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everton Have previously tried to sign Bologna’s Emil Holm and may get another chance.

The last 12 months have been disappointing for the right-back. He was loaned to Juventus in January after inconsistency in the first half of the campaign in the Rossoblu.

Things did not change in Turin, as injury concerns plagued him. He played only seven times in Serie A and is expected to return to Bologna after the Old Lady decided against a permanent deal.

sports witness Previously covered how Everton tried to sign him in January. He adopted a formal attitude but the old woman beat him at the window for a long time.

Now efforts are on to find a new club.

frustration is rising

remaining steps Report about possible outgoing from Bologna. They have failed to qualify for Europe, meaning the list is missing some important players.

As things stand, Holm is one of the more unwanted players. Bologna are confident he will return to them and his ‘agents are working’ to find a new club.

A move to the Premier League is seen as the top option. The outlet says Everton have previously tried to sign him and that option would appeal to the right-back in the summer.

Bologna are also somewhat desperate to sell. He believes the sale of Holm could reduce the need to move key players such as Jonathan Rowe or Santiago Castro, who could play a bigger role for them next season.

toffee goes risky

The last 12 months have been somewhat of an alarm bell when it comes to Holm signings. He continues to suffer from muscle injuries and is set to withdraw for the 2024/25 campaign. At that time he suffered four different injuries, which had a direct impact on his playing style.

The Sweden international is a type of full-back who was very active on the right side. He was consistently bombing forwards from deep, especially during his time at Spezia.

Now, a move would be a big risk for Everton. An initial loan deal could help the 26-year-old get back on track and prevent the Toffees from spending much up front.

brentford He is now in direct talks with Cologne star Said El Mala and his representatives about a move this summer.

Sport Bild Report The Bees’ efforts for the 19-year-old are now progressing and talks were recently planned between Brentford’s lawyers.

Brentford speaks to agents

The newspaper reports that there was a wind of departure about this last weekend. On Friday, Said Al Mala dropped his personal car at the dealership.

According to newspaper information, negotiations regarding possibly contract details with the lawyer of Brentford and the Cologne striker’s family were scheduled after that. On Sunday, El Mala posted a video of his goals for Cologne.

At that time, Brentford were already Willing to adjust your offer further. Instead of a €40m base payment and a 15% sell-on clause for the Bundesliga club, the offer is now worth €45m outright.

This includes low bonuses and a 15% sell-on fee for easily obtainable transfer fees. The possibility of early transfer is increasing day by day. The Colons are already planning what they will do with the money.

€45m transfer fee

Sporting director Thomas Kessler and coach René Wagner are teaming up with squad planner Tim Steidten to form a new team. They can reach a completely different level of talent with such a ‘huge influx of money’.

While the German club is missing its best player, they know they can be at full strength in their second year following promotion. They are financially strong; There is no gap to plug. As a result, the entire amount Brentford received from the sale could be invested in the team over the next few years.

Brentford, meanwhile, are paying a hefty price to sign one of German football’s most exciting talents. The 19-year-old sensation has scored 13 goals and three assists this season, matching elite production with a fearless big-game mentality.

He has already earned great recognition, with Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany publicly expressing his amazement at him and his athletic talent. Now Brentford are ready to secure his signature, and a deal that Bees fans should be very excited about.

Barcelona believe they are very close to signing Anthony Gordon newcastle united In the coming days.

cadena ser report There is growing belief at the Camp Nou that Gordon will be signed soon.

Barcelona’s confidence

The radio station reports that Barcelona are confident of securing a deal for Anthony Gordon in the coming days after his agent William Salthouse traveled to Barcelona today.

They explain that Salthouse traveled to Barcelona on Wednesday, following Barca director of football Deco’s visit to London over the past few days to push forward talks for the Newcastle star.

He made the trip with the aim of finalizing the final details of the operation and expediting the signing of the player.

Barcelona are now ‘almost confident’ of being able to complete the deal quickly. He is in talks with Newcastle over a €70m deal.

fits the profile

The 25-year-old’s profile appeals greatly to both the club’s sporting management and manager Hansi Flick. They both consider strengthening the wings with players ‘capable of maintaining a high rate of pressing and intensity’ a priority.

Barcelona have several reports on Anthony Gordon in this department. He highlighted the Newcastle forward’s ability to ‘repeated high-intensity efforts’. This is a key feature for any player in Flick’s system.

Barcelona also believes that Gordon can play as both a winger and a striker. This further increases his strategic importance for the team.

Negotiations have now advanced ‘very far’ and the Catalan giants are confident they will be able to sign a deal in the coming days.

They will look to move quickly to avoid potential competition from Bayern Munich.

report in germany It’s been made clear that they’re keen on Gordon too, and have been for some time. But they are hesitant to pay Newcastle’s asking price, which is not an obstacle for Barcelona.

armory Other clubs are expected to enter the market for Fabio Vieira this summer, as HSV Hamburg do not intend to exercise their €22m option to purchase him permanently.

Sport Bild covers 25 years old today And how HSV’s hopes of keeping the Arsenal midfielder permanently are dwindling.

Arsenal’s demands are very high

The newspaper reports that the club’s new sporting director Kathleen Kruger is already working behind the scenes. There are no plans for major changes in the team at this time.

HSV want to keep Fabio Vieira this summer after a successful loan from Arsenal this season. The midfielder also feels comfortable in Hamburg.

But the reality is that the German side will not exercise the €22m purchase option they negotiated with Arsenal last summer. The Gunners have paid no price to Hamburg to let him leave for less.

