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The Atlanta Hawks essentially hit the reset button when they traded franchise cornerstone Trae Young to the Washington Wizards at the deadline. It’s clear they plan to build around their youth like rising star Jalen Johnson. And their other deadline trade for Jonathan Kuminga solidifies their direction. According to NBA insider Jake Fisher, the name of the game for the Hawks is to identify potential young talent, which they hope to do with the signing of Keyshawn Gilbert to a two-way contract roster spot.

With the Hawks signing Keyshawn Gilbert, all three two-way contract spots on their roster have been filled. The Hawks had an open spot after converting Caleb Houston’s two-way to a standard deal. Gilbert joins Christian Koloko and Raze Dennis as the Hawks’ two-way contract players.

Gilbert is on a new term with the Wizards as part of a 10-day contract. During that period, he appeared in three games, at a rate of approximately 16 minutes per game. He averaged 2.0 points, 1.7 rebounds and 1.0 assists while shooting 50 percent from 2-point range and 100 percent from the free-throw line.

His best game came in his first game with the Wizards, even though they lost to the Brooklyn Nets. He finished with a well-rounded stat line of four points, three rebounds, two assists and three blocked shots in a little over 28 minutes. He went a perfect 4-of-4 from the free-throw line.

After going undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft, Gilbert joined the Wizards for training camp on an Exhibit 10 contract. He was waived before the start of the season, and was playing for their G League affiliate, the Capital City Go-Go’s.

Eintracht Frankfurt defender Nnamdi Collins’ recent change of agent could facilitate a move to Liverpool this summer.

This is according to Sky Germany. There is a small update on the 22-year-old on their website today. It appears he is preparing for a big move this summer.

According to their information, Collins wants to leave Eintracht Frankfurt in the summer.

He has already started laying the groundwork for the move by changing his agents. The report does not specify which agency the defender has joined.

But Collins has made it clear he is looking to take the next step in his career. Sky then added their information, stating that Liverpool is one of the interested clubs.

liverpool is scouting

In fact, the Reds have recently discovered a defender. He also took a closer look when the two sides met in the Champions League in October. Collins was a substitute in that game.

Of course, Liverpool have a solid relationship with the German side after signing Hugo Ekitike in the summer transfer window.

Those negotiations went quickly and smoothly and it’s easy to see the positives should talks begin over Collins in the summer.

The 22-year-old has a deal until 2030 so Frankfurt are under no pressure to sell. The Bundesliga side could demand a top price to secure a bigger return on the player who cost them €1m in 2023.

Premier League interest

In fact, he beat off Premier League competition at the time to sign from Borussia Dortmund II. Sport Witness covered various reports on Collins before that move.

For example, Chelsea and Manchester City were in a little fight Three years ago for that. Of course, neither of them could acquire him, and he was instead developed in Frankfurt.

Now he’s planning a big move this summer. This has led to a change of agents, with Liverpool looking keen.

Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Tolu Arokodare has revealed how he irritates Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana when they meet on the pitch.

Het Belang van Limburg has the Wolves striker’s comments today. He is busy celebrating after he and his team beat Aston Villa 2-0 at the weekend. Despite his dislike for the weather.

Arokodare was on the bench for the game but came on as a substitute in the second half. This gave him another opportunity to come up against Onana.

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The Wolves striker has a strong connection with Belgium having played for years in the country. This has seen him maintain links with some of the Belgian squad currently at Villa Park.

Onana is chief among them, and Arokodare admits that he cannot help teasing him when they meet on the pitch.

“Andre! (Amadou Onana) I always call him that, jokingly.” He said.

“After the Man United goalkeeper. We have a good relationship. During the first leg, we clashed, a real clash, fortunately, we did not suffer any consequences.”

belgium hopes

Although there has been light tinkering on the pitch, Arokodare is still wishing Belgium all the best for the World Cup this summer.

He spent two years and seven months playing for the country from January 2023 to September 2025. The 2024/25 season was his most successful to date, scoring 21 league goals to win the Golden Boot. He also won the Ebony Shoe as the country’s best African player.

That, clearly, is a time he remembers fondly and as a result he is hoping for success for the Aston Villa midfielder. This is despite their ongoing rivalry.

“My years at KRC Genk have given me a bit of Belgian blood, so I hope they will do well,” He added.

“I also have a lot of friends at the Red Devils: Zeno (Debast), Maarten (Vandevoort), Openda, Onana… Hopefully, Brian (Henen) and Mats (Smets) will also make the World Cup squad.”

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💬 “The weather in Wolverhampton isn’t really normal anymore. I swear, it’s been raining non-stop. Yesterday was the first day of the year when the sun shone. The first day, you know!”https://t.co/kdmwdgqNL9 #wwfc #wolvesfc

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 3 March 2026

Julio Enciso has admitted he was not happy at Brighton & Hove Albion, as he is now enjoying life in France.

Le Figaro covered the 22-year-old’s comments today Because he wants to get his career back on track in Strasbourg.

The midfielder joined the French club for €9.5m last summer, ending a three-year stay with them before joining the Seagulls for €11.6m in 2022.

Enciso would make only 57 appearances in total for the club. This was largely due to injuries that held him back.

A meniscus injury in 2023 cost him 38 games for club and country and spent 184 days on the treatment table.

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The second half of last season’s loan spell at Ipswich Town was also cut short by injuries. That frustration led him to move to France this summer, where he has been impressing this season.

He has already played 24 times for Strasbourg this season, starting 15 of their 18 games so far in Ligue 1. He has justified that status too, with eight goals and three assists in 24 games in all competitions so far.

The Paraguayan is also the joint-top goalscorer in the French Cup with five goals so far. Le Figaro described him as the main architect of their impressive performance in the competition to date.

Becoming a star under O’Neal

He’s clearly having fun with Gary O’Neill. The former Wolves boss employed him as a ‘playmaker’ in the middle of the pitch.

Enciso is enjoying the support he is receiving, admitting he has never been happy at Brighton in recent years.

“I admit that I went through a very difficult period,” He said.

“I wasn’t happy at Brighton. But here I have the support of my teammates, my coach and I’m doing a lot of personal work as well.”

If Flaco Lopez is sold, Arsenal could find themselves at the end of a transfer domino effect involving other London rivals, with Brazilian side Palmeiras preparing a move for Gabriel Jesus.

A report from a local insider outlet pig soul State say Palmeiras will consider offers in the region of £34m (€40m) for Lopez in the next window. The Argentinian striker has recently been linked with a move to Brazil tottenham, fulham and west ham united.

There is no formal bid on the table yet, with Tottenham being the latest and strongest into the picture, but he is expected to leave after the World Cup. So, Palmeiras is already planning for that scenario behind the scenes.

The idea is clear. If Lopez leaves for that level of fee, the Brazilian side will want an immediate and high-profile replacement. He has no intention of weakening his attack after the big selloff.

€40m trigger and immediate response

Internally, Palmeiras sees £34m (€40m) as a strategic limit. If an offer reaches that level, the club will seriously consider a deal.

At the same time, he believes losing Lopez would be difficult without a ready successor. their competitiveness will be harmed. Therefore, financial studies and contract feasibility investigations are already underway. That preparation has a direct impact on Arsenal.

That’s because according to Espirito De Porco, Gabriel Jesus is the priority target should Lopez leave. The 28-year-old is seen as the first name on the list.

Before going to Europe, Jesus went through the Academy of Palmeiras. He later played for Manchester City and is now at Arsenal, where he remains under contract. And he never hid his desire To play again for Palmeiras.

Why does this matter to Arsenal?

If Tottenham move forward with a serious offer for Lopez, Palmeiras would move quickly for Jesus. In other words, the London transfer series could end up on Arsenal’s doorstep.

Of course, many layers still need to be aligned. Palmeiras has to be sold first. They would then need to assess Jesus’ contractual situation and financial feasibility. The player’s own stance will also be decisive.

At the moment, there is no official offer for Lopez and no approach for Jesus. Nevertheless, work is underway on the ground in Brazil.

If one of Arsenal’s London rivals triggers the £34 million (€40 million) mechanism, the butterfly effect could be triggered – and Arsenal would be the final piece in that order.

Last weekend, sports witness Covered the latest on Juventus’ continued interest in Tottenham’s Randal Kolo Muani.

The Old Lady tried to sign the striker in January. Any deal at that point always seemed complicated and never came close to completion. That hasn’t stopped Juve from potentially keeping an eye on bringing the Frenchman back to Turin.

The striker has had his share of problems at Tottenham but has a goal under his belt under Igor Tudor. He impressed under the Croatian at Juve last season and this could prove vital for the rest of the current campaign.

Meanwhile, Juve are hopeful of re-signing him from Paris Saint-Germain.

Deal worth less than €50m

tuttosport Report that even though Juve want to keep Dusan Vlahovic, they would like another striker. The Tottenham player is seen as the perfect replacement, with the belief that he can work well with the Serbian.

Relocation is also considered economically attractive. This is because they feel Kolo Muani would cost just under €50m and is therefore affordable.

Tuttosport – a Turin newspaper – reports that ‘everything has been sorted’ over a summer deal with PSG. This will be crucial and Kolo Muani’s experience from last season is also weighing heavily in their favour.

Lois Openda, signed last summer, is expected to depart. This will give the current Tottenham player a chance to play regularly.

possibility of over-optimism

Tuttosport is no stranger to being over-optimistic about Juve. In fact, he was confident that Kolo Muani would join in the summer and then again in January.

This is another example of that. Juve and PSG were involved in a heated exchange of words last summer after the Italian side failed to sign the French player. The blame game continued for weeks, which is likely to affect relations between the clubs.

Given how PSG owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi operates, the rift could very well continue. Juventus may believe everything is in its place, but it is PSG who takes the decisions.

on weekends, sports witness TuttoSport covered claims about Tottenham’s interest in Juventus defender Federico Gatti.

Spurs’ move for the Italian was largely dependent on Igor Tudor and whether he would remain beyond the ongoing campaign. He is on a short-term deal but the newspaper highlighted Gattis’ good relationship with the manager.

Against AS Roma at the weekend, the defender shone for Juve. He came off the bench after just 90 minutes and scored the stoppage-time equaliser. He also scored against Galatasaray in a dramatic Champions League playoff second leg.

With his future in doubt amid talk of Tottenham, Gatty’s father has come out to fight for him.

Gatti is fighting for Juve

Spoke to the centre-back’s father Ludovic tuttosport About his son’s struggles over the past few months. He explained in detail about his injury problems and what he had to go through to prove many people wrong.

He said: “It’s been an unlucky year for my son. Last season it cost him an injury in the spring which affected him under Tudor. He’s carried that problem with him into this season, then a bad flu when Spalletti arrived in November and finally a meniscus.”

Ludovic also praised the Italy defender’s attitude, making it clear that Luciano Spalletti was not playing him well enough.

“Now he is bitter because he wants to play more, but it would be strange if he did not: fortunately he does not accept this fate, thank God, because professionals should always aim for the best.”

Gatti’s father also appeared to have a message for the likes of Tottenham, making it clear the player wants to make his mark in Turin.

“He doesn’t care about a good contract: he wants to feel alive with the satisfaction of playing, so he will fight to get his place back“

Gatti is a fighter

The 27-year-old has never been technically exceptional but has always performed well as a pure defender. His recent rise also reflects his mentality, especially since Gatti never looked like a strong starter for Spalletti.

The defender has had quite a humble journey in the game and his fighting attitude reflects that. Unfortunately, his shortcomings on the ball can let him down, as Spalletti generally prefers technically strong defenders.

While the player’s father wants the best for him, the Italy international may actually be for sale.

His contract in Turin expires in 2030 and this could prove profitable for Juve. The Bianconeri paid an initial €7.5m to sign him in 2022 and if a club like Tottenham meets their asking price, the Old Lady will make a huge capital gain.

Tactically and financially, his exit would make sense for Spalletti’s side.

in November, sports witness Ipswich Town’s Arizente Muric’s comments regarding his ongoing loan at Sassuolo were covered.

The goalkeeper explained that he is now looking for a club to join permanently, as he enjoys his time in Italy. He hinted at the possibility of remaining at the Serie A team, who are punching above their weight this season.

