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newcastle united Sold Anthony Gordon to Barcelona for €70m last week and are looking for a new winger this summer.

Newcastle United have set their sights on CA Osasuna’s Victor Munoz and have made concrete moves to sign him.

He joined the La Liga team from Real Madrid in July 2025 for €5m, with Los Blancos retaining 50% of his rights.

The left winger finished his first season at Osasuna with seven goals and five assists in 36 matches.

Sunderland made an effort to sign him in January, but their offer please don’t Either the player and his club. Their offer was below his €40m release clause.

Newcastle United will have to wait for Real Madrid

chiringuito X, formerly known as Twitter, reports an update from journalist Jose Alvarez that Newcastle United have made a €35m bid for Victor Munoz.

game Relay more information shared by Alvarez on the Magpies’ efforts and the 22-year-old’s stance.

The Magpies’ offer includes €35m plus bonuses which takes it close to his €40m clause.

Their offer for the Spain international is ‘very attractive’. He will have a key role under Eddie Howe due to the exit of Anthony Gordon. Therefore, Munoz is willing to accept a move to St. James Park.

Real Madrid not only retain 50% of their rights but also have a buyback option. As of now, their decision on the Spaniard is unclear.

Newcastle United will have to wait to find out if the Spanish giants intend to exercise the buyback clause. If not, they can proceed with this operation, and Real Madrid will collect part of the fee.

Eddie Howe’s side are ‘working hard’ and it is unclear whether they will be able to clinch a deal. There may be more clarity after Real Madrid’s presidential election on June 7.

Contract, price and agent information

Victor Munoz has four years left on his contract at CA Osasuna and his value transfer marketIs €20m.

Spanish agency Niagara Sports Company, which also manages Barcelona’s Dani Olmo and several others, represents the attacker.

Aston Villa UD are interested in bringing Almeria’s Dion Lopi to Villa Park.

After finishing fourth this season and winning the Europa League, the Villans qualified for the Champions League.

Aston Villa look to further improve Unai Emery’s squad and are also eyeing the Spanish market this summer.

The Premier League team’s interest in a defensive midfielder is not new. In 2023, Sport Witness broadcast news Effort from Emery, but he left Stade Reims for Spanish club.

Last summer, we Covered claims from Spain Everton interested but did not secure a deal.

Aston Villa has already advanced

Senegal international is back on Aston Villa’s radar voice of almeria Cover the latest.

His development at the Segunda División side did not go unnoticed. Aston Villa see the 24-year-old as a player for both the present and the future.

Unai Emery spent two years at UD Almería between 2006 and 2008 and in his final season he had Felipe Melo at his side. Manager Dion sees Lopi as the new Felipe Melo and is keen to acquire his services.

Aston Villa have submitted an initial offer of €17m. This is less than his team’s expectation of €20m.

At the same time, for the Spanish club from the second division, the interest of the Premier League side is attractive.

After missing out on promotion this season, Almería is looking to return to the top flight next year. The midfielder will have a key role to play while his summer sale could improve their finances.

Lopi could also be tempted to join Aston Villa, who could offer the Premier League and Champions League next season. In short, there is ‘European temptation amid the battle for promotion’.

If Aston Villa increases their offer slightly to €3m, it may be difficult for Almería and Lopi to turn down.

Contract, price and agent information

The midfielder’s contract is until 2029 and is worth €4m transfer market. The highest value was €10m in June 2024 after his first season at UD Almería.

British agency CAA represents star Dion Lopi and their client list also includes Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa. The Senegalese played 1,991 minutes in 28 matches this season.

chelsea Defender Ibrahima Konate ‘intends to try his luck’ this summer as he leaves Liverpool on a free transfer.

Team The report adds that Xabi Alonso’s side intend to keep their name in the hat for the Frenchman as he looks set to leave Anfield.

liverpool exit

The newspaper covered Ibrahima Konate’s departure today following Thursday evening’s report that he was no longer signing a new deal with the Reds.

The centre-back is set to become a free agent this summer but looked set to sign a new five-year deal at Anfield just a month ago. Now this French player also seems to be on his way out.

The newspaper reports that this happened due to ‘internal disagreement’. On the finances behind the scenes, and how they will be allocated. But other contenders have also started pushing the defender.

According to information from L’Equipe, they have ‘entered into much more concrete negotiations’ to try to secure the signature of the 27-year-old. They were there a month ago and are now in the picture.

chelsea offer

And the proposals are so concrete that Ibrahima Konate has been given ‘pause for thought’. Chelsea is one of those who is curious. He is described as a lover who ‘intends to try his luck’ this summer.

