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‘He is like a tank’ – Mbappe admits he loves one thing about Man City star
Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe is one of the fastest footballers on the planet, and it is normal for him to admire that quality in other players. The France international has showered praise on Manchester City right-back Kyle Walker, raving about his explosive pace in an interview with Football France. Mbappe experienced the speed of the England international first hand when Man City and PSG met in the first leg of last season’s Champions League semi-finals, and he definitely met his match in Walker. “There are also players less explosive from a standing start like Kyle Walker at Manchester City,” the youngster told the French magazine. “He is like a tank once he hits his speed once he gets into it.” Walker’s pace has been crucial to Man City’s style of play under manager Pep Gu...
Ligue 1 agrees new TV deal with Amazon
Ligue 1 has signed off on a new broadcasting rights deal for the next three years. The league had been plunged into an economic crisis following the collapse of the previous deal with Spanish broadcasting company MediaPro. The company had promised to pay €3.25 billion for the broadcasting rights to the French league for four years but pulled out not long after having paid under 10% of what they owed. Previous owners Canal Plus and beIN SPORTS have both been in talks to repurchase the TV rights, while giants Amazon have also been looking to strike a deal with the LFP. Today, the LFP chose between two different broadcasting packages, with all three companies securing the rights to French football. The new deal (Canal Plus, Amazon, BeIN Sports) Amazon pay €250m per year for the rights to show...
Leeds star makes grand entrance at Euros’ national team camp after Tuesday blow
Leeds United centre-back Diego Llorente is back with the Spain squad after returning a negative coronavirus test. The Whites defender was sent home on Tuesday after testing positive, and he feared his dreams of playing at the European Championships were over. However, Llorente returned two negative tests yesterday and is now back with the others at the camp. The Leeds star made quite the entrance as he was welcomed by his fellow Spanish international teammates with applause and “guard of honour”. 🚨 OFICIAL | @diego_2llorente se reincorpora a la concentración de la @SeFutbol. El central internacional acaba de regresar a las instalaciones de Las Rozas tras conocer el último resultado negativo en las pruebas PCR. ℹ️ https://t.co/YTM2iBJ93H#SomosEspaña pic.twitter.com/bOd...
‘I’m a big fan’ – Tottenham coach raves about ‘arrogant’ Villa star
England kick-off their European Championship campaign with a clash against Croatia on Saturday and Aston Villa talisman Jack Grealish has been widely tipped to play a starring role for the Three Lions at the tournament. Manager Gareth Southgate has yet to confirm whether he will include the attacking midfielder in his starting XI, but Tottenham Hotspur coach Ledley King would not hesitate to do so if he had his way. The former England international centre-back has revealed that he is a big fan of the Villa star, showering praise on him ahead of the Euros. “I’m a big, big fan of Jack Grealish, Mason Mount and Phil Foden, but how Gareth Southgate gets them all in the team, I’m not sure!” King told Standard Sport. “Grealish reminds me of Gazza — that arrogance, that confidence. He doesn’t rel...
‘I’ve heard Farhad Moshiri likes him’ – Guillem Balague shares Everton manager update
Spanish football expert Guillem Balague has commented on the reports linking former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez with the Everton job. The Goodison Park outfit want a top manager to replace Carlo Ancelotti, and the Spaniard is said to be on their radar as the search drag on. While some Everton fans do not want him due to his affiliation with bitter and city rivals Liverpool, Balague claims that is a thing of the past as Benitez is no longer connected with the club as before. About @rafabenitezweb and #Everton I understand the feeling from some due to his time at #LFC… 15 years ago! But I know his connection it is now more or at least as much with the city of Liverpool than with LFC as it is run now (he has no relationship with the new owners) — Guillem Balague (@GuillemBalague) June 11, ...
Aston Villa’s £33m man dealt huge international blow
Aston Villa completed the signing of Argentine attacking midfielder Emiliano Buendia on Monday in a £33 million club-record move. The deal could rise to £38m with add-ons, and the 24-year-old will be looking to hit the ground running at Villa Park next season. While Buendia is probably still elated after becoming the Midlands outfit’s most expensive signing of all time, he has been dealt a huge blow by Argentina. The South American country have named their 28-man squad for the Copa America, and Villa’s new boy has missed out. #SelecciónMayor Lista de convocados 📋🇦🇷 por el entrenador @lioscaloni para disputar la #CopaAmérica2021. pic.twitter.com/E5pgpQ0fLz — Selección Argentina 🇦🇷 (@Argentina) June 11, 2021 Manager Lionel Scaloni selected the former N...
