nottingham forest The stance on Jair Cunha is becoming clear. While several Brazilian clubs have explored a move for the defender in recent months, at least one of those approaches has been solidified. Even if he hits the wall.

The 20-year-old has become one of the most watched forest fringe players in Brazil.

Flemish Have seen him. botafogo A reunion figured out. cruise Recently another fan has emerged. Yet despite limited opportunities in England, there has been little sign that Forest are keen to let him go.

The numbers show there’s still work to do

Jair Cunha has only played 16 matches this season with 1057 minutes. These figures explain why the Brazilian club believe a loan could be possible.

according to ball radarSao Paulo became the latest club to test the waters.

The Brazilian side requested information about Jair Cunha and evaluated the possibility of a loan. However, Forest expressed no interest in a deal under those terms.

As a result, discussions never progressed and São Paulo moved on to other defensive targets.

That detail is the most interesting development here. Previous reports focused only on Brazilian clubs. This time his effort gave an indication of Forrest’s position.

Reference to Youngster

Jair Cunha barely featured in the first half of the campaign, but injuries, rotation and Nottingham Forest’s deep Europa League run opened the door for him. As the fixtures piled up, Vitor Pereira turned to the Brazilian as a squad option.

Forest’s pressure on several fronts gave Jair Cunha an unexpected opportunity. With the club’s Premier League and Europa League commitments, the young defender moved from the team’s fringes to a useful rotation piece during the busiest period of the season.

The Brazilian did not even see many minutes in the beginning. However, Forest’s busy schedule and lengthy Europa League trip created opportunities, allowing Jair Cunha to establish himself as a reliable depth option for several weeks. And this was his wish All the time.

what happens next

Forest paid around £10.3m (€12m) to sign Jair Cunha from Botafogo after the Club World Cup. Given that investment and his age profile, it wouldn’t be surprising if the club still view him as a long-term project rather than a player who can move quickly.

Brazilian clubs line up. However, Forrest appears to be much less willing than many of them to open the door.

Nick Nemeth turned WWE down on multiple occasions before agreeing to return for John Cena’s farewell tournament, he revealed on the Sweet Pop Podcast.

Nemeth said that when WWE first called him he was not interested. When he came to know that the comeback would be related to Cena, he changed his mind.

“He’s asked me to come back a few different times for some other things, and I said, ‘Uh, I don’t know,'” Nemeth said before explaining what led to the situation. When he was told the opportunity was linked to Cena, he said the decision was made easier given their shared history and what Cena has done for talent in and out of the ring.

Nemeth competed in the Last Time Is Now tournament and returned to Madison Square Garden to face Solo Sequoia in a match to determine Cena’s final opponent.

Nick Nemeth regrets selfless approach in WWE

In the same interview, Nemeth reflected on his nearly two-decade WWE run under the name Dolph Ziggler, admitting that his tendency to overpower others led to his rise to the top of the card. He described himself as someone who prioritized making matches and his opponents look good rather than preparing himself for bigger opportunities, calling this both a strength and a liability.

“To a fault, I was a little selfless,” Nemeth said. “I want this match to be great. I want everyone to be talking about it – rather than ‘I want to be talked about as world champion.’

He credited this approach with keeping him on the job for 20 years, while acknowledging that it was probably this approach that kept him from consistently competing in the main event. Nonetheless, fans will remember him for being one of the best in-ring workers of his era and a missed opportunity by WWE management in charge. Currently, he is making a splash as a top star in TNA Wrestling.

The Montreal Canadiens are clearly one of the most exciting teams in the NHL, due to the fact that they are the youngest organization in the league.

And while they currently hold a 2-1 lead in their second-round series against the Buffalo Sabres, there is one particular number that has remained consistent.

Canadiens Star Players at 5v5

10 playoff games in, some of their most electric point producers have yet to find the back of the net at 5v5.

