English Premier League
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer provides fresh update on Eric Bailly after Watford clash
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has provided a fitness update on Eric Bailly following the club’s 1-0 win over Watford in the FA Cup third round. The Ivory Coast international has recently put up a string of impressive displays and was handed a starting spot on Saturday where Solskjaer made numerous changes. The centre-back had a comfortable opening half, but he was substituted prior to the interval after he received a nasty blow to his neck. United goalkeeper Dean Henderson punched a cross from a Hornets corner, but while doing so, Bailly was accidentally kneed by him on the neck. It was initially suggested that there may be concussion but, speaking after the game, Solskjaer insisted that was not the case. He added that the Ivorian had a sore neck and will be assessed ahead...
‘Incredible’, ‘Saved us’: Some Arsenal fans praise 28-year-old star after Newcastle United win
A selection of Arsenal fans on Twitter have heaped praise on goalkeeper Bernd Leno following his impressive display in the 2-0 win over Newcastle United in the FA Cup third round. The Gunners had a testing challenge at the Emirates Stadium, but they managed to eventually prevail after goals from Emile Smith Rowe and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in the second half of added extra-time. However, the north London giants could have quite easily lost the game in the final minutes of normal time, had it not been for the goalkeeping heroics of Leno, who denied Andy Carroll from close range. Carroll found himself in acres of space to shoot on goal, but Leno denied him with a terrific save at the near post with his left arm. He got up instantly to divert the rebound from the striker’s foot and dived to...
Report: West Brom looking to sign Aston Villa target on a free transfer
West Bromwich Albion are looking to sign Rennes midfielder Clement Grenier on a free transfer this month, a report from Football Insider claims. The Baggies are aiming to bolster their squad this month and they have already landed the services of Robert Snodgrass on a permanent basis from West Ham United. It is now reported that they are interested in signing Grenier, who has under six months left on his contract with Rennes. The France international has been in-and-out of the lineup at Rennes this term and he has started just seven of his 14 appearances. Grenier has recently found form with two goals and one assist in the last four games, but he has still been tipped to head through the exit door. Rennes are reportedly experiencing financial concerns with their reduced revenue amid the ou...
Report: Hammers plotting move for striker that destroyed Liverpool 11 months ago
According to The Sun, West Ham United want to sign Watford striker Ismaila Sarr before the end of this month and are ready to part with £30 million for his signature. Manager David Moyes needs attacking reinforcements after Ivory Coast international striker Sebastian Haller left for Ajax on Friday, and the Senegalese has been identified as one of his potential replacements. Sarr scored five goals and assisted four others in 28 Premier League games for Watford last term, but they weren’t enough to stop his side from going down. The 22-year-old was linked with Liverpool and Manchester United during the summer transfer window, and Crystal Palace also saw a £25 million bid plus extras rejected for him on the last day of the window. West Ham are now looking to test Watford’s resolve with an imp...
Report: Everton in talks to land striker who was close to sealing Man Utd move
According to The Sun, Everton and English Championship outfit Bournemouth are talking about a swap deal that will see Norwegian striker Joshua King move to Goodison Park before the end of the January transfer window. The Cherries want either young centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite or out-of-favour right-back Jonjoe Kenny in return, and are also hoping to get some cash from the deal as the 28-year-old enters the last six months of his contract. Everton are long-term admirers of King, who came very close to sealing a return to Manchester United last January, and are keen to strengthen their attack in the coming days. The Bournemouth star is also wanted by West Ham United, West Bromwich Albion and Newcastle United, and he is expected to be back in the top-flight this month or in the summer. Ever...
Pundits predict Tottenham star will be subject of summer transfer battle
Tottenham Hotspur could face a fight to retain the services of Toby Alderweireld this summer. The Belgian is enjoying an excellent season with Spurs having established himself as a first-choice centre-back under manager Jose Mourinho. However, pundits featuring in the latest Kick-off podcast by De Telegraaf claimed that PSV Eindhoven have already been in touch with his agent over a return to the Netherlands. It was also suggested that PSV’s hopes of signing the defender could be dashed if his former club Ajax decided to submit an offer. SL View – Toby Alderweireld The 31-year-old is under contract until 2023, so it would be a surprise if Spurs allowed him to leave this summer. He has been in fine form under Mourinho, and it would take a significant offer to tempt the Portuguese into sellin...
