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Newcastle United defender’s one-word reaction to Swansea City heroics
Newcastle United central defender Federico Fernandez has taken to Twitter to give his reaction to Swansea City finishing in the Championship playoffs this season. Swansea have got the better of Reading 4-1 away from home at the Madejski Stadium in the Championship this evening. The result means that the Swans have finished sixth in the league table with 70 points from 46 matches. The Welsh outfit have ended up level on points with Nottingham Forest in seventh, but they have a better goal difference – just one. Fernandez was on the books of Swansea from 2014 until 2018 before he moved to Newcastle, and the 31-year-old Argentine defender is delighted to see his former club stand a chance of winning promotion to the Premier League via the Championship playoffs. Fantastic 👏👏&#x...
‘I hated it’ – Hammers star shares what he didn’t enjoy about Watford game
West Ham United all but secured safety with two Premier League games to spare following their 3-1 victory over Watford at the London Stadium last Friday. The Hammers have picked up 37 points after winning 10 games and drawing seven times in 36 games, and their superior goal difference has put them in a commanding position ahead of tonight’s clash against Manchester United and Sunday’s game with Aston Villa. While they aren’t mathematically safe, their goal difference of -13 is vastly superior to Villa (-26) and Watford (-27) and the victory against the Hornets has proven very crucial. West Ham found themselves 3-nil up 36 minutes into the game, but the visitors threatened to hit back and mount a comeback after scoring four minutes into the second-half. David Moyes’ side held on to their vi...
Report: Businessman steps in as PIF loses exclusivity rights to bid for NUFC
According to The Telegraph, contracts signed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund no longer give them exclusivity rights to bid for Newcastle United and current Toons owner Mike Ashley is free to negotiate with other interested parties. That has boosted American TV mogul Henry Mauriss’ chances of beating them to the purchase of the club and he is looking to step in. He has stepped up his attempts and has plans to give Magpies head coach Steve Bruce a chance to prove he should remain in the dugout should his group complete the takeover of the club before the start of the 2020-21 Premier League campaign. The Californian businessman has a detailed project plan for the St. James Park outfit drawn up by his team, and it includes the injection of extra funds to improve the first team sq...
‘Relegated with Villa’ – Leeds star grateful EPL transfer fell through last summer
Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips signed a new five-year contract to remain at Elland Road last September, but he was on the verge of joining Aston Villa just a few weeks prior to that. Dean Smith’s side were keen to land the Whites star having secured top-flight promotion and he was also very much interested in leaving Leeds to play Premier League football. A significantly increased salary was guaranteed while the opportunity to boost his chances of earning a call-up to Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions squad ahead of Euros 2020 was also on the cards. However, Leeds’ director of football Victor Orta convinced him in the last minute and Phillips is grateful that the Villa move fell through. The Midlands side are at the risk of relegating after just a season back in the big time, and the...
‘He needs to go’, ‘Let him go’ – Some Villa fans react as Grealish comments on his future
Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish has been linked with a move away from the club for a while now. The playmaker has now revealed that he is not too sure about his future at the club but he is fully focused on the relegation battle and he is keen to keep his boyhood club in the Premier League next season. Speaking to Sky Sports about his future at Villa, he said: “I’m not too sure at the moment. I have one aim and that is to keep this club in the Premier League, where this whole fanbase know we belong. That’s all I’m thinking about at the moment and hopefully we can do that on Sunday.” Aston Villa picked up a massive 1-0 win over Arsenal last night and it has lifted them out of the bottom three. Safety is once again in their own hands now. If Villa can match Watford’s result in the ...
20 goals & 18 assists this season: Man Utd in advanced talks with attacker regarding transfer
Manchester United have been linked with the Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho for a while now. According to Italian journalist Nicolo Schira, the former Manchester City player is now in advanced talks with the Red Devils regarding a summer transfer. Schira adds that Dortmund value the player at €120m this summer. It will be interesting to see if the Premier League giants can negotiate a lower fee for their attacking target. Apparently, Sancho is a priority for Manchester United and the player wants to leave the German club as well. Sancho has been in fantastic form this season and he would be a tremendous coup for the Old Trafford giants. He will improve them massively in attack and United could turn into genuine title contenders with him on their side. Solskjaer’s men have already improved a l...
