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Mourinho has come up with £30m ‘first choice’ target to replace £100k-per-week Spurs star
According to reports from the Daily Mail, Tottenham Hotspur “have made” Nick Pope as their “first choice” target if Hugo Lloris leaves the club in the summer. Lloris situation The 34-year-old club skipper has a contract at the north London club till 2022. He has been targeted by Paris Saint-Germain where he could be reunited with former Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino. Spurs are aware that Lloris, who is on £100k-per-week wages, may be interested in a return to his homeland. Lloris is a world-class shot-stopper but he has come under criticism for his costly mistakes in recent matches. In fact, the Frenchman has not always been consistent in the past few years, and probably Spurs should look at other options now. Jose Mourinho has backed the France No 1 to rediscover his top ...
RB Leipzig boss emerges as Tottenham’s ‘top target’ to replace Jose Mourinho
RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann has emerged as the likely candidate to replace Jose Mourinho, should Tottenham’s current slump continue. Spurs began the season in excellent form and even topped the table as recently as early December, yet just a few months later, Mourinho’s men find themselves 23 points behind leaders Manchester City and with a real job to do to secure a top-four spot. Their defeat to London rivals West Ham United on Sunday means they are now nine points behind the Hammers in fourth, albeit with a game in hand on David Moyes’ side. Despite a late rally in that game, inspired by half-time substitute Gareth Bale, Tottenham’s defensive woes once again came to the fore, the centre-back pairing of Eric Dier and Davinson Sanchez looking particularly shaky in recent weeks. With...
RB Leipzig boss emerges as Tottenham’s ‘top target’ to replace Jose Mourinho
RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann has emerged as the likely candidate to replace Jose Mourinho, should Tottenham’s current slump continue. Spurs began the season in excellent form and even topped the table as recently as early December, yet just a few months later, Mourinho’s men find themselves 23 points behind leaders Manchester City and with a real job to do to secure a top-four spot. Their defeat to London rivals West Ham United on Sunday means they are now nine points behind the Hammers in fourth, albeit with a game in hand on David Moyes’ side. Despite a late rally in that game, inspired by half-time substitute Gareth Bale, Tottenham’s defensive woes once again came to the fore, the centre-back pairing of Eric Dier and Davinson Sanchez looking particularly shaky in recent weeks. With...
Chelsea pair set to miss out, Arsenal star may start against champions-elect
The 2020/21 Premier League season rumbles on this weekend, with some eye-catching fixtures scheduled to take place over the next four days. The action gets underway on Friday evening as Wolverhampton Wanderers go head-to-head with Leeds United at Molineux. There are four games on Saturday, with Southampton versus Chelsea kicking-off proceedings at lunchtime. Thiago Silva has definitely been ruled out of the game for the Blues, while Christian Pulisic is also doubtful with a calf injury. Burnley vs West Bromwich Albion is next on the agenda, but that will serve as a warm-up to the standout game of the day at 5.30 pm. Liverpool will be eager to bounce back to form in the Premier League after a dismal run as they face Everton at Anfield. The final match of the day sees Fulham welcome Sheffiel...
Premier League 2020/21 Week 25: EPL Results & Table
The 25th round of fixtures in the Premier League features some key match-ups at both ends of the EPL table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the latest Premier League standings throughout the weekend. The action is already underway, with Wolverhampton Wanderers going head-to-head with Leeds United at Molineux. 🚨 TEAM NEWS 🚨 We’ve got live commentary of 🐺 #WolvesFC 🆚 #LUFC ⚪️at 8pm courtesy of @vksparks & @mbrowny1977 📻! Here’s how both sides line up 🔽 Listen live on @BBCSounds👇🎧📲 https://t.co/SeNxYP3LvM#bbcfootball #WOLLEE pic.twitter.com/p2ncRckTej — BBC 5 Live Sport (@5liveSport) February 19, 2021 The early game on Saturday sees Chelsea attempt to boost their...
Celtic looking to snap up 54-cap international from the Premier League this summer
Celtic are interested in signing the Burnley midfielder Robbie Brady at the end of the season. The 29-year-old is set to become a free agent in the summer, and he has failed to agree a new deal with the Premier League club. Manager Neil Lennon wants to strengthen his midfield options and is keeping tabs on the experienced midfielder’s situation at Burnley. According to the Mirror, Lennon sees Brady as a key part of his future plans and the move could be ideal for the player. SL View: Quality short term addition The 54-cap Republic of Ireland international could prove to be a quality short-term signing for the Scottish giants. He has shown his quality in the Premier League and could make an immediate impact at Celtic if he moves to Scotland. Brady is at the peak of his career right now and ...