Instead they are hoping another club will make a higher offer for Vieira before the transfer window closes on August 31.^{scheduled tribe}. Work is being done behind the scenes to increase the interest of the remaining members of the Bundesliga.

The agency offers him around

His agency, Gestifute, is offering him to Bundesliga clubs. They are specifically targeting clubs like Bayer Leverkusen and VfB Stuttgart that are competing in European competition. He could earn more at those types of clubs, making matters even more complicated for Stuttgart.

At this time, it appears unlikely that the midfielder will return to the club this summer, despite both parties’ wishes.

It is likely that this situation will continue throughout the summer. If Arsenal cannot find other suitors willing to pay his demands, he could return to Stuttgart late on.

But for now, it appears his agents are working to drum up interest in the Bundesliga, in the hopes of getting Arsenal and a better deal for Vieira.

Barcelona sporting director Deco has flown to London to meet Joao Pedro’s agents ahead of a potential move chelsea star.

Sports report, in a special, The sporting director has flown to London to meet Brazil’s representatives amid difficulties signing Julian Alvarez.

main target is chelsea

The newspaper reports that Barcelona have already identified their main targets for the upcoming transfer window, and right now, Joao Pedro is one of the top targets.

The Chelsea man is the name that has ‘generated the most consensus’ among the club’s sporting management.

The people in charge of Camp Nou respect the Brazilians very much. The feeling is that he possesses many of the qualities Barcelona are looking for in their center forward of the future.

According to information received by Sport from ‘sources close to the player’, Deco has flown to London to meet Joao Pedro’s agents.

He could also take advantage of his stay in England to watch the FA Cup final. Joao Pedro is likely to start the game for Chelsea when they take on Manchester City at Wembley.

Barcelona is planning slowly

Reportedly, the visit has been kept ‘top secret’ within Barcelona. The Catalan giants want to move forward with ‘sufficient time and foresight’.

The economics of the deal will require calm and careful planning. A face-to-face meeting with João Pedro during his visit is ‘not out of the question’.

Barcelona’s management believes that the Brazilian fits perfectly into the current team. He is considered a modern striker, with obvious technical quality and youth. At the moment, he is the clear favorite to become Barcelona’s number nine ahead of Julian Alvarez.

They also know that getting him out of Chelsea will not be an easy task. Work will need to be done to create salary space in their squad and finalize departures before a deal can be done. But Deco’s visit to London is a clear signal of Barcelona’s intentions this summer.

Hertha BSC have ‘recently’ contacted Birmingham City striker Marvin Dakhsh about a return to Germany this summer.

BILD reports that the 2. Bundesliga side The 32-year-old man has reportedly been questioned and has spoken to his agents.

The Birmingham City striker’s agents have been contacted

The newspaper points out that RTL/NTV initially reported that the Berlin club had made an inquiry about the Birmingham striker. According to information from BILD, the German club has recently contacted representatives of Dachshund.

Their understanding is that Daksch was already a target of Hertha this season. It remains to be seen whether the transfer can take place this summer.

The striker has ten goals for Birmingham City this season and is under contract until 2028, but according to BILD, he could leave St Andrews this summer for ‘a small transfer fee’. He cost the Blues €2 million last summer, so perhaps this is the fee being considered.

Hertha would like him to help them get back to the Bundesliga. They sit third this season, but are one point behind second-place SV Elversberg, and level on points with fourth-place Paderborn.

promotion scoring campaign

Even if they get promotion, he could still be the goalscorer they need next season. If it’s another promotion race, he has experience in that too.

Dakash achieved the feat with Werder Bremen in the 2021/22 season. The striker scored 20 goals that season. Hertha would be open to a long-term partnership despite the 32-year-old.

He will be the replacement for David Kownacki, who is set to return to Werder Bremen in the summer transfer window. Hertha began pursuing Dachsch as that loan deal expired.

It remains to be seen whether the Birmingham City striker wants the move or not. The move to Birmingham last summer was his first move outside England and he may be reluctant to leave so soon. However, Hertha are in contact with their representatives regardless.

While there was a lot of criticism from the outside, especially after ‘reaching’ with the 18th overall pick for defensive tackle Caleb Banks, the Minnesota Vikings are happy with the results of their 2026 NFL Draft class. However, that doesn’t mean that the nine selections they made met all of their needs.

One noticeable absence was the fact that the Vikings did not select any wide receivers. It came as a surprise when the team let last year’s WR3, Jalen Naylor, sign with the Las Vegas Raiders. His potential replacement, last year’s third-round pick Tai Felton, had only 25 yards as a rookie.

Still, the Vikings freed up some extra cap space with the Jonathan Greenard trade, and now they’re trying to use some of it to address arguably one of their biggest needs.

According to ESPN’s NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Vikings are hosting free agent receiver Jaun Jennings for a visit from Tuesday through Wednesday. By setting up two-day meetings, it’s clear the Vikings are applying a full-court press, trying to get Jennings signed to a contract before he leaves the team facilities on Wednesday.

Jennings recorded a career-high 77 receptions for 965 yards with six touchdowns in 2024. Hoping to build on those strong numbers, the 28-year-old receiver’s numbers took off in 2025, where he recorded 55 receptions for 643 yards and a career-high nine touchdowns.

However, when he reached free agency, Jennings did not find the market he would have liked. Perhaps his asking price was a bit high.

Now that teams have addressed their most pressing needs through free agency and the draft, Jennings’ options have dried up, and they will certainly have to lower his asking price.

The 6-foot-3, 212-pound receiver should have an easy transition learning Kevin O’Connell’s offense, as he has just spent five seasons mastering Kyle Shanahan’s system. He will also add a unique element to the team’s receiver room, adding even more size to the table.

