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‘One of the best managers in the world’ – Conte sends classy message to Lampard
Inter Milan manager Antonio Conte has claimed that Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has what it takes to become one of the best managers in the world. The former Blues boss was reminiscing about his days at Stamford Bridge and was full of praises for the former midfielder. Lampard succeeded Conte’s successor Maurizio Sarri last summer, and has impressed in his first season as a Premier League manager. The Chelsea legend’s only experience prior to managing his former club came at Derby County, helping the Rams to the Championships play-offs final last season. Many doubted Lampard’s managerial ability ahead of the current season due to his lack of top-flight experience, but the Blues are favourites to finish in fourth place, and Conte reckons he can go on to establish himself as one of the greates...
Report: Everton keen on 8-goal midfielder but Chelsea could complicate the deal
Everton are thought to be keen on signing the Sassuolo winger Jeremie Boga. According to Il Messaggero (via Sportwitness), Roma, Napoli and Brighton are keen on the player as well. It will be interesting to see if Everton make their move for the winger this summer. Carlo Ancelotti could use some more wide options given the fact that Walcott is past his peak and the likes of Iwobi and Bernard are lacking in end product. Boga has done well in Serie A and he could prove to be a decent addition to the Everton attack. He has 8 goals and 2 assists in the Serie A so far and he can play in a number of positions. The 23-year-old can play behind the striker as well as in the wide areas. His versatility will be an added bonus for Ancelotti and Everton. The former Chelsea player might be tempted to re...
Bundesliga restarts on May 16, live streaming and where to watch
The German Bundesliga will restart this weekend following a suspension of nine weeks due to the coronavirus pandemic. It will be the first major European league to resume footballing action and that is likely to attract plenty of interest from the global audience on their television sets. Bayern Munich will remain the main source of attraction, given their dominance in the German top-flight over the past eight years, but the league title remains far from decided with nine more games left in the campaign. Hansi Flick’s side are presently top of the standings with 55 points on the board, but there is only a six-point difference between themselves and fourth-placed Borussia Monchengladbach. Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig and Monchengladbach have all occupied the top position at some stage of t...
‘Would be a smart signing’ – Pundit urges Ancelotti to complete £12m Everton signing
Noel Whelan has urged Everton to sign Sidibe on a permanent deal at the end of this season. The defender is currently on loan at the club and the Toffees have the option to make it a permanent deal for a fee of around £12m. The 27-year-old Frenchman has done well so far in the Premier League and Whelan believes that he can be a useful player for Ancelotti next season. The pundit claims that Sidibe has shown that he is capable of succeeding in the Premier League and he has the right attitude. He said to Football Insider: “I have been really impressed with what he has done since coming in there. He is competitive, strong, quick – everything that you want to see. Most importantly, he has proven he can handle it in the Premier League. “Everton are another club that will be pushing and looking ...
Report: West Ham keen on 26-yr-old La Liga ace, Spurs keeping tabs as well
West Ham are interested in signing the Real Sociedad defender Diego Llorente this summer. As per AS (via Sportwitness), Fulham are keen on the player as well. It will be interesting to see if West Ham can agree on a deal with the La Liga side for Llorente. The 26-year-old is a reliable defender for them and the Spanish outfit might not be keen on selling. The report adds that the likes of Liverpool and Spurs have watched the player as well. West Ham need another centre back and Llorente would be a good signing for them. He could partner Issa Diop at the heart of Moyes’ defence. The player has a €50m release clause and it will be interesting to see if the Hammers make an offer for the player this summer. The Londoners have the resources to sign the player but not for his reported release cl...
Report claims Tottenham have been pressing for months for Man Utd target
Tottenham are keen on signing the Roma midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo. As per Leggo (via Sportwitness), Manchester United are keen on the playmaker as well. Apparently, Spurs have been pressing for months for the talented midfielder and Roma could be forced to enter into talks if an offer of around €60m comes along. Zaniolo is very highly rated in Italy and Juventus are keeping tabs on the player as well. It will be interesting to see if Spurs submit an offer anytime soon. The reported price could prove to be a challenge for Tottenham and his other suitors though. Clubs have incurred heavy financial losses due to the current health crisis and big money signings might not be possible for most clubs this summer. If Roma lower the asking price and agree to a reasonable fee, Zaniolo could prove to ...
