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Spurs will strike gold if Mendes-Nuno combo can seal deal for £34m La Liga star – SL View
The task of rebuilding the squad won’t be easy for Nuno Espirito Santo, even if Fabio Paratici is there to help him out, especially with Tottenham Hotspur operating on a tight budget. With Nuno’s arrival, Spurs have also opened the door for super-agent Jorge Mendes to bring his clients to the north London club. And it seems, Mendes is playing a key role to bring Goncalo Guedes to Tottenham this summer. According to a recent report from Super Deporte, Mendes is doing everything he can to take Guedes away from Valencia this summer to Tottenham. Guedes joined Valencia from Paris Saint-Germain in a deal worth €40 million (£34 million) in 2018, after spending the previous campaign on loan at Los Che. He has scored 23 goals in 136 games for the club. Last season he scored five goals and pro...
NBA Unveils Commemorative 75th Anniversary Logo
The NBA is commemorating its 75th anniversary with a new league logo. The league has confirmed a new design for the Logoman identity that is based on the classic 75-year anniversary symbol – the diamond. In a statement, the league said that the logo will “appear throughout the 2021-22 season on courts and official NBA merchandise, inside arenas and in original broadcast, digital and social media content.” The NBA has kept the Jerry West-inspired silhouette for the logo, but instead, it is overlayed on top of a diamond outline as the background. The league began in 1946 and the first-ever NBA game occurred on November 1. The match saw the New York Knicks face off against the Toronto Huskies (now Toronto Raptors), coming out victorious in a close game with the final score of 68-66. Back then...
England Face UEFA Charge After Fan Uses Laser Pointer During Euro 2020 Semi-Final
England have been charged by UEFA after a fan shone a laser pointer at Denmark goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel during Wednesday’s Euro 2020 semi-final. Images showed a green light on the goalkeeper’s face moments before Harry Kane took an extra-time penalty that was subsequently saved, before the England striker tucked away the rebound to send his side through to their first major final since 1966. BREAKING: England have been charged by UEFA after a fan shone a laser pointer in Denmark goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel’s face during Wednesday’s Euro 2020 semi-final at Wembley. — Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 8, 2021 England have also been charged for causing disturbance during Denmark’s national anthem, with reports of lighting fireworks and booing throughout. Gareth Southgate’...
27 goals and 10 assists last season: Liverpool in talks with 22-yr-old target’s agent
Liverpool have been linked with a move for the PSV Eindhoven attacker Donyell Malen this summer. According to journalist Marco Timmer from Voetbal International, the Premier League side are currently in talks with the player’s agent Mino Raiola regarding a summer move. Apparently, Borussia Dortmund are keen on signing the former Arsenal player along with the Reds and the German club are in talks with Raiola as well. [embedded content] Liverpool will need to add more depth and quality to the front three and Malen could prove to be a superb long-term investment for them. The former Arsenal player can operate anywhere across the front three and he will add goals and creativity to the Liverpool attack. The Dutch international could prove to be a Diogo Jota-esque signing for Jurgen Klopp’s side...
‘Car crash recruitment strategy’ – Some NUFC fans react to transfer links with 26-yr-old
Newcastle United have been linked with a move for the Watford midfielder Will Hughes. According to Alan Nixon from the Sun, the Hornets are keen on signing Isaac Hayden in a swap deal. Hayden has been one of Newcastle’s best players this past season and letting him leave could prove to be a big mistake. There is no doubt that they need to add more depth and quality in the central midfield, but they cannot afford to lose one of their best central midfielders. Steve Bruce will have to find upgrades on the likes of Jeff Hendrick and Jonjo Shelvey this summer. Hughes could prove to be a useful addition for Newcastle. The 26-year-old central midfielder scored twice in the Championship last year and he can play in multiple roles across the midfield. The Watford ace can operate in an advanced pos...
Journalist: Arsenal confident of beating Everton to sign 23 y/o star, personal terms agreed
Arsenal are confident of securing a deal for Brighton defender Ben White, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano. The Gunners are looking to bolster their defence this summer, and they have earmarked White as their first-choice target this summer. White, who impressed heavily for Brighton last season, is currently with the England squad, and his future is likely to be decided after the Euro championships. Arsenal have had a £40 million bid rejected already for the 23-year-old, with Brighton demanding a package close to £50 million. It has been claimed that the Gunners are planning to make a second bid in the region of £45 million, with another £5 million included in the form of add-ons. However, Everton have joined the race as well and they are ready to offer a...
