Gossip: Norwich keen on Blackburn winger Dolan

Blackburn Rovers winger Tyrhys Dolan has drawn interest from Norwich City and Scottish giants Celtic and Rangers with the 23-year-old's contract at Ewood Park set to expire this summer. (Football League World), external
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31 minutes ago

• Daily Record

Will Max Aarons spell Rangers end for Tavernier, Kuhn's true worth and how the Souttar saga should have been handled

Join our team every Friday for a mix of serious debate and a lighter look at the major sporting events Game On! Got two minutes? Well that's all you'll need for Record Sport's podcast which sees the expert panel discuss all the big issues in Scottish sport and beyond - in handy bitesize chunks. ‌ We will debate all the major global sporting topics in a fast-paced manner as the team gets their points across before the whistle blows. The handy segments of the show mean there's no waffling on, we get straight to the point and you can get your fix in a quick and easy manner. ‌ Game On, which is available now on Youtube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts, airs every Friday and this week Michael Gannon and Gavin Berry passionately debate the big talking points. Our expert panel discusses all the big issues in Scottish sport and beyond - in handy bitesize chunks. This week the top team discuss whether Celtic should cash in on Nicolas Kuhn and whether the £15million RB Leipzig are reportedly looking to pay is a fair price and James Tavernier's future with the imminent arrival of Max Aarons. You won't regret taking two minutes out of your day to enjoy it. Here's just a flavour of it. You can watch the full podcast in the player above, or listen here. Is the reported £15million a fair price for Nicolas Kuhn and should Celtic cash in? GB: If Celtic were to receive an offer of £15m I think you would take it. ‌ MG: Yeah? This is a guy who was a shoo-in for Player of the Year up until January. GB: That's the key thing - up until January. He's been there for 18 months and had a purple patch. He's been hot for a third of his time at Celtic. Bought for £3.5m, off the boil at the end of the season. If Celtic want to get more than £15m you have to be sure he's going to get back to the blistering level of the start of last season and there's no guarantees of that. MG: I don't think he's maximised his value yet. It would be hard to get £15m just now but they could get more down the line. The key is to get him to be more consistent but you have to cut him some slack and I don't think his fall off in the second half of the season was that bad. He was still good at times. He had a phenomenal performance away to Bayern Munich. We know he's a player. Celtic shouldn't be looking to sell him unless he's got itchy feet. ‌ Has John Souttar put his Rangers career in jeopardy by delaying surgery to play for Scotland? MG: I don't think he's put it in jeopardy. The reality is John Souttar is a very good footballer, a good defender, really solid but he has had his issues with injuries. He's done amazing to come back from three career-threatening injuries. Rangers needed two central defenders for the season anyway - you have to think Robin Propper will go as well - and this slightly strange situation has expedited that. Who is to blame for this? I find the timing of the surgery a bit strange and narrowing the the time of recovery. GB: I have to say Russell Martin has spoken about it and said he will be fit for Panathinaikos. And that it was very much John Souttar who was desperate to play for Scotland. I'm not sure Rangers fans will agree those games were important enough. ‌ The other thing is Scotland have huge World Cup qualifiers in September - is it not better he's in peak physical condition for those games? MG: All parties will look back on this and think it was silly. John should have said after the Bilbao game he wanted in sharpish to get back, the club should have said that and Steve Clarke should have said he didn't need him for friendlies against Finland and Liechtenstein as he knows what he can do. ‌ Is there a future for the FIFA Club World Cup in the current format? MG: I've liked a few of the games but Bayern Munich v Auckland City... the poor goalkeeper for Auckland is a forklift driver and could have done with one to lift the ball out the back of the net. GB: I picked up a coupon in the bookies and Bayern were 1/1000 and I'd never seen odds like it. I had to watch the game to see if it was as one-sided - and it was! (10-0). But there are quality sides outside of the Big Five leagues in Europe. We live in this Champions League bubble and think nothing exists outside of UEFA. ‌ MG: Did you see Real Madrid vs Al-Hilal? I was really impressed with them. They've spent a few quid but you watch them and think they could do some damage to some of our teams. GB: There is potential. There has to be changes. When in the season should we play it? Should the domestic season finish earlier or the new one start later? Bin League Cup games in a lot of these countries. Listen to Record Sport's newest podcast, Game On, every Friday for your sporting fix, all in bitesize chunks.

Scottish Sun

37 minutes ago

• Scottish Sun

‘He could come in and hurt us' – Rangers hero Ally McCoist opens up on the potential Celtic signing he fears most

Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ALLY McCoist says he's a 'big fan' of a Celtic-linked player, calling him 'one to watch'. Talk of a huge move for the highly rated youngster has persisted for some time since his Premier League breakthrough. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Rangers hero Ally McCoist has discussed a Celtic-linked player he's a 'big fan' of Credit: Getty 2 He thinks Ireland and Brighton striker Evan Ferguson could 'hurt' Rangers Credit: Sportsfile Brighton striker Evan Ferguson, most recently on loan at West Ham, has previously been on trial with the Hoops but nothing ever came of it. But the 20-year-old's name has remained in the frame for a potential Parkhead loan deal, as well as attracting interest from English giants Arsenal. And Rangers hero Ally McCoist has glowed over the Irishman, speaking about him in Dublin as he took part in a 555-mile charity cycle. He said: 'I'm a fan. Oh aye. 'I want him to get fit. I really like Evan Ferguson and I really want him to get fit and stay fit." He has had a few mostly minor injuries keeping him in and out of the squad, as well as a bigger issue that saw him crocked from April last year to the beginning of the following season. McCoist continued: 'He can finish. Out of all the younger ones coming through, I thought Evan Ferguson was the one to watch. 'Obviously he's got one or two injuries going on that have held him back a bit, but if he keeps himself fit he will score goals anywhere. 'The unfortunate thing for my mob is, he could come in and hurt us. Definitely. "It wouldn't surprise me at all. I'm a big fan.' Ally McCoist confesses to 'horrendous' epic fail ahead of final day of Rangers legend's charity bike ride The ex-Gers player and manager's worry of a prolific derby goalscorer against his side comes as the Celts have struggled in the last few outings. The most recent was a 1-1 draw and the prior two ties ended in victory for the Ibrox side. However Celtic did win the League Cup final on penalties and last year's Scottish Cup final against their bitter rivals. The latter saw just one goal scored late on by Adam Idah, who would possibly fall out of the team if Evan Ferguson were to arrive. But McCoist believes the 24-year-old has done enough to earn praise despite some struggles. He said: 'He's done well. He has scored important goals. 'I think one thing you have got to do as an Old Firm centre forward is, sure, you have to get goals. 'But as an Old Firm centre-forward, you have got to score against Rangers. And if you are a centre-forward for Rangers you have got to score against Celtic. 'You have got to score important goals and Adam Idah has done that.' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page

The Sun

an hour ago

• The Sun

Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Onana to REJECT move to French giants, Mbeumo makes ‘U-TURN', Italians eye Sancho move

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However, if a good enough offer came in then the goalkeeper is not considered "untouchable". SunSport exclusively revealed last month that Onana is keen to fight for his place and prove critics wrong after high-profile errors. 20th Jun 2025, 09:33 By Alex Smith Palhinha's return Joao Palhinha could return to the Premier League just a year after leaving Fulham for Bayern Munich in a £47m switch. The Portuguese defensive midfielder struggled for minutes at Bayern, starting just six league matches. Palhinha, 29, has held talks with chiefs in Bavaria and is now seeking a move this summer. Man Utd could look to explore the possibility of a loan deal. He is known to Ruben Amorim as he managed him at Sporting Lisbon. 20th Jun 2025, 08:45 By Alex Smith Garna go? Man Utd are hoping a bidding war drives the price up for Alejandro Garnacho. Ruben Amorim is happy to sell him this summer as he has question marks over whether the Argentine suits his style of play. Napoli, Atletico Madrid, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Tottenham have all been tipped for a move. The Red Devils want to see the first offers come in at around £50m. 20th Jun 2025, 08:00 By Laurence Ryan Mason Mount to Villa According to reports this morning, Mason Mount could be set to leave behind Old Trafford this summer. The Champions League winner has struggled for fitness since he left Chelsea for Utd. Reports suggest that Villa are interested in acquiring Mount from United, as they prepare for a season in the Europa League. Mount had put together a good run at the end of last season, but his wages make him a player United could benefit financially from offloading. By Laurence Ryan Mbeumo HUGE blow According to reports, Bryan Mbeumo has made a HUGE decision on his future. The Brentford man has made a 'U-TURN' on his future, and would prefer a move to Spurs over Utd, should both sides meet Brentford's asking price. The winger has been linked to Utd for a while now, but Thomas Frank joining Spurs has given him a lot to think about. Tottenham also have UCL to offer, so Utd could be set to miss out on ANOTHER target, having already missed out on Liam Delap. 20th Jun 2025, 06:00 By Henry Tomlinson Branthwaite contract Manchester United target Jarrad Branthwaite is reportedly in talks with Everton over a new contract. Sky Sports have claimed that manager David Moyes is keen to cement the defender's future at the club. He has previously had interest from Tottenham and Manchester City. 20th Jun 2025, 03:00 By Henry Tomlinson Rashford blow Marcus Rashford could be set to miss out on a dream move to Barcelona. The Manchester United star is believed to be holding out on a move to the LaLiga giants. However, Barcelona are closing in on the signing of Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao. Should the left-winger arrive at the Nou Camp then it could leave Rashford in limbo. 19th Jun 2025, 00:01 By Henry Tomlinson Not so super A supercomputer has crunched the numbers ahead of the new Prem season. And without a host of signings, it looks like another tough campaign for United and Ruben Amorim. The data shows United sat back in 9th – albeit an improvement on last year's 15th-placed finish. 19th Jun 2025, 23:25 By Henry Tomlinson Garnacho race Manchester United are reportedly hoping a bidding war erupts for Alejandro Garnacho. The Argentine is keen to seek pastures new this summer and the club are happy to cash in. The likes of Napoli, Atletico Madrid, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Tottenham have all been tipped with an interest. It is expected that the first bids will be in the region of £50million. 19th Jun 2025, 22:40 By Henry Tomlinson Martinez update Manchester United are reportedly getting closer to a deal that would see Emiliano Martinez move to Old Trafford. The goalkeeper would provide very strong competition and probably usurp Andre Onana as the No.1 at the club. Reports have claimed that Martinez is "willing to join" Man United which can kickstart negotiations with Aston Villa. 19th Jun 2025, 21:50 By Henry Tomlinson Antony stance revealed Antony and Manchester United are both reportedly keen on sealing a permanent transfer this summer. GiveMeSport have claimed that all parties want the Brazilian out of Old Trafford. It is also suggested that the Red Devils do not want to give any favour to Real Betis in allowing them another loan deal.