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Queens Park Rangers Dinamo have made progress in their attempts to sign goalkeeper Ivan Nevistic this summer.

Navistik kept five clean sheets and conceded 20 goals in 18 matches this season. His performances and profile may have convinced QPR to attempt to sign him.

The Croatian started the season as number 1, but lost his place to Dominik Livakovic, who arrived on loan from Fenerbahçe in January.

There is no clarity on whether Livakovic will extend his stay at Dinamo Zagreb or not. Earlier this month, Sport Witness broadcast news Crystal Palace interested in Fenerbahçe man.

QPR want to complete the signing quickly

However, Ivan Nevstic could be on the move, and a championship could be his next destination.

is according to 24 SATAWhich suggests QPR are serious about the goalkeeper, who could move to Loftus Road ‘very soon’.

Dinamo Zagreb would have no problem with an exit and are waiting for a formal offer.

sports news support this claim and provide their own update on QPR’s efforts to secure their services.

Julian Steffen’s side assured the stopper that he would be their new No. 1 when presenting his plan to them.

This allowed the player to reach an agreement on personal terms, a three- or four-year contract. The London club must agree terms with his club. Early next week, QPR officials will arrive in Zagreb with the intention of completing the signing.

Dinamo Zagreb will facilitate his exit and the report states that the operation should be carried out for a fee of between €500k and €1m.

At the moment, QPR are the ‘most realistic option’, even if unnamed German and Polish clubs lurk in the background.

Goalkeeper priority for QPR

QPR finished 15th this season, conceding 73 goals. This was the second worst defensive record after [89 goals] Sheffield Wednesday are bottom.

Julian Stephen had Joe Walsh, Paul Nardi and Ben Hamer as his three stoppers and the latter two have since left the club.

This has made signing a new stopper a priority for the English club. FC Juarez goalkeeper Sebastian Jurado has been on their agendaBut Ivan Nevstic is likely to join QPR.

The Croatian’s contract expires in 2028 and his value, accordingly transfer marketIs €500k.

Kevin Nash weighed in on the ongoing conversation surrounding TKO’s involvement in WWE creative, offering one of the most scathing hot takes you’ll ever hear on the latest episode of the Click This Podcast. Nash’s reasoning is simple: Triple H knows what he’s doing, and the executives above him don’t need to get involved.

“(Paul) Levesque has taken over, and everyone loves the direction that this Levesque guy is taking the new flagship WWE program in the Netflix era,” Nash said. ‘And then lo and behold, just like every other business on earth, the bullshit people on top of that who have no clue except how to get paid more, people higher up the food chain decide to start their business where they don’t need it.’

“We’re going to put this guy in. Let’s put this guy in. How about him in the main event? What if we put this guy in? Why would we put that guy in?’ We’ve got a $500 million deal that involves this guy. While we’re at it, let’s make the field look like NASCAR.”

Nash clarified that his criticism was directed at those above Triple H in the TKO structure. Not Levesque himself.

“It doesn’t take anything away from Paul Levesque, because Paul Levesque still knows what he’s doing. If anyone out there feels like this, maybe thinks this might apply to them, how about leaving the f–king company alone? Get your f–king nose out of creative.”

Triple H took over creative control of WWE in 2022 and received widespread praise for the initial direction of the product under his leadership. However, last month, TKO President and COO Mark Shapiro publicly claimed that TKO has full control over WWE creative. WWE’s recent storylines have had mixed reactions, with fans pointing to TKO’s outside interference in the booking process as a contributing factor.

The Buffalo Bills parted ways with head coach Sean McDermott this offseason after seven consecutive seasons of double-digit wins. Although expectations for the organization clearly have not been met, it appears that some in the league believe things will not get better any time soon.

Speaking to Mike Sandow of The Athletic, an NFL executive shared his belief that the Bills’ window as a Super Bowl contender in the AFC has closed. This is despite the expected regression from the New England Patriots and the AFC seemingly being “down” right now.

“I think Buffalo’s window is closed.”

Unnamed NFL executive on Buffalo Bills entering 2026 season

RELATED: 2026 NFL power rankings, see where the Bills land

In 2025, Buffalo tied for the fourth-most wins in the AFC and then reached the divisional round, but lost in overtime. This led to head coach Sean McDermott being fired, general manager Brandon Beane being promoted to president of football operations and offensive coordinator Joe Brady being named head coach.

The Bills front office responded to that disappointment in 2025 by adding safety Geno Stone, nickel C.J. Gardner-Johnson and edge rusher Bradley Chubb to bolster the defense. Equally important, Buffalo traded for wide receiver DJ Moore to provide Allen with an effective offensive weapon.

It’s fair to assume that the Kansas City Chiefs will bounce back in 2026 with the return of Patrick Mahomes and the signing of Kenneth Walker. Elsewhere in the AFC, the Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals look better on paper next season.

One reason some around the league are skeptical of the Bills’ approach may have something to do with the team’s draft class. Beane traded downs twice in Round 1 and, in a class that was considered unusually weak, there were some questions whether the team had taken the right approach.

NFL officials skeptical of Buffalo Bills draft strategy

Another executive questioned the Bills’ strategy in the 2026 NFL Draft. While President of Football Operations Brandon Beane received much praise from analysts for trading down multiple times, an analytics-approved strategy, some around the league were not as keen on this specific draft reason.

One executive said, “You get an advantage from the guys who pick you, whether it’s third or fourth or something later, they weren’t going to give you any (good) player in this draft.”

The Athletic’s NFL executive trading down on the Buffalo Bills draft class

This was not the only opinion that expressed doubt as to whether this is the right year to trade up multiple times and collect large amounts of Day 3 draft capital. Another NFL executive told Sandow that it was a “weird draft” because the class was “terrible at the top and terrible at the bottom.”