If he signs, Jennings will immediately become the team’s new No. 3 receiver, falling behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, and he will give Kyler Murray another reliable pass-catcher to target in the red zone.

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nottingham forest And wolverhampton wanderers Talks are ongoing over a summer deal for Martial Munetsi, with Vitor Pereira keen on a deal.

foot market The report adds that Munetsi’s impressive performances on loan at Paris FC have opened the door to a summer transfer.

reinvention in paris

‘After losing his way’ at Wolves Marhasal Munetsi joined Paris FC on loan in the January transfer window.

The deal has proven to be a smart deal for the French side. The 29-year-old has established himself as a key player by scoring four goals in 13 Ligue 1 games as he steered the club away from the relegation zone.

Those demonstrations have also attracted attention from outside France. According to FM sources, Nottingham Forest have identified Munetsi as a target to strengthen their midfield.

The interest appears to be coming from Vitor Pereira, who worked with the 29-year-old at Wolves. He is ‘well aware of the qualities of the player.’ The Portuguese manager is applying pressure internally to finalize the transfer.

The FM reports that the two countries are close to an agreement. Nottingham Forest have already begun discussions with the player’s representatives.

Paris FC is not giving up

However, the story may continue in Paris. According to FM information, Marshal Munetsi has already hinted He wants to stay at Paris FC this summer.

There have been no discussions with Wolves at this time. But that could change quickly as Nottingham Forest continue to make progress.

Nothing is official at the moment and the situation is likely to become clear in the coming weeks. But Nottingham Forest are in the lead at the moment, thanks to Vitor Pereira who is pressing for talks.

Of course, any transfer could depend on their Premier League status. But it seems the Portuguese boss is keen on a reunion at the City Ground this summer.

Lucas Giolito’s free agency saga has finally come to an end.

After being one of the top-rated free agents heading into the 2026 season, his offseason was relatively sparse. Despite interest from several clubs, his agents could not find a preferred number at any time in the offseason.

That changed this morning, as the San Diego Padres announced the signing of Giolito on the X. The move is a way for the Friars to strengthen their rotation after Nick Pivetta landed on the injured list for the indefinite future. He will be able to join the club around mid-May.

Giolito must be added to the roster within 25 days of his signing. Kevin Ace of the San Diego Union-Tribune reported that he would begin his season with Low-A Lake Elsinore. This is likely so the Padres’ coaching staff can evaluate him after the offseason. Giolito has stated on several occasions that he has been pitching throughout his vacation, but trainers would still like to check his stuff.

Salary implications for ascetics

It is reported that the contract is worth $3 million and is prorated. This means the Friars are only paying Giolito for the time he has spent with them (not for the portion of the season he has missed so far).

If that amount is correct, it would be a steal for San Diego. General manager AJ Preller has been overpaid in the past. Starting pitching is also at a premium in MLB, so it’s surprising to see one of the top-rated free agent pitchers at $3 million by the end of April 22nd.

Giolito has been a great back-end option for the Boston Red Sox over the past few years. This culminated in a career-best 3.41 ERA in 2025. While there was speculation that this would not last long, their underlying metrics are painting a different picture. But the Padres (and their lack of starting pitching depth) are willing to take a gamble on the right-hander.

Over the years, he has battled countless injuries that have kept him off the field. The Padres are hoping to get a full, healthy season from Giolito. If that’s the case, he’ll be considered as a depth option for the rest of 2026. It’s possible that once everyone is healthy he will stop rotating between the big and the small. But if Giolito competes well enough to earn a spot, the Friars will have no choice but to keep him.

Fenerbahçe are preparing themselves for the signing Tottenham Hotspur Midfielder Pep Matar Sarr should fire Spurs out of the Championship.

photomac There are reports that talks are already underway with the 23-year-old about a move to Turkey this summer. He was re-listed earlier this month.

Fenerbahçe’s midfield overhaul

Fotomac explains that the Istanbul giants are preparing for a significant rebuild in their midfield this summer. Important decisions have already been taken in this regard.

Fred and Ismail Yuksek have been placed on the transfer list, while the club will not activate the purchase option for Edson Alvarez from West Ham United.

This will leave many vacancies in the midfield. Pape Matar Sarr is now one of the priorities to fill that gap.

first round of talks

According to the information of Fotomac, preliminary talks have already taken place with the mediators of the Tottenham midfielder.

Fenerbahce see Pep Matar Sarr as a high-profile signing who fits the club’s long-term profile. An important factor is that Sarr is expected to leave Tottenham if the club is relegated. It is a scenario that Fenerbahçe is watching closely.

The Turkish side believes that this can reduce the obstacles to the agreement to a great extent. Club officials are preparing to move from exploratory talks to formal talks in the coming days.

Sarr is currently valued at €32 million, but Fenerbahce hope this can be significantly reduced. They are willing to spend because they value Sarr’s athleticism, ability to win the ball and carry the team forward.

Pep Mater Sarr’s key to Tottenham’s relegation

However, it all depends on Tottenham’s Premier League position. If they go down, Fenerbahçe will move quickly to try to secure a favorable deal for the midfielder.

For now, it seems they are just hanging out in the background and preparing the ground for a possible attack. Talks are already underway with the midfielder’s entourage about a possible move.

If circumstances work in their favour, it seems they would be keen to take advantage of Tottenham’s worst-case scenario to begin a summer rebuild.

San Jose Sharks phenom Maclin Celebrini capped off a season at age 19 where he broke the franchise’s single-season points record and reached milestones that were only achieved by the all-time greats. With this he can break some new records with his next contract.

