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Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Premier League clubs given hope in Jonathan David pursuit
Premier League clubs have been given fresh hope in their pursuit of Lille forward Jonathan David. David's contract at Lille is due to expire this month and the Canadian forward is one of Europe's most coveted free agents. Advertisement The 25-year-old had been expected to sign for Napoli on a free transfer but a change of stance from the Italian champions has re-opened the race. Napoli are pushing to sign Lorenzo Lucca from Udinese as a new forward. Sky Italia have claimed that a contract has already been agreed and the clubs will meet with to agree on a transfer fee. Napoli have also held discussions for Liverpool's Darwin Nunez. The cooling of interest from the Serie A side has opened the door for Premier League teams in the race for David. West Ham offer on table for Jonathan David West Ham United are understood to have submitted a contract offer to the player, while Manchester United, Newcastle, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea have all been linked. Advertisement There's significant competition from across Europe, however, with Juventus, Fenerbahce and Galatasaray all keen. David has scored 109 goals in 232 games for Lille and netted 25 times in all competitions last season. He is also Canada's record goalscorer with 34 goals for the national team. Earlier this year, the forward told the It's Called Soccer! Podcast that he is confident he can adapt to any league. David said: 'To be honest, I think I can adapt to every League. Every league has their differences. I think the Premier League is a lot faster and more physical than all the other leagues. 'But I grew up watching a lot of La Liga. I wouldn't say that would be my preferred league, but I think that's a league that I enjoyed watching the most. I think one day, I would like to play there. But will that happen? I don't know. I'm not opposed to anything, and we'll just see where the future takes us.' Advertisement Read – Every Premier League team's start ranked by difficulty See more – Ornstein delivers Osimhen update on Premier League interest Follow The Football Faithful on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Popular rock band's guitarist drops out of tour after devastating health diagnosis
Hatebreed's longtime guitarist Wayne Lozinak has withdrawn from the popular rock band's current tour after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. While on the European leg of their 'Weight of the False Self' tour, the Connecticut-based rock band's lead guitarist began experiencing mild but concerning symptoms suggestive of a possible stroke. 'On the night of June 14, while at the Download Festival, Wayne began experiencing mild symptoms that raised concerns of a possible stroke,' a social media statement from the band reads. 'Out of an abundance of caution, he sought medical attention the following day upon arriving in Lille, France.' After undergoing thorough testing, Lozinak's medical team discovered a brain tumor which required his 'immediate admission' to the medical center. 'After undergoing a CT scan at the ER, doctors discovered a brain tumor, leading to his immediate admission for further testing,' the statement continued. 'Following a 24-hour evaluation, including an MRI, it was determined that the tumor is a benign meningioma - a slow-growing mass that has likely been present for years.' The band later expressed relief for their beloved bandmate, claiming his diagnosis 'is the best possible outcome given the circumstances.' 'We are immensely relieved that Wayne's diagnosis is the best possible outcome given the circumstances,' the metalcore band wrote on Instagram. The statement adds that Lozinak will return stateside in order to prepare for and undergo surgery. The band has also confirmed that Matt Bachand of Shadows Fall will be taking over Lozniak's guitar duties for the time being. '[Lozniak's] strength and resilience remain unwavering and he is determined to return to Hatebreed as soon as he is able,' the statements adds. 'We appreciate all the love and support from fans, friends, and the music community during this time.' The metalcore group (pictured) is currently on the road in Europe playing a mix of shows with English death metal band, Carcass The group is currently on the road in Europe playing a mix of shows with English death metal band, Carcass. As part of their European tour, the 'hardcore' band will also play at various festivals. Their UK run concludes on July 6 in London, before they head back the US to kick off a North American tour leg. During their stateside leg the band will play alongside other notable rock names including Malevolence, Fugitive, Gridiron, Escuela Grind and Morbid Visionz. Incite will also play on select dates, Loudwire reported.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Angel Gomes lauds Sir Alex Ferguson's ‘perfect' Man Utd rule that all players followed and club won't get rid of
