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Manchester CityNathan Ake did not have a significant role in the Premier League team this season.

Outgoing manager Pep Guardiola gave the Netherlands 688 minutes in 18 Premier League matches, including six starts.

That hasn’t stopped the Manchester City player from being included in Ronald Koeman’s squad for the World Cup. However, it could make the centre-back consider changing clubs this summer.

Barcelona have identified the 31-year-old as a low-cost option to improve their defence.

Last month, Sports Witness Covered claims from Spain The Citizens will not make any concessions to Barça, their Champions League rivals. Their wages are also a problem for the La Liga winners.

Turkish option for Manchester City player

Nathan Ake may have the opportunity to switch to Türkiye where Fenerbahçe could be an option, according to him photomac.

The Yellow Canaries will hold elections this weekend and their former president, Aziz Yıldırım, is running for the same role.

Yıldırım has talked about the importance of strengthening the defense and Aké is his top target.

He recently traveled to England to hold talks with Manchester City for a centre-back. If the presidential candidate is to win the upcoming elections he will bring the Dutchman to Istanbul.

The Etihad club are demanding €11m and the former AFC Bournemouth man wants salaries of €6m per annum excluding bonuses. Yildirim insisted that he could meet both of their demands and that he would insist on the transfer if elected as the new president of Fenerbahçe.

There is no mention of whether the player is open to a switch to Turkey. If he decides to leave Manchester City, he will likely have a choice among the top five European leagues.

Summer exit on the cards

The defender has 13 months left on his contract and is worth €15m transfer market.

Manchester City have yet to confirm Pep Guardiola’s successor, but Nathan Ake is unlikely to be a key part of the next manager’s plans.

Therefore, a move away from the Etihad could be a possibility this summer. This will improve his chances of featuring regularly next season.

fulham Marcos is making a big effort to keep Silva, with Portuguese television now calling the coming days decisive for the manager’s future.

Silva’s situation has become one of the biggest talking points in Portugal due to interest from Benfica and uncertainty over Jose Mourinho. Now that Ruben Amorim is completely out of the pictureMarco Silva himself is in the headlines.

Latest discussion continues cnn portugal Gave a clear picture of the pressure building behind the scenes at Craven Cottage.

Fulham looking to make Silva one of PL’s top earners

Presenter Rita Rodriguez said Silva is expected to meet with Fulham officials in the coming days before making a final decision on whether to accept the renewal offer. He revealed the manager has an offer worth around €14m (£11.8m) per year.

“Fulham’s offer is close to €14m per year for Marco Silva. In total, it would be around €7m,He explained this by openly questioning whether Benfica could realistically compete with those numbers.

Portuguese pundit Nuno Farinha insists Silva is effectively nabbing one of the biggest managerial offers in English football outside the elite clubs.

“Marco Silva has an offer in hand right now which, if he accepts, would make him one of the four or five highest-paid managers in the Premier League.” He said.

In recent weeks, portuguese report He has consistently described the London club as desperate to avoid losing Silva after five years in charge. Now the financial side of that effort is becoming clear.

The main thing is that Silva still has not accepted.

Farinha repeatedly pointed out during the discussion that negotiations with Fulham are still not well underway and no final answer has yet been given by the Portuguese coach.

“Perhaps Marco Silva feels his cycle at Fulham has come to an end. There is a time for everything,” Flour explained.

He suggested that Silva may feel that he has reached the limits of what Fulham can offer him competitively. In that scenario, the next logical step would be either a move to one of the Premier League’s biggest clubs or a completely different challenge elsewhere.

This is where Benfica again enters the picture.

Benfica is offering emotions instead of money

CNN Portugal One of the strongest topics of discussion was the idea that Benfica cannot compete financially with Fulham.

Instead the Portuguese club will need to convince Silva emotionally, culturally and professionally.

Farinha described this as potentially being “passion over rationality”, especially because most Portuguese coaches spend their careers trying to reach England, not leave it.

