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Red Sox Secure Deal with Veteran Reliever Justin Wilson to Bolster Bullpen

14/11/2024 Raymond 0

The Boston Red Sox have secured left-handed veteran reliever Justin Wilson on a one-year, major league contract, similar in structure to his previous deal with the Reds. Wilson, a 37-year-old with a lengthy MLB career, battled injuries in recent seasons but showed promising underlying stats upon returning from Tommy John surgery. Despite a 5.59 ERA with Cincinnati, largely influenced by the homer-friendly Great American Ball Park, Wilson’s strikeout and walk rates were better than league averages. His four-seam fastball clocked an impressive 95.5 mph, marking one of the highest velocities in his career. Advanced metrics suggest Wilson could be primed for a rebound, making him a valuable and experienced addition to Boston’s bullpen, which currently has few established left-handed options.

Transfer news and rumours: Souttar to Sheffield United, Sanchez to Udinese

07/08/2024 Raymond 0

Leicester City, newly promoted to the Premier League, have announced that towering defender Harry Souttar will be loaned to Sheffield United for the 2024-25 season. The Australian international, who has struggled for playing time at Leicester, will join the Blades without an option for a permanent transfer. Last season, Souttar made just four appearances for Leicester, and with strong competition in the defensive lineup, he has been deemed surplus to requirements. Excited about the move, Souttar stated, “As soon as I found out I was available and the club was looking at me, it was a no-brainer to come here.” Despite being under contract with Leicester until 2028, Souttar has played only 16 games for the Foxes since his January 2023 transfer from Stoke City.

Free agent finds new home after Sheffield Wednesday departure

10/07/2024 Raymond 0

Sheffield Wednesday signed Adam Alimi-Adetoro two years ago after he impressed them during a trial. Before moving to South Yorkshire, he played for Leixlip United and Athlone Town. Over the past couple of seasons, he has been a key player for Sheffield Wednesday’s Under-21 team. Standing at 6ft 5in, the Irish defender made his first and only competitive appearance for Sheffield Wednesday in an FA Cup match against Fleetwood Town in February 2023. Despite training with the senior team on several occasions and participating in the pre-season trip to Spain last summer under former manager Xisco Munoz, his progression to the starting XI was hindered, leading Sheffield Wednesday to make the difficult decision to release him.

QPR concern not over despite £1m-a-year Stoke City deal: View

13/06/2024 Raymond 0

With two years remaining on his contract, securing him with QPR until the end of the 2025/26 season, it’s suggested that the club would demand a fee of £5-7 million for Jake Clarke-Salter’s services this summer. Despite Stoke City’s recent acquisition of center-back Ben Gibson, QPR should still be concerned about the Potters’ interest in Clarke-Salter.

Given the rigors of a full season, it would be a significant challenge for any club to manage with just three center-backs. Stoke often plays with two center-backs, leaving them with only one player to cover both positions. Considering the likelihood of injuries and suspensions throughout the season, this situation would put them at a high risk of selection issues. Hence, it would be prudent for the club to bring in another central defender to alleviate the pressure on their current options, providing more flexibility for rotation and reducing the risk of unwanted absences.

Sunderland: Crystal Palace transfer update on Jobe Bellingham revealed

05/06/2024 Raymond 0

Crystal Palace does not consider Sunderland’s attacking midfielder Jobe Bellingham a crucial part of their summer recruitment plans, despite showing interest in him, according to Give Me Sport. The 18-year-old has garnered significant attention recently due to his impressive performances in the Championship at such a young age.

Bellingham, who had a limited role at Birmingham City before transferring to Sunderland, has enjoyed considerable playing time during the 2023/24 season. Starting regularly, the England youth international has demonstrated his potential, suggesting that Sunderland could earn a substantial profit if they decide to sell him in the future. While Crystal Palace is interested in Bellingham, Give Me Sport reports that the club does not view him as essential to their summer plans.

Brentford has also shown interest in Bellingham but shares concerns about whether he can consistently perform at the Premier League level. This hesitation from both clubs could benefit Sunderland, who are keen to retain the promising young talent. Remaining at the Stadium of Light appears to be a wiser choice for Bellingham at this stage of his career.