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Juventus using Mino Raiola links to target Eredivisie starlets
Juventus are reportedly using their strong relationship with Mino Raiola to sign two of the brightest Eredivisie talents.
Five top games to watch in Europa League this week
The Europa League knockout phase begins on Thursday, with VAR being introduced to Europe’s secondary club competition for the first time outwith the final for the last 32, first-leg ties. AFP Sport picks five games to watch this week
Ruud Gullit: Virgil van Dijk is never going to win Ballon d’Or
Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk is never going to win the Ballon d’Or despite pushing Lionel Messi close in 2019, says Ruud Gullit, with the Dutch great expecting defenders to be overlooked in future votes.g
Alessandro Del Piero hints at Pep Guardiola joining Juventus
Legendary Italian striker Alessandro Del Piero has hinted that Pep Guardiola could leave Manchester City for Juventus in the summer.
F1: Max Verstappen comments ‘sign of weakness’ – Lewis Hamilton
Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has said an apparent failure by title rival Max Verstappen to acknowledge his achievements was a “sign of weakness”.
Bundesliga: Borussia Dortmund look to Erling Haaland to help reboot title bid
Borussia Dortmund must tighten their defence and trust teenage striker Erling Braut Haaland to provide the goals against Bundesliga giant-killers Eintracht Frankfurt on Friday after a “week to forget”.
Chelsea, Ajax reach £37 million agreement for Hakim Ziyech
The Stamford Bridge club saw an offer for the 26-year old rejected in January but continued negotiations amid increasing competition from rival clubs.
Liverpool set to offer Virgil van Dijk new five-year deal worth £50 million
Liverpool are reportedly ready to further secure Virgil van Dijk’s future by offering the Dutch defender a new deal worth £50million.
Liverpool, Chelsea could go head to head for Villarreal’s Samuel Chukwueze
Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze could be a summer transfer target for European top clubs once again following the revelation from French football.
Former Manchester United defender wishes Odion Ighalo luck with new jersey number
Former Manchester United defender Antonio Valencia has sent a good luck message to Odion Ighalo after he was handed the Ecuadorian old jersey number.
Barcelona out to sign Premier League flop before the transfer deadline day
His resurgence has attracted the likes of Barcelona and the 31-year-old is tipped to fill Luis Suarez’s shoe at the Camp Nou, following the injury that would keep the Uruguayan out for four months.
Tottenham sign PSV Eindhoven winger Steven Bergwijn
Tottenham announced the signing of Dutch international Steven Bergwijn from PSV Eindhoven for an undisclosed fee on Wednesday.
Tottenham agree £25.6 million deal for Christian Eriksen’s replacement
Tottenham are closing in on the signing of winger Steven Bergwijn after agreeing a deal with PSV Eindhoven.
Tottenham-linked Steven Bergwijn denies claims he refused to play for PSV
Reported Tottenham target Steven Bergwijn has denied claims he refused to play for current club PSV in order to force through a move to the Premier League.
Jordi Cruyff appointed Ecuador head coach
Former Barcelona and Manchester United winger, Jordi Cruyff, has been appointed the new head coach of Ecuador.
Nigerian youngster wants to succeed Robert Lewandowski at Bayern Munich
Dutch-born Nigerian youngster Joshua Zirkzee says his aim is to be Bayen Munich number one striker in the nearest future, amid transfer rumors.
Arsenal to pay £42.5 million for Ajax’s Hakim Ziyech
Arsenal’s hopes of signing Hakim Ziyech from Ajax have been handed a boost, after the player has been told he can leave this month, CalcioMercato reports.
Virgil van Dijk: Liverpool learned from title pain, determined to avoid repeat
Virgil van Dijk admits Liverpool took important lessons from the title pain they endured in 2018-19, with the Reds determined to make amends by capturing the Premier League crown a year on.
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Justin Fashanu deserved Hall of Fame induction – Amal Fashanu
Born of a Nigerian father and a mother from Guyana, Fashanu was Britain’s first £1m black footballer and won the BBC’s Goal of the Season award for his memorable volley against Liverpool in February 1980.
US opposes Nigeria’s plan to hand Abacha loot to Kebbi governor
The United States is opposing plans by Nigeria to give $100 million from loots recovered from former Nigeria military dictator Sani Abacha to Kebbi State governor Atiku Bagudu.
ECOWAS Court chief advocates legal system to guarantee Ivoirians of rights protection
Justice Edward Asante, President of the ECOWAS Court of Justice, has underscored need for establishment of legal system to assist Ivoirians approach court for protection of their human right.
Court orders DSS to probe Bayelsa deputy governor for ‘certificate forgery’
An Abuja Area Court, on Wednesday, ordered the Department of State Security to investigate the allegation of forgery of a National Youth Service Corps certificate leveled against the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.
Lesotho premier fails to appear in court to face murder charge
The prime minister of Lesotho, Thomas Thabane, on Friday failed to appear in court, where he was expected to face charges of murder, attempted murder and malicious damage to property.
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David Luiz: Arsenal can win Europa League, secure Champions League return
David Luiz believes that Arsenal boast “the quality” to savour Europa League glory this season and book a return to Champions League competition through a continental route.
Coronavirus: Chinese tourist dies from infection in France – minister
France's health minister has said a Chinese tourist has died from coronavirus, the first fatality from the virus in Europe.
Andy Cole: Bruno Fernandes adds quality to Manchester United, can play with Paul Pogba
Bruno Fernandes will add “quality” to the Manchester United ranks, says Andy Cole, with the Portuguese potentially the perfect midfield partner for Paul Pogba.
NBTI: We have technologies that can bring immediate jobs
Mr Mohammed Jibrin, Director-General (DG) of National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI), says the board is ready to bring in technologies that will create immediate jobs to support hardworking and performing governors.
Radio Bayelsa suspends nine staff as NUJ seeks investigation
The Management of Radio Bayelsa has suspended nine workers over an attack on the station by hoodlums in protest against Supreme Court’s judgment that sacked erstwhile governor-elect, David Lyon.