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Report: Frank Lampard a big fan of one West Ham United player
According to Bleacher Report, Chelsea are interested in signing Declan Rice from West Ham United in the summer transfer window. It has been reported that Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is a big fan of the England international’s personality, drive and commitment. However, according to the report, the Blues are exploring other options before an offer is made by the Premier League giants. Quality footballer Rice is a very good footballer who can operate as a defensive midfielder or as a central defender. The England international has grown and developed as a footballer over the past two seasons, and is now widely regarded as one of the best young players in the Premier League. Leaving West Ham United West Ham are an established club in the Premier League, but there is a strong chance that the...
‘I would love to be part of it’ – Celtic star drops exciting hint about his future, fans will love it
Odsonne Edouard has claimed that he would love to be a part of the Celtic squad that could win the tenth Scottish Premier League title in a row next season. He said (via Daily Record): “Winning 10 in a row is very important for the club, the players and the fans. Of course, I would love to be part of it. No one knows what will happen in the future but I want to be a part of it. “My first target right now is to play football again after so much time away from the pitch. I only set personal targets for myself once the season actually starts. “At the moment, I am still under contract with Celtic and my priority is to get back playing again. In the future, we will see what happens.” The Frenchman has been linked with a move away from Parkhead in the recent months and if he stays for the next s...
Report: Mourinho’s tactical plan could see 27-yr-old Spurs ace benched against Man Utd
Tottenham winger Lucas Moura could be dropped against Manchester United. According to Football Insider, Jose Mourinho could use a 4-3-3 system against his old club and it will be difficult to accommodate the Brazilian in the starting lineup. Kane, Son and Bergwijn could start ahead of Moura when the Londoners take on Manchester United. It will be interesting to see what happens when the two teams meet. Even if Moura doesn’t get to start against the Red Devils, he is still a very good player who will make an impact when he comes on. Apparently, Mourinho is looking to use three midfielders to control the play. It would make sense given the fact that United have a strong midfield. The likes of Pogba, Fred and Bruno Fernandes are all top-class players and Spurs will need bodies in the midfield...
Newcastle and Leeds-linked player reportedly not heeding Kylian Mbappe advice
Newcastle United and Leeds United-linked Tanguy Kouassi has reportedly made his decision to leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer. According to 90min, PSG wanted Kouassi to sign a new contract this summer and then loan him out to Leeds in the Championship in England for the 2020-21 campaign. Le10 Sport have claimed that Newcastle are planning to bring the 18-year-old defender to St. James’ Park on a free transfer. RMC Sport have reported today that the teenager will not sign a professional contract with PSG. It has been reported that Kouassi will leave the French giants on a free transfer at the end of the month. The report has added that the France Under-18 international will not join AC Milan or RB Leipzig. PSG Sporting Director Leonardo, Kylian Mbappe and Presnel Kimpembe all tried to c...
Report: Everton still interested in defender, but Wolves are leading the race
According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Everton and Aston Villa are among the clubs interested in signing Jamie Hamilton. It has been reported that Everton, Villa, Burnley and Fulham were keen on Hamilton in the January transfer window and are still interested in securing his services this summer. However, according to the report, Liverpool and Wolves are at the front of the queue for the signature of Hamilton Academical defender and are leading the race for the 18-year-old. The report has added that the Reds plan to place the teenager in their development squad. The Daily Record reported only last month that Hamilton has signed up for the Scottish club for another season. One for the future Hamilton has already made his debut for the Hamilton first team, and the defende...
Sutton pinpoints the the ‘two key pieces of summer business’ Celtic must take care of
Former Celtic star Chris Sutton has highlighted the two most important things Neil Lennon must do this summer. The popular pundit thinks that keeping Odsonne Edouard at the club and signing Fraser Forster should be the two priorities for Celtic in the transfer market. He wrote in Daily Record: “Of course, getting Fraser Forster back and making sure Odsonne Edouard stays are the two key pieces of summer business which must top the planning list.” Edouard has been linked with a move away from Parkhead and it will be interesting to see if Celtic can keep him at the club. The 28-goal star is ready to make a step up and the top clubs will be looking at him. However, if Celtic manage to keep him for another year, it could help them win their 10th league title in a row. Edouard has been...