Like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid have also maintained contact with him. There is no one in front at this time. Indeed, Konate is expected to travel to the World Cup on June 10^th Without a clear picture of his future.

This suggests he will consider Chelsea’s offer carefully. On paper, the Blues are less attractive than a pair of European giants.

But despite the current squad having six players, a centre-back has been a priority for some time now. Eight if you include Jorel Hatto and Josh Acheampong.

Konate would come in as the immediate leader of the group, something that could be attractive after being Virgil van Dijk’s understudy for years at Anfield.

chelsea’s The long-planned move for Giovani Quenda is now closer to becoming reality, and Sporting is already feeling the emotional side of it.

After spending the season amidst the title race, overcoming injuries and constantly focusing on his future, the 19-year-old is now officially saying goodbye to the club where it all started.

And watching his farewell interview with Sporting TV, broadcast by the Portuguese outlet to ballThis has hurt him more deeply than expected.

“it’s not goodbye”

Quenda will arrive at Chelsea this summer after the Blues agreed a deal worth around £43.5m (€50m+) for the winger last year.

The plan always included staying in Lisbon for another season before moving to Stamford Bridge. Since then, that final campaign has included almost everything imaginable.

He suffered a long-term injury after fracturing his foot, with rehabilitation work in London under the care of Chelsea. Then their return and their final home match in Lisbon was filled with emotional messages.

Now comes the real farewell. Speaking in a recent interview, Kwenda admitted that he was seriously struggling with the idea of ​​leaving Sporting.

“I had nights when I couldn’t sleep because it was so difficult for me to say goodbye to a club that helped me and my family so much. It’s a very special club to me,” He said.

“The club will always be in my heart. There’s no way I can thank Sporting for how they treated my parents and my family.”

At several moments, the winger reportedly had to pause to wipe away tears.

Chelsea are getting a player who is deeply connected to Sporting

Giovanni Quenda joined Sporting in his childhood and worked his way up through the years to reach the first team.

He eventually achieved that dream under Rubén Amorim, continuing to gain confidence from Rui Borges despite difficult moments following the latter’s injury return.

The winger made 20 Liga Portugal appearances this season, scoring twice and providing five assists in over 1,000 league minutes.

Kwenda repeatedly returned to the emotional connection with Sporting rather than focusing on statistics or the move to Chelsea.

“I’m more mature now, with a bit more experience, although there’s still a lot to live up to for me in football,” he explained.

“But Sporting helped me a lot. I will always keep Sporting in my heart. This is not goodbye, see you soon. I hope one day I can wear a Sporting shirt again.”

One last memory before Stamford Bridge

Kwenda also spoke warmly of many people around the club. He thanked Rui Borges for having faith in him, especially during difficult times after his injury.

“He always talked to me, even when I was not at my best. He always helped me, gave me minutes and played with me.”

There was room for light memories too. Quenda laughed, recalling coach Ricardo Esgio’s approach in training.

“Esgio would kick me a lot during training and then say it was so I could learn, because football was not easy.”

Now, Chelsea are preparing to welcome one of Portugal’s biggest talents. But he is also inheriting a player who clearly never thought that leaving Sporting would affect him so much.

chelsea After failing last summer, AC Milan have another opportunity to sign goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

The Blues showed strong interest, but the move did not go ahead as Massimiliano Allegri convinced him to stay.

At the time, his contract was until June, and last November, Sport Witness broadcast news Chelsea are leading the race to sign him on a free in the summer.

In January, the stopper renewed his contract until 2031 and claims of interest from a Premier League side vanished.

Chelsea maintained interest

Club World Cup winners are back in the mix. This is according to calciomercato.itWho report Chelsea are ‘still hot’ for Mike Maignan.

The west London club are ‘ready to make an offer’ for him, while they also have Manchester United and Bayern Munich as options.

Despite the renewal, the 30-year-old’s future remains uncertain due to the latest changes at San Siro.

Milan parted ways with Massimiliano Allegri, CEO sporting director Igli Tare and technical director Geoffrey Moncada on Monday after failing to qualify for the Champions League.

The Italian club will have to sell some players to raise funds. Therefore, Maignan’s future at the club could also be in ‘serious doubt’ due to Allegri’s exit.

milanlive.it Report information gathered specifically about the stopper to the Red Devils and Blues.

Milan value him at €50m and selling him at that price would improve their financial situation, which was necessary after missing out on the Champions League. Megann’s performance this season with the latest changes may force his team to seriously consider offers for him.

