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Report: Everton could reignite interest in 28-yr-old January target this summer
Everton are keen on signing the Inter Milan midfielder Matis Vecino this summer. The player was linked with the move to Goodison Park during the January transfer window as well but the move never materialised. It will be interesting to see if Everton can sign their man this time. The Toffees are looking to bring in a central midfielder this summer and they have been linked with the likes of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg as well. Vecino is another option for them (Tuttosport via Sportwitness). Vecino would perhaps be a cheaper alternative to the Southampton star. It remains to be seen whether Carlo Ancelotti makes a move for the Uruguayan. Vecino is set for surgery on his knee now and his recovery could be key to any future move. He could be a decent option for Everton next season. The 28-year...
Report: Everton have had a £25m offer accepted for 24-yr-old Tottenham target
Everton have been linked with a move for Southampton’s Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg this summer. According to Talksport journalist Alex Crook, the Toffees have now had a bid accepted for the midfielder. Everton have offered around £25m for the player. Told #EFC have had an offer worth £25m accepted for #SaintsFC midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg — Alex Crook ⚽️🎙 (@alex_crook) July 21, 2020 Hojbjerg has been linked with a move to Tottenham as well. The 24-year-old has just one year left on his deal at Southampton and he is not keen on a renewal. A summer move is the best option for all parties. Everton could definitely use someone like him in their side next season and it will be interesting to see if they can get the deal done now. Initially, it seemed like Spurs were fa...
‘Would be a class signing’ – Some Leeds fans react after hearing Bielsa wants 17-goal star
Leeds United are thought to be keen on signing the Brentford winger Said Benrahma this summer. We covered reports earlier that the Whites could bid around £23m for the winger. Benrahma has been outstanding for Brentford this season and he has been linked with a move to Chelsea as well. It will be interesting to see if Leeds can snap him up before the Blues. He would add pace, flair and goals to Marcelo Bielsa’s attack next season if he joins them. For £23m, he could prove to be a quality signing. Benrahma has the technical ability to succeed in the Premier League and Bielsa could take his game on to another level. Leeds’s fast-paced attacking football could suit Benrahma. The left-sided winger has 17 goals and 8 assists to his name so far this season and he would improve every te...
Report: Tottenham ready to offer £45.2m for playmaker Jose Mourinho is keen on
Roma midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo has been linked with a move to Tottenham recently. According to Italian Journalist Nicolo Schira, the Londoners are now ready to offer €50m (£45.2m ) for the 21-year-old midfielder. Apparently, Jose Mourinho wants the player at Tottenham this summer. It will be interesting to see if the Premier League giants can come to an agreement with Roma now. The Serie A side are thought to be holding out for a fee in the region of €60-70m. If Spurs can offer €50m for him, one would have to assume that the deal can be done. It is not far from Roma’s valuation and the two clubs could eventually reach a compromise. Zaniolo is one of Italy’s finest young talents and he could be a superb long-term addition to Jose Mourinho’s squad. The attacking midfielde...
Report: Wolves join the race for long-term Everton target, Jorge Mendes involved
Wolves have apparently joined the race for the Napoli midfielder Allan. The Brazilian has been heavily linked with a move to Everton for a while now and it appears that Jorge Mendes wants to take him to Wolves according to RAI Sport journalist Ciro Venerato (via Sportwitness). The player has fallen down the pecking order at Napoli and he is expected to move on this summer. Carlo Ancelotti has worked with the player before and he rates the Brazilian quite highly. It is no surprise that he wants to bring Allan to Goodison Park. It will be interesting to see if Wolves manage to hijack the move. Nuno’s side could use someone like Allan and they have the resources to sign the player as well. Furthermore, Wolves could be able to provide Allan with European football next season. Everton do not ha...
Ian Taylor shares his emotional reaction after Aston Villa’s win over Arsenal
Aston Villa picked up a massive 1-0 win over Arsenal to give themselves some hope of staying up this season. Dean Smith’s side are now out of the relegation zone because of Watford’s thumping earlier. It will be interesting to see if they can beat the drop eventually. Aston Villa win have to win their remaining game and hope that they stay ahead of Watford on goal difference, that is, if the Hornets win their last game as well. Trezeguet scored the only goal of the game for Villa today on the 27th minute. Arsenal had their chance when Eddie Nketiah’s 77th-minute header came back off the inside of the post. However, the home side managed to hold on for the three points. Aston Villa have had several moments this season where they slipped up right at the end. It wasn’t the case against A...
