southampton Bayern Munich are on the verge of buying goalkeeper Daniel Peretz.

The Israel international joined the Bundesliga winners in 2024 and has not enjoyed regular game time.

The previous summer, he joined Hamburg SV on loan but his situation did not improve. Therefore, Bayern Munich cut the stopper’s stay short and sent him on loan to Southampton in the winter market.

The 25-year-old has excelled under Tonda Eckert, keeping nine clean sheets and conceding 24 goals in 26 matches. He played a role in helping the Saints finish fourth and qualify for the Championship playoffs.

However, the English club was expelled due to the spying scandal and would play in the second division the following season.

Two weeks ago, Sports Witness Covered claims from Germany That the spy gate will have an impact on the goalkeeper’s future. it came months later Peretz said He would be happy to extend his stay with Eckert.

Spy gate has no impact on Southampton move

Sky Deutschland taken now xFormerly known as Twitter, to refute Germany’s recent claim.

Sky claim it is their exclusive case that Southampton reached a ‘complete agreement’ with Bayern Munich to buy Daniel Peretz.

The goalkeeper’s excellent relationship with manager Tonda Eckert appears to have been a key factor in his decision.

Vincent Kompany’s side will earn around €7.5-8m from his sale to Southampton. There is no clarity on whether this is the total fee or just the fixed fee.

The parties are now sorting out the minor details and this is the only deal left. There should be no delay as the report states that an official announcement is ‘expected soon’.

With this, the Saints secured their first-choice goalkeeper for the next season. Sky has made no mention of the details of its contract or individual terms.

Deal beneficial to all parties

Daniel Peretz’s permanent transfer from Bayern Munich to Southampton is a win-win for all parties.

The move helps Saints secure their number 1 and allow him to enjoy regular games at St Mary’s. Bayern Munich, on the other hand, will collect €7.5-8m for a player who had no future at the Allianz Arena.

nottingham forest Owner Evangelos Marinakis has emerged as a surprise figure in the increasingly chaotic battle for control of Botafogo. This is according to reports from Brazil.

The development comes just weeks after former owner John Textor was removed from control of the Brazilian club following a financial collapse. The collapse left Botafogo reportedly billions of Brazilian reais in debt.

Now, Marinakis has entered the picture with Iranian businesswoman Kia Joorabchian. He has made an official offer to acquire 90% of the club’s shares.

The proposal was reportedly presented on Monday and it immediately became one of the biggest talking points in Brazilian football. However, the bid appears to be more than a straight-up takeover attempt.

Marinakis and Texter links remain strong

according to EarthThere is widespread belief within Botafogo that the proposal is linked to Textor’s efforts. These efforts are focused on regaining influence at the club.

Although the American businessman is not formally part of the bid, his ties to Marinakis have become increasingly visible. This has happened in recent months.

The pair had previously explored the possibility of working together on the Botafogo deal and remained close despite those talks failing to reach an agreement.

Last month, they were spotted together watching Rio Ave Sporting match in Portugal. Their relationship had already developed through the two businessmen’s dealings with clubs involved in football operations.

The relationship is notable given the existing relationship between Nottingham Forest and Botafogo during Textor’s time in charge.

The two clubs completed a number of deals, with both organizations operating within a closely linked football network.

Some of those transactions later came under investigation in Brazil. As Botafogo’s financial problems became more visible questions were raised about the movement of players and assets between clubs linked to Textor and Marinakis.

Although no wrongdoing has been established, the background adds another layer to the latest proposal.

Textor has since said publicly that he would support the Marinakis-Joorabchian proposal if it reached a vote. Furthermore, he claims that he still controls 90% of Botafogo’s shares.

Earlier this year, he also presented his proposal to re-acquire the club, although that bid is believed to have not received significant support.

Familiar name connects to forest owner

Kia Joorabchian is a familiar figure in English football circles. He spent years as one of the most influential arbitrators in the Premier League. At various points, he was considered particularly close to both Arsenal and West Ham.

Their involvement gives the proposed takeover an even stronger Premier League flavour.

Despite the attention generated by Marinakis and Joorabchian’s proposal, the pair are not currently seen as favourites.

Mexican businessman Gabriel de Alba and investment group GDA Luma remain the top contenders to take control of Botafogo, the report said. Discussions between club officials and De Alba are said to take place almost daily.

