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Many West Ham United fans have been angered on Twitter, following an official club tweet reminiscing about the acquisition of Tomas Soucek from Slavia Prague in July 2020.

Enjoying a fantastic 2020/21 campaign, the 6ft 4in ace registered an outstanding 11 goal contributions from 41 appearances; 10 goals and a solitary assist [Transfermarkt].

Signing for the Hammers on the 24th July 2020 for around £19 million, he has gone on to become one of the most highly regarded midfielders in the English top flight over the course of his time in London.

Despite this, the tension surrounding the lack of action with regards to signings this year at West Ham United is palpable.

In light of this, it was no wonder that plenty of West Ham United diehards took to Twitter to vent their frustration at the club.

West Ham United fans react:

Replying to the West Ham United official Twitter account, here is how some Hammers fans reacted to the post about Soucek:

“This’ll be one of those moments to tell the grandkids about in decades to come. “Once upon a time we would add to the squad with new players that would strengthen the team. Once upon a time…””

Credit: @DapperDan”Infuriating, right?”Credit: @dirtyepic7″What about this year’s signings? #GSBOUT”Credit: @RobF_WHU”Yes a great signing. Desperately trying to cover up the lack of spending this year. Need at least 5 signings to consolidate on last year’s great performance. GSB please do not conform to type!”Credit: @Pinnerhammer”Our transfer window is so bad, we are being reminded how good old ones were”Credit: @13illz98″Ah, I remember that feeling of a new signing being announced”Credit: @AngryWesthamIn other news, West Ham fans rage at a reported transfer plan.

A concerning claim has emerged after Tottenham Hotspur’s move to appoint Paulo Fonseca fell through last week…

What’s the word?

The 48-year-old looked likely to be announced as Jose Mourinho’s successor before the saga took yet another stunning twist after the club broke off talks, as per the BBC.

More details about the situation have since emerged with Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport (via Sport Witness) revealing that Spurs’ new director of football betrayed the former AS Roma boss by turning his attentions to Gennaro Gattuso, which soon caused fan backlash on social media.

It’s claimed that Fonseca and Paratici spent two days at Lake Como discussing plans and that’s when things began to falter, also suggesting that it wasn’t related to finances.

“In reality, however, it is Paratici who changes course when he realises that Fonseca would like to play with his preferred form, the 4-2-3-1, and not with the three-man defence.”

There was also said to be a disagreement over the backroom staff, with the Italian wanting him to work with people in Spurs’ current set-up.

Concerning news

It’s blatantly obvious that Spurs are in a mess right now.

Fonseca was even considered to be their sixth-choice option, behind names like Julian Nagelsmann, Brendan Rodgers, Mauricio Pochettino and Antonio Conte, so to not secure him is rather damning.

But what is most concerning is the potential influence of Paratici on the pitch.

When the 48-year-old was announced over a week ago, Spurs claimed in a statement that he would be “responsible for managing and developing the club’s sporting operations, facilities and footballing infrastructure.”

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He’s the first man since Franco Baldini in 2015 to hold such a position in North London but could he already possess too much influence on the playing squad, coaching staff and tactics?

It seems bizarre for a director of football, who is supposed to act as a talent spotter and deal with transfer negotiations off the pitch, to be so directly concerned with how the team shapes up on it.

Not only will it lower the pool of candidates that he’ll have to choose from – something that is already drastically decreasing by the day it – but it also means the next head coach will have very power or much of a say in anything.

Seeing as the Spurs faithful have already protested against Levy and the ENIC Group in recent weeks, this latest development will not go down well whatsoever.

It’s a worrying time to be a Lilywhites fan right now, that much is now clear.

AND in other news, Fresh twist emerges in Spurs’ managerial saga that’ll surely leave fans buzzing…

Tottenham Hotspur legend Graham Roberts does not like the idea of the club appointing Roberto Martinez as manager.

Sky Sports, via The Daily Mail, reported earlier this week that the former Everton boss has entered into talks with Spurs over the possibility of replacing Jose Mourinho as the club’s manager.

It remains to be seen if he will reach an agreement with the club, as he is set to manage Belgium in the European Championships this summer.

