English Premier League
Report: Ancelotti is an admirer of 24y/o EPL midfielder as Everton plots move
According to The Athletic’s Patrick Boyland, Everton want a central midfielder with an energetic presence who is as capable on the ball as off it this summer, and they have identified Southampton’s Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg as a target. Toffees boss Carlo Ancelotti is an admirer of the 24-year-old and the club were interested in bringing him to Goodison Park during the January transfer window. Hojbjerg has just a year left on his contract with the Saints and isn’t expected to put pen to paper on an extension. Having stalled on signing a new deal, Southampton won’t be keen to lose the Denmark international for free and will most likely cash in on him when the summer transfer window opens. Ancelotti has stressed his side’s need for more energy in the middle of the park, and Hojbje...
Report: 28y/o was very close to signing deal to join NUFC in March after holding extensive discussions
According to The Athletic’s Chris Waugh, Motherwell goalkeeper Mark Gillespie almost signed for Newcastle United in March prior to the coronavirus outbreak. The 28-year-old has already held extensive discussions with the club about signing a pre-contract ahead of the summer and was very close to agreeing a deal before the pandemic halted footballing activities. Gillespie’s contract at the Scottish Premiership side expires at the end of the season and he remains keen to sign a deal that will see him return to his boyhood club in the coming months. However, it remains to be seen if the would-be Magpies owners will be interested in handing him a contract post-takeover. With Rob Elliot most likely to leave and Freddie Woodman tipped for another loan spell, Newcastle boss Steve Bruce ...
Report: Newcastle offered the chance to sign 27-year-old Arsenal target
According to reports from Italian outlet FC Inter, Paris Saint-Germain left-back Layvin Kurzawa has been offered to a trio of Premier League clubs – Newcastle United, Arsenal and Manchester United. The 27-year-old left-back is expected to become one of the most in-demand fullbacks in the transfer market, as he is out of contract at the end of the season. Interestingly, he has featured frequently for Thomas Tuchel’s side this season, but it seems PSG are in no mood to renew his deal. The 13-times capped France international is a vastly experienced defender who has won four league titles with PSG. The report claims that Kurzawa’s agent is searching for new clubs for him, and have approached the likes of Newcastle United, Arsenal and Manchester United. Serie A giants Inter Mila...
Report shares how NUFC staff have reacted following Ameobi’s takeover comments
According to Chronicle Live, Newcastle United staff are preparing for a change in ownership despite Mike Ashley’s silence on the latest takeover links. The Magpies chairman has finally agreed to sell the club, with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund edging closer to completing a £300 million takeover, but he is yet to comment publicly on it. Nevertheless, the staff, some of which were furloughed at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic are looking forward to his exit, with loan manager Shola Ameobi commenting on the prospective change in ownership last week. However, given that the club have refused to issue any statement since the PIF were linked with them, they feel that he has spoken too early and said too much concerning the impending takeover. The former Newcastle striker, who ...
‘It’s just hard for everyone’: The Telegraph journalist provides latest update on NUFC takeover
Could this be the vital week in the Newcastle takeover process? According to reports from The Chronicle, Newcastle United could be under new management within this week. After more than two weeks, the prospective owners – Amanda Staveley’s consortium — comprising her company PCP Capital Partners (10 per cent), the billionaire Reuben brothers (10 per cent) and the 80 per cent majority stakeholding of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) – are still waiting for Premier League’s approval for the deal to go through. [embedded content] However, the Magpies are all set to enter the new era at St James’ Park. A £300 million deal with Mike Ashley has been agreed, and now they expect to get the green light this week. Luke Edwards of The Telegraph has been covering the dev...
Tyrone Mings shares what he thinks about Project Restart
Aston Villa centre-back Tyrone Mings has shared what he thinks about the Premier League resuming when a fan asked him about Project Restart on Twitter. English top-flight clubs are set to meet this week to establish whether it is possible to resume and complete the current season with a cure and vaccine yet to be found for the coronavirus pandemic. Finishing the campaign at neutral venues is on the cards, but Villa have opposed it, with CEO Christian Purslow claiming his side will be giving up a huge advantage in the relegation race by not playing at Villa Park. It remains to be seen what the Premier League’s final decision will be, but Mings has expressed his concerns about the players’ safety, reacting thus to project restart: Let’s see what else they come out with. If you believe everyt...