In a poll of NHL agents conducted by The Athletic, Celebrini received the second-most votes to select who will be the highest-paid player in hockey by the start of the 2028–29 season.

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“Why shouldn’t Celebrini make $20 million a year? I mean, that’s a lot, but look at that kid. I guess my thing with Celebrini is I know it’s not apples to apples because Kaprizov could have become a UFA, but if you’re that, why wouldn’t I say, Kaprizov is getting it, why shouldn’t I make more than Kaprizov?”

NHL agent on Macklin Celebrini potentially getting $20M/year contract

Another survey asked agents about the future contracts of both Celebrini and fellow No. 1 overall pick Connor Bedard. While the Chicago Blackhawks star received considerable praise, the general consensus was that Celebrini is on a “very different level” than Bedard.

An agent suggested that Celebrini’s eventual extension with San Jose would be in the range of $10 to $17 million per season. If the 19-year-old were to sign a short-term deal, it would most likely be somewhere between $10-12 million. If he wants long-term security and a long-term commitment to the club, that figure could reach more than $17 million.

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“He’s going to get a big deal, and they’re going to have to pay him. What Celebrini is doing in San Jose is incredible. It’s happening at a slower pace with other contracts being so big. This is going to take him to another level, which will reshape the way teams squeeze in their high-level guys.”

Undisclosed NHL agent on potential Macklin Celebrini contract extension (via The Athletic)

Celebrini is eligible to sign a contract extension with the Sharks on July 1. During his record-breaking season, in which he set multiple single-season franchise marks and joined the record books of legends like Wayne Gretzky and Sidney Crosby, the team was relatively quiet on a potential long-term deal.

However, Sharks general manager Mike Grier joked with reporters when asked about the matter earlier this season, saying “We probably wouldn’t try to sign him.”

For now, according to PuckPedia.com, Celebrini is under contract for next season with an $877,500 base salary with a $975,000 cap hit and performance bonuses of up to $3.5 million. While he is eligible for restricted free agency as a 21-year-old after the 2026-27 season, he will likely have a new deal with San Jose before 2027.

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Manchester United have joined Arsenal and other clubs in the pursuit of Bayern Munich’s Leon Goretzka.

The 31-year-old’s contract expires in June and he has confirmed his decision to leave Bayern Munich after this season.

His contract status and experience make him an attractive option for Manchester United, Arsenal and other clubs in the market.

Despite his decision to leave, Vincent Kompany continues to trust the midfielder, who has made 37 appearances so far this season.

His Bundesliga statistics per game are as follows:

• Intercept: 0.9
• Tackle: 0.8
• Possession won (final third): 0.3
• Recovered balls: 3.1
• Clearance: 1.3
• Duel won: 2.6

Last month, Sports Witness broadcast news That the Gunners and their north London rivals, Tottenham Hotspur, are pursuing him.

Manchester United will face Arsenal

gazzetta dello sport Now cover the latest on Manchester United, Arsenal and Serie A’s interest in Leon Goretzka.

Italian clubs have a greater tendency to focus on free agents and this is also the case with the Bayern Munich star.

AC Milan, Juventus and Inter Milan are all keen on the Germany international. Last week, Sports Witness Covered claims from Italy That he would favor going to the Emirates.

Despite this and despite Inter Milan negotiating with his agent, Milan sporting director Igli Tare refused to give up.

Gazzetta have now taken notice of him and reported Manchester United have entered the pursuit of the player.

Both the Red Devils and Arsenal have ‘already made moves for the free agent’ and will battle for his signature in the summer. Juve, Milan and Inter Milan are also keen.

Goretzka earns €9m per year and requires at least €7m annually from his next club. All Italian clubs are willing to offer him a three-year deal, but wage demands have put him out of reach.

This would benefit Manchester United and Arsenal, who could fight for his signature after this season.

Manchester United should prioritize midfield signings

Michael Carrick has Casemiro, Coby Manu, Manuel Ugarte and Mason Mount as midfielders. The manager has shifted Bruno Fernandes into his preferred role as an attacking midfielder.

Casemiro has announced his decision to leave Old Trafford after this season. Ugarte, who has struggled for regular minutes, could also be gone. Even if he has to stay, Manchester United will need to bring in a new midfielder in the summer.

Leon Goretzka could replace Casemiro, while the Red Devils could make a big investment in another young midfielder.

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➡️The formula confirms this @Kaus_Pandey17 There is interest from Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United
➕ Defender tempted to move to Premier League
➡️ Summer decision will depend on the proposed projecthttps://t.co/2VZ2ljcDv7 #afc #lfc #afc

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Andres Santos has been one of the shining lights of Chelsea’s disappointing season so far. Now the demand for midfielders is increasing rapidly in Italy.

A few days ago, we covered the claims fcinternews Inter Milan are keeping a close eye on the Brazilian. It happened while Nerazzurri sporting director Piero Ausilio was in London during the last Champions League round.

He took a closer look at the Chelsea player, seeing the scouting mission as a sign of early interest.

today’s tuttosport Goes one step further and adds some details regarding Inter Milan’s interest in the Brazilian.

Chelsea player contacted

Ausilio’s trip to London has been hailed as a ‘blitz’ by the newspapers, who are already getting excited about Andre Santos.

The 21-year-old is believed to have been a target of the Serie A league leaders since last summer. Initially, Inter Milan were pursuing AS Roma’s Manu Kone, who ultimately remained in the Italian capital.

