Al Nassr reportedly agrees to terms with Manchester City‘s Ederson.
Over the last year, there has been a significant increase of European players moving to the Saudi Pro League and Brazilian goalkeeper, Ederson could well be on his way to Saudi Arabia this summer. According to new reports, the Manchester City no.1 has agreed to personal terms with the club after being offered a huge deal worth €51 million over two years. The reports say Al Nassr will now open talks with Manchester City. Ederson led Manchester City from between the sticks, winning 6 Premier League titles, 2 FA Cups and 1 Champions League. With David Ospina’s contract set to expire this year, Al Nassr would be looking to lock down the transfer of the Brazilian goalkeeper.
🚨Al Nassr agrees with Ederson and the official announcement will be made next week. pic.twitter.com/vN41mAuRV4
— CristianoXtra (@CristianoXtra_) July 3, 2024
Erik ten Hag signs a new 1-year contract with Manchester United.
After a bleak season salvaged by an FA Cup win, the football world was convinced of Erik ten Hag’s departure from Manchester United. After a long end-of-the-season review, United’s board has decided to stick with the Dutchman, triggering the 1-year option in his contract and extending his stay at the club until 2026. Erik ten Hag, who has won two trophies in 2 seasons with United, expressed his joy at extending his contract with the club. He said, “I am very pleased to have reached an agreement with the club to continue working together…. However, we must also be clear that there is still lots of hard work ahead to reach the levels expected of Manchester United. In my discussion with the club, we have found complete unity in our vision for reaching these goals, and we are all strongly committed to making that journey together.”
🚨 OFFICIAL: Erik ten Hag signs new deal at Man United valid until June 2026.
“I am very pleased to have reached agreement with the club to continue working together. Looking back at the past two years, we can reflect with pride on two trophies and many examples of progression… pic.twitter.com/1g0Wg8xukx
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 4, 2024
Lille to sign 2006-born Nigerian talent, Adeshina Ibrahim Ayodele.
Ligue 1 giants, Lille are prepared to sign 17 year-old Nigerian talent from Beyond Limits Academy in Nigeria. Ayodele, due to his huge footballing potential, has garnered interests from many European clubs including Anderlecht and a variety of Dutch teams but has decided to step up his development with Lille. The midfielder’s vision, versatility and technical abilities have placed him apart from other Nigerian talents and Lille looks to be the best pathway for his development, considering Nigeria’s striker, Victor Osimhen also went through a similar trajectory with the club. The transfer is expected to be finalized soon and many Nigerians are eager to see Ayodele’s development in France.
🔴🇳🇬 Lille have agreed deal to sign 2006 born Nigerian talent Adeshina Ibrahim Ayodele from Beyond Limits Academy.
Anderlecht and also Dutch clubs wanted him but now set to join Lille. pic.twitter.com/gzvgGM2sA9
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 4, 2024
Emiliano Martínez comes up clutch to keep Argentina’s title defence alive.
Aston Villa’s goalkeeper, Emiliano Martínez has quickly entrenched himself as perhaps, Argentina’s greatest goalkeeper in history. Helping the country win its first Copa América and World Cup in decades, Martínez has again come up clutch to send Argentina to the Copa América semifinal with a penalty shootout win over Ecuador on Thursday night. After a heavy 1-1 draw, Argentina received its biggest scare in the tournament after Lionel missed his penalty. However, Emi Martínez stood firm, saving 2 of Ecuador’s 4 penalties to send Argentina to the Copa América semifinal.
Emi Martínez's golden gloves come through for Argentina again ⭐ pic.twitter.com/62OF2cV8cE
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) July 5, 2024
Newcastle United appoints Paul Mitchell as its new sporting director.
After losing Dan Ashworth to Manchester United, Newcastle have just appointed Paul Mitchell as its new Sporting Director. Mitchell, notable for his executive positions at Monaco, RB Leipzig, Tottenham and Southampton, has been one of the biggest recruitment specialists. Unlike Ashworth, the 42 year-old will reportedly focus on recruitments but will still be heavily involved in other spheres of the club’s activities, including the women’s team. Mitchell comes at a period when Newcastle just staved off a potential point deduction for breaching the Profit and Sustainability Rules. Mitchell will be expected to play a key role in Newcastle’s recruitment plans this summer.
🚨⚪️⚫️ Paul Mitchell has been appointed as Newcastle United new sporting director.
Deal signed today for Mitchell to replace Dan Ashworth. pic.twitter.com/JgIJnmwK23
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 4, 2024