Muric is key in this, having emerged as arguably one of the best keepers in the Italian top-flight. He has started all but one league game and has kept six clean-sheets.

Now, Sassuolo CEO Giovanni Carnevali has spoken about the Ipswich Town player.

Sassuolo could demand Muric waiver from Ipswich

The Italian spoke to Radio GR1 about several Sassuolo players. He was asked specifically about Muric and expressed his admiration for the player while hinting at a permanent move.

Carnevali said- relayed by tutomercatoweb: : “He’s a player we’ve signed on loan with an option to buy. He’s doing very well, and it’s not that surprising. We have an option to buy from Ipswich, and we’ll evaluate him accordingly.”

Furthermore, Carnevali hinted at the fact that Sassuolo could demand a possible discount in a permanent deal for Muric.

“He is showing great value, and in the right circumstances, he is a player who has given us a lot. I think he is one of the most promising players and has shown the best things in this league.”

what happens from here

As things stand, the Italian side have the option to buy Muric permanently for just €10m.

Although this is not a huge sum by English football standards, it could be problematic for Sassuolo. They may need to sell one or two key players in Ismail Kone or Armand Lorient to finance a permanent deal.

It remains to be seen whether Ipswich Town are ready to negotiate. Muric has impressed enough in Italy to command a €10m fee. Having played for three different clubs in England, he could also attract interest from Premier League clubs.

So Sassuolo may simply have to meet the asking price or possibly lose Muric in the summer.

While the headlines from the Houston Rockets’ 123-118 win over the Washington Wizards on Monday focused on Trae Young’s bizarre “zero-second” ejection, the real story for basketball purists happened after the final buzzer. Kevin Durant, despite a grueling 37 minutes, stayed on the field at Capital One Arena to mentor one of the league’s newest faces.

Durant was seen pulling Wizards rookie Keyshawn George aside for a lengthy conversation after the game. The 14-time All-Star appeared to be giving the 22-year-old pointers about his positioning and shot selection, demonstrating once again that he is truly a student of the game who never misses an opportunity to coach the next generation.

KD loves basketball. Even after playing 37 minutes, he is still giving the other team’s youngsters pointers that they can use for the rest of their careers. pic.twitter.com/HvUUvyak7m

– Lachard Binkley (@BinkleyHoops) 3 March 2026

On the court, Durant was his usual efficient self. “Slim Reaper” finished the night with 30 points and 7 rebounds. He led a Rockets attack that benefited a Wizards team that was clearly upset by the early-game scuffle between Jameer Watkins and Tari Eason. While Alpern Sengun dominated on the interior with 32 points and 13 rebounds, Durant provided a steady veteran hand that kept Houston in control in the second half.

For George, the mid-court readout was probably the highlight of a tough night for the Wizards. The rookie finished with 16 points and two assists in 22 minutes of action, struggling against Houston’s length at times. Getting a private masterclass from one of the greatest scorers in NBA history is a rare perk of the job, and it’s a testament to Durant’s enduring love for the game.

The Wizards will need George to apply that knowledge quickly. Washington continues to slide toward the bottom of the Eastern Conference, with the Rockets improving to 38–22. They’ll look to bounce back on Thursday against the Utah Jazz, hopefully with Trae Young actually on the floor this time.

The Dallas Cowboys are in for another expensive offseason. They are already locked in contract negotiations with a star who wants the highest salary at his position. There may also be a deadlock over the contract of another superstar coming after a year of his career.

The Cowboys have already placed the franchise tag on second-team All-Pro wide receiver George Pickens. The tag for receivers pays Pickens $27 million, well below the market rate of $40 million for superstar receivers. Pickens ranks third in the NFL with 1,429 receiving yards this season, and he will still be only 25 when the 2026 season starts.

Players generally want to avoid the franchise tag, and the same may be the case with Pickens. After all, a long-term contract at a higher rate will provide greater long-term financial security than a one-year deal below market value.

However, placing the franchise tag may not be the last we hear from the Cowboys regarding Pickens’ status this offseason.

According to NFL insider Tony Pauline of Essential Sports, the Cowboys could also trade Pickens now that they have franchise-tagged him.

The Packers used this mentality to tag and trade Davante Adams to the Raiders in 2022. However, the Cowboys have shown no signs of Pickens being available this offseason. Sure, it’s a great way to create leverage, but Pickens appears destined to remain in Dallas until at least 2026.

Perhaps the Cowboys can dispel these silly rumors by getting their new superstar receiver under contract for just over the 2026 season, where he and CeeDee Lamb will form one of the NFL’s best receiver tandems for years to come.

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The Atlanta Hawks caused quite a surprise when they announced plans to host a Magic City themed promotion during one of their home games. Magic City is a famous strip club located in Atlanta that regularly attracts celebrity visitors. But not everyone is in favor of the Hawks’ promotion, including San Antonio Spurs big man Luke Kornet.

Luke Cornett, who runs a public online blog while playing for the Spurs, wrote a new post this week explaining his reasoning for why he thinks the Hawks should cancel their Magic City promotion night.

“This week, the Atlanta Hawks announced a special one-night-only collaboration to celebrate the city’s iconic cultural institution Magic City during the team’s home games against the Orlando Magic on Monday, March 16,” Cornett wrote. Given this fact, I would respectfully ask that the Atlanta Hawks cancel this promotional night with the Magic City.

Cornette explained the potential dangers of working in such an industry, and suggested that the Magic City was not the type of family-friendly business the NBA should be promoting.

The Hawks’ Promotional Night is currently scheduled for March 16 during the team’s home game against the Orlando Magic. Ticket sales for the game have reportedly increased, and the team has already begun selling promotional merchandise.

While Cornette may be against the idea, there are others, like former NBA player Lou Williams, who expressed his support for the effort.

After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2014, there is no denying that the Kansas City Chiefs need to make some changes. We’ve already seen them say goodbye to Matt Nagy, leading to a reunion with Eric Bieniemy. Now it’s time to change the roster.

Even after winning Super Bowls, the Chiefs weren’t afraid to make changes. Sometimes, those decisions don’t work out. Chiefs general manager Brett Veach is ready to admit he made an $80 million mistake.

According to ESPN’s NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Chiefs will release offensive tackle Jawan Taylor. Releasing him would save the Chiefs approximately $20 million in salary cap space.

The 28-year-old started 12 games in Kansas City last season, the third season of a four-year, $80 million contract he signed through 2023. Taylor started 45 games for the Chiefs and helped them win the Super Bowl. Taylor previously spent four seasons with the Jaguars, starting all 66 of his appearances in Jacksonville.

The Jaguars made Taylor the 35th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. The Florida native has played seven seasons and reached the playoffs three times.

Pro Football Focus ranked Taylor 80th out of 89 offensive tackles in 2025, earning positive grades for his work as a pass-blocker (49th out of 89) and negative grades as a run blocker (88th out of 89). Now, as Taylor looks for his next team, expect an offense with a pass-heavy scoring attack to take a long look at him in free agency.

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Sunderland winger Ian Poveda has now arrived in Colombia to complete his move to Inter Bogotá journalist pipe sierra Reporting that the 26-year-old man arrived in Bogotá today from the United Kingdom.

According to Sierra, Poveda was welcomed by Salvatore Simeone and Gonzalo Muñoz, the men responsible for the club’s sporting management and the negotiations that brought the London-born winger back to Colombia. The reception suggests that an official announcement is now only a matter of time.

this update Follows up on earlier reports that Poveda had already reached a full agreement with Inter Bogotá. Now, the process has moved from paperwork to physical presence, which usually signals the final step before confirmation.

The situation was clear since December

For Sunderland, this result has been months in the making. back in decemberAS in Colombia noted that Poveda made his first appearance in 112 days against Norwich City, playing 45 minutes.

Crucially, the outlet insisted that his lengthy absence was not due to injury. Instead, head coach Regis Le Bris left him out of his senior plans.

Despite being under contract at the Stadium of Light until 2027, AS said at the time that Sunderland “may consider transferring him” in the January window. There were no named lovers then. However, the message was clear – his future is not in the Championship.

Since that report, Poveda has remained marginalized. Competition for wider roles has been stiff, and he has not forced his way back into the picture.

The logical conclusion for Sunderland

His arrival in Bogotá now looks like the logical conclusion of that process. Sunderland appear to have found a solution for a player outside the manager’s project.

What remains unclear is the structure of the deal. There has been no confirmation of the transfer fee, nor whether it is a permanent move or a loan. Given the length of his contract, that detail will be relevant to Sunderland’s financial situation.

Either way, Poveda is already in Colombia and has been welcomed by club officials, effectively marking the end of his time at the Stadium of Light. Official confirmation is expected soon.

Timothy Fosu-Mensah has detailed his struggles following Manchester United as he goes almost three years without taking to the pitch.

Voetbal Primeur covered the defender’s comments today. He speaks to ESPN about his struggles after leaving Manchester United in 2021.

The 28-year-old currently has no club after becoming a free agent in July 2024. He was previously at Bayer Leverkusen, whom he joined from Manchester United on a €1.7m deal in January 2021.

He was a youth product at Old Trafford after joining Ajax’s U17 side in 2014 in a €380,000 deal.

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Two years later he made his Premier League debut under Louis van Gaal in February. He also made his European debut in the Europa League later that year under José Mourinho.

A further 30 appearances for Manchester United followed, including a Champions League debut under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in 2020.

He also spent time on loan at Crystal Palace and Fulham but could not settle at either club, Ultimately departing for Leverkusen in 2021. However, he managed only 30 appearances in Germany, totaling 942 minutes.

His career at each club was severely hampered by long-term knee and hamstring problems. Those problems mean he has not played a competitive match since April 2023.

10 year anniversary

It’s a sorry state of affairs for a man who, exactly a decade ago, was making his professional debut for Manchester United. Now he has revealed what his current situation looks like.

“I’m an added value for many teams,” he said.

“I train a lot with other players. I am in a specific position where you have to deal with others in the same situation. They understand the situation very well.

“I feel good, I stay fit and busy every day. Not a day goes by when I’m not busy. Of course, you ideally want to stay fit for your entire career, but that’s part of it.

“If a player has won as well as me and played at the same level, but has never been injured, it is logical that they should choose him. God willing, I will return to the field.”

Goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos has once again made it clear that he wants to join Sevilla permanently, but the final decision rests with Newcastle United.

ABC’s report on the Greek goalkeeper today As her future moves toward summer resolution. He joined Sevilla on loan from Newcastle last summer.

That move soon proved smart, with Vlachodimos establishing himself as the club’s first-choice goalkeeper. Sevilla want to keep him, and several reports have already highlighted their interest.

Sport Witness has covered most of them, many of which have detailed the situation in February alone.

This includes sources close to the player who went public With a report stating their wishes and Vlachodimos could be forced to leave Newcastle if the need arises this summer.

How has he been feeling since going to Spain

It continues today with ABC, he’s talking to the newspaper about different things. This also includes his future.

According to the newspaper, his current plan is to “worry later” about what might happen in the summer. In fact, when he is asked questions he ‘defies’ them and sticks to the script, which was probably given to him by Sevilla.

However, that script makes one thing clear. The 31-year-old player is very happy at Sevilla at the moment.

“No, I’m very happy in Sevilla,” He said.

“I think it’s clear that I enjoy playing every match with this team. I will try to give my best every day and that makes me feel very happy.

“I spoke to the manager, the president and the sporting director about the club’s situation in La Liga. But for me, the most important thing from day one is that this experience has been a gift since I arrived.

“I just wanted to play and be able to give the team my all. This place is exactly how I imagined it.”

Newcastle United in control

His situation is very much in Newcastle’s hands, as they will set his price in the summer. Given that his contract at St James’ Park runs until 2028, this could prove problematic.

It remains to be seen what their plans are, and it seems Vlachodimos is waiting for that answer along with everyone else.

“The truth is that I still have a contract with Newcastle and they make decisions, I don’t know what will happen in the future,” He added.

“I don’t really think I can answer these questions about the future. I don’t really know what’s going to happen this summer. To be honest, I have a contract with Newcastle.

