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Report: West Ham make enquiry for 28-yr-old La Liga player Jurgen Klopp is looking at
West Ham United are interested in signing the Real Betis defender Aissa Mandi this summer. The player has been linked with Liverpool as well but recent reports (via Liverpool Echo) claim that the Hammers have asked about the player and they could make their move for the centre back in the coming months. Liverpool want him to replace Dejan Lovren in the side. The Croatian left for Zenit St Petersburg recently in order to play more often. The Reds are certainly a more attractive option than West Ham for any player but it will be interesting to see whether the player is willing to accept a backup role at Anfield. Van Dijk, Gomez and Matip are all ahead of him in the pecking order. At West Ham, he is more likely to start every week. That could tilt things in the Hammers’ favour if the player i...
‘I’m not going to confirm or deny’ – Lennon reacts to Celtic’s links with 13-goal attacker
Celtic have recently been linked with a move for the Sheffield Wednesday striker Steven Fletcher. The 33-year-old is currently a free agent and he is thought to be on Neil Lennon’s radar. The Celtic manager has now given his reaction to the links with Fletcher. Speaking to Daily Record, Lennon refused to confirm or deny the Hoops’ interest in the player. He said: “Fletcher is a good player. I’m not going to confirm or deny that, I don’t want to talk about individuals.” Fletcher managed to score 13 goals in 23 Championship starts this past season and he could be a superb addition to Celtic’s attack. The Scottish giants need to add more depth to their side and Fletcher could be the ideal backup for Odsonne Edouard. He is a proven goalscorer with enormous experience. He could be a mentor...
£72m star starts, Argentine retains his spot: Predicting Arsenal XI to face Chelsea
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta will hope to pip his Chelsea counterpart Frank Lampard to the FA Cup trophy this evening as both young tacticians battle for the chance to land their first piece of silverware. The Gunners will be playing in their 21st final of the competition and are looking to make it 14 FA Cups. Doing that will see them play in the Europa League next term, and that will help boost their summer transfer coffers. [embedded content] Arsenal are expected to come up with their strongest starting XI, and Argentine goalie Emiliano Martinez is expected to play in goal despite the fact that Bernd Leno is fit and back in training. With Shkodran Mustafi injured, Rob Holding could join David Luiz and Kieran Tierney in a back-three, with Bukayo Saka likely to get the nod ahead of Ainsley...
Report: Everton submit bid for La Liga ace who was voted the best in his position this season
Everton have submitted a bid for the Real Madrid defender Sergio Reguilon. As per Sky Sports, Everton’s offer is thought to be in the region of £18m. Reguilon had an outstanding season in La Liga this year and he was voted as the league’s best left-back. He could be the ideal replacement for Leighton Baines. Although Ancelotti has Digne at his disposal, he needs to add more quality and depth to the position. Reguilon and Digne could push each other for the starting berth and it would result in better performances from both players. Reguilon was on loan at Sevilla this past season and he managed to establish himself as a key player for them. He helped them qualify for the Champions League as well. It will be interesting to see if Everton can convince him to join them this summer. ...
‘Be a class signing’, ‘Raw talent’ – Some Villa fans want the club to sign 22-yr-old from relegated side
Aston Villa need to improve their attacking options this summer and a move for Ismaila Sarr could be perfect for them. Recently, Birmingham Mail published an article touting Sarr as a potential option for Dean Smith’s side this summer. The young winger has been very impressive for Watford this past season and he could be up for grabs following the Hornets’ relegation. It will be interesting to see if Aston Villa make a move for the player. Sarr would add pace, flair and goals to their attack. He is still very young and he will only improve with experience and coaching. The youngster could prove to be a solid long term addition for Villa. The 22-year-old picked up 6 goals and 4 assists this past season and he can play as the right-sided winger or as a centre forward. He could prove to be an...
Report: Marcelo Bielsa wants Spanish striker, but Leeds have a disadvantage
According to AS, Leeds United are interested in signing Raul De Tomas from Espanyol in the summer transfer window. It has been reported that Leeds have identified De Tomas a potential target to sign this summer, but the West Yorkshire outfit have a disadvantage in that they will not play in Europe next season. The report in the Spanish publication has claimed that the Spanish striker has offers from as many as four teams in La Liga, of which only one will play in European competitions in 2020-21. It has also been claimed that a Premier League club and a team from Serie A have made offers to the 25-year-old, and both of them will play in Europe next season. Stats According to AS, De Tomas is valued at €23 million (£20.70 million) by Espanyol, who will play in the second division of Spanish ...