Report shares when document that could influence Newcastle United takeover will be issued
According to the Chronicle, the outcome of the World Trade Organisation’s investigation claiming that Saudi Arabia are behind pirate satellite station beoutQ will be known in a document set to be issued on Tuesday. Saudi’s Public Investment Fund is looking to seal a £300 million takeover of Newcastle United, but the Kingdom’s links with broadcast piracy have prevented them from passing the Premier League’s Owners’ and Directors’ Test. The English top-flight are waiting for the formal publication of the WTO investigation before they deliver their verdict on the Magpies takeover, and while The Sun reported on Wednesday that it’s due in the next fortnight, the Chronicle claims it will come earlier. The Guardian revealed last month that it was due mid-June and that date appears imminent. We kn...
Don Hutchison claims recommending £9m Bayern Munich player to West Ham
Don Hutchison has claimed on Twitter that he recommended Bayern Munich midfielder Mickael Cuisance to West Ham United and Crystal Palace. The former West Ham midfielder has stated that he recommended the 20-year-old midfielder to both the Hammers and Palace when he was at Borussia Monchengladbach. And Crystal Palace. @Mark__Bright 😉 https://t.co/wBumJvxDBd — Don Hutchison (@donhutch4) June 13, 2020 Bayern Munich Spell Cuisance joined Bayern from German rivals Monchengladbach in the summer of 2019 for a transfer fee reported by 90min to be worth €10 million (£8.97 million). According to WhoScored, the youngster has made one start and six substitute appearances in the Bundesliga for Bayern so far this season. The midfielder has also played five times in the third division in Germany ...
Report: Spurs want Brazilian star Ancelotti called best centre-back in the world, Arsenal keen too
According to Bleacher Report, Tottenham Hotspur are interested in bringing Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Thiago Silva to the Premier League this summer, but they face competition from Arsenal and Everton. The 35-year-old is set to leave Parc des Princes in the coming weeks after both parties couldn’t agree to terms of a contract extension, and it appears Spurs boss Jose Mourinho wants him. Tottenham need another centre-back with Jan Vertonghen leaving at the end of the campaign, and while Silva won’t be a long-term replacement, the fact that he will be available for free has made him attractive to suitors. The Brazilian’s representatives have been relatively surprised at just how much interest there has already been from Premier League clubs, and it will be interesting to see where he en...
‘Bielsa will regret the loss’: Phil Hay provides Leeds transfer update on 22-year-old player
Leeds United are facing a curious situation ahead of the restart of the Championship. Earlier this week, it was reported that Leeds striker Jean Kevin Augustin has suffered a recurrence of his hamstring strain and may not play any part for the rest of the season. Augustin has played just thrice for Leeds since his arrival from RB Leipzig on loan in January. He got himself into good shape during the lockdown period but it appears like he might have played his last game this season. It leaves Leeds with just one striker once again in the form of Patrick Bamford. But most importantly it leaves a serious question mark on Augustin’s future. According to reports from The Athletic, when Augustin’s loan was agreed, Leeds United were obligated to convert the deal into a permanen...
Report: Newcastle ‘most interested’ in signing 23 y/o midfielder, club ready to listen to offers
Newcastle United could be one of the most active clubs in the transfer window if their proposed takeover goes through. The potential new owners are expected to spend big in the transfer market. However, at the same time, it could turn into a bleak and frustrating window if the takeover falls through, and Mike Ashley still remains in charge. The Magpies have been linked with a host of quality players in recent months. But they all seem to be agent fuelled PR stories because Newcastle first need to get their structure right. Even if we assume that they will avoid relegation, there is a high chance that Steve Bruce will not be in charge. And without knowing who the new manager would be, it’s difficult to think that the club would make any effort to make a shortlist of players for the summer. ...
Report: Club director says Spurs target will leave, Everton have allegedly offered him a deal
Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Leonardo Araujo has confirmed that Brazilian centre-back Thiago Silva will leave Parc des Princes at the end of the season. Sky Sports journalist and transfer expert Fabrizio Romano shared a quote from the PSG chief on Twitter, and it could send Tottenham Hotspur and Everton into overdrive. Leonardo: “Edinson Cavani and Thiago Silva will leave PSG at the end of the season, it’s confirmed”. 🔴 #PSG #transfers — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 13, 2020 Both teams have been linked with an interest in the 35-year-old ahead of the summer transfer window, with Arsenal, AC Milan and Manchester United also said to be interested. Toffees boss Carlo Ancelotti wants to reunite with Silva at Goodison Park, while Spurs manager Jose Mourinho also wants...
