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Koundé confirms fresh agreement upon return
Barcelona’s preseason journey has taken the team to South Korea, but key contract business awaits them back in Spain. Once the squad returns to Catalonia, defender Jules Koundé is expected to formalize a new five-year commitment with the club. The news of an agreement between Koundé and Barcelona emerged recently, and the player has now…
Read MoreUnited shine brightest in summer clash
Manchester United delivered their strongest showing of preseason so far with a convincing 4–1 victory over Bournemouth. The performance was a much-needed boost, showcasing individual moments of quality and team improvement. Rasmus Højlund opened the scoring early on, mirroring his promising play from the West Ham match but this time managing to convert. The forward…
Read MoreBoardroom battles and legal setbacks shape pre-season
Crystal Palace’s off-season has been anything but straightforward, dominated by developments away from the pitch. What should have been a time of celebration following their FA Cup victory in May has instead been marked by legal disputes and ownership changes. The club’s unsuccessful attempt to retain a Europa League spot has taken center stage. Their…
Read MoreWarriors star Shane Maroodza axed by Irish club, 4 days after joining them
Warriors international Shane Maroodza has been shown the exit door by Irish First Division side Kerry FC after he was reportedly caught stealing in a supermarket. The 21-year-old defender was announced by the club as their new signing last Friday, and even featured in the 3-0 defeat to UCD the very same day. Kerry, to…
Read MoreSettling into Manchester and off-field passions
Bryan Mbeumo may thrive under the pressure of a packed stadium, but the quiet of a living room and the presence of close friends can make him hesitate – especially when there’s a piano involved. The forward, recently signed by Manchester United for £65 million, admits that performing music, even in informal settings, can make…
Read MoreEverton face uphill task in summer transfer dealings
Manager David Moyes has admitted that Everton are facing significant difficulties in securing the players they hoped to bring in during the current transfer window. Speaking ahead of a friendly against former side West Ham in the United States, Moyes explained that despite having funds available, the club is struggling to finalize negotiations. Moyes acknowledged…
Read MoreJames Trafford returns to Manchester City in record-breaking move
Goalkeeper James Trafford has completed a return to Manchester City from Burnley in what is being described as a record-setting fee for a British shot-stopper. Burnley announced the transfer as their biggest sale and stated that the total value surpasses the £30m paid by Everton for Jordan Pickford in 2017. While sources within Manchester City…
Read MoreOf Donovan Bernard, the South Africa curse and repeated misfortune
Donovan Bernard has not been lucky on South African soil. The gifted goalkeeper, one of the best in Zimbabwe, has been so unlucky as far as the Rainbow Nation is concerned. In July 2022, the soft-spoken shot-stopper packed his bags, said goodbye to his Chicken Inn teammates and left for South Africa. The reigning Goalkeeper…
Read MoreDynamos v MWOS: Father and son in make or break situations on the opposite side
Lloyd and Wisdom Mutasa, naturally, as father and son, share a common bond. Anyone who has proper eyesight and normal vision might even argue that Wisdom would easily win a Look Like Lloyd contest. What unites them is the love they have for each other, as well as their admiration for the beautiful game of…
Read MoreXhaka closing in on Stadium of Light switch
Granit Xhaka is poised to join Sunderland from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth an initial £13 million, with a further £4 million potentially payable in bonuses. The veteran midfielder, aged 32, is preparing to undergo a medical and is expected to commit to a contract lasting three years with the newly promoted Premier League…
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