Everton have reportedly made move for Ligue 1-winning manager
Everton have added Rudi Garcia to their managerial shortlist, according to L’Equipe (via GFFN). Everton have approached Rudi Garcia. More follows. (L’Éq) — Get French Football News (@GFFN) June 10, 2021 Sportslens View The Toffees are yet to find a suitable replacement for Carlo Ancelotti despite being linked with numerous managers. Rafa Benitez, Graham Potter, Nuno Espirito Santo, Claudio Ranieri and Antonio Conte have all been tipped for the job, and it appears the search is still ongoing. Garcia left Lyon at the end of the 2020-21 campaign after the French side finished fourth in the Ligue 1 table and missed out on Champions League football. The 57-year-old is ready to return to the dugout immediately from the look of things, and it is unclear whether the Everton project would appeal to...
Fabrizio Romano delivers exciting update on fastest EPL centre-back NUFC reportedly want
Sky Sports journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Fulham centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo can leave Craven Cottage for just £10 million this summer. Tosin Adarabioyo could leave Fulham this summer. There’s a buy-out clause for £10m included into his contract – many clubs interested as he’s ‘good opportunity’. ⚪️⚫️ #Fulham #transfers — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 9, 2021 The Manchester City academy graduate has the buy-out clause in his deal, and it can be activated following the London side’s relegation. The revelation comes as a huge boost for Newcastle United, who have been credited with an interest. Daily Mail claim that the clause expires 30 days before the 2021-22 Championship season starts. The new campaign is scheduled to kick off on August 7...
Real Madrid star ready to sign a new contract after lengthy stand-off – report
Sergio Ramos is prepared to sign a one-year contract with Real Madrid rather than pursuing a fresh challenge elsewhere, Spanish outlet Marca reports. The Spaniard has been in a contract stand-off for several months, with the club reluctant to meet his demands for a two-year deal beyond June. It is now reported that the 35-year-old is planning to compromise, and is willing to accept the club’s one-year proposal with a 10 percent pay-cut. Ramos has yet to contact president Florentino Perez, but it is claimed that a deal would be a formality with the defender’s acceptance. Sportslens view: Ramos has had an illustrious 16-year career with Los Blancos, winning 22 major trophies. It was recently claimed that the club were planning a special farewell for him, where he could be pictured alongside ...
Premier League’s ‘Big 6’ agree punishments over European Super League fiasco
The Premier League’s ‘Big Six’ have agreed to pay a fine following the European Super League drama back in April. On April 18, it was announced that 12 of Europe’s top clubs had agreed to break away from UEFA and form a new league, known as the European Super League. Manchester United, Man City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, and Arsenal all joined from England, as well as three each from Spain and Italy. The response to the announcement was intense. Players and managers spoke out against the idea, while fans protested at grounds. Some of football’s governing bodies, such as UEFA and the FA, threatened punishments for those who participated in the plan. The proposal lasted two days, before clubs buckled under the pressure. Chelsea were the first to back out, and the other five Engl...
Arsenal in advanced talks over new contract for £16.2m-rated star, last details remaining – report
Arsenal playmaker Emile Smith Rowe is close to committing his long-term future to the north London club, reputed journalist Fabrizio Romano claims. The 20-year-old had his breakout season with the Gunners last term, finishing the campaign with four goals and seven assists from 33 games in all competitions. He has two years remaining on his contract, but it is now reported that the Gunners are on the cusp of rewarding him with a new deal until the summer of 2026. Sportslens view: Smith Rowe was out of the picture for the Premier League games until Boxing Day, where the Gunners registered a 3-1 win over Chelsea. He was thereafter a regular for the capital outfit, and played a key part in their improved run of results during the second half of the campaign. It is unsurprisingly that the club ...
Gareth Southgate reveals Trent Alexander-Arnold replacement in England Euro 2020 squad
Ben White has been called up to England’s final squad for Euro 2020. The Brighton and Hove Albion man was included in Gareth Southgate’s provisional 33-man squad back in May, earning his first ever call up. However, he was one of seven players to be cut from the squad. White in action against Romania In England’s warm up fixture against Austria, Trent Alexander-Arnold picked up a hamstring injury, and it was later confirmed that he would be sidelined for four to six weeks, keeping him out of the tournament. This left one space in the squad, which has since been given to Ben White. White is primarily a centre-back, although he has been praised for his versatility. He is able to cover at right-back and central midfield if necessary. White’s selection could be an indicator of the fitness of H...