Roberts, though, doubts the potential appointment of the former Wigan Athletic boss.

Indeed, he does not think that his CV will be that appealing for Spurs, as he has yet to win anything with Belgium, and only succeeded at a small club.

Speaking exclusively to The Transfer Tavern, the UEFA Cup winner said: “Why would you go for a foreign manager that you know nothing of?

“Martinez, Wigan, okay, little club. Belgium manager, if you can’t manage those players at Belgium then well… If he doesn’t win the trophy this year he’s failed because he’s got the best players. That’s not for me.”

Indeed, Martinez has only ever won the FA Cup during his career, though he did guide Swansea City to promotion from League One in 2007/08.

Belgium also finished third at the 2018 World Cup.

Southampton have been linked with a move for Celtic midfielder Ryan Christie recently, and his potential signing could be a repeat of the deal which saw Stuart Armstrong join the Saints in 2018.

According to The Scottish Sun, Southampton are targeting the attacking midfielder ahead of the summer transfer window as they look to add a goalscoring midfielder to their ranks next season. The report from Alan Nixon suggests that Christie’s contract with Celtic is set to expire at the end of 2021, so they are keen to cash in on him this summer instead of potentially losing him for nothing.

Norwich and Burnley are also said to be interested in the 26-year-old, but a move to Ralph Hasenhuttl’s side may appeal to the Scotland international as he could link up with his former clubmate and current international colleague Armstrong.

Since joining the Saints three years ago, the 29-year-old has gone on to make 104 appearances for the south coast club, contributing 14 goals and 11 assists.

The Scottish midfielder was one of the standout performers for Southampton in 2020/21, with Saints legend Terry Paine full of praise for his campaign in the recent end of the season awards, saying: “I’ve been highly impressed with him, in terms of his effort and output, and the fact that he has played in multiple positions. He’s shown that bit of spark, and he’s got that burst of pace that can make a real difference.”

Given that Southampton signed him from Celtic, where he predominantly featured as an attacking midfielder, there are many similarities between Armstrong and Christie.

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The 26-year-old Scotland international has contributed an impressive 40 goals and 41 assists in 142 appearances for the Hoops, which included four goals and eight assists in the Premiership last season as he averaged a superb 7.33 rating from WhoScored for his performances.

Celtic legend Chris Sutton was full of praise for the midfielder after his goals helped Scotland qualify for Euro 2020, saying: “You have to admire his attitude as well as his versatility, to be able to play so many positions at such a high level…he gives it absolutely everything. We all know he can produce moments of magic, but he combines it with a ferocious work rate. Christie is a manager’s dream.”

Therefore, it certainly seems as if Christie could be a superb addition to Hasenhuttl’s squad, and if he can have the same impact that Armstrong has made during his time on the south coast, then signing him could be another masterstroke by Southampton CEO Martin Semmens if the Saints pull it off.

In other news… Southampton can sign their ideal Ings heir in “explosive” £10m beast

A number of Liverpool supporters have been hailing Sadio Mane after the Reds superstar contributed towards the building of a hospital in his hometown in Senegal.

The 29-year-old has been one of the biggest figures of the Jurgen Klopp era at Anfield, maturing into a truly world-class footballer. Mane has scored 97 goals in 218 appearances for Liverpool, winning the Champions League and Premier League along the way.

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Not only that, but the Senegalese’s likeable personality has shone through during his time at Anfield, making him one of the most popular figures at the club. He has a selfless, down-to-earth attitude on the pitch and he is clearly the same off it, with his latest gesture summing him up as a person.

As reported by African sports journalist Nuhu Adams on Twitter, Mane has paid €530,000 (£455,000) for a hospital to be built in his hometown of Bambali, having already done the same with a high school in the village.

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Liverpool fans hail Mane gesture

It is a special gesture from the Liverpool forward and these Reds fans have taken to Twitter to shower him with praise.