This comparison became even stronger when Ruben Amorim entered the conversation.

According to the panel, Amorim effectively chose the rational path by prioritizing England and the Premier League, while Silva can now consider the opposite decision of leaving one of football’s richest leagues and returning to Portugal.

From Benfica’s point of view, the pitch is clear. Silva has already spent nine years coaching in England with Hull City, Watford, Everton and Fulham. They already have financial stability, Premier League prestige and long-term security.

What Benfica can offer instead is emotional pull, pressure, titles and the chance to become a central figure at one of Portugal’s biggest clubs – something he has not had the chance to do so far in his career.

Former player and pundit Dani Carvalho argued that Benfica’s biggest selling point may actually be the football itself.

“He’s not a defensive coach. He’s a manager who always tries to win, who wants his teams to find goals and strive for wins,” Carvalho explained. “It means he has ‘Benfica DNA’.”

“He can lead Benfica back towards a strong European level, which the club has been lacking for a long time.” Carvalho added.

The panel also highlighted how competitive Silva’s Fulham teams have become under him. Even without elite levels of resources, in Portugal they are seen as teams capable of going anywhere in the Premier League and trying to win matches rather than merely survive.

Mario Branco is seen as Silva’s comfort point

Another major discussion topic is Silva’s relationship with Benfica director general Mario Branco.

The pair previously worked together at Estoril and now many pundits believe the relationship could be decisive if Benfica formally make a move for the Fulham manager.

Farinha described Branco as a source of comfort for Silva at a time when Benfica was considered internally unstable and politically tense.

“We know that Benfica is going through a period of uncertainty and instability,” He said.

Former footballer Diogo Luis argued that strong personalities such as Silva, Mourinho and Amorim can create discomfort inside club structures because they are demanding coaches who challenge people internally and demand high standards publicly.

According to him, some people inside Benfica would prefer to work with less confrontational personalities than managers who demand constant accountability and investment.

This is clearly opinion rather than direct information, but it shows how heated the managerial debate has become around Benfica in Portugal.

Diogo Luis also suggested that Silva could see Benfica as a club where immediate improvement is possible despite the current problems.

“I think Marco Silva is looking at the glass half full,” That said, the coach could argue that Benfica’s current struggles actually create an opportunity to rapidly improve results and compete strongly domestically and in Europe.

The pundit also stressed that Benfica will remain a club capable of fighting for immediate trophies, including the Europa League, in the right circumstances.

Now the decision is expected in a few days

The expectation in Portugal is that Silva’s decisive meeting with Fulham will take place immediately before or after Sunday’s final Premier League game. After that, the football calendar effectively stops for several weeks.

This urgency explains why Fulham are moving so aggressively now.

From the outside, the message from the London club is that they are finally ready for Give Marco Silva a financial package and competitive guarantees He has wanted to for a while. The question now is whether this will be enough.

Because where Fulham may offer the money and stability of the Premier League, Benfica are trying to offer something a bit more difficult to achieve. Status, emotional pull, pressure, titles and the chance to reshape one of Portugal’s biggest clubs in his own image.

Aston Villa And crystal Palace Juventus will need to offer a wage contribution if they are to sign Jonathan David on loan this summer.

Tuttomercatoweb reports that David Most likely he will leave Juventus, with talks being anything but straightforward.

juventus salary problems

The website states that Jonathan David currently receives €6 million per year plus bonuses after tax at Juventus.

His current deal also has four years left. Therefore, he needs a top-tier offer to convince him to move this summer.

He is strongly aiming to move to the Premier League. Aston Villa and Crystal Palace have made inquiries about him In recent weeks. But a transfer will be a possibility only if there is a contribution from Juventus.

This would either include a portion of the striker’s wages or accepting a loan with an option to buy. Either way, the Bianconeri will have to facilitate the deal in some way. Their high wages remain a major issue for all parties.

