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By Timothy Akintola

Recent news on DeMar DeRozan, Palhinha, Jaden Philogene, Oliseh and Zaniolo.

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The San Antonio Spurs are eyeing a reunion with DeMar DeRozan.

According to new reports, the San Antonio Spurs team has been rumoured as a possible destination for DeMar DeRozan. In April, the Chicago Bulls star hinted at leaving the franchise after losing the Eastern Conference Play-In game against the Miami Heat. A source disclosed that things soured between DeMar and the Bulls after they traded for Josh Giddey, forcing the 6-time All-Star’s decision to push for free agency. The San Antonio Spurs could now be a landing point for DeMar who spent 3 years in the franchise. The Bulls will be looking to secure deal picks and players like Keldon Johnson or Devin Vassell for the Trade. No doubt, the Spurs need to bring veteran experience to their young squad and DeMar DeRozan’s presence would be the perfect fit.

Joāo Palhinha finally secures his long-awaited move to Bayern Munich.

Bayern Munich have reached an agreement with Fulham to sign highly rated midfielder, Joāo Palhinha for a £47.4 million transfer fee. The Portuguese midfielder was close to joining the Bundesliga giants last summer and had flown to Germany to start his medical tests when Fulham rejected Bayern’s proposal because they were unable to find a replacement. Keeping their interest alive, they have finally secured the long-awaited signing and will pay an initial fee of £43.2 million and an additional £4.2 million in add-ons, a club-record fee in sales for Fulham. Palhinha will sign a 4-year deal with his medical held off until after the Euros.

Jaden Philogene’s Barcelona has become increasingly unlikely.

Hull City winger, Jaden Philogene has become one of the most sought after players in the transfer market. Coming off a highly successful season where he recorded 12 goals and 6 assists in 32 Championship matches, the English winger caught the attention of many big teams including Barcelona. However, his move to the La Liga side has become increasingly unlikely, as Philogene is prioritizing a move to the Premier League. Crystal Palace, Everton and Ipswich Town have all sent their proposals to the player.

Sunday Oliseh trades words with John Mikel Obi in a new interview.

Former Super Eagles’ coach, Sunday Oliseh has responded to Mikel Obi’s comment on his coaching ability. During a recent episode of the Obione Podcast, Mikel, who was the captain while Oliseh served as the head coach, highlighted that Oliseh wasn’t good enough as a coach despite his great personality. Oliseh spent 8 months as Nigeria’s coach and in that period, senior players like Mikel and Vincent Enyeama were out of depth with the managerial leadership. Responding to this claim in a new interview with Elegbete TV, Oliseh reminded Mikel of his impressive record as the first black coach to win the Manager of the Season award in the Jupilar League and winning a title with Fortuna Duesseldorf. He said that Mikel had proven that he needs help and urged the former Chelsea star to contact him for some help.

Nicoló Zaniolo is nearing a return to Serie A with Atalanta.

Italian forward, Nicoló Zaniolo took the Serie A by storm with AS Roma but his progress was pegged by multiple ACL injuries, forcing him to leave the club and signing with Turkish side, Galatasaray. Afterwards, he went on Loan to Aston Villa, where he scored 2 goals. He is however set to go on another loan spell and this time, back to Serie A and with Atalanta. According to reports, Atalanta will pay €3.5million and a buy option worth arounf €16,000. Despite Fiorentina’s late attempt to hijack this deal, Atalanta was able to complete the impressive signing.

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