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Report suggests Leeds have made an approach to sign 26-yr-old defender
Leeds United remain keen on signing Huesca defender Javi Galan this summer. According to Spanish publication AS, the Whites were tracking the player before they splashed out on Junior Firpo. However, the signing of the former Barcelona player has not impacted their interest in the left-back, and they have apparently made an approach to sign him. Huesca have been relegated from La Liga, and Galan will be allowed to leave for around €4 million because of a release clause on his contract. He had an impressive season despite Huesca’s relegation and could push Firpo for the starting left-back berth at Leeds next term. The reported price seems quite reasonable for a player of his ability, and his addition could prove to be a bargain. Galan is quite effective going forward and has the ability to ...
West Ham are close to finalizing the transfer of 28-yr-old this summer
West Ham United are close to completing the signing of French goalkeeper Alphonse Areola. The 28-year-old was on loan at Fulham last season and produced some impressive performances despite their relegation. According to The Athletic, West Ham are looking to finalise a loan with an option to buy deal with Paris Saint-Germain. The Hammers tried to sign Sam Johnstone from West Bromwich Albion, but their bid was turned down. Areola was identified as the alternative target. PSG have Gianluigi Donnarumma and Keylor Navas in their squad, and the Frenchman is unlikely to get any game time at the Ligue 1 club next season. A move away from PSG would be ideal for his future, and he could be the long term replacement for Lukasz Fabianski at West Ham. Areola needs to play regularly at this stage of hi...
Man Utd not interested in Serie A loan offers for full-back
Manchester United will not allow Alex Telles to join Roma on loan, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Brazilian left-back was brought in last summer to provide competition for Luke Shaw. Despite not being Ole Solskjaer’s first choice in the position, Telles remains a vital part of the squad. Manchester United have no intention to accept any loan bid for Alex Telles as of today. There’s no agreement with AS Roma on a potential loan deal. 🔴🇧🇷 #MUFC #ManUtd — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 16, 2021 His crossing and set-piece delivery offer a different dynamic United, while his arrival sparked improvement from Shaw. However, Roma desperately need a new left-back following the injury suffered by Leonardo Spinazzola at the European Championships. The Italian l...
Tottenham Hotspur want to swap 24-year-old to sign long-term Arsenal target – report
Tottenham Hotspur have offered Lyon the chance to re-sign Tanguy Ndombele in a swap deal for Houssem Aouar, ESPN reports. Spurs recently joined Arsenal in the race to sign Aouar, who could be available on a cut-price deal of around €25 million. It is now claimed that the club are looking into an exchange deal for the midfielder, with Ndombele moving in the opposition. The Gunners are also interested in the France international, but they need to sell one more player before lodging a bid. Sportslens view: Ndombele was purchased from Les Gones for €60m in 2019, but he has failed to live up to the expectations with inconsistent performances. It is still unlikely that they could cut their losses on the 24-year-old. Spurs will want cash in addition to Aouar if Ndombele returns to Lyon....
This 21yo Bundesliga defender could be the ideal Ramos-replacement for Real Madrid
Real Madrid currently have a Sergio Ramos-sized hole in their squad. The Spaniard left the club after 16 incredible years to join Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain this summer. It will be tremendously difficult to find a player to fill Ramos’ boots this summer, particularly with Madrid struggling financially. With Raphael Varane also set to leave, new manager Carlo Ancelotti is faced with the uphill task of revamping Madrid’s defence. A possible long-term solution to Madrid’s problems would be Wolfsburg defender Maxence Lacroix. His rise has been sudden and surprising. After joining Wolfsburg from Sochaux in 2020, he has adapted well to life in the Bundesliga. The 21-year-old is already one of the best centre-backs in Germany and looks destined for bigger things. Lacroix’s long passing is...
An Exclusive Look Inside the U.K.’s First NBA Store
The NBA has opened the doors to its latest flagship store, heading to London for the first U.K. location. Launched in partnership with Fanatics, a sports merch brand, the Carnaby Street location features everything from official merchandise and memorabilia to customization services across its two floors. The official NBA and WNBA products on sale includes apparel, jerseys, headwear, sporting goods, toys and collectibles, including items from NBA partners such as Mitchell & Ness, New Era, Nike and Wilson. The customization service will allow fans to customize jerseys and hats for every team in the NBA. Design touches reference London’s evolving role in the NBA, with wall decals of badges representing every regular-season game that has been held in the U.K. capital since 2011. Additional...
