The team sheets are in at the City Ground, where Eddie Howe has named a strong side to take on Nottingham Forest in tonight’s 8pm kick off: NUFC XI: Pope – Trippier, Krafth, Burn, Hall – Tonali, Joelinton, Willock – Almiron, Isak, Barnes. SUBS: Ruddy, Gordon, Targett, Osula, Livramento, Murphy, Kelly, Longstaff, Bruno. Sandro Tonali starts after returning from his …
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Leeds United begin transfer talks with 27-time international midfielder
Leeds United have opened talks to sign Japan international midfielder Ao Tanaka from Fortuna Dusseldorf, according to reports. After failing to secure promotion back to the Premier League, the Whites have endured a difficult summer transfer window, with the likes of Georginio Rutter, Archie Gray, Crysencio Summerville and Glen Kamara all leaving for substantial fees among a host of other …
Read More »Barcelona make direct contact with 19-year-old midfielder to convince him over loan move
As reported just a while ago, Barcelona have entered the race to sign Liverpool youngster Stefan Bajcetic on a season-long loan deal. The Blaugrana, rocked by the season-ending injury to Marc Bernal, want the 19-year-old Spanish youngster and have already sent an offer for a plain loan deal with no option, even throwing in €4 million as loan fee. RB …
Read More »De Klassieker match called-off amid police strike
Sunday’s crunch De Klassieker match between Feyenoord and Ajax has been called-off because of a police strike. The fixture has a long history of disorder and officers were injured during crowd trouble at the Eredivisie match between the sides in Amsterdam 11 months ago. Zondag geen Klassieker…#feyaja — Feyenoord Rotterdam (@Feyenoord) August 27, 2024 After Feyenoord went 3-0 ahead home …
Read More »Bayer Leverkusen director shuts down talk of Barcelona target’s departure
With a little over two days left before the summer transfer window comes to an end, FC Barcelona are seemingly making a few late moves. Injuries have led to the Catalans looking to add a new centre-back and a new defensive midfielder, Financial Fair Play situation permitting. A loan offer for Liverpool midfielder Stefan Bajcetic has already been made while …
Read More »Former Tottenham hero describes leaving the club as one of his ‘best decisions’
Harry Kane has labelled his move to Bayern Munich from Tottenham Hotspur last summer as ‘one of the best decisions of his life’. After rising through the ranks to become Tottenham’s all-time top goalscorer, netting 280 times in 435 appearances across all competitions, Kane finally departed the club in search of major trophies. Unfortunately for Kane, Bayern suffered one of …
Read More »Serie A back to old transfer window system?
As the summer transfer window rapidly approaches its deadline on August 30, the pressure on European soccer clubs is intensifying. This summer’s transfer business has been less frantic than expected, but the final days promise a flurry of activity. In Italy, Serie A clubs are navigating a particularly chaotic landscape as they prepare for an exciting season. Yet, the uncertainty …
Read More »Fulham eye late Miguel Almiron move that could open door to Newcastle signing – Report
According to talkSPORT’s Alex Crook, Fulham are now considering a late move for Newcastle United winger Miguel Almiron. Crook states that Almiron’s departure could allow Newcastle to finally pull the trigger and sign a new right winger, with it widely reported that we may need to move on the Paraguayan to make room for another attacker, alongside a much-needed centre-back. …
Read More »Portugal boss steadfast in Ronaldo support
As Portugal faced a disappointing exit from Euro 2024, the role of Cristiano Ronaldo in the national team has become a subject of heated debate. At 39, Ronaldo‘s continued presence in the squad, under coach Roberto Martinez, has sparked concerns among fans and pundits alike. Many argue that his age and declining influence on the pitch may be hindering the …
Read More »Wojciech Szczęsny gives reasons for retirement from professional football
Former Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny has retired from professional football after terminating his Bianconeri contract by mutual consent. The Polish goalkeeper was Juventus’ first choice last season and remained reliable between the posts. However, Juve opted to sign Michele di Gregorio for the new season and asked Szczęsny to find a new club. There were rumours of potential moves to …
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