There’s also the World Cup to consider. The 26-year-old player will be there with Canada. If he impresses in that tournament, it could ‘shuffle the cards’.

€12m valuation

From an accounting perspective, Jonathan David is currently worth around €12m. This is considered a ‘modest figure’ for a player of his level. But his high salary is weighing heavily on his transfer prospects.

There is also a possibility that he will remain at Juventus after the summer. With Lois Openda set to leave and Dusan Vlahovic yet to sign a contract extension, it may not be worth it to let David go.

But if he were to depart, the likes of Aston Villa and Crystal Palace would need help. He and others cannot afford the Canadian forward given his current salary package.

Galatasaray are accelerating their efforts to sign Virgil van Dijk liverpool this summer, as they plan a defensive rebuild.

Photomack did the double for the Liverpool star todayEmphasizing that he is the star name, the Turkish side are looking to strengthen their defense this summer.

Van Dijk wants to leave Liverpool

Sport Witness covered a report earlier this week It said Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk was at the top of Galatasaray’s transfer wishlist this summer.

That report stated that the Super Lig club were willing to match Van Dijk’s Anfield salary and, importantly, the 34-year-old was ready for the move.

Fotomac now reports that head coach Okan Buruk wants to sign a ‘leading star’ to strengthen his defense next season. Van Dijk, who is ‘planning to leave Liverpool’, has become a ‘key name’ in his thinking.

The outlet states that Van Dijk is considering leaving Liverpool at the end of the season. Furthermore, he is also probably considering terminating his contract, following in the footsteps of Mohamed Salah.

The growing belief is that the Dutchman is set to join Galatasaray this summer. He played twice against Galatasaray this season and was ‘impressed by the atmosphere’ created by the Turkish fans. It feels like it opened the door one step.

Thus, the Turkish side’s management will now ‘accelerate their contacts’ regarding Van Dijk as soon as transfer work begins for next season.

liverpool overhaul

Now, according to reports earlier this week, Sport Witness will urge caution. This report again seems too big, too based on Turkish confidence.

Most important is the consideration that Virgil van Dijk will expire his contract at Liverpool this summer. Given that this has already happened with Mohamed Salah, it would be a huge step for Liverpool to sanction another such exit.

With Andy Robertson also departing and Alisson potentially leaving as well, letting Van Dijk go free would be a huge and controversial decision from the Liverpool hierarchy.

But, confidence in Turkey remains intact and reports are increasing every minute. This suggests, at least, that something is going on behind the scenes.

New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta officially has the exact numbers he can work with in the 2026-27 NHL season.

According to Elliotte Friedman, the NHL officially set the 2026-27 salary cap and notified its 32 clubs.

According to Friedman, the structure is as follows:

• land: $76.9 million
• Middle: $90.4 million
• Roof: $104 million ($8.5 million increase from 2025-26)
• Maximum individual player salary: $20.8 million

This is a significant league-wide increase of $8.5 million from last July that comes at an ideal time for the Devils as they transition to a new era under Mehta.

Projected cap position on July 1, 2026

According to the latest projections from Pukpedia, the Devils are expected to enter the 2026-27 season with a projected cap hit of $92.125 million. This leaves them with approximately $11.875 million in cap space under the $104 million cap.

Obviously, the Devils’ projected cap hit sits comfortably above the $76.9 million floor and just above the $90.4 million midpoint, giving them solid flexibility while still being in a strong position for floor compliance.

The projection has approximately 18 of the 23 active roster spots filled, with a total of 28 standard contracts and no significant dead money or buyout fees beyond bonus overages.

Bonus overage for 2026-27

The Devils will carry $1.25 million in performance-bonus overage into the 2026–27 season. This amount is added directly to their 2026-27 cap hit – which unfortunately reduces the available cap space.

Older Age Details:

• Simon Nemec ($750,000): Earned through three “A” bonuses (goals, plus/minus, and time on ice).
• Evgeny Dadonov ($500,000): Triggered via bonuses in games played ($250K in 10 games and $250K in 20 games).