Juraj Slafkowski, who set a new career high with 73 points in 82 games in the regular season, has no points.

Cole Caufield, who finished second in goal scoring with 51 goals in the regular season, did not have any points.

Calder Trophy finalist Ivan Demidov has no points.

This is the type of situation that will sink most teams, especially teams like the Habs who rely on the first line.

However, thanks to key contributions from Zachary Bolduc, Alex Texier and Kirby Dach, among others, the Canadiens are not only moving forward, but they have offered back-to-back dominant performances against the Sabres.

Of course, sticking to 5v5 ignores their powerplay production, with both Caufield and Slafkowski scoring significant powerplay goals in Game 3, which is an indicator that they can eventually take turns at equal strength.

As head coach Martin Saint-Louis explained on Tuesday, powerplay touches can go a long way in restoring a player’s confidence once the man advantage is gone. He was talking about Dach in this particular case, but the logic also applies to Slafkovsky, Demidov, and Caufield.

Hear the team’s pregame comments ahead of tonight’s Game 4 against Buffalo

Tune in now for live pregame media ops ahead of tonight’s Game 4 against the Sabers #GoHabsGo https://t.co/GnwYezrnbJ

– X – Canadiens Montreal (@CanadiensMTL) 12 May 2026

depth value

Here’s how 5v5 production breaks down across the lineup. Zachary Bolduc leads the way with two goals and four assists, including Newhook, Dach and Texier.

If I had told you heading into the playoffs that the three players in question would go scoreless for 10 games at 5v5, you probably would have asked me how they could possibly avoid being eliminated in the first round.

And the answer is that the Habs have somehow managed to produce a hero every night, one who is not among the highest-paid players in the lineup, and one who does not enjoy playing on the first line.

In other words, the depth players have responded well beyond expectations given the circumstances.

All Montreal Canadiens stats are 5v5 via Natural Stat Trick.

Mark has been covering the Habs for over a decade. He previously worked for the Journal Metro, The Athletic, The… More about Mark Dumont

Ronda Rousey has given her most honest account yet about what it was like to work in WWE under Vince McMahon, describing an environment defined by last-minute decisions, poor communication and constant anxiety during an interview with Complex News.

Rousey worked with WWE twice, the first time starting in 2017 and the second time until 2023. She was candid about how the experience of working under McMahon affected her ability to connect with her character.

“I felt like I was creating someone else’s image of myself,” Rousey said. “You could tell when I was allowed to write my own promos and when I wasn’t. I learned a lot from it, and I really enjoyed my time in the ring. I didn’t really enjoy being in the death throes during Vince McMahon’s reign, but there were a lot of great experiences there.”

His second stint with the company was particularly difficult. Rousey described McMahon as being out of touch with the day-to-day reality of running a product and said that the work environment had become increasingly unhealthy by that time.

Ronda Rousey on WWE’s ‘Inner Turmoil’

“I mean, in the second round, Vince had gone too far and was even more difficult to work with, and there was a lot of internal turmoil going on in the company,” Rousey said. “It was kind of a s*** show, and no one ever knew what was going on.

“And you’d get on the field, and you’d be asked to do something that someone threw in your lap that wasn’t thought about until 15 minutes before. Everything was super last minute and not well thought out, and there was no communication, no back-and-forth.”

The psychological impact of that environment was something that Rousey addressed directly.

He said, “Any attempt to collaborate feels like we were trying to negotiate something instead of partnering together to create something great.” “And unfortunately, I love being in the ring and doing this, but the process was like a cluster f–k, sh–t show that was a lot more anxiety-inducing than it was worth.

“I just look back on it, and I just remember the anxiety of not knowing what was going on, and then at the last minute, maybe we’ll be able to get it out of our A- and have a good night, and maybe not. I was definitely Team Triple H rising up to handle it. So, I’ve heard it’s gotten a lot better since he took over things, but unfortunately, I didn’t get to experience it.”

