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Sky Sports have reportedly been told that Newcastle United are now eyeing a move for Boubacar Kamara in the summer.

The Lowdown: Contract expiring

Kamara’s current deal at Marseille expires this summer, meaning that he can leave as a free agent.

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There are no signs of him signing a new one yet, and so it looks as if he will be free for clubs to pick up at the end of the season.

This has led to intense interest from the Premier League, with the likes of Newcastle, Tottenham and Crystal Palace reported as suitors in recent months.

The Latest: Newcastle interest

Sky Sports have been ‘told’ that the St. James’ Park faithful are indeed now ‘interested’ in signing Kamara on a Bosman deal, along with Jose Mourinho’s AS Roma.

However, he is also being ‘monitored’ by Manchester United, as they look to bolster their own options in midfield.

The Verdict: Sign

Given that Kamara is currently rated at £22.5m, to sign him on a free transfer would be a bargain.

Once dubbed a ‘phenomenon‘ by former teammate Rolando, the Frenchman is equally as comfortable at playing as a centre-back or in the middle of the park, the kind of versatility that would surely please Eddie Howe.

He has also proven to be a leader in the spine of the team at such a young age, captaining his side in a number of games in Ligue 1 this season, helping them rise to second spot in France’s top flight, only behind PSG.

On top of all that, Kamara is only 22 years of age, and so if things did not work out in the North East, he could be sold for a tidy profit.

In other news, find out what big NUFC update Craig Hope has now been ‘told’ here!

Portuguese transfer journalist Bruno Andrade, who contributes for CNN and UOL Esporte, has now shared a big pre-summer update involving Tottenham Hotspur and Everton striker Richarlison.

The Lowdown: Conte eyes new forward?

The Lilywhites, who arguably lack sufficient back-up for star man Harry Kane, have been tipped to add an alternative striker to their ranks in recent months amid their lack of depth in that position.

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Most recently, the likes of Darwin Nunez (Benfica) and Paulo Dybala (Juventus) have been linked with a move to Tottenham as transfer chief Fabio Paratici aims to back Antonio Conte in the summer market.

Talks have also been held over the likes of Alvaro Morata, according to Football Insider in late January, with news now coming to light on a surprise new target in Toffees star Richarlison.

The Latest: Tottenham ‘already’ make first move…

According to Andrade, Spurs and Paratici ‘above all’ have ‘already taken polls’ to sign the 24-year-old – allegedly making contact with Everton as they make their first move pre-summer.

The reporter adds that Richarlison himself ‘prepares transfer within the Premier League’ as Frank Lampard’s prize asset eyes a Merseyside exit.

The Verdict: Ambitious move

The Goodison Park club, amid a scrap against relegation, are also hampered by financial trouble off the field as they face the biggest losses out of any English team in the past three years (The Times).

This could mean Everton simply have to sell this summer in a bid to balance the books, especially if they drop down to the Championship, and it’s little surprise Tottenham are allegedly thinking to take advantage.

The £110,000-per-week forward has been a key player for Everton over these last few seasons, topping their Premier League charts over 2021/2022 too with the most goals and assists combined (WhoScored).

He also ranks in as the Blues’ best performer this season going by average match rating per 90 (6.87) with the proven top flight attacker coming as a logical Tottenham target.

In other news: In recent weeks: Tottenham step up chase to sign ‘incredible’ player as club brace for their bid! Find out more here.

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According to the Daily Mail, Liverpool will battle Chelsea for the signature of Monaco teenager Khephren Thuram in this summer’s transfer window.

What’s the word, then?

Khephren is the son of France legend Lilian Thuram, who played for Monaco, Parma, Juventus and Barcelona during a wonderful career.

The 47-year-old is actually the most capped player in the history of the France national team, having made 142 appearances for his country.

The former defender has two sons, the second of which – Khephren – currently turns out for principality side Monaco.

According to the Daily Mail, Liverpool are chasing the 17-year-old, but the Reds will face competition from Premier League rivals Chelsea.

It is certainly an interesting situation to monitor, particularly when considering that Juventus have also ‘watched’ the teenager during the 2018-19 campaign.

What do we know about him?

Khephren has not yet signed professional terms with Monaco, despite the fact that he has already made three first-team appearances for the club.

The midfielder actually appeared twice for Monaco in the Champions League earlier this season, whilst he has made the bench for five Ligue 1 fixtures this term.

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Born in Italy, the teenager has turned out for France at Under-18 level and according to transfermarkt, mainly operates as a defensive midfielder.