In short, Chelsea are eager and ready to make an offer. The Italian club could offer up the France international and the Blues could take advantage of it in the summer.

Contract, price and agent information

The Frenchman’s contract expires in 2031, and his value, accordingly transfer marketIs €25m.

Excellent Sport Nation, led by agents Jonathan Kebbe and Jeremy Ramalingam, is representing Mike Maignan.

He kept 16 clean sheets and conceded 38 goals in 41 matches this season.

Dynamo Dresden’s Kofi Amoako has emerged as a new target leeds united Beyond the summer window.

The defensive midfielder joined the second division German club from VfL Wolfsburg in July 2025.

Before that, witness the game Covered claims from Germany Chelsea’s interest in the 20-year-old player. However, the Blues made no solid progress a year ago and Leeds United are now their latest partners from England.

The Germany U21 international played 2,165 minutes in 31 matches this season.

His league statistics per game this season are as follows:

• Appearances: 30
• Total minutes played: 2,086
• Intercept: 0.6
• Tackle: 2.0
• Possession won (final third): 0.2
• Recovery: 2.7
• Clearance: 1.7
• Blocked Shots: 0.2
• Duel won: 3.9

Leeds United will face competition

Kofi Amoako’s performances for Dynamo Dresden have already been noticed by several Bundesliga sides.

is according to imageWhich state Union Berlin, Hamburg SV, and 1. FSV Mainz 05 have already shown interest. Daniel Farke’s side have now joined the race as the Whites are also keen.

What would it mean for Leeds United to enter the war ‘Significant increase in transfer fees’ For Dynamo Dresden.

So far, a fee of around €2m has been quoted, but this is now likely to rise. In the last window, third division German team Hansa Rostock sold Ryan Naderi to Rangers for €6m. Using this transfer as an example, Bild points out that the money involved is on a ‘completely different scale’ to that in the UK.

In other words, Dynamo Dresden may be able to collect more than €2m for Amoako as Leeds United have now joined the fray.

Wolfsburg, which collected €200,000 last year, will receive 10% of the profits from its sale.

leeds united have options

transfer market Kofi Amoako is worth €2m. The Elland Road club are ‘keen’ to sign him, but he is not the only defensive midfielder on their agenda.

On March 21, Khel Sakshi Covered claims from Portugal Hidemasa Morita is likely to join Leeds United. The Whites wanted him last summer and offered €10m, but he did not leave Sporting.

The Japanese defensive midfielder’s contract expires in June and he could be free in the summer.

Morita, 30, has experience playing at the highest level and, unlike Amoako, he will not need much time to adapt. Daniel Farke’s side want a new defensive midfielder and have options to choose from.

armory And Atletico Madrid are among the clubs pursuing Borussia Dortmund’s Julian Brandt in the summer.

The 29-year-old’s contract expires in June and he will leave Signal Iduna Park as a free agent. Both the player and BVB have confirmed his summer exit.

This makes Germany an international market opportunity for Arsenal, Atlético Madrid and other clubs.

Last month, Sports Witness Covered claims from Germany That the Gunners and Barcelona are ready to sign him.

He is fluent in Spanish and has a Catalan girlfriend, which could give the Camp Nou team an edge over Arsenal.

Atletico joins Arsenal in transfer race

Mark There is a detailed report on Los Rojiblancos’ interest in Julian Brandt and it also involves Mikel Arteta’s side.

Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann will join Orlando City in July and his team are considering several options. This also includes the player of Borussia Dortmund, who is the main target.

The Spanish club’s sporting director, Matteo Alemany, is leading Germany’s international efforts. He is also attracting interest from Arsenal, the Madrid club’s rivals in the Champions League semi-finals.

The Gunners are in the race to sign Brandt and face off competition from Diego Simeone to secure his services.

It is most likely that these two teams will not be the only teams fighting for the player who has already confirmed that he is leaving after this season.

The contract situation, performance and experience would make him an attractive option for many top European clubs. The increased competition may allow him to request better terms and more signing bonuses.

Marca made no mention of whether Atlético or Arsenal had made any progress nor about the player’s choice.

Prices, stats and agent information

Julian Brandt joined Borussia Dortmund in 2019 and scored 57 goals and 69 assists in 303 appearances.

He has played 1,934 minutes in 37 matches in all competitions this season, scoring 11 goals and providing three assists.