RELATED: The best 2026 NFL draft classes, including the Buffalo Bills

However, as some of Beane’s teammates in front offices around the league pointed out, a weak 2026 NFL Draft class actually made it, so there was no “right” strategy to take. Beane setting himself up to take multiple swings may prove to be the best approach as it at least gives him a chance to take more swings at different players who may strike out.

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Manchester City Have signed many youngsters in recent years and are still on the lookout.

Premier League teams are already looking across Europe and beyond for young talent.

In the last few days, the game has witnessed Brazil and Spain’s claims covered About Manchester City’s solid interest in Palmeiras youngster Eduardo Conceição.

The 16-year-old has put his offer on hold and is waiting to find out whether Barcelona will make a move.

Last week, we Covered claims from Brazil Athletico Paranaense youngster Bruninho is on Manchester City’s radar. two days ago, game witness broadcast news Pep Guardiola is keen to sign Bayer Leverkusen’s Ibrahim Maza.

Manchester City focuses on the Mexican market

The Citizens are owned by City Football Group, who have several clubs in their stable. This includes New York City FC, Verona, Troyes and others.

Pumas UNAM manager Efraín Juárez worked as an assistant with the MLS side between 2020 and 2022.

He has confirmed that Manchester City owners have already asked him about some players for both their youth and first teams. record In Mexico he has released his comments.

“Because of my relationship with the group, I worked there for three years. It is the biggest football group in the world,” He said.

“I heard they were coming. They asked me about some of the players from the youth academy and currently in the first team, who are already thinking about how they can strengthen their squad with their ten or twelve teams around the world.

“He has that spontaneity and clarity. With such a big group, that always happens. I will welcome him tomorrow; we will definitely welcome him.”

“On Thursday, I’ll see if I can have dinner with them. They’ll ask me questions. They’re going to watch some matches, not only ours, but some from the Mexican League as well. They’re coming to watch the games; that’s what they do.”

No mention of details of players

Efrain Juarez did not confirm which players the Manchester City owner is considering or is on his agenda.

There have been no concrete claims made recently regarding players being considered by Premier League teams. More updates on this may come in the coming days or weeks.

Tottenham Hotspur People have been looking towards Brazil more and more in recent windows, and it’s not hard to see why.

It’s a market that regularly produces top talent at relatively accessible prices. Furthermore, players are often willing to move to England even if the conditions are not right.

It matters right now, Spurs are still not completely safe and are at least flirting with the idea of ​​dropping into the Championship. Nevertheless, moving to England may still be attractive.

He has been active there before also. Tottenham recently worked out a deal to sign left-back Souza from Santos, who fits into this wider strategy of tapping into the Brazilian market.

With that context in mind, Spurs have now taken another step forward.

Tottenham officials in Belo Horizonte

According to local insider Toka CentralA Tottenham scout was in the stands for Cruzeiro’s 2-0 win over Grêmio in Mineiro last weekend. However, there is no confirmation yet as to who exactly they were looking at.

After impressive performances, goals from Lucas Romero and Christian sealed the result. Both stood out on the night, but neither were considered to be Tottenham’s main targets.

Some of Cruzeiro’s names are attracting attention, and their recent performances have only added to that.

Kaiki looks clear

Inside the Brazilian club, Kaiki is seen as the most likely move to Europe. The 23-year-old left-back was close to joining Como in the last window, with a deal worth €12.5m (£10.8m) on the table before Cruzeiro backed out.

He ticks many Premier League boxes. Physical, reliable and capable of moving forward. Add in his recent Brazil call-up under Carlo Ancelotti, and his profile has only risen.

From a squad building perspective it could only make sense if Destinee Udogi was forced to leave Tottenham in the summer. Or his fellow Brazilian Souza is also expected to be loaned out. Still, he is a smart catch for any European side.

Kaio George is a high-impact option

If a scout was looking for immediate attacking output, Kaio George would have been impossible to ignore.

The striker has made a strong start to 2026 with nine goals in 12 matches. Last year he had scored 26 marks out of 46. He looks sharp, confident and quick and decisive in front of goal. That alone puts him on the radar of clubs across Europe.

West Ham tried to sign him There were further failures in the January window. This is because the club are reportedly unwilling to consider offers of less than €50m (£43.5m).

This pushes him into a very different category. For Tottenham, especially with uncertainty about their league position, that kind of investment would require serious conviction.

Others also on radar

Another logical name is Jonathan Jesus, which sits in a slightly different bracket. He’s 21 years old, and perhaps less sophisticated, but has a lower cost of entry.

Earlier this year, Zenit made a move in the region of €8m (£6.9m), which Cruzeiro rejected. Still, that evaluation puts him firmly in the “development signing” category.

Young wingers Kenny Arroyo and Neeser Villarreal also fit that description. Both are 20 years old and are troubling defenders.

Arroyo plays on the right side. He arrived from Besiktas last summer for €8.5 million (£7.3 million) and has been one of the first names on the team sheet since then. Villarreal can play on the left or up front. And before arriving at Cruzeiro, Barcelona had him on their radar after his performances for Colombia at the 2025 U20 World Cup.

‘Experienced’ angle

There are also more experienced profiles to look at. Like centre-back Fabricio Bruno, who has already attracted the interest of Juventus.

At 28, he doesn’t fit the same reselling model as others, but he offers something different – ​​reliability, leadership and immediate impact. If Spurs were thinking about a short-term fixture, he could be part of that conversation, even if he isn’t a specific target.

29-year-old Mathews Pereira is another man who would have stood out. He is a key creative midfielder for Cruzeiro, with only 5 goals and 4 assists this year.