Meanwhile, Mastercom Capital is attempting to get back into contention after previously submitting a £22m (€26m) bid. The investment fund is reportedly preparing an improved offer backed by strong financial guarantees.

As things stand, Marinakis has entered one of the most important ownership battles in South American football.

However, their participation further solidifies their growing presence in Brazil. It also adds another chapter to his increasingly close relationship with John Texter.

Radu Dragusin’s tottenham For the past year or so, the future has been in constant doubt. This heat may eventually lead to her passing out.

sports witness AS Roma’s interest in the defender was covered in the January transfer window. Despite the Giallorossi’s desperation to get a deal done to the finish line, nothing was achieved.

Dear remains Unhappy with his playing time at Tottenham, playing just one minute in the last five league games.

He started a number of games earlier this year but that was largely due to the absence of Micky Van de Ven and Cristian Romero.

As frustration grows, his team is actively working to secure a transfer for him this summer.

Three clubs were contacted

IT migration market Report that those around the centre-back have been working for several months to help Dragusin find a new club.

Contact has been established with Inter Milan, AC Milan and Roma being the only three clubs interested in the Romania international. They are all keen to strengthen their backline and this could help the defenders create moves.

The 24-year-old’s contract with Tottenham could complicate matters. His current deal only expires in the summer of 2030, making it difficult for Italian clubs to sign him on a permanent deal for financial reasons.

However, Spurs may still receive an initial loan offer with an obligation to buy or a conditional obligation. This differs from the situation in January, when Roma did not extend the option to buy in the loan deal.

Dragusin’s priority is to find regular playing time and this will determine the club he will go to.

Our opinion: Serie A move may not suit Spurs

Although the report is convincing, Italian clubs ideally would not offer Dragusin a loan with an obligation to buy. He proved himself at Genoa but there are enough reasons to doubt his fitness in recent months.

The finances of this move may also not be in their favor. That’s why Tottenham would ideally like to see a German club make a move for him.

RB Leipzig’s interest has been mentioned before and could be the ideal destination. The Bundesliga club is in a better position financially than Roma, Inter or Milan. This would help Tottenham land the player before the summer window.

last September, crystal Palace Signed Cristante Uche from Getafe on loan with a conditional obligation to buy.

Nigeria international AD joined La Liga from Ceuta FC in 2024.

ceuta president luhay hamido confirmed Crystal Palace will have to make his stay permanent in September if he makes 10 starts.

However, Oliver Glasner has not used the striker regularly this season and has given him only 478 minutes in 22 matches in all competitions, resulting in two goals and one assist.

This included three starts, two of which were in the UEFA Conference League and the other in the FA Cup. This allows the Eagles to either buy him or send him back to his parent club.

On April 30, Khel Witness Covered claims from Spain That Crystal Palace have decided not to extend his stay.

The purchase obligation was approximately €20m and Getafe saw an exit in the form of a sale to balance their books. However, his return would pose a problem for their salary cap.

Getafe is preparing for the return of the Crystal Palace man

DAZN in Spain spoke to Getafe sporting director Tony Munoz on some topics Mark Has released his comments.

He asked the official whether Crystal Palace had informed him of anything on Kristantas Uche.

He said: “It is assumed because the player has not completed his objective [of matches] And it’s clear he’s coming back.”

Although a final decision has not been made by the Premier League side, Getafe are taking the 22-year-old’s return lightly.

What next for the striker and Crystal Palace?

Munoz and Getafe president Angel Torres will have to find a solution for the Nigerian after this season.

two months ago, Torres said In the next window there is a proposal to go to the frontman again.

“He has offers from other countries, not from the Premier League, and he has to make a decision. Either that, or he returns; he has three years left on his contract,” Torres explained.

“If we can’t sell him I’d be happy to have him come back, but if we can’t sell him, we’ll have to sell to others.”

transfer market Uche, who is under contract at Getafe until 2028, is valued at €15 million. The Spanish club would like to sell him for more than €9m to solve the salary cap problem.

Crystal Palace, for its part, is already considering options in the market. On Monday, Sports Witness broadcast news A.J. Because of his interest in Auxerre’s Lacien Sinaiko.

John Solís left Verona to join Birmingham City on a loan deal in the winter market.

Earlier this year, Sport Witness Covered claims from Spain The Blues will pay €500k as a loan fee. Birmingham City also has an €8m purchase obligation attached to set terms.

