Which is why INEOS are open to moving on big-name players including previously considered untouchable academy graduates like Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho as their sales would constitute pure profit. The Argentine’s future remains up in the air as he does not seem to be a natural fit in Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 system with Chelsea and Napoli chasing his signature. While United’s co-owners are unlikely to strengthen a direct domestic rival, which means the Serie A giants are in pole position and can potentially land the 20-year-old should they match United’s asking price. Napoli agree Garnacho deal So far, they have agreed personal terms with the…
Author: Kawalya Innocent
WOLVES will fight off interest in Joao Gomes from Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool – for now at least. The Brazil midfielder has plenty of admirers in England and Europe after an impressive first half of the Premier League season. Gomes, 23, has started all but one of Wolves’ top-flight games and has been a standout performer along with forward Matheus Cunha. Wanderers are moving to tie Cunha to a new deal and are determined to hold on to both Brazilians in this transfer window as they look to build on the improvement under new boss Vitor Pereira. Gomes’ value will only continue to…
Borussia Dortmund are closing in on a deal to sell Donyell Malen to Aston Villa, with recent reports claiming that the Premier League side have made a new offer for the Dutchman that is closer to the asking price of €30 million. If Malen were to leave, Brentford’s Kevin Schade could fill the void he would leave, according to Sky Germany. The German media outlet claims that the Black and Yellows have made an approach to the German winger’s management, but no negotiations have taken place between the clubs. Brentford are likely to demand around €40 million for Schade, who moved to England…
The Munich club is ready to activate the €100 million release clause for the Sporting forward, who is also on Manchester United’s radar. Viktor Gyokeres, one of the most sought-after players in this transfer window, has caught the attention of Bayern Munich. According to reports from the English newspaper ‘Daily Star’, the German club has already initiated negotiations with the forward’s representatives from Sporting. Another European giant interested in acquiring the Norwegian is Manchester United. Despite his positive relationship with Ruben Amorim, the coach who could facilitate his move to United, the 26-year-old Gyokeres is reportedly hesitant due to the challenges…
Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran is being linked with a £60m move away from Villa Park after two European giants reportedly registered their interest. Duran, 21, has enjoyed an exciting campaign so far under Unai Emery, netting 12 times in all competitions. He had earned the ‘super sub’ tag earlier in the season after netting winners against Everton and West Ham United, as well as an important goal against Leicester City off the bench He has managed to score regularly and boasts the best goal-to-minute ratio in the Premier League ahead of Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah and across all competitions, scoring a…
Kitara FC will journey from Hoima to Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo, on Sunday to face Wakiso Giants as they aim to extend their unbeaten run and solidify their position in the league. The Royals are riding high on a five-match unbeaten streak and have accumulated 17 points, marking a remarkable turnaround since the appointment of coach Wasswa Bbosa. Their recent exploits include a resilient performance against Kenyan heavyweights Gor Mahia in an international friendly, further boosting their confidence ahead of this fixture. In contrast, Wakiso Giants, under the stewardship of former Ugandan internationals Steven Bengo and Tony Mawejje, find themselves in…
Mbale Heroes have named Mubarak Wamboya Abu as their interim head coach following the suspension of Asaph Mwebaze. Mwebaze was suspended last week for 28 days over alleged indiscipline, according to a statement released by the club. Wamboya, who previously managed Gaddafi FC and Onduparaka FC, will take charge of the team for the remaining two fixtures of the league’s first round. “Mbale Heroes is pleased to announce the appointment of Mubarak Wamboya Abu as the interim head coach for the remaining two games of the season after the suspension of our head coach Asaph Mwebaze,” the statement read. The…
The Uganda Cranes CHAN team has wrapped up their final preparations ahead of the decisive second-leg encounter against Burundi in the CHAN 2024 Qualifiers. The much-anticipated match is set to kick off at 6 PM today, Sunday, December 29, at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo. Uganda’s head coach, Paul Put, stressed the importance of maintaining squad consistency while addressing areas for improvement identified after the first-leg match. “We’ve carefully reviewed the team’s performance in the first leg and pinpointed aspects that need refinement. Our focus is on enhancing our overall gameplay without disrupting the team’s balance,” said Put. He added, “Introducing major…
Mbale Heroes Football Club has terminated the services of head coach Asaph Mwebaze, citing allegations of professional misconduct and unethical behavior. The decision was announced in an official statement dated December 27, 2024, following a series of complaints from fans and club leadership. The club accused Mwebaze of actions that violated its professional standards and threatened its reputation. Among the allegations leveled against Mwebaze were public attacks on the club’s top leadership and fans via social media platforms such as X (formerly Twitter). Additionally, he allegedly engaged in inappropriate exchanges within fan WhatsApp groups and verbally clashed with supporters, further…
Denis Omedi’s audacious Rabona goal has claimed third place in the 2024 FIFA Best Goals rankings, earning the Ugandan forward international acclaim. Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho won the prestigious 2024 FIFA Puskás Award for his breathtaking bicycle kick against Everton. The Argentine’s stunning strike, scored in November 2023 at Goodison Park, was hailed as the best goal in world football for the year. Garnacho secured the award with 26 points, edging out Yassine Benzia’s impressive goal against South Africa, which finished second. The FIFA Puskás Award, named in honor of legendary Hungarian striker Ferenc Puskás, recognizes the most spectacular…