He recently renewed his deal until 2028. This makes him a difficult target, but his profile – technical, inventive and capable of controlling the final third – is exactly what Tottenham usually look for.

What does this mean for Spurs

It doesn’t feel like a single-player mission. It appears that Tottenham are building a comprehensive picture of the squad and identifying a number of options depending on the shape of their summer squad.

Spurs are clearly building up knowledge and keeping an eye on a number of players rather than rushing into a deal. But if his situation becomes clearer in the coming weeks, things could move faster.

Either way, it’s another sign that the Brazilian is becoming an important part of Spurs’ recruitment thinking – and Cruzeiro could perhaps be the next destination they dive into.

🇫🇷Lucas Chevalier | Tottenham remain interested, but of course – everything depends on survivalhttps://t.co/etgUUThNuW #thfc #joyce

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 20 April 2026

newcastle united And Aston Villa Keep Galatasaray’s Gabriel Sarra on your radar for the summer.

The midfielder spent two years at Norwich City before leaving for the Turkish club in August 2024.

He has been a regular for Galatasaray, and Newcastle United and Aston Villa could bring him back to England.

The Brazilian has played 87 matches so far, scoring eight goals and 15 assists, six of which have come in 42 matches this season.

His league statistics are as follows:

• Appearances: 27
• Start: 21
• Total minutes: 1,840
• Interceptions per game: 0.6
• Tackles per game: 1.0
• Possession won (final third): 0.5
• Recovered balls per game: 2.7
• Clearance per game: 0.6
• Duels won per game: 3.1

Back in January, Sport Witness Covered claims from Türkiye Sunderland and Fulham as serious suitors. However, none were successful in the winter market.

Two months ago, we broadcast news The Black Cats and Leeds United are in talks over a potential deal for the 26-year-old.

Newcastle United and Aston Villa join the chase

spores According to reports, two Premier League teams have emerged as new contenders for Gabriel Sara from England.

Galatasaray will face Gençlerbirliği in the Turkish Cup quarter-final on Wednesday and then host Fenerbahçe in the derby match on Saturday.

Both Eddie Howe’s team and the Villans will send their scouts to Reims Park to keep a close eye on the South American against another Istanbul club on April 26.

The Turkish champions, for their part, are ready to sell the former Norwich City man in the next window. There is an express stipulation that Galatasaray will ‘absolutely not accept’ any offer below €30m.

At the moment, Newcastle United and Aston Villa will continue to monitor Sarah later this month and the decision on the next step will depend on the information gathered by their officials.

The report does not clarify the player’s stance on a potential transfer in the summer.

Contract, price and agent information

With a contract until 2029, transfer market Gabriel Sarra is valued at €22 million, which is at least €8 million less than Galatasaray’s asking price.

Brazilian agent Carlos Leite is representing the midfielder. His client list consists mostly of players from his country, including Wolverhampton Wanderers pair Joao Gomes and Andre.

Sevilla are attempting to convince Celtic’s Luis Palma to avoid a permanent move to Lech Poznan and join them this summer.

Estadio Deportivo report that the Spanish side Despite Celtic’s agreement with Lech Poznan, Palma are working to keep him as an option for the summer transfer window.

loan deal in permanent exit

Luis Palma has been impressing on loan at Lech Poznan this season, with eight goals and nine assists in 41 appearances in all competitions so far.

The belief is that the Polish side is ‘almost certain’ Exercising a €4m option to purchase the 26-year-old on a permanent basis from Celtic. They’ll either keep it, or sell it for a quick, easy profit.

But Sevilla are looking to intervene. Nervion officials are still attempting to convince the Honduran player to join them. They want him to put pressure on Celtic to accept Leitch’s offer.

He has also targeted the winger. And director of football Antonio Cordon is now attempting to stop a permanent move from happening. He is trying to convince Palma to go to Spain.

a complementary option

Sevilla see a lot of value in this deal. Luis Palma can act as a complementary option to Ruben Vargas. Or, if it is sold as a higher-capacity replacement. It’s a win-win.

The current asking price is also not beyond their capacity. Of course, that is assuming that Celtic will sell for the same price they have agreed with Lech Poznan. There can be debate on this.

Sevilla will not make any definitive moves until their La Liga position is secure. Planning a top flight is a very different idea from planning a second flight. But the club hierarchy have plans in place that would allow him to move on if needed.

One positive is that there is room for a Celtic winger. He will occupy a non-EU roster spot, but Sevilla have room to add him. Thus, the foundation stone has been laid.

Now they are trying to persuade him to ignore Lake Poznan, return to Celtic Park this summer and move back to La Liga. Of course, that’s assuming they’re in La Liga.

Jan Ziolkowski is slowly emerging as a potential target newcastle unitedSaw his playing time at AS Roma come to an end.

The Polish defender has featured for just under 40 minutes since February, despite performing regularly on a regular basis. He has played 14 times in Serie A, as well as a total of eight times in the Europa League.

At one point he looked like he was winning over Gian Piero Gasperini Ziolkowski took a while to adjust but he soon fitted in well into the Italian’s trademark back three.

His situation is now attracting the attention of Newcastle United, who have already dispatched officials to keep an eye on the centre-back.

Newcastle United transfer interest ahead of summer

Sport.pl reports that if the 20-year-old’s situation does not change, there is every possibility that he could leave Roma in the summer.

The outlet noted how well he has progressed this season, despite few expecting him to make an impression. Ivan Ndika impressed when he was at the African Cup of Nations but his game time proved unsustainable. Even with the Ivorians, the youngster did a lot to win over the fans.

Because of this, he has also become a part of the Poland national team, which shows that his stock has definitely risen.