Snooze Or Lose: NBC Sports Reportedly Close To Inking Deal With ESPN’s Maria Taylor
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Meg Oliphant / Getty Maria Taylor has seen her name plenty in recent headlines after a private conversation from her ESPN colleague Rachel Nichols went wide and accused her of being a simple diversity hire. The famed sports network is seeking to retain the talented Taylor, but rival NBC Sports has applied pressure and is working to secure her services across the network’s popular brands and shows. Front Office Sports reports that Taylor has been at the center of negotiations between the rival networks, all made especially interesting due to the fact that the Nichols conversation landed Taylor into the coveted position of covering the NBA Finals on ESPN’s NBA Countdown program but her contract with the network ends on July 20. Sources are saying that...
Messi’s new contract and expected Barcelona lineup after a busy transfer window
Lionel Messi has reached a verbal agreement to sign a five-year contract extension at Barcelona. According to Sky Sports, his salary will be halved under the terms of the new deal. The six-time Ballon d’Or winner was officially a free agent as of July 1. He failed to agree terms over a renewal before his previous contract expired at the end of June. Five-year contract One of the more interesting aspects of the deal is that the Spanish club intends to keep Messi for two years only. The five-year contract allows him to remain an ambassador of the club even after he leaves the Nou Camp. He may well join an MLS club – Inter Miami have been linked previously – while still being paid by Barcelona. It is also possible that Messi has spread out his two years’ wages over a five-year contr...
Everton interested in signing Premier League winner with 63 international caps – report
Everton are interested in signing Bournemouth goalkeeper Asmir Begovic this summer, talkSPORT claims. The Toffees want a back-up for Jordan Pickford following the exit of Robin Olsen after a season-long loan. They have expressed an interest in landing Begovic, who was a regular for the Cherries last term, making 51 appearances across all competitions. The 63-cap Bosnia & Herzegovina international has entered the final year of his deal, and he could be allowed to leave on a free transfer. Sportslens view: Pickford has been the undisputed choice in goal for the Toffees in recent years, and he should continue to keep his place next season. He had a wonderful tournament with England at the European Championships, but his form at club level has been inconsistent with errors. Begovic has vas...
Report: Liverpool have joined the race to sign £21m Spurs target
Liverpool have joined the race to sign Houssem Aouar from Lyon this summer. According to Le10Sport, the Reds are keen to sign the midfielder as a replacement for Georginio Wijnaldum. Arsenal were heavily linked with a move for the 23-year-old last year but couldn’t reach an agreement with the Ligue 1 club. His value has dropped to £21 million, and the Gunners have reignited their interest in the player. They have already submitted a bid, although they are yet to meet Lyon’s revised asking price. Tottenham Hotspur sensed an opportunity and joined the race, but both London clubs could be blown out of the water by the Premier League’s big hitters. Liverpool and Manchester United have entered the race, and the Reds may be a viable option for the talented playmaker. The...
Barcelona plan to get rid of two attacking players to reduce surplus wage bill – report
Barcelona plan to get rid of Antoine Griezmann and Philippe Coutinho this summer as they look to reduce their wage bill, Spanish publication Sport claims. The Catalan giants have been permitted to register Lionel Messi, but they have given assurances to La Liga that they will bring their wage bill within the new salary cap. For this to happen, they may need to offload several high-profile players, and Griezmann and Coutinho are among the top candidates who look set to be offloaded. It was recently claimed that Griezmann has been offered to return to Atletico Madrid in a part-exchange deal that could see Saul Niguez move to Camp Nou. Negotiations are still ongoing between the clubs, and it is now reported that the Blaugrana would prefer to sign Joao Felix in a straight swap deal for the Fre...
Conor McGregor Reveals Prior Stress Fractures While Driving Around LA in Mobility Scooter
Conor McGregor has just been released from the hospital and he’s wasted no time in giving his fans an update. The Notorious, who broke his tibia and fibula at UFC 264, detailed that he had multiple stress fractures going into the fight but decided not to back out. The fractures were from years of training without shin pads and overall heavy training. He used the information to segue into why he believes he is so good at fighting off his back as his ankle would be too store to stand on at times, resulting in him doing full training rounds on his back. Amitting that he would have never addressed the issue with the leg unless something like this happened, McGregor was brimming with confidence as he commented that his new leg is titanium and “unbreakable” — comparing himself to Arnold Schwarze...