Last month, the 21-year-old revealed he turned down several clubs to join Chris Davis’ team. He insisted that it was possible to extend his stay in St. Andrews, while not closing the door on retiring to Verona.

That time, He said: : “Chances are I’ll stay; it’s a loan with an option to buy. So far, I feel pretty good. Likely to stay, but also likely to go back.”

The Colombia international has played 1,083 minutes in 16 appearances for Birmingham City so far, 15 in the league.

His championship statistics are as follows:

• Appearances: 15
• Start: 11
• Total minutes: 969
• Minutes per game: 65

Birmingham City want to keep Solis

infobae Colombia will now be given the latest information on the player’s future after this season under the ownership of Aragon.

John Solis has not performed well for the La Liga side, especially this season, having played 531 minutes in 14 matches. His decision to go to England has improved his situation.

Although he made only a few appearances, Birmingham City believe his performances exceeded expectations. This will convince them to use the stream to buy it.

There is no confirmation on the terms yet, but ‘everything indicates’ that these terms have been practically met. In other words, the English club will have to pay La Liga €8m.

The Blues are pleased with his performances while the South American is still far from showing his full potential. His plans are not just for the present but he sees them as part of his medium and long-term projects.

Our take: Enduring the blues benefits all parties

John Solis is unlikely to have a future at Verona if he returns to the Catalan club.

Therefore, Birmingham City’s plan to buy him would require Verona to collect €8m in transfer fee. It would also provide the Colombian with stability for his career while giving the Blues a player who will be able to further improve his game.

In short, the permanent relocation of St Andrews is a win-win for all three parties.

Rangers’ Nasser Ziga arrived at Ibrox from Wolverhampton Wanderers last summer when Danny Rohl’s predecessor Russell Martin was in charge.

The arrival of both Wolves-owned player and Emmanuel Fernandez at Rangers had a direct impact on the future of Robin Propper.

Last July, The latter indicated Both signings convinced him to leave Rangers and return to FC Twente.

Ziga and Fernandez have made 37 and 28 appearances for Rohl in all competitions this season.

The Burkina Faso international’s Scottish Premiership statistics are as follows:

• Appearances: 20
• Start: 18
• Total minutes: 1,554
• Minutes per game: 78
• Interceptions per game: 1.6
• Tackles per game: 1.5
• Balls recovered per game:
• Clearances per game: 4.6
• Blocked shots per game: 0.7
• Duels won per game: 4.1

Rangers keen to buy Wolves man

Nasser Dziga’s performances for Rangers have convinced them to make his move to Ibrox permanent.

is according to 226 feetWho make it clear that this is their own information about the 23-year-old man.

Danny Rohl’s team wants to buy the Wolves-owned player in the summer but the operation is not simple.

The Premier League side signed the defender from Red Star Belgrade for around €12m in February 2025 and sent him on loan to Rangers later that year.

The Molineux club’s relegation from the top flight was confirmed. Despite this, the English club ‘fully intend’ to recoup the investment, meaning Wolves want €12m to sell the player.

So far, Wolves have not yet decided whether to keep Ziga in the Championship or sell him in the next window. A final decision is expected in the coming weeks.

The next few weeks will be ‘decisive’ to understand the outcome of this saga. Rangers are keen to buy while Wolves need to weigh between sporting and financial aspects.

Contract, price and agent information

Nasser Dziga has a contract with Wolves until 2030 transfer market He is worth €6 million.

Agent Marcel Veerman is representing the defender, who is now on loan at Rangers.

wolverhampton wanderers Became the first club to be relegated from the Premier League this season.

Wolves’ Championship confirmation came after 17th-placed West Ham United picked up a point against Crystal Palace on Monday.

The Hammers are now 16 points ahead Molineux club still has five more matches to play.

Rob Edwards’ side will be looking to reshape their squad in the summer and as part of this, some players will leave the club and new faces will come to the club. Angel Gomes fits into both categories as he can leave them or join them permanently.

The former Manchester United player returned to the Premier League when Wolves signed him on loan from Marseille in the winter market.

Earlier this month, Sport Witness Covered claims from France The English club pays his €400k per month salary.

Uncertain future at Wolves

ProvenceA local newspaper of the Ligue 1 side now looks at Angel Gomes’ chances of staying at Wolves.

The attacking midfielder failed to shine upon his return to England as he failed to find the back of the net or contribute an assist.

