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Rae urges Rangers to sign player reportedly on Celtic’s radar
Alex Rae has suggested to The Scottish Sun that he would like Rangers to sign reported Celtic target David Turnbull in the summer transfer window. The former Rangers midfielder has outlined why Turnbull would be a good addition to manager Steven Gerrard’s side. Last month, The Scottish Sun claimed that Turnbull remains on the radar of Celtic despite his failed move to the Hoops in the summer of 2019 due to a medical problem. Rae told The Scottish Sun about Turnbull: “Obviously last season was a write-off for him but when you take him on his performances from his opening season really, he scored 16 goals in 34 appearances, it’s very good.” Stats Turnbull has made just two appearances in the Scottish Premiership for Motherwell so far this season, both as substitutes, according to WhoScored. ...
Report: Celtic and Rangers set to battle it out for 19-yr-old attacker
Celtic and Rangers are keen on the Montpellier attacker Thomas Robert. The 19-year-old forward has turned down the offer of a new deal at the French club and the Scottish giants will be delighted with the situation. It will be interesting to see who manages to sign the attacker this summer. Both Celtic and Rangers could use attacking reinforcements and Robert is highly talented. He could develop into a star for either club with time and coaching. As per Football Insider, the player is keen on a move to Britain this summer and he will be available on a free transfer. Apparently, Rangers tried to sign his father back in 2001 as well. Robert can play anywhere across the front three and he will add more depth to Celtic/Rangers’ attack. Rangers, in particular, need more options in attack in ord...
Report: Spurs have to offer player plus cash if they want Hammers star
According to Bleacher Report, Tottenham Hotspur would have to offer a different player from Eric Dier, as well as cash, to have a chance of landing West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice this summer. The report claims that Spurs would be willing to let Dier leave as boss Jose Mourinho wants to make some key changes to his squad ahead of his first full season in charge, but the Hammers aren’t keen to have him in exchange for their academy graduate and could be open to doing business if another player is involved. Manchester United and Chelsea are also interested in recruiting the services of Rice this summer, and West Ham are demanding at least £70 million from suitors in order to part ways with their prized possession. However, neither the duo nor Tottenham are able to meet their asking pr...
Report: Leeds believe they can win the race for midfielder wanted by Tottenham
Leeds United are interested in signing the Linfield starlet Charlie Allen this summer. The 16-year-old midfielder/attacker is highly rated and he is being monitored by the likes of Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham and Rangers as well. The report from Yorkshire Evening Post claims that Leeds are confident of beating the top clubs to the signature of the attacker. The Championship giants believe that they have a good chance of landing Allen. It will be interesting to see if they can secure the transfer soon. Allen has a big future ahead of him and he is a mercurial talent. Signing him now could end up saving millions in future for Leeds United. The likes of Liverpool, Chelsea and Spurs will have more resources than the Whites but Leeds could promise the player a quicker and simpler path to the ...
Tottenham Hotspur now reportedly facing Newcastle competition for ‘top class’ defender
According to 90min. Newcastle United are interested in signing Jamal Lewis for Norwich City in the summer transfer window. It has been reported that Lewis is among a number of British players who are of interest to Newcastle’s prospective new owners, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. Competition for Tottenham Hotspur Newcastle’s reported interest in Lewis means that Tottenham are facing competition for the 22-year-old left-back. According to Bild, Tottenham head coach Jose Mourinho wants to bring the youngster to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this summer. Stats According to WhoScored, Lewis has made 16 starts and three substitute appearances in the Premier League for Norwich so far this season, scoring one goal in the process. During the 2018-19 campaign, the youngster provided four assis...
Rival player ‘so confused’ after Rangers turn of events
Former Celtic forward Tony Watt has given his take on Twitter on Rangers managing director Stewart Robertson saying that the Ibrox club did not bully the SPFL. As reported by BBC Sport, Robertson has claimed that Rangers did not bully the SPFL at all. The SPFL have dismissed Rangers’ dossier of evidence against them regarding the voting process that saw the divisions below the Scottish Premiership called. As reported by BBC Sport, the SPFL have claimed that the dossier did not contain any evidence that they was any bullying or coercion. Rangers managing director Robertson has stated on BBC Sport that they did not make any such claim, to which former Celtic forward Watt – now on the books of Motherwell – have given his take on Twitter. I’m so confused after listening! From a neutral view I ...