This prompted Ausilio and his company to ask Chelsea about Andre Santos, who was returning from his loan at Strasbourg at the time. Enzo Maresca was keen on the midfielder and the Blues rejected Inter’s approach.

Beppe Marotta’s club have signed Andy Diouf, who has not performed well in Serie A. Furthermore, Inter is going to lose Hakan Calhanoglu in the summer. David Fratesi’s future is in doubt and Henrikh Mkhitaryan is approaching 40.

That’s why Andre Santos’ agents, Kia Joorabchian and Giuliano Bertolucci, were contacted last week. This was done to reiterate his respect for the player, who had recently rejected a move to Saudi Arabia. He is now seen as the ‘June signing’ from Christian Chivu’s side.

Inter move could provide stability to Chelsea player

At the moment, it’s fair to say that Inter Milan have more direction than the Blues. The London team feels like a corporate build rather than an entity created with a football project in mind. Inter have a stable identity that regularly brings in more players.

This will help young players like Andre Santos, who can also become a starter for the Nerazzurri. He can also play multiple roles in a midfield three, which could give him more playing time under Chivu.

Joorabchian is generally very active in Italy and could potentially push a deal forward.

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Many of the top NFL free agents have been off the board this offseason, with the remaining starters either on the wrong side of 30 or still available due to team concerns. However, there are still plenty of options in NFL free agency for clubs looking for a rotational piece or a solid start to the upcoming season.

With that in mind, let’s take a look at our latest round of NFL free agency predictions focusing on the landing spots for the remaining top defensive players.

AJ Epenesa, edge rusher: Detroit Lions

A former second-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, AJ Epenesa is now entering his 28-year-old season and has proven to be a quality rotational edge defender. He played 434 defensive snaps for the Buffalo Bills last season, recording 2.5 sacks with 9 quarterback hits. The strength he brings at 6-foot-6 could prove useful to the Detroit Lions, who are still in the market for pass-rushing help. Epenesa may see a higher percentage of snaps early in the season opposite Aiden Hutchinson, while an edge rusher selected on the second day of the 2026 NFL Draft is slowly brought along and eventually plays a higher percentage of snaps for Detroit when the time is right.

Cameron Jordan, edge rusher: Chicago Bears

It would certainly seem strange to see Cameron Jordan not playing for the New Orleans Saints in 2026, but it seems certain to happen. Heading into his age-37 season, Jordan is certainly nowhere near the caliber of defensive disruptor he used to be, and his snaps need to be limited to maintain his effectiveness. However, it’s still worth keeping in mind that he recorded 10.5 sacks and 22 pressures last season. What matters most is a reunion with his longtime defensive coordinator Dennis Allen, who will know how to get the most out of him in a rotational role. Plus, it gives the Chicago Bears a little more pass-rushing depth on the defensive line and gives Jordan a chance to finish his career with a Super Bowl contender.

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Bobby Wagner, linebacker: Buffalo Bills

Linebacker Bobby Wagner, a 10-time Pro Bowl selection, is still just two seasons away from earning second-team All-Pro honors. He also had 8 tackles for loss and 79 solo tackles last season, although he has proven to be a liability in coverage. There may be an opportunity here for Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott. Buffalo could take advantage of Wagner’s tendencies as a run defender, as he has proven to be one of the best off-ball linebackers in football against the run. Additionally, he could be an excellent mentor for any young linebackers added to the team this year.

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Rasoul Douglas, cornerback: Kansas City Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs cornerback room is undergoing a massive overhaul this offseason. As much as we trust the front office and defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo at this position, depth and proven players don’t hurt. Rasoul Douglas really stood out with the Miami Dolphins last season, allowing only a 54.5 percent completion rate and 73.0 passer rating when targeted in coverage. With how thin Kansas City is at cornerback now, it could be beneficial to keep at least one viable starter as there is going to be a lot of inexperience in that room this fall.

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Joey Bosa, edge rusher: San Francisco 49ers

It always felt like Nick Bosa would eventually be teammates with his brother, Joey Bosa, rather than when. Now the time seems absolutely right. The San Francisco 49ers need more pass-rushing depth next season with Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams recovering from season-ending injuries. Joey Bosa has his durability concerns, but he played in 15 games in Buffalo last season and had 16 QB hits with 5 sacks. Bringing him in would make the Knicks happy and would improve San Francisco’s pass-rushing depth; It’s a win-win.

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It’s been an eventful 2026 NFL offseason so far, and we’re still only a few weeks away from making some of the biggest moves. Many of the top NFL free agents are now off the board, but there are still some impactful starters and key contributors who could sign with clubs in the next few days.

With that in mind, let’s take a look at our NFL free agency predictions for the top offensive players heading into the weekend. We will make a defensive list on Saturday.

Kirk Cousins, quarterback: Las Vegas Raiders

One of the most common NFL comparisons for quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who will be selected by the Las Vegas Raiders with the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, is Kirk Cousins. While this may not sound as appealing, let’s remember that Cousins ​​has a career 96.8 passer rating and is likely to reach 45,000 career passing yards with 300 passing touchdowns in 2026. That also fits the Las Vegas look. The Raiders want an experienced quarterback who can mentor Mendoza during his rookie season and serve as the starting quarterback temporarily. Cousins ​​could start the first few games while Mendoza gets a better feel for Clint Kubiak’s playbook and adjusts to playing under center, and then take over in October.

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Aaron Rodgers, QB: Pittsburgh Steelers

Everything the Pittsburgh Steelers have said publicly, combined with reports about the front office’s thinking, points to one thing: Aaron Rodgers is coming back for the 2026 NFL season. Even the Michael Pittman Jr. trade, acquiring a receiver who excels at creating quick separation and getting open early, hints at a plan to help a future Hall of Famer at quarterback. We don’t think Rodgers will sign until around June, but we strongly believe he will be the Steelers’ starting quarterback in 2026.

