Manchester United are extremely close to completing their third signing of the summer, reports Dutch publication De Telegraaf. Erik ten Hag will finally get his wish of reuniting with his former player Lisandro Martinez, and a deal for the Argentine centre-back is said to be agreed between United and Ajax for 55 million fees, including add-ons. Ten Hag was insistent on the Red Devils signing him in order to bolster their defence. Being one of the most promising and versatile defenders on the market, the Argentine certainly attracted a lot of attention, and United also had to beat Arsenal in…
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Paris Saint-Germain have beaten competition from Newcastle United to secure the services of French forward Hugo Ekitike. The 20-year-old enjoyed a breakout season with Reims in 2021/22. Ekitike has had top clubs around Europe follow him for the last half year. The player rejected a move to Newcastle United to sign for the Parisians instead. The youngster’s current deal sees him join the Parsiains on an initial loan deal, which could be made permanent next summer for 30 million euros because of an option to buy. Speaking to the PSG website for the first time, Ekitike revealed his Parisian roots…
Neither of Chelsea’s new recruits made an appearance in Vegas for their first unofficial game of the season against Liga MX side Club America. Instead, the Blues had to rely on Mason Mount and Timo Werner to score the goals that took them past their opponents in front of a packed crowd at the Allegiant Stadium. A cagey first-half aside, Werner put Chelsea in front in the 55th minute; the German’s first-time shot from a Reece James cross hit the back of teammate – and returning member of the Blues’ loan delegation – Michy Batshuayi, but he scored on the rebound from close…
Taijul Islam and Litton Das produced valuable contributions to drive Bangladesh to a four-wicket win in the third match of the ODI series versus the Windies. For the first time in 13 years, Bangladesh completed a clean sweep against WI in their own backyard, repeating the heroics of their iconic 2009 tour. Skipper Tamim Iqbal, who took over the leadership responsibilities under dire circumstances, did not enjoy any success in the Tests and T20Is but led by example in the ODIs. During the third and final game of the series in Guyana, the Asian unit decided to bowl first after winning…
Defending Indian Super League champions Hyderabad FC have announced the signing of 22-year-old central defender Alex Saji from Gokulam Kerala on a three-year contract. “Hyderabad FC is a team that gives a lot of opportunities to the young players in the country and I am very much excited to be a part of this club. It is a great platform for a player like me.””I am looking forward to playing under coach Manolo and learning more to improve my game. It will be an exciting season, my first in the ISL, and I can’t wait to get started,” Saji told…
The Blaugrana have finally reached an agreement with Bayern Munich to sign Robert Lewandowski for a reported 50 million euro fee, reports renowned journalist Gianluca di Marzio. The Poland international has remained one of Barcelona’s top targets ever since it was revealed that the prolific striker was considering leaving the German champions. Переглянути цей допис в Instagram Допис, поширений Bleacher Report Football (@brfootball) However, Bayern remained firm in their demands for the two-time FIFA The Best award winner, despite the fact that he still had a year left on his contract at the Allianz Arena, but a deal has now…
The Red Devils have signed free agent Christian Eriksen to a three-year deal, the club confirmed on July 15. After returning to football following his collapse at the Euro 2020, the 30-year-old spent the second half of last season on a six-month contract with Brentford. “Manchester United is a special club, and I cannot wait to get started. I have had the privilege of playing at Old Trafford many times but to do it in the red shirt of United will be an amazing feeling.“I have seen Erik’s work at Ajax and know the level of detail and preparation that…
Despite the Indian Super League having the status as the top division in Indian, recognised by both FIFA and AFC, the new constitution that is being prepared by the Committee of Administrators is seeking to have the I-League as the top football league in the country instead. According to Marcus Mergulhao of Times of India, the final draft of the new constitution that is being prepared by the All India Football Federation Committee of Administrators is looking to accord the ‘seniormost top division league status’ to the I-League instead of the Indian Super League, which is recognised as the top division in…
The Gunners are back in negotiations with Manchester City, this time for the transfer of left-back Oleksandr Zinchenko, reports Simon Jones of the Daily Mail. The North Londoners have recently missed out on AFC Ajax centre-back Lisandro Martinez, who has reportedly chosen Manchester United as his next club. The 25-year-old Ukraine international, who can play as both a defender and in midfield, is down the pecking order to City, with Portugal international Joao Cancelo currently the first-choice left-back despite being predominantly right-footed. Arsenal have already shopped at City once this summer. The Gunners paid 45 million pounds to sign forward Gabriel Jesus, a…
2020-21 Indian Super League champions Mumbai City have confirmed on Thursday they have reached an agreement with Kerala Blasters for the transfer of left-back Sanjeev Stalin. The 21-year-old has signed a four-year contract with the Islanders until May 2026. “It’s a big step for me to join Mumbai City at this stage of my career, but it’s one that I am confident about. When the opportunity to join one of the biggest clubs in India came knocking, I knew I had to grab it with both hands. I am looking forward to learning from my peers, seniors and coach Des Buckingham,”the…