Rousey recently appeared at AEW Revolution with real-life friend Marina Shafir after her match against Toni Storm. She is currently preparing for her fight against Gina Carano this Saturday at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, which is being broadcast live on Netflix.

armoryMikel Merino has been important for both the Premier League team and Spain.

The midfielder last featured in the Gunners’ 3-2 defeat to Manchester United in January. He suffered an injury for which he had to undergo surgery and has been out of the team since then.

This forced the Arsenal star to miss the March international break and several fixtures for Mikel Arteta’s side.

On March 20, we broadcast news That Spain manager Luis de la Fuente is concerned about the 29-year-old ahead of the World Cup.

A week later, Game Witness Covered claims from Spain So that the players remain confident about making a place in the tournament.

Update on injured Arsenal player

As State Mikel Merino was without crutches at Arsenal’s training ground last Friday and it is anticipated that he will ‘Play again in two to three weeks’.

If there are no further setbacks, he should travel to the United States and Mexico with Spain in June.

The former Real Sociedad man had a ‘heel screwed on’. Both the player and the national team doctor are confident that he will be fit in time for the World Cup.

Merino plays a vital role for La Roja and he demonstrated this during their European Championship success in 2024. Therefore, Luis de la Fuente is hopeful that the player will regain full fitness soon so that he can make himself available for the World Cup.

The newspaper made no mention of whether the Spain international would be able to make any appearances for Arsenal this season. His return from injury will be a big boost for the Gunners in the title race.

Arsenal’s remaining matches

The Gunners are three points clear of second-placed Manchester City, who have a game in hand, after defeat by Pep Guardiola’s side last weekend.

The north London club have five league matches and at least two more in the Champions League this season.

Arsenal’s remaining matches this season are as follows:

• vs newcastle united [home] on 25th April
• atlético madrid [away] on 29th April
• in fulham [home] on 2 may
• atlético madrid [home] on 5 may
• vs west ham united [away] on 10th may
• v burnley [home] tbd
• V Crystal Palace [away] on 24th may

It appears that Mario Gila could leave Lazio in the summer transfer window. Aston Villa may now need to act quickly if they are to land a centre-back.

The Roma side have faced significant financial difficulty over the past 12 months. They were handed a transfer ban last summer and were then forced to sell Matteo Guendouzi and Taty Castellanos.

Gila could now be the next major player to depart for a fee that would give Lazio a capital gain.

sports witness Tuttosport have covered claims about Aston Villa’s interest in the defender. Now, Unai Emery’s side could struggle in a potential move.

AC Milan is trying to move forward

transfer market The report on the Spaniard’s situation, makes it clear that AC Milan is doing its best to advance in the competition.

The outlet noted interest from Aston Villa but the Rossoneri discovered Mario Gila at the weekend. He started for Lazio in the game against Bologna and played a role in their 2–0 win away from home.

This seems to have reassured Max Allegri’s side, who are now aiming to make a formal offer for the 25-year-old. There is also interest from Inter Milan but everything points to Gila being a prime target for the Rossoneri.

The player is keen to leave in the summer, with the Biancocelesti having already been informed of this decision. Once Lazio executes the sale, Real Madrid will be required to pay a fee of 50% of his earnings as Gila joins the Roman club from Los Blancos in 2022.

The deal could prove important for Aston Villa

Mario Gila has been one of his most reliable defenders since joining the Serie A side. He continued to be an important player even when many others at the club left.

Under Maurizio Sarri, he has also operated as a midfielder and this shows his versatility. He has also developed as a leader, which has helped him remain in and around the Spain national team.

Unai Emery has never had a problem having players of that type in his team. Gila also has great ability on the ball, which will just be a bonus.

The only obstacle to the move is Milan, which is likely to be helped by his contract situation as it expires in 2027.