“I don’t know what their plans will be when the season ends. We’ll see what happens then. I don’t really have an answer.”

According to the Brazilian outlet, Nottingham Forest will only consider opening talks for Murillo if the offer reaches at least €70m (£60m). RTI game.

The report adds that interest from Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur has intensified ahead of the 2026/27 season. However, Forrest’s stance is clear. They are not willing to negotiate below that figure.

This appears to be the most concrete assessment that has come forward so far. Previous reports in Brazil had suggested a range between £50m and £70m (€58m-€81m). Now, the indication is that Forrest will only start discussions from the upper end of that spectrum.

Murillo, 23, is in his third season at the City Ground after joining from Corinthians in 2023. Forest paid €14m (£12m) for the defender at the time. His market value in Brazil is currently estimated at around €55m (£47m), underlining the scale of his rise.

Nottingham Forest set strong benchmark

Setting the €70 million (£60 million) floor sends a strong message to Tottenham and other interested clubs. Spurs will likely be looking for a central defender in the summer, with a number of players in doubt.

Nottingham Forest see Murillo as a cornerstone of their defensive structure and a premium asset on the market.

There are other suitors for her across Europe. A few weeks ago, AC Milan considered €30 million price tag ‘unrealistic’So they will definitely not like this update. For Bayern Munich, They know Murillo ‘won’t be cheap’.

Their profile explains the demand. He is a left-footed player, physically imposing and comfortable passing the ball forward. At 23, he also fits the recruitment model of clubs looking for a long-term defensive solution.

Forest’s league position may prompt speculation, but there is no sign they are under pressure to sell. Instead, the message is that any buyer should find a price that reflects both performance and capability.

Financial turmoil back in Brazil

Any deal worth €70m (£60m) would also have implications for Brazil. As we recently coveredWhen Corinthians transferred Murillo retained 10% of the profits from future sales.

Based on a €14m (£12m) initial fee, a sale of €70m (£60m) would yield a profit of €56m (£48m). Ten percent of this would give Corinthians around €5.6m (£4.8m), before including solidarity payments.

At present, no formal stance has been taken. However, with Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham all credited with interest, Nottingham Forest have effectively drawn a line in the sand.

What happens next depends on whether any of those clubs are prepared to match the €70m (£60m) benchmark.

After spending several years on an NBA roster on a two-way contract, the Indiana Pacers rewarded Quenton Jackson by signing Quenton Jackson to a standard three-year deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Jackson began the season on a two-way contract with the Pacers and the team was impressed with his performance.

With the signing of Quenton Jackson to a regular contract, the Pacers’ roster has now reached 15 standard contracts. The team now has an open two-way contract space, with rookie forward Taillon Peters and second-year guard Ethan Thompson also on two-way contracts.

Jackson has played a key role for the Pacers this season, appearing in a career-best 30 games, including 10 starts, in just over 17 minutes per game. He averaged career-highs of 9.2 points, 2.2 rebounds and 2.1 assists while splitting 48.9 percent shooting from the field, 40.5 percent shooting from the 3-point line and 81 percent shooting from the free-throw line. His field goal percentage and 3-point percentage are also career highs.

After going undrafted in the 2022 NBA Draft, Jackson signed with the Washington Wizards during training camp. He did not make the final roster, but later returned to the team on a two-way contract for the 2022–23 season. Jackson’s next stop in the NBA was with the Chicago Bulls ahead of the 2023–24 season, but he was waived before the start of the year.

He was playing in the G League when the Pacers first signed him to a two-way contract during the second half of the 2023–24 season. The Pacers re-signed him to a two-way contract later that year, and he has been with the team ever since.

Crystal Palace and Everton will have to start with €15m if they are to sign Zakaria El Ouhadi from Genk this summer.

This is according to Africa Foot. The website reports that Genk have set a price tag of €15m for the 24-year-old this summer.

According to their information obtained from a source very close to the player, Ouahdi is heading towards a departure in the summer transfer window.

He is on the radar of several ‘ambitious’ European clubs. Actually, the talks have now started taking concrete form.

VfB Stuttgart are keeping a close eye on the player’s profile, while Crystal Palace and Everton have expressed genuine interest.

€15m asking price

Sport Witness has covered reports on his interest over the past few months. In one such report today it is said The Crystal Palace was preparing for the summer stay.

he followed A similar report came last month also Which put the Eagles and Everton in the mix for the defender’s signature.

According to Africa Foot’s source, Genk have set their asking price at €15m. The player, for his part, has informed the Belgian club of his intention to change clubs. He wants to take the next step in his career.

However, his focus is on taking the right steps. A ‘very attractive offer’ has come from a Russian club, but he is not interested in it.

psv eindhoven competition

However, Everton and Crystal Palace need to move forward quickly. That’s because PSV Eindhoven has stepped up its efforts in recent weeks.

In fact, the Dutch club has already contacted representatives of El Ouahadi to find out the terms of the transfer.

Indeed, his father, who manages his affairs, is said to have welcomed the idea of ​​a move to the Eredivisie.

This suggests Crystal Palace and Everton may need to step up their interest soon.

At €15 million, El Ouhadi could be a bargain. This certainly would not be a price that would deter both parties from pursuing further efforts given their long-term interest.

At the end of the January transfer window, Inter Milan attempted to sign Liverpool’s Curtis Jones. sports witness The short-lived saga was covered up again and again, and the deal was never completed.

The main reason for this was that the Reds initially wanted to extend the midfielder’s existing contract on Merseyside. The player’s hesitations ensured he stayed, even though he was seen as a replacement for Davide Fratesi. As a result, the Italian’s transfer to Nottingham Forest also failed.

Since then, Jones has started only once in the Premier League for Liverpool. This may not be a worrying sign, but there is still a possibility of a summer outing.

This has now been confidently claimed in Italy.

Inter still in pursuit of Liverpool player

today’s corriere dello sport Inter manager Christian Chivu reportedly fell in love with Jones when the two teams met in the Champions League.

The 25-year-old played the full 90 minutes as Liverpool won 1–0. Perhaps it was Chivu’s liking for him that made the Nerazzurri make the first move in January.

The Romanian is still keen and would like Inter to make another attempt in the summer. Meanwhile, the Serie A leaders have strengthened their relationship with Jones’ squad.

The Liverpool player has the same agent as Manchester City’s Manuel Akanji, who is expected to join Inter permanently in the summer. This common connection can help with a deal, especially if Fratesi leaves at the end of the campaign.

Jones could be a low-priced deal

The England international’s current contract at Liverpool expires in the summer of 2027.

This could make a relatively cheap deal for Inter in 2026. This could be quite an exciting move, mainly because Jones is still at the right age. He is at the peak of his powers and offers greater technical ability than Fratesi, who is more of an outlet in the final third.

A lot could depend on Liverpool’s demands. The Reds are not known for leaving their players cheaply.

Real Madrid are considering signing Manchester City star Rodri in the summer.

At least that’s what Spanish journalist Ramón Álvarez de Mon is reporting. he took xFormerly known as Twitter, to cover Real Madrid’s interest in the Manchester City player.

Rodri suffered a serious injury in September 2024, a month before winning the Ballon d’Or. He had beaten Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior to the prestigious individual award two years ago.

On 11 February, Game Witness disseminated spanish claims “Something broke” between Real Madrid and Rodri after winning the Ballon d’Or. Therefore, the La Liga giants did not pursue him.

A day later, Rodri’s father said He had “no idea” when asked about his son’s future at Manchester City. The defensive midfielder has less than 18 months left on his contract at the Etihad.

Last week, former Spain international Gaizka Mendieta insisted He does not expect players to leave because of their attachment to Pep Guardiola’s team.

U-turn on Manchester City star

While earlier claims ruled out a move for the 29-year-old, Alvarez de Mon has now said that Real Madrid are still keen.

According to the journalist, ‘Rodri is the midfielder Real Madrid want’ Next season.

The former Atletico Madrid player has struggled with injuries in the first half of this season as he recovers from a serious concussion he suffered in 2024. However, he has been fit this calendar year and has played 14 times so far.

Alvarez de Mon reports that the Spanish capital club will continue to monitor his fitness until the World Cup.

This would mean that Real Madrid could make a final decision on the purchase after the World Cup. He further added that the Manchester City man would cost around €50m.

strategy needs to change

Over the past few years, Real Madrid have decided not to invest in players who are either 30 or nearing 30. Los Blancos are spending big on young players.

The last time the La Liga giants made a big investment on Eden Hazard was in 2019. The Belgian was 28 years old at the time, and the transfer was a disaster.

Rodri will turn 30 next June and Real Madrid will have to abandon their plans to sign him.

Burnley youngster Andreas Hountondji is close to a return to St Pauli after recovering from a hairline fracture in his left ankle.

This is according to BILD. The German newspaper has today covered the 23-year-old’s return and revealed how St. Pauli will celebrate.

According to the newspaper, Hountondji was seen by staff taking several laps around the pitch during St Pauli’s latest training session on Wednesday.

While the rest of the team practiced with head coach Alexander Blesin, he was busy working hard on his recovery in individual sessions.

Hauntondji is out by the end of 2025 He has a hairline fracture in his left ankle. It is the latest setback in an injury-hit season for the Burnley striker.

How injury problems have held him back

He has made only 12 Bundesliga appearances this season, plus two in the cup, as injuries and recurring knee and thigh problems have limited his participation.

Nevertheless, he is still St. Pauli’s most effective striker this season. He has scored a goal every 152 minutes, including three goals in his first three games. He also scored in a 3–1 defeat to Bayern Munich in late November.

Now the focus is on getting him fit to play again. St Pauli Burnley have been cautious about Looney, with his foot placed in a special boot following the injury.

End of season plans for Burnley player

The team has continuously increased his workload week after week to test his strength.

Hountondji’s response to that workload will determine when he can return. If he doesn’t show any negative reactions, employees can immediately reintegrate him into the team.

In fact, St. Pauli hopes to return to partial team training in a week or two. Realistically, he could be back well after the international break.

The ideal situation would be for the Burnley loanee to return for the final seven games of the season. St. Pauli could certainly use his goalscoring skills as they look to avoid relegation.

Earlier this year, former Chelsea player Marco van Ginkel announced his retirement from football.

This came just after a spell at Boavista, where he played 11 times in the Portuguese top-flight last season. His career also saw him play for clubs like AC Milan, Stoke City, PSV and Vitesse.

Considering that the Dutchman is only 33 years old, retirement has come early. He suffered long injuries several times in his career and these hindered his progress.

Van Ginkel has spoken now gazzetta dello sport About the decision to retire. The former Chelsea player has no regrets about how things turned out.

Van Ginkel talks Milan and Chelsea

Speaking with the newspaper the midfielder was asked specifically about his time with the Blues. He talked about being managed by Jose Mourinho, Antonio Conte and Maurizio Sarri.

He said: “I only trained in the summer with Antonio. He was a real force. I was the one who ran the most. Sarri was always smoking, but he gave you a lot of tactical advice.”

The Dutchman had more to say about Mourinho, who helped him with advice at Chelsea.

“He called me in 2013 to bring me from Vitesse to Chelsea. He had a lot of respect for me, but it’s a shame I tore my cruciate ligament at the beginning of the season. He gave me a lot of advice, both tactical and psychological. He was a natural tactician.”

The Vitesse young graduate was asked if he had any regrets about how things turned out.

Van Ginkel said: “Not really, I accepted who I was. At 20 I played for Chelsea and the national team and at 33 I retired. Of course, without all those injuries I would have achieved more, but I never felt sorry for myself.”

A career that was not planned

In his entire career, Van Ginkel played only two games for Chelsea. His best performances came at PSV, where he scored 34 times and assisted 14 times over two spells.

This also earned him a call to the Dutch national team.

Things could have been much better for Van Ginkel but he still made a career out of it. He played in four countries and even at Vitesse, he contributed 54 goals in 156 games in all competitions.

In the January transfer window, sportwitness Actively covered the loan transfer of Niklas Fulkrug from West Ham to AC Milan.

It was seen as a welcome destination for the Germans, who were struggling in London due to injuries. He nevertheless managed to join a club that was competing for the Champions League places and were in need of a striker in January.

