Newcastle United in multi-club battle for 17-year-old German sensation

09/04/2024 Raymond 0

According to Florian Plettenberg, Newcastle United is interested in acquiring the services of Assan Ouedraogo. The 17-year-old midfielder has garnered attention from multiple top clubs, but the Magpies are prepared to compete for his signature. Ouedraogo, who rose through Schalke’s youth ranks, has impressed despite limited playing time in his debut season for the first team. While Bayern Munich has made an offer, Ouedraogo is hesitant due to uncertainties about the club’s managerial future, presenting an opportunity for other interested clubs like RB Leipzig, Frankfurt, Atalanta, and AS Roma. Despite the competition, Newcastle is ready to battle for Ouedraogo’s signature, highlighting their determination to secure his talents.

Sunderland could now look to ‘fabulous’ 24-year-old as Jack Clarke replacement

13/03/2024 Raymond 0

According to a pundit, Sunderland is contemplating signing a 24-year-old winger as a potential replacement for Jack Clarke, whose departure from the club seems imminent. Clarke has gained recognition for his performances in the Championship over the past couple of seasons, amassing impressive statistics of 24 goals and 16 assists in 80 appearances for the Black Cats since their promotion in 2022. This remarkable form has garnered interest from several Premier League clubs, and it’s widely anticipated that Clarke will depart Wearside in the upcoming summer transfer window. Despite having two years remaining on his contract, Sunderland’s chances of retaining him appear slim, especially given their current position after a streak of six consecutive defeats, effectively ruling out any hopes of securing promotion to the top flight.

Mikel Arteta names Arsenal star who made him ‘mad’ last season

28/12/2023 Raymond 0

Mikel Arteta expressed regret for not signing Declan Rice earlier, praising the England international’s impressive performance against Arsenal last season. Despite Arsenal spending £105m to acquire Rice from West Ham in the summer, Arteta acknowledged the challenge of managing the weight of such a significant price tag. He commended Rice’s ability to carry that burden with grace, describing his approach as brilliant.