In only his third season with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Cason Wallace has never played for a team that has not won at least 57 regular season games. It is extremely rare for most NBA players to win a championship between sophomore seasons. This season has undoubtedly been his best. Wallace recorded a career-high 27 points in a 121–111 win against the Denver Nuggets in February.

However, Wallace’s contributions go far beyond his career-high seven threes made in that win against the Nuggets. Wallace has emerged as a triple threat for Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault, giving him a unique on-ball defender who can stretch and stretch the floor with his outside touch.

Wallace’s career average is the best in several statistical categories, including points per game (8.6), assists (2.7), and steals (2.1), in which he leads the NBA. Still, returning as the defending champions and having faced every team’s best effort, Wallace doesn’t see any major changes in the Thunder’s approach this season.

Wallace said, “I don’t see any big difference between last season’s performance and this year’s. The goal will always be to win.” “As defending champions, we still look forward to working hard and competing every day.”

While some were expecting a championship hangover, which is the norm for most returning champions, the Thunder had the best start to the regular season – 24–1 – in NBA history. Without All-NBA forward Jalen Williams, who missed the first 19 games due to wrist surgery, the Thunder rose to the top of the Western Conference standings, where it remained stable through the 2025–26 season.

“I feel fortunate to be a part of such a great team and I’m excited to keep the energy flowing until the end of the season,” Wallace said.

Wallace will be a key part of the Thunder’s postseason campaign as the defending champions. With teams like the San Antonio Spurs and Denver Nuggets threatening to dethrone OKC from its throne, Wallace is one of several interesting depth pieces that light up the Thunder’s backcourt.

Oklahoma City embraces Thunder’s Cason Wallace

As Wallace continues to grow as a player, his community of die-hard Thunder fans in Oklahoma City has embraced him. So much so that Wallace partnered with a local food chain in town, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, to create “Cason’s Queso”, his own cheese sauce inspired by his nickname “Queso”.

Wallace said, “We have great people on this team and we always have a lot of fun together. I’ve always had him at Fuzzy’s, and I told him my queso is a must-try because it’s loaded just the way I like it.” “Every bite is a little different depending on what toppings you bring out, so it’s perfect for sharing on game day.”

While Wallace hopes the fans enjoy the collaboration, he is eager to finish the regular season and enter the playoffs for another run at the championship.

Amid a 10-game winning streak, the Thunder earned their 55th win on Wednesday. With only 12 games remaining, Oklahoma City is in position to make another deep playoff run with hopes of winning back-to-back titles.

Mark Daigneault praises ‘committed’ Cason Wallace

Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault praised Wallace’s adaptability to different lineups this season, which he has been successful in, as the third-year guard continues to improve. Although the Thunder traded for Wallace, who was selected 10th overall on draft night in 2023, it’s no coincidence that Casson has one of the highest winning percentages in NBA history.

Wallace’s career winning percentage is 75.6%. And while some fans will joke that he’s a lucky charm, given that the Thunder have finished with the best record in the Western Conference every season since Wallace joined, Daigneault looks at the work Cason has done behind the scenes.

“He’s one of many guys on our team who obviously plays his role well on a very good team,” Daigneault said. “When you look at Cason Wallace’s win percentage as a professional, his win percentage is insane. But one of the things that comes with playing on a team at this level as a young player is that your role can sometimes feel narrow compared to your teammates.

“If he wasn’t on such a good team, he’d probably be able to do a lot more, and his role would be a little broader. So, when you have a guy that’s committed to that kind of role, is committed to winning and the team’s success, having a night like tonight, everybody’s happy for him.”

While Wallace’s role has changed sporadically throughout the regular season due to the Thunder’s long list of injuries, he makes the most of his opportunities.

“He shows up – he takes whatever minutes he gets. Sometimes he starts, sometimes he doesn’t. Some nights he gets some shots, and he doesn’t get his breakthrough,” Daigneault said. “So, on a night when he does that, and he delivers, everyone is thrilled for him.”