His Premier League statistics for Wolves are as follows:

• Appearances: 9
• Start: 6
• Total minutes: 401
• Minutes per game: 45
• Expected target: 0.21
• Expected Support: 0.24
• Big chances created: 0
• Big chances missed: 0

These figures show that the 26-year-old has not made an impact on the loan spell so far and could impact his Wolves future.

The English club has an option to buy him for €7m. The chances of Wolves activating the clause are ‘extremely slim, if not negligible’ once their relegation from the Championship is confirmed.

In other words, he will likely return to Marseille after this season. His future there also seems uncertain, and the Ligue 1 side will have to decide where Gomes will play next season.

Contract, price and agent information

Angel Gomes has more than two years left on his contract at Marseille and is valued at €12m transfer market.

Agency Ruf Wolves are representing the player and must find a solution in the next window.

It has been a tough few months for Giovanni Leone since joining liverpool last summer. The young defender is already attracting the attention of Italian clubs.

The centre-back made his debut in a League Cup game against Southampton at the start of the campaign. Then he suffered a serious ACL injury and has not played for the Reds since.

earlier this year, sports witness Leoni’s comments that he had no regrets over the move to Liverpool were covered. He also revealed his stance that a move to Anfield last summer was his ‘best choice’.

Typically, a promising Italian moving away from Serie A doesn’t sit well with the country’s press. They talk about him constantly and this is quite evident in how Sandro Tonali is talked about.

Now, The Interista Talk about Inter Milan’s interest in Lyon.

Loan with obligation on the table

The outlet has made it clear that Inter are trying to ‘Italianise’ their squad next season. Several players will leave in the summer and this includes Stefan de Vrij and Francesco Acerbi.

Liverpool’s Leone is seen as the ideal candidate, as he is Italian and also a proven Serie A prospect.

It is believed that Inter Sporting director Piero Ausilio is already in contact with a number of clubs. This has landed an offer on the table for the Reds, who have been handed an initial loan with an obligation to buy.

This is something that will be very difficult for Liverpool to accept. Selling Leoni just one season after signing would be a huge loss, especially due to his knee injury.

The Merseyside club’s stance is hindering a move but Inter will continue to monitor the situation.

Our opinion: Liverpool should trust Leoni

The Reds’ backline is not getting any smaller. Virgil van Dijk is 34 and there are still doubts over Ibrahima Konate’s future. Joe Gomez is 28, but has also been linked with an exit in the past.

This is Lyon’s next big hope for Liverpool’s backline. He is not unproven in any way. He was vital for Parma last season and was very important in their survival in Serie A. Due to this he was also on the field for the Italian national team.

That’s why he’s someone Arne Slott should definitely trust. They paid a huge sum to sign him and it would make no sense to move on quickly.

crystal Palace We will take a closer look at transfer target Ousmane Diomande tonight, with the defender set to play for Sporting CP against Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-finals.

The first leg will take place in Lisbon before returning to London on 15 April. For Crystal Palace, this encounter provides a timely opportunity to assess the player they have been following for months.

22-year-old Diomande has become a key player for Sporting. He has already impressed by combining domestic league action with European exposure this season. In Liga Portugal alone, he has played over 1,100 minutes, showing consistency in selection and performances.

At 190 cm tall, the centre-back brings a strong physical presence. He also contributes defensively with regular clearances and winning duels, while remaining comfortable in possession. His profile matches what many Premier League clubs now want in central defenders.

These include Crystal Palace, who are already close to signing him.

Previous move and Crystal Palace transfer interest

Last summer, Crystal Palace made a €55m (£47m) offer for Ousmane Diomande. This step was not takenBut the interest remains.

The London Club keeps a close watch on them. The match against Arsenal will give them a first-hand look at how they perform against Premier League level opponents.

Other English clubs including newcastle unitedAlso keep an eye on Ivory Coast International. even Manchester United Were linked at one point, when Reuben Amorim was in charge. Nevertheless, Crystal Palace is the team that has progressed furthest in previous attempts.

Sporting, for its part, is ready to do business under the right circumstances. The defender recently renewed his contract until 2030 with a release clause of €80m (£69m).

However, reports from Portugal indicate the club will consider offers closer to his market value, which is currently around €45m (£39m).

What can the match decide?