Fulkrug has so far not been able to leave his mark in Italy. He scored the winner against Lecce a few weeks ago but has not started since. He also missed a crucial penalty against Pisa, which was criticized by the supporters.

The West Ham loanee’s future could now be uncertain again. while this has happened covered The same attitude has been expressed in Germany by the Italian press.

West Ham’s future depends on AC Milan’s form

Abendzeitung journalist Patrick Strasser has now spoken out milannews About the 33-year-old, his early switch to West Ham and loan to Milan.

He told the outlet that the decision to join the Hammers was never the right one.

The Germans gave a strategic reason, saying: “I think he should never have left Dortmund, also because it was not a good idea to go to West Ham and the Premier League, this league was too fast for him. Also because he is a classic old-school striker, a penalty area striker.”

Strasser was also asked whether or not Milan would sign the player permanently.

He replied in the negative and said: “I don’t think so. He has to score and prove he deserves a new contract.”

Fulkrug’s future is in its own hands

Obviously, the Germany international has work to do, but everything is in his own hands.

Milan only have the option to buy him permanently for €5m, which is a low sum. It also shows that there are not huge expectations from him and he may only need to score five or six goals to convince the Rossoneri.

The problem is on the fitness side. He had already injured his toe in Milan, yet he played despite it. These factors could hinder a permanent deal and West Ham will have an issue on their hands.

They spent more than €20m to sign him through 2024 and they want better results.

Newcastle United moved one step closer to the Champions League knockout rounds this week, and Joelinton made sure his return did not go unnoticed.

The Brazilian midfielder scored in Tuesday’s 3-2 win over Qarabag in the play-off, a result that sealed Newcastle’s place in the last 16. This was a timely contribution. Joelinton missed six matches due to an adductor injury and recently returned to action.

Talking to Brazilian outlets globo esporteHe explained how important the goal felt after being sidelined for weeks.

“This is a very important goal for me, a goal that gives me even more confidence in my return after injury,” He said. “I was out for a while and that’s bad for any player, so it was a complicated moment. I had to work on my mentality and focus on getting back to the best level.”

How confidence is returning at a crucial juncture

Joelinton’s statistics this season underline his importance to Eddie Howe’s team. He has made 32 appearances in all competitions and scored six goals – two in the Premier League, two in the League Cup and two in the Champions League.

However, a recent injury disrupted his form at a crucial point in the campaign. Newcastle United are fighting on multiple fronts, and his physical presence in midfield is central to their balance.

Therefore the timing of his return matters. Newcastle are now waiting to know whether they will face Chelsea or Barcelona in the last 16 of the Champions League. The draw will take place on Friday.

world cup inspiration in the background

There is also a personal motive driving him in the final months of the season.

Joelinton’s last Brazil call-up came in October 2025, when Carlo Ancelotti selected him for friendlies against South Korea and Japan. Since then, he has not featured for the national team.

He admitted that he was aware that the chances were diminishing ahead of the World Cup.

“I know we are in the final stages of call-ups for the World Cup and I have a dream to be there, to wear the Brazil shirt and represent my country. So I know everything I do at the club can reflect that. To maintain a high level of performance, I focus on giving my best every day in training and in matches.” He concluded.

That new focus is good news for Newcastle United. Fully fit and motivated, Joelinton raises the level of the team, and of course he wants to deliver. If he can maintain this form throughout the tournament, it will not only boost his European ambitions but also strengthen his case for a return to the Brazil team.

John Arias faced a hostile reunion with his former club Fluminense on Wednesday night as his new team Palmeiras won 2-1.

The episode adds another chapter to a tumultuous year for Colombians. after a mixed magic on wolves And after a quick return of £21.5 million (€25 million), Arias found himself center stage again – this time for off-pitch drama.

The tension arose from Arias’ emotional departure when he left Fluminense for Wolves. In those days, He pledged loyalty to the Rio club.

“I will come back to Fluminense, and I say this with complete calmness. The greatest lesson my grandfather and parents taught me is to be loyal to what you feel. There is nothing in the world, no money, that can buy your essence, your values.” He said before boarding his flight to Wolves.

This statement is now overshadowing his transfer to Palmeiras. So even before kick-off, the focus was entirely on Arias. His new club was warmly greeted by the traveling Fluminense fans, and the winger was welcomed with chants of “”.Arias, go [redacted] Yourself! Fluminense doesn’t need you!” Another section kept shouting “Judas” repeatedly.

some fans and moved forward. They printed counterfeit dollar bills with Arias’ face on them, mocking what they called His “dream” goes away. One supporter was holding a shirt with the words: “traitor. “Dreamed of Europe, woke up with Tiete.” – a reference to the polluted river that flows through São Paulo, where Palmeiras is located.

Split reactions to pitch

He entered the pitch in the 57th minute. He received a yellow card after a foul on his former teammate Guga, almost provided an assist and attempted a direct free-kick from long range. Each touch drew whistles from the traveling support.

At one point, Guga fouled him in response to that earlier challenge. Fluminense fans celebrated the tackle loudly and chanted the defender’s name in approval.

Meanwhile, Palmeiras supporters sang his name whenever Arias came on and again sang his name whenever the away goal took aim at him.

The match against Palmeiras ended 2–1, one of the goals being scored by a player named Allan Attracted interest from Liverpool In recent weeks. However, the competition often felt secondary to Arias’ presence.

After the final whistle, left-back Joaquín Piquerez came to the rescue of his teammate.

“I think all the players are professionals. We didn’t know what Arias was thinking, but he already imagined this situation. He doesn’t need to give it importance. John helped Fluminense a lot, gave them many titles, one of the most important in their history. Today he is with us and will defend our colors”.Uruguay said.

Meanwhile, Fluminense goalkeeper Fabio also downplayed the controversy.

“This is normal in football. We can’t only focus on the individual side of the player, the buying and selling options and the situations behind the scenes. We also focus on the match against Palmeiras, on the quality players, on the entry of Arias. That’s what we focus on.”He said.

For those who watched his time at Wolves, it feels natural. Fluminense’s pranksters may follow him around for a while.

Yet if this is what life after Wolves looks like – decisive touches, centre-stage drama and a winning side built around him – then he may decide the trade-off was worth it.

San Antonio Spurs forward Harrison Ingram has spent much of this season honing his skills behind the scenes. The quiet development of the 2024 second-round pick has been a source of satisfaction within the Spurs organization.

Ingram was named G League Player of the Week after averaging 22.2 points, 13.4 rebounds and 7.4 assists in his last five appearances with the Austin Spurs. He recorded four double-doubles and one triple-double, while Austin posted a 4–1 record.

Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson said of Ingram’s development, “The Player of the Week is definitely trending in the right direction.” “I think it’s always somewhat gratifying for him, somewhat beneficial as an organization and a staff, and somewhat fun when you have a young player in your program for a year and they’re grinding, especially when you’re in the G League and it can be a little out of sight, out of mind to the outside world. You’re selling them on slowly getting better and keeping up with the process.

“It can be hard for young guys when, sometimes, they don’t get the attention or direct feedback that they’re looking for or that they’re used to, especially because a lot of them end up being really good college players. So it’s great for him to continue to be that way and see the improvement and development that he’s had and to be recognized in a very deserving way.”

Ingram, the No. 48 pick in the 2024 draft out of North Carolina, has spent most of this season in the G League, appearing in just five NBA games.

Harrison Ingram showing improvement in G League after signing two-way contract

The 6-foot-5 forward’s two-way development with Austin has been encouraging for San Antonio. Ingram is averaging 16.1 points, 12.7 rebounds and 4.8 assists on 48.2 percent shooting in 21 G League appearances.

“He’s really accepted his role and embraced it,” Johnson said. “It can be hard to do that in terms of your role as a defender, a physical role player, playing off the ball to a certain extent. But always trying to extend or create more possessions with offensive rebounds, hitting open shots, getting out and running in transition, and obviously we want him to be a dominant defender and be able to rebound. I think that’s something he’s really embraced and you’ve seen it. And sometimes when you do that If you do it, you get a monster production with it, you can tell he has put his energy in the right places.”

The Spurs signed Ingram to a one-year, two-way contract before this season.

Burnley have entered an ‘intense transfer battle’ for youngster Ismael Kammissoko and have invited him on a trial.

he is According to journalist Loic Tanzi And Africa ft. These two cover the Malian U17 captain today and the developing battle for his signature.

The latter suggests that Kamysoko sits at the center of an intense transfer battle ahead of the summer, with Marseille initially appearing to be in pole position to sign the 16-year-old.

However, competition intensified when Paris FC entered the battle for his signature. And now this fight has an international dimension.

That’s because, according to Tanzi, Burnley have made a move. The Clarets have reportedly sent the youngster an invitation for a trial at Turf Moor.

Why does Burnley have the advantage?

And Scott Parker’s team also has an advantage. Despite their Premier League struggles, Africa Foot report that their financial strength will give them an advantage against any French rivals.

Either way, observers believe the ‘flurry of offers’ for the young player underlines Commissoco’s ‘immense potential’.

Burnley’s effort will certainly force the likes of Marseille to move forward quickly to avoid missing the attacking midfielder.

How youth have captured the attention

They aren’t the only ones interested, Villarreal have also been credited with an interest.

This attention came thanks to his performance at the UFOA-A U17 tournament last year. He was man of the match in many matches in that tournament.

He is a creative number 10 who can play as an attacking midfielder or left winger, and he stands out for his vision, ball recovery and combination play with teammates.

It seems Burnley have decided they would like to take a closer look at him as a result.

It is not clear whether the youth will accept or not. But it seems the Clarets’ effort has set off alarm bells in France, where the likes of Marseille thought they had already won the race.

West Ham United’s pursuit of Matthew Martinelli has become increasingly complicated, but also clear.

after securing it Contract renewal till 2030Fluminense have now increased the midfielder’s release clause to €30m (£25.6m). get information from RTI game. The figure is more than double the €13m (£11.1m) bid rejected earlier this year.

At that time, Fluminense refused to even begin negotiations. Now, the price has been clearly defined. In addition to increased costs, West Ham are facing a problem due to a difficult transfer to Wolves.

Jhon Arias moved to Wolves in the summer, but soon found himself in a relegation battle. He had nothing in mind and he immediately left for Palmeiras. That lesson has had an impact on the transfer perception of bottom-of-the-table teams in Brazil.

Section raised as World Cup strategy

Renewal was not merely contractual protection. Internally, Fluminense believe Martinelli could break into the Brazil squad under Carlo Ancelotti for the March international break.

There is also hope he could compete for a spot on the squad for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. If this happens then their market value is expected to increase further.

As a result, the club’s plans are straightforward. They do not intend to negotiate any sales before the World Cup. The strategy is to reevaluate the situation after the tournament, ideally with a higher valuation.

For West Ham, this introduces both time pressure and financial growth.

Player wants Europe – but not just any move

Martinelli has already informed Fluminense that he wants to play in Europe. However, there is one important condition.

He does not want to join a club fighting at the bottom of the major European leagues. Internally, the case of John Arias, his former teammate at Wolves, has been cited as a lesson in choosing the right project.

That detail matters to West Ham. If the London team are not competing for European positions, it may be difficult to convince the midfielder. Arias’ short stay at Wolves has been huge news in Brazil, and highlights the negative aspects of such a move.

The 24-year-old academy graduate is a central figure at Fluminense. He has made 300 appearances and is one of his most valuable assets.

With a €30 million (£25.6 million) provision now in place and a post-World Cup sales strategy defined, West Ham face a gamble. Move early and pay big, or wait and risk paying even more.

Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel has had mixed performances at Celtic Park in recent weeks. However, Martin O’Neill has continued to start him in both the league and the Europa League.

The Denmark international joined Celtic on a free transfer in July 2024 and impressed in his debut season. He kept 24 clean sheets in all competitions for the Bhoys and conceded 47 goals in 49 matches.

His statistics this season are not as impressive as before. To give context, the stopper has kept 14 clean sheets and conceded 49 goals in 39 matches so far. The 39-year-old has maintained only three clean sheets in 11 matches this calendar year.

campo Now claims Schmeichel is ‘going through a tough time’ with O’Neill’s side, which has clearly not gone unnoticed in his country.

