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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.

Former Stoke City and West Ham Star Available As Free Agent This Summer

26/06/2024 Raymond 0

Sead Haksabanovic, former winger for Stoke City and West Ham United, is expected to leave Celtic this summer following an unsuccessful loan spell at the Bet365 Stadium. The Montenegro international spent the 2023/24 season on loan with Stoke City, where he made only 22 appearances and scored a single goal. Reports from Swedish outlet Fotboll Direkt suggest that Stoke City is not interested in signing Haksabanovic permanently, and Celtic is seeking a fee of £2.2 million for him. With head coach Brendan Rodgers not seeing a future for Haksabanovic at Celtic, Swedish champions Malmo FF are reportedly nearing a deal to bring him back to Sweden. This potential move underscores Haksabanovic’s stagnation since his £2.7 million transfer to West Ham United in 2017.

Eight players Leeds United can negotiate to sign in £40m Crysencio Summerville transfer swap with Brighton

18/06/2024 Raymond 0

Leeds United winger Crysencio Summerville has attracted significant interest from Premier League club Brighton and Hove Albion, with a potential transfer fee reaching as high as £40 million.

Following their failure to secure promotion to the Premier League, Leeds is aiming to balance their finances this summer, making Summerville, the Championship Player of the Year, a key target for a major transfer. His impressive performances during the 2023/24 season, where he achieved double figures in goals and assists across all competitions, have heightened his market value.

Amidst the early stages of the transfer window, Brighton, along with Chelsea and Liverpool, have emerged as suitors for the 21-goal Dutch winger. Leeds is confident in their ability to dictate the terms of any sale, potentially commanding a fee exceeding £30 million. Supporters have indicated a preference for a £40 million valuation, underlining Summerville’s importance and value to the club.

Given the potential hesitation from interested parties over the steep valuation, discussions may include makeweight deals, where a player exchange could sweeten the agreement. Brighton’s keen interest at this juncture opens the door to exploring various scenarios that could benefit both clubs in finalizing the transfer.

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 may be in line for player boost as Black Cats wait on £30m Celtic decision

29/05/2024 Raymond 0

Sunderland may have received a significant potential boost regarding Dan Neil’s future at the club. The academy product has had another stellar season in the Championship, scoring four goals and assisting five in 42 league matches. Neil is contracted with Sunderland until the summer of 2026, but the club might consider selling him this summer, along with other talents like Anthony Patterson and Jack Clarke.

Recently promoted Southampton has shown interest in both Clarke and Neil after their victory over Leeds United in the Championship play-off final. The Saints have had their eye on Clarke for a while, and Russell Martin is reportedly a strong admirer of Neil. Despite this, Sunderland may have received a positive development regarding Neil’s future at the Stadium of Light. The question remains: Can Sunderland retain Dan Neil this summer?

There is no doubt about Neil’s quality and importance to Sunderland, as he continues to improve each season. Interest in the 22-year-old midfielder is inevitable, but Sunderland faces a difficult decision on whether to sell or keep him this summer. From the perspective of owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus, selling Neil could bring in a substantial transfer fee. With his contract expiring in a couple of years, this summer might be the optimal time to sell.