His Bundesliga statistics this season are as follows:

• Appearances: 25
• Start: 14
• Total minutes: 1,364
• Minutes per game: 55
• Target: 7
• Assist: 3

transfer market The BVB star is worth €20m, and had a high of €50m in June 2019, and is represented by his father, Jürgen Brandt.

Fenerbahçe are ready to get serious in their attempts to sign Bernardo Silva after he leaves Manchester City in this summer.

Photomack reports that the Turkish club They have ‘started efforts’ to include Silva in their team once he becomes a free agent.

manchester city tour

According to their information, sporting director Devin Ozek and football branch manager Erton Torunogullari will travel to England after the Galatasaray derby on Sunday.

They are planning to hold the first meeting with Bernardo Silva’s agent to discuss a move this summer.

There are also plans to beat rivals Galatasaray to his signature. This would involve the Manchester City star being offered a higher salary than the one already offered by Galatasaray. There is no mention of statistics at this point.

But Fenerbahçe are getting serious about the Manchester City midfielder. His planned trip to England to meet his agent is proof of this.

fierce european competition

The question is whether the Turkish side can win the race for the 31-year-old, with half of Europe seemingly ready for him.

The Manchester City star remains an attractive option, especially on a free transfer. And several European sides are already making moves for them behind the scenes.

Juventus have been keen for months, while Galatasaray are also making an offer. In fact, a report last month had Bernardo Silva There is a €15m deal to be decided between the two clubs.

This appears to have spurred Fenerbahce into action. They don’t want to let him go elsewhere in Turkey without putting an offer on the table themselves. Thus, their director will be traveling to England this week to speak to his agent and state his case.

This will add another layer to an already developing transfer battle. Silva will have plenty of suitors and even more offers when he leaves Manchester City on a free transfer this summer.

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– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 21 April 2026

Manchester City ES Troyes are showing interest in AC’s Mathis Detourbet ahead of the summer transfer window.

City Football Group also owns Manchester City and the League 2 team.

Last December, Sports Witness Covered claims from France The Premier League team is trying to sign the 18-year-old player.

The same source also said that he has already visited the Etihad club facilities. AS Monaco and Italian clubs are also in the mix and the City Football Group connection gives Manchester City the edge.

He is a product of the French club’s youth system and broke into their first team in 2025. The winger has made 47 appearances so far with 33 coming this season.

His Ligue 2 statistics are as follows:

• Appearances: 29
• Start: 22
• Total minutes: 1,874
• Minutes per game: 65
• Target: 2
• Assist: 5
• Key passes per game: 1.4
• Big chances created: 1.9

Conflicting claims on Manchester City

Journalist Sacha Tavolieri took xES Troyes AC’s Mathis to report the latest on Detourbet, formerly known as Twitter.

He says it is his exclusive report that Manchester City are now close to securing the services of the young talent.

Tavolieri further added that Pep Guardiola’s side have reached an agreement for a fee of around €15m and that would see him return to the French club on loan next season.

After this report, French journalist Santi Auna also came. x To share my perspective on this matter. He wasted no time in dismissing Tavolieri’s claims of a deal being agreed upon between the two clubs.

The Foot Mercato reporter says Manchester City are indeed interested in the France U19 international but there is currently ‘no agreement’ with Troyes.

As well as the Premier League team, other unnamed clubs are also expressing interest in the player valued at €25m.

Should the Citizens and Troyes agree terms for his transfer, it is not a given that Detourbet would return on loan. Aouna claims the Frenchman must decide on his future, indicating he has not yet decided where he wants to play next season.

Contract, price and agent information

Last May, Mathis Detourbet signed a contract until 2028, and transfer market He is worth €10 million.

ISF Sports, the agency headed by French agent Thibaut Urian, is looking after his interest and future.

chelsea One of the clubs looking to sign Barcelona’s Marc Casado in the summer.

The Club World Cup winners’ interest is not new and they made a concerted effort to sign him last summer. However, he chelsea turned down and others to remain in Barcelona.

The midfielder’s decision to extend his stay at the Camp Nou hasn’t exactly worked out as Hansi Flick has not used him regularly this season.

Last season, he played 2,447 minutes in 36 matches and this season he played 1,321 minutes in 30 matches.

His La Liga statistics this season are as follows:’

• Appearances: 20
• Start: 9
• Total minutes: 910
• Minutes per game: 46

Last week, Sports Witness Covered claims from Spain That the midfielder informed people close to him about his desire to leave Barcelona. Trust his agent. Jorge Mendes will find him a new club after this season.

Chelsea back in the mix

naples area Now cover the latest on Chelsea in a report focused on Napoli’s interest.

