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Many West Ham United fans are reacting as it looks like the club still might look to sign Joshua King from Championship outfit AFC Bournemouth.

According to reliable source @ExWHUemployee, King’s wage demands are no way near as high as first thought. The Irons bid £13m before and it is thought that £18m should secure him if they want to acquire him.

King has scored 50 goals in his 171 appearances for the Cherries , per Transfermarkt, including 48 in the Premier League. This highlights that he would seemingly be a good option to bolster the attack for West Ham, who have enjoyed a fantastic run of form in their last couple of league matches, outscoring Wolves and Leicester by a combined score of 7-0.

It is also a positive that his wage demands may not be an issue after all, so this should encourage the club to make a move for the player before Friday’s domestic deadline.

The possible transfer has received a very mixed reaction from a lot of the Irons fan base though, with plenty of fans believing the swoop is a bit expensive for a player who is 29 years-old and in the last year of his contract.

Here is how West Ham fans reacted upon hearing the transfer update:

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Manchester City have had an official bid of £41million accepted for Bournemouth’s Nathan Ake.

The former Premier League champions have already started their spending for the summer window by potentially giving the Dutchman a one-way ticket out of the Championship. However, Chelsea have the power to rain on Pep Guardiola’s parade due to a clause inserted into Ake’s deal when he left Stamford Bridge in 2017 (via talkSPORT).

According to the update, part of the defender’s move to Bournemouth included allowing Chelsea to consider re-signing him before he moved to a new club. With Man City and the Cherries agreed on a £41m deal, they must first give Frank Lampard and Co the option to match the offer.

Therefore, Ake will not officially become part of Guardiola’s squad until Chelsea decide whether they want to bring their former man back to Stamford Bridge.

There’s a good chance Lampard may see a future in West London for the Dutch international, who spent four years as a Chelsea player but spent three seasons on loan with multiple clubs (via Transfermarkt).

The Blues are looking to strengthen their defensive options ahead of next season and Ake could be an attractive target to Lampard who hasn’t settled on a centre-back partnership this term. The 42-year-old has chopped and changed the heart of his defence throughout the 2019/20 season, with no particular combination seeming to impress him.

Ake of course left Chelsea before Lampard’s tenure, so the former Blue could be interested in bringing him back to the Bridge and getting him involved in his exciting West London project.

Do you think Chelsea should re-sign Nathan Ake? Have your say in the comments below…

The Athletic’s Phil Hay has claimed that Leeds’ ongoing battle with RB Leipzig over Jean-Kevin Augustin could end up with FIFA or in an arbitration process.

What did he say?

The Frenchman joined the Whites back in the January transfer window on an initial loan deal, with German publication Bild claiming that Marcelo Bielsa’s side had an obligation to sign him for £18m after securing promotion to the Premier League.

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Now, Hay has admitted that the whole situation has become complicated, and that this could well head towards a major legal battle. He said: “For what it’s worth, Leeds insist the dispute over Augustin won’t affect their budget or their transfer plans in this window but it’s a bit of a tangle to say the least. Sources at Leipzig tell us that Leeds are trying to avoid paying on the basis that the contract stated Augustin should be signed if Leeds were promoted before the start of June.

“Leipzig argue that, in good faith, that should be taken to mean the end of the season (which was obviously delayed by COVID). But Leeds and Bielsa do not want to take Augustin. This could well end up with FIFA or in an arbitration process.”

Can’t blame Victor Orta

Whilst it may not be “good faith” from Leeds to sign Augustin, particularly if they did have an obligation to buy, you can’t blame Victor Orta and co in wanting to renege on that initial agreement.

The striker hardly featured for Bielsa’s side, playing just three times in the Championship, totaling only 48 minutes. Committing £18m on a player like that when the Whites want to be efficient with their money as possible in this current financial climate just simply wouldn’t be good business.

So if there is a way for Leeds to walk away from the deal, and avoid having to pay a decent chunk of money to sign the Frenchman, then it’s an avenue they are more than entitled to explore.

Tottenham Hotspur have a new saga emerging this week after Lille sporting director Luis Campos requested to leave the Ligue 1 outfit early, according to reports in France.

Many supporters are desperate to see the talent-spotter link up with Jose Mourinho again but a fresh update from the reliable Fabrizio Romano fails to provide much encouragement.

The Italian football journalist responded to one fan’s question on Twitter with the following news…

And it has led to many reacting on social media.

Campos is the man responsible for unearthing stars such as Kylian Mbappe, Anthony Martial, Fabinho and Nicolas Pepe. He also worked as a scout under Mourinho at Real Madrid several years ago.

The fellow Portuguese is known for finding gems at a low cost, which could be ideal for Spurs given the Evening Standard claiming that the north Londoners will only be able to operate in the free transfer and swap deal market this summer.

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Mourinho already poached an assistant manager and goalkeeping coach from Lille, could he do the same with Campos? Much of the Spurs fanbase hope so.

