start of the new season. According to The Mirror journalist, David Anderson, Leeds are progressing in their bid to sign Josko Gvardiol from Dinamo Zagreb. The Croatia Under-21 defender is a highly talented player, and Leeds are paying a premium fee in the region of £18m to secure his signature. His wages will be low, which probably balances it out in terms of finances....
Transfer round-up: Wolverhampton Wanderers close to defender deal, Chelsea to loan out striker
We are approaching the conclusion of the sixth weekend of the Premier League summer transfer window and all clubs have made at least one signing. Earlier yesterday, the Toffees secured their first purchase of the summer with midfielder Allan making the switch from Serie A side Napoli. The Brazil international has signed a three-year contract with the Toffees and has been reunited with manager Carlo Ancelotti after their time together in Naples. Elsewhere, Wolverhampton Wanderers announced their first major signing as well with teenage forward Fabio Silva joining them on a club-record deal from Porto. Let’s have a look at the top transfer stories at the moment. Top Transfer Stories: Wolverhampton Wanderers are set to announce the signing of Lyon defender Fernando Marcal. The Brazilian,...
Fabrizio Romano: Nigeria international star is set to join Fulham
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Nigeria international full-back Ola Aina is set to join Fulham on a season-long loan with an option to buy from Torino. Ola Aina is set to join Fulham on loan with buy option from Torino. Agreement reached and here-we-go 🤝⚪️ @DiMarzio @SkySport #FulhamFC #transfers — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 6, 2020 The 23-year-old spent the last two seasons with the Serie A giants, leaving Chelsea permanently last summer after a season-long loan in Italy. Fulham are landing a quality defender that brings experience to the table, and it will be interesting to see how he fares at Craven Cottage. Aina played six games for the Blues before joining Hull City on loan for 2017-18, and he has grown in leaps and bounds since. Wh...
Report: Leicester trying to pip West Ham with £30m bid for 27 y/o int’l
Leicester City are looking to bolster their central defence and are reportedly looking to make a move for Burnley defender James Tarkowski. The Foxes have signed just one player so far – right back Timothy Castagne – and Brendan Rodgers is looking to add more depth in his defence. Leicester are set to step up their interest this week in the 27-year-old England international, according to the Star on Sunday (h/t Sky Sports). The Foxes are looking to make a bid in the region of £30m for the defender. However, Leicester could face strong competition from West Ham. The Hammers have already made a £27million bid for Tarkowski, according to reports from The Telegraph. David Moyes’s side are looking prepare to spend the money from Grady Diangana’s controversial sale ...
Keith Downie: Scottish winger has agreed a deal to join Newcastle United
According to Sky Sports’ Keith Downie, Scotland international winger Ryan Fraser has agreed a deal to join Newcastle United, pending a medical which is expected to take place tomorrow. Ryan Fraser has agreed a deal to join Newcastle United, pending a medical which should take place tomorrow. NUFC will have former Bournemouth teammates Fraser & Callum Wilson both in undergoing medicals on the same day 🔳 courtesy of @markmcadamtv #NUFC — Keith Downie (@SkySports_Keith) September 6, 2020 The former Bournemouth star was in Newcastle to have face-to-face talks with Toons boss Steve Bruce on Friday, and he is now set to move to St. James’ Park alongside his former teammate Callum Wilson. Fraser left the Cherries prior to the restart of Premier League action last season, refusing to p...