The outlet makes it clear that this is their own information regarding Marc Casado, who is ‘seriously considering leaving Barcelona’.

He has been on the radar of Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna for a long time. The official watched the 22-year-old last summer and continues to keep an eye on him for the next window as Napoli show their appreciation for the Spain international.

As well as the Naples club, the Barcelona player is attracting strong interest from Liam Rosenior and Arsenal.

The Premier League pair have already pursued him and could make a return in the coming weeks as the Blues and Mikel Arteta’s side consider him an ideal candidate for the midfield.

photomac Barça support the Blues’ interest in the player, who is valued at €20m. Galatasaray are also chasing him and are ready to offer €20m for Hansi Flick.

The Istanbul club have made initial contact with his agent and have begun negotiations at the end of this season.

Galatasaray faces stiff competition from Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Atletico Madrid. Despite this, the Turkish champions are ready to try to overtake other clubs.

To summarise, Chelsea are a serious threat to Napoli and Galatasaray to sign the Spaniard. Jorge Mendes could help the Blues edge out competition to secure his services.

Contract, price and agent information

Marc Casado has a contract at Barcelona until 2030, and includes a €100m release clause.

transfer market The Spaniard, now managed by super-agent Jorge Mendes, is valued at €20m.

Atletico Madrid face threats from Manchester United and Arsenal in the transfer race for Atalanta’s Ederson.

The La Liga team are looking to improve their midfield next season and their main target is Ederson.

Both Manchester United and Arsenal could provide competition and spoil the Madrid club’s transfer efforts.

The Brazil international has been a regular for the Serie A team since joining from Salernitana in July 2022. He has played 172 matches so far and 34 are from this season.

His Serie A statistics this season are as follows:

• Appearances: 23
• Start: 20
• Total minutes: 1,688
• Minutes per game: 73
• Tackles per game: 2.0
• Balls recovered per game: 4.4
• Duels won per game: 4.4

On March 13, Game Witness Covered claims from Italy Of the Red Devils who will be included in the auction.

Manchester United and Arsenal still keen

Earlier this week, we Covered claims from Spain Italian visit of Atlético Madrid sporting director Matteo Alemany to hold talks with Atalanta president Antonio Percassi. They had traveled to overtake Premier League teams like Arsenal.

Diego Simeone’s side are willing to pay €35m plus €5m in bonuses while the Italian club want €50m. Other claims mention a verbal agreement with the 26-year-old.

all atalanta This points out when relaying the latest on Manchester United and Arsenal at L’Eco di Bergamo.

The Premier League pair are still at loggerheads despite claims of an agreement in principle between Atletico and the player.

Manchester United is really keen and the Gunners are also joining the fight. Two English clubs are trying to pry the South American from the clutches of the Spanish club and their interest could shake things up for the summer.

It is unclear where the Brazilian could end up, but what seems ‘certain’ is that he will leave La Dea after this season.

Contract, price and agent information

Ederson has less than 18 months left on his contract and a renewal is unlikely. According to its value transfer marketIs €40m.

The next window will be Atalanta’s last big chance to earn a good fee and avoid losing him for free in 2027.

Link Sports, the agency headed by Brazilian agent Andre Cury, is managing him.

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Watford are working on a deal to sign Mohamed Diop from AJEL Roufisc.

After playing with another Senegalese team, Wally Dan, the striker joined the Senegalese club on a free transfer in September 2025.

Diop has had a blast in his first season at AJEL Rufisch. This has not gone unnoticed in Europe, especially in Britain where Watford are showing keen interest.

The 17-year-old has scored nine goals and provided two assists in 19 league appearances so far this season.

Over the weekend, the youngster continued his good form by scoring the winner in his team’s 1–0 win over Casa Sports. This helped AJEL Rufisch extend their lead at the top of the table.

They have 39 points from 19 matches and are seven points ahead of the second-placed US Whites. The Watford goal is directly involved in at least 10 points. The frontman’s performances have attracted the attention of the Hornets and other European clubs.

Watford submit offer for signing

Last week, Sports Witness Covered Claims The French and Senegalese sides are said to be leading the race for Watford’s signature after beating Marseille.

Africa Foot Now pick him up and cover the Championship side’s latest efforts to try to bring him to London.

Edward Still’s side have offered €500,000 to bring the ‘Senegalese prodigy’ to Vicarage Road. Both the player and his club will analyze his offer. Discussions are going on between the two teams to reach an agreement.