It would be fair to say that the youngster is quite an unknown quantity when it comes to assessing whether he could thrive at a club of Liverpool’s size.

Living up to his father’s reputation is going to be incredibly difficult, but the likes of Chelsea, Liverpool and Juventus do not monitor a player unless he has a lot of talent.

Sunderland have been handed a huge transfer boost over young midfielder Daniel Neil…

What’s the talk?

According to Football League World, the Black Cats will be able to keep hold of the Stadium of Light academy graduate if they win promotion this term.

The report claimed that Premier League quartet Leeds, Aston Villa, Wolves and Brighton are all keen on the 20-year-old and that he is likely to leave if the Wearside club remain in League One for another campaign.

Delight

This news will surely delight Sunderland supporters, as it gives hope that Neil may still be in their defence for 2022/23.

It suggests that the Black Cats faithful will not be fearing the worst if the club can to secure promotion this season. They would not need to worry about Neil departing in the summer ahead of a Championship campaign, leaving the club in the difficult position of needing to replace a key player whilst also trying to strengthen their squad.

This report will also leave fans buzzing, as it suggests that Neil is keen to have a crack with Sunderland in the Championship. The bright lights of the Premier League may prove too much for some to resist, and the midfielder turning down a top-flight move would show amazing loyalty to the club, and that should be respected in the modern game.

Former Sunderland boss Lee Johnson dubbed Neil a “young Paul Gascoigne” and his form in League One this season has been impressive. The 20-year-old has produced three goals and seven assists in 31 starts for the club, whilst creating 1.2 chances and making 1.8 tackles and interceptions per game.

He has caught the eye in a box-to-box midfield role, showcasing his ability to win the ball back whilst also having an impact on the game when in possession. Neil has the quality to change a game with his passing and shooting in the final third, and he still has plenty of time to develop and hone his skills even further over the next few years.

This is why Sunderland supporters will surely be delighted to learn that he is set to stay if Alex Neil’s team can secure promotion, as it would be a huge boost to the club based on his form this season and his long-term potential. The Black Cats are currently sixth in the table and could make their way up to the second tier by winning the play-offs, keeping their gem of a midfielder in the process.

AND in other news – Left for £0, value soared 14,900%: Sunderland fumbled gem with a “wand of a left foot”… 

Former West Brom striker Kevin Phillips believes Newcastle United midfielder Sean Longstaff could be a good summer signing by the Baggies.

The Lowdown: Longstaff a bit-part player

The 24-year-old has struggled to be a key man for the Magpies this season, making just 11 starts in the Premier League and only playing one full 90 minutes since January.

It could be that Eddie Howe is happy for Longstaff to leave in the summer transfer window when his current deal expires, especially with Newcastle newly rich after their big-money takeover, allowing for high-profile signings to come in.

West Brom have been linked with a move for the defensive midfielder in the recent past, as they look to bounce next season after a hugely disappointing Championship campaign.

The Latest: Phillips wants move to happen

Speaking to West Brom News, Phillips claimed Longstaff could be an ideal summer addition at the Hawthorns, with the Englishman available on a free transfer:

“I think he’s shown that he can play in the Premier League.

“So there will be no doubt he would be able to perform in the Championship, and a side like West Brom could really suit him. If whoever is in charge can get them playing that silky football that has been played there over the years then he is a player who would suit that style.

“For me, I think he needs to go somewhere that suits him where he can go and play week in, week out because there’s no doubt he has the qualities and he has the experience of the Premier League.

“It would be a good move for him and the club.”

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The Verdict: Good summer signing

The biggest stumbling block against Longstaff joining the Baggies is whether or not he is happy to drop down to the Championship, having got 73 Premier League appearances to his name now.

If he is content with dropping down a division, though, he could be a great signing, having once been praised by Pep Guardiola after Newcastle beat Manchester City 2-1 back in 2019.

Longstaff has averaged 2.3 tackles per game in the league this season – no West Brom player has averaged more in the Championship – and his top-flight experience could be invaluable, not to mention already working with Steve Bruce during his time in charge at St James’ Park.

In other news, West Brom are reportedly set for talks over the signing of one player. Find out who it is here.

Wolves could still make a last-gasp move for Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey this month, according to a late transfer rumour which has emerged.

The Lowdown: Ramsey leaving Juve?

The Welshman has struggled to make his mark during his time in Italy, only registering six goals and six assists since arriving from Arsenal in 2019.