Ousmane Diomande is expected to be part of Ivory Coast’s squad for the upcoming World Cup. According to the Portuguese newspaper, this adds another layer to his situation ballBecause strong performance can increase both demand and price.

However, the immediate focus right now is on the Champions League clash. Both of these games provide a clear benchmark. Facing Arsenal over two legs offers a direct test against Diomande’s level in England.

For Crystal Palace, the timing is ideal. They already know the player, have already explored the possibility of a deal and now they have a new chance to evaluate him in a high-level setting.

If he performs well, this week could go a long way in deciding whether Palace come back with a serious offer in the summer.

🇮🇹Juan Cabal | Crystal Palace initiated contact

🔁 Versatile Juventus player
📉Potentially available relatively cheap
🩺 Be careful with that medical…https://t.co/0xpTDziedw #cpfc

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 24 March 2026

Southampton loanee Daniel Peretz has indicated he would be happy to remain at the club beyond the expiry of his loan deal.

Transfermarkt today had an interview with the 25 year old. He makes it clear that he likes life with Southampton as his target is the Premier League.

Peretz joined Southampton on loan from Bayern Munich in the January transfer window. The deal includes the option for the Saints to make it permanent this summer.

This is something both parties will likely be keen on, with Peretz having established himself as a key player at St Mary’s since his arrival. In 13 games in the Championship to date, he has six clean sheets and conceded 10 goals.

It’s too early to talk about summer

He has been crucial in pushing Southampton to a play-off spot. They are currently sixth in the table, with Wrexham tied in seventh.

For Peretz, a permanent deal would make sense if they return to the top flight.

“I think it would be logical. But it’s too early to talk about summer.” He said.

“Right now my focus is really on the games. Hopefully, we can talk about it in two months, when we get promoted to the Premier League. It will be much easier to answer then.”

€8m purchase clause

The current purchase clause is set at €8mAnd when asked if he would personally use it, he declined to answer directly.

“I’m not the club, and there are a lot of possibilities depending on whether or not Southampton gets promotion,” He added.

“All I can say is that I’m really enjoying here. But I can’t promise anything because no one knows what the future will hold. But I know we will have a clear situation at the end of the season.”

a perfect match

However, the reality is clear, Southampton and Peretz are perfect for each other. The goalkeeper has gone from a backup role to the undisputed number one with the Saints.

This is what he was looking for after a disappointing few years at Bayern Munich, where he managed just seven appearances and a total of 537 minutes. He is already on 15 appearances and 1350 minutes for Southampton.

He is happy and admits that he thinks he and Southampton are perfect for each other.

“Yes, this is a perfect match for both of us,” He concluded.

“I was at the point where I needed that impact to be the first-choice goalkeeper. I needed to play regularly. It’s a different feeling than just being the backup. I really needed it.

“With my experience and my character, I can help other players because we have a very young and talented team. I’m not that old myself, but I bring experience.”

Nottingham Forest have yet to see Quibano play a single senior minute for themBut after his strong start at Vasco da Gama, the defender is now on the rise in Brazil.

Just yesterday we covered How the 23-year-old is thriving since arriving on loan. He has contributed five direct goals in his last four games and is developing into a key attacking outlet. That run included a standout performance against Grêmio, where he provided two assists.

All this after a strange start to his Forest career. Quibano joined the club, never featured, spent time at Botafogo on loan, returned to Nottingham Forest, and still did not play. He then moved to Vasco on loan again in January and left there.

Now, there is movement outside the pitch too.

Vasco president confirms willingness to sign Quibano

Quibano’s performance has already sparked discussion about a permanent move, and now it has been addressed publicly.

Speaking this morning in brazilVasco president Pedrinho confirmed that the club is actively working towards purchasing players in this situation, including the Nottingham Forest loanee.

“All these players where we have the option to trigger a buyout clause, obviously, if they fit into our budget, we will do that,” He said.

He explained that Quibano is part of that plan, even if the financial structure needs to be carefully managed.

“Our wish is for that to happen. We’re already structuring things in the best way in terms of budget, so we can make that happen.”

However, in the case of Quibano there is a specific complication.

“Quibano’s situation is a little more special, because his loan runs until the middle of the year and we need to exercise the option before then.”

This issue of timing is closely linked to the way Brazilian football operates. Unlike the Premier League cycle, the domestic season follows a calendar-year model, running from January to December.

