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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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I'm planning for life WITHOUT Lennon Miller at Motherwell, admits new Fir Park boss Jens Berthel Askou
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) JENS BERTHEL ASKOU admits he's planning for a season that doesn't include Lennon Miller. The Dane has had two days in Scotland as Motherwell's manager after securing a work permit last week. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Jens Berthel Askou has been discussing Lennon Miller's future Credit: Willie Vass 3 The wonderkid has won his first two Scotland caps Credit: Getty 3 Miller has been constantly linked with a move away from Fir Park Credit: Alamy He's yet to meet midfield starlet Miller, who has been given an extended break after Scotland duty. But Askou, 42, knows all about him — and the likelihood a big-money offer will prise him away this summer. He said: 'It would be naive to say, 'No he's staying, we're not planning without him'. That's how it is when you have a player with so much attention. 'Right now, he's here — even though he's away on a bit of a holiday — and as long as he's here, we'll work with him and we'll plan with him here. 'But we also know there might be a possibility the right move and the right opportunity for him at the top will come. 'Then we are prepared to do something, like we are in other situations if we lose players to an injury or we sell them.' Well rejected bids for Miller, 18, from the likes of Union Saint-Gilloise and Udinese in January. Askou said: 'I haven't met Lennon yet because he's got these extra days off. It would be fair to meet him first and have some discussions before I answer any specific questions about his future. 'Is there interest in him? Probably, but it's not been top of my mind today so I probably need to get the update myself. 'I know he's a fantastic player and he's just gone into the national team. He has a big profile in Scottish football and for sure he's going to have a fantastic international career. Motherwell players celebrate Lennon Miller turning 18 with birthday cake supplied by Scottish Sun 'We'll see if it's going to be this summer that he will take the next step. I know the rumours and I know there was a lot of discussion and expectation, which he's created by performing really well.' Askou's pedigree for giving young players a chance was one of the things that made him attractive to Well chiefs. He handed 26 teenagers their debut across five-and-a-half years as a boss, with 19-year-old Victor Froholdt the latest prospect he's worked with during his most recent role as Copenhagen No 2. Askou added: 'It's important to get young players into the team. You see the benefits when you look at Lennon, and I saw it in Copenhagen. 'They have a 2006 player who is now the best in the league. He's played for Denmark and is probably going to be sold for a record sum in Danish football. 'I love seeing young people develop and thrive. It's one of the reasons I thought this job was interesting. 'The weight of the academy is big. 'Some of the players might start in the school around the corner then end up at a big European club when they're 20. It's fantastic to see people fulfil their dreams.' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
BBC News
2 days ago
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- BBC News
'Fantastic' Miller's future 'not at top of my mind'
Jens Berthel Askou says "fantastic" Lennon Miller's future has "not been top of my mind" - but the Motherwell boss admits "there probably is" interest in the 18-year-old midfielder has been given extended time off after impressing in his first start for Scotland in Liechtenstein last continues to surround the future of Fir Park youth product, who has a year left to run on his Askou is unsure whether this summer is the time when Miller will "take the next step" in his career."There probably is [interest in him], but it's not been top of my mind," the new Well manager said. "I'll probably need to get that update myself. I know he's a fantastic player, he's just gone into the national team, he's a big profile for Scottish football."For sure he's going to face a fantastic international career, then we'll see over time if it's going to be this summer that he will take the next step. "I haven't met him yet because he's got a few extra days off, so I think it would be fair for me to meet him first and have some good discussions with him before I answer any specific questions about his future."
