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Chris Sutton shares what he has been told about Morelos’ potential Rangers exit
Ligue 1 outfit Lille are reportedly interested in landing Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos as they look for a replacement for Napoli-bound Victor Osimhen. The Colombian is keen to move to the French side, and has agreed personal terms after Lille’s Director of Football Luis Campos convinced him about the club’s project. However, both clubs are yet to agree terms, and what will happen going forward remains to be seen as Rangers clearly don’t want to feel short-changed as they look to cash in on their most prized possession. Steven Gerrard’s side will have to get a quality replacement capable of delivering the goods should they allow Morelos leave, and former Celtic star and BBC pundit Chris Sutton has shared what he has been told about the striker’s desire while commenting on whether the Lig...
Midfielder who admits he’d love to sign for Rangers wants them to sell Morelos
Reading midfielder and former Rangers star Charlie Adam has told the Ibrox club to cash in on Colombian striker Alfredo Morelos this summer. French top-flight side Lille have registered interest in the 24-year-old, but their £13.7 million offer has been knocked back with the Light Blues holding out for £20 million. Adam reckons they won’t get near that or even £15 million for their star striker as a result of the financial shortcomings the coronavirus pandemic has put clubs in, urging them to sell if a £12 million bid comes in. “I’d get rid of him. If the money came for him, I’d get rid of him now. I think anything between £8 to £12 million you’ve got to take it,” the midfielder said on BBC 5 Live Sport. “You are not going to get £15 million, you are not going to get £20 million, so a...
Report: Tottenham are considering a bid for 28-yr-old Newcastle target this summer
Tottenham have been linked with the Bournemouth forward Callum Wilson recently. Sky Sports reporter Jamie Weir is now claiming that the Londoners are considering a bid for the striker. They could also look to sweeten the deal for the Cherries by offering them a player on loan. Apparently, West Ham and Newcastle are keen on the player as well. Wilson has done well in the Premier League over the years and he could prove to be a good addition to Mourinho’s attack. He could be the back up for Kane during rotation and injuries. Spurs have struggled without Kane this season and they need to add more options to their side before the start of the next season. Wilson is an accomplished Premier League striker who will add goals and pace to their side. It will be interesting to see if they can agree ...
‘Ben White replacement’, ‘White to Leeds’ – Some LUFC fans react to Brighton’s announcement
Brighton & Hove Albion have landed Dutch defender Joel Veltman from Eredivisie giants Ajax, and some Leeds United fans think it could be good news for their own club. The Elland Road outfit want to sign Ben White permanently after his successful loan spell during the 2019-20 campaign, but the Seagulls want their man back, with manager Graham Potter claiming he is in his plans for the next Premier League campaign. Brighton’s newest addition is primarily a right-back, but he is also capable of playing as a centre-back, and Leeds fans reckon he could be a replacement for White at Falmer Stadium. [embedded content] Here is how some of them reacted on Twitter to the club’s official announcement: You could sell one… — StrachanPen (@crajik) July 29, 2020 Good to get a Ben White replaceme...
‘Make this happen’, ‘Good signing’ – Some Wolves fans react to links with 118-cap international
Wolves are thought to be keen on signing the Belgian defender Jan Vertonghen this summer. As per reports (via Express and Star), clubs from Spain and Italy are keen on the player as well. The 33-year-old is a free agent right now and he could prove to be a superb addition to Nuno’s defence. Wolves need to add more depth and quality to their backline and Vertonghen would improve them immediately. Despite his age, Vertonghen has the quality and the experience to make a difference for Wolves next season. It will be interesting to see if the Molineux outfit can convince him to join them. The 118-cap Belgian international has been in the Premier League for a long time now (232 appearances) and he wouldn’t need any time to settle in and adapt. He could make an immediate impact next season. Wolve...
Mourinho aims a dig at Man Utd star, some of their fans respond: ‘Salty’, ‘Back at it again’
Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho has taken a swipe at the Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes. When asked about the Portuguese midfielder’s impact at Old Trafford since signing for the Red Devils in January, the former Manchester United manager claimed that Fernandes has proven to be a good penalty taker so far. Mourinho said to MEN: “Bruno came in, was fit, played very well, improved the United team and also proved to be a great penalty taker, one of the best in the world, because he had about 20 to score.” Bruno Fernandes has netted six penalties for Manchester United so far. Although most of his goals have come from the spot, he has done a lot more than just scoring so far. The Portuguese international has transformed Manchester United’s midfield with his technical ability, pass...