The English club will have to be wary of competition from both Fenerbahçe and ES Sétif. The Turkish club are still unwilling to let go of Diop while top division Algerian side are also in the race for his signature.

Ibrahima Niane scored 19 goals for Generation Foot during the 2016/17 season. Africa Foot says this is the record for most goals scored in Senegal’s top division. Diop aims to break that record and is 10 goals away from equaling it.

Why do Watford need to worry about Fenerbahçe?

Still’s side are 10th in the table, eight points behind sixth-placed Wrexham, meaning a place in the Championship play-offs remains difficult.

Fenerbahçe, on the other hand, are second in the top division in Türkiye. Diop could play in Europe with an Istanbul club that Watford may not be able to offer any time soon.

The Hornets will have to convince the attacker to get his signature. If they do, Diop will have to wait until he turns 18 in January 2027 to reach the UK due to Brexit.

transfer market He is valued at €250,000 and Watford have offered their club double that amount. His contract is until 2028 and he is represented by British agency, Asfan Sports Management.

The legal grace period in the National Football League allows clubs to talk to certain players and negotiate with agents, so big news is imminent. It’s a known fact that handshake deals are often struck between teams and players, so before it’s all over, we’re making one last prediction about what could happen.

Let’s take a look at our NFL free agency predictions for the NFC, with one player projected to be signed by each club.

Washington Commander: Kenneth Walker II, RB

With the New York Giants reportedly out of the mix for Super Bowl MVP, we now think Kenneth Walker III will sign with the Washington Commanders. General manager Adam Peters is under pressure to build a better supporting cast around quarterback Jayden Daniels after what happened last season. Walker’s up-and-down nature makes it risky, but his explosiveness and ability to help as a third-down back mitigates that risk somewhat. This is going to be an expensive addition, possibly upwards of $14 million per season, but Washington can reduce the long-term risk a bit by using Zackary Croskey-Merritt as a complementary back to avoid overworking Walker.

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New York Giants: Isaiah possibly, TE

A new regime for the New York Giants means tight end Theo Johnson may face a lot more competition in 2026. John Harbaugh saw the improvements Isaiah made after entering the league as a fourth-round pick in 2022, but he never got a big role in Baltimore because of Mark Andrews. Harbaugh is now the head coach of the Giants, so there is a possibility that he could look to the New York offense as a potential threat to back up Jackson Dart.

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Dallas Cowboys: Nakobe Dean, LB

After the Rashaan Gary trade, the Dallas Cowboys can now put more of their money into other positions in NFL free agency. Defensive coordinator Christian Parker saw what an impact Nakobe Dean can make when healthy, and the off-ball linebacker is a glaring hole in the Cowboys defense. Dean would provide excellent juice as an instant blitzer, and there have been reports that Parker believes Dean could thrive in the Mike linebacker role in his system.

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Philadelphia Eagles: Jalen Phillips, EDGE

Jaylen Phillips is the second-best edge rusher available this offseason, and it’s hard to imagine Howie Roseman letting him go. After being acquired before the NFL trade deadline, Phillips generated 17 pressures with seven QB hits in eight games with the Philadelphia Eagles, and he held his own as an edge protector against the run. While durability may always be an issue for him, he’ll only be 27 in May, and he’s proven to be a perfect fit for Vic Fangio’s system.

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Arizona Cardinals: Malik Willis, QB

After spending two years in development under Matt LaFleur, which was a career-changing time for Malik Willis, we believe he belongs within the LaFleur family. Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur can provide Willis with a system he is familiar with, and it’s a landing spot with lower stakes. Plus, he’ll be landing to start behind an offensive line with three excellent pass-catchers (Trey McBride, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Michael Wilson), including what could be the third overall pick at right tackle. This is an ideal landing spot for Willis.

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San Francisco 49ers: Romeo Doubs, WR

While the San Francisco 49ers are increasingly being linked to Alec Pierce, we think Romeo Doubs falls more into their price range. He’s not as deep a threat as Pierce, but he’s a willing blocker who can make contested catches and work in different areas of the field. It would also be a return to California, where Dobbs grew up, and he could serve as the No. 2 receiver in Kyle Shanahan’s offense for the next three-plus years.

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Seattle Seahawks: Jaun Jennings, WR

The Seattle Seahawks will be lacking a No. 2 receiver to fill with Rasheed Shahid likely heading elsewhere. Jauan Jennings comes from a system where receivers are asked to block, and he has a good familiarity with Seattle’s new offensive coordinator, Brian Fleury. While the Seahawks have obviously lost something in their return game with Shaheed’s departure, Jennings will probably prove to be a better complementary receiving option for Jackson Smith-Njigba than Shaheed.