Everton in talks with 25-yr-old’s agent regarding summer move
Everton have been linked with a move for the Dutch international Denzel Dumfries for weeks now and it seems that the Premier League side are now in talks with his agent Mino Raiola regarding a summer move. The 25-year-old right-back did well in the European Championships with this country and he could prove to be the ideal long-term replacement for Seamus Coleman. The right-back position needs strengthening this summer and it remains to be seen whether the Toffees can convince PSV Eindhoven to sell the defender to them. They are not the only club looking to sign Dumfries this summer and Italian champions Inter Milan are in talks with the player’s agent as well (via Sportwitness). The 25-year-old right-back is a reliable defender and he can chip in with vital goals as well. The Toffees must...
Tokyo Might Ban All Spectators From This Year’s Olympics
As authorities are expected to declare a state of emergency in Tokyo to contain rising COVID cases in the capital city, Japan is considering banning all spectators from this year’s Olympics just 16 days prior to the Games’ commencement, according to Reuters. Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said his government will announce new protocol, which will determine whether or not spectators will be able to attend the Olympics, on Thursday. According to the outlet, medical experts have advised that banning spectators from the Games would pose the least risk while public concern rises surrounding the Games’ potential for fueling a surge of COVID cases. The event’s organizers have already prohibited foreign spectators from attending and limited domestic attendance to 50 percent capacity, which equates ...
Abhimanyu Mishra Makes Chess History as Youngest Grandmaster
Abhimanyu Mishra has become the youngest grandmaster in chess history at the age of 12. Mishra claimed his third and final norm by defeating grandmaster Leon Mendonca in the ninth round at the Vezerkepzo GM Mix tournament last week. Having earned his first two norms over the past two months, the New Jersey native had already topped the required 2500 Elo rating mark by June, which gives him the upper hand to beat the previous record that has held up for 19 years. In order to attain the title of a grandmaster, players are to attain three grandmaster norms, which are awarded for a high level of performance in a chess tournament. A player must also achieve a 2500 Elo rating decided by the Fédération Internationale des Échecs (FIDE) which are the rankings that govern international chess competi...
‘This is great’ – Gary Lineker reacts to what ‘brilliant’ Villa star has done
Argentina secured a place in the Copa America final following a hard-fought penalty shoot-out win over Colombia last night, with Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez emerging as the hero. Lionel Messi-led side took the lead seven minutes into the game through Lautaro Martinez but were pegged back with 30 minutes to go. Both sides finished regulation and extra-time without a winner, and it was up to Martinez to save the day. The Villa goalkeeper thwarted the Colombians, saving three spot-kicks as Argentina ran out 3-2 winners. BBC Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker was impressed with his heroics. This is great. Another penalty shoot out, this time in Copa America, and Argentina win it thanks to the brilliant Martinez. https://t.co/jmY5HxVYdn — Gary Lineker 💙 (@GaryLineker) July 7, 2...
Report claims Aston Villa are now closing in on deal to sign midfielder
Aston Villa are closing in on a deal to sign Tim Iroegbunam from West Bromwich Albion, according to the Birmingham Mail. Dean Smith seems determined to bolster his ranks at Villa Park this summer. Villa have already completed the signings of Emiliano Buendia and Ashley Young, while Arsenal’s Emile Smith-Rowe is also on their wishlist (Daily Mail). Smith also has an eye on strengthening his youth ranks, and Iroegbunam has caught his attention. Aston Villa close to Tim Iroegbunam deal? The West Brom youngster is closing in on a move to Villa Park, according to The Birmingham Mail. The 18-year-old is a defensive midfielder by trade and has really impressed at youth level for the Baggies. He racked up four goals and four assists in 39 games for West Brom’s under-23’s and under-1...
‘Progressing well’: Report claims key Leeds star is close to signing new long-term contract
Patrick Bamford is close to agreeing terms on a new contract with Leeds United, according to The Athletic. The 27-year-old striker moved to Elland Road from Middlesbrough in 2018 for around £10 million. Bamford has proven to be a superb signing for Leeds, although it wasn’t until last season when he really came into his own. The former Chelsea and Middlesbrough ace racked up 17 goals and eight assists in 38 Premier League games for Leeds. Bamford is absolutely vital to how Marcelo Bielsa’s side set up to play. Not only is he a technically gifted striker, but he is also great when playing with his back to goal and bringing others into play. Patrick Bamford close to new Leeds deal The Athletic claims that talks over a new contract for Bamford are progressing really well. It will be...
