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Turnbull sale would give Motherwell ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ chance, says Burrows

Motherwell are set for big decisions on a once-in-a-lifetime chance to shape the clubs future if David Turnbulls move to Celtic goes through.Turnbull could sign for Celtic in the coming days after Motherwell accepted a club-record fee for the 19-year-old midfielder on Wednesday.The boyhood Motherwell fan scored 15 goals in 30 league games this season but his transfer legacy could be a far greater contribution to his side.The deal is understood to be worth 3million to the fan-owned club with the potential... Читать дальше...

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Neville plays down rivalry as England prepare to face Argentina at Women’s World Cup

Phil Neville does not believe the rivalry which exists between England and Argentina in the mens game will have any bearing on the Lionesses World Cup clash on Friday evening.However, Neville is expecting a real battle against the South Americans, who surprised many observers when they held Japan to a goalless draw in their opening match.Meetings between the two in the mens game have thrown up a number of memorable and controversial moments over the years, but Neville told a press conference: They... Читать дальше...

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Kilmarnock board ‘extremely impressed’ by new manager candidates

Kilmarnock fans could get news on their new boss early next week.The Killie board have issued a detailed update to supporters on a range of topics including pre-season, stadium improvements, season tickets and Europa League draws, but information on their manager hunt was thin on the ground.The statement read: Wed like to thank supporters for their patience during the search for our new manager and we can assure you that the process is progressing smoothly.Weve been extremely impressed by the calibre... Читать дальше...

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Chelsea midfielder admits “I can’t lie – one day I’d like to play in Paris”

The former Monaco player spent the 2018/19 campaign on loan at AC Milan but will return to Stamford Bridge this summer, with the Italians looking unlikely to take up their option to make the move permanent.When asked about his future, the Parisian said he would love to join his hometown club.“Yes, for sure, one day I would like to play in Paris," he toldL'Equipe."I cannot lie about it. It’s big for me and my loved ones. We are real Parisians.”However, Bakayoko still has three years remaining on his Blues deal... Читать дальше...

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Arsenal skipper identified as serious target for Borussia Dortmund

The 33-year-old has been at the Emirates for nine years but is entering the final year of his contract.BILD believes that Bundesliga runners-up Dortmund consider the France international as a serious option to strengthen their defence.Arsenal are said to be willing to cash in on the centre-back now rather than lose him on a free transfer next summer.Koscielny made just 17 Premier League appearances for the club during an injury-affected 2018/19 campaign that saw him ruled out with an achilles tendon... Читать дальше...

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Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde open to sale of Manchester United target

The Croatia international has been linked with a move to Manchester United, with reports in Spain this week claiming the Old Trafford club had made an approach.Now Cadena SER has reported that Valverde has accepted Rakitic’s departure at the right price after a meeting with general managerPep Segura earlier in the week.However, the 31-year-old is yet to be convinced by a proposal that would suit both him and Barcelona. Rakitic scored three goals in 31 league appearances for Barca in the 2018/19 season... Читать дальше...

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Slaven Bilic ‘didn’t think twice’ about accepting West Brom job

Slaven Bilic feels he is the right man to lead West Brom back to the Premier League.The Baggies have turned to former West Ham boss Bilic to replace Darren Moore, who was sacked in March.The 50-year-old has agreed a two-year contract with Albion, who reached the Sky Bet Championship play-off semi-finals last season.Introducing #SuperSlav pic.twitter.com/3IBW0pbVFJ West Bromwich Albion (@WBA) June 13, 2019Im delighted with this opportunity of course, Bilic told the Baggies official website.We want to improve... Читать дальше...

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Real Madrid unveil new signing Eden Hazard – live

Eden Hazard will be unveiled by Real Madrid tonight as he completes his 130million move from Chelsea, signing a five-year contract.After undergoing a medical, he will appear on the Bernabeu pitch before facing the media at 7pm local time (6pm BST).Follow the latest updates here. 4.30pmReal fans are gathering outside the Bernabeu ahead of Eden Hazards introduction to the Los Blancos faithful. The Belgium star must first complete a medical before taking to the pitch for his presentation complete... Читать дальше...

