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Man Utd, Liverpool and co. find out their fixtures for the Carabao Cup third round
The draw for the third round of the Carabao Cup has been completed. The second round brought about a number of big results. Aston Villa, Norwich City, and Arsenal all hit their opponents for six, while Southampton comfortably defeated Newport County 8-0. Top flight sides Newcastle United and Crystal Palace were eliminated early. Seven more teams enter the competition at this stage, with all clubs participating in Europe being given a bye to the third round. Manchester City get in on the act as they look to win their fifth Carabao Cup in a row, while Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea, Leicester City, West Ham United, and Tottenham Hotspur also join. Man City have won the competition four years on the trot The Cityzens begin the defence of their crown with a visit from League One side Wy...
Victor Moses completes Spartak Moscow permanent move
Spartak Moscow have completed the permanent signing of former Super Eagles winger Victor Moses from Chelsea. Moses spent last season on loan at the Otkritie Arena, with Spartak having the option to take him permanently should he impress. Spartak Moscow manager, Domenico Tedesco, has revealed how Victor Moses has been a great help to his side since his arrival from Chelsea. The 30-year-old joined the Red and Whites on a season-long loan from the Blues last summer for his sixth spell away from the Stamford Bridge outfit. The former Nigeria international has continued to prove his worth at the club, helping them to their current second spot on the league table. The Russian side have now taken up that option and are expected to pay Chelsea 4.5m euros for the services of the Nigerian internatio...
Everton in talks to sign son of former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher
Everton are reportedly in talks with Wigan Athletic to sign defender James Carragher, son of former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher. The Toffees have put an emphasis on youth development since Marcel Brands arrived, with the club signing players such as Jarrad Branthwaite, Niels Nkounkou and Ben Godfrey. Everton also have several exciting players ready to break through into the first team, with both Anthony Gordon and Ellis Simms currently out on loan. Despite that, Everton could be set to make another signing for the future, with news that the Toffees are in talks to sign Carragher’s son, James, from Wigan. According to the Times’ Paul Joyce, talks have taken place between Everton and Wigan regarding the defender. It is said that Wigan have offered James a professional contract with...
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...
Britain secures early access to promising vaccine candidates
The British government on Friday announced that it had secured early access to 90 million doses of two new promising vaccine candidates. British citizens will receive early access to 90 million doses of the two COVID-19 vaccine candidates should they prove safe and effective. By far, the British government has secured access to six different vaccine candidates as part of the government’s strategy to build a portfolio of promising new vaccines should any be found to be safe and effective. The government has also agreed in principle to co-fund a global clinical trial with the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson and Johnson to establish how effective their vaccine could be in providing long-term immunity against COVID-19. The next phase of Janssen’s clinical trials is expected to begi...
Report: Midfielder has completed medical & signed terms as Spurs pip six clubs to signing
According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Tottenham Hotspur have sealed the signing of Wigan Athletic midfielder Alfie Devine after he completed a medical and signed terms over the weekend. Leeds United, Celtic, Rangers, Brighton and Hove Albion, West Ham United and Chelsea were also all keen on the teenager, but it was Spurs that emerged top of the pursuit having monitored his development closely over the past 12 months. The 15-year-old was released by Liverpool when he was 11 but has since developed into one of the best youngsters around, and he impressed Tottenham chief scout Brian Carey. Devine regularly played for Wigan’s under-23s and was part of the Championship side’s FA Youth Cup side that defeated their Spurs counterparts 2-0 back in January. Wigan potentially relegating after ...
Journalist claims Moyes ran rule over Milan target yesterday, could be available for £1.5m
West Ham United manager David Moyes was spotted at the Championship clash between Charlton Athletic and Wigan Athletic yesterday. Moyes is at the Charlton v Wigan game Josh Cullen & Antonee Robinson both start. pic.twitter.com/TjBGU57FNb — Hammers Chat (@hammers_chat) July 18, 2020 The Hammers boss was definitely on a scouting mission with some of the players involved in the clash on the club’s radar ahead of the summer transfer window. The Sun journalist Alan Nixon was asked who Moyes was running the rule over at The Valley and he confirmed that it was United States international left-back Antonee Robinson. Robinson in the main … https://t.co/R85tk8yJSF — Alan Nixon (@reluctantnicko) July 19, 2020 The Guardian reported earlier this month that West Ham are monitoring the 22-year-old, a...
Phil Hay delivers exciting Leeds transfer update in three words on Twitter
According to The Athletic journalist, Adam Crafton, Leicester City are favourites to sign Joe Gelhardt from Wigan Athletic but talks have stalled. It has been claimed that the admins want to hold talks with several Championship clubs on Monday. The fees discussed are some way below £1.5m. When a fan asked Phil Hay to comment on whether Leeds are one of the interested parties, the Athletic journalist replied – “Leeds like Gelhardt.” Leeds like Gelhardt — Phil Hay (@PhilHay_) July 11, 2020 Gelhardt is a promising young forward. The 18-year-old has impressed this season for the Latics, who have gone into administration and may need to sell some of their star players. The youngster has made two starts and 15 substitute appearances in the Championship for the Latics this season, scoring one goa...