The Celtic player has been the number 1 for the national team in past years. Since June 2024, he only missed the friendly win over Northern Ireland last summer as manager Brian Reimer started Filip Jorgensen ahead of him. That was the Chelsea player’s only appearance for Denmark.

Reimer’s warning to Celtic player

Earlier this month, Sport Witness Danish claims covered This shows that Reimer does not dare to remove the former Leicester City star.

ViaPlay spoke to the stopper regarding his situation and Campo shared his comments. The national team manager has now issued a warning to the Celtic man.

“I look at putting together the best team, and I always do that. How I do that is by looking at the players and their performances. And looking at the composition of the group that is going to play,” He said.

“Nobody is guaranteed a permanent place in the Danish national team. This applies to Schmeichel, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg and Rasmus Højlund.”

NT manager’s message to Celtic man’s critics

On 9 February, Game Witness cover danish take It is ‘absolute madness’ that West Ham United’s Mads Hermansson or Jorgensen were not given opportunities. On Monday, we relayed more claims That Schmeichel is no longer ‘good enough’ for the national team.

Despite repeated criticism, Reimer has now sent a message to Schmeichel’s critics.

“I follow my heart, and that doesn’t mean I do what everyone wants me to do, but I listen to my heart and go out to the team that feels right to me. No one is guaranteed a spot, no matter what position they play or who they are,” Reimer explained.

Denmark will face North Macedonia in the World Cup playoffs in March. If Schmeichel fails to impress at Celtic in the coming weeks the debate about his position could intensify.

Crystal Palace made a late attempt to sign Lyon’s Ruben Kluivert in the winter market.

On 2 February, Game Witness Covered claims from France Crystal Palace attempt to sign the defender on deadline day. The source revealed that the Eagles have held talks with Lyon and are keen to bring him to Selhurst Park.

Later that day, witness the game broadcast news Lyon immediately rejected the London club’s late approach for the 24-year-old. This is because they had no plans to approve the sale in the middle of the season.

The Ligue 1 side was against the centre-back’s exit from both a sporting and financial perspective.

There was no mention of the Dutchman’s stance on Crystal Palace’s interest and Lyon’s rejection of his advances. That was until he gave an interview to Le Progress west france Has released his comments.

Ruben Kluivert confused by Crystal Palace approach

The defender spent his career in the Netherlands until signing a contract with Casa Pisa in June 2024. He played 24 matches for the Portuguese club, and that was enough to convince Lyon, who signed him until July 2025.

Kluivert has operated primarily as a centre-back and occasionally as both a left and right-back for the French club, and has played 1,267 minutes in 19 matches. His contract is till 2030.

Lyon’s decision not to entertain Crystal Palace’s effort has pleased the player. He also talks about his Premier League dreams but insists he has no plans to leave in the near future.

Relief Lyon did not encourage Oliver Glasner’s team

“It was confusing, because it was so late in the day. I am happy to be here, 100% committed to this project in Lyon. We are still in the Europa League and the Coupe de France, we have a lot of games to play with a really fantastic team, and I am confident that we can go very far in all these competitions,” He said.

“For these reasons, I would say the club did the right thing by keeping me. Personally, I can’t deny that the Premier League remains a dream. But if I had to choose, I prefer the way things turned out. The club made the right choice.

“I signed a five-year contract with Lyon, and I see myself wanting to stay for at least two or three years. The fact that they wanted to keep me here was a relief.”

Despite swapping life for a relegation battle at Manchester United, Christian Eriksen has braved life at Wolfsburg.

Kicker has the 34-year-old’s comments today. The Dane insists he is very happy with life at the Bundesliga club.

Eriksen left Manchester United on a free transfer in the summer window, ending three seasons at Old Trafford.

Serving as a consistent presence under Eric ten Hag and Ruben Amorim, he made 107 appearances in that time, scoring eight goals.

Pushed forward decision in search of playing time

Christian Eriksen took his time choosing his next club during the summer. Sport Witness covered the veteran’s comments on how much he Enjoyed your leisure time while choosing that option.

Ultimately, Wolfsburg won the race for his signature, with Eriksen joining on a two-year deal until June 2027. Since then he has been a regular starter with 21 appearances in all competitions.

However, it has been a tough campaign for him. The German club currently sits 15^th With 20 points in 23 games in the Bundesliga. This leaves them just above the relegation play-off places on goal difference.

The battle of accusations and counter-accusations was not expected

Their recent form has seen them struggle to move out of the relegation battle. But Eriksen is not worried, despite their aim being to qualify for Europe.

“Actually I’ve mostly been on the other side,” He said.

“At many of the clubs I have played for, it was more important to finish in the top 10. Brentford was probably the only exception.

“And in the VFL, it’s actually my first time fighting demotion. But that’s football; in the end, it’s an experience that comes with the territory.

“I can handle it! Of course, you’d love to be on a winning team. But that doesn’t always work out. Then it’s about getting back on track.

“For us, it’s a battle right now, and there are a lot of little things going against us, which makes it even more difficult. Still, I’m positive when I see how we’re doing.”

Asked whether he had made the right decision by choosing Wolfsburg over Manchester United, Eriksen said: “Yeah, soccer is fun. I wanted to play soccer, and that’s what I’m doing here.”

Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel “Not so good anymore” And it’s time for Denmark to think about change.

That’s according to BT’s ‘football expert’ Jannik LiburdSpeaking on the podcast BT Fodbold about the Celtic number one.

Schmeichel has found himself under fire after a number of high-profile mistakes in recent weeks.

The 39-year-old faced particular criticism after last week’s 4-1 Europa League play-off defeat to Stuttgart.

He was responsible for at least two goals in that game. The first came from a poor clearance after Bilal El Khanous’s difficult effort to save a relatively low strike. Later he also failed to deal with Jamie Levelling’s 20-yard shot.

There are more such examples. The 3–2 win over Kilmarnock was marked by his role in two opposition goals, which was a mistake against Aberdeen in last year’s 2025 Scottish Cup Final.

Due to this, questions are being raised about his role and how long this experienced player can remain at the top level. The Celtic fans in particular seem to have had enough and he was criticized by some sections of the team at Celtic Park after last week’s defeat to Stuttgart.

Celtic issues encourage Danish chatter

The Celtic situation also raises questions over his international future. Denmark are set to play in a World Cup qualifier next month after finishing runners-up to Scotland.

After waiting two years to make his debut following his first call-up in 2011, Schmeichel has been their number one for 13 years.

There have been many significant moments, including setting a new record for most minutes without conceding a goal. With this he went ahead of his father. However, Liburd believes the time has come for change.

“I can already see the title for myself, but yes – I think so,” He said.

“This is a very vulnerable position to change. And Kasper Schmeichel has been a legend and driving force in this national team for many years – and is at a level that can be described as world class.

“But it is time for a change – and it may be for a while. Mads Hermansen has stepped up and become the first-choice goalkeeper at West Ham. And unfortunately, what we see from Kasper Schmeichel is not that good anymore.

“I have a lot of respect for them, but when I look at the goals that Celtic are conceding this season, I’m not comfortable as a national team supporter.”

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has Victor Gyöckeres, Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz as his three strikers at the Emirates.

Gyöckeres has recently performed brilliantly for the Premier League team and has scored eight goals and provided two assists this calendar year.

Havertz has struggled with injuries, causing him to miss the first half of the season. The 26-year-old German had regained fitness before suffering another setback earlier this month.

Jesus missed the first four months of the season due to injury. Since regaining full fitness in December, he has played regularly for Arsenal, mainly as a substitute.

sports witness Recently Covered Claims The 28-year-old Brazil international from Italy is emerging as an option for AC Milan. The Gunners may have to make a decision on his and Havertz’s future in the coming months.

It is unclear what Arteta and his team plan to do with the former Manchester City player and Germany international. Meanwhile, Arsenal are reportedly set to sign RC Lens striker Ryan Fofana.

The latest UK claims Arsenal have added the 20-year-old to their target list.

Apart from the Gunners, Chelsea, Real Madrid and Barcelona are also keeping an eye on the striker. The claims also include a price tag of €40m for the Paris-born player.

go lensA website that dedicates its coverage to a Ligue 1 side, broadcasts it and then gives its opinion on the matter.

Why are Arsenal’s claims considered nonsense?

The outlet says it’s very possible the north London club are considering Ryan Fofana. This is not a far-fetched idea, as clubs across Europe send their scouts to follow high-potential players.

However, Allez Lens claims ‘When the €40m figure is mentioned the information loses all credibility.’

According to reports, €40m is a ‘Unreal Yoga’ For a young striker who still has a lot to prove. So, Allez highlights latest claims from Lens Arsenal, Chelsea and others ‘Taken with a grain of salt’.

Ryan Fofana is a product of the French club’s youth system and broke into their first team in 2025. He has played 24 matches so far, scoring six goals and one assist. It’s no surprise that Allez Lens is trying to cool things down.

sports witness I’ve regularly covered how Manchester City loanee Manuel Akanji is performing at Inter Milan.

The Swiss defender has largely been one of the team’s better players, establishing himself as a regular under Cristian Chivu.

This has convinced the Italian media that Inter will hire him permanently. Even if they do not automatically trigger the clause, the Nerazzurri will attempt to keep him beyond this season.

However, things took a turn for the worse for the Manchester City player on Tuesday.

He was responsible for Bodø/Glimt’s first goal in the Champions League play-off second leg. This gave the Norwegian team a huge advantage, playing a role in their 5–2 victory on aggregate.

Despite how impressive he has generally been, Akanji has now attracted criticism.

What is the reaction to Akanji?

Inter Milan’s shock exit from the UEFA competition is being discussed throughout the Italian media. Often in these situations, pointing the finger at someone helps.

Right now, he is Manuel Akanji.

corriere dello sport Just give it a rating of 4/10. He has been described as the ‘worst’ player during the match, despite this mistake coming after he suffered a head injury.

gazzetta dello sport Do the same, give it a 4.5/10 rating.

It’s all a bit unfortunate because the Manchester City player was largely reliable beyond error. He made many improvements and if anything, the entire Inter team struggled to deal with the opposition’s counter-attacks.

mistake proves costly

tutomercatoweb Looking at this incident in detail, it all appears ironic.

This is because Akanji initially joined Inter because he would play Champions League football. He went to the extent of dismissing rivals AC Milan but it was his mistake which led to Inter being eliminated from the Champions League.

He also agrees with Pep Guardiola’s decision to sideline the defender. The Spaniard is admired for his vision, even if the Swiss has largely been influential.

The outlet is certain that his purchase from Manchester City is not in doubt. His mistake was certainly avoidable and would have given Bodo/Glimt a historic win, but he will be signed permanently.

The Manchester City manager was at the match, and it was said that Akanji made a fool of himself ‘right in front of Guardiola’.

Newcastle United goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos is on loan at Sevilla until August 2025.

The German-born Greif international joined the Magpies from Nottingham Forest in July 2024, after making seven appearances at the City Ground. His situation worsened at St James’ Park as he played one match for Newcastle United.

This may have convinced Vlachodimos to leave Eddie Howe for Sevilla. He initially sat on the bench for the La Liga side as manager Matias Almeida favored Arjen Nyland.

The Newcastle United-owned player made his debut at Sevilla on 20 September. Since then, he has played every minute in the league, kept four clean sheets and conceded 33 goals in 22 matches.

on 1st December stopper said He is happy in Spain but declined to discuss his future. Later that month, the 31-year-old gave a hint He could extend his stay at Sevilla beyond this season.

Newcastle United’s future needs to be clarified

The Andalusian club has not agreed a purchase clause with Newcastle United, meaning he will have to return to St James’ Park after this season.

Vlachodimos’ contract at the Tyneside club expires in 2028, but he is unlikely to have a future there after this season. Therefore, he and Newcastle United will have to find a solution in the summer.

The La Liga team will face Real Betis in the derby on Sunday and before this match, abc sevilla There’s a piece on the Magpies man on Wednesday.

The newspaper first focused on his performances and then relayed quotes from two former goalkeepers. Finally, there is a subsection titled: ‘With your future’.