These bonuses will be fully implemented due to the team’s LTIR usage in 2025-26.

Major pending free agents and extension candidates

With a projected cap space of $11.875 million, Mehta has room to address pending free agents and extensions.

Restricted Free Agent (RFA) – High Priority

• Simon Nemec (D): Breakout young defenseman and key building block.
• Arseniy Gritsyuk (RW): Promising winger with secondary scoring ability.
• Paul Cotter (LW/C): Physical depth forward.

Unrestricted Free Agent (UFA) – Depth Options

• Evgeny Dadonov (RW/LW): Veteran contributor who started his share of the bonus overage; Possible low-cost refund or replacement.

Notable extension-eligible players (under contract for 2026–27)

• Nico Hischier (C): Team captain and No. 1 center – Eligible for an extension through July 1. Keeping the 27-year-old leader safe for the long term is a key priority.
• Dawson Mercer (RW): Versatile 24-year-old middle-six forward—also extension-eligible on July 1. If a deal is not signed this summer, the Devils retain the RFA rights through 2027. Mercer is arbitration eligible.

Strategic implications for Devils under Sunny Mehta

An estimated $11.875 million in space (after a $1.25 million cap) gives Mehta a worthwhile option for July 1:

• He may prefer an extension for Hischier (and if Mehta determines Mercer is part of the future) while handling a key RFA like Nemec.
• Add target depth in free agency to improve bottom-six scoring, defense or goaltending.
• Maintain flexibility for important trades, in-season moves or LTIR use.

Looking ahead, the rising cap (expected to reach $113,500,000 in 2027–28) will create room for even more relief when the current contract expires. The core comprising Hischier, Jack Hughes, Luke Hughes, Jasper Bratt, Timo Meier and others remains locked in, providing a strong foundation for Mehta’s approach.

Of course, projections can change rapidly with trades, signings or bonus outcomes. As mentioned, the Devils should make a deal for a top-6 forward to play alongside Jack and Bratt.

However, overall, the official outlook is positive.

The new $104 million cap hit puts the Devils in position to have what should be a productive offseason as Mehta begins to shape the roster for contention.

However, Mehta’s hurdle will be navigating Tom Fitzgerald’s no-move/trade clause on New Jersey’s roster.

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Sacramento Kings coach Doug Christie was also hired after a 22-win season after posting a .368 winning percentage in 134 career games. This decision may be related to the cheap price Sacramento is paying for its head coach.

According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, Christie is considered the lowest-paid head coach in the NBA, with an average annual salary of $2 million.

For comparison, Steve Kerr is currently the highest-paid NBA coach with $17.5 million and Erik Spoelstra makes about $15 million per season with the Miami Heat. The going rate is often between $8 to $10 million per year, as evidenced by Taylor Jenkins receiving a $10 million salary this offseason to become the head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks.

Since taking over as head coach of the Kings in the middle of the 2024–25 NBA season, Christie has one of the worst win totals (49) among active NBA head coaches.

With the Kings currently projected to be above the NBA’s luxury tax line for the 2026-27 season, it wouldn’t be surprising to see owner Vivek Ranadive cut costs elsewhere. While Christie has not proven himself to be an NBA-caliber coach, he has shown loyalty to the franchise and appears to be the most cost-effective option for a rebuilding team.

However, there is a long-term risk here. As we’re seeing with the Portland Trail Blazers under new owner Tom Dundon, making money with coaches can damage a franchise’s reputation.

While there are top-tier assistant coaches who make more than $1 million per season, Christie’s salary clearly indicates that the Kings are unwilling to make significant investments in their coaching staff.

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of liverpool Alisson has been consistently pushed as a target for Serie A clubs by the Italian media. The deal is now proving more difficult than initially thought.

Earlier in March, the goalkeeper signed a new deal at Anfield, tying him down until the end of next season.