Here’s what has been said…

AND in other news, Spurs fans unleash fury as Serge Aurier breaks lockdown…

Key Information about Boundary Park

Boundary Park is the home of Greater Manchester football club Oldham Athletic. It first opened back in 1904 and was renovated in 2014.

The historic stadium holds a capacity of just over 15,000 and comprises six stands; the George Hill Main Stand, the Zen Office Stand, the Joe Royle Stand, and the Jimmy Frizzell Stand.

A history of Boundary Park

Boundary Park originally opened in 1896 and it was first known as the Athletic Ground for the Latics first professional football club – Oldham County FC. However, the town’s first club did not last more than three years, and Oldham Athletic AFC (Pine Villa FC) took over as new tenants of the ground.

From 1904, the Latics have played all of their home games at the newly built ground. Oldham Athletic RLFC is a Rugby League club, and they moved from their previous home of Watersheddings and moved in with the Latics in 1997 where they ground shared for four years until 2001, and a second time from 2003-09. In 2009, the Latics decided that they did not want to ground share with the Rugby League club, subsequently, they moved out at the end of their season.

In April 2013, the Oldham Borough Council confirmed the clubs planning approval for the new North Stand. The proposal was for the new stand to seat 2,671 fans as well as a health and fitness suite, bar for supporters, and facilities for stadium events. The main stand in Boundary Park has not been developed to hold more spectators since the ground was built in 1904.

The record crowd at Boundary Park is 47,671 and this massive record was set in 1930 during an FA Cup tie between Oldham and Sheffield Wednesday. At the time, the stadium was not all-seater and could hold many more spectators than it does today. The grounds first artificial pitch was installed in 1986 to enhance greater income for the football club. Boundary Park is incredibly the third-highest standing stadium in the whole of England, at 509 feet above sea level.

Oldham Athletic have recently agreed a new deal to purchase Boundary Park after a court case which could have seen the club enter administration was adjourned. The club’s owner, Abdallah Lemsagam has a six-week time frame to pay off the clubs outstanding debt which is a six-figure sum.

Tickets to Watch Oldham Athletic at Boundary Park

Early bird season ticket prices for next season (20/21) stand at £270 for adults which works out to be just £11.70 per game.

Over-65s and under-21s can purchase a season ticket for a discounted £160 (students with valid ID), under-18s can buy one for £48, and under-12s can go free with a full paying adult.

Matchday tickets are available through Ticketmaster, and are priced between £10 (under-18s) to £20 (adults) – family tickets are also available for £22, and this includes one adult and one junior under-18.

Related Links

https://www.oldhamathletic.co.uk/ – Official website of Oldham Athletic

https://www.eticketing.co.uk/oafc/ – Oldham Athletic Ticket Office

According to The Transfer Window Podcast, Manchester United have been offered Aaron Ramsey as part of a deal that would see Paul Pogba return to Juventus.

The Frenchman has barely featured for United this season, making just eight appearances amid a spate of mysterious ankle injuries, and appears to be on his way out of Old Trafford with The Daily Star claiming United are prepared to sell to Real Madrid at £100m.

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The Transfer Window Podcast has taken a slightly different approach, suggesting Pogba could return to former club Juventus with the Old Lady offering former Arsenal star Ramsey as a makeweight in a player plus cash deal.

Unsurprisingly, the claim has got Red Devils fans on Twitter talking after it was re-posted by @UtdReport, with the majority seemingly against the idea of Ramsey arriving in exchange for the United midfielder.

Here’s a look at what they’ve been saying on social media…

Jack Stobbs has tweeted his gratitude to his boyhood club after it was announced he would be leaving Sheffield Wednesday.

The 23-year-old found out earlier this month that his time at Hillsborough had come to an end and he is currently playing a ‘waiting game’ as he looks to move onto pastures new.

Speaking to The Star, Stobbs said: “As players we were doing so well, but fully understood the huge leap between U23s football and first-team football in the Championship. It doesn’t always work out like that, and that’s just the way football is sometimes.”

The long-time Wednesdayite was part of the U23 Owls side that won the Professional Development League Northern and National titles in the 2016/17 term. Stobbs played just three matches in Wednesday colours on the Championship stage (via Transfermarkt).

Many Owls fans have taken to Twitter to send their best wishes to the versatile forward, with many ‘disappointed’ to see him leave. One supporter has said ‘I’m gutted’ as they reflect on the years he has spent at the club.

Wednesday fans, would you have liked to see Stobbs break into the first team, or will he fare better at another club? Join the conversation in the comments…

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Speaking on ITV (as quoted by The Express), Manchester United legend Roy Keane has claimed Marcus Rashford looks like he is “back to his best”.

What did he say?

The 22-year-old has been in sparkling form in recent weeks for the Red Devils, scoring three goals and providing a further assist in his previous four Premier League games.

And on Thursday night, he took that new-found confidence into international duty with England, scoring for the Three Lions in their demolition of Montenegro.

After seeing Rashford’s impressive goal-scoring display, Keane hailed the forward and suggested that any criticism targeted at him is a sign that he is a good player.

