West Ham

£80k-a-week: Sunderland AFC’s highest earner from the last 8 seasons

19/03/2024 Raymond 0

Throughout his illustrious career, Defoe was renowned for his ability to find the back of the net consistently. His journey began at West Ham in 2000, where he quickly showcased his goal-scoring prowess, particularly during a prolific loan spell at AFC Bournemouth, where he notched an impressive 13 goals in his first 12 matches in the third tier. Subsequently, his impressive performances earned him a move to Tottenham Hotspur in 2004, where he amassed over 100 goals across two separate spells, interrupted by a brief stint at Portsmouth from 2008 to 2009. During this time, he established himself as one of the Premier League’s most lethal strikers.

Erik ten Hag praises Casemiro for his impact on Man Utd youngster Kobbie Mainoo and reveals the pair ‘have a bond’ as they prepare to face Aston Villa

11/02/2024 Raymond 0

Despite this optimism, United finds themselves trailing Aston Villa by eight points in the race for a coveted Champions League spot, a fact that manager ten Hag openly acknowledges. While emphasizing the importance of Champions League qualification, ten Hag admits that integrating young talent into a team striving for success can be challenging, especially considering the club’s recent struggles. Nevertheless, he expresses confidence in the abilities of emerging talents like Mainoo, whose recruitment occurred amidst less than ideal circumstances.