‘Immense’, ‘Unreal’, ‘Magnificent’ – Some Villa fans are in awe of 22-yr-old’s display vs Arsenal
Arsenal crashed to a 1-0 defeat against Aston Villa in the Premier League today. After having beaten the likes of Liverpool and City in their recent outings, the loss against Villa will come as a major blow to the Gunners’ confidence. However, it could prove to be priceless for the home side. Aston Villa are now out of the bottom three thanks to the win and they can now beat the drop with a good result in their last game. Dean Smith will be thoroughly impressed with his players tonight and there were quite a few contenders for man of the match. The likes of Grealish and Luiz put on a splendid display from the midfield, but Ezri Konsa was imperious at the back for Villa. The 22-year-old Aston Villa defender had a fantastic game and he managed to keep one of the world’s best strikers quiet f...
Report: Leeds preparing £23m bid for priority target in scintillating form
Leeds United are back in the Premier League after a sixteen-year absence. The Whites owner Andrea Radrizzani has made it clear that they are not aiming to be a passenger in the Premier League to fill the quota of clubs, rather they have a long-term vision in place. Instead of following the routes of Fulham and Aston Villa in the transfer market, the Yorkshire outfit are likely to follow the trajectory of Sheffield United. The club are confident that Marcelo Bielsa will stay and sign a new deal. It will be exciting to see how Leeds approach the summer transfer window as they would be looking to bolster their squad with talented players. According to reports from Le Buteur, Leeds boss Bielsa has made Said Benrahma a priority signing for the club. The 24-year-old attacking midf...
‘There is no chance’: Report claims the latest status of Saudi takeover of NUFC
According to reports from The Mirror, the Saudi takeover of Newcastle United has stalled indefinitely. To put it simply, the Saudi takeover deal won’t happen unless they come up with a solution to allow sports rights holders BeINSports to protect their rights. Mike Ashley, who has already agreed a £300m deal, has emotionally distanced himself from the club. He just wants to sell the club and move on. However, it seems the deal is unlikely to be waved through. The Premier League are showing full support to its major £500m overseas rights holder beIN Sports. The Saudi government permanently banned beINSports from broadcasting in the country – a decision that hasn’t worked in their favour. It means, there is currently no legal way of watching the Premier League in Saudi Arabia. As it stands, ...
Report: Celtic have made contact to sign £8m West Ham forward
Scottish champions Celtic are looking to bolster their squad in the summer as they aim to secure their 10th SPL title in a row. Neil Lennon has said recently that he will be looking to add a few players to his squad, while also admitting that the club could be willing to sell their top players if the price is right. While signing a goalkeeper and a defender should be Lennon’s top priority, the Bhoys manager is looking to bring in another striker as well this summer. According to reports from Sky Sports, Celtic have registered an interest in signing West Ham forward Albian Ajeti. The report claims that Lennon is keen on the Switzerland international. They have made preliminary contacts about his availability. The Bhoys are looking to sign him either on loan or permanently. Ajeti&n...
‘Time to roll the Allardyce’, ‘Unbelievably cryptic’: Many Leeds fans react to Phil Hay’s tweet
Leeds United have secured promotion to the Premier League after a sixteen-year absence. Marcelo Bielsa’s side came close to achieving that feat last season, but they failed at the final hurdle. This time, however, they didn’t repeat the same mistake. Leeds United owner Andrea Radizzani has said that he hopes that Bielsa will sign a new contract at the Yorkshire club. He has admitted that he will meet with the Leeds head coach over a new deal in the next few days. When Bielsa arrived at Elland Road in the summer of 2018 his contract gave Leeds the option of extending it at the end of each season for the following three years. Ahead of Leeds United’s final game against Charlton Athletic, Bielsa was asked to comment on his future. However, the Argentine (as relayed by Phil Hay) has remai...
Jan Vertonghen’s hilarious reaction as Dier signs new Tottenham deal
Tottenham Hotspur star Eric Dier has signed a new contract with the club which will run until 2024. The England international had just a year left on his former deal and was been linked with an exit in some quarters. However, Dier is more than happy to continue plying his trade at Tottenham having become a regular name in the starting XI under manager Jose Mourinho. The versatile defensive player has recently established himself as one of the Portuguese’s centre-back pairing and will hope to hold on to his starting berth for as long as possible. Belgian centre-back Jan Vertonghen has lost his place in the team due to Dier’s rise and is expected to move on once his contract ends at the end of the campaign. The 33-year-old saw the hilarious side of the England international’s contract extens...
