Category: World News
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Lookman left Out of Atalanta’s league opener amid PSG transfer talks
Ademola Lookman has been omitted from Atalanta’s squad for their Serie A opener against Lecce on Monday amidst rumors of a potential transfer to Paris Saint-Germain, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international reportedly asked to be left out of the squad, fueling speculation about his future with the club. This development comes as Atalanta is…
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Chelsea to pursue Osimhen and Lukaku deals separately
Chelsea have decided to negotiate deals for Victor Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku separately, after initial attempts to discuss a swap deal between the two strikers stalled, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Blues will now focus on selling Lukaku to Napoli on a permanent basis, with personal terms already agreed upon. Meanwhile,…
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Chukwueze: Why I struggled in my first season in Milan
Nigeria winger, Samuel Chukwueze has revealed that arriving late for pre-season training hindered his chances of establishing himself at AC Milan during his first season with the club, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 25 year-old joined the Rossoneri from Villarreal last summer but struggled to break into the starting lineup, making only 26 league appearances and scoring…
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Transfer Talk: PSG open talks with Man United for Sancho
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions The summer transfer window is open! Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals! TOP STORY: Sancho may be key to Man Utd’s Ugarte chase Paris Saint-Germain are holding talks with Manchester United about a move for forward Jadon Sancho, according to…
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Hayes: U.S. defender Girma ‘best I’ve ever seen’
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions LYON, France — The forwards on the United States women’s national team have gotten much of the attention during the run to the Olympic gold medal game, but Naomi Girma — the ever-present force in the heart of the team’s defense — might be the team’s most important player. Without Girma’s…
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Osimhen resumes training after minor set back
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen has resumed full training after week of absence due to injury, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 25 year-old on his return from the summer break was reported to have a slight knock which has ruled him out of the early preparation for the new season. Napoli under new coach, Antonio Conte has been…
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Fonseca praises Chukwueze’s pre-season form
AC Milan manager Paulo Fonseca has expressed his delight with Samuel Chukwueze’s improving performances, following a promising start to pre-season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria international, who struggled to make an impact last season after joining from Villarreal has impressed in Milan’s friendlies against Manchester City and Real Madrid. Chukwueze provided two assists against Manchester City…
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Chelsea receive boost in pursuit of Osimhen as Napoli open to sale
Chelsea’s search for a top-class striker has been given a significant lift, with Napoli reportedly willing to consider selling Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen had previously agreed to join Paris Saint-Germain, but with negotiations between the French giants and Napoli stalling, the Nigerian international’s future is now uncertain. Renowned journalist, Fabrizio Romano’s update suggested that…
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Martino: Suárez knee issues ‘week-by-week’
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions Inter Miami head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino has acknowledged that Luis Suárez constantly suffers from an inflamed knee and has to work through pain “week by week” to be able to feature for the Herons throughout the campaign. Suárez didn’t play in the MLS All Star match as the team claimed…
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Napoli Director: Management made mistake not selling Osimhen last summer
Napoli director, Mauro Moliso, has conceded that the Serie A club made an error in not selling Victor Osimhen last summer, despite significant interest from top European teams, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen’s impressive performances in the 2022/23 season, which included 26 goals in 32 league appearances, sparked widespread interest in the striker. However, Napoli in trying…
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Self-confidence: Okoye reveals secrets behind impressive Udinese form
Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has attributed his impressive displays for Udinese last season to self-confidence and the expertise of the club’s goalkeeping coach, Sergio Macron, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Okoye, who initially played backup to Marco Silvestri, eventually established himself as Udinese’s first-choice goalkeeper and played a crucial role in the team’s survival on the final day…
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Napoli president offers PSG discount on his star striker
Napoli president, Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly willing to give Paris Saint-Germain a marginal discount on star striker Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Partenopei are eager to sell the Nigerian forward this summer to fund reinforcements for Antonio Conte’s new project. However, no club has yet matched Osimhen’s €130 million release clause, delaying the potential…
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More money: Osimhen agrees to €14Million salary from PSG
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen is poised to secure a substantial salary increase at Paris Saint-Germain, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international and PSG have reportedly agreed to a lucrative five-year deal worth €14 million monthly, marking a notable rise from his current salary at Napoli. Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda, according to Tuttosport, recently conducted negotiations in…
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Atalanta set €70m price tag on Lookman
Serie A outfit, Atalanta have slapped a €70m price tag on star forward, Ademola Lookman amid interest from Saudi Arabia and Premier League clubs, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria international, who impressed in Atalanta’s UEFA Europa League final win over Bayer Leverkusen, scoring a hat-trick, is reportedly wanted by several top-flight English clubs. Atalanta according to…
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Sampdoria sign Nigerian youngster, Akinsanmiro on loan
Serie B club Sampdoria have confirmed the loan signing of Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro from Serie A champions Inter Milan, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 19-year-old, who joined Inter Milan from Remo Stars in January 2023, made one league appearance for the European giants. Sampdoria have secured the option to purchase Akinsanmiro permanently next summer, while Inter…
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Osimhen sits out of Conte’s first pre-season friendly
Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen was in the stands while Napoli thrashed local side 4-0 in a friendly on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The pre-season tie against Anaune Val Di Non was Napoli’s new appointed manager, Antonio Conte first opportunity to see the players in full strides. Star striker, Osimhen who was initially listed for the game…
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Fresh Update: Paris Saint-German in advance talks with Osimhen
Ligue 1 champion, Paris Saint-Germain are advancing in talks with Victor Osimhen’s representatives for a possible move away from Italy, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen although recently extended his years on his contract with Napoli until 2026, but the with a release clause of €130m. With Napoli insisting on the huge sum, suitors like Arsenal, Manchester United…
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Transfers: Akinsanmiro secures a loan move to Sampdoria
Nigerian youngster, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro is set to complete a season-long loan move to Serie B side Sampdoria from Inter Milan, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Sampdoria have the option to buy Ebenezer the end of the 2024/25 season, while Inter Milan have inserted a buy-back clause in the contract. Akinsanmiro joined Inter from Remo Stars in 2023 and…
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Dele-Bashiru scores twice as Lazio thrash Auronzo in friendly
Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru made an impressive debut for Lazio, scoring twice and providing an assist as the Serie A side thrashed Auronzo 23-0 in a pre-season friendly, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 23-year-old, who joined Lazio on a season-long loan from Hatayspor two weeks ago, achieved the feat within 15 minutes of his debut. Dele-Bashiru scored…