Temporarily, this silenced much of the discussion about his future. Soon, this escalated once again as Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti appeared keen to reunite with the Brazilian.

last week, sports witness The cover claims the goalkeeper would indeed be keen to return to his ex-Roma manager. Talks took place and Juve also became optimistic about the signing.

Now, it seems that optimism has been replaced by pessimism and Liverpool could keep Alisson.

Many discussions were held for Alison

Today, tuttosport Let it be clear that doubts are growing in Turin regarding the signing of the 33-year-old player.

Ideally, Spalletti would want Alisson at the club. In fact, he sees him as a dream target, with Mattia Perin and Michele Di Gregorio likely to leave the Old Lady in the summer.

Juve have attempted to meet the manager’s demands by holding talks with Alisson’s squad. They now realize that the deal is more complicated than initially thought.

Alisson earns €8m per season and will demand a significant signing-on fee. This would also include agent fees, with Liverpool themselves demanding €15m to let the Brazilian leave.

The goalkeeper’s team has had several discussions with Juve and now it seems that it will be very difficult for the Turin forward to make a move. Talks were also held with other Serie A clubs but those talks were also met with doubt.

Our opinion: Liverpool would have no objection to this

Alisson may be 33 and has been out of action for the past few weeks, but he still performed well earlier in the campaign.

Giorgi Mamardashvili has also not disappointed anyone but his candidacy as first choice remains unknown. Alisson will only help him grow and his presence will ensure that Georgians are not thrown into the deep end next season.

Furthermore, Liverpool have no need to offer a waiver to let Alisson depart. He has previously been linked to Saudi clubs who would be able to afford his salary and the Reds’ demands. It wouldn’t be the end of the world if Juve didn’t make the move.

chelsea Moving to protect Moises Caicedo beyond the usual contract cycle, more details are emerging from South America on a situation already widely discussed in England.

The Ecuador international has become central to Chelsea’s structure this season. Despite inconsistent results, he has been a consistent presence in midfield.

His minutes underscore that importance, while his defensive reliability and passing volume keep the team strong.

That role explains why Chelsea are now acting quickly. Instead of waiting for the pressure to build, they are trying to remove it completely.

Contract extension driven by situation, not urgency

journalists cesar louis merlo And jose alberto molestina – Both experts on the South American market – outline the full picture Havoline Deportivo.

Moises Caicedo’s current deal already runs until 2031, which raises an obvious question.

Merlo addressed this directly:

“What Chelsea are doing is giving him a salary commensurate with the value of Caicedo, who is one of the best central midfielders in the world.” he explained.

“There are still some small details missing, but everything is in place for Moises Caicedo to extend his contract with Chelsea until June 2033. His current contract runs until 2031.”

This means it is about linking his salary with his importance and removing any future stress.

“So that he remains calm, so that there is no conflict… and if a club comes with a big offer, Caicedo becomes more relaxed and any possible exit is more harmonious and agreeable.”

The midfielder himself recently He said he wants to ‘stay as long as possible’So all roads ultimately lead to Chelsea.

Outside interest and Chelsea reaction

Molestina gave further details, particularly on how other clubs have affected the situation.

“I think Moyi will become one of the top three highest-paid players in the team, which is very important.”

He then pointed to growing attention from elsewhere:

“There are clubs that have started to ask about Moises, about his situation, especially considering that Chelsea’s sporting moment is not the best.”

That notion has evoked a clear internal reaction:

“They basically said: ‘No, no, no, let’s secure the players we want long-term.'”

In other words, Chelsea have already recognized the risk and decided to take action before it became more serious.

Relationship with the agency and long-term control

At this stage Moises Caicedo and Chelsea are in an alliance. The player is said to be happy at the club, wanna be a legend out thereAnd there is no current intention on the part of either party to proceed with the transfer.

At the same time, the structure around it has also played a role. His new agency, Base, has a strong relationship with Chelsea, which has helped with smooth discussions.