Report: Everton could reignite interest in 28-yr-old January target this summer
Everton are keen on signing the Inter Milan midfielder Matis Vecino this summer. The player was linked with the move to Goodison Park during the January transfer window as well but the move never materialised. It will be interesting to see if Everton can sign their man this time. The Toffees are looking to bring in a central midfielder this summer and they have been linked with the likes of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg as well. Vecino is another option for them (Tuttosport via Sportwitness). Vecino would perhaps be a cheaper alternative to the Southampton star. It remains to be seen whether Carlo Ancelotti makes a move for the Uruguayan. Vecino is set for surgery on his knee now and his recovery could be key to any future move. He could be a decent option for Everton next season. The 28-year...
Report: Everton have had a £25m offer accepted for 24-yr-old Tottenham target
Everton have been linked with a move for Southampton’s Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg this summer. According to Talksport journalist Alex Crook, the Toffees have now had a bid accepted for the midfielder. Everton have offered around £25m for the player. Told #EFC have had an offer worth £25m accepted for #SaintsFC midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg — Alex Crook ⚽️🎙 (@alex_crook) July 21, 2020 Hojbjerg has been linked with a move to Tottenham as well. The 24-year-old has just one year left on his deal at Southampton and he is not keen on a renewal. A summer move is the best option for all parties. Everton could definitely use someone like him in their side next season and it will be interesting to see if they can get the deal done now. Initially, it seemed like Spurs were fa...
‘Would be a class signing’ – Some Leeds fans react after hearing Bielsa wants 17-goal star
Leeds United are thought to be keen on signing the Brentford winger Said Benrahma this summer. We covered reports earlier that the Whites could bid around £23m for the winger. Benrahma has been outstanding for Brentford this season and he has been linked with a move to Chelsea as well. It will be interesting to see if Leeds can snap him up before the Blues. He would add pace, flair and goals to Marcelo Bielsa’s attack next season if he joins them. For £23m, he could prove to be a quality signing. Benrahma has the technical ability to succeed in the Premier League and Bielsa could take his game on to another level. Leeds’s fast-paced attacking football could suit Benrahma. The left-sided winger has 17 goals and 8 assists to his name so far this season and he would improve every te...
Report: Tottenham ready to offer £45.2m for playmaker Jose Mourinho is keen on
Roma midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo has been linked with a move to Tottenham recently. According to Italian Journalist Nicolo Schira, the Londoners are now ready to offer €50m (£45.2m ) for the 21-year-old midfielder. Apparently, Jose Mourinho wants the player at Tottenham this summer. It will be interesting to see if the Premier League giants can come to an agreement with Roma now. The Serie A side are thought to be holding out for a fee in the region of €60-70m. If Spurs can offer €50m for him, one would have to assume that the deal can be done. It is not far from Roma’s valuation and the two clubs could eventually reach a compromise. Zaniolo is one of Italy’s finest young talents and he could be a superb long-term addition to Jose Mourinho’s squad. The attacking midfielde...
Report: Wolves join the race for long-term Everton target, Jorge Mendes involved
Wolves have apparently joined the race for the Napoli midfielder Allan. The Brazilian has been heavily linked with a move to Everton for a while now and it appears that Jorge Mendes wants to take him to Wolves according to RAI Sport journalist Ciro Venerato (via Sportwitness). The player has fallen down the pecking order at Napoli and he is expected to move on this summer. Carlo Ancelotti has worked with the player before and he rates the Brazilian quite highly. It is no surprise that he wants to bring Allan to Goodison Park. It will be interesting to see if Wolves manage to hijack the move. Nuno’s side could use someone like Allan and they have the resources to sign the player as well. Furthermore, Wolves could be able to provide Allan with European football next season. Everton do not ha...
Ian Taylor shares his emotional reaction after Aston Villa’s win over Arsenal
Aston Villa picked up a massive 1-0 win over Arsenal to give themselves some hope of staying up this season. Dean Smith’s side are now out of the relegation zone because of Watford’s thumping earlier. It will be interesting to see if they can beat the drop eventually. Aston Villa win have to win their remaining game and hope that they stay ahead of Watford on goal difference, that is, if the Hornets win their last game as well. Trezeguet scored the only goal of the game for Villa today on the 27th minute. Arsenal had their chance when Eddie Nketiah’s 77th-minute header came back off the inside of the post. However, the home side managed to hold on for the three points. Aston Villa have had several moments this season where they slipped up right at the end. It wasn’t the case against A...