For Wallace, it’s sometimes hard to believe how far he’s come. It all happened very quickly for the top-10 draft pick, who became an NBA champion, led the association in steals, and emerged as a key member for a team with the potential to win back-to-back titles.

If Wallace could talk to that younger version of himself, he would only give that kid one strong piece of advice for the future.

“I would tell the younger version of me to keep working hard,” Wallace said. “Results come from being disciplined, having confidence in yourself and your teammates, and being prepared for every opportunity.”

Wallace is living proof of what the other side of that hard work is.

JJ Redick heaped praise on Luka Doncic after he stunned the Nets in the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over the Miami Heat on Thursday night.

Doncic is going through the eighth season of his NBA career, his second with the Lakers. He has made significant progress in his adaptation to Los Angeles, which has become a key factor in the team’s chances of success.

In 38 minutes of action, Doncic lit up the court from nowhere against Miami’s defense. He finished with a stat line of 60 points, seven rebounds, five steals and three assists. He made 18 of 30 shots from the field, including 9 of 17 from beyond the arc and 15 of 19 from the free-throw line.

Redick reflected on Doncic’s hot stretch of scoring after the game. After Thursday night, the Lakers superstar has scored 51 points, 30 points, 36 points and 40 points in the team’s winning streak. This resulted in the head coach praising Doncic’s remarkable efforts.

Reddick said, “His teammates are enjoying it just as much as him right now… It’s a special race.”

Luka Doncic, how the Lakers played against the Heat

JJ Redick and the Lakers are happy to see Luka Doncic getting hot at a crucial time. Los Angeles is coming off a big win, moving it up in the conference standings and the playoff picture.

Four players scored in double figures for Los Angeles in the win, including Doncic. LeBron James delivered a triple-double performance of 19 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists on 8 of 12 shooting from the field. Austin Reeves was next with 18 points and five rebounds, while Marcus Smart added 13 points and four assists.

Los Angeles improved to a 45–25 record on the season and finished third in the Western Conference standings. They are above the Minnesota Timberwolves and Houston Rockets, while trailing the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder.

Coming off the back of eight consecutive wins, the Lakers will be looking forward to their next contest. They are on the road when they face the Orlando Magic on March 21st at 7pm ET.

The Los Angeles Lakers continued their momentum and defeated the Houston Rockets 124-116, as Luka Doncic once again took control of the night. In the process, he delivered a near triple-double with 40 points, nine rebounds and 10 assists. This wasn’t just another strong night. Instead, it felt as if something rare was unfolding in real time.

Doncic controlled the pace from the beginning. He attacked mismatches, created space and punished every defensive lapse that Houston showed. At times the Rockets remained within reach and continued to apply pressure. He increased the speed and tested Los Angeles. However, the Lakers responded every time. Calm. accurate. Under control. As a result, Doncic made sure the momentum never slipped.

According to OptaSTATS, the race has now reached historic territory. Notably, Doncic is the first player in NBA history to record at least 250 points, 50 rebounds, 50 assists and 25 threes in a seven-game span while going undefeated. The numbers are clear. However, sustainability stands out even more. Night after night, the production continues. In turn, the impact never diminishes.

Lakers looking for identity behind Luka Doncic

This latest Lakers-Rockets clash showed the full picture. From the start, Doncic shot 12 of 25 from the field and 7 of 17 from deep. As a result, he remained efficient when needed and explosive when needed. Furthermore, he read and adjusted every coverage without hesitation. Houston tried several looks. However, none lasted long.

More importantly, the Lakers are evolving. For one, the vacancy is more intense. Besides, the ball moves faster. As a result, confidence appears on every asset. It is no longer just about speed. Instead, this structure is taking shape.

And now, the big question arises. If Luka Doncic is already making history on this field, what happens when the stakes rise and the lights get even brighter?