Why is he ready to stay at Sevilla?

Vlachodimos recently posted a video of his children singing the Spanish club anthem. again sevilla shared It is on their official YouTube channel. This is seen as the latest sign of Vlachodimos’ desire to stay ahead of this season.

After disappointing performances at Newcastle United, the goalkeeper is enjoying life both on and off the field. People close to the Greek have informed the newspaper that he is ‘very happy right now’ and is open to extending his stay.

Seville is a great place to live for footballers, and the city is often a lucrative attraction for Los Nerviones and rivals Real Betis.

However, Sevilla is going through serious financial difficulties, making it complicated to convince a Premier League side. They are very difficult to deal with at the best of times, pleading poverty to get lower fees and deals.

Now, those arguments are actually supported by financial irregularities off the field. There is also an ownership battle going on between competing camps and bidders.

So, while Vlachodimos is very pleased, it is unlikely that Newcastle United will be able to get the best financial deal from Sevilla. The goalkeeper has seriously impressed in La Liga, and selling elsewhere in Spain may be the best plan.

Last summer, Stade de Reims allowed Cedric Kypré to join Ipswich Town on a season-long loan deal.

Before their arrival at Portman Road, Sport Witness Covered Claims Sunderland want to sign him.

Serious interest was shown from Regis Le Bris, but it is unclear why the Black Cats could not get a final deal done. Ipswich Town were successful in their attempt to sign the centre-back.

Ivory Coast International launched its championship for Tractor Boys in September. He was in and out of the playing eleven until November and has been a regular since then.

Kipre has played 2,259 minutes in 26 matches for Kieran McKenna in all competitions and scored three goals.

Africa Foot Now there is a report on Ipswich Town’s plans for the 29-year-old’s future after this season.

Ipswich Town decide on defender

According to reports, the Championship side have secured a €4.5m purchase option. The former West Bromwich Albion man’s performances have convinced Ipswich Town to exercise the clause to extend his stay.

Therefore, Africa Foot now claim the player is ‘on the verge of extending his stay’ at McKenna’s side. The outlet further added that the English club will offer the defender a three-year contract.

Stade de Reims were relegated from Ligue 1 the previous season, and this convinced Kipre to leave them for Ipswich Town.

The report suggests that discussions are ongoing between the two clubs to finalize a permanent transfer. Negotiations may take place to sort out details or work out payment terms related to the transfer.

Ipswich Town now sit third in the Championship, level on points with fourth-placed Hull City and one point ahead of fifth-placed Millwall.

Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Yerson Mosquera has admitted he is using the club’s difficult Premier League season as motivation to reach the 2026 World Cup with Colombia.

Spoke to the 24-year-old centre-back AS ColombiaWhere he reflected on Wolves’ struggles near the bottom of the table. Despite the collective problems, he believes his recent individual performances can strengthen his claim to the national team.

Mosquera made it clear that regular minutes in England are central to his ambitions. “It’s clear that if you play you have a higher chance of getting into the national team”He accepted.

“It’s no secret to anyone how many quality players there are in the national team, it will not be easy at all. I talk with many of them, I have told them that I will not make it easy for them, that I am going to fight for my place, that I will fight there yes or yes. Tell them I am trying to make my place there to go to the World Cup.”He said.

These words outline his mentality. He recognizes the competitiveness under Colombia manager Nestor Lorenzo. However, he says he will compete for a spot.

Difficult season may not help Wolves

Wolves have had a turbulent campaign. The club are bottom of the Premier League table and face a real relegation battle.

Mosquera didn’t shy away from that reality. He described the season in honest terms. “Honestly, it’s been a very difficult season because of everything that’s happened.”He said.

“Regardless of any situation, the only thing left is to take advantage of it, keep the possibilities that still exist and keep growing as a player and a person. These situations make you stronger.” He concluded.

That assessment reflects maturity. Rather than distance himself from the club’s problems, he sees them as part of his development.

Bottom line for club and country

From Wolves’ perspective, Mosquera’s focus on development is important. The defender arrived in England with promise but faced adaptation challenges.

Now, with regular performances in high-pressure environments, he appears determined to turn adversity into progress.

At the age of 24, he is entering an important phase of his career. Consistent Premier League performances will not only help Wolves in their battle for survival but also strengthen their bid for Colombia’s World Cup squad.

For Wolves supporters, that ambition could work in their favour. A player who struggles to make it on the world stage often raises his standards.

If Mosquera continues to perform individually despite the team’s struggles, both club and country could benefit from that campaign.

The new league year hasn’t started yet (March 9), but Minnesota Vikings rumors have already linked them to several different quarterbacks this offseason. While the Vikings would like to acquire a capable arm to provide tough competition to JJ McCarthy, they will have to clear some salary cap space first.

As of now, the Vikings are projected to be approximately $40 million over the 2026 salary cap. They must come under the spending limit before March 9, when the NFL ‘resets’ the year.

As a result, new Vikings general manager Rob Brzezinski is spending some of his time shedding salary. While the Vikings will surely release a player or two before free agency begins, they are busy trying to trade some of them first.

According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Vikings are shopping two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Javon Hargrave in a trade with other teams. The Vikings signed the 33-year-old Hargrave last season in an effort to strengthen the defensive interior position. Hargrave was signed to a two-year, $30 million contract, and he started 15 games.

The Vikings did not expect former UFL signee Jalen Redmond to become a star. He started 15 games, outscoring Hargrave by recording six sacks compared to Hargrave’s 3.5. Now the Vikings are moving forward with Redmond, who is just 26 years old, and two-time Pro Bowl DT in Jonathan Allen.

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Barcelona are considering the addition of Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush as they look to sign a summer striker.

according to gameThe Catalan club has already defined its priority positions for next season. A new number 9 sits at the top of that list. However, the market is weak and prices are rising rapidly.

Julian Alvarez His dream goal remains. Yet Atletico Madrid will demand around €150m (£130m), with Barcelona unable to reach that figure. As a result, alternatives are under discussion, and Marmoush is one of the names that is praised internally.

Why does the situation at Manchester City encourage transfers?

Marmoush joined Manchester City from Eintracht Frankfurt in January 2025 for €75m (£65m). Pep Guardiola approved the deal after taking a close look at his Bundesliga form.

In Frankfurt, the Egyptian established himself as one of the league’s most productive attackers. Barcelona’s recruitment team also followed him during that time. Given his dynamism and ability to link up play, they believe he fits into Hansi Flick’s attacking model.

However, his role at City has been limited. Erling Haaland remains untouched as a central striker. As a result, Marmoush struggled to gain regular starts, and was sometimes forced to play wide out.

He has performed well when coming off the bench, but opportunities have been limited this season. Additionally, he missed a month due to the Africa Cup of Nations. As a result, their total numbers appear modest.

There were already rumors of an exit in January. Sport reports that he would prefer a project offering more visibility and consistent minutes.

Importantly, Barcelona are not the only club keeping an eye on his situation. In recent weeks, Marmoush has also been linked to tottenham hotspur, aston villa And GalatasarayDue to which further uncertainty has increased in his future.

The end of his spell at City?

Barcelona are described as “ready” if Marmoush asks to leave this summer. The important thing is that he is not their first choice target. Still, if Alvarez’s move fails, the focus could quickly shift.

From the city’s perspective, the key question is valuation. Marmoush was valued at €75m (£65m) a year ago. However, Sport claim he could be available for less than that fee if Guardiola approves the sale.

That scenario will raise eyebrows. Selling him at such a discount so early would suggest City view him as surplus to requirements behind Haaland.

At present, there is no formal approach. Barcelona is monitoring the situation closely. A lot will depend on whether Marmoush pursues an exit after the season ends.

If he does so, Manchester City could face competition from England and Türkiye for his signature.

According to the player, Norwich City wanted to get rid of Emiliano Marcondes in the January transfer window.

The 30-year-old man is speaking to Viaplay, via campoAbout his current situation. He is still looking for a transfer away from Carrow Road.

The Danish outlet reports that Marcondes was close to a transfer from Norwich last month.

Despite making 16 previous appearances, he has not appeared for the Canaries this year.

How Norwich City explained it

Norwich City were happy with his departure in January. Marcondes had struck a deal with them to secure a place, with his contract set to expire in the summer. Norwich reportedly made it clear that they ‘wanted to invest in other players.’

Marcondes spent the entire month looking for a new club. He was ‘close to a transfer’ but ultimately, remained with the Championship club. Marcondes has now revealed what he and Norwich were talking about behind the scenes.

“The club told me they are going to put game time into some of the younger players and players who have been here a longer time.” He said.

“I completely understand it. I’ve been in the game long enough to understand it.”

“I was also close to moving to other countries, but now most transfer windows are closed, some are still open.

“But that’s my situation right now. I’m slowly getting back into the team and hopefully I can get some playing time again.”

what can happen now

Marcondes does not provide information on which clubs he is in talks with. But, according to Campão, it has been mentioned that there is a possibility of playing outside of Europe.

Several transfer windows are still open, and they offer some options.

His next step remains to be seen. Given that he will be a free agent, he will likely have options on the table. Despite his struggles breaking out in January, it opens a lot of doors for him.

It appears Manchester City are more than sad to lose Bernardo Silva at the end of the season, with Spanish reports now claiming the midfielder is ready for a new chapter.

according to game In Spain, the 31-year-old is “leaning” towards a move after nine seasons at the Etihad. His contract expires on June 30, and reports suggest Pep Guardiola’s side will not aggressively push for a renewal.

Bernardo has Has been linked to FC Barcelona for a long time. His agent, Jorge Mendes, maintains strong ties with the Catalan club. Furthermore, the player is said to be fond of the region and has previously holidayed on the Costa Brava.

However, the report argues that Barcelona’s midfield depth could complicate any move. With players like Fermín López, Dani Olmo and Gavi already present, Bernardo will need to settle into a deeper role.

Questions are raised about physical intensity and whether the current team profile suits him. As a result, an alternative in Spain is now being presented as more realistic.

Why is Atletico Madrid leading the race?

Atletico Madrid have been described as the strongest current candidates for the Manchester City player. Sporting director Matteo Alemany reportedly sees value in signing a player of Bernardo’s caliber on a free transfer.

The idea of ​​remaining at elite continental level while playing a central role appeals to the Portuguese international. Diego Simeone will gain experience and technical quality, while Atletico continue to reshape their squad.

Meanwhile, speculation has not been limited to Spain. Bernardo has also been linked this week juventus And Galatasaray. However, the Spanish outlet downplays the serious momentum behind those prospects.

Paris Saint-Germain is also mentioned, mainly due to DOF Luis Campus’s historical relationship with Bernardo of Monaco. Yet the French club is currently prioritizing a youth profile.

what happens next

From Manchester City’s perspective, the situation appears calm rather than dramatic. Guardiola has again publicly praised Bernardo this week, calling him “one of the greats”, but there is a growing feeling inside Spain that his cycle in England is reaching its natural end.

Manchester City is not applying direct pressure. Bernardo has options. Atletico Madrid is currently in the best position in Spain. Other European clubs are circling.

With several months still left in the season, the player remains in control. The hope now is that there will be clarity closer to the summer window, once the city’s campaign objectives have been resolved.

Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard earned high praise from an Orlando Magic player after Sunday night’s 111-109 loss, with Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. calling him “the best player in this league.”

Leonard put in a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 37 points with eight rebounds, four assists, three steals and two blocks in 33 minutes. He shot 14 of 25 from the field, 2 of 7 from 3-point range, and 7 of 9 from the free-throw line.

After the game, Carter reflected on the challenge of defending Leonard.

“Kawhi, especially lately, is probably the best player in this league. Again, he gets his spots whenever he wants. Very calm, very collective. He never feels like he’s rushed or sharp at all. Very strong defensively, guards, most guys on the court. So he’s one of those guys you try to block throughout the game, make it tough, make everybody tough for him and then late in the game as we “Try to take the ball out of his hands, force someone else to beat us. So I think we did a really good job in that period and it was definitely something we can learn from going forward.”

