Leeds United’s nearest promotion rivals Sheffield United have received a significant boost in their hopes of returning to Premier League football with the £10 million signing of Tom Cannon. The 22-year-old was recalled from his loan at Stoke City by parent club Everton earlier this month, sparking interest from Sheffield United and Sunderland, both of whom were looking for permanent moves. Cannon was unveiled as a Blade on Thursday, January 23 and will look to build upon his tally of nine goals from 22 league appearances so far this term when he takes to the field at Bramall Lane. “I’m…
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As deadline day approaches, Nottingham Forest understands the importance of getting their January transfer business right. The Reds are third in the Premier League and have a nine-game unbeaten streak in all competitions. They will be seeking to extend that record when they make the trip to play Bournemouth on Saturday (3pm kick-off). Head coach Nuno Espirito Santo’s squad does not require much tinkering before the window closes on February 3. With that in mind, NottinghamshireLive looks at the transfer situations that Forest will want to avoid. Stars depart. For Nuno, the summer window was as much about missed opportunities…
Alan Brazil believes Rangers did not “embarrass” themselves against Manchester United, despite their 2-1 loss on Thursday. The Gers thought they had an equaliser when Cyriel Dessers scored in the 88th minute, but Bruno Fernandes’ finish was too superb to miss. Philippe Clement’s men are presently 13th in the table, just three points below eighth place. Ray Parlour and Brazil spoke live on talkSPORT (January 24, 06:20am) on the Ibrox outfit’s performances. “Listen, we can have a go at Man United saying that it’s the worst Man United side etc but Rangers played alright didn’t they, let’s be fair, they…
Manchester City’s eye-watering January spend may have consequences not only for the rest of the Premier League, but also for Leeds United. Pep Guardiola has spent over £120 million this month alone. Alright for some. If your team is in decline, as Manchester City certainly is, it’s always helpful to have a pocketbook deeper than the Marianas Trench to fall back on. Omar Marmoush became City’s third mega-money acquisition of the summer, just hours after their Champions League dreams were dealt another severe blow in Wednesday’s defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. Marmoush, second only to Egyptian teammate Mo Salah in terms…
Latest Nottingham Forest judgment as Nuno Espirito Santo’s Reds prepare to face Bournemouth in the Premier League encounter. A late call on Callum Hudson-Odoi’s fitness could force Nottingham Forest head coach Nuno Espirito Santo to make a crucial choice this weekend. Hudson-Odoi was pulled off in the final minutes of the first half of last Sunday’s 3-2 triumph over Southampton. A groin injury forced the winger to leave just minutes after putting his club ahead 2-0. Nuno has stated that the wide man will be evaluated ahead of Saturday’s trip to Bournemouth (3pm kick-off). It may force the Portuguese to…
Chris Sutton was upset after Rio Ferdinand stated Bruno Fernandes will have it easy in the Scottish Premiership after Manchester United defeated Rangers 2-1 at Old Trafford on Thursday. After the Red Devils defeated the Glasgow giants in the UEFA Europa League on January 23, former Chelsea star Jody Morris asked Ferdinand if his former club will finish in the top three in the Premier League. The United legend, who was seething after Matthijs de Ligt had a goal disallowed, delivered a clever rejoinder, stating that Fernandes would score 112 goals a season in Scotland’s top-flight. “Bruno [Fernandes] would score…
Leeds United will sign Sevilla forward Kelechi Iheanacho during the winter transfer window, according to SCORENigeria. According to sources (23 January), the former Manchester City striker will return to English football with the Whites. It is unknown whether the Peacocks would sign the Nigerian ace on loan or permanently before the February 3 deadline. Following the purchase of Akor Adams, the La Liga club will be free to sell Iheanacho. Kelechi Iheanacho transfer boosts Leeds United’s promotion aspirations The 28-year-old was part of the Leicester City team that won promotion to the Premier League last season. While the Nigerian centre-forward’s…
Newcastle United’s contingency plan in case Alexander Isak leaves has been’revealed’. Isak’s ability is undeniable, and his performances this season have been among the greatest in the Premier League. As a result, the media considers little old Newcastle unworthy of the Swede, peddling its ‘big six’ propaganda rubbish with frequent references to the striker. Taking the 25-year-old away from St. James’ Park would require a record-breaking price. However, if any team succeeds, sporting director Paul Mitchell will face a difficult task in finding a suitable replacement. According to a new source, he is already considering another free-scoring forward. Gyokeres discovered…
Arsenal and Liverpool are expected to be in the transfer market this summer as they look for goal-scoring options. The Premier League’s title challengers are expected to have a number of mutual targets with Newcastle United forward Alexander Isak seemingly an attractive option for both clubs. Football Transfers (h/t 90min) has claimed that Liverpool are ‘leading’ Arsenal in their bid to sign Isak with the Gunners consequently shortlisting Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres as an alternative. Gyokeres and Isak will both command high prices, with the former apparently seeking for around £59 million. The Newcastle star, on the other hand,…
Nottingham Forest are looking to sign a player or two this month, with a striker being the priority during the January transfer window. Evangelos Marinakis has never hidden his desire to buy a striker. He wants Forest to secure their position in the Premier League table and qualify for the Champions League. Marinakis is likely to find European football tolerable. However, it appears that he is eager to once again demonstrate his ambition in the transfer market. Forest has been related to Matheus Cunha. He is widely regarded as the club’s top target for the upcoming transfer window, and this…