Daily Record
2 days ago
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- Daily Record
Lennon Miller: New Motherwell boss to sit down with Scotland star to discuss future amid interest
Jens Berthel Askou has offered an update on midfielder Lennon Miller after taking the reins at Fir Park Motherwell boss Jen Berthel Askou says he hopes to sit down with teen talent Lennon Miller later this week amid intense speculation regarding a summer move away from Fir Park. The Dane is just in the door and is yet to speak to the Scotland international with 18-year-old Miller enjoying some extra days off after being away on international duty earlier this month. Speaking at his first press conference this afternoon, Askou admits there is 'probably' interest in the midfielder and hopes to get a clearer picture on his future in the coming days. Motherwell players reported back for pre-season duty today and Askou said: "There probably is (interest) but it's not been on the top of my mind today so I will need to get an update myself. "I know he is a fantastic player and has just gone into the national team. He is a big profile for Motherwell and Scottish football and for sure he is going to have a fantastic international career. "We will see over time if it is this summer that he is going to take the next step. I know there is a lot of talk and expectations that he has created by performing really, really well. "I haven't met him yet because he has a few extra days off so I think it will be fair to meet him and have some good discussions before I answer any questions about his future." Meanwhile, Motherwell have announced assiatant manager Ahmet Koc has left the club "with a heavy heart". He was appointed in February and remained in post despite Michael Wimmer quitting the cluib last month for a return to Germany. However, with Askou now in the door, Koc has stepped side. Koc said: "It is with a heavy heart that I have chosen to pursue a different path in football away from Fir Park. "I have loved every minute at Motherwell FC and have taken the club, the staff and the fans to my heart. I feel it's important Jens has the opportunity to build his own team now for the season ahead whilst I now also have the opportunity to pursue a different career path in football. "Although short, the time at Motherwell FC has been special, and I have truly loved every minute of being here. As difficult a decision as this has been for me, I will always support the club from afar, and who knows, we may meet again in the future. "My best wishes to all of the fans, the directors, Jens and the football department for the season ahead, and thank you for looking after us during our time in Scotland. Mon the Well!"
BBC News
2 days ago
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- BBC News
Askou on his 'deeper knowledge', attractive football & top-six aim
New Motherwell manager Jens Berthel Askou has been speaking to the media for the first time since his are the key points:Motherwell's "new board and new ideas" were among the reasons for him being attracted to the job, along with the club's history and traditions. The Dane feels being the boss suits him best and that serving as assistant at his past two clubs - FC Copenhagen and Sparta Prague - has given him "a great experience to use in my next step as a manager". He adds: "I've got a deeper knowledge on things and how to implement them."He wants to play "dynamic football with players who want the ball and who want to take the initiative". Askou says his style of play with "big intensity" will be attractive to 42-year-old says it's too early to set targets, but sees no reason why the club can't reach the top six more often than they have done in recent acknowledges it will take time to "stabilise the club" and they "need some time to get things in the right direction".Askou is looking forward to becoming reacquainted with Russell Martin (played with him at Norwich) and Jimmy Thelin (both managed in Sweden). He says he didn't speak to them about this move, but is keen to catch up with them. On Lennon Miller, Askou knows he's an exciting player and has heard all the transfer rumours, but as far as he's aware there is no news on his future. He hasn't yet met Miller.
Daily Record
3 days ago
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- Daily Record
Why Lennon Miller won't sign for Celtic despite being 'perfect' transfer revealed by Motherwell hero
The Fir Park teenager picked up his first Scotland caps and is set to bank his club a big fee this summer Lennon Miller has been labelled the perfect signing for Celtic's midfield. But former Motherwell star Ross McCormack has revealed why he doesn't think the talented teen would make the move to Brendan Rodgers' side as he shared the 'noises' he's been hearing over his next step. The Fir Park top talent is set to net his club a major windfall this summer with his future destined to be away from the club. There has already been interest from Serie A and the Bundesliga while EPL new boys Sunderland have also been mentioned in regards to the new Scotland international. Celtic and Rangers have also both been urged to make their moves by pundits and ex-pros alike across the past few months. McCormack - speaking on Clyde 1 Superscoreboard - revealed from what he is hearing that his likely step will be to move abroad and after watching international team-mates in Serie A winning the Scudetto and Coppa Italia he admits it would be hard to blame him. He explained: "I've said it for quite a while that I think he would be perfect in Celtic's midfield. "But from all the noises that I have heard - sort of people who are in and around Motherwell and all that - seems to be that he is going to be going abroad. "To be honest with you, it is hard to blame the kid. "When he sees the success your Lewis Ferguson, Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour's are having over in Serie A, he might just want a piece of that and sort of get out of the limelight which Glasgow would bring. "For me, he would be absolutely tremendous for Celtic." Talk then turned to whether his decision would be based on game-time after being the main man at Motherwell, McCormack continued: "No player can go to any club in the world and be guaranteed to start. That is just impossible and doesn't happen. "But what he will be looking at - and what John said [caller] is the big, big problem for Celtic if they do want him. "[Reo] Hatate is in there and is one of their most influential players when he is at it. Callum McGregor is the captain and the other one is Arne Engels. And by the way I would favour Lennon Miller over, but they paid £11million for him. "So is he going to get into that midfield right away? Probably not. "I think that is the reason why Lennon Miller would not choose Celtic." Tune in to Hotline Live every Sunday to Thursday and have your say on the biggest issues in Scottish football and listen to Record Sport's newest podcast, Game On, every Friday for your sporting fix, all in bitesize chunks.