If things don’t change, a move to Newcastle United could be possible. Magpies’ scouts have watched him ‘several times’ and there is also interest from Italy, France and the Netherlands.

A source told game: : “We are considering every move that would allow Janáček to play. That includes leaving.”

The same source also said that Ziolkowski has been training well but has not been getting enough game time as a result.

“He hasn’t displeased the coach. He’s been training very well, has the best performance results of his career, and has also put in a lot of physical effort.”

Our Thought: Maybe pressure for more playing time

sports witness Newcastle United’s interest in Daniel Gilardi has already been covered. So if Eddie Howe’s side have kept an eye on the Italian, it would be no surprise if Ziolkowski caught their eye too. This is no shock as it is quite difficult to quickly adopt Gasperini’s ideas at a young age.

Even if the Magpies like him, this could be an attempt to force more game time.

For now, Newcastle United should keep a close eye on the young player and his development. He has clearly promised, even if it is too early for him to go to England. How he progresses his development over the next few months could determine everything about his future.

The Los Angeles Rams have been busy since the NFL offseason began last month, and executives from rival teams have been fans of how they’ve adapted to their latest creation for a Super Bowl run.

After falling a bit short of reaching the Big Game earlier this year, the LA Rams brain trust is motivated to finish the story in 2026. And why not? They will bring back most of last year’s roster, including reigning NFL MVP Matthew Stafford.

However, they must improve if they want to overcome division rivals and defending league champions, the Seattle Seahawks. They did so immediately when they made a blockbuster trade for Kansas City Chiefs All-Pro Trent McDuffie. He also added teammate Jaylen Watson in free agency. His aggressiveness has earned the praise of a rival executive.

“It doesn’t make any difference to me,” the executive said. “If you still think you’re in the window and you have Matt Stafford coming back, you’ve got to do everything you can to try to win it one more time. They still have a first-round pick.”

Exec praises visionary thinking of Los Angeles Rams contract for Trent McDuffie

Additionally, pairing McDuffie with Watson in L.A. especially after working well together in Kansas City drew praise from another NFL decision-maker.

“Corner is a position where even the top guys are hard to be consistent year after year, but I like how aggressive they were,” the executive said. “Their biggest need by far was to have more size in the secondary, to be more competitive. You’re pairing McDuffie with Watson so they can come together, communicate well together, build rapport.”

While some NFL evaluators questioned the LA Rams’ decision to make McDuffie the highest-paid corner in the league ($31 million annual average), another executive felt the price tag was a smart piece of forward thinking and not a bad overpay.

“I know they gave McDuffie a lot of money. But teams that accept where the cap is going and can adjust the percentages rather than have sticker shock are ahead of the game,” that executive said. “They realize that $30 million is going to be (more palatable) because other people will get paid.”

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The New England Patriots are still looking to improve after losing to the Seattle Seahawks in the Super Bowl. New England has signed wide receiver Romeo Doubs, offensive lineman Alijah Vera-Tucker and others. However, the Patriots are looking for a top wide receiver, and the NFL believes they will get one.

NFL officials expect the Patriots to acquire wide receiver AJ Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles in June, as The Athletic’s Mike Sandow reports. This will happen after June 1 as it will make more sense from a financial point of view. The Eagles would save approximately $30 million if they traded Brown after June 1 instead of before.

New England needs a true elite wide receiver, and while Dobbs is a nice pickup, Brown is a superstar. The Eagles wide receiver has concerns about his knee and character, leading the Patriots to go with his former head coach, Mike Vrabel, as the top landing spot.

Potential trade package from AJ Brown to the New England Patriots

The Patriots and Eagles need to find a middle ground in trade talks for Brown. Philadelphia wants a first-round pick and a second-round pick; However, New England has not met the demands. Instead, both sides are likely to wait until June 1 to find the best package.

After signing Dobbs, the Patriots must offer a second-round pick, a fourth-round pick and wide receiver Keyshawn Bout. New England will have a wide receiver room of Brown, Dobbs, Kyle Williams, Mack Hollins, Demario Douglas, Afton Chism and any other additions from the 2026 NFL Draft.

If the Patriots acquire Brown, Boute would be expendable and in return would give the Eagles a deep threat. If Philadelphia wants to replace Brown and make a push for the Super Bowl, the 23-year-old wide receiver would be an excellent option. Also, the organization will receive a selection in return.

If Boutte is not moved, the Patriots must trade a first-round pick and a fourth-round pick to complete the deal. The two teams could also exchange lower round picks to make it a little more attractive for Philadelphia. Perhaps the Patriots could send a fifth-round pick while receiving a seventh-round pick.

There are several ways for the Browns to complete the trade. Whether it’s just a package of draft picks or another player is included, a deal has to be made for New England and Philadelphia. The Patriots want Brown, and NFL officials expect the trade to be completed in June.

READ MORE: AJ Brown to the New England Patriots? 4 more potential trades before the 2026 NFL Draft

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Manchester United have identified Benfica’s Samuel Dahl as a transfer target for the summer window.

The Sweden international left his country when AS Roma signed him from Djurgårdens IF in 2024. Before his move to AS Roma, Manchester United had kept an eye on him.

His decision to join the Serie A team did not work out as the left-back only played three matches. The transfer probably came too soon for the now 23-year-old.

Therefore, the Italian club let him join Benfica on loan in January 2025 before selling him later that year.

Dahl has played 68 matches for the Eagles so far and 46 have been in this season. His league statistics per game are as follows:

• Intercept: 0.5
• Tackle: 2.7
• Possession won (final third): 0.2
• Ball recovered: 4.5
• Clearance: 1.5
• Blocked Shots: 0.2
• Duel won: 4.8

Fullback attracts Manchester United

sports witness first broadcast news tottenham hotspur and sending crystal palace His scouts to follow Benfica’s matches.