Wendell Carter Jr. called Kawhi Leonard “the best player in the league”

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Leonard consistently controlled the pace, scoring from his favorite midrange spot and attacking mismatches without rushing. Despite Orlando’s late-game adjustments, the two-time Finals MVP repeatedly created separation and forced defensive turnovers.

Clippers fall short despite Kawhi Leonard’s 37-point performance vs. Magic

As Carter said, the Magic changed their tactics at the last minute and tried to take the ball out of Leonard’s hands. On the Clippers’ final possession, Leonard completed a pass to Benedict Mathurin for a potential game-winning 3-pointer. The shot hit the rim and went wide, setting up Los Angeles’ second consecutive loss and leaving the Clippers down 27–30.

Mathurin contributed 21 points, nine rebounds and five assists off the bench. He shot 7 of 16 from the field, 1 of 5 from beyond the arc and 6 of 7 from the free-throw line in 30 minutes.

For Leonard, the performance continued what has been one of the most productive scoring seasons of his career. In his sixth season with the Los Angeles Clippers, the 34-year-old has averaged 28 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.7 assists and two steals per game in 44 appearances. He is shooting 49.4% from the field, 38.1% from 3-point range and a career-high 90.5% from the free-throw line, while logging 32.8 minutes per contest.

Orlando improved to 30–26 with the narrow win, concluding the second night of a back-to-back on a four-game Western Conference road trip. Carter finished with 15 points, 14 rebounds and three assists in 33 minutes, helping solidify the interior while the Magic weathered Leonard’s scoring bursts.

The Clippers will try to bounce back on Thursday night when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves (35-25) at 7:00 PM ET on Prime Video as part of a three-game homestand.

The Orlando Magic continue their road trip against the Los Angeles Lakers (34-22) on Tuesday at 7:30 pm PT, keeping the momentum going after enduring a 37-point outing from Leonard.

Bayern Munich have not been in contact with Nick Voltemed since he joined Newcastle United in the summer transfer window.

he is According to Abendzeitung Munich. The newspaper has dismissed rumors of a possible move to Bayern Munich this summer after ‘wild rumours’ about him.

Reports have linked Woltemaid with a move to Newcastle after a few difficult months at St James’ Park.

He made a strong start to life in England with four goals in five games following a €75m move in the summer, but has since managed just three goals in 19 games.

Newcastle United are struggling

This has seen Eddie Howe drop him from his side with greater regularity, opening the door to exit negotiations. A rumor in England revealed that Newcastle United were up for sale. He then mentioned Bayern as one of the potential buyers.

But according to information from AZ, ‘There is no truth in the story.’ There has been no contact between Bayern bosses and Voltemed’s camp since joining Newcastle. These are just ‘wild rumours’.

The 24-year-old wants to focus solely on Newcastle’s preparation for the World Cup with Germany this summer. What happens after that remains to be seen.

There is ‘a great deal of mutual respect’ between the two sides. Bayern would love to sign Woltemade from Stuttgart in the summer. But the transfer failed due to subsequent demands, which Newcastle met.

Bayern was disappointed by this. Honorary Chairman Uli Hoenes strongly advocated VolteMed. Face to face, he personally promised the striker a deal. Interestingly, he is not one of Bayern’s big names to have publicly announced a move to Wolverhampton, Newcastle or in the months since.

bayern munich frustration

Sport Witness covered it extensively, as Max Eberle explained Newcastle His plans were destroyed in November.

Those who have spoken have made it clear that they are fed up with the disappointment and are looking elsewhere. AZ information is also contained therein.

However the newspaper says the situation could change if Harry Kane does not extend his contract. It expires in 2027 and renewal is on the table. He has interest from Saudi Arabia and FC Barcelona.

However, there have been no talks with Voldemort yet and there has been no contact since joining Newcastle.

Xavi Simmons joined Tottenham Hotspur from RB Leipzig in August 2025, after several months of courting by Chelsea.

The attacking midfielder has scored two goals and provided five assists in 32 appearances for Tottenham. This includes a Premier League goal against Brentford in December and two assists in the league in 2026.

The Netherlands international has initially struggled at Tottenham, resulting in criticism From a section of the Dutch press.

Three months ago, Sports Witness French claims covered Adding that the former Paris Saint-Germain is struggling to cope with the intensity of the Premier League.

Simmons received a straight red in Spurs’ league defeat to Liverpool in December and served a three-match ban. Since then, he has played every minute in the league while Tottenham have failed to register a win.

He failed to impress in the 4-1 defeat to Arsenal on Sunday. His performance against the Gunners has been the subject of criticism from a section of Spurs supporters.

Tuesday’s edition of image Claims that RB Leipzig supporters have now criticized the 22-year-old for his online activities add to his personal drama.

leipzig fans react to tottenham player

Over the weekend, the Bundesliga team came close to securing three points against Borussia Dortmund. Fabio Silva scored a late equalizer, leaving Leipzig to settle for a point.

Portugal international shared a post after the match InstagramCaptioned ’till the last minute’. Bild reported that the Tottenham player not only liked it but also commented ‘brindemos’, which translates to ‘let’s toast’ in English.

The build’s title states ‘Fans Furious! Xavi ‘celebrates Dortmund goal’, which should indicate that his latest comments clearly didn’t please supporters of his former club. The reaction against him has reached such an extent that it has reached the German media.

The Dutchman spent two seasons at the German club, scoring 22 goals and 24 assists in 78 matches.

Simmons played alongside Silva at PSV Eindhoven during the 2022/23 season and Bild say the pair have been friends ever since. So, it’s not surprising to see him commenting on Silva’s latest post.

Sporting CP has found an unexpected solution in Luis Guilherme record The youngster’s reporting under Rui Borges has become a revelation since arriving from West Ham United.

The 20-year-old arrived in January as a long-term project. However, its rapid adaptation has already forced its manager to rethink plans.

Rui Borges has publicly praised the Brazilian’s attitude in both training and matches, and is said to be internally impressed by the coaching staff at how quickly he absorbed tactical instructions.

The record describes a player who was “lost” in the Premier League. At West Ham, Guilherme only managed to make five appearances in the first half of the 2025/26 season. Sporting moves forward decisively In January, he added £12m (€14m) to the bonus he received for bringing him to Lisbon and invested a further £2.6m (€3m).

Work ethic attracting attention since West Ham transfer

Since then, Guilherme’s impact has surprised even those who pushed for his signature. After his recent performance against Moreirense, Rui Borges reportedly strengthened his positive assessment of a player who trains at full intensity and regularly stays behind for additional tactical and finishing practice.

In addition, the Brazilian carefully manages his diet and reviews each of his matches at home. The training center has resulted in a level of application where commitment and detail are non-negotiable.

His football education also plays a role. During his six years in the academy of Brazilian side Palmeiras, Guilherme operated as a left-back, box-to-box midfielder and even a false nine in seven-a-side football. As a result, the left-footed player reads the game faster and understands the movements of teammates more easily.

The Record goes further and notes that, stylistically, he has been compared to Rivaldo. It’s no light comparison… yet Sporting believe his personality and maturity justify optimism.

Away from the pitch, he is described as reserved and disciplined. He married his longtime partner, Giovanna, at the age of 19 and continued to follow a structured parenting, having moved from northeastern Brazil to São Paulo at an early age.

A lesson for West Ham?

For West Ham, this development inevitably raises questions. The Hammers signed Guilherme as part of their wider investment in young Brazilian talent. However, the limited minutes underlined how difficult the Premier League transition can be.

Sporting’s willingness to pay £12 million upfront shows they have seen value that others cannot unlock. If their trajectory continues, West Ham may consider whether they moved too quickly or simply failed to provide the right platform.

Either way, Guilherme’s resurgence in Portugal highlights how context and confidence can transform a career in a matter of weeks.

Guglielmo Vicario has been the No. 1 for Tottenham Hotspur since joining from Empoli in 2023.

Inter Milan have identified the goalkeeper as a target for the summer. Over the past few weeks, Sport Witness has relayed multiple sources from Italy on the Serie A side’s interest.

Earlier this month, we broadcast news He is happy at Tottenham but still wants to leave after this season.

game witness covered Italy’s recent claims Inter Milan’s willingness to sign the 29-year-old on a loan deal with an option to buy or a conditional obligation. However, this does not please Igor Tudor’s side.

The same report also mentions Juventus joining the race to snatch the stopper from Tottenham.

Why are Juve keen on the Tottenham player?

A recent report from gazzetta dello sport Considers that and includes the latest information about the old woman’s interest in Vicario.

Michele Di Gregorio is the first-choice goalkeeper for Juve manager Luciano Spalletti and has been unconvincing recently.

The newspaper says Di Gregorio’s ‘series of errors’ against Lazio, Nerazzurri and Como over the past two weeks have convinced Juventus to look for a new stopper. Therefore, ‘the search for a new number one continues at Juventus.’

Vicario is a priority target for Juventus

AC Milan star Mike Maignan’s contract expires in June, so this was previously being considered. juve
There are a number of names on their list and the Spurs man is ‘in pole position’. In other words, he is their priority target.

Gazzetta claims ‘the main road leads to London’ and Tottenham in particular because of the Italy international.

He will have two years left on his contract and the newspaper believes Spurs will not be able to demand more than €25-30m. This could be wishful thinking from Juve via Gazzetta. Vicario earns €4.5m per year at Spurs.

Both the fee and wages would suit the Turin club, who will have to overcome stiff competition from Inter Milan.

If Juventus fail to sign Vicario, Gazzetta reports they could turn their attention to Atalanta’s Marco Carneschi.

West Ham United’s Edson Alvarez remains on Ajax’s transfer agenda.

is according to football newsWhich cover the interest of the Dutch club and the possibility of securing his services.

The Mexico international spent four years at Ajax before leaving for West Ham in August 2023.

Last summer, the Hammers let the midfielder join Fenerbahçe on loan with an option to buy for a reported €22m. In November, witness the game Turkish claims covered This figure is much higher for yellow canaries.

Ajax failed to sign West Ham man

The Eredivisie side had looked at the 28-year-old in the winter market. On January 22, Khel Witness news broadcast from netherlands Ajax director Marijan Beuker is traveling to Istanbul for a meeting with Alvarez and his agent.

The move never came to fruition due to Fenerbahçe director Devin Ozek confirmsThere were no plans to let him leave in the mid-season window.

Turkish claims reported a late offer from Ajax but were rejected by the Dutch press. The West Ham-owned player has struggled with injuries, limiting his playing time with the Istanbul club.

He played 1,125 minutes in 17 matches in all competitions for Fenerbahçe and is now on the sidelines with an ankle injury. Earlier this month, the Mexican underwent surgery and there is confidence He will be fit in time for the World Cup.

Soccer News say Fenerbahçe are unlikely to make his stay permanent due to injury concerns and the arrival of N’Golo Kante. If this happens, the midfielder will have to return to the Premier League team.

Alvarez could return to Ajax

In that case, Ajax could step forward again to try to sign Alvarez after this season. The search for an experienced midfielder has not been successful and Ajax technical director Jordi Cruyff could launch a new effort in the summer.

This is where the West Ham man comes into the picture. After January’s failure, Soccer News say ‘the situation looks more favourable’ in the next window. This is because he is unlikely to remain in Türkiye due to injuries and fresh competition from Thorn.

Ajax have a ‘realistic chance’ of securing the services of Alvarez if Nuno Espirito Santo’s side cooperate. However, this depends on the Eredivisie side meeting the financial requests of both the Mexican and West Ham.

Deciding not to make a head coaching change for the second consecutive season, the New Orleans Saints have largely flown under the radar at the start of the offseason. After first-year head coach Kellen Moore led the Saints to a respectable 6-11 record, now it’s time to upgrade the roster as the team moves on with Tyler Shaw as the franchise quarterback.

Still, sometimes teams are forced to take a step back before they can make progress. Even if it means saying goodbye to a franchise icon.

Recently, future Hall of Fame defensive lineman Cam Jordan addressed his upcoming free agency with TMZ Sports. In doing so, Jordan acknowledged the possibility that he might join a different team for the first time in his 15-year NFL career.