Report: Liverpool eye ‘surprise’ move for nine-assist PL player…could get him on the cheap
Liverpool are reportedly plotting a surprise move for Arsenal’s rising star Bukayo Saka. According to reports from Football Insider, the Reds are looking to sign Saka. German giants Borussia Dortmund have also been linked with a summer move for the player. The 18-year-old has made a superb start to life in north London, making a strong impact in the absence of Sead Kolasinac and Kieran Tierney. His impressive form has alerted the Premier League champions-in-waiting, and it remains to be seen whether they would make a move for him. Saka has moved into the final year of his contract at Arsenal. The highly-rated Arsenal youngster currently earns about just £5,000 a week. He was set for a bumper rise but the coronavirus pandemic has forced the brakes on to any tal...
Report: Euro giants would demand £80m for Spurs target, Mourinho ‘may be keen’ to sign him
According to reports from Calciomercato (h/t Football London), Tottenham Hotspur have joined the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United in the race to sign Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. The Serbia international has once again enjoyed a superb campaign for the Serie A giants, and his impressive form has caught the attention of heavyweight Premier League clubs. Milinkovic-Savic is a highly-rated box to box midfielder who would be a great addition for Spurs. Chelsea and United are thought to be his long-term admirers, but Spurs now have joined the race. The report claims that Jose Mourinho ‘may be keen’ on the idea of adding Milinkovic-Savic to his midfield. However, the chance of landing him is slim. He is under contract at the Stadio Olimpico until the summer of 2024, and Lazio are under no...
Newcastle want two-time UCL winner, some fans react: ‘Just imagine’, ‘Would love this’
Newcastle are looking to sign the Real Madrid playmaker James Rodriguez this summer. According to Caracol, the Premier League side could move for the Colombian once their takeover goes through. It will be interesting to see if Newcastle make an offer for Rodriguez in the coming weeks. The Colombian is a world-class player on his day and he would improve Bruce’s side a lot. Newcastle need to improve their attacking options next season and someone like Rodriguez would help them break down defences easily and turn them into a very good attacking side. A signing like this could take Bruce’s side to a whole new level. Rodriguez is a proven star and he has the quality to succeed at the highest level. Furthermore, he has the experience of winning trophies as well. The 28-year-old has won two Cham...
Journalist claims Leicester want 22-yr-old this summer, Rodgers knows him well
Leicester City have been linked with a move for the Celtic defender Kristoffer Ajer. As per the Italian journalist Nicolo Schira, Rodgers wants to bring the defender to the Premier League this summer. Rodgers has worked with Ajer during their time together at Celtic and he will know all about the player’s qualities. His interest in Ajer is hardly a surprise. Leicester need a long term partner for Soyuncu and Ajer would be ideal. The 22-year-old Celtic defender is still very young and inconsistent. However, the talent is there for everyone to see. Rodgers could help cut out the inconsistencies from his game and make him a better player. The Leicester City boss has a good track record of nurturing young players. He has proven that at Swansea, Liverpool and Celtic. It will be interesting to s...
Manager who has worked with 27-goal star claims he would fit in well at Liverpool
German forward Timo Werner has been linked with a move to the Premier League for a while now. Liverpool are thought to be one of the clubs keen on the RB Leipzig star. According to former RB Leipzig coach and sporting director Ralf Rangnick, the German striker would fit in well at Liverpool. Rangnick explains that Werner is suited to counter-attacking football and he benefits from quick switching of play. Jurgen Klopp’s men are probably the best in the world at that and Werner is likely to excel in his system. He said (via Nicolo Schira): “Since Timo has made progress under Nagelsmann, his most important weapons, however, are the quick switching movement and his powerful finish. Therefore, he would rather fit a club like Liverpool, which is similar to our style of play”. It will be interes...
George Caulkin provides latest update on NUFC takeover and transfer of money
There is an anticipation that this could be the most vital week in the Newcastle United takeover process. A deal in the region of £300 million has been agreed between Mike Ashley and the potential new Newcastle owners. A part-payment of £17 million has been paid already, which is non-refundable, while the remaining part will be paid once they get the green signal from the Premier League. The would-be new owners – Amanda Staveley’s consortium — comprising her company PCP Capital Partners (10 per cent), the billionaire Reuben brothers (10 per cent) and the 80 per cent majority stakeholding of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) – are waiting for the Premier League to approve the deal. Newcastle United fans are waiting eagerly to hear the official announcement, but acco...
