Striker pushes for January exit after talks with Aston Villa and Juventus. Jean-Philippe Mateta and his representatives have officially informed Crystal Palace of the striker’s desire to leave the club during the January transfer window. The French forward has already held talks with Aston Villa and Juventus, as interest in his services continues to grow across both the Premier League and Serie A. Sources indicate that Mateta is keen to secure a January move, with discussions now at a critical stage. However, the final decision rests with Crystal Palace, who must determine whether to sanction his departure midway through the…
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Lampard’s fearless Coventry revolution sparks top-flight interest. Former Chelsea and England midfielder Frank Lampard is attracting MAJOR interest from Premier League clubs, with Crystal Palace currently leading the race for his signature. Lampard has overseen a remarkable transformation at Coventry City, guiding the club from 17th place to the top of the Championship table in stunning fashion. His impact has gone beyond results, with Coventry now playing fearless, high-intensity football that has caught the attention of top-flight decision-makers. Sources close to the situation suggest that Crystal Palace are particularly impressed by Lampard’s bold tactical approach, which aligns closely with the…
Red Devils eye return of Nigerian midfielder to strengthen Champions League push. Manchester United have revived their interest in Nigeria international Wilfred Ndidi, who now captains Besiktas in Turkey, according to Sportblits.com. The Red Devils are reportedly seeking a short-term midfield solution to strengthen their squad and bolster their Champions League qualification hopes. “The Red Devils are considering signing a midfielder on loan to bolster their hopes of Champions League qualification. United have discussed Wilfred Ndidi, who is currently at Besiktas,” talkSPORT reported. Ndidi, who previously impressed during his six-year spell at Leicester City, was linked with a move to…
Former Super Eagles captain signs long-term deal after leaving Saudi club Al Kholood. Former Nigeria international William Troost-Ekong has completed a permanent move to Qatar Stars League side Al Ahli SC, according to reports from Sportblits.com. Al Ahli secured the services of the experienced centre-back from Saudi Pro League outfit Al Kholood, where Troost-Ekong spent the previous season. The Qatari club confirmed that the defender has signed a contract running until June 2028, underlining their long-term confidence in his experience and leadership at the back. Al Ahli officially announced Troost-Ekong’s arrival via a short message on their Instagram page, welcoming…
Nigerian forward joins Spartacus FC on loan from Slavia Prague for the remainder of the season. Hungarian club Nyíregyháza Spartacus FC have secured the services of former Flying Eagles striker Muhammad Tijani on a loan deal for the remainder of the season. The 25-year-old forward joins Spartacus from Czech First Division side Slavia Prague, where he has spent the last three seasons on various loan spells. Tijani was previously loaned to English club Plymouth Argyle during the 2024/25 season and spent last season at Sigma Olomouc on a one-year loan deal. A former Flying Eagles international, Tijani represented Nigeria at…
18-year-old centre-back signs from NPFL champions Remo Stars on a deal until 2027. Leeds United have announced the signing of Nigerian defender Leonard Ngenge, according to Sportblits.com. The 18-year-old centre-back joins the Whites from Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Remo Stars, signing a contract that runs until the end of the 2026/27 season. Ngenge made the move to Remo Stars from Ikorodu City at the start of the current season, making seven appearances across all competitions before securing the switch to England. The youngster has also been part of Nigeria’s squad for the 2024 African Nations Championship, co-hosted by…
Nerazzurri poised to trigger €15m buy clause after standout loan spell from Manchester City. Inter Milan are ready to make Manuel Akanji’s loan move from Manchester City permanent at the end of the 2025/26 season. Since joining the Nerazzurri on loan last summer, Akanji has quickly become a cornerstone of Inter’s defence, impressing with his versatility and tactical intelligence. According to Fabrizio Romano, via FCInter1908, Inter plan to activate the €15m buy clause in June to secure the 30-year-old on a long-term deal. Akanji has featured in 19 Serie A matches this season and is included in Inter’s squad for…
Barcelona goalkeeper to gain playing time in La Liga stint. Marc-André Ter Stegen has officially joined Girona on loan until the end of the 2025/26 season. The move, confirmed by the club on Tuesday, allows the Barcelona goalkeeper to secure regular first-team action in La Liga. Ter Stegen, 33, has struggled for consistent playing time at Camp Nou this season. The loan deal provides an opportunity for him to stay match-fit and maintain top-level form ahead of potential future plans at Barcelona or elsewhere. Girona will benefit from the experience and leadership of the veteran goalkeeper as they push for…
Serie A club set to pursue youngster as Madrid plot strategic loan deal. Inter Milan are preparing to make a move for Real Madrid youngster Franco Mastantuono in the upcoming summer transfer window, according to reports from Calciomercato. The Serie A side is expected to offer the 20-year-old regular playing time, as Madrid look to accelerate his development. Los Blancos reportedly want a loan arrangement similar to the one they struck with Como for Nico Paz, which would include a buy-back clause. This deal would allow Mastantuono to gain top-flight experience in Italy while keeping Madrid’s long-term interests protected. The…
Uche Moses, Henry Ezeonye and top scorer Ebuka Nwokorie switch sides in relegation battle. Barau FC have completed a stunning triple swoop in the Nigeria Premier Football League, snapping up Uche Moses, Henry Ezeonye and leading scorer Ebuka Nwokorie from relegation rivals Kun Khalifat FC. The Owerri-based side have been dealt a significant blow by the departures, with the trio forming the backbone of Kun Khalifat’s attack this season. Between them, Moses, Ezeonye and Nwokorie accounted for 11 of the club’s 16 goals, underlining the scale of the loss. For Barau FC, the signings represent a major boost as they…