Premier League
Brendan Rodgers reveals when Wesley Fofana could return to action for Leicester City
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that Wesley Fofana will be sidelined for the rest of the year after his horrific leg break against Villarreal. The Frenchman suffered the horrendous injury after a reckless challenge from Fernando Nino. Rodgers has now confirmed that the Frenchman has a long road to recovery. Speaking after the 1-0 Community Shield win over Manchester City, Rodgers said that the centre-back will have an operation on Monday, and will recover at the club. In his interview, he also confirmed that Fofana will miss a vast chunk of the 2021/22 season. He was hopeful over his return at some time next year. He said: “He will play in 2022 at some time. Unfortunately the ligament damage is quite bad. He is in great spirits, he wants to stay here in and be aro...
Arsenal identify £63m-rated playmaker as alternative target to James Maddison – report
Arsenal have identified Bernardo Silva as a potential alternative to Leicester City playmaker James Maddison, The Mirror reports. The Gunners are searching for a creative midfielder, and they have recently been linked with a move for Maddison, who could cost £70 million. It is now reported that Silva has emerged as an alternative target after Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola acknowledged that he wants to leave. Sportslens view: Silva has been with the Cityzens for the past four seasons, registering 35 goals and 44 assists from 201 appearances across all competitions. He was in-and-out of the starting lineup last term with the emergence of Phil Foden and could drop further down the pecking order with Jack Grealish’s arrival. It is not surprising that he would like to leave the club b...
Why Arsenal must beat Tottenham to sign much-wanted 23-year-old
Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have repeatedly been linked with Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar over the past few years. According to Get France Football News, the 23-year-old could join one of the north London clubs this summer. SL View Aouar has been tipped to move to the Premier League, with Arsenal, Spurs and Liverpool credited with an interest in the French playmaker. With Liverpool reportedly keen on Atletico Madrid star Saul Niguez, the way is clear for the two London clubs to attempt to sign Aouar. Spurs undoubtedly need more creativity in their midfield, and Aouar would be an ideal partner for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Tanguy Ndombele. However, Arsenal are a more viable destination for the Frenchman, with his style of play aligning closely to Mikel Arteta’s ethos. His addition to the...
Report: Everton make £17 million attacker bid
Everton have made a £17 million bid to sign Lazio ace Joaquin Correa, according to a report from Il Tempo (print edition, August 6, page 22). Toffees boss Rafa Benitez has been chasing the 26-year-old winger for quite some time now. We covered a report earlier today suggesting that the Argentinian is patently waiting for Everton to make a move for his services. And it seems as though the first concrete approach has been made to bring the Lazio star to Goodison Park. Everton make Correa bid Il Tempo reckon that the Toffees have made a £17m bid for the Argentinian winger. However, Lazio are reportedly holding out for closer to £30-35m. Correa would be a superb addition for Everton. On that basis, the club’s owners really should be prepared to increase their bid for the South Americ...
Southampton make transfer decision on James Ward-Prowse amid Aston Villa interest – report
Southampton have no plans of selling James Ward-Prowse amid transfer interest from Aston Villa, Football Insider reports. Villa have been on an extended spending spree this summer, and they recently landed the services of Danny Ings from the Saints for £30 million. The Midlands outfit also have their sights on landing Ward-Prowse. They recently made a £25m bid for the England international that was rejected. It is now reported that the Saints have ‘no intention of cashing in’ on their captain and will knock back all offers during the rest of the transfer window. Sportslens view: Ings’ move to Villa came as a huge surprise, given there was no speculation linking him with a switch to Dean Smith’s side this summer. Southampton were always facing defeat in their bid to keep Ings. Wit...
Samuel Edozie set to debut, Predicted Manchester City line up (4-3-3) vs Leicester City
Manchester City take on Leicester City in the Community Shield on Saturday. Pep Guardiola’s side won the Premier League for the third time in four years last term, but the campaign ended on a low note with a Champions League final loss. The club will be aiming to do better this time around. They will kickstart the 2021/22 campaign with a Community Shield clash against FA Cup holders Leicester City. The Foxes are missing key players due to injuries, but City are also without several first-team stars due to their participation at the European Championships and Copa America. Formation: 4-3-3 Predicted Line-up: Ederson has yet to return to training after Brazil’s run to the Copa America final. Zack Steffen looks set to start between the sticks. The backline will have experienced faces. Joao Ca...