Juve are thought to be keen on offloading Ramsey before the January transfer window ends, and Wolves have been linked with a move in the recent past.

Leeds have also been backed to sign him, though, as a return to England for the rest of the season potentially comes to fruition.

The Latest: Wolves tipped to make late move for Ramsey

According to Calciomercato [via Sport Witness], Wolves’ move for Ramsey could ‘resolve’ itself at the 11th hour.

It is stated that ‘Jorge Mendes takes care of it’, suggesting that the agent could get a deal over the line for the 31-year-old, who has scored 20 goals in 71 caps for Wales.

The Verdict: Strong last-gasp addition

If Wolves sign Ramsey before deadline day ends, it could prove to be a bonus during an already positive month on the pitch at Molineux, following four wins in a row in all competitions.

While the Welsh midfielder arguably isn’t at his peak anymore, he has proven Premier League pedigree – 40 goals and 51 assists – and could complement the deeper-lying pair of Joao Moutinho and Ruben Neves.

With Wolves looking to finish in the European places this season, Ramsey could add a sprinkling of stardust to provide more depth and quality in key matches between now and May.

In other news, some Wolves fans are happy with an update on one player. Find out who it is here.

Lautaro Martinez ‘would take Spurs to a different level’, former Lilywhites goalkeeper Paul Robinson says. 

The lowdown

Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport (via Sempre Inter) named Spurs alongside Atletico Madrid and FC Barcelona as one of the main candidates to sign Inter Milan striker Martinez this summer.

They claim that the North London outfit have expressed a concrete interest in the 24-year-old in recent weeks. Inter have apparently set an asking price of between €60million (£49.7million) and €70million (£58million) for the Argentine.

Spurs, then, could break their existing transfer record – the £54million they paid to sign Tanguy Ndombele in 2019 – in order to land Martinez.

Antonio Conte worked with the forward at the San Siro between 2019 and 2021.

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The latest

Speaking to Football Insider, Robinson, a regular pundit on Sky Sports who played for Tottenham between 2004 and 2008, expressed at his excitement at the prospect of landing the ‘amazing’ Martinez.

He believes it could give Antonio Conte a similar luxury to Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp.

“I think he would take Spurs to a different level,” he said. “He’s an amazing player.”

“Spurs have a great front three but they cannot play every week. Jurgen Klopp has found that out with his front three. He has five players in rotation for those positions.

“As well as Spurs’ front three are doing at the moment they cannot play every game. It is a squad game now more than ever.”

The verdict

Conte will surely have fond memories of Martinez, whose 17 league goals helped propel Inter to the Serie A title last season – the player himself has credited Conte with changing his ‘mentality’ and helping him to ‘grow’.

Off the back of their success, Martinez finished joint-21st in the 2021 Ballon D’Or voting, alongside Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes.

There’s no doubt, then, that he’s an elite forward and potentially a blockbuster addition to the Spurs squad.

Conte used a 3-5-2 shape at Inter to accommodate both Martinez and Romelu Lukaku, but doing the same at Spurs could see Heung-min Son left out. It would be a dilemma for the manager, but as Robinson notes, the level of depth would be enviable.

In other news, Dean Jones shares a left-field James Maddison development concerning THFC.

Pundit Paddy Kenny has claimed it would be ‘absolutely massive’ if Celtic were able to call upon Kyogo Furuhashi against Rangers, Football Insider report, after the Hoops star was spotted in action at Lennoxtown.

The Lowdown: Furuhashi back in training

Furuhashi has been missing since December due to a hamstring injury, however, his Celtic teammates have taken the Premiership by storm following the winter break.

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The Hoops have dropped just two points from a possible 33 in 2022 and are now three points clear of rivals Rangers.

Celtic’s top scorer has recently been spotted in training, and there is hope from those at Lennoxtown that he could return to action at Ibrox on April 3, with two more games against Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s side to follow.

The Latest: Kenny’s comments

Kenny, talking to Football Insider, believes Celtic are already heading into the upcoming Glasgow Derby clashes as favourites to win all three.

He claimed it would be ‘absolutely massive’ if Furuhashi was able to feature following the international break, describing it as ‘a blow for Rangers’.

“Celtic are probably going into these games as favourites.

“That’s before you get to Furuhashi. If he comes back for those games it’s absolutely massive.

“You are getting your best player back for games that could decide the title.

“We are at the business end of the season so you need your best players available.

“They won’t want to risk him getting injured so they will have to be careful.