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Stefon Diggs, wide receiver: Baltimore Ravens

The off-field concerns surrounding Stefon Diggs have a lot to do with how quiet his market is in NFL free agency. That said, he still put up 1,013 receiving yards on 85 receptions in his first full season last season after suffering an ACL tear. It will be a bit of a gamble for first-year head coach Jesse Minter, but the Baltimore Ravens have proven they are willing to take some non-medical risks. Diggs could be a complementary receiving threat to pair with Zay Flowers, giving Lamar Jackson a better receiving corps in his first year with new play-caller Declan Doyle.

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Jaouan Jennings, wide receiver: Tennessee Titans

In previous NFL free agency predictions, we have seen Juwan Jennings landing with the Seattle Seahawks or Washington Commanders. However, Seattle has re-signed Rashid Shahid and Commanders general manager Adam Peters is focusing more on Brandon Aiyuk after he was released. This makes the Tennessee Titans the best fit for Jennings. The 6-foot-3 wideout offers a skill set that’s very different from free-agent signing Wan’Dale Robinson, as he can be a red-zone weapon whose size also makes him an effective target on third downs. The move will be about providing quarterback Cam Ward with a variety of pass-catching options in Brian Daboll’s offense. Plus, if Tennessee drafts Jeremiah Love, Jennings is a willing blocker.

Rasheed Walker, offensive tackle: Cleveland Browns

The Cleveland Browns have addressed right tackle (Tytus Howard), center (Elgton Jenkins) and guard (Zion Johnson and Teven Jenkins) this offseason. That still leaves a glaring hole at left tackle. Luckily for Cleveland, there isn’t much left on the market for Rasheed Walker. He has been the best offensive tackle available since the beginning of NFL free agency, but his contract demands remain an issue. We think he’ll sign a one-year deal worth over $20 million to play left tackle for Cleveland. This fills a need for the Browns, giving them flexibility heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, while also allowing Walker to test the market again next season.

David Njoku, tight end: Philadelphia Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles gave themselves a little more time to decide on Dallas Goedert’s future with the club, but parting still appears to be the most likely outcome. What became clear last season was that this offense needs more help at the last minute, so it should come through both the NFL Draft and free agency. After spending nine years in Cleveland, Njoku likely wants to play for a Super Bowl contender with a quarterback he trusts to get him the football. With a defense focused on stopping Saquon Barkley, Devonta Smith and AJ Brown, as well as the athleticism of Jalen Hurts, Njoku could get plenty of open looks in Philadelphia.

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Juventus’s Cheffren Thuram has become one of the best midfielders in Serie A over the past two seasons. Manchester United, Liverpool and Aston Villa are now focusing on his situation in Italy.

The Red Devils’ interest was covered exclusively sports witness Over the weekend.

Calciomercato IT believed Juve were rushing to tie down the Frenchman to a new contract. There was also interest from Inter Milan, who are looking for a big midfield signing in the summer.

Given Thuram’s rise in Serie A since arriving from Nice, all of this really comes as no surprise.

today’s tuttosport The forward looks to mention Manchester United, Liverpool and Aston Villa as potential suitors.

Aston Villa, Liverpool and Man United will have to run

The Turin newspaper began the report citing agent Misa N’Diaye, who represents not only Thuram but also another Juve player in Jeremy Boga. The attacker joined on loan in January and they are looking to sign him permanently.

The article believes that N’Diaye will be very important for the Bianconeri in the summer. His operation could also determine Thuram’s future at Juventus after the season.

Sirens are coming from Manchester United, Liverpool and Aston Villa for the 24-year-old. Juve, meanwhile, have taken evasive action and have already spoken to N’Diaye about a renewal.

Preliminary talks have taken place, with the Old Lady willing to guarantee Thuram a big pay upgrade. He currently earns €2.4m per season and with progress, the new deal could net him more than €4m per season.

The France international is seen as ‘untouchable’ property by the Italian side. That’s one reason why there is growing concern about tying him down and beating Premier League clubs to a renewal.

Our opinion on Khefren Thuram’s situation at Juventus

Khefren Thuram is probably one of the most recognizable faces in Serie A. He is of great value to the Bianconeri at a time when Juve are looking for such players in a period of instability.

He has developed into a very reliable ball-carrying asset in the midfield. He would add a lot to any club – even Manchester United, Liverpool or Aston Villa. But it seems that the point of interest to English clubs is the agent matter.

The Tuttosport report seems like a way to promote the midfielder’s agent and the good work he is doing for Juve.

NFL free agency begins March 11^thThere is a lot of curiosity as to how the New York Giants will approach free agency under head coach John Harbaugh.

The Giants’ top free agents are receiver Wan’Dale Robinson, right tackle Jermaine Eluemunor and corner Cor’Dell Floet. All three are at the top of their respective positions on the free agency market and will draw attention across the league.

The team has interest in trying to re-sign each player, but with $14.2 million in cap space according to Over the Cap after cutting Bobby Okereke, James Hudson and restructuring Devin Singletary’s contract, that’s not a realistic possibility. Here are our predictions for the landing spots for New York’s top three free agents.

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van’dale robinson

Robinson is coming off the best season of his four-year career as he had career highs in receptions (92), receiving yards (1,014) and receiving touchdowns with four. When Malik Nabors was lost for the season due to a torn ACL in Week 4, Robinson was the only reliable wideout that Jackson Dart had to throw to.