However, Manchester United are considering that and Wednesday’s edition record A major report with ‘Dahl seduces United’ written in bold.

He now plays an important role under Jose Mourinho, reviving the memory of the Red Devils following him from the past.

The Old Trafford club have sent their scouts to follow the Swede more than 10 times this season and are pleased with the information gathered so far.

Record Status: ‘The English club appreciates the full-back’s physical strength and the fact that he has already shown his ability to adapt to different systems and even to different areas of the field at Benfica.’

This has convinced Manchester United to consider making an offer in the next window. However, the newspaper makes no mention of the fee they are willing to pay or Benfica’s demand or stance towards a summer sale.

Last week, Sport Witness covered Spain’s claim Manchester United are moving towards the signing of Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde. It seems Michael Carrick’s side are looking to improve on this situation this season.

Sweden contracts, prices and agent information

Samuel Dahl’s contract is until 2029 transfer market He is worth €12m. However, his club are likely to demand more considering AS Roma maintain 40% sale-on clause.

Swedish agency Futnation, owned by agent Miralem Jaganjak, is looking after the player’s interest and future.

Francesco Pio Esposito is arguably one of the best youngsters in the game at the moment, and Newcastle United have been offered little transfer incentive.

earlier this month, sports witness Covered claims from Italy regarding the Magpies’ interest in the Inter Milan player.

Tuttosport reported Newcastle United sending officials to the Nerazzurri’s 1-1 draw against Atalanta two weeks ago. He is sure the striker has attracted the attention of Eddie Howe’s team, who have been keeping an eye on him for several weeks.

The newspaper also quashed any hopes of a transfer, as Esposito is close to a new contract at Inter. He will also get a bigger salary in the renewal, which will keep him till 2031.

Now, a potential price tag for the Italy international has been revealed.

€80 million is likely to be enough

IT migration market Make it clear that there is currently a price for everyone at Inter Milan. This was mainly because they failed to progress beyond the UEFA Champions League playoffs. As a result, they have made much less money than last season, when they qualified for the Champions League final.

So even though the Nerazzurri publicly present a strong stance regarding Francesco Pio Esposito, things are not so certain. A ‘Beware Newcastle’ warning has also been issued by the outlet.

That’s because if a suitor like the Tyneside club made an offer of €80m, CEO Beppe Marotta would be willing to accept it. That’s a lot of money for Inter, who didn’t make a single major sale last summer. They make occasional sales of major players and cannot reject big offers.

Even if they do tie Esposito to a new deal, it would only be a way to increase his valuation in the market.

Our take: Newcastle United may not need Esposito

There is no doubt about the talent of Francesco Pio Esposito. He has already become a key player for the Italian national team, let alone for Inter.

But Newcastle United spent big money on Nick Voltemed last summer. They also signed Yoan Vissa for a significant sum of money.

Granted, both players have performed largely poorly, but it may be difficult to spend big on a second striker. Furthermore, Howe’s team could still lose key midfielders in the summer. This would change a lot of their priorities, making Esposito simply a luxury signing.

However it is possible and Newcastle United have expressed interest.

🇪🇸 Lewis Hall | Barcelona identifies Newcastle United player

🤡 Estimated valuation is ridiculous
❌ Barça’s idea will come to an end with financial realityhttps://t.co/5rz8w7y2PW #nufc

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 27 March 2026

Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Sporting’s Maxi Araujo in the summer.

The Uruguay international is attracting the interest of a number of clubs and Chelsea and Tottenham are both on the list.

Araújo joined the Lions from Mexican side Toluca in August 2024. He has been a regular, operating mainly as a left-back, and occasionally as a wing-back and winger.

This season, he has played 35 matches and 27 were as left-back. In those matches he has scored six goals and provided four assists.

League statistics per game will give an idea of ​​his overall play in both attack and defence.

• Big chances made: 2
• Main Street: 1.2
• Shots on target: 0.6
• Goal conversion: 13%
• Interception: 1.1
• Tackle: 1.9
• Ball Recovery: 3.8
• Clearance: 1.3
• Duel won: 5.8

Their performance and versatility can make them an attractive option in the market, and one that will not go unnoticed.

Chelsea and Tottenham travel for Maxi Araujo

Fullback is on the front page of today’s edition record. His favorite players are the Blues, Spurs, AC Milan and Atletico Madrid, with ‘Crazy for Maxi’ written all over them in bold letters.

In the report, the newspaper details the work done so far by the two Premier League sides and others.

Earlier this week, Sporting overcame a 3-0 first leg defeat by defeating Bodø/Glimt in the Champions League last 16. The Lions won the match 5–1 in extra time and secured a place in the quarter-finals.

Araújo played 110 minutes and scored the fourth goal in extra time, which was crucial for Sporting to advance in the competition.

Napoli and Atalanta have already taken a look at him.

‘Interest has increased’ as Chelsea, Tottenham, La Liga sides and the Rossoneri are now keen. In fact, four clubs went to Portugal specifically to watch the South American.

The Blues signed Giovani Quenda and Dario Assugo from the Lions in 2025. Earlier in the season, Sport Witness broadcast news Chelsea are traveling to Portugal in search of more players.

Chelsea, Spurs and two other clubs have gathered positive reports about Araújo and whether that is enough to make a move is not yet clear.

Why can summer deals be complicated?

Sporting, from their perspective, want to offer him an extension to improve on his current salary of €650-700k per year. He has a release clause of €80 million and whether this will increase with a new deal is unclear.

Maxi Araujo has a contract until 2029, and Transfermarkt keeps his value €25m. The agency manages the GBG Global Business Group player. They manage 83 players including Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Santiago Bueno.