“But even if he isn’t fit, the other strikers have been really good.

“It’s a blow for Rangers, for sure, but I’m sure Celtic are just happy to have him back.”

The Verdict: Place on the bench?

Ange Postecoglou could have Furuhashi available next weekend, but as he did with David Turnbull against Ross County, he may decide to include him on the bench instead of from the off.

He learned first-hand with Furuhashi against St Johnstone prior to the winter break that there is always a chance of further hamstring damage if they aren’t cautious.

Therefore, having him on the bench could be a smart decision, as there is still a lot of football to play between now and the end of the season, with the title not decided next weekend.

In other news: ‘Worrying…’ – Sky Sports man claims ‘brilliant’ Celtic ace may now have suffered ‘bone damage’. 

Glasgow Rangers endured an embarrassing 3-0 away defeat at the hands of their city rivals in the Scottish Premiership on Wednesday night.

Two well-taken goals from Reo Hatate, as well as a sucker blow from Liel Abada, were more than enough to give the hosts all three points at Parkhead, with all three strikes coming in the first half.

There were some truly awful performances from Rangers on the night, and The Transfer Tavern have now used statistical experts SofaScore to analyse who the three worst performers were for Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s side:

Joe Aribo (6.4)

Coming back from Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) duty with Nigeria, Aribo was given a mere 6.4 overall rating.

The midfielder lost out on five of his duels and also failed to record a single shot on goal, clearance, interception, key pass, cross or long ball in the match.

The 25-year-old was also guilty of giving possession away 12 times, the joint-sixth most out of his teammates.

Connor Goldson (6.4)

Goldson was also given a 6.4 rating, but ranks second here as he was part of a shambolic defence which conceded three goals in 45 minutes against their biggest rivals.

The defender lost three duels and did not record an interception, while he lost the ball on no fewer than on 17 separate occasions in total, the joint-second most out of any Gers player.

Amad Diallo (6.1)

Diallo was ranked as the Gers’ worst player on the night, with a 6.1 rating given.

The Manchester United loanee struggled to make any sort of real impact on the game as he never attempted a shot on goal, successful dribble, key pass or cross, while he also lost five of his duels and gave away the ball 12 times.

Van Bronckhorst decided to haul him off at half-time, in what was an unimpressive first Old Firm derby for the Ivorian youngster.

In other news, Jordan Campbell slammed this Rangers player for his performance against the Hoops

Everton managed to snatch what could be a vital point for their hopes of avoiding getting relegated from the Premier League.

In last night’s clash against Leicester City at Goodison Park, the Toffees found themselves 1-0 down with just five minutes on the clock after Harvey Barnes grabbed a goal for the away side.

Then, in the dying minutes of the match, Everton attacker Richarlison managed to score the equaliser for his side and avoid a defeat for Frank Lampard’s side.

Despite managing to end the game with a point when they were close to leaving empty-handed, one player in an Everton shirt that arguably let his team down on the night was Allan.

Starting in a midfield next to Fabian Delph and Alex Iwobi, the Brazilian only played 58 minutes of action before being replaced by Dele Alli.

This ended up being a stroke of genius by Lampard as Alli played a big part in Everton’s late goal.

As for Allan, the midfielder only had 29 touches of the ball in total, which worryingly is fewer than goalkeeper Jordan Pickford had throughout the game.

In those 29 touches, the 31-year-old made just 17 accurate passes, misplacing one cross and one long ball.

With no key passes, dribbles attempted or shots at goal, the midfielder offered next to nothing going forward.

From a defensive point of view, the Brazil international lost six of the nine duels he was involved in as well as getting dribbled past on three occasions and giving one foul away.

This shows that he was somewhat of a liability for the Toffees and was probably right to be taken off in the second half.

Having been slammed for being “clumsy” with his tackles in the past by Garry Birtles, Allan wasn’t at his best in a defensive regard this time out either.

This display ultimately earned Allan a very disappointing overall match rating of 6.1/10 from SofaScore, making him the lowest-rated Everton player that stepped foot on the pitch.

The Liverpool Echo also picked up on the Brazilian’s poor performance by saying that he “was not strong enough in possession to justify his place on the pitch beyond the opening minutes of the second half.”

Moving forward, Lampard will definitely need the midfielder to be a much more impactful player either in a defensive or attacking sense between now and the end of the season if they want to have a good chance of avoiding the drop.

In other news: EFC plotting £25m bid for “dangerous” £152k-p/w ace, it could be bye-bye Richarlison