As the Miami Heat look to bounce back from a 121-117 loss to the Orlando Magic on Saturday night, the team still has a lot to figure out about its lineup and rotation with 14 games left in the regular season. As the Heat prepare to face tough teams over the next few weeks, a major decision has still to be made regarding star Norman Powell.

It can’t be denied what a positive impact Powell has had this season in his first year with Miami, leading the team with 22.5 points per game, resulting in his first-ever All-Star award. The main starter for the Heat, it was a different story on Saturday as he came off the bench after missing the last seven games with a groin strain.

While fellow star guard Tyler Herro did the same after his latest rib injury, there are a few reasons why both Powell and Herro came off the bench in their injury returns after missing significant time. What is clear is that after a difficult and complicated injury recovery, coming off the bench is a way to help Powell get his feet under him again.

The second is not to mess with Miami’s flow, as Herro has had success since his debut, as he averaged 25.6 points per game in five of the seven games with Powell out. The other two were due to Herro missing time due to quadriceps pain.

Head coach Erik Spoelstra would tell ClutchPoints after the loss to Orlando that, in addition to ‘managing’ Powell’s injury recovery, he talked about the “level of sacrifice” that will come when dealing with lineup decisions.

“As long as we’re responsible for it, he’ll be OK,” Spoelstra said. “Look, these are not easy decisions right now. He’s going to play a lot of minutes. Tyler is going to play a lot of minutes. Right now, we just need to focus on winning games and getting on the team. We want to stay healthy, we want our guys out, we want our hitting power, we want our options. There comes some level of sacrifice with that, and what we’ll do each game, I don’t know at this point. We’re doing what we feel is necessary to prepare ourselves. It is necessary to have a winning situation.”

Erik Spoelstra was asked about Norman Powell’s return from the bench and whether the decision to do so was to get his feet under him:

“Yeah, even to try to manage it. We want our options. With that, you know, comes some level of sacrifice…” #HeatNation

Full response: pic.twitter.com/apckf4WznX

– Zachary Weinberger (@ZachWeinberger) 15 March 2026

Could the Heat bench Norman Powell in favor of Tyler Herro?

With the return of Powell and Herro to the Heat, Saturday was only the 12th game where they were both active in the game together, and the results have been mediocre. There were interesting rotational patterns where Herro and Powell played in different lineups rather than playing on the court together. When they were on the floor at the same time, it felt like action.

However, the two got extended minutes with each other on Saturday as they played 14 minutes, and defensively it wasn’t the best, with Miami outscoring the Magic by three points in that time. There could be a discussion about one starting and the other coming off the bench, Powell, who has recently come off the bench, scored 20 points on Saturday.

When asked how the team explained the reason for Powell coming off the bench, he said, “They didn’t want to mess up the flow of the way the team is playing.” “And I just want to be myself and be aggressive.”

Norman Powell on his explanation for coming off the bench:

“Just they didn’t want to mess up the flow…”

Full response: #HeatNation pic.twitter.com/Yqi9QQdTOm

– Zachary Weinberger (@ZachWeinberger) 15 March 2026

One can easily see how strange it would be for Powell to have an All-Star season early on and then become a reserve later on. However, there have been plenty of wins with either Powell or Herro out, creating a potentially uncomfortable situation for Spoelstra and one of the players to concede.

There’s still time for the Tyler Herro-Norman Powell tandem to work

However, the hope is that in these final 14 games, the Heat can make the Powell-Herro tandem work and solidify their spot in the Eastern Conference. There’s no denying that both have great offensive abilities on the field, but concerns on defense are legitimate.

Still, time has not been on their side, with Bam Adebayo even mentioning how “shaky” it will be in the beginning with moving pieces.

“I mean, it’s going to be volatile because everyone is trying to play the right way,” Adebayo said. “Nobody wants to feel like they’re messing up the pace or the style of play or how we’re playing. So everyone’s trying to get the right amount of shots or get the right rhythm without impacting everyone else.”