Merlo explained that dynamic:

“Chelsea have a very good relationship with the base… Obviously when each side has to defend their position, they will, but the idea is to avoid any friction or problems.”

This is part of a broader strategy. Chelsea wishes to reduce the possibility of future disputes, whether internal or motivated by external interest.

This is a move to cement Moises Caicedo’s place at the club as well as enhance his position within the team.

At the same time, they are also building security into that commitment. If interest continues to grow, as expected, any negotiations will take place from a position of strength.

For a player who is already viewed internally as one of the best in his role, this move reflects long-term planning rather than a short-term reaction.

Marcos Senesi has a big decision to make regarding his future, especially after a number of impressive performances this season. Aston Villa is fast emerging as a destination for them.

The defender’s Bournemouth contract expires in the summer. So far, there are no signs of a renewal, with the Cherries failing in every attempt to tie him down beyond the current campaign.

During the past few weeks, the Italian press has continued to keep a close eye on Argentina. sports witness Claims that Juventus have submitted their offer in a desperate attempt to beat off the competition have also been covered.

There has been speculation that Senesi would also be open to a move to Serie A. Even before joining Bournemouth, he was constantly linked with a switch to the Italian top-flight.

Now, it looks like he might not get there. Aston Villa has a better chance to convince the player.

Villains are offering significant salaries

today’s corriere dello sport Looks at Juve’s potential targets for the summer. Marcos Senesi is seen as one of the favorites to strengthen the Old Lady’s backline and work is underway to seal a deal.

However, the transfer faces stiff challenges – mainly due to Aston Villa and Borussia Dortmund. Both clubs have made ‘concrete moves’ for the former Feyenoord player and are offering a higher salary than the Bianconeri.

unai are emery’s sides ‘Offering significantly higher salaries and bonuses’ And this turns the race in their favor.

Juventus are aware of these problems and have also been alerted to AS Roma’s initial approach for the defender. That’s why they are already considering options and looking towards Serie A for alternatives.

Senesi could add a lot to Aston Villa

There is no doubt about Marcos Senesi’s abilities, considering how he has proven himself this season. He was out of the team last season, but that didn’t stop him from making a real impression following Dean Huijsen’s move to Real Madrid.

Aston Villa should view the potential signing as a coup. They could play in Europe next season and Senesi already has experience from his time at Feyenoord.

Excellent on the ball, he is able to play in a variety of shapes, having played seamlessly in a back three in the past. Even in the back four he has impressed.

He is 28 years old and reaching the peak of his powers, which makes a free transfer quite an attractive opportunity. If Aston Villa can do it, they should push for the move now.

🇪🇸 Andres Garcia and Kosta Nedeljkovic | La Liga club wants to sign 2 players from Aston Villa
➡️Be careful with financial mattershttps://t.co/BnGNRHPdpy

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 18 March 2026

Galatasaray are preparing legal action against UEFA after Noah Lang suffered a horrific thumb injury against Liverpool.

Turkish outlet NTV Sports The club is reported to have lodged an official complaint and is preparing a compensation lawsuit against UEFA.

How did Noah Lang get injured?

Noah Lang, who had come on as a second-half substitute, was ruled out with a deep injury to his right thumb.

The injury occurred when he collided with advertising boards, causing him immediate pain. The medical staff rushed to his aid, gave him oxygen and took him off the field on a stretcher.

Galatasaray later confirmed that Lang would undergo surgery in Liverpool, where the club’s medical team would be present.

Club files immediate complaint

An immediate legal response has been initiated by the club on this incident. Galatasaray secretary Ere Yazgun has now revealed that they are wasting no time in escalating the issue.

“After the match, we lodged a complaint with UEFA representatives,” He said.

“They have conducted their investigation. UEFA will evaluate the issue. We are consulting with lawyers. We will file a compensation lawsuit against UEFA and we will request compensation for our losses in relation to his salary.”

UEFA officials are investigating the Anfield incident

UEFA officials have already made a preliminary assessment following the injury and will now evaluate the case.