MOTD pundit’s reply as Alan Shearer makes Mbappe to NUFC claim
Newcastle United have been tipped to become the new Manchester City after Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund’s £300 million takeover goes through, with a major squad overhaul expected this summer. The Financial Fair Play rule is expected to be relaxed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, and the would-be Magpies owners will most likely take massive advantage of the opportunity. Big names have already been linked with Newcastle, with Barcelona’s Philippe Coutinho said to be on their radar as they look to land Mauricio Pochettino as manager. Toons legend Alan Shearer reckons St. James’ Park could attract someone like Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe post-takeover, but Ian Wright doesn’t think so. However, the Arsenal legend believes a resurgent Manchester United might be able to...
Report: West Ham United’s emphatic response after approach made for ace
According to Football Insider, West Ham United will not sell Declan Rice in the summer transfer window. It has been reported that a leading clubs in the Premier League have made an enquiry for the England international defensive midfielder. West Ham emphatically responded to their rivals by saying that the 21-year-old – who can also operate as a central defender – will not be sold at any price. Stats Rice has made 29 appearances in the Premier League for West Ham so far this season, providing two assists in the process, according to WhoScored. During the 2018-19 campaign, the Englishman scored two goals and provided 34 appearances in the league for the Hammers, according to WhoScored. Back in 2017-18, Rice made 15 starts and 11 substitute appearances in the Premier League for the London cl...
Englishman thinks Leeds United may have to sell 24-year-old
Kevin Phillips has told Football Insider that Leeds United will be forced to sell Kalvin Phillips if they do not get promoted to the Premier League. The former Aston Villa and England international striker believes that although Phillips would love to stay at Leeds for the rest of his career, the West Yorkshire outfit will find it hard to turn down offers for him in the summer transfer window. Phillips made the comments regarding the 24-year-old midfielder in the wake of English Football League chairman Rick Parry saying that if the season is not finished before July 31, then clubs face a “£200 million hole” by September, as reported by BBC Sport. Phillips told Football Insider: “I think they would be forced to sell some of their best players but it will not be just them. “If they were not...
Spurs employee shares how Defoe reacted to famous UCL win against Ajax
Tottenham Hotspur produced one of the greatest comebacks in the history of the Champions League one year ago at the Johan Cruyff Arena. Spurs went into the second-leg of the semifinals a goal down on aggregate having lost 1-0 to Ajax in North London, and their woes were further compounded after 45 minutes in The Netherlands as they were 2-0 down. However, Lucas Moura scored thrice in the last 35 minutes of the clash to send Tottenham into the final of the Champions League on the away-goal rule after the clash ended 3-3 on aggregate. While Mauricio Pochettino’s men eventually fell to a 2-0 defeat in the final at the hands of Liverpool, the Ajax encounter remains fondly remembered and will go down in the club’s history as one of their greatest ever games. Former Tottenham striker Jermain Def...
Report: Rangers star valued 180 times the amount he arrived for as French giants plot move
According to France Football (via GFFN), Ligue 1 giants Marseille are interested in signing Rangers midfielder Glen Kamara this summer and are could pay up to £9 million for his signature. The Ibrox outfit signed the Finland international from Dundee in January 2019 for just £50,000, but his value has since skyrocketed and he is now worth 180 times of what they paid for him. Kamara has since established himself as a key player for Rangers, featuring in 32 Scottish Premiership games to date. The Arsenal youth product caught Marseille’s eyes during the Euro 2020 qualifying campaign and still very much remains on their radar. However, the French side will have to balance the books before attempting to land Kamara. Rangers value the 24-year-old highly, but they might not be able to hold on to ...
‘Ticks all the boxes’, ‘Get him in’ – Some Spurs fans react to links with 24-yr-old Everton target
Tottenham are interested in signing the Southampton midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg this summer. As per Telegraph, the 24-year-old has been a long term target for the Londoners and they could make a bid for him. Hojbjerg has just one year left on his deal and Everton are keen on the player as well. It will be interesting to see if Spurs can agree on a fee with the Saints. Hojbjerg is pretty underrated in the Premier League and he could prove to be a solid addition to Jose Mourinho’s midfield. He will add composure and control to Tottenham’s play. The deep-lying playmaker will help Spurs control games better. The Londoners need someone like him to dominate games. They have a very good box-to-box player in Ndombele who can drive them forward and provide defensive cover. Hojbjerg could recyc...