Bam Adebayo on the returns of Tyler Herro and Norman Powell and still figuring out how the rotation plays out:

“It’s going to be volatile, because everyone is trying to play the right way. No one wants to feel like they’re messing up the pace or style of play…” #HeatNation pic.twitter.com/jUh7VopUAS

– Zachary Weinberger (@ZachWeinberger) 15 March 2026

At the end of the day, whether Miami starts both or does one and the other comes off the bench, the goal is a common thread that everyone shares.

“It’s a common goal. At the end of the day we’re all trying to win,” Herro said. “Anything you have to do to win.”

Tyler Herro’s full comments after the loss where he talks about five-second violations being quick, the message about Norman Powell’s role with the return and the Heat not having the defensive flair to start: #HeatNation pic.twitter.com/45tkLUA0W6

– Zachary Weinberger (@ZachWeinberger) 15 March 2026

At any rate, both look to stay healthy and work with each other as Miami plays the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night, with the Heat 38-30, which puts them in seventh place in the East.

Valentino Lazzaro is undergoing a resurgence of sorts at Torino. The wing-back has now emerged as a potential target for Fulham.

The Austrian first attracted attention when he joined Inter Milan from Hertha Berlin in 2019. He was largely unsuccessful and was then loaned out to Newcastle United, Borussia Mönchengladbach and Benfica.

From 2022 – Initially on loan, Lazzaro has found a home at Torino. He has played 126 times in all competitions and assisted 17 times.

His contract in Turin expires in the summer and he is attracting the attention of Fulham.

Fulham interest is troubling Torino

IT migration market Reports on the 29-year-old have made it clear that Lazaro is of interest to several clubs. One of them is Fulham, who is also being chased by AS Monaco.

The versatile wing-back has made quite an impact in Turin. Club owners Urbano Cairo value his skills and contributions. Il Toro believes that Lazzaro can deliver a few more seasons at the highest level.

Cairo is keen to tie the Austrians to a new deal but time may be running out. Fears regarding free transfers are increasing.

Interest from Fulham and Monaco is a matter of concern, especially if the right-footed player is interested in returning to England.

Lazaro could provide utility to Silva’s side

Throughout his career, Lazzaro has played a variety of roles at right back. This season, he has played not only on the right wing-back but also on the left wing-back.

Previously, he has also operated as a winger or full-back, which suggests he could be a useful option for Fulham.

A player like him adds value to the team, especially if he joins on a free transfer.

Valentino Lazzaro is undergoing a resurgence of sorts at Torino. The wing-back has now emerged as a potential target for Fulham.

The Austrian first attracted attention when he joined Inter Milan from Hertha Berlin in 2019. He was largely unsuccessful and was then loaned out to Newcastle United, Borussia Mönchengladbach and Benfica.

From 2022 – Initially on loan, Lazzaro has found a home at Torino. He has played 126 times in all competitions and assisted 17 times.

His contract in Turin expires in the summer and he is attracting the attention of Fulham.

Fulham interest is troubling Torino

IT migration market Reports on the 29-year-old have made it clear that Lazaro is of interest to several clubs. One of them is Fulham, who is also being chased by AS Monaco.

The versatile wing-back has made quite an impact in Turin. Club owners Urbano Cairo value his skills and contributions. Il Toro believes that Lazzaro can deliver a few more seasons at the highest level.

Cairo is keen to tie the Austrians to a new deal but time may be running out. Fears regarding free transfers are increasing.

Interest from Fulham and Monaco is a matter of concern, especially if the right-footed player is interested in returning to England.

Lazaro could provide utility for Silva’s side

Throughout his career, Lazzaro has played a variety of roles at right back. This season, he has played not only on the right wing-back but also on the left wing-back.

Previously, he has also operated as a winger or full-back, which suggests he could be a useful option for Fulham.

A player like him adds value to the team, especially if he joins on a free transfer.