Liverpool forced into more changes, Tottenham boss set to shuffle pack
The 24th round of fixtures in the Premier League features some exciting match-ups, particularly towards the top of the EPL table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the latest Premier League standings throughout the weekend. The action is already underway this weekend, with Leicester City going head-to-head with Liverpool at the King Power Stadium. The Foxes recovered from a goal down to secure a 3-1 victory – James Maddison, Jamie Vardy and Harvey Barnes got the goals. Crystal Palace versus Burnley is the 3.00 pm kick-off, but most fans will be eagerly awaiting the early evening fixture. Manchester City have swept all before them over the last few weeks and look a good bet to continue their stunning form against Tottenham Hotspur. Guardiola has a strong City squ...
Ederson ahead of Liverpool and Arsenal keepers in potential goalscorers list
Is there any better sight in football than seeing a goalkeeper come up for a corner? Everyone watches in anticipation, hoping to see the impossible happen right before our eyes. Most of the time, the corner is cleared, and that’s that. But, on the rare occasion, we see our unlikely hero emerge à la Jimmy Glass. But who from the Premier League is most likely to provide us with this almost unprecedented moment? Here is a ranking of every starting Premier League goalkeeper based on their goalscoring ability. 20) Sam Johnstone – West Bromwich Albion Sam Johnstone leaving his penalty box, most likely setting off an ankle tag Goalkeepers using their feet? Big Sam doesn’t like any of that tippy tappy nonsense. Get back on your line and do your job. 19) Lukasz Fabianski – West Ham United As t...
West Ham set for injury boost, Chelsea hoping star will return
The Premier League season continues this weekend, with the 24th round of fixtures featuring some high-profile matches. There are four games on Saturday, two of which will have a big bearing on proceedings at the top of the EPL table. The action gets underway at 12.30 pm as Leicester City welcome Liverpool to the King Power Stadium. Both teams head into the game in the top four and will be eager to pick up three points to keep themselves in the title hunt. Crystal Palace versus Burnley is next on the agenda, but that will merely serve as a warm-up for the early evening game. Table-topping Manchester City have been in imperious form over the past few weeks and will fancy their chances of beating Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium. There are four games on Sunday, with the pick of the bun...
West Ham star unlikely to figure, Tottenham face tough test
The FA Cup continues apace this week, with the fifth round line-up featuring some intriguing ties over the next three days. We’ll update this story with reports, results and highlights as the games take place. Manchester United booked their place in the next FA Cup draw with a 1-0 home victory over West Ham United – Scott McTominay bagged the winner in extra-time. Burnley crashed out of the competition as they were beaten 2-0 by Bournemouth at Turf Moor – Sam Surridge and Junior Stanislas got the goals. There are four games on Wednesday, with Swansea City versus Manchester City kicking things off at 5.30 pm. Leicester City versus Brighton & Hove Albion and Sheffield United versus Bristol City are next on the agenda and both home teams look good bets to make progress. The final fixture ...
Premier League 2020/21 Week 23: EPL Results & Table
The 23rd round of fixtures in the Premier League features some eyecatching fixtures, particularly towards the top of the EPL table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the latest Premier League standings throughout the weekend. The eyes of the football world will be on Anfield on Sunday as Liverpool go head-to-head with Manchester City. The Reds have struggled to produce their best form over the past few weeks and desperately need a victory to keep themselves in the title race. The action is already underway this weekend, with Aston Villa meeting Arsenal. 🗣️ #AVLARS pic.twitter.com/6yRZdlXKvc — Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) February 6, 2021 The afternoon and early evening line-up on Saturday is fairly uninspiring, but things should pick up in the fina...
Premier League 2020/21 Week 22: EPL Results & Table
The 22nd round of fixtures in the Premier League features some intriguing match-ups at the top and bottom of the table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the latest Premier League standings throughout the weekend. Manchester United bounced back to form in style with a 9-0 home victory over Southampton – Anthony Martial (2), Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Marcus Rashford, Jan Bednarek (OG), Edinson Cavani, Scott McTominay, Bruno Fernandes and Daniel James were on the scoresheet. Goals by Ruben Neves and Joao Moutinho secured a 2-1 home win for Wolverhampton Wanderers against Arsenal. Sheffield United recovered from a goal down to beat West Bromwich Albion 2-1 at Bramhall Lane – Jayden Bogle and Bill Sharp were on target for the Blades. Jairo Riedewald and Gary Cahill got the...
