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Report: Club believe 27y/o is worth more than £40m as Hammers plot move
According to The Sun, Burnley are demanding almost double the £27 million opening bid West Ham United have tabled for James Tarkowski. Hammers boss David Moyes wants to bolster his centre-back options after seeing his side fall apart defensively in a 5-3 loss at the hands of relegated Bournemouth on Saturday. Tarkowski has proven to be one of the best defenders in the top-flight over the years, and he has the quality it takes to significantly improve West Ham at the back. The London Stadium will have to break the bank to land the signature of the 27-year-old, though. Burnley are aware that Bournemouth got £40 million from Manchester City for the services of Dutch centre-back Nathan Ake, and they believe that Tarkowski is worth considerably more. The England international made 47 blocks, 63...
Report: Newcastle have made an approach to sign in-demand Bayern Munich target
A host of clubs including Newcastle and Arsenal have made an approach to sign Georginio Rutter in the summer transfer window. According to reports from L’Equipe (h/t Get French Football News), Premier League clubs – Newcastle and Arsenal – have made enquiries about signing Rutter. Serie A giants AC Milan are also interested in signing him. The report claims that a host of European elites have made contact to sign the 18-year-old French youth international attacker from Rennes. German champions Bayern Munich have made contact to sign the teenager who has 12 months remaining on his current contract. Bayern could face strong competition from the likes of Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig. The young Frenchman has remained coy on his future, although he is not expecting a guarante...
Newcastle new striker Wilson sends message to West Ham ahead of clash
Newcastle United have signed England international striker Callum Wilson from relegated Bournemouth, and the 28-year-old is looking forward to making his debut against West Ham United this weekend. Just spoke to Newcastle signing @CallumWilson LIVE on @SkySportsNews – “I’m hoping to make my debut against West Ham on Saturday because I like playing against them. It gives me confidence having scored so many goals against them he past.” #NUFC 🔳🔲 pic.twitter.com/TvgEIYdwrF — Keith Downie (@SkySports_Keith) September 7, 2020 Wilson has scored seven Premier League goals in eight appearances against the Hammers, and he is relishing the chance to play against David Moyes’ side on Saturday. 🗣”It’s West Ham you know, I like playing against them, it is a nice team ...
Journalist: PL rival willing to offer £27m to sign player Mourinho wants at Spurs
According to Spanish journalist, Senen Escalante, Manchester United are leading the race to sign Real Madrid full-back Sergio Reguilon. Last week, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claimed that the Real Madrid left-back has been offered to Manchester United. Reguilon spent the last season on loan at Sevilla and helped the Spanish club win the Europa League. The 23-year-old has no future at Real Madrid and it would be better for him to move on this summer. He needs to play regularly at this stage of his career, and Madrid are ready to offload him. It has been reported that Los Blancos will demand around €20-25 million (£18-22m) for the player. Escalante claims that the defender will not be joining Sevilla this summer. The La Liga club are willing to offer him €20...
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....