He said (as quoted by The Express): “He looks like he has got his confidence back, I think in the last month or so. And what players have to remember, when we’ve been criticising them before, there’s a compliment in there because we believe he’s a really good player. His confidence is up and running again and he looks back to his best.”

Hot streak

What a remarkable turnaround. After going through a drought of scoring just once in a period of seven league games, Rashford just can’t stop finding the back of the net in recent weeks. Anthony Martial’s return from injury has given him the chance to play from the left, and that has proven to be an undoubted catalyst for his upturn in form.

And on Thursday, with Harry Kane leading the line for England, Rashford could once again start from the left-flank. If Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen on keeping up the £200k-a-week star’s current hot streak at Old Trafford, then he would do well to consistently play him in the position that has seen him deliver the most this season.

According to The People (17/11 Via Leeds Live), Leeds United are interested in signing Birmingham City stopper David Stockdale.

These reports are easy to believe as this isn’t the first time that United have shown an interest in the former Brighton goalkeeper, and the last time the Yorkshire club showed an interest in him fans were rather excited by the idea.

However, is signing Stockdale still a good idea two years on?

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The goalkeeper has undoubtedly declined quite a lot since leaving Brighton as he’s fallen down the pecking order at St Andrew’s to the point where he was sent out on loan to Southend United in League One.

He didn’t fare all that well in the division, conceding five goals in three appearances.

Leeds may need a goalkeeper in the near future as Kiko Casilla faces a lengthy ban if he is found guilty of racially abusing Jonathan Leko, but is the 34-year-old the right man for the job?

We asked our team of writers to give their verdicts on Leeds potentially signing the goalie.

Lewis Blain

“Leeds can do no wrong with the signing of David Stockdale. It seems more than likely that Kiko Casilla is faced with a lengthy ban for racial abuse. The depth behind their number one is scarily short and ultimately hugely inexperienced with Illan Meslier and Kamil Miazek. Stockdale resolves both issues.

“He has played 234 times in the Championship, where he has also kept 72 clean sheets. As a two-time runner-up in the division, he knows exactly what is required to succeed which will aid Leeds’ ambition to return to the top-flight at long last.

“This could be potentially season-defining. Casilla has contributed so greatly to Marcelo Bielsa’s side possessing the best defence in the league, this ban could seriously scupper that and in turn damage their quest for the Premier League.

“Having a man that’s been through it all as backup and soon to be likely number one just makes the world of sense.”

Vijievan Jeevathayalan

“A move for David Stockdale sounds like a no-brainer. Leeds are facing the very real prospect of first-choice goalkeeper Kiko Casilla being out for a number of games, and asking a 19-year-old in Illan Meslier to step up, is risky business indeed.

“Marcelo Bielsa’s side desperately need an experienced option who can be an effective stop-gap until Casilla eventually makes his return, and Stockdale certainly fits the bill.

“The 34-year-old has been around the proverbial block and has even made 39 appearances at Premier League level in his long career.

“Signing him would reassure the Leeds back-line that they have a reliable shot-stopper behind them, and allow the rest of the team to focus on the main objective at hand: promotion. It’s a move that makes perfect sense.”

Jonathan Radcliffe

“There are arguments both for and against Stockdale moving to Leeds. On the good side, he is an accomplished shot-stopper with plenty of experience.

“He has a career average save percentage of 71.3%, which is not to be sniffed at, whilst he also has a number of Premier League appearances to his name.

“However, Marcelo Bielsa places a lot of emphasis on building from the back, as you can see with Kiko Casilla’s 76.6% pass accuracy. Stockdale, meanwhile, has never managed above 63.5% in a campaign and, considering his age – he is 34 – it is likely far too late to teach this old dog new tricks.

“All in all, Bielsa and co should swerve this deal. There are better all-round options out there that would jump at the chance to move to Elland Road.”

Charles Jones

“I think that Leeds shouldn’t even be thinking about signing David Stockdale.

“The Blues goalkeeper has declined at an unbelievable rate over the past few seasons to the point where he can’t even get in the Birmingham team over Lee Camp.

“His performances declined to the point where he actually had to apologise to Birmingham City supporters after conceding five goals against Brentford, and if you dig out the highlights from that game you’ll see that an apology simply wasn’t good enough. Stockdale could cost Leeds points on his own, so they should steer well clear of signing the 34-year-old stopper.”

Real Madrid managed to survive their trip to Turkey in the Champions League and tallied a narrow 1-0 victory over Galatasaray.

Seeing how their start to their European campaign was far from ideal, having lost and drawn their first two games, the result will have come as a huge boost for Zinedine Zidane’s troops.

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And one player that had a big hand in that triumph was definitely their young Castilla product, Federico Valverde.

The 21-year-old midfielder started alongside Toni Kroos and Casemiro in midfield and he did not disappoint.

In fact, his display prompted loads of Real Madrid fans to swarm social media and Twitter with various comments of praise and messages of support.

Many called him the future of the club and a joy to watch.

It seems that the young midfielder is slowly but surely winning the hearts of the Madridistas.

You can see some of their replies and opinions down in the collection of tweets below.

Check them out…