‘That would be the best’ – Pundit urges reported Celtic target to join Everton
Stoke City striker Mohamed Sankoh has been linked with a move to Everton and Celtic among other clubs this summer. Kevin Phillips believes that the youngster should join Everton this summer. The popular pundit explained that Everton have a great academy setup and Sankoh would benefit from the coaching system in place at Goodison. Phillips said to Football Insider: “I would have to say, Everton. You are at a Premier League club. They have always had a good academy and a good youth system. My lad has played against them many times and they usually get beaten. They get some very good young players there and quite a few of them have gone through into the first team. If he can get to Everton, I think that would be the best place for him.” Furthermore, Everton have an impressive track record of ...
Report: Ancelotti is an admirer of 24y/o EPL midfielder as Everton plots move
According to The Athletic’s Patrick Boyland, Everton want a central midfielder with an energetic presence who is as capable on the ball as off it this summer, and they have identified Southampton’s Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg as a target. Toffees boss Carlo Ancelotti is an admirer of the 24-year-old and the club were interested in bringing him to Goodison Park during the January transfer window. Hojbjerg has just a year left on his contract with the Saints and isn’t expected to put pen to paper on an extension. Having stalled on signing a new deal, Southampton won’t be keen to lose the Denmark international for free and will most likely cash in on him when the summer transfer window opens. Ancelotti has stressed his side’s need for more energy in the middle of the park, and Hojbje...
Report: 28y/o was very close to signing deal to join NUFC in March after holding extensive discussions
According to The Athletic’s Chris Waugh, Motherwell goalkeeper Mark Gillespie almost signed for Newcastle United in March prior to the coronavirus outbreak. The 28-year-old has already held extensive discussions with the club about signing a pre-contract ahead of the summer and was very close to agreeing a deal before the pandemic halted footballing activities. Gillespie’s contract at the Scottish Premiership side expires at the end of the season and he remains keen to sign a deal that will see him return to his boyhood club in the coming months. However, it remains to be seen if the would-be Magpies owners will be interested in handing him a contract post-takeover. With Rob Elliot most likely to leave and Freddie Woodman tipped for another loan spell, Newcastle boss Steve Bruce ...
Report: Newcastle offered the chance to sign 27-year-old Arsenal target
According to reports from Italian outlet FC Inter, Paris Saint-Germain left-back Layvin Kurzawa has been offered to a trio of Premier League clubs – Newcastle United, Arsenal and Manchester United. The 27-year-old left-back is expected to become one of the most in-demand fullbacks in the transfer market, as he is out of contract at the end of the season. Interestingly, he has featured frequently for Thomas Tuchel’s side this season, but it seems PSG are in no mood to renew his deal. The 13-times capped France international is a vastly experienced defender who has won four league titles with PSG. The report claims that Kurzawa’s agent is searching for new clubs for him, and have approached the likes of Newcastle United, Arsenal and Manchester United. Serie A giants Inter Mila...
Report shares how NUFC staff have reacted following Ameobi’s takeover comments
According to Chronicle Live, Newcastle United staff are preparing for a change in ownership despite Mike Ashley’s silence on the latest takeover links. The Magpies chairman has finally agreed to sell the club, with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund edging closer to completing a £300 million takeover, but he is yet to comment publicly on it. Nevertheless, the staff, some of which were furloughed at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic are looking forward to his exit, with loan manager Shola Ameobi commenting on the prospective change in ownership last week. However, given that the club have refused to issue any statement since the PIF were linked with them, they feel that he has spoken too early and said too much concerning the impending takeover. The former Newcastle striker, who ...
Zion Williamson’s Former Agent Snitches, Alleges He Received Illegal Benefits To Play At Duke
Source: Don Juan Moore / Getty Zion Williamson is currently in the NBA terrorizing rims, but his former agent latest allegations have him revisiting his time while at Duke. This is not the news that Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski was looking forward to hearing on Mother’s Day. Williamson is currently engaged in a legal battle and its heating up with his former agent at Prime Sports Marketing, Gina Ford. She is doing her best Tekashi 6ix9ine impression and snitching alleging he took illegal benefits to attend Duke University and wear specific sports apparel brands. Courts documents shared by gaming law and sports betting attorney Daniel Wallach on Sunday (May.10) detailed the allegations. Ford claims Zion was aware his parents, Sharonda Sampson and stepfather Lee Anderson, “demanded and re...