Turkish outlet Fotomak shared photos UEFA and Liverpool officials were shown inspecting the area where the injury occurred.

What this means for Galatasaray and UEFA

With surgery imminent and legal action underway, Galatasaray’s stance is clear; The Turkish club wants responsibility and compensation payment.

Attention now turns to UEFA as the governing body reviews the matter. Galatasaray’s public stance will, perhaps, lead to a decision being taken sooner rather than later.

The injury, coupled with an injury to Victor Osimhen, capped a poor evening at Anfield, bringing their Champions League campaign this season to an abrupt halt.

Galatasaray is preparing one of the boldest free-transfer moves of the summer, The Turkish champions are ready to offer €15m-a-year for Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva.

Talks have already escalated beyond initial contact, putting Europe’s elite on alert as Silva nears a decisive career decision.

The 31-year-old is entering the final months of his contract at Manchester City, with neither the club nor the player showing signs of agreeing to an extension. As a result, clubs across Europe have begun to prepare themselves for his signature.

Few free agents on the market can match Silva’s pedigree. During his nine-year tenure at Manchester City, the Portuguese midfielder won six Premier League titles, one Champions League and made over 440 appearances, becoming one of Pep Guardiola’s most trusted men.

Galatasaray’s €15m offer changes the market

Turkish outlet Takvim reports Galatasaray’s approach has already reached the second phase. The club are planning direct talks with Silva’s representatives next month.

Those discussions will focus on Manchester City’s proposed annual salary of €15m for the player. This is a figure that would immediately put the Turkish side ahead of most European competitors.

Galatasaray are moving quickly in an attempt to control the narrative regarding Silva’s future. By acting decisively, they hope to outbid rivals who are interested but unwilling or unable to offer similar terms.

Recent success in the transfer market has built the club’s confidence. Last summer, Galatasaray secured Leroy Sane on a free transfer from Bayern Munich. That move cemented their growing ambition to compete domestically and in Europe.

Barcelona and Milan keep a close eye on the situation

Interest in the Manchester City player is not limited to Turkiye. Reports from Italy indicate that Juventus view the midfielder as A signing that is capable of changing their side in an instant. Barcelona and AC Milan are also said to be monitoring the situation closely.

However, none of those clubs currently appear willing to match Galatasaray’s €15m‑per‑year offer.

That financial difference could prove decisive, especially if Silva prioritizes security and position in the next phase of his career.

Silva is reportedly very pleased with Galatasaray’s interest. A report from Milliet last year Claimed that representatives of the Turkish club have already met his agent. This positive effect appears to have persisted as the proposed conditions have improved.

With talks scheduled for April and now an attractive offer, which also includes a signing bonus, Galatasaray are pushing hard. The decision is now up to Silva. Does he accept a new challenge in Istanbul or use Galatasaray’s ambition to shape the final chapter of an already illustrious career.

The Montreal Canadiens have until 3 p.m. Friday afternoon to make a deal before the NHL trade deadline hits.

It is important to note that most rumors should be taken with a grain of salt. It is very easy to add canadiens to the bait mixture.

That being said, not every rumor is baseless.

Canadians are very active in the trading market and inquire about the potential trading costs of different players. That means there may be fire beneath the smoke, while also understanding that Kent Hughes is one of the busiest general managers in the league when it comes to completing due diligence.

Potential Montreal Canadiens trade deadline targets

The Canadiens have been linked to several forwards, including St. Louis Blues center robert thomas. Although the acquisition cost is expected to be very high, there is no doubt that Thomas will significantly improve Montreal’s top six. Click here To see the latest analysis regarding the Robert Thomas rumor.

calgary flames forward nazam qadri This is a name that has been circulating with new interest among Canadians throughout the years recently. Simply put, if the price is right, Canadians will want to acquire a premier center. Thomas would be the ideal target, but if it’s not a viable trade, Montreal will turn to players like qadri.