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Los Angeles Rams: Zach Wilson, QB

Signing Zach Wilson wouldn’t be the kind of move fans like to see from the Los Angeles Rams, but the team has spent a lot of money on Quentin Lake, Kam Curl and Trent McDuffie. With Jimmy Garoppolo potentially headed elsewhere, head coach Sean McVay could bring in Wilson as a developmental backup behind Matthew Stafford. Maybe Wilson will prove himself enough to the Rams coaching staff during the summer to at least have a chance to remain with the team long-term.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Trey Hendrickson, EDGE

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers need to upgrade their pass rush this offseason, even if it means letting Mike Evans finish his career with another team. There is little room for contention for Tampa Bay with Baker Mayfield and this defense desperately needs a step forward. Trey Hendrickson could still be one of the league’s best pass rushers, and a three-year deal worth more than $35 million per season would give him what he wants without eating up a ton of cap space beyond the 2027 season.

New Orleans Saints: Dallas Goedert, TE

Taysom Hill could be retired, and Kellen Moore likes to use two tight ends on the field. While the New Orleans Saints may not have a ton of cap space this offseason, they stand as a viable landing spot for Dallas Goedert. The 31-year-old will enter an offensive system he knows well and can serve as a secondary receiving option behind Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson. Additionally, he can spend a year living in New Orleans.

Atlanta Falcons: Marcus Mariota, QB

The Atlanta Falcons need to find a viable bridge starter in 2026 who can step in while Michael Penix Jr. recovers from ACL surgery. Because the former first-round pick will still be given a real chance to reclaim the starting job, one of the top quarterbacks is unlikely to come to Atlanta. However, it is a prime landing spot for Marcus Mariota. He posted a 93.4 passer rating with a 14-7 TD-INT line in 14 games over the past two seasons and added a little something to the run game with his legs, getting the football to Kyle Pitts and Drake London with accuracy.

Carolina Panthers: Odafe Oweh, EDGE

The Carolina Panthers pass rush needs a lot of juice next season to take this defense a step forward. Enter edge rusher Odafe Oweh. He flourished after being traded to the Los Angeles Chargers, recording 19 pressures with 13 QB hits and 7.5 sacks in 12 games and then recording 3 sacks, 3 QB hits and 2 forced fumbles in the Wild Card round. Heading into his age-27 season, Oweh Ejiro could be a very good No. 2 pass rusher in Avro’s defense.

Minnesota Vikings: Kyler Murray, QB

It seems inevitable to have Kyler Murray as the Minnesota Vikings starting quarterback in 2026. He’s easily the best proven starter on the market and, unlike other options, Minnesota can afford to pay him the minimum salary as Arizona is set to make up the majority of his salary this season. It’s a perfect storm, giving Murray a chance to revive his career like Sam Darnold in the same situation.

Chicago Bears: David Onyemata, DT

Connections matter in NFL free agency, and there’s a strong connection here. The Chicago Bears need help on the defensive interior, and veteran David Onyemata is very familiar with Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen. While Allen served as the defensive play-caller for the Saints from 2015-2024, Onyemata was there for almost the entire time (2016-2022). While he’s not as strong an interior pass rusher as he used to be, he still has some juice left in him and is good against the run.

Detroit Lions: JK Dobbins, RB

The Detroit Lions will need to find a 1B running back after David Montgomery left, as Zion Walke is not a viable option for that role. JK Dobbins is an obvious durability risk, but he’s averaging 4.8 yards per carry on 348 attempts (1,677 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns) over the past two seasons. Detroit could bring him in as a replacement to pair with Jahmir Gibbs and hope the reduced workload keeps him healthy.

Green Bay Packers: Jevon Hargrave, DT

Set to be released by the Vikings, the signing of Javon Hargrave will have no impact on the projected compensatory selection the Green Bay Packers are expected to receive in the 2027 NFL Draft. The veteran defensive tackle also played with the Eagles for two seasons (2021-22) under defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon. Hargrave fills a glaring need on the defensive interior for Green Bay and should be relatively inexpensive to sign. Additionally, general manager Brian Gutekunst may still try a cornerback to add depth to the secondary.

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The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled a lot on the defensive end this season, but from time to time they show flashes of greatness on that end of the floor. On Tuesday night, LeBron James once again showed that age is just a number, as he soared to the sky to deny an easy layup in transition from Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black.

