Karamoko Dembele

Uncertainty over Sheffield Wednesday transfer target as training picture emerges

23/07/2024 Raymond 0

Uncertainty surrounds the future of a key summer transfer target for Sheffield Wednesday. As the Owls prepare for the 2024/25 Championship season, they have paused transfer activities to focus on a pre-season friendly against Werder Bremen. Despite a recent 4-0 defeat to Red Bull Salzburg, anticipation remains high for the team’s performance.

Sheffield Wednesday aims to bolster their squad, pushing to re-sign Ike Ugbo from Troyes and submitting a bid for Karamoko Dembele from Brest. Dembele’s future remains uncertain, as he has been told he can leave Brest despite a strong loan spell with Blackpool and a contract until 2026. Amidst multiple bids and ongoing speculation, Dembele’s latest social media post suggests Brest may want to reassess his role, possibly delaying any move to Sheffield Wednesday until later in the transfer window.

“Would pay 7 figures” – Bolton Wanderers urged to splash the cash for Derby, Portsmouth & Sheff Wed target

18/07/2024 Raymond 0

Bolton Wanderers are being encouraged to pursue the ambitious signing of Brest attacking midfielder Karamoko Dembele, who is also attracting interest from Championship clubs Derby County, Portsmouth, and Sheffield Wednesday. Dembele gained worldwide attention at the age of 13 when he appeared for Celtic’s under-20 side and seemed destined for a bright future at Parkhead. However, he made just one senior appearance in Glasgow before moving to Brest two years ago.

Despite struggling for regular playing time at Brest, managing only 164 minutes in Ligue 1 during the 2022/23 season, Dembele thrived during a loan spell with League One side Blackpool last season. There, he scored eight goals and provided 13 assists, significantly contributing to the team, although Blackpool narrowly missed out on a top-six finish by just two points.

According to a recent report by Darren Witcoop via X, Brest is looking to offload Dembele this summer, which has led to interest from Derby County, Portsmouth, and Sheffield Wednesday. Witcoop’s report also mentions Bolton Wanderers, with the Bolton News revealing that the Trotters have initiated contact to sign Dembele on a permanent basis as they prepare for a promotion bid in the upcoming season.

The last 10 players linked with Leeds United, including talks for £3.5m-rated Swiss playmaker

10/06/2024 Raymond 0

Leeds United are gearing up for a busy summer, with several new players already being linked to Elland Road. The club needs to replace outgoing players and strengthen key positions, including right-back, number 10, and center-back.

Among the latest ten players linked with Leeds is Swiss 22-year-old Natan Girma from Reggiana, who has been on their radar for months. Eric Smith from St. Pauli is another target, with Leeds competing against West Brom for the Swedish center-back. Versatile Fulham player Bobby Decordova-Reid is also in their sights, particularly as his contract nears expiration.

Karamoko Dembele, formerly of Celtic and now with Brest, impressed on loan at Blackpool last season and is another Leeds target. Additionally, Leeds are eyeing Japan star Ao Tanaka from Dusseldorf, Stuttgart’s DR Congo winger Silas, and Chelsea’s Alfie Gilchrist for a potential loan move.

West Ham’s Ben Johnson, Norwich’s USA striker Josh Sargent, and Nottingham Forest’s Ateef Konate round out the list of players Leeds are considering to bolster their squad for the upcoming season.