The twenty-five-year-old wideout has established himself as one of the best slot receivers in the league, and it is expected that he will want a contract that will pay him $16-18 million annually. This may be more than New York is willing to pay the 5’8 185-pound receiver, especially since he is limited outside in numbers.

Additionally, former Giants head coach Brian Daboll, now the offensive coordinator with the Tennessee Titans, would love to reunite with Robinson and help him develop quarterback Cam Ward. The Titans have more than $92 million in cap space and can pay Robinson whatever they want.

Prediction: Robinson signs with Tennessee Titans

german elyumunor

Elyumunor spent the last two seasons with Big Blue and started 31 games. The 31-year-old right tackle has been solid in pass protection as he had a PFF pass blocking grade of 76.7, and he helped the Giants finish fifth in the league at 129 yards per game.

Elyumunor considers himself one of the best right tackles in the league, and the above-average offensive tackle could be worth $13 to $17 million annually. If he and his agent are willing to settle for the low end of that range, there’s a good chance he’ll return to the team.

What bodes well for his return is that head coach John Harbaugh was the head coach in Baltimore when the Ravens drafted him with the 159th overall selection in the 2017 NFL Draft. Ensuring that Jackson Dart remains upright is a priority for the club, and Elyumunor has shown he can help achieve this.

Prediction: Elyumunor re-signs with Giants

Kor’Del Mahan

After being a part-time starter his first three seasons, Flott emerged as a full-time starter and started all 14 games in which he appeared. In 2025, he had 38 tackles, a career-high 11 passes defensed, and one interception.

The 24-year-old corner will look to maximize his earning potential while still in the prime of his career, but this is a deep free agency pool at cornerback. With many corners on the market, this could hurt his value, especially since he has never thrown more than one interception in a season. His small frame at 6’2, 175 pounds has raised concerns about whether he will fit the physical style that New York expects to play under new defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson.

The Giants are weak, especially as Deonte Banks has been a huge disappointment in his three years with the team. So, unless another team breaks the bank to pay the float, he should come back to the team.

Prediction: Flott re-signs with the Giants

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Dominic Szoboszlai’s agents have been forced to respond after the Liverpool star was left somewhat insulted by a TV star in Hungary.

Blick clarify the situation todayAnd how Szoboszlai’s agents have taken steps to play down ‘completely baseless’ claims about the 25-year-old.

For those who don’t know, the Liverpool midfielder is the star man in his native Hungary. He is considered the leading player of the national team, their captain, and the Hungarian David Beckham.

In fact, the recent revelation of his new hairstyle sparked newspaper articles. He is so popular. It’s even been said that they should consider leaving liverpool To help their image.

Hungary’s popularity

This means that he is also the main target of attention, especially when it comes to autographs. Radio 1 presenter Balazs Sebastian is one such autograph seeker.

He is a popular TV show personality and producer in Hungary, as well as working on various radio shows. In one of his shows famous people are reading a page from an interview with the son of former Sicilian Mafia leader Salvo Riina.

The show’s guests then advise another star to continue reading. A recent guest, Patty Merricks, suggested that Szoboszlai should be next. Sebastian rejected this and claimed that the Liverpool star does not like him.

“We had a recommendation for Szoboszlai, but it didn’t pan out. We’re always open to him, but we’re knocking on closed doors.” He said.

It comes after he previously claimed the Liverpool star doesn’t like him. Sebastian was critical of Hungarian football, claiming that Szoboszlai took it personally. Not only this, he even refused to give autograph to that person.

“He didn’t sign it, but I understand it was for me,” Sebastian explained.

“I really like Dominic, but he doesn’t like me. I don’t have a very high opinion of Hungarian football and have been criticizing football since Dominic was not playing for Liverpool. But he took it badly.”

The Liverpool star’s agent wants to resolve the matter. And as far as they are concerned, these claims by TV personalities are baseless.

“Neither Dominic nor our agency wish to comment on the above, as we have not previously done so, as the above statements are completely unfounded.” He responded when asked by Blick.

liverpool focus

Szoboszlai, for his part, clearly does not want to get involved. But he also does not want anyone to make false claims about his personality.

His focus, at least as far as Liverpool are concerned, should be elsewhere anyway. The Reds now find themselves firmly in the Champions League battle after defeat by Wolves this week.

That leaves Arne Slott’s side in sixth place, three points outside the top four and with Brentford perhaps looking four points off their shoulders in seventh.

The Reds need to focus, and quickly, and can surely do so without dragging star men like Szoboszlai into unnecessary drama in Hungary. Perhaps that is why his agents have now intervened.

Liverpool and Newcastle United continue to monitor Palmeiras midfielder Allan, but the Brazilian’s latest comments reinforce how difficult a deal currently looks.

speaking live at espn brazilJournalist André Hernán provided new context around the situation. While European interest remains strong, the situation inside Palmeiras has not changed.

union don’t want to sell Now 21 years old. In fact, this decision goes beyond the usual club stance. Hernán reported that president Leila Pereira personally does not want Allan to be sold, as Palmeiras prioritizes competing for major titles this season.

This approach is in line with previous reports indicating that Palmeiras have rejected significant European approaches for the attacking midfielder.

President’s stance shaping Allen transfer strategy

Hernán explained that Palmeiras see Allan as a major sporting asset rather than a player, which they should immediately take advantage of.

According to the journalist, the internal thinking of the club is simple. He wants the midfielder to perform on the pitch as Palmeiras attempts to reclaim major trophies. Allen is already a regular starter and an important part of the team.

