Salomon Rondon
Everton news: Rafael Benitez defends substitution of Richarlison at Crystal Palace
Everton boss Rafael Benitez defended his decision to substitute Richarlison in Sunday’s encounter at Crystal Palace. The Toffees’ fans made their feelings known when the Spanish boss replaced Fabian Delph and Richarlison with Salomon Rondon and Anthony Gordon in the second half. The supporters booed his decision to take off the Brazilian forward but Benitez defended the substitution by citing a ‘problem in his calf.’ Richarlison, who played a key role in the 2-1 comeback victory over Arsenal last week, looked frustrated to be replaced before the hour mark. His manager tried to console him on the touchline but he still looked sulky on his way to the bench. Benitez told Sky Sports later that the 24-year-old has a calf problem and he wanted to protect the player ahead ...
Rafa Benitez sends message to new Everton signing on Twitter following D-day move
Everton confirmed the signing of Salomon Rondon yesterday right at the end of the transfer deadline day. The former Newcastle striker joined from Chinese club Dalian Professional on a free transfer, signing a two-year contract with the option for a third season. The Venezuelan striker has been reunited with Rafael Benitez for the third time, having previously worked with him at Newcastle and Dalian. The 31-year-old centre-forward is a vastly experienced player who has 83 senior caps and a national team record 31 goals for his country. Benitez has taken to Twitter to welcome Rondon following his move to Goodison Park. Welcome @salorondon23, our paths cross one more time. I hope we celebrate soon with victories https://t.co/3bYuBTdc7P — Rafa Benitez Web (@rafabenitezweb) August 31, 2021 Spor...
‘Almost done’ – Journalist claims Everton now close to signing 82-cap international
Everton are close to securing the signature of Salomon Rondon in the final hours of transfer deadline day. According to journalist Alan Myers, Rondon is close to joining the Toffees. Rondon almost done — Alan Myers (@ALANMYERSMEDIA) August 31, 2021 The 82-times capped Venezuela international is a free agent after his contract with Dalian Professional expired. Rondon, who previously worked with Rafael Benitez at Newcastle United and Dalian, is now very close to rejoining him at the Merseyside club. SportsLens View Everton desperately needed to sign a striker this summer after they offloaded Moise Kean to Juventus. Dominic Calvert-Lewin is the first-choice striker at the club, and Benitez needed more depth in that area. Cenk Tosun is another option, although it’s unclear how much ...
Everton set their sights on landing striker with 35 Premier League career goals – report
Everton have entered negotiations with Dalian Pro over the transfer of Salomon Rondon, Sky Sports reports. The Venezuela international has previously worked under Benitez at Newcastle United and Dalian, and it appears that there could be another reunion. The Toffees have opened talks with the Chinese Super League outfit for the 31-year-old, who spent the second half of last season on loan at CSKA Moscow. Sportslens view: Rondon initially worked under Benitez at Newcastle on loan in 2018/2019, registering 12 goals and seven assists from 33 games in all competitions. On his return to West Bromwich Albion, he moved to Dalian to be reunited with Benitez, who left the Magpies after his contract expiry. He had similar success at the Chinese outfit, and there are no surprises that Benitez is eage...
Andrey Arshavin: Moses is a strong character for Russian championship
Former Russian attacking midfielder Andrey Arshavin says Victor Moses’ arrival has strengthened Spartak Moscow and expects him to help the club this season. Moses scored his first goal in Russian football as Spartak Moscow thrashed their hosts Krasnodar 3 – 0 last weekend. The former Nigerian international was also involved in the Moscow derby against CSKA eight days ago. Speaking on the impact of Moses on Spartak Moscow since his arrival, Arshavin who also played for the club during his days, said Moses is a strong character for the Russian championship and has improved the team. “I think it was clear that this is a strong footballer for our championship. Moses has strengthened the necessary position for Spartak.” Andrey Arshavin said “I remember how he played for Wigan against us. He pla...
‘I will take it’: South American star open to making a comeback with Newcastle United
In an interview with The Mirror, Venezuelan striker Salomon Rondon has said that he would be open to making a comeback with Newcastle United in the future. The 30-year-old spent the previous campaign on loan with the Magpies from West Bromwich Albion and he caught the eye with 11 goals and seven assists from 32 league appearances. Initially, he struggled to make an impression under then-manager Rafael Benitez but he gradually picked up his form and made regular goalscoring contributions in the second half of the season. As a result, the Tyneside outfit finished 11 points ahead of the relegation places and Rondon became a fan favourite because of his consistent displays alongside Ayoze Perez in the final months of the campaign. Much has changed since then with Benitez and Rondon having move...