🇦🇷 Ian Subiabre | Chelsea groundwork faces new challenge ➡️ Arsenal’s strength for wonderkidhttps://t.co/qFhasGbytm #cfc #afc

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 19 March 2026

Chelsea and Newcastle United are among the clubs chasing 1. FC Koln’s Said El Mala.

The Bundesliga side signed the winger from Victoria Köln in June 2024 and sent him back on loan.

He arrived at FC Köln the previous summer and his performances in his first season drew attention from Chelsea, Newcastle United and other clubs.

The 19-year-old is in his first season in the top division and has performed brilliantly for his club, scoring nine goals and providing three assists in 26 league appearances. His statistics per game are quite impressive.

• Shots: 1.9
• Shots on target: 0.8
• Goals per game: 0.62
• Assists per game: 0.21
• Goals + assists: 0.83

His rise in the Bundesliga has led to interest from several clubs, particularly the Premier League. This includes Chelsea, Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion.

Chelsea ready to spend to beat others

Brighton have long been pursuing the Germany U21 international and made an offer in the winter market, and it was rejected by FC Köln.

El Mala has parted ways with his long-term agent and his parents are looking after his future.

On Wednesday, Sports Witness Covered claims from Germany That his new agent has agreed a deal in principle with Brighton. The source said the Seagulls are preparing to increase their offer to €35m plus bonuses.

Cologne City GazetteThe German club’s local newspaper covered it and gave their opinion on the matter, including the Blues and Eddie Howe’s side.

FC Köln did not receive any official offer from Brighton, while his parents did not explicitly state that he wanted to leave. Negotiations will only take place if a bid of €40m is on the table.

There are several clubs willing to pay more than the requested amount, but they have no intention of signing his brother, Malek, who represents FC Colón U21. Newcastle United and Chelsea have both been mentioned.

Magpies officials have already watched him in live action and even visited him at the Hyatt Hotel earlier this month. Meanwhile, his former agent held talks with Chelsea in February.

Liam Rosenior’s team ‘willing to pay’ €45m [€5m more than requested price] And offer him a seven-year contract worth €5m per year. This is likely to see him beat off Eddie Howe, Brighton and others in the summer transfer race.

However, El Mala knows that he will not get regular playing time at Stamford Bridge and could go out on loan. This can’t happen in Brighton.

Transfer battle brewing involving PL trio

El Mala are likely to move to the Premier League after this season. With the Blues, Howe’s side and Brighton keen, there could be a battle in the summer window.

Chelsea are clearly willing to pay more, given the chances of beating Newcastle United and the Seagulls. However, the sporting aspect could have a big impact on where the German is next.

The attacker has a contract until 2030 transfer market He is worth €40m.

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Galatasaray’s Baris Alper Yilmaz is on the transfer agenda for Newcastle United, Crystal Palace and Brighton & Hove Albion.

Last season, the winger scored 14 goals and six assists in 48 matches. This resulted in Premier League transfer links, but no concrete movements.

He extended his good form this season, scoring 10 goals and providing 14 assists in 40 matches. Newcastle United, Crystal Palace and Brighton have taken note of the 25-year-old.

Yilmaz has scored six goals and nine assists in 23 league matches with 20 starts.

In the Super Lig, he has an xG of 6.98 and XA of 3.94 and has created nine big chances this season and missed only one big chance. Per game, he has 0.9 shots on goal, 2 important passes and 1.7 successful dribbles.

This may have convinced Newcastle United, Crystal Palace and Brighton to shift their attention to the Türkiye international.

Baris Alper Yilmaz’s PL lovers are increasing

Earlier this month, Sport Witness Covered claims from Türkiye Chelsea’s desire to sign the player in the summer. The source reported a price of €45–50m.

As such Now report on the latest on Crystal Palace and the Seagulls from Eddie Howe. All three clubs have been in contact with his agent and have been pursuing him for some time.

His performances may have convinced the Premier League trio to take a closer look at him. The trio will send their scouts to Anfield to watch Baris Alper Yilmaz live against Liverpool on Wednesday.

The first leg of the Champions League in Istanbul ended with a 1–0 victory for the Turkish club and the attacker played the full 90 minutes. He is likely to start tomorrow for the main clash as he has made 10 starts in the competition this season.

Newcastle United, the London club and Fabian Herzeler’s team will continue to monitor him until the end of the season.

Takvim said it is considered ‘highly likely’ that Galatasaray will receive offers for the player in the summer. There is no mention of the fee required to secure his services.

Contract, price and agent information

Baris Alper Yilmaz’s rise since the start of last season has helped improve his value. transfer market He is now valued at €26m, an increase of €1m from October 2025. This is the highest of his career so far.

With contracts until 2028, Premier League sides will likely need more. Galatasaray expect this to be a big move and have rejected €40m in the past.

TM Agency represents Yilmaz and the majority of their client list consists of Turkish players.

Rangers are already working on summer recruitment plans, and this process recently took their scouting network to Portugal.

The Ibrox club remains in the race for the title in the Scottish Premiership. However, Celtic’s pursuit of Hearts has also highlighted a lack of depth in a number of areas Danny Rohl’s Squad. Injuries and rotation demands have forced the Rangers to rely heavily on a relatively small number of players throughout the season.

The midfield should be boosted by the expected return of Connor Barron in April. Nevertheless, planning for the next window continues behind the scenes. As a result, Rangers scouts were present at the Estadio do Dragão on Sunday to watch FC Porto face Moreranse.

As reported, the Scottish Premiership side was one of several clubs monitoring the match record. Representatives from Sevilla, Saint-Étienne, Alaves and Stuttgart were also in attendance.

The game proved straightforward for Porto, who secured a comfortable 3–0 victory at home.