“I would visit Bambali one day to see Sadio, my very own favourite player”

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“What makes me happy is that the players we love are an inspiration as a human being. Sadio is a hero on and off the pitch”

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“I’m proud of Sadio Mane as a Liverpool supporter”

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“What a fella”

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“What a king”

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“Make Sadio president imo”

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In other news, a reliable journalist has provided a key update on the future of one Reds player. Find out who it is here.

Chris Hughton has been dealt a blow to his hopes of bringing James Garner back to Nottingham Forest this summer.

What’s the talk?

That’s according to a report by Manchester Evening News, who claimed that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is planning on including the 20-year-old central midfielder in his first team squad at Manchester United ahead of next season.

It is believed that Hughton is keen to keep the £3.6m-rated England under-20 international at the City Ground this summer following his successful loan spell at the Championship side in the second half of last season.

Hughton will be gutted

Having only linked up with Forest in the January transfer window, Garner went on to prove a remarkable piece of business from Hughton’s side, with the midfielder quickly establishing himself as a first team regular at the Reds.

Over his 20 Championship appearances for the club, the youngster scored four goals, as well as averaging two tackles, 1.7 interceptions and 1.1 key passes per game, culminating in an impressive average WhoScored match rating of 6.98 – ranking him as Forest’s best performer in the second tier.

Indeed, Forest’s 62-year-old manager was certainly impressed with the midfielder’s performances for the Garibaldi, claiming that he has been “absolutely delighted” with Garner, as well as suggesting that “Manchester United know what we think of him” when asked about the potential of a return to Nottingham this summer.

However, it is not just Hughton who has been impressed with the 20-year-old’s talent, with United midfielder Fred also complimenting Garner’s “impressive vision of the game” as well as his “incredible” range of passing.

As such, if Ole Gunnar Solskjaer does indeed put the brakes on the midfielder leaving Old Trafford ahead of next season, it will come as a gutting blow to Hughton, who will have undoubtedly been hoping that Garner’s influence within his side could help fire Forest up the Championship table next season.

In other news: Forest set for major blow as City Ground news emerges, fans will surely be gutted – opinion

Peterborough United Director of Football Barry Fry has told Football FanCast that West Ham United will do all they can to keep Jesse Lingard at the club on a permanent basis, amid a report from Eurosport stating that he is keen on a permanent switch to the London Stadium.

The Hammers took the Manchester United star on loan in the January transfer window.

He has been in incredible form for the Irons, as the club bid to qualify for the Champions League for the first time in their history.

The Irons lost ground in that race on Saturday, as they fell to a 1-0 defeat to Chelsea, leaving the Blues with an advantage in the run-in, as they now sit three points clear of David Moyes’ men.

Still, Lingard has scored nine goals and registered four assists in 11 games, including a run of five goals in four games.

The Irons do not have an option to buy Lingard but Fry, who worked under David Sullivan and David Gold at Birmingham City, insists that the Irons co-owners will make a serious play to sign him permanently.

Speaking exclusively to FFC, Fry said: “Jesse Lingard, what a January signing, if only on loan.

“People say to me ‘oh, they won’t keep him, he’ll go to a bigger club’, I’m not so sure. I think the two Davids will have a go. If Manchester United want to sell him, and he’s only got a year left, so either Manchester United have got to offer him a lucrative three or four year contract (or let him go).

“Jesse Lingard wants to play football and he never got a look-in at Man United so I can’t see him signing a long-term contract with Man United.

“Man United will have to put a price on him and I’m telling you, West Ham will negotiate that price. West Ham will have a go for him.”

A journalist has dropped a stunning update on the potential takeover of Newcastle United involving the ‘Big Six’.

The Lowdown: Ashley launches legal bid

Mike Ashley has told his legal team to take the Premier League to the high court over what the St. James’ Park faithful believe to be anti-competitive behaviour in their takeover decision-making process, as per The Shields Gazette.

It is understood the top flight were given fresh case legal papers in April, as Ashley looks to force them to put through the deal originally agreed with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) group.

The Latest: ‘Big Six’ may be involved

In what journalist Ross Gregory describes as a ‘stunning development’ in his latest piece for NationalWorld, the so-called ‘Big Six’ (Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur), may be forced to hand over evidence of their involvement in the breakdown of the takeover bid launched by the Saudi consortium.