Report: Bayern Munich have guaranteed wantaway Spurs man regular playing minutes
According to Foot Mercato, Bayern Munich have guaranteed Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Tanguy Ndombele regular playing minutes as the Frenchman looks to leave North London this summer. Inter Milan and Barcelona have also been linked with Spurs club-record signing, but suitors have to meet the demands of chairman Daniel Levy to have a chance of landing him. Ndombele wants to leave Tottenham after just a season given the poor working relationship between him and boss Jose Mourinho, and Bayern want him. The Bundesliga giants have been in regular contact with the entourage of the France international and are hoping to seal a deal. The 23-year-old wants to play at next summer’s European Championship after the rescheduling presented him with another chance. Ndombele would have never made the Fren...
CEO says it’s ‘disappointing’ Rangers are signing his player, reported 6-figure fee
Rangers have paid £250,000 for Tom Weston, according to The Blackpool Gazette. The Ibrox club have signed Weston, according to a statement on Blackpool’s official website. The 16-year-old forward was offered a three-year contract by the Seasiders, but the teenager turned it down and has decided to move to Rangers. However, the League One club have been paid £250,000 for the youngster, according to The Blackpool Gazette, and Blackpool have also announced on their official website that the club have retaining a financial interest in the teenager’s long-term future. Blackpool Chief Executive Officer Ben Mansford told the club’s official website: “It is always disappointing to lose a young player, particularly one who is as talented as Tony and has been with the Club for so long. “The FIF...
Report: Ancelotti likes 24-yr-old forward who will cost £22.5m, Everton have joined the race
Everton are looking to sign the Gremio attacker Everton Soares this summer. As per A Bola (via Sportwitness), Benfica are keen on the player as well and the Brazilian outfit will demand around €25m (£22.5m) for the attacker. The 24-year-old could prove to be a handy signing for Everton next season. He will add goals and creativity to the side. Apparently, Carlo Ancelotti likes the player and he wants to bring him to Goodison Park. The reported price seems reasonable as well and Everton should be able to afford him. The Toffees need to improve their attacking options this summer and Everton would be a good fit for them. They need goals from the wide positions and Everton can operate as a left-sided forward. He would be an upgrade on the likes of Walcott and Bernard. The player is unlik...
Barnes warns Rangers could reportedly face ‘huge setback’ in title race
John Barnes has suggested that it would be a blow for Rangers if they lose Alfredo Morelos this summer, as quoted in The Daily Record. The former Celtic manager has underlined the importance of Morelos in the current Rangers set-up. Barnes believes that if Steven Gerrard’s side lose the Colombia international striker, then it will adversely affect the Gers’ chances of competing with bitter Old Firm rivals Celtic in the Scottish Premiership title race this season. According to The Daily Record, Lille are interested in signing the 24-year-old Colombia international and are preparing a £17 million bid for the striker. The Daily Record quotes Barnes as saying: “Morelos leaving Rangers would be a huge setback for them because he scores a lot of goals – he’s got some disciplinary problems a...
£71m man benched, Kante returns: Predicting Chelsea XI to face Arsenal in FA Cup final
Chelsea and Arsenal will clash in the final of the FA Cup at Wembley tomorrow after the London sides saw off Manchester United and Manchester City respectively in the semifinals. Blues manager Frank Lampard will hope to end his first season in charge of the Stamford Bridge outfit with a trophy after leading them to a top-four finish in the Premier League to guarantee Champions League football next season, and winning the FA Cup will make the campaign a successful one for him. He will be expected to name his best line-up for the clash and has been handed some massive injury boost. [embedded content] Willy Caballero is expected to retain his place in goal after £71 million club-record signing Kepa Arrizabalaga was dropped for Sunday’s league game against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Chelsea coul...
Report: Leeds looking to pip Moyes & Bundesliga trio to signature of £15m star
According to Bleacher Report, Leeds United are interested in bringing River Plate defender Gonzalo Montiel to Elland Road this summer as they prepare for life back in the English top-flight for the first time since 2004. [embedded content] The Argentina international would cost around £15 million and is also wanted by West Ham United and Bundesliga trio Stuttgart, Bayer Leverkusen and Schalke. Montiel has been described as a Pablo Zabaleta-type full-back, but he can also play as a centre-back and as a wing-back, and his versatility could come handy for Leeds. The Whites currently have Luke Ayling as their first-choice right-back, while Stuart Dallas and Jamie Shackleton can provide quality cover, and it will be interesting to see if the club move for the Argentine. West Ham were close to s...