As a result, Vasco’s financial picture for the full year generally only becomes clear by November or December, which limits their ability to commit early in the year.

Pedrinho also opened the door to an alternative solution if Vasco was not ready in time.

“If that doesn’t happen, we will try to extend the loan until the end of the year to have more time for negotiations. But he is a player we want to sign if possible.”

Marinakis’ plan versus reality

It is not easy to say whether the situation is developing as Evangelos Marinakis had hoped, but it is certainly moving faster than expected.

The loan deal includes a purchase option worth approximately €10m (£8.6m). At the time, it looked like a way to protect value while giving minutes to the player.

Now, with Cuiabano continuing to perform and garner attention, that segment is becoming central to the next phase.

Nottingham Forest still have no internal assessment of him at senior level. Meanwhile, Vasco is building a case to keep him permanently.

Our opinion: The signings are clear for Nottingham Forest

Of course time will be important in this case. Vasco will have to decide whether to invoke the clause before the middle of the year or try to renegotiate the timeline. But the signals coming from Brazil are becoming increasingly strong.

Firstly, the president himself has now publicly stated that the club wants to sign Quibano. That alone turns the situation from background interest into something more concrete.

Furthermore, Vasco’s financial condition is improving. The club has recently agreed its sale Ryan to Bournemouth €35m (£30m). This deal injects new money into their structure and increases the likelihood of being able to act on their purchase options.

Perhaps more importantly, there’s a clear play factor to it. Cuiabano is playing regularly, making decisive contributions and has effectively secured a starting role. Reports also suggest that he is very happy in Rio de Janeiro.

All of this points to a scenario where Vasco tries hard to retain him, and where Quibano himself might prefer that outcome.

🇪🇸Juan Miranda | Not the right timing – Barcelona divulges why it rejected Nottingham Foresthttps://t.co/EapRsKKxRt #nffc

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 12 March 2026

Fenerbahçe have set their sights on Everton striker Beto and are planning to use his contract situation to secure a deal for him this summer.

turkish outlet sok report The Everton striker is on Fenerbahçe’s transfer list, and his performance against Chelsea has brought him back into the spotlight.

Chelsea’s performance rekindles interest

According to his information, the striker has scored two goals and assisted against Chelsea ‘Hunger increased again’ Yellowish blue.

Fenerbahçe parted ways with several strikers during the January transfer window and have since been searching for a new centre-forward. After trying to get him in January, Beto is a name on their list.

January transfer drama

In fact, he was a part of it A classic January transfer drama of that time. It saw his agent traveling to Istanbul, negotiating, and then dropping everything within a few days.

This was all eventually stopped by Everton, who were unwilling to let Beto leave on loan without ensuring a replacement. Thus, Fenerbahçe retreated.

Contract status offers hope

But his interest has not completely ended. And the Turkish side will be watching closely as Beto shines against Chelsea this weekend. His two goals and one assist have reportedly ‘rekindled’ their interest in a deal.

And that interest is being encouraged by his contract situation. Beto’s current deal runs until June 2027, meaning he will enter the final year this summer.

According to SOK, Everton has already moved to resolve this. They have offered Beto a contract, but it has been rejected.

Everton face a summer dilemma

That rejection has encouraged Fenerbahçe to return in the summer. They know that if Everton do not sell in the summer, they risk losing Beto for free after next season. With a market value of €20 million, this is a risk the Toffees would hardly want to take.

Whether Fenerbahçe would pay that much has not been mentioned. But they need a new striker and Beto is on their list. The plan, clearly, is to take advantage of the contract situation to their advantage.

Moyes needs a decision

Meanwhile, Everton have a decision to make. Beto doesn’t need to be a regular goalscorer, but the performance against Chelsea nailed the situation. The 28-year-old has, time and again, hinted at being the solution under David Moyes.

Thierry Barrie is also back on the bench and after the defeat to Arsenal with some fans wanting him to be sold, Everton may not be keen to sell. But he may be forced to leave if Beto won’t sign a new deal, which appears to be the case at the moment.

Tony Khan’s company, Base 10, submitted a bid to acquire WWE when the promotion was put up for sale in 2023, according to court filings related to the ongoing shareholder lawsuit, obtained by Wrestlenomics and Post Wrestling’s Brandon Thurston. The bid, valued at approximately $6.9 billion, was the lowest of four offers submitted during the merger and acquisition process, which Endeavor ultimately won, creating TKO Group Holdings.