Report: Man Utd plotting summer move for in-demand £20m Everton target
According to reports from The Mirror, Manchester United have joined the race to sign Lille defender Gabriel in the summer transfer window. The 22-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Everton this summer. It seemed at one point of time that the Toffees were close to sealing a £20m deal for the Brazilian centre-back. The defender even visited their training ground before lockdown. However, Everton appear to have cooled down their interest in Gabriel. Although the Toffees still need to sign a defender, they are looking at other alternatives, with the likes of John Stones and Branislav Ivanovic being linked with a move. The Red Devils have also joined the race but are likely to face competition from Arsenal, Napoli and Paris Saint Germain. The centre-back could be availabl...
Report: Spurs keen to sign 26 y/o int’l…club would accept £18m deal
According to reports from Turkish newspaper Sabah, Tottenham Hotspur are still in the hunt to sign Vedat Muriqi in the summer transfer window. Spurs need to sign a quality striker this summer as they are heavily reliant on Harry Kane. The England striker is arguably one of the best players in the world in his position, but Spurs do not have a reliable back up option. At the same time, signing a quality striker won’t be easy for Spurs as top players might feel that they wouldn’t get regular games especially when Kane is fit and firing. Muriqi, however, could be a very good option. He may want to prove himself at a top club and therefore could be tempted to leave Fenerbahce. He was superb last season for the Turkish club, where he scored 17 goals and registered seven assists. Spurs coul...
Photo: 26 y/o target spotted in Glasgow ahead of £4.5m Celtic move
Celtic are close to signing Vasilias Barkas. The 26-year-old goalkeeper has been spotted in Glasgow ahead of his £4.5m move to the Scottish champions. 📸 Greek goalkeeper Vasilios Barkas spotted in Glasgow ahead of his move to #CelticFC – With @ArnoldClark pic.twitter.com/nfA9vdWo0Q — PLZ Soccer (From 🏠) (@PLZSoccer) July 29, 2020 The Scottish Sun claimed yesterday that the AEK Athens keeper is expected to undergo a medical today. He has now arrived in Glasgow, and it looks like it is only a matter of time before the official confirmation comes. The Greece goalkeeper will sign a four-year contract to join Neil Lennon’s side. AEK could be entitled to another £900,000 in bonuses with a further ten per cent sell-on clause included in the deal. Celtic were heavily intereste...
Report: West Ham planning to raid Wolves for highly rated attacking midfielder
West Ham are interested in signing the Wolves attacking midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White. The 20-year-old is already a part of Wolves’ first-team setup and he has a big future ahead of him. The attacking midfielder is rated highly at Molineux and it will be interesting to see if they are willing to consider any offers for him this summer. Gibbs-White has made 13 appearances for Wolves so far this season. He has started four of Wolves’ Europa League games as well. There is no doubt that he has the talent to develop into a quality Premier League player and West Ham’s interest (via Daily Mail) in him is hardly a surprise. He would be a solid long-term investment for them. It remains to be seen whether the Hammes come forward with a concrete offer for the midfielder now. Convincing Wolves won’t b...
Report: Newcastle man omitted from EPL squad keen to see out final year of contract
Newcastle United could have new owners when the 2020-21 Premier League campaign starts on September 12 with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund looking to complete a £300 million takeover. Some major squad changes are expected to take place if that happens, and even if the takeover doesn’t go through before the summer transfer window closes on October 5 and Mike Ashley remains owner, exits and arrivals in the playing squad remain on the cards. One player who is expected to remain in Newcastle and not feature in the Premier League regardless of who the owners are is Henri Saivet. According to The Athletic’s Chris Waugh, the midfielder seems content to see out the final year of his contract, despite being omitted from the Premier League squad. The Senegal international signed a five-and-ha...
Report: Leeds keen on 25-yr-old defender who has contributed to eight goals this season
Leeds are being linked with a move for the Dutch defender Sean Klaiber this summer. As per Voetbal International (via Sportwitness), the Whites are interested in signing the right-back but no offer has been made yet. Klaiber has had a good season with Utrecht and he could prove to be a decent addition to Bielsa’s defence. Apart from his defensive qualities, the right-back is quite impressive going forward as well and he will add a new dimension to Leeds’ attack. Klaiber picked up four goals and four assists in 24 Eredivisie games this past season. It will be interesting to see if Leeds United come forward with an offer for the defender in the coming weeks. Utrecht will be looking to demand a premium if they are forced to sell the 25-year-old this summer. Klaiber is a key player for th...
