Martin calls Onuachu ‘a different beast’ as he makes his comeback.
SAINTS manager Russell Martin described Paul Onuachu as “a different Paul” compared to last season after the striker made an unexpected return to action. The […]
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Journalist impressed by £40k-per-week Nottingham Forest star in Villarreal friendly draw
Nottingham Forest moved closer to their Premier League opener against Bournemouth with their latest friendly on Friday night. Nuno Espirito Santo’s team played to a […]
Uncertainty over Sheffield Wednesday transfer target as training picture emerges
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.
Former Sunderland coach delivers ‘exciting’ verdict on Black Cats prospects after South Shields win
Regis Le Bris began his Sunderland tenure with a resounding victory at South Shields. Former Sunderland academy coach Elliott Dickman praised the club’s young talents and urged them to seize the opportunity to impress the new head coach. In his debut match, Le Bris saw his team secure a 5-0 win, with first-half goals from Patrick Roberts, Trai Hume, Chris Rigg, Eliezer Mayenda, and Adil Aouchiche. Numerous academy players, including Tommy Watson, Harrison Jones, and Ben Crompton, were given a chance to shine in the second half, showcasing their potential.
Dickman noted the difficulty of breaking into the first-team environment but expressed optimism about the young players’ prospects. He highlighted the progress of Chris Rigg, Tommy Watson, Caden Kelly, and Harrison Jones, emphasizing the importance of impressing the new manager. The win at South Shields positively impacted Le Bris, who now focuses on the team’s upcoming trip to Spain to face Nottingham Forest and CD Eldense. Dickman believes the match was a great start for Le Bris and will help prepare Sunderland for a challenging season ahead.