The shareholder class action lawsuit was originally filed in the Delaware Chancery Court in November 2023, and recently, unpublished versions of the complaint and the defendants’ legal responses became public for the first time. While KKR and Liberty Media were identified as bidders in prior reporting and public filings, these documents mark the first time Base 10’s participation is publicly confirmed.

The filing describes Base 10’s direct connection to AEW, stating that the company “owns All Elite Wrestling, a professional wrestling promotion that will clearly enjoy significant synergy with WWE.” Although Tony Khan is not named in the complaint, a connection between Base 10 and Khan has been established through multiple public records.

Florida business records show that BASE10, Inc. was incorporated in 2014, listing Khan as its sole officer, and the company address was registered to the stadium for the Jacksonville Jaguars, the NFL team his family owns. When Khan acquired sports analytics firm TruMedia Networks in 2015, he was quoted in the Sports Business Journal, directly referencing the formation of Base 10.

The four bids submitted during the sale process were as follows. Base 10 offered $76.83 per share, meaning the company’s full valuation is about $6.9 billion. KKR offered a range between $90 and $97.50 per share, representing a valuation of approximately $8.0 billion to $8.7 billion. Liberty Media’s bid was between $95 and $100 per share, totaling about $8.5 billion to $8.9 billion. Endeavor’s winning offer was an all-stock deal worth $95.66 per share before synergy. TKO’s share price has since risen to nearly $200, effectively doubling the 2023 bid prices.

Base 10’s offer was noted in WWE’s regulatory filing – where it was unnamed as “Strategic Party 2” – requiring equity and debt financing partners to complete the transaction. The three high bids from Endeavor, KKR and Liberty were strong enough to grant those parties access to a data room containing non-public WWE information, which is a standard step in acquisition processes. There is no indication in the available filings that any representative of Base 10 or Khan’s company was granted similar access, possibly because its offer was the lowest of the four.

Plaintiffs in the shareholder lawsuit allege that the sale process was unfair and that Endeavor was effectively preselected by Vince McMahon because Endeavor’s chief executive, Ari Emanuel, had assured McMahon of McMahon’s continued future with the company. The defendants deny that allegation.

Defendants in the case include McMahon, WWE President Nick Khan, Chief Content Officer Paul Levesque and former board members Jorge Barrios and Michelle Wilson. McMahon resigned from all roles in WWE and TKO in January 2024 after former employee Janel Grant filed a sex trafficking lawsuit against him, which he denies. That case is pending in federal court in Connecticut.

Unpublished versions of the court documents were filed publicly after a challenge to their confidential treatment was submitted under Delaware Chancery Court rules. KKR proposed to keep some information sealed, but Vice Chancellor J. Travis Laster ruled against that attempt. The merger case is currently scheduled to be heard in June.

Eljif Almas has been one of Napoli’s best players this season and Manchester United are now showing increasing interest in him.

on tuesday, sports witness Covered the midfielder position while he is currently on loan from RB Leipzig in Naples. The Red Devils’ interest in him was growing as Napoli only had the option to buy him permanently for €16m.

It is seen as a bargain in the current market, especially considering how well the Macedonian has performed this season. Napoli could sign the midfielder at that low price, and they could make a quick profit.

Other Premier League clubs may also be keen on Elmas, and Manchester United’s interest has now attracted more attention.

Manchester United are being helped by Manchester United’s stance

tuttomerkatoweb Today report that Napoli are unsure about exercising their €16m option to purchase in the summer.

The Italian champions recognize how well the versatile midfielder has performed, but they could negotiate with Leipzig to lower their asking price.

The reasons are purely financial. The German side had initially paid Napoli €24m to sign Elmas in 2024. In 2026, he is only valued at €12m on their books, which is why Partenopei believes the €16m price tag is higher than it should be.

This uncertainty is likely to help Manchester United, who could land the player directly from the Bundesliga side, and take advantage of Napoli’s attempt to get cheap.

Leipzig can stick to their €16m asking price, which is unlikely to be a problem for the Old Trafford club.

If that’s not the case, they could potentially lower their price tag a bit when Elmas returns from loan and sell him to another club instead of surrendering him to Napoli.

Our opinion on Elmas for Manchester United

Since his first stint at Napoli, Elmas has played almost everywhere in midfield. He has been used more by Antonio Conte this season, but under Luciano Spalletti, he has also played in attacking midfield and on the flanks.