Porto’s attacking talent attracts attention

Porto’s performance featured several standout performances in the eyes of Rangers and the local press highlighted several players.

midfielder Victor Froholdt Kept the tempo under control throughout the match. The Danish player provided two assists while setting up goals for Oskar Pietuszewski and William Gomes. His influence spread across the pitch, with strong involvement in transition and defensive work.

Pietuszewski also attracted attention. The Polish winger scored the second goal for Porto and has now scored three times in four matches. His pace and direct running caused constant problems for the Moreirense defence.

Despite conceding three goals, Moreense goalkeeper André Ferreira made six saves to keep the scoreline respectable for the visitors.

Meanwhile, their usual top performers did not rise to the occasion. Attacking midfielder Allen played as a striker and failed to perform. Young centre-back Diogo Travassos also had trouble stopping Porto’s efforts.

Despite strong performances, most of Porto’s standout players will likely sit beyond Rangers’ realistic transfer reach. The Portuguese giants regularly charge substantial fees for their leading talents.

Two experienced options could fit Rangers profile

However, if Rangers are indeed monitoring the game with recruitment in mind, the two players involved in the match may represent more sensible targets.

One is 28-year-old left-back Zaidu Sanusi. Sanusi started the match and played for 65 minutes before being substituted. Having spent several seasons at Porto and gaining experience of European competition, the Nigerian international offers athleticism and experience.

A natural attacking full-back, Sanusi provides pace down the flanks and defensive recovery pace. Those qualities may appeal to Rangers, especially given the physical demands of Scottish football.

Another interesting profile is that of 29-year-old holding midfielder Pablo Rosario.

Rosario entered the match in the 66th minute replacing Sanusi and Porto reshaped their formation. Operating centrally, he completed 24 of his 28 passes, a success rate of 86%. He was particularly secure in possession in deep areas, completing all nine of his passes in his own half. He also recovered the ball twice in the defensive zone.

Although neither player is one of Porto’s major stars, both bring experience and tactical reliability. For a Rangers side looking to strengthen squad depth while remaining financially disciplined, profiles like Sanusi and Rosario could represent sensible additions. danny rohl.

And with the summer drawing to a close, Rangers’ scouting presence in Portugal suggests the search is already well underway.

Manchester City has become the latest club to join Newcastle United and others in the pursuit of Juventus’ Pierre Kalulu. The Premier League pair could battle for his signature in the summer.

Italian journalist Mirco Di Natale is reporting the same.

he took xWhat was once known as Twitter, for covering the latest on defenders, is now in the mix with Manchester City and Newcastle United.

The 25-year-old joins the Serie A team from AC Milan on loan with an option to buy in August 2024. The Turin club made his stay permanent the following year, after starring for him.

Kalulu’s impressive performances for Juventus have not gone unnoticed, especially in the Premier League.

Growing interest in Kalulu

Three months ago, Sports Witness news broadcast from Italy The centre-back is valued at €30m. Last week, we Covered Claims Manchester United and Liverpool are interested in signing him.

Di Natale supports this and reports that both the Red Devils and Arne Slot have solid interest in the France international. He said that Manchester City has entered the pursuit of the defender.

According to the journalist, Manchester City and Newcastle United have sent their scouts on several occasions to follow Kalulu closely.

Premier League competition

Pep Guardiola’s side and Newcastle United face stiff competition from a number of clubs, but the Magpies could have the advantage.

Earlier this year, Kalulu spoke about His close relationship with the Magpies’ Sandro Tonali. At the time he was asked about a friendship given Juventus’ interest in the midfielder.

Kalulu said: “Sandro is a friend, we won the Scudetto together, and I am very close to him.

“He is definitely a strong player, but now we are in two different teams: I wish him all the best, but today I am happy with my teammates with whom I play. Then… we will see.”

Eddie Howe’s side could turn it around. Rather than signing Tonali being beneficial to Juventus, Newcastle United could use this friendship to lure Kalulu.

Our opinion: Summer transfer possible

Manchester City, Newcastle United and other English clubs believe it is possible to lure Kalulu away from Juventus.

The Old Lady may insist on their exit in order to raise funds, especially if they fail to qualify for the Champions League. Juventus are now sixth in the table and one point behind fourth-placed Como.

In recent weeks, Italian sources have apparently been pushing to bring the player to market. Even if they are not being explicit about it, Juventus are looking for a sale.

Kalulu’s contract runs until 2029 and is worth €28m transfer market. In the event of a sale, Juve would demand a higher figure than this.

The versatile defender is represented caa stellarWho have many clients in the Premier League. A highly experienced and well-connected agency, they are well placed to negotiate a move to Newcastle United or Manchester City.

earlier this month, sports witness Belgian claims about Arsenal’s interest in Aleksandar Stankovic covered up.

This came as the London side were also mentioned as contenders in Italy, with Inter Milan having a buyback clause for the player.

The Nerazzurri sold the midfielder to Club Brugge, where the player is thriving. He has scored seven times and assisted five times in all competitions.

He has also impressed in the Champions League, which is perhaps an indication of why Arsenal are interested.

Some background has now emerged on the Gunners’ interest and it comes from Italy.

Arsenal is sending officials for Stankovic

transfer market Reports on the 20-year-old’s future suggest Inter Milan are keen to bring him back.

The Serie A leaders can exercise a €23m buyback clause in the summer. The club is convinced of the idea, Henrikh Mkhitaryan has reached his peak. The youngster is being seen as a replacement for the Armenian, who has struggled in the last few months.

Meanwhile, Inter are aware of the Premier League’s interest. Arsenal are sending an official to watch the Serbian at Club Brugge’s Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid tonight, reports claim.

