Antonio Conte and Spurs now own the ace of spades – they are in next season’s Champions League competition after a year-long absence, and ready to get to work in the transfer market. Tottenham finished fourth in last season’s Premier League campaign, two points clear of Arsenal who collapsed on the final hurdle and gifted their North London rivals a spot in the Champions League. Heung min Son and Mohamed Salah shared the Golden Boot award, with each forward netting 23 goals in the 2021/22 campaign. Harry Kane followed shortly behind his teammate with 17, with Tottenham winning four of their last five to secure fourth place which included a vital victory in the North London derby. A busy summer awaits for Antonio Conte and the club, as they look to make major reinforcements and prop Spurs b...
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti says Alex Iwobi’s pace, hardwork and quality can help in making the Toffees a better team in certain situations. Ancelotti stated this ahead of Everton’s Premier League tie against Southampton this weekend with the duo of James Rodriguez and Richarlison out. The potential absence of both James and Richarlison will present starting opportunities for members of Ancelotti’s squad short on top-flight action this term. And among those vying for a first Premier League start this term is Iwobi, who dazzled after replacing Richarlison in the opening half of Everton’s victory over Brighton & Hove Albion prior to this month’s international break. “We have to put in other players who have the desire to play,” said Ancelotti. “We are working this week on this and I ...
Everton coach, Carlo Ancelotti, according to Victor Ikpeba, may no longer have Alex Iwobi in his plans after the gaffer completely left the Super Eagles star out of Everton’s squad in their opening game of the new season against Tottenham. Iwobi was not listed in the Everton team that beat host Tottenham 1-0 at the weekend prompting former Nigeria international, Ikpeba to suggest that the Toffees’ boss no longer fancy the former Arsenal forward in his team. Ikpeba while speaking on Monday Night Football monitored on Super Sports, says Ancelotti’s arrival at the Goodison Park could see Iwobi struggle for game time at Everton with the Italian gaffer having signed new players. Iwobi who joined Everton last season in a €30million move from Arsenal score one goal in 25 Premier League appearance...