He is still only 26 and is at a good age, while still having a lot of experience under his belt. Manchester United’s midfield problems are obvious and he can play in a number of roles, including defensive midfield.

This could make Elmas a very important team player, especially if he is signed for less than €20m in the summer.

Marcelo Saraschi’s agent Marcelo Tejera has revealed that Celtic want to make his stay at Celtic Park permanent. He also confirmed that Martin O’Neill’s side will face competition from England and Brazil.

Representatives are speaking to Carve Deportiva about the left-back’s future at Celtic hail Has released his comments.

After losing prominence at his parent club, he arrived at Celtic on loan from Boca Juniors in August 2025.

Sarachi wanted to terminate his contract. game witness first News broadcast from South America Boca Juniors did not accept his request and approved a loan move to Celtic.

on friday, Tejera confirmed Club Nacional de Fútbol and Club Atlético Peñarol are interested in the 27-year-old. Two Uruguayan clubs kept an eye on him for the winter market, but O’Neill’s team did not cut short his loan stay.

celtic want to buy sarachi

Later that day, witness the game Covered claims from Argentina That Celtic will have to make a quick decision on their future.

The Glasgow club has not secured any purchase options or obligations as part of the Uruguay international loan deal.

However, O’Neill’s team are keen to make the fullback’s stay at Celtic Park permanent. Sarachi’s agent has confirmed this in a recent interview.

“I have planned a meeting with the general manager of Celtic as they are also looking to buy out his contract,” He said.

The representative revealed that unnamed clubs from England and Brazil have contacted him about a possible move for his client. He did not clarify whether the English club was from the Premier League or the Championship.

“Marcelo Saracchi has the possibility of going to a team in England who contacted me, and also a possibility to go to a club in Brazil,” Tejera explained.

Our Opinion: O’Neal’s team can take advantage

Sarachi is in a foreign position at Boca Juniors. Therefore, Ole said that the South American club wants to land him in the summer. The interest from Celtic and other clubs is seen as ‘good news’ for his parent club.

His contract is till December 2027 and transfer market He is worth €2m. Celtic could take advantage of Boca Junior’s strong desire to sell him and buy him at a reasonable price.

There should be more clarity on Celtic’s chances of buying Sarachi after meeting with his agent.

Celtic’s Luis Palma joined Lech Poznan on loan with an option to buy last summer. His future may lie away from Martin O’Neill as he has already expressed his desire to join the Polish club permanently.

Earlier this week, the Honduras International He said he hopes A long stay at Lech Poznań despite a limited role in recent weeks.

“I hope to stay at Lake for a long time, but it’s just not my decision,” he told Canal+ Sport in Poland.

Speaking to Lech Poznań spokesperson Adrian Galuszka Mecziki.pl To discuss the Celtic man and some other players.

Uncertain future at Celtic

Brendan Rodgers had left the 26-year-old out of his plans, resulting in Celtic agreeing to loan him to Olympiacos until February 2025. He failed to impress in Greece and returned to Celtic Park last summer.

Rodgers did not consider the winger for this season and Celtic allowed him to join the Polish club on loan. He scored six goals and provided seven assists in 29 matches.

Earlier this season, Sport Witness Polish claims covered Lech Poznan’s intention to purchase him from O’Neill.

Palma has failed to score or provide an assist since the November international break. On 13 December, Game Witness news broadcast from poland Dissatisfaction with his performance is increasing.

When will Lech Poznan decide on Palma

Galuszka has now confirmed that a decision to buy Palma will be made in the coming months.

“We have to wait for all contract negotiations with both Antonio Milik and Radek Murawski or Ali Gholizadeh, as well as a decision regarding the purchase of Luis Palma.” He said.

“We’re waiting to see how the season plays out for us. Right now, we’re competing on three fronts, and I don’t know where we’ll be in May.”

“We will have a lot of answers in February and March. Because we are playing in the Polish Cup, there is a lot to play for in the Ekstraklasa, and we also have the Conference League.”

The purchase option for Palma is reportedly worth around €4m. The official has hinted that Lech Poznan may try to lower the price.

“Of course, the purchase amount for Luis Palma is clearly defined, but that does not mean that it cannot be renegotiated in any way. All options are absolutely open.” Galuszka explained.