Crystal Palace have now confirmed that Marc Guehi is going nowhere and will not be leaving for Newcastle before tonight’s 11pm deadline. Speaking to the press this afternoon ahead of their trip to Chelsea this weekend, manager Oliver Glasner has confirmed that the 24-year-old is staying at the club. He’s praised Palace’s determination to keep him, saying “they didn’t give …
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Europa League draw delivers England-Scotland border skirmishes
August 30 – More quality matches from the outset and more riding on every game remained the enduring theme of UEFA’s Europa League draw in Monaco. The expanded 36 team competition followed the same draw format of the Champions League draw the day before, with four pots of nine clubs and teams ranked by their UEFA coefficient. The group stage …
Read More »Crystal Palace working to sign West Ham player before tonight’s 11pm transfer deadline
Crystal Palace are reportedly working to hijack Southampton’s move for West Ham winger Maxwel Cornet. The Saints had been the favourites to sign Cornet after West Ham made it clear the 27-year-old was available for transfer. And despite negotiating the Ivorian’s proposed transfer for some time, Russell Martin’s side look set to miss out after Palace emerged as a late …
Read More »Barcelona coach could call up two teenage prospects to the squad vs Valladolild
Barcelona will be focusing their efforts on securing a fourth win on the bounce when they host Real Valladolid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on Saturday. The Blaugrana are the only team in the league to have made a 100% start so far, beating Valencia, Athletic Club, and Rayo Vallecano – all by the same 2-1 scoreline. Hansi Flick & …
Read More »Howe rubbishes transfer rumour and hints “four or five” targets have been pursued
Eddie Howe has rubbished claims that it was ‘Marc Guehi or no-one’ in our pursuit of a centre-back this summer, insisting we have pursued “numerous players.” The Mail’s Craig Hope reported yesterday that Howe was fixated on the signing of the Crystal Palace signing, but the boss has played down those suggestions today, saying we “absolutely” explored other options. Howe …
Read More »Sullivan, Cowell, Carrizo headline USMNT U-17 roster for Vaclav Jezek Tournament
The U.S. Under-17 men’s national team are back at the Vaclav Jezek Tournament this week, with another young group of promising talents set to feature. Cavan Sullivan, Chance Cowell, and Maximo Carrizo headline Gonzalo Segares’ 18-player roster for the competition. The Americans will face Germany, Czech Republic, and Slovakia from Aug. 30-Sept. 9 in the first window of the new …
Read More »Leicester looking to agree loan deal for amazing striker today
Leicester City are looking to sign a new striker on Transfer Deadline Day. The Foxes have made eight new signings this summer but their business has still not finished. They want to make an attacking addition today and they have already identified their target. Jamie Vardy is most likely playing the final season of his career and Patson Daka is …
Read More »Man United handed Mourinho reunion; Spurs visit Rangers
Man United have been handed a trip to face former boss Jose Mourinho’s new club Fenerbahce in the new-look UEFA Europa League. ✅ Home and away opponents for Pot 1 teams 🏡✈️#UELdraw pic.twitter.com/RCjsL46sCn — UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) August 30, 2024 Rangers were also handed a trip to Old Trafford in Friday afternoon’s draw in Monaco, while Erik ten Hag’s …
Read More »Capello tips Juventus to make the Champions League knockout stages
Fabio Capello believes Juventus will reach the knockout stage of the Champions League this season after watching the draw yesterday. The Bianconeri will face Manchester City, Benfica, PSV Eindhoven, Stuttgart, Leipzig, Club Brugge, Lille, and Aston Villa in the group stage of the competition. This is not an easy draw under the new format, and the Bianconeri will be eager …
Read More »Nottingham Forest given hope of signing West Ham playmaker
Nottingham Forest have been handed a potentially significant boost in their pursuit of West Ham United’s James Ward-Prowse. The Trees have enjoyed another busy transfer window; bringing in nine new players, including midfielder Elliot Anderson from Newcastle United. However, according to recent reports, Anderson may not be the only central midfielder arriving at the City Ground this summer. West Ham …
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