As a result, the Board sees no reason to rush into negotiations.

This stance also explains why a previous offer from Napoli was around €35m (£30m) Was rejected earlier this year. This figure was already significant for a player of Allan’s age, yet it did not persuade Palmeiras to change his position.

Liverpool and Newcastle United exploring alternative routes

With Palmeiras closing the door to immediate talks, European clubs are trying a different strategy.

Hernán revealed that several parties have contacted the player’s representatives to understand the terms of a potential future deal. newcastle And liverpoolAs we know, there are.

The idea would be to first align with the player’s camp. From there, the club could Attempt to work out an agreement Allen has now been allowed to remain in Brazil until a later date.

This approach has become increasingly common in South American transfers. A similar framework was used when players such as Andrique and Estévão agreed moves before ultimately leaving Brazil.

Market value debate around Allen

After the Palmeiras match last night, the local Journalist Marcelo Bechler Offered a slightly different perspective on Allen’s current moment.

He argued that a midfielder’s market value is largely linked to his ability rather than his immediate performance. In Bechtler’s view, Palmeiras could still achieve major sales in the future, but the player has not been performing at his highest level recently.

Bechler said: “Soon you may be able to make a big sale based on this player. If he is very valuable, it is because he has a lot of potential. But at the moment he is performing poorly compared to his competitors. Mauricio [another Palmeiras midfielder] “Played better than Allen the last few weeks.”

He continued: “Alan performed very well last year. He looks a player with a really good future. But I don’t think he should play, no matter what. The idea can’t be that he should play just because one day the club can sell him for €40m or €50m.”

Bechler also suggested that playing time should be based on performance rather than market considerations.

he adds: “I think it would be false logic if the manager sees it that way. In recent weeks he has not been at his level and not at the level of some of his teammates.”

price may keep rising

The main takeaway from Hernán’s update is that the challenge for European clubs is not recognizing Allan’s potential. The challenge is to persuade Palmeiras to start negotiations.

If €35 million (£30 million) wasn’t enough, even a €40 million package may struggle to turn the Brazilian club’s stance depending on the timing. transfer market Keep the price at €15m.

For Liverpool and Newcastle, that probably means patience. Palmeiras have the leverage, and appear willing to wait before considering any sale.

West Ham United and Leeds United are among the clubs to sign Soufiane El Karouni from FC Utrecht.

is according to Africa FootJoe covers the latest on West Ham and Leeds United and the left-back’s future plans.

The Morocco international has less than six months left on his contract and is unlikely to sign an extension.

West Ham and Leeds United in battle

His contract situation makes him an attractive option for a number of clubs, such as West Ham and Leeds United, who are ‘keen to secure a strategic signing’.

sports witness Dutch claims covered Nuno Espirito Santo’s side have shown interest in the 25-year-old for the winter market. Even two months ago he hailed the hammers as a “great club”, but the move never materialized in January.

West Ham continue their pursuit of a fullback and have joined the side for Daniel Farke and others. Recent claims of interest from Marseille have been reported elsewhere, but this has been dismissed by a source close to the player.

‘There was never any concrete proposal or serious financial discussion. If this were the case, the player could sign a pre-contract, which has never been contemplated so far.’ a source told Africa Foot.

Hammers are more serious than whites

The outlet says there are multiple agents [likely intermediaries] El Karouni has been informed of the interest of West Ham, Leeds United, Fenerbahçe, Besiktas, VfL Wolfsburg and FC Porto.

Of these clubs, Africa Foot points out that West Ham and the Yellow Canaries appear to be the ‘most serious’ clubs. The report adds that other clubs, including the Whites, could make progress in the coming months.

In short, defenders have a number of options to choose from when deciding their next club. He will make a decision at the end of the season after evaluating all the proposals and projects. Africa Foot has learned about this from the Moroccan team.

‘Sofian is in no hurry. ‘He will wait for the summer transfer window to calmly analyze the offers and choose the most suitable project for the next stage of his career.’ A source close to his party said.

El Karouni operated only as a left-back this season and scored three goals and 16 assists in 38 matches for FC Utrecht.

Earlier this week, sports witness Covered BILD’s claims about Tottenham’s interest in Leon Goretzka.

Igor Tudor’s side are said to be competing with Arsenal for the German, whose contract at Bayern Munich expires in the summer.

The newspaper is convinced that the midfielder has decided to leave Bavaria after a period of eight years.

His stance regarding the future club was not clear, but now information is emerging from Italy about his priorities and demands.

Tottenham can get a big benefit

interest The report regarding the Germany international, makes it clear that Inter Milan are also interested in Goretzka.

Their work will not be easy. The main reason for this is the 31-year-old’s wages, as he demands €9m per season. Inter cannot afford it and only clubs from the United States and Saudi Arabia will pay.

For now, Goretzka is keen to stay in Europe. This could prove crucial for Tottenham, who are also mentioned as suitors. There is also interest from Manchester United, AC Milan and Galatasaray, with the player awaiting a final decision on his next club.

The outlet is confident that the former Schalke player will leave Bayern Munich.

Tottenham may not need Goretzka

At the moment, Tottenham need technically skilled midfielders who can attack. They went the wrong way in January and signed Conor Gallagher, despite their strength being in the final third.

Goretzka is exactly the same. He has never been a technical outlet and his best performances have come as a receiver around the box.

This makes him a player that Tottenham cannot do without. Apart from this, he will also get a huge salary. Spurs may be able to afford him but he won’t meet the price, especially if he plays deeper. He is 29 years old and this too would only be a short-term option.

So the London club should be wary of this move and let other clubs take the lead.