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Report confirms Everton have asked about 25-yr-old winger, Ancelotti knows him well
Everton are keen on improving their attacking options this summer and the Mexican winger Hirving Lozano has been linked with a move to Goodison Park. The Napoli winger hasn’t had the best of time in Italy and he has been linked with a move away for a while now. According to reports (h/t sportwitness), Everton have been in contact with the Italian club regarding Lozano but the Italian outfit are not keen on a sale this summer. It will be interesting to see if the Premier League outfit can convince Napoli to sell the Mexican winger in the coming weeks. Carlo Ancelotti has worked with the player during his time at Napoli and he could help the 25-year-old Mexican regain his form and confidence once again. Everton could use some pace and flair in the wide areas and Lozano could prove to be a ve...
Report: West Ham in touch with 24-cap Int’l, looking to bring him back to the PL
West Ham United are looking to improve their attacking options this summer and they have been in touch with the Napoli striker Fernando Llorente as per reports (h/t sportwitness). The highly experienced striker has played in England before with Swansea and Tottenham and he could prove to be a very handy option for David Moyes next season. Llorente could be a backup for Haller and he could make a big difference for the Hammers coming off the bench as a substitute. He would add experience and depth to the side. The 24-cap Spanish international will also add some tactical flexibility to the West Ham side. He is capable of holding the ball up and bringing others into play and his signing will allow West Ham to take a more direct approach if needed. Furthermore, Llorente is pretty good in the a...
Report: Wolves looking to sign 27-yr-old South American who would cost €30m
Wolverhampton Wanderers have been linked with a move for the Porto defender Alex Telles. The highly-rated left-back has been linked with a move to the Premier League for a while now and it will be interesting to see if he finally gets to complete the transfer this summer. Porto want to sign Ruben Vinagre & Wolves appear open to offers. Swap deal for Alex Telles has been reported in Portuguese press tonight with his agent already in UK. Difficult deal to do but Porto set to let him leave this summer (contact expires 2021). #WWFC — Ryan Taylor (@RyanTaylorSport) September 7, 2020 The Premier League side have lost Jonny to an injury and they need to bring in a quality left-back for the start of the new season. Telles could prove to be a quality addition to Nuno’s defence. The 27-year...
Fabrizio Romano delivers exciting update on Leeds’ latest bid for Gvardiol
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Leeds United have submitted a new bid for Dinamo Zagreb centre-back Josko Gvardiol. Leeds have submitted a new bid to sign Josko Gvardiol: €22m + 20% percentage on future sale. Dinamo Zagreb asked for €25m as price tag. Also RB Leipzig are in the race but made a lower bid [around €15m]. ⚪️ #LUFC #transfers @DiMarzio — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 8, 2020 Zagreb want at least £23 million for the teenage sensation, but Leeds’ latest offer is £20 million with a 20% sell-on on any future sale. The Elland Road outfit aren’t the only side linked with Gvardiol, with Bundesliga side RB Leipzig also keen. However, they have tabled just a £13.6 million bid for the Croatian youth international. Leeds head coach Marcelo Bielsa ...
Journalist: Leicester leading the race to sign £35m winger, player expecting offer
Leicester City are reportedly leading the race to sign David Brooks from AFC Bournemouth this summer. According to MEN journalist, Dominic Booth, the Foxes are leading the chase to sign the highly-rated 23-year-old winger. Manchester United are also interested in signing him, but they’re still trying to secure a deal for Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund. Understand David Brooks is expecting an offer from Leicester, and that #LCFC are leading the race for his signature. Manchester United still considering him among their targets, but Sancho remains the priority. #mufc — Dominic Booth (@DomBooth19) September 8, 2020 Bournemouth have lost some of their key players this summer following their relegation to the Championship. Nathan Ake joined Manchester City for a reported fee of £40m l...
‘Clinical finisher’ will reportedly begin Aston Villa medical today
According to The Times, Brentford star Ollie Watkins will undergo a medical with Aston Villa today. It has been reported that the Villans have agreed a £28 million transfer fee with Championship club Brentford for Watkins, who can play as a forward or as an attacking midfielder and was described as “a clinical finisher” by former Villa striker Kevin Phillips on Quest (9pm, February 8, 2020). The fee could reach as much as £33 million, according to the report, which has added that the 24-year-old will undergo a medical today. Aston Villa need to sign a striker Wesley had injury problems last season and, according to The Times, the Brazilian may not be fit until next year due to a serious knee injury. The 23-year-old actually did not have a great time when he was fit and available, as he sco...