Keeping with the center theme, Montreal has also been linked to the New York Rangers Center Vincent Trocheck. At 32, he doesn’t necessarily fit into the age bracket of most lineups, but he has done a great job of mitigating the normal statistical decline that often occurs when a player is on the wrong side of 30. Click here Check out our latest article analyzing Trocheck’s potential impact on the Canadiens’ lineup.

Given that the Habs have struggled in the goaltending department, they have been linked to experienced netminders sergey bobrovsky And Jordan Binnington. At a glance, it would make sense to add a Stanley Cup-winning goalie to the mix, but the fact is that both goaltenders linked to the Habs have worse numbers than Samuel Montembeault, the goalie they will replace. All things considered, a trade involving Bobrovsky or Binnington It won’t mean anything to Canadians.

Recent Montreal Canadiens Trade Rumors

guard Arbor Zekaj was engulfed in flamesAn interesting development, as we know Montreal and Calgary are common trade partners, even more so when we remember the teams have discussed a potential Kadri trade.

related to Patrik LaineKings reportedly said Circled back to the 27-year-old forwardHowever, it remains to be seen whether Canadians will receive a legitimate offer. Laine’s contract expires this summer, and there’s no reason to force a trade, unless Hughes wants to free up salary cap space for another potential deal.

Elliotte Friedman: Names to keep an eye on: Oliver Bjorkstrand (TB), Michael Carcone (Utah), Paul Cotter (New Jersey), Stephen Holliday (Ottawa), Patrik Laine (Montreal), Maxim Shabanov (NYI), Luke Schenn (WPG) – Sportsnet (3/5)

– NHL Rumor Report (@NHLRumourReport) 5 March 2026

salary cap situation

The Canadiens have approximately $1.5 million in available salary cap funds, although it is important to note that players transferred at the NHL trade deadline do not carry their entire cap hit to the new team.

Salaries are based on days, and given that there will be approximately 22% of days left on the schedule, the cap hit will be only 22% of their original value.

For example, if the Canadiens are able to find a guy for the line, that team will be on the hook for about a fifth of his $8.7 million contract, or about $1.9 million.

Montreal Canadiens Brass Tacks

The Canadiens are far from a perfect team, but they are well ahead of schedule when it comes to their long-term rebuilding goals.

With that in mind, there’s no rush to get a significant trade deadline deal done, as they’re not quite ready to compete for the Stanley Cup in the first place.

There is also the matter of a seller’s market, with bottom-six players like Nicolas Roy being selected in the first round. The price tags are far from par for the course leading up to the final day of trades in the league.

Things can change in a hurry, but all signs point to this being another quiet deadline for Kent Hughes and company.

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The Houston Rockets have been up and down lately, currently sitting at 38-22 after a recent narrow road win over the Washington Wizards. The Rockets’ solid roster construction has allowed them to survive despite playing without Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams for most of this year.

Roster construction has been a topic of debate in the NBA in recent years, with various cap restrictions and aprons making it difficult for teams to assemble truly effective squads.

However, one person who is a fan is Rockets star Kevin Durant.

“Thank God for the second apron and the first apron,” Durant said, per Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press via The Washington Post.

“We wanted some parity and I think that’s exactly what we’ve gotten over the last few years,” he said. “I mean, it’s fun for everybody watching the game, not knowing who will be there at the end of the season. And as a team, it gives you the confidence to know that even if you don’t play your best ball right now, nobody really is. … Teams are trying to figure out what lineups they want to use, (after) trades, all that stuff, so it’s a fun time to be in the league.”

Ironically, Durant’s tenure with the Golden State Warriors was a large part of the reason why the league had so much incentive to implement a second apron, as Golden State had dominated the league for the three years he was in the Bay Area.

However, now, many would argue that the pendulum has swung too far in the opposite direction, with teams seeking smart roster construction essentially being penalized by not being able to keep their core together, even if they are all homegrown.

In any case, the Rockets next face off on Thursday against the Golden State Warriors.