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‘Wondering if MA really wants to sell NUFC’ – Man fronting fresh Newcastle takeover bid speaks
Former Newcastle United striker Michael Chopra has revealed on Twitter that he wonders if Magpies owner and chairman Mike Ashley really wants to sell the club. Wondering if MA really wants to sell NUFC — Michael Chopra (@MichaelChopra) August 31, 2020 Maybe his lawyers need to reply to the bid if its been rejected you have to start negotiations at some price — Michael Chopra (@MichaelChopra) August 31, 2020 The Bellagraph Nova Group are looking to buy Newcastle and Chopra is fronting the fresh Toon takeover bid following the collapse of the £300 million bid by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. Still waiting NUFC https://t.co/rYTU6ZjWLI — Michael Chopra (@MichaelChopra) August 21, 2020 Chopra also revealed last week that BNG are still waiting as Ashley & his lawyers are yet to resp...
Transfer round-up: Leicester City close to defender deal, Manchester United target Upamecano
We are into the sixth week of the Premier League summer transfer window and it appears that Manchester United are finally on the cusp of making their first signing. The Red Devils have reached an agreement with Ajax for the purchase of midfielder Donny van de Beek and a deal worth £35.7m plus add-ons could be finalised this week (The Guardian). Let’s have a look at the trending transfer stories at the moment. Top Transfer Stories: Manchester United could follow up the signing of Van de Beek with the purchase of a new central defender. RB Leipzig’s Dayot Upamecano has emerged as the prime transfer target for manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer despite the fact that the Frenchman signed a new three-year deal last month (ESPN). Leicester City are close to landing a replacement for the departed ...
‘It’s close’: Journalist delivers exciting Aston Villa transfer update
Aston Villa are close to signing Matty Cash from Nottingham Forest in the summer transfer window. According to Alan Nixon of The Sun, Villa are close to securing his signature. Cash is known. It’s close. Watkins is about the best deal (for him). Benrahma is about the best deal (for him and Brentford). Edouard is expensive and might fancy a bigger move when he leaves. https://t.co/uRaiGAEPnw — Alan Nixon (@reluctantnicko) August 31, 2020 According to latest reports from The Independent, Dean Smith’s side are confident of signing the Forest full-back, with a fee in the region of £15m expected to be agreed shortly. Cash, who was arguably one of the best left-backs last season in the Championship, was also targeted by Premier League rivals Fulham. But it seems, he is heading towards joini...
Spurs monitoring experienced ace who scored 10 Premier League goals last season
Tottenham are considering a summer move for the Watford striker Troy Deeney. The Hornets have been relegated from the Premier League but the 32-year-old has been linked with a move back to the top flight this summer as per Daily Mail. Jose Mourinho wants to bring in a quality backup for Harry Kane and the Watford captain should prove to be a quality addition. Deeney has considerable experience of the Premier League and he should be able to settle in quickly and make an immediate impact if he joins the London club. According to reports, Tottenham are now monitoring his situation and it remains to be seen whether they decide to make a move for the experienced striker in the coming weeks. Deeney managed to score 10 goals this past season and he will add a new dimension to Tottenham’s attack. ...
Report: Newcastle plotting swap deal for 28-yr-old, but face competition from Aston Villa
Newcastle have been linked with a host of strikers already this summer and it seems that Bournemouth’s Callum Wilson is a target for them. According to reports (h/t Chronicle), the Magpies could offer Matt Ritchie in a swap deal to sign the 28-year-old Cherries star. Wilson is too good for the Championship and he is expected to return to the top flight this summer. If Newcastle manage to sign him, it would be an impressive coup for them. The Bournemouth striker has proven his quality in the Premier League over the years and he will be an improvement on the likes of Joelinton and Carroll. Other Premier League clubs are thought to be keen on Callum Wilson as well and Newcastle will have to move quickly if they want to fend off the competition and secure his services. As per Mail, Aston Villa...
Report: Bielsa wants technically gifted 26-yr-old, Leeds have offered around £31m
Leeds United are interested in signing the Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul this summer. The midfielder is valued at €40 million and it will be interesting to see if Marcelo Bielsa’s side can agree on a fee for him in the coming days. According to reports (h/t Sportwitness), the newly-promoted Premier League side have submitted an offer already and the bid is thought to be close to €35 million (£31m). It seems that the difference between the offer and the asking price is just €5 million and therefore it would be fair to assume that the two clubs will eventually find an agreement. The 26-year-old central midfielder should prove to be a quality addition to Bielsa’s squad next year. De Paul picked up seven goals and six assists last season and he could be the ideal long term replacem...