However, even returning to the saints does not close the book. Jordan says New Orleans “could have a bright future” with Shaw as QB. He also says that after a 10.5 sack season, the 36-year-old is not looking for “top dollar.” He just wants to “be important” with his next contract.

“If you get a 10-sack season, if I was a 26-year-old, I’d demand top dollar,” Jordan said. “The things I’ve never asked for are top dollar. All I’ve asked for is to be valuable.”

The question is, will it come to this for a Saints team that may be close, but has not reached the playoffs since 2020?

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Last October, Sports Witness Covered claims from Denmark FC Copenhagen’s interest in Newcastle United’s Emil Krafth. His wish was to sign him at a reasonable price in the winter market, but that did not happen.

The Sweden international is still at St James’ Park, where he is under contract until the end of this season.

Craft made only one Premier League and two EFL Cup appearances for Newcastle United this season. His limited role with the Magpies meant he missed national team fixtures in October.

Sweden manager Graham Potter initially did not include the right-back in the squad in November. They had to recall the Newcastle United player following concerns over the fitness of Leeds United defender Gabriel Gudmundsson.

Newcastle United player injured

The fullback played 65 minutes in Sweden’s 1–1 draw against Slovenia in a World Cup qualifier in November. This is his last appearance as he has had to spend time on the sidelines due to injury.

Eddie Howe recently admitted that the 31-year-old may not play again this season. football direct It is said that Hammarby IF’s Hampus Skoglund could be a contender for a place in Potter’s squad for the March international break.

The former West Ham United boss, who will be without Krafth and Bologna’s Emil Holm for next month’s fixtures, watched Hammarby IF’s 2-0 cup win over Bjerg on Friday.

Skoglund played the full 90 minutes in his preferred role as a right-back and spoke to Football Direct after the match. They had no idea Potter was in attendance.

“No, I had no idea. But the fact that he was there is a good sign. There aren’t a lot of right-backs in the national team, and the goal is definitely to get there,” He said.

Kraft and Holm’s injuries are lucky for someone else

The outlet is quick to mention that Newcastle United defender and Holm is injured, and Holstein Kiel’s Alexander Bernhardsson has returned from injury.

When asked if this should open the door to Sweden for him, Skoglund explained: “Yeah… I didn’t know it was that bad.”

“Yes [there are not many right-backs]But I meant it more generally. “It’s unfortunate for him that he got injured, but fortunate to have someone else who can take that spot in that situation.”

As things stand, Craft will leave Newcastle United as a free agent after this season.

West Ham United’s Taty Castellanos has revealed that he had the opportunity to join River Plate early in his career.

The Argentina international appeared on a stream with Lagusneta and Teo D’Elia to talk about some topics.

The Millionaire Page Includes comments from the West Ham player on River Plate’s interest and why the move never came to fruition.

The striker arrived in Europe for the first time when Verona signed him from New York City FC in 2022. A year later, he left the La Liga team to join Lazio permanently. He spent over three years with the Serie A team before Nuno Espirito Santo’s side signed him in January.

West Ham player surrounded by River Plate fans

The South American club approached the 27-year-old when he was his assistant to Mattias Biscay. His first term was between June 2012 and December 2022. He returned to River Plate again in August 2024 as assistant to Marcelo Gallardo.

Taty Castellanos reveals talks with Biscay over joining the Argentine club. Furthermore, people close to him were pushing him to leave New York City FC for River Plate.

“My friends from Mendoza and my brother are all River Plate fans, they were driving me crazy trying to get me to join them,” He said.

“I also spoke to Biscay, Gallardo’s assistant. This was six months before Gallardo finished his first stint at the club.”

Why didn’t Taty Castellanos join River Plate?

According to La Pagina Millonaria, after losing Julian Alvarez to Manchester City, River Plate tried to sign the attacker in the summer of 2022. In the same window, the Argentine club sold Enzo Fernández to Benfica.

These two deals significantly improved their financial position, but reports now claim that River Plate refused to meet New York City’s $15m [€12.7m] price. Therefore, he ultimately did not join them.

Taty Castellanos has two goals in nine appearances for West Ham in all competitions. He has a contract until 2030, with the option of a further year, but has been linked with a move away from the Hammers.

Last week, Sports Witness Brazilian claims covered Flamengo are considering him for the near future.

Barcelona have been chasing Norwich City youngster Ajay Tavares for the past few weeks.

Two months ago, Sports Witness First covered several Catalan claims Barcelona’s strong interest in the 16-year-old player.

Hansi Flick made further progress in January to lure him away from Norwich City.

On 17 February, Game Witness news broadcast from spain Barcelona wish to complete this signing as quickly as possible.

Why Barca could sign the Norwich City youngster immediately?

Tavares was born in England but also holds a Portuguese passport. It is important for the La Liga winners to sign him immediately, pending FIFA approval.

Without it, the Blaugrana will have to wait until he turns 18 in December 2027.

Last Friday, we Covering the latest from Spain That the winger has received the green light to join Barcelona. The source said he will travel to the Camp Nou on Sunday to complete all the formalities related to the transfer.

Tavares did not travel at the weekend and his transfer from Norwich City to Barcelona is no longer in danger at all.

Norwich City winger arrives in Spain

The game started on Monday xWhat was formerly known as Twitter posted a video of the Canary youth attacker arriving in Spain this morning. This is an indication that he has already received approval from FIFA.

The Catalan newspaper shared a video of the England U17 international getting out of the car. It is claimed that Tavares has arrived at Barcelona to complete medical tests and other formalities in order to complete his transfer.

The game says it will complete these formalities, including a medical, on Monday so that the player can join the new team ‘immediately’.

Last July, Tavares forced his way into the Norwich City U18 squad and has one goal in 19 appearances this season. He has yet to make his first-team debut for Philippe Clement’s side.

Most likely, the teenager will first start with Barcelona’s youth team.

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Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards surprised many with his lack of knowledge of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and MLB’s Minnesota Twins.

Edwards made the comments during a special guest appearance on the sports comedy podcast Sunday Conversation. As the franchise player of the Timberwolves, fans will assume he knows at least one player from Minnesota’s professional baseball or hockey teams. However, Edwards, who is always up for debate about being the face of the NBA, is always completely honest with his comments and lacks the media-trained fake answers given by many star athletes.

Edwards said at 2:56, “I haven’t got any favorite players among them. I don’t know any players from the Twins or the Wild. I’ll put it to you, I don’t watch baseball or hockey.”

Given his tendency to be outspoken, it’s funny to hear his honesty here, in which he admits he doesn’t watch or care about Minnesota’s other pro teams.

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Edwards has had a strong season as he approaches the halfway point of his sixth year in the league. Over the course of 47 appearances, he has averaged 29.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.3 steals per game. He is shooting 49.4% from the field, including 40.1% from beyond the arc, and 79.4% from the free-throw line.

Minnesota has a 35–23 record on the season, tied for sixth in the Western Conference standings. They are above the Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors, while trailing the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets.

After Sunday’s loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Timberwolves will look to bounce back in their next matchup. They’ll be on the road when they face the Portland Trail Blazers on February 24th at 10 PM ET.

Real Oviedo goalkeeper Aaron Escandel is on West Ham United’s transfer agenda.

this is it taurus heartA website specializing in its coverage on Torino is now reporting.

The outlet mentioned West Ham when discussing the Serie A side’s desire to sign the 30-year-old.

Escandel is attracting interest from West Ham and Torino

He arrived at the Spanish club on a free transfer in July 2024 and signed a three-year contract.

Escandel kept 16 clean sheets and conceded 44 goals in 45 matches in the Segunda División last season and played a key role in Real Oviedo’s promotion to the top flight. The stopper has kept six clean sheets and conceded 36 goals in 23 La Liga matches this season.

The Spaniard’s performances have drawn attention from Nuno Espirito Santo’s side and a few clubs, including Torino.

Alberto Paleri has replaced Franco Isreal as the Turin club’s first-choice goalkeeper since October. Despite this, Torino are still looking for a new stopper and have identified Escandel as an ideal target.

His profile and experience make him attractive to Torino director Gianluca Petrachi, who believes the Real Oviedo player can adapt well to Serie A.

This would force the Italian club to begin informal negotiations with both the La Liga side and the player’s entourage.

Torino is under threat from West Ham

The Hammers are also planning to sign Escandel in the summer.

Mads Hermansen joined the London club from Leicester City last summer and started the season as their number 1. He lost his place to Alphonse Areola in September, before regaining his place in West Ham’s eleven earlier this month.

Lukasz Fabianski has been third choice but remains on sidelined due to injury since September. His contract expires in June and he can leave as a free agent. Therefore, it would be wise for West Ham to look for a new stopper.

According to Cuore Toro, the Premier League side are keeping an eye on Escandel. Torino are concerned that West Ham’s financial strength ‘could lead the player to choose London over Turin.’

It remains to be seen whether there is genuine interest or whether West Ham are being used to put pressure on Torino.

earlier this month, sports witness Calciomercato IT covered claims about Juventus’ interest in Manchester City star Bernardo Silva.

The Italian side was in contact with the Portuguese contingent. There have been no signs of renewal, with Bernardo’s contract expiring in the summer.

This was giving Juve hope for a free transfer, as they were expecting a decision in the next few weeks. The Old Lady were also preparing a two-year deal for the versatile midfielder.

There have been developments since then but it seems certain that the player will leave Manchester City.

Manchester City players listening to the offer

La Stampa – relayed by black and whiteCitizens mention star as Juve target.

He is sure he will leave Manchester City but his next club is still in danger. Despite interest from the Italian giants, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain also see the situation as an opportunity. Saudi Arabian clubs can also make big offers.

Meanwhile, the 31-year-old is listening to approaches from his agent Jorge Mendes. Juve have put their own offer on the table in an attempt to beat off the competition quickly.

Luciano Spalletti’s team has not received any response yet but is working towards achieving the goal. The Portugal international is seen as somewhat of a dream prospect, with his free agent status appealing to him.

Bernardo will depart as a club legend

Sometimes, it’s easy to forget that the former Monaco player is still only 31 and has many years of football left in him.

Despite this, he has achieved a lot at Manchester City. He has played 442 times for Pep Guardiola in various positions. This season, he has become a fixture on the right wing in times of need, which says a lot about his availability.

Winning silverware again this season would go a long way in paying tribute to Bernardo, who deserves a lot of credit for his service.

After confirming that he would leave Manchester United at the end of the season, Casemiro has already attracted interest from Brazil. But no formal steps have been taken yet.

speaking on a local videocastSao Paulo football executive Rui Costa admitted that there had been informal contact with the midfielder shortly after the January announcement.

He detailed how this approach took place inside the club’s training ground: “One afternoon we were talking about it and one of our important players sent a message to Casemiro. Who wouldn’t want to have Casemiro in their team, right? I would!”

“He immediately replied that his project was not to return to Brazil, his project was to remain in another market,” He said.

“There was no offer”

Rui Costa was asked directly whether Sao Paulo – Casemiro’s youth club – had made an offer. He was emphatic in his answer.

“Does this mean that Sao Paulo have made an offer for Casemiro? No. Sao Paulo have not made any offer for Casemiro and, in my view, it would not be wise to do so without a clear picture of what our team will look like.”He said.

He also clarified the nature of the contact.

“Obviously I couldn’t find myself in that role, at least without understanding if they saw Sao Paulo as an option. That’s what we did.” He said. “There was no offer, no formal enquiry. It was through an important person in the group who sent them a message.”

According to Rui Costa, this occurred shortly after Casemiro publicly confirmed on 22 January that he would not be staying at Manchester United after this season.

Palmeiras and foreign competition

brazilian insider outlet Lecture Portal It is claimed that Palmeiras is also monitoring the situation. The midfielder is seen internally as a viable option for the club after becoming a free agent in June, As we covered earlier.

However, competition extends beyond brazil. The report cites interest from MLS side Inter Miami and Saudi clubs including Al-Nassr and Al-Ittihad.

Nevertheless, Brazilian sources suggest that Casemiro’s preference remains to remain abroad, with the United States or Europe seen as his preferred destinations for 2026.

Brazil’s message to Manchester United is clear. The appreciation is there. Informal contact took place. But, at least so far, no concrete steps have been taken.