The Belgian side played out a 3-3 draw in the first leg of the play-off and Stankovic could have an impact on whether they progress or not.

Arsenal need ‘indecent offer’

The report further clarifies that Inter Milan are likely to re-sign Stankovic and sell him in the summer.

Arsenal may have the chance to do so and may need to make an ‘indecent offer’ to execute the deal. The amount has not been specified but it will be more than €23m. This would help the Nerazzurri make a profit from the sale.

How Stankovic performs in the next few months could also decide things. Even during his time with Inter U19, he had the ability to score goals from midfield. He is living up to that reputation and Arsenal are no strangers to players of that profile.

Newcastle United have impressed at the latest edition of the Brazilian Youth Cup, and are preparing for another focused scouting campaign in South America.

The Brazilian Youth Cup is officially called the Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior – affectionately known as the ‘Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior’ in Brazil. “cup“ – And it is one of the most traditional tournaments in the country, which has been going on since 1969.

It’s a lightning-fast competition, with 128 teams from across the country coming together for 232 matches in just 23 days. The final is always held on 25 January, the anniversary of the city of São Paulo.

and according to espn brazilNewcastle United sent scouts to Brazil to scout several emerging prospects during the tournament.

Technical level raises Newcastle United’s expectations

ESPN reports that Newcastle were not only keeping an eye on individual players. They were also assessing the overall standard of the competition.

The view inside the club is as it is this year cup Recent editions were rated “significantly higher” in technical level. That perception has strengthened confidence in Brazil as a priority market.

However, Newcastle United have not yet decided on concrete moves. The scouting department is still defining what ESPN describes as “ultimate targets” before any official approach in the summer window.

For European clubs, that mid-year market remains a key moment for structured investment.

Part of broader Brazilian strategy

This latest wave of scouting fits into a broader plan already underway.

In December, we covered How Newcastle United laid the groundwork For a structural transition towards the Brazilian market from 2026. The project is being led by sporting director Ross Wilson, who previously brought nine Brazilian players to Nottingham Forest between 2023 and 2025.

The purpose of St James’s Park is clear. Newcastle want to enter scouting and talks first. They are targeting players up to 22 years of age keeping in mind the development potential and resale value.

In that context, the Copinha is not just a youth tournament. It is a testing ground for the recruitment model Newcastle want to expand.

what happens next

While the final decisions are pending, Newcastle United will not slow down their monitoring.

The club plans to keep a close eye on Brazil’s U17 and U20 competitions. The U20 Brazilian League, which starts this week, is already on their radar. The Scouts are also expected to participate in youth tournaments in other South American countries.

The next steps will depend on internal assessment in the coming months. Still the direction is accurate.

Newcastle are no longer treating Brazil as a casual opportunity. They are building a pipeline. cup This appears to confirm that the supply of talent remains strong – and the Magpies want to be at the front of the queue.

Wolves have emerged as a new contender to sign Yassine Titraoui from Royal Charleroi SC.

That’s according to journalist Sascha Tavolieri, and he covers the latest on Wolves in his column sky sport ch.

The Algerian joined Jupiler Pro League from Paradou AC in July 2024 and quickly settled in Europe.

He played 62 matches and contributed 10 goals. [six goals and four assists] Of which four goals and two assists are from 30 matches this season.

Wolves accept Titraoui internally

The midfielder’s performances for the Belgian club have caught the attention of the Premier League side. The journalist says Wolves’ head of recruitment is personally leading the transfer.

This comes after Wolves Scouts laid the foundation stone. These authorities had repeatedly searched for the 22-year-old in Belgium, which Tavolieri claims is a sign of concrete interest in them.

Tavolieri claims Rob Edwards’ side are ‘very interested’ in Titraoui and are ‘seriously considering a move’ in the summer.

He says: ‘His [Titraoui’s] ‘The work rate, technical ability and attacking ability perfectly matches the profile Wolverhampton are looking for to strengthen their midfield.’

Competition and threat of degradation

Wolves are now bottom of the table, 17 points behind 17th-placed Nottingham Forest. In case of relegation, Titraoui will not move to Molineux because he does not want to play in the championship.

Furthermore, Edwards’ team will also face competition from other English clubs to sign him.

Earlier this month, Sport Witness Covered Claims Both Leeds United and Sunderland are interested in the Algerian. Daniel Farke’s side are ready to make approaches to bring him to Elland Road after this season.

Tavolieri does not mention any other clubs apart from Wolves but reports competition from England.

he states: ‘If the club remains in the Premier League, discussions can rapidly intensify and a concrete offer can be put forward. On the other hand, if they are relegated, other English clubs could make their move, particularly an ambitious newly promoted side looking to strengthen their squad to compete at the top level.’

The Miami Dolphins are expected to move on from Tua Tagovailoa this offseason, six seasons after making him the fifth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Of course, first-year general manager John-Eric Sullivan and first-year head coach Jeff Hafley may decide that retaining the one-time Pro Bowl quarterback is best for the team’s future.

However, every so often, a new regime wants to get its own quarterback in town. The same could happen with Tagovailoa. However, moving on from a player who is already guaranteed a $54 million salary in 2026 won’t be easy.

Recently, Sports Boom’s NFL insider Jason La Canfora spoke to an unnamed general manager and an unnamed league executive. Neither of them believe the Dolphins are in a good position to move on from Tagovailoa. One GM even said that dolphins are “f-ed”.

Another unnamed NFL executive said Tagovailoa has a “terrible contract that no one wants to touch.” Tagovailoa is under contract through 2028, and he is entering season two of a four-year, $212 million deal.

The Dolphins are reportedly willing to eat a large portion of Tagovailoa’s salary to help make the trade more attractive. This may be their only way to get something in return as well as get him off their books.

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