Report confirms Everton offer for 21-yr-old La Liga player, club demanding €32m
Everton have been linked with a move for the La Liga defender Emerson. The player is co-owned by Barcelona and Real Betis and the Catalan Giants want to cash in on the player. According to reports (h/t Sportwitness), Everton and AC Milan are keen on signing the player and they have submitted offers for the 21-year-old. Everton tried to sign the player on a two year loan deal with an obligation to buy for €20 million. Barcelona are thought to be holding out for €32 million for the defender and they have turned down the initial offers for the 21-year-old so far. It will be interesting to see if Everton return with an improved offer for the player in the coming weeks. There is no doubt that Everton need to improve their defensive options and Emerson could prove to be a superb long term invest...
Report: Man Utd plotting move to sign £37m star, want to get ‘deal done imminently’
Manchester United are looking to make a flurry of signings ahead of the new Premier League campaign. Having finally shaken off their disappointment of not getting Jadon Sancho, it seems the wheel has been set in motion to capture other targets. If the reports are to be believed, the Red Devils are close to landing their first signing of the summer in the form of £40 million-rated Ajax midfielder Van de Beek who is set to sign a five-year deal with an option for an extra year in the coming days. Now, the Red Devils have turned their attention towards signing a defender, and are prioritizing a deal to sign Dayot Upamecano. According to reports from ESPN, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has turned his attention towards signing the RB Leipzig centre-back, and wants to get a deal done immin...
Ian Wright reacts as Villa star earns call-up to the England squad
According to The Daily Telegraph, Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish has been called up to Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions squad following the recent withdrawals of Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford and Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Winks. The 24-year-old was omitted from last week’s squad, with the England manager stating that he sees others being ahead of him in the attacking midfield position. The Villa star will now link up with the rest of the squad today as preparations for the Nations League games against Iceland and Denmark get underway. A confirmation is expected in a Football Association statement this afternoon, and Grealish could be making his Three Lions debut in the coming days, five years after choosing to represent his country having featured for the Republic of Ireland juni...
Report: PL rival ready to listen to offers for player wanted by Leeds and Everton
Manchester United are facing a curious dilemma regarding their goalkeeping situation. David de Gea remains the club’s first choice. But, Dean Henderson, who has recently signed a new contract, has out-performed him whilst on loan at Sheffield United. Henderson is looking to play regularly, and won’t accept a place on the bench. United do not want to sell him but they cannot afford to drop the Spaniard either. As a result, the club are looking to offload Sergio Romero, who is likely to become the club’s third-choice if Henderson doesn’t move elsewhere on loan. According to reports from The Mirror, the Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is ready to listen to offers for the Argentine goalkeeper. The latest stance from Manchester United will come as a huge boost for Premier League rivals Lee...
Lennon reacts to reported £7.6m bid for 27-yr-old, issues Celtic transfer promise
Neil Lennon has reacted to reports of an offer for the Sampdoria defender Omar Colley. The player has been linked with a move to Celtic and recent reports claimed that the Hoops have submitted a £7.6million bid for the player. Lennon has now rubbished such claims and he revealed that he is not aware of any such offers. When asked if he could confirm a bid for Colley, Lennon said (via Daily Record): “I can’t, no. I can deny it, yeah. I’m not aware of that at all.” It will be interesting to see if Celtic make their move for the 27-year-old this summer. There is no doubt that the Hoops need to improve their defence and someone like Colley would be a quality addition. That said, Celtic have been linked with Shane Duffy from Brighton as well and the move is thought to be edging c...
Report: Agent confirms Arsenal interest in 23-yr-old midfield powerhouse
Arsenal have been linked with a move for the Roma midfielder Amadou Diawara this summer. According to the player’s agent, the Gunners are genuinely interested in the player. Diawara’s agent, Daniele Piraino, told Tuttomercatoweb (h/t Standard): “Diawara is at a top club like Roma, where he is happy, as there is enthusiasm around the new owners. However, he is also liked by many clubs in England, including Arsenal. Being linked with certain clubs is pleasing for him, as these are prestigious sides. Amadou is concentrated on football and his career.” It will be interesting to see if the Londoners follow up on their interest with a formal offer this summer. Arsenal need to add more depth and quality to their midfield and Diawara could prove to be a good signing for them. Arteta coul...
