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Sunday Matt O’Riley Bid Rumour

01/07/2024 Raymond 0

Southampton are reportedly preparing a significant £20 million bid for Celtic midfielder Matt O’Riley, including potential add-ons that could push the total amount beyond Celtic’s previous record sales of approximately £25 million. Southampton manager Russell Martin, who previously worked with O’Riley at MK Dons, is keen to reunite with the Danish international. Since his move to Celtic, O’Riley has thrived, becoming a key player and significantly contributing to their double-winning campaign last season.

Aware of financial fair play constraints, Southampton is unlikely to meet Celtic’s initial asking price directly. O’Riley’s impressive performances for Celtic have attracted considerable attention, including from Atletico Madrid, Inter Milan, and several other European clubs, although no formal offers have met Celtic’s valuation yet. Celtic, having secured O’Riley on a new contract in October, are in a strong negotiating position and are unlikely to accept anything less than their valuation. It remains uncertain if Southampton will meet Celtic’s demands, but a bidding war could ensure Celtic secures the best possible deal for their star midfielder.

Southampton and Leicester show interest in Slovenia midfielder Timi Max Elsnik after his impressive display against England at Euro 2024

30/06/2024 Raymond 0

Southampton and Leicester City have both set their sights on Timi Max Elsnik, the talented Slovenian midfielder currently making waves at Olimpija Ljubljana. At 26, Elsnik’s stellar form has not only secured him a place in Slovenia’s Euro 2024 squad but also garnered attention from top clubs across Europe, including Lazio and Lyon. Despite interest from abroad, the £5.5 million price tag has made Elsnik an enticing prospect for Premier League returnees Leicester City and Southampton, who are eager to strengthen their ranks ahead of the upcoming season.

Transfer gossip: Sunderland slap ‘£30m’ price on star man amid Wolves and Crystal Palace interest

26/06/2024 Raymond 0

Sunderland are reportedly demanding between £25 million and £30 million for their attacker, Jack Clarke, amid significant transfer speculation. Clarke has attracted interest from several clubs, including Burnley, Lazio, and Southampton, following an impressive Championship season with 15 goals and four assists. Recently, Premier League clubs Wolves and Crystal Palace have also been linked with a move for Clarke. It appears unlikely that Clarke will renew his contract with Sunderland, which has two years remaining, and Tottenham is set to receive a percentage of any transfer fee.

West Brom’s stunning £43m squad value after increase compared to Leeds United, Sunderland, Sheffield United and rivals

16/06/2024 Raymond 0

The summer transfer window has officially opened, leading to a significant rise in squad values across the Championship. Despite the departures of top players from Luton Town, Burnley, and Sheffield United to the Premier League, the Championship remains packed with talent. This transfer window is expected to see several inter-division deals and the arrival of lesser-known international stars.

However, many clubs are constrained by Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations, which might limit activity. Nevertheless, clubs will still seek to strengthen their squads to meet their objectives. For example, West Bromwich Albion finished in the top six last season but were outperformed by Southampton in the play-offs, leading to another year in the Championship. Despite this, West Brom’s squad has increased significantly in transfer value compared to other teams in the division.