The game began with a James turnover, as his pass to Austin Reaves was deflected by the Magic guard. Black then took the ball in transition where he is usually prolific, and it looked as if he only had Reeves to beat. Reaves did enough to distract Black, giving the Lakers star enough time to look behind and to the sky for an epic chase-down block. he is made His signature move.

Blocks were chased by LeBron James and Marcus Smart! pic.twitter.com/ZmYneUTgfg

– Italo Santana (@BulletClubIta) 25 February 2026

However, it was troublesome when the Magic had three players to the Lakers’ two – with Paolo Banchero rebounding Black’s blocked shot. But then the Lakers retreated to defend the fastbreak, and Marcus Smart made a timely attempt to deny the Magic a field goal by deflecting Banchero’s attempt.

The sad part was that the Lakers couldn’t take advantage of these incredible defensive plays, as James proceeded to turn the ball over again on the ensuing possession.

LeBron James sets the tone for Lakers vs. Magic

James came out of the gate facing the Magic on Tuesday night with a fire in his eyes; Currently, James has 12 points in 14 minutes of play, leading up to his epic block of Black early in the second quarter.

The Lakers star has been slowing down lately, but perhaps with the battle for position in the West being so heated he is speeding up again.

Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool are among the clubs chasing Eintracht Frankfurt’s Nathaniel Brown. image.

The Bundesliga side acquired the left-back from 1. FC Nürnberg in January 2024 and sent him back on loan. He arrived at Eintracht Frankfurt at the end of that year and has been a regular ever since.

Brown has played in 63 matches and has scored six goals and 13 assists, three of which are from this season. Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool have taken notice of him.

Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool in the mix

The 22-year-old has already attracted the attention of some top clubs. In October, Sports Witness German media covered the claims Regarding interest from Pep Guardiola’s side and the Gunners.

Bild now works on that and covers the latest on Manchester City, Mikel Arteta’s side and the Reds.

It has been claimed that scouts and other officials from top European clubs follow German live action almost every week.

Both Manchester City and Barcelona are keeping a close eye and regularly gathering information about the fullback. There is a belief that he could fit in well at both the Etihad and Camp Nou.

Apart from these clubs, Arsenal, Liverpool and Real Madrid are also interested in signing the fullback.

Bild added ‘top clubs have made contact’ and ‘the race is wide open’ to secure his services. It is not specified whether Manchester City, Arsenal or Liverpool have made any approaches so far.

Brown’s future away from Eintracht Frankfurt

Brown’s exit in the summer is ‘highly likely’, mainly because the German club would be unable to keep him due to interest from top clubs.

In addition, Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director Markus Kroesch will have to raise funds. Brown is seen as one of the candidates and Bild claim he is worth around €65m.

Manchester City and Liverpool invested in Ryan Ait-Nouri and Milos Kerkez respectively last summer. It is unclear whether these two clubs and Arsenal are willing to invest €65m on Brown after this season.

Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool are among the clubs chasing Eintracht Frankfurt’s Nathaniel Brown. image.

The Bundesliga side acquired the left-back from 1. FC Nürnberg in January 2024 and sent him back on loan. He arrived at Eintracht Frankfurt at the end of that year and has been a regular ever since.

Brown has played in 63 matches and has scored six goals and 13 assists, three of which are from this season. Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool have taken notice of him.

Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool in the mix

The 22-year-old has already attracted the attention of some top clubs. In October, Sports Witness German media covered the claims Regarding interest from Pep Guardiola’s side and the Gunners.

Bild now works on that and covers the latest on Manchester City, Mikel Arteta’s side and the Reds.

It has been claimed that scouts and other officials from top European clubs follow German live action almost every week.

Both Manchester City and Barcelona are keeping a close eye and regularly gathering information about the fullback. There is a belief that he could fit in well at both the Etihad and Camp Nou.

Apart from these clubs, Arsenal, Liverpool and Real Madrid are also interested in signing the fullback.

Bild added ‘top clubs have made contact’ and ‘the race is wide open’ to secure his services. It is not specified whether Manchester City, Arsenal or Liverpool have made any approaches so far.

Brown’s future away from Eintracht Frankfurt

Brown’s exit in the summer is ‘highly likely’, mainly because the German club would be unable to keep him due to interest from top clubs.

In addition, Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director Markus Kroesch will have to raise funds. Brown is seen as one of the candidates and Bild claim he is worth around €65m.

Manchester City and Liverpool invested in Ryan Ait-Nouri and Milos Kerkez respectively last summer. It is unclear whether these two clubs and Arsenal are willing to invest €65m on Brown after this season.