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The 5 best Women’s World Cup matches ever

5) New Zealand 2-2 Mexico, group stage, 2011The stakes weren’t particularly high for New Zealand and Mexico’s final Group B game in the small German town of Sinsheim. The former had already been eliminated from the tournament, while the latter needed one almighty and unlikely goal swing to progress at the expense of England. But the Football Ferns – who had lost of all their eight previous World Cup matches – ensured that the game still went down in WWC folklore. Indeed, losing 2-0 at the 90-minute mark... Читать дальше...

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Manchester United refuse to give up chase for £80 million Leicester star

The England international has been identified as a key target for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s squad revamp.However, the Foxes are under no pressure to sell the centre-back, who penned a new contract until 2023 last summer after an impressive World Cup campaign in Russia.ESPN FC sources have said that United will continue to push for the signature of the centre-back despite not wanting to meet Leicester’s demands.The outlet also reports that the 26-year-old would be open to a move to a top-six Premier... Читать дальше...

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Blackpool native and fan Simon Sadler takes over the Seasiders

Blackpool fan Simon Sadler has completed a 96.2 per cent acquisition of the club following approval of the purchase by the English Football League.The deal concludes a protracted saga surrounding the Bloomfield Road side who in February were seized by the High Court from former owner Owen Oyston, with joint receivers Paul Cooper and David Rubin placed in charge.It has taken four months to find a suitable buyer, who should now settle Oystons 25million debt to the clubs former president Valeri Belokon.Sadler... Читать дальше...

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Oran Kearney looking to secure permanent deal for Mihai Popescu

St Mirren manager Oran Kearney is still hopeful he can bring Mihai Popescu back to the club.The Romanian defender moved to Paisley on loan from Dinamo Bucharest in January, making 17 appearances to help secure the Buddies status as a Ladbrokes Premiership side.The 26-year-old remains under contract at Bucharest and his club are looking for a transfer fee but Kearney believes both the defender and Brighton midfielder Anders Dreyer could be tempted back.It would be brilliant to be able to get those guys back... Читать дальше...

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Romelu Lukaku stokes Manchester United exit talk by calling Inter Milan coach "the best in the world”

The Belgium international has been heavily linked with a move to Italythis summer and new Nerazzurri coach Conte has made the striker a key target.After scoring twice against Scotland in Belgium’s Euro 2020 qualifier on Monday night, Lukaku spoke of his admiration for the former Chelsea boss and Italian football in general."I have two leagues which I always dreamed about which are the English league and the Serie A,” he told Sport Mediaset."So for me the Serie A is my favourite league as well - I love Italy.He added... Читать дальше...

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“It was better in Italy”: Arsenal midfielder lifts lid on struggles adapting to life in England

The Uruguay international arrived at the Emirates in a £26 million deal after an impressive spell in Serie A.However, Torreira told Uruguayan outlet Ovacion that the climate and language have been difficult obstacles to overcome amid rumours that AC Milan could offer him a chance to return to Italy and reunite with former boss Marco Giampaolo.Despite the speculation, the 23-year-old hinted that he hopes to get used to his new surroundings in the years to come."I don’t know if there are many things that I enjoy,” he said... Читать дальше...

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Hamilton quartet re-sign for next season

Mickel Miller is among four Hamilton players to re-sign with the club for next season.Academy graduates Ronan Hughes, Ross Cunningham and Shaun Want have also extended their contracts until the summer of 2020.Miller was Hamiltons top scorer last season with eight goals.Want has made 28 first-team appearances while Hughes and Cunningham have returned from loan spells with Stirling and Forfar respectively.Chairman Allan Maitland said on the clubs official website: Im glad weve been able to secure the... Читать дальше...

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Arsenal making progress in efforts to sign Saint Etienne defender - report

The centre-back has been heavily linked with a summer switch to the Emirates after impressing in Ligue 1 during the 2018/19 campaign.10Sport reports that progress is being made and the Gunners are pushing the hardest to secure the signature of the 18-year-old, who has also attracted the interest of Manchester United.The transfer could be finalised in the next few weeks, although Saint Etienne have made their requirements clear.The Ligue 1 side want a fee of around €30 million and the guarantee of... Читать дальше...