The North East club’s legal team believe that these clubs may have put pressure on the division over the proposed deal, and thus want any documents to do with them and the takeover to be disclosed.

The Verdict: Documents may be significant

Any documents involving the ‘Big Six’ and the takeover bid may well turn out to be significant if any evidence is found of them influencing the PL over their decision.

If this evidence is proved to be what Ashley is hoping for, then the Tyneside club have a very good chance of winning their legal battle – the top flight won’t have a leg to stand on if it turns out they decided the results of the Owners’ and Directors’ Test under pressure from other clubs.

This would of course help speed up the whole takeover process, and perhaps Toon fans may still get what they are dreaming of this summer.

In other news, find out what big claim Ben Jacobs has dropped on the potential takeover here!

Tottenham Hotspur must defeat Leicester City if they are to stand a chance of qualifying for a place in the Europa League later this afternoon.

Ryan Mason and his side head to the King Power Stadium sat in seventh place and risk losing out on Europe for the first time since 2009 if they do not secure all three points.

A draw may not be enough to seal their fate, with Everton and arch-rivals Arsenal hot on their tail whilst the Foxes also need a victory if they are to get back into the top four.

Last time out, Spurs were beaten 2-1 by Aston Villa, so the 29-year-old caretaker has a lot to ponder heading into kick off.

So, here is our predicted Lilywhites XI, as well as the latest team and injury news…

Mason could be tempted into three changes from midweek.

One of which will be enforced at the back as Japhet Tanganga, who has started their last two league games under the interim, is confirmed to be out with a serious ankle injury.

Matt Doherty came on in his place against Villa, so he may well be preferred to Serge Aurier, who is expected to return to Paris Saint-Germain in the summer.

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He’ll join Toby Alderweireld, Eric Dier, Sergio Reguilon and goalkeeper Hugo Lloris.

In midfield, there will surely be a recall for Tanguy Ndombele at long last. His presence has been sorely missed lately, and Spurs only improved after his introduction.

He’s likely to replace £26m-rated Harry Winks, whilst Giovani Lo Celso is snubbed.

Further up the pitch, the third and final change should be the return of Gareth Bale to partner Heung-min Son, Dele Alli and Harry Kane.

The 31-year-old didn’t start in midweek due to fitness concerns but is well-rested ahead of what could be his last-ever game in a Tottenham shirt. He’ll replace Wednesday evening’s goalscorer, £22.5m-rated dynamo Steven Bergwijn.

Similarly, this could even be Kane’s final swansong for the Lilywhites.

AND in other news, Ryan Mason dealt fresh Spurs injury blow ahead of crucial Leicester clash…

Some Wolves fans have been reacting negatively to the news that Willy Boly will miss the upcoming Premier League clash with Fulham.

It was another night to forget for Nuno Espirito Santo’s side on Monday, with West Ham winning 3-2 at Molineux.

Wolves were even 3-0 down at one point, and while a great comeback was almost pulled off, it was still a poor performance in general, most notably in defence.

They will be hoping to bounce back on Friday evening, with struggling Fulham hosting them at Craven Cottage, as Scott Parker’s men battle to avoid relegation.

Wolves have been dealt a big blow in the lead-up to the match, however, with The Athletic‘s Tim Spiers confirming on Twitter that Boly will miss out after testing positive for coronavirus.

It means the centre-back is having to self-isolate for 10 days, but he will presumably be available for the visit of Sheffield United on April 17th if he suffers no lasting effects.

Wolves fans react to Boly update

These Wolves fans have been providing their thoughts on the news on Twitter.

“No Boly for Friday too? That’s really lifted our spirits Tim. Another defensive catastrophe scheduled for Friday Night then?”

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“More pathetic, school boy defending then and another loss incoming. Relegation will kill the club”

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“Definitely need Boly back!”

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“Kilman in ASAP”

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“We shouldn’t even consider playing a back 4 until he’s back”

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“Just bring Kilman back, something funny about his omission”

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In other news, Wolves were reportedly interested in signing an England international in January. Read more here.