Sven Botman
Juventus news: Old Lady in for Sven Botman
Juventus are reportedly eager to bring in Sven Botman from Lille OSC this summer. At present, Juventus are enjoying the performances of Matthijs de Ligt whose role in the starting XI has become increasingly important. They hope that their association with the 22-year-old will last for a long time. However, with the Dutchman’s contract expiring in 2024 and a 120 million euros release clause activating in June, the Old Lady will have to prepare a plan B. The Plan A is obviously to keep the player around and offer him an extension. However, Juventus do not want to bump into any surprises and in the event of the club receiving a good offer, they need to prepare for life without him. Bet £10 and Get £50 In Bet Credits with bet365 Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and ar...
Newcastle Transfer News: Sven Botman hints at summer move
Dutch international defender Sven Botman was heavily linked with a move to Newcastle United during the January transfer window but the French outfit refused to sell him for a reasonable price last month. It seems that the player has not given up on a move to the Premier League in the future and the defender has now hinted at a potential summer move to the Premier League club. Speaking to Ziggo sport via Chronicle, the defender has revealed that a move to Newcastle is not all about money. Bet £10 and Get £50 In Bet Credits with bet365 Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. He has revealed that ...
Lille news: Two big clubs in race to sign Sven Botman
Newcastle United are in contention with AC Milan for the signature of Lille centre-back Sven Botman, according to The Sun. The Magpies are desperate to bring in reinforcements in January to bolster their defensive ranks. And they believe the 21-year-old is a good fit to their needs. However, AC Milan have also been credited with an interest in the talented defender. The Italian outfit are aiming to win the Serie A title but they suffered a blow when Simon Kjaer picked up a long-term injury. Now they are in the market to sign a replacement for the injured Danish footballer. However, Lille are said to be unwilling to lose one of their star players in the middle of the season. As per The Telegraph, the French outfit have rejected Newcastle’s app...
Newcastle United news: Magpies target Dutch defender Sven Botman
Newcastle United are interested in signing Seven Botman who is currently on the books of French side Lille, according to reports. The 21-year-old started the first nine matches for the Mastiffs this season. However, a groin injury kept him out of the team during October and November. He returned to the side in their 2-1 victory over Rennes earlier this December. The young centre-back joined the French outfit in the summer of 2020 from Ajax in a deal worth around €8 million. The Dutch footballer played an important role last season to help Lille to the Ligue 1 title. He missed only a single game in the entire league season and made 37 appearances. His performances in France have reportedly attracted the attention of Premier League side Newcastle United. Accordi...
Liverpool FC Transfer News: Sven Botman, Kalvin Phillips linked; Nat Phillips eyeing exit
Liverpool are reportedly looking to improve their squad in the coming months and they have been linked with the likes of Sven Botman and Kalvin Phillips in recent weeks. Reds keen on Sven Botman The Dutch international defender has made quite a name for himself with Lille and he could prove to be a quality long term addition for the Merseyside outfit. According to Sky Italy, AC Milan are keen on signing the defender as well and it will be interesting to see where he ends up. A player of his calibre deserves to play regular first-team football at a top club and the Reds might not be able to provide him with that option just yet especially with the number of defenders at their disposal right now. Liverpool have the likes of Virgil van Dijk, Joel Matip, Joe Gomez, Ibrahima Konate and Nathanie...
Report: Liverpool now want to sign £43m giant touted as ‘Van Dijk 2.0’
Liverpool are showing interest in signing Lille ace Sven Botman, according to TuttoMercatoWeb. Reds boss Jurgen Klopp has already bolstered his central defensive ranks at Anfield this summer. Ibrahima Konate arrived from RB Leipzig a couple of months ago for around £36 million. However, it seems as though Klopp could be eyeing further centre-back reinforcements. Sven Botman in action for Lille Liverpool targeting Botman? TMW reckon that the 21-year-old Lille defender is on the Reds’ radar. Standing at 6ft 4in tall, the young Dutchman cuts an imposing figure. He has very similar attributes to his fellow countryman Virgil van Dijk. In fact, he has been touted as the next Van Dijk by Who Scored. He’s a very good player and has so much talent and potential. In 37 Ligue 1 outings for Lille...
West Ham keen on signing €32m-rated player, Tottenham admire him as well
West Ham United are interested in signing Lille defender Sven Botman. According to Sky Sports, Newcastle United, Crystal Palace, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City also admire the player. The 21-year-old is regarded as one of the most exciting defensive talents around Europe after helping Lille win the Ligue 1 title last season. He is open to moving to the Premier League and would be an excellent signing for several of his suitors, particularly West Ham. They need to bring in quality reinforcements, with the team set to embark on a Europa League campaign this season. They cannot hope to succeed in that competition without a strong defensive unit, and Botman looks to be an ideal fit. If the Hammers can sign him for a reasonable price this summer, Botman could prove to be an exceptional a...
‘Absolutely adamant’: James Pearce claims £27m star won’t be joining Liverpool this month
Liverpool have been recently linked with a move for Sven Botman in the January transfer window, but James Pearce of The Athletic has suggested that the Reds are not interested in the defender. While speaking to Red Agenda Podcast, Pearce has claimed that Liverpool are not in the running to sign the Lille centre-back this month. “Certainly, Botman, I think, we can rule him out,” said Pearce. “There’s been a lot of speculation around him over the weekend. The people I spoke to are absolutely adamant that there was no interest in Botman.” SL View – Liverpool’s need for a defender With Joe Gomez out for the season and no assurance over Virgil van Dijk’s potential return, Liverpool are already depleted at the back. Joel Matip has struggled with injuries once again, and it has forced ...
Report: West Ham join the race to sign Dutch defender, but face competition from Watford
West Ham and Watford have been linked with a move for the 20-year-old Dutch defender Sven Botman. The player was on loan at SC Heerenveen this season and he is highly rated at Ajax. It will be interesting to see if the Eredivisie giants are willing to sell the youngster this summer. Botman could be a decent addition to West Ham or Watford’s defence next year. He would add depth and cover to the side. As per Footmercato, the likes of Lille, Rennes and Udinese are thought to be keeping tabs on the player as well. Botman has a bright future ahead of him and he needs to choose his next club carefully. He needs to play often at this stage of his career and he should join a club where he will get to play. He cannot afford to join a big club only to sit on the bench. It will be interesting to see...