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Southampton agree deal for Moussa Djenepo

Southampton have announced an agreement to sign winger Moussa Djenepo from Standard Liege.The Mali international, 20, has agreed a four-year contract with the Premier League club, subject to the relevant paperwork being completed on July 1.Djenepo scored 11 times for Standard last season, helping them finish third in the Belgium top flight and qualify for the Europa League.We are very happy to welcome Moussa as the first new player to join our team ahead of the upcoming season, Saints manager Ralph... Читать дальше...

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Q on Manchester United’s summer rebuild

Manchester United are attempting a summer rebuild as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to put a disappointing campaign squarely in the rear-view mirror.It is now just eight weeks until the Premier League transfer window closes and Press Association Sports Simon Peach has taken a look at the clubs plans and the work required.What business do United want to get done?Executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward is looking for United to kick on next term (Martin Rickett/PA)While the search continues for a technical... Читать дальше...

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Blades defender Enda Stevens looking forward to playing at Bramall Lane again

Sheffield United defender Enda Stevens regrets his side will not be launching their first season back in the Premier League with an opening-day fixture at Bramall Lane.The Blades, who ended their 12-year top-flight exile by pipping Leeds to the Sky Bet Championships second automatic promotion place last month, will play at Bournemouth on the opening weekend of the 2019-20 campaign on August 10.Chris Wilders side then face back-to-back home games against Crystal Palace and Leicester before completing... Читать дальше...

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Bilic appointed as new West Brom boss

Slaven Bilic has been named as the new manager of West Brom, the Championship club have announced.The Baggies turned to former West Ham boss Bilic to replace Darren Moore, who was sacked in March.The 50-year-old has agreed a two-year contract with Albion, who reached the Championship play-off semi-finals last season.We're delighted to announce Slaven Bili as our new Head CoachWelcome, Slav!#SuperSlav | #WBA https://t.co/Q9xnjFzBDs West Bromwich Albion (@WBA) June 13, 2019Bilic, who has also managed his national side Croatia... Читать дальше...

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8 Copa America players looking to put themselves in the shop window for a Premier League move

Giovani Lo Celso (Argentina)Lo Celso may have only been on Real Betis’ books for a season (and most of that was as aloanee from PSG) but the indications are that the Spanish club would be willing to cash in if the price is right.Most recently a No.10 having previously been deployed in a deep-lying role, the former Rosario Central man looks set to start for his country at the Copa. Tottenham reportedly had a bid rejected last week, and they could be joined in the race by one or more of their big-six... Читать дальше...

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Forest Green refused planning permission for new all-wooden stadium

Forest Green chairman Dale Vince has expressed his disappointment after beingrefused planning permission for his clubs new 5,000-seater wooden stadium.Stroud District Council voted against the building after councillors raised concerns about the stadiums location, noise, impact on the landscape and it would not do enough to provide for the local community.Everyone at the club is extremely disappointed by the decision made by Stroud District Council last night to refuse planning permission for Eco Park. Читать дальше...

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PSG may be closing in on Matthijs de Ligt signing - report

The Netherlands international’s agent, Mino Raiola, has travelled to Paris as the Ligue 1 champions make a push to get a deal over the line, ESPN FC reports.Barcelona, Juventus and Manchester United are among the other clubs to have shown interest in the 19-year-old and reports this week said Barca were making another assault by re-opening talks with Raiola.However, PSG are believed to be close to agreeing terms over the €75 million capture of De Ligt.Raiola travelled to the French capital on Wednesday... Читать дальше...

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Gareth Bale future uncertain as Manchester United turn down chance to open talks with Real Madrid star

The Wales international is on the market this summer as the Spanish club look to raise funds for a flurry of signings after a disappointing 2018/19 campaign.Real have already splashed out on Eintracht Frankfurt striker Luka Jovic and Chelsea winger Eden Hazard, while they are also keen on United midfielder Paul Pogba.However, the Evening Standard reports that the Old Trafford club have ended their pursuit of Bale and turned down the opportunity to hold talks with the Bernabeu outfit about a potential... Читать дальше...

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Bolton administrators select preferred bidder for troubled club

The joint administrators for troubled Bolton have announced they have received a suitable offer for the club.The identity of the prospective buyer has not yet been revealed but they have proved they have significant funding available to rescue the ailing Trotters.Joint administrators David Rubin and Partners stipulated any parties interested in the club would need to prove they had at least 25million available.This test was passed by the successful bidder, who then had to submit a final offer before a deadline on Wednesday. Читать дальше...