Darren Bent’s instant reaction as Grealish isn’t included in England XI v Denmark
Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish will have to wait for his first Three Lions start as he isn’t in manager Gareth Southgate’s XI to face Denmark in the Nations League game tonight. Team news is in! 📋 Here is your #ThreeLions side to take on Denmark in the #NationsLeague: pic.twitter.com/4MCgCNx79P — England (@England) September 8, 2020 The Villa star wasn’t in the original squad for the games against Iceland and the Danes, only making it due to the withdrawals of Marcus Rashford and Harry Winks due to injuries, and it doesn’t appear that he has done enough in training to make Southgate’s XI. Former Villa striker Darren Bent wasn’t impressed after seeing Grealish on the bench again, and he took to Twitter to react thus: Still no grealish ? What’s people’s thoughts, does the gaffe...
Doucoure’s instant reaction after signing for Everton
Everton have confirmed the signing of Abdoulaye Doucoure from Watford today. The 27-year-old midfielder has become the third major signing for the Toffees in four days, following the arrivals of Allan and James Rodriguez, from Napoli and Real Madrid respectively. Doucoure took to social networking site Twitter to express his reaction after his official move to Everton was confirmed by the club. He wrote: New step in my career, very happy to have signed for @Everton. Can’t wait to start the new season and achieved all the objective of the club. Come On Blues 🔵🔵 pic.twitter.com/8kRSN3KU1W — Abdoulaye Doucouré (@abdoudoucoure16) September 8, 2020 According to reports from The Guardian, the midfielder has signed a three-year contract, with Everton having the option on a fo...
Journalist: Villa leading the race to sign 23-year-old Leeds target
Aston Villa are looking to bolster their attacking midfield department this season, and have been heavily linked with a move for Ollie Watkins of Brentford. Dean Smith has other alternatives as well, and it seems they are taking a keen interest in Liverpool’s Harry Wilson this summer. According to David Anderson of The Mirror, Aston Villa are ‘leading the chase’ to sign the 23-year-old winger, while Leeds are also in the hunt for his signature. Liverpool are holding out for £20m for the in-demand Harry Wilson. Leeds are long-term admirers, while Aston Villa are leading the chase. However no mooted bids have met Liverpool’s valuation. — David Anderson (@MirrorAnderson) September 8, 2020 Wilson impressed heavily last season on loan at AFC Bournemouth. However, Liverpool have made it clear th...
Report: Everton closing in on another signing, 27-yr-old’s move will be announced today
Everton are closing in the signing of Abdoulaye Doucoure from Watford. The 27-year-old has been highly impressive for the Hornets over the last couple of seasons and he should prove to be a quality addition to Ancelotti’s midfield. Everton have already signed Allan and Rodriguez this summer and Doucoure could take their midfield to a whole new level. He will add drive, presence and defensive cover to the midfield. It will be interesting to see how he performs at Everton next season. He might need some time to adapt to Ancelotti’s style but his Premier League experience should help him settle in quickly. According to Sky Sports, the transfer should be confirmed later today. Everton have been very active in the market so far and it will be interesting to see if they can improve their defence...
Report: Everton looking to sign Napoli striker, David Moyes also keen
According to RAI journalist Ciro Venerato, West Ham United and Everton are both keen on bringing back Napoli striker Fernando Llorente to the English Premier League this summer. The former Tottenham Hotspur target man joined the Serie A giants last summer after his contract with the North London side ended, and he featured in 24 games on his return to Italy, scoring four times and assisting once. Everton have added James Rodriguez and Allan to their midfield, with Abdoulaye Doucoure also expected to be signed. Manager Carlo Ancelotti wants to boost his striking ranks and has also been linked with Valencia’s Maxi Gomez. However, the Uruguayan doesn’t have Premier League experience and could be against sitting on the bench. Despite being 35, Llorente still has what it takes to provide excell...
Report: Serie A club plotting move for Rangers star, Ibrox club want £18m
According to Foot Mercato, Serie A side Fiorentina are interested in signing Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos this summer, but they need to sell before they are able to buy the Colombian. The Ibrox club want at least £18 million for the signature of the 24-year-old, and it remains to be seen if suitors will meet their asking price. Lille have also been linked with Morelos since the summer transfer window opened, but they have already landed David Jonathan, and it isn’t clear if a move for the Rangers star is still on the cards. Another Ligue 1 outfit Marseille have also been linked with Morelos, but they are looking to seal a loan deal for his signature this summer. El Bufalo fell out boss Steven Gerrard and reportedly told the Light Blues that he wants out this summer. He was left out of t...