Doc Rivers didn’t stop the Milwaukee Bucks from making mistakes during Sunday night’s 120-97 loss to the Chicago Bulls.

Rivers has been a head coach in the NBA since 1999 and has represented five teams throughout his coaching career. He currently represents the Bucks, going through his third season with the franchise.

Milwaukee has played poorly throughout his tenure, with consecutive first-round exits and the future of the franchise is in question as Giannis Antetokounmpo potentially tests free agency in 2027. The team’s loss to Chicago didn’t help matters, losing 27–0 in complete games.

According to reporter Eric Nehm, Rivers reflected on the crushing defeat after the game. He highlighted inconsistent stretches that prevented Milwaukee from taking control, resulting in Chicago’s surge in the contest’s biggest moments.

“The good looks came after bad basketball in the first 11 minutes of the third quarter. In the second group, they gave us a 15-point lead. The first group came in before halftime, lost it and then got it and then lost it again. They lost two 15-point leads… I don’t know if there is such a thing as a basketball god, but if there is, he was alive tonight,” Rivers said.

“When you get that close to the game and play like that, you don’t deserve to win. If we had won the game, I would have been upset. I would have won because we needed it, but that’s not how you play basketball. I don’t know how many jump shots we made in-between in the third. I can’t wait to see it. It felt like every second shot was a dribble, 16 dribbles, a jump shot in between and a contested shot in between.” That’s the worst shot of the game, unless it’s the last five seconds on the clock, so it was a disappointing loss and I hope we all feel that.”

Doc Rivers, how the Bucks performed against the Bulls

Doc Rivers and the Bucks have some soul-searching to do. They may still be without Giannis Antetokounmpo due to injury, but they can’t afford the loss against the Bulls.

Six players scored in double figures for Milwaukee in the loss. Bobby Portis led the team with a stat line of 18 points, five rebounds and one block. He made 7 of 14 shots from the field, including 3 of 8 from beyond the arc. Cam Thomas finished second with 15 points and three assists, AJ Green had 13 points and two assists, while Ryan Rollins had 11 points and seven assists. Meanwhile, Kyle Kuzma and Kevin Porter Jr. provided 10 points each.

Milwaukee fell to a 26–33 record on the season, finishing 11th in the Eastern Conference standings. They are above the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards, while trailing the Charlotte Hornets and Atlanta Hawks.

The Bucks will look to bounce back in their next game at home. They will host the Boston Celtics as tip-off begins on March 2 at 7:30 PM ET.

In an overnight deal, three-time Cy Young winner Max Scherzer agreed to run it back with the American League champion Toronto Blue Jays. Both parties agreed to an attractive one-year deal full of incentives.

The agreement includes a $3 million salary and $10 million in incentives. Insider Ken Rosenthal confirms that the bonus starts at the 65-inning mark. It also comes with no-trade protection.

Last season, Scherzer struggled to stay healthy and consistent during the regular season. He was only able to make 17 starts, and posted a 5.19 ERA in 85 innings. However, when the postseason fell, the two-time World Series winner hit the big time with a 3.77 ERA in three starts. Not the least of which was his courageous start in Game 7 in the World Series against the LA Dodgers, when he allowed only one run in 4.2 innings, and left with a 3–1 lead.

Scherzer returns with Blue Jays for 19th MLB season

It was already clear after the heartbreaking outcome of that Game 7 loss that the 41-year-old was determined to return in 2026. “I can’t understand how this is the last pitch I ever throw,” he said in early November.

He suffered from a thumb problem throughout the ’25 season, which also caused pain in his arm and shoulder. It seems like he believes he has it figured out and will be ready to endure the rigors of his 19th major league season.

Given his age and late signing date, Scherzer will take his time getting ready for the season. But by adding depth to the rotation and a valuable clubhouse presence, he will be a key piece for manager John Schneider to once again rely on in times of need. Even if he is sometimes afraid that Mad Max will kill him.