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Fabrizio Romano: European giants ready to start talks with Spurs for 200k-a-wk man
According to Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Serie A giants Inter Milan are ready to start talks with Tottenham Hotspur for the signature of France international midfielder Tanguy Ndombele. Inter are ready to start talks with Tottenham for Tanguy Ndombele. He’s a real target as midfielder for Antonio Conte. The two clubs will also consider some swap deals on next weeks – good relationship after Eriksen deal. 🇫🇷 @SkySport #THFC #Inter #transfers — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 30, 2020 Antonio Conte’s side will also consider swap deals in order to get the deal over the line given the working relationship both sides have developed after Christian Eriksen moved to San Siro in January. Spurs brought the Frenchman to North London in a £63 million deal last summ...
Journalist shares Ashley’s last-minute action that saw PIF pull out of Newcastle takeover
According to Sportsmail’s David Coverdale, Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley tried to significantly renegotiate the £300 million takeover deal at the last minute with the Saudis, and it was one of the reasons why they pulled out of it today. Sources close to the Saudis say Ashley tried to ‘significantly renegotiate’ the £300m deal at the last minute. One of the reasons why they have pulled out today, as well as losing patience with the Premier League. #nufc — David Coverdale (@dpcoverdale) July 30, 2020 Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund also ran out of patience with the Premier League after it emerged that they were making no headway following four months of negotiations. The Newcastle owner had already banked £17 million during the earlier stages of the takeover talks, bu...
‘Didn’t want it to happen’: Report claims which two PL clubs opposed Newcastle takeover
After 18-long weeks, the Newcastle United takeover saga has come to an abrupt end after the Saudi Arabia-led consortium has withdrawn its bid to buy the club. The consortium, led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and also involving Amanda Staveley and the Reuben Brothers, had been waiting for a decision from the Premier League. However, after the Premier League has failed to provide any guidance, they have decided to pull the plug on the deal. According to reports from The Times, Staveley was in tears as she confirmed the consortium’s decision today to withdraw the £300 million offer to Newcastle’s owner, Mike Ashley. She has blamed the Premier League for not approving the takeover. Staveley has confirmed that they have done everything to get the deal done and answered all...
Tottenham Hotspur release home and away kits for 2020-21
Tottenham Hotspur have released their home and away kits for next season, modelled by Harry Kane and Ryan Sessegnon, and the fans can’t wait to get their hands on the Nike-sponsored gear. The shirt of the home kit retains Spurs’ traditional white colour, but it comes with a new design with the knit patterns woven into the fabric created from reinterpreted graphics from the old one. The shoulder is covered by blocks of blue, with a yellow pinstripe lighting up the dark V-neck collar. The torso retains the same blue and yellow colours on its side, with blue shorts and white socks to go with it. The Tottenham badge on a yellow loop label is attached to the left hip, and elevated trims on the Nike Swoosh and club badge provide a premium finish to it. The away kit is different from its predeces...
‘Do we give up now?’: Staveley comments on piracy and what next in the Newcastle takeover process
The Saudi-backed consortium has withdrawn their bid to buy Newcastle United today. After 18 weeks of dilly-dallying, the Premier League failed to reach a conclusion whether they should allow them the green signal to get the deal done. Amanda Staveley was heartbroken as she released a joint statement about their stance. She has stated that the takeover has faced obstruction from rival clubs, but most importantly they got frustrated with the delay from the Premier League. The businesswoman has claimed that the consortium has done everything to get the deal done. They have answered every question asked by the Premier League, and yet they couldn’t get the decision in their favour. While it is thought that the issue of piracy is the major reason why the takeover didn’t happen, Staveley has refu...
‘Utter shock’, ‘A great shame’ – Some Newcastle fans are distraught after latest takeover update
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, PCP Capital Partners and Reuben Brothers have pulled out of the Newcastle takeover. The Saudi-backed group have issued a statement claiming that the delay in proceedings have forced them to back out of the move. The statement read: “With a deep appreciation for the Newcastle community and the significance of its football club, we have come to the decision to withdraw our interest in acquiring Newcastle United Football Club. “We do so with regret, as we were excited and fully committed to invest in the great city of Newcastle and believe we could have returned the club to the position of its history, tradition and fans’ merit. “Ultimately, during the unforeseeably prolonged process, the commercial agreement between the Investment Group and the Clu...
Reuben Brothers & Amanda Staveley react as Newcastle United takeover collapses
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, PCP Capital Partners owner Amanda Staveley and the Reuben Brothers have withdrawn from the process to buy Newcastle United. BREAKING: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, PCP Capital Partners and Reuben Brothers have withdrawn from the process to buy Newcastle United. — Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 30, 2020 The attempt to buy the St. James’ Park outfit in a £300 million deal has taken them over 16 weeks, with passing the Premier League’s Owners’ and Directors’ Test proving herculean. Saudi’s links with piracy complicated things, with the World Trade Organization ruling that the country was behind a pirate satellite TV beoutQ – who illegally streamed contents, including live Premier League games, that rightfully belong to the top-fligh...
Report: Everton in talks to sign 9-goal La Liga player, West Ham in the race as well
Everton are interested in signing the Barcelona striker Martin Braithwaite this summer. As per Mundo Deportivo, West Ham are keen on the player as well and the Spanish giants have now opened talks with both clubs to sell the player. ❗️ #NoticiaMD El Barça ya negocia la salida de Braithwaite a la Premier 🏴 Varios equipos lo quieren, West Ham y Everton, con quien el Barça tiene buena relación, los más interesados 🗣️ Ya están en conversaciones para traspasarlo ✍️ @martinezferran https://t.co/4xv4oWCd2P — Mundo Deportivo (@mundodeportivo) July 30, 2020 Braithwaite is unwanted at Barcelona and they are looking to cash in on him. The Catalan giants value the player at €18m. It will be in...
Report claims 20-goal star is on his way to Manchester United this summer
Manchester United are set to sign the Wolves striker Raul Jimenez this summer. According to RTP, the Mexican is on his way to Old Trafford and Wolves are already working to bring in a replacement. Sporting de Braga striker Paulinho is expected to replace Jimenez at Molineux next season. Jimenez has been one of the best strikers in the Premier League since moving to Wolves and he would be a sensational signing for Manchester United. He would add depth and quality to United’s front line. Also, he is more than just a goalscorer and he will improve United’s attacking play as well. Jimenez is fantastic as a target man and he can link up well with the midfielders. His hold up play and aerial prowess is pretty impressive as well. It will be interesting to see if United can pull off the transfer. ...
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 ...