Report: Wolves offered chance to sign £14m midfielder from three-time PL winner
Wolves have been offered the chance to sign Roma midfielder Amadou Diawara according to a report from Siamo La Roma. Bruno Lage has a lot of work to do at Molineux this summer. The Portuguese desperately needs to sign a new centre-forward and an attacking wide player. Amadou Diawara in action for Roma last season Copyright: xPedroxFiuzax The addition of a new centre-back is needed at Wolves as well. In all fairness, the last thing Wolves really need is another central midfielder…unless Ruben Neves is sold of course. Wolves offered Amadou Diawara The 24-year-old Guinea International, has been offered to the Black Country outfit by Jose Mourinho according to Siamo La Roma. The three-time Premier League winning boss is keen to freshen up his options in the Italian capital. Wolv...
Report: £30m ace is waiting for a move to Everton to materialise
Joaquin Correa is just waiting for a move to Everton this summer according to a report from Corriere dello Sport (print edition August 5th, page 13). Toffees boss Rafa Benitez desperately needs to bolster his attacking ranks at Goodison Park this summer. His goal-shy Everton team recorded the lowest goal tally out of the top eleven teams in the Premier League table last season. Ideally, Rafa would sign a versatile attacker who can play anywhere along the front-line – someone in a similar mould to Richarlison. Everton target Correa celebrates after scoring a goal for Lazio Joaquin Correa wants to join Everton CDS claim that the Argentinian attacker is waiting in suspense for a move to Goodison Park to materialise. The 26-year-old would be a fine addition for the Toffees. Correa can play any...
New name linked as report claims Leeds now eyeing bargain £500k swoop for centre-back
Leeds are keen to sign Dundee United defender Kerr Smith this summer, according to a report from the Daily Record. The young centre-back is just 16 but is incredibly highly rated in Scotland. He has already made seven appearances for the senior team. Smith has already been given trials with Chelsea and Manchester United [The Courier]. Given his age, he could leave for just £500k this summer, according to the Daily Record. Leeds chasing Kerr Smith Whites boss Marcelo Bielsa is keen to bring the Scottish teenager to Elland Road. Local Leeds website MOT Leeds News claims that one of Bielsa’s main priorities this summer is to reinforce the academy. Given how much interest there is in Smith, signing him would be a big statement for the future from Leeds. A cultured young central ...
Crystal Palace in talks to sign Southampton target with 34 goal contributions last term – report
Crystal Palace are in advanced negotiations with Blackburn Rovers to land the signature of Adam Armstrong, Sky Sports reports. The 24-year-old had a fine campaign for Rovers last term, bagging 29 goals and five assists from 43 appearances in all competitions. His form has attracted plenty of Premier League interest. Rovers have yet to receive a suitable offer, but he could leave before the transfer deadline. Palace recently entered the pursuit of the striker, and it is now reported that they have lodged an opening bid that has been rejected by Rovers. Southampton are also keen on signing Armstrong despite multiple failed approaches, but they are now looking at alternative transfer targets. Blackburn owners Venky’s want around £20 million for the striker. Armstrong was bought from Newc...
Liverpool set €15m price tag for wantaway attacker with 22 Premier League goals – report
Liverpool have placed a €15 million price tag on Xherdan Shaqiri amid interest from multiple European clubs, Sky Sports reports. The Swiss has been a fringe player during his three seasons at Anfield. He was limited to just 819 minutes across all competitions last term. The 29-year-old is currently the subject of interest from Villarreal and Sevilla in La Liga, while Serie A club Napoli have also been linked with his services. Meanwhile, Shaqiri has personally acknowledged that he would like to join Lazio, but he recently said that he is looking forward to another season with the Reds. It is now reported that the Merseyside have set an asking price of €15m and are reluctant to accept anything less for the former Stoke City attacker. Sportslens view: Speaking to the club’s media t...
Report: Everton told to pay just £7.2 million for Olympics star
Everton can sign CF America ace Jorge Sanchez for around $10 million (£7.2m) this summer, according to a report from Record. Right-back is clearly an area at Goodison Park where Toffees boss Rafa Benitez will want to strengthen this summer. Seamus Coleman turns 33 in October, and there have been recent signs that the Irishman is on the downward curve of his career. However, it seems as though Everton aren’t exactly flush with cash at the moment. Either that or the owners have decided to hold fire on backing Benitez in the transfer market until he proves himself. Everton target Jorge Sanchez in action for Mexico Everton eyeing Jorge Sanchez swoop The Merseyside outfit could make a move to sign the Mexico international this summer, according to Record. And the 23-year-old would reported...