Report: West Ham considering move for Poland international striker Spurs wanted last January
According to The Sun, West Ham United are considering a move for Hertha Berlin striker Krzysztof Piatek as they seek a replacement for Sebastian Haller. Michail Antonio is currently manager David Moyes’ only out and out striker following the departure of the Ivory Coast international, and signing another centre forward before the end of the January transfer window is necessary. The Hammers have been linked with Watford’s Ismaila Sarr, Reims’ Boulaye Dia, Bournemouth’s Josh King and Arsenal’s Eddie Nketiah, and it appears that they have now added Piatek to their list of targets. Hertha Berlin are willing to loan the Poland international with a view to a buy following a mixed time in the Bundesliga, and it wouldn’t hurt for West Ham to take the punt on him. While the 25-year-old bagged just ...
15 goals this season: West Ham identify 22-yr-old as a replacement for Haller
West Ham United have been linked with a move for the RB Salzburg forward Patson Daka. The 22-year-old has been in sublime form this season and he has managed to score 15 goals in all competitions so far. The Zambian has five assists to his name as well. The youngster has not only impressed in the Austrian League, but his performances have also caught the attention in the Champions League. West Ham recently sold Sebastien Haller to Ajax for a fee of around £20 million and they could certainly use a quality young replacement like Daka. They have drawn five league games so far and a proper goalscorer could help turn those draws into wins. The Hammers are currently 10th in the Premier League table and they need to bring in reinforcements in order to continue their impressive form during the se...
Reported Man Utd and Chelsea target informs friends that he wants to stay in London
West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice has been linked with the likes of Manchester United and Chelsea in the recent months. According to Daily Mirror, the England international has informed his friends that he would prefer to stay in London and has no interest in moving to Old Trafford. The news will come as a major boost to Chelsea who are clearly the frontrunners to sign the midfielder now. Rice was released by Chelsea when he was 14 years old and he will probably feel that he has a point to prove at Stamford Bridge. The midfielder has unfinished business with Chelsea. According to reports, the midfielder is valued at £80 million. It would have to be a club-record signing for Chelsea if they want to secure the services of Rice. Rice is quite young and he will have plenty of time to...
Report: Everton plotting move for £36 million Brazilian winger
According to TEAMtalk, Everton are contemplating a move for West Ham United winger Felipe Anderson ahead of Bernard’s potential departure. The Brazilian is expected to join AS Roma in a swap deal that will see Sweden international goalkeeper Robin Olsen join the Toffees permanently. As a result, Everton want to bring in another attacker once Bernard leaves, and they have identified another Brazilian as his potential replacement. Anderson is currently on loan at Porto after falling out of favour at West Ham, but his spell in Portugal is set to come to an end having also struggled for playing minutes. A return to the London Stadium has been mooted, but manager David Moyes isn’t keen, and the winger is considering other options. While FIFA guidelines wouldn’t normally allow a player to play f...
Carlo Ancelotti reacts to transfer speculation involving Bernard and Moise Kean
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti has reacted to the transfer speculation involving Bernard and Moise Kean during the current transfer window. The Toffees had an impressive first half to the season and are currently seventh in the league with 29 points, just four behind leaders Liverpool with a game in hand. They will be in FA Cup third round action against Rotherham United this afternoon and Ancelotti has provided an update on the positions of Bernard and Kean prior to the game. Bernard has struggled for regular playing time this term, accumulating less than 500 minutes of first-team action across all competitions. Corriere dello Sport recently claimed that Roma are interested in signing him and they could offer Robin Olsen (on loan at Everton) as a makeweight to lower the fee. However, Anc...
Report: Manchester United defender eager to join Newcastle United on loan
Manchester United defender Brandon Williams is keen on making the move to Newcastle United on loan for the rest of the season, Chronicle Live claims. The Red Devils graduate made his breakthrough last term after a hamstring injury to left-back Luke Shaw and he ended the campaign with 36 appearances in all competitions. However, he has struggled for regular game time this season after the arrival of Alex Telles and has been restricted to only five appearances with just six minutes in the league. Hence, he has been linked with a potential loan exit this month and the Magpies are among the leading candidates to land his services. Magpies boss Steve Bruce has already held positive talks with United assistant Michael Carrick and it is now reported that Williams is open to joining on loan. South...