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ANGEL GOMES has hailed Sir Alex Ferguson's Man Utd kit policy that keeps young stars grounded. Gomes, 24, is closing on a free transfer switch to Marseille from Lille, but holds his Carrington routes close to his heart. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Angel Gomes is closing in on a move to Marseille from Lille Credit: Getty 4 Sir Alex Ferguson implemented a series of rules that are still in place even now at Old Trafford Credit: Getty Images - Getty Fergie famously BANNED academy players from wearing anything other than old-school black boots while representing the club, and the policy remains in place even now. Gomes told the BBC that Fergie's ruling was "perfect", and instilled a sense of togetherness across the junior teams. He said: "You would play against other teams and they'd be wearing colourful boots that you wanted to wear, because your idols wore colourful boots. "But thinking about it now, it was perfect because they wanted everyone to be the same." The Man Utd way is drilled into players from the day they enter the building, with players told to earn the right to wear flashy boots once they make it into the first-team. Speaking to The Sun back in 2019, then-Man Utd star Scott McTominay said: "I probably couldn't tell you one player in the club who likes wearing black boots. "But it was the rules and something accustomed to every academy player and if someone tried to come out in red boots it's like 'you're no different to any of us so get your black boots back on until you earn the respect and right to wear coloured boots'. 'I didn't like the black boots. But you had to do it. You had to respect the rules. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 4 'There are no big egos, there's no young kids coming in wearing jewellery and looking a bit flash, that's not the case at this club." He added: "Whenever we were growing up here, the main thing that was being spoken about here was being a good person first and foremost. Former Man Utd star subbed off after 20 minutes then red carded on bench in nightmare Club World Cup debut 'You don't realise at the time how much little things like that at the time are going to help you." McTominay and Gomes both came through the Carrington ranks alongside Marcus Rashford, Mason Greenwood and Brandon Williams. Reflecting on his time at Old Trafford, Gomes admitted that the famous red shirt can weigh heavy on Man Utd players, with countless players thriving upon being freed of it. He said: "Players may have been intimidated or not really know about the weight, what it carries and what it takes. "But ultimately, sometimes, it's down to environment, timing and having the right things in place to help you. "Some players who have left and gone on to do better than when they were at United, there might be things in place at that certain club, at that moment in time, that helped them succeed. "Sometimes it's not as black and white as they failed or they've not held their own there because of the weight of the shirt." Gomes has found his feet away from the spotlight of the Premier League, and earned his first call-up to the England squad at the beginning of the 2024/25 season. He admitted the "difficult" decision to leave Old Trafford has ultimately paid off: "There are a lot of things that pull you towards staying. "But then you have to think about what is right for your career. There were a lot of things I sacrificed."
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Angel Gomes lauds Sir Alex Ferguson's ‘perfect' Man Utd rule that all players followed and club won't get rid of
ANGEL GOMES has hailed Sir Alex Ferguson's Man Utd kit policy that keeps young stars grounded. Gomes, 24, is 4 Angel Gomes is closing in on a move to Marseille from Lille Credit: Getty 4 Sir Alex Ferguson implemented a series of rules that are still in place even now at Old Trafford Credit: Getty Images - Getty Fergie famously BANNED academy players from wearing anything other than old-school black boots while representing the club, and the policy remains in place even now. Gomes told the He said: "You would play against other teams and they'd be wearing colourful boots that you wanted to wear, because your idols wore colourful boots. "But thinking about it now, it was perfect because they wanted everyone to be the same." The Speaking to The Sun back in 2019, then-Man Utd star "But it was the rules and something accustomed to every academy player and if someone tried to come out in red boots it's like 'you're no different to any of us so get your black boots back on until you earn the respect and right to wear coloured boots'. 'I didn't like the black boots. But you had to do it. You had to respect the rules. Most read in Football JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 4 'There are no big egos, there's no young kids coming in wearing jewellery and looking a bit flash, that's not the case at this club." He added: "Whenever we were growing up here, the main thing that was being spoken about here was being a good person first and foremost. Former Man Utd star subbed off after 20 minutes then red carded on bench in nightmare Club World Cup debut 'You don't realise at the time how much little things like that at the time are going to help you." McTominay and Gomes both came through the Carrington ranks alongside Marcus Rashford, Reflecting on his time at Old Trafford, Gomes admitted that the famous red shirt can weigh heavy on Man Utd players, with countless players thriving upon being freed of it. He said: "Players may have been intimidated or not really know about the weight, what it carries and what it takes. "But ultimately, sometimes, it's down to environment, timing and having the right things in place to help you. "Some players who have left and gone on to do better than when they were at United, there might be things in place at that certain club, at that moment in time, that helped them succeed. "Sometimes it's not as black and white as they failed or they've not held their own there because of the weight of the shirt." Gomes has found his feet away from the spotlight of the Premier League, and earned his first call-up to the England squad at the beginning of the 2024/25 season. Read more on the Irish Sun He admitted the "difficult" decision to leave Old Trafford has ultimately paid off: "There are a lot of things that pull you towards staying. "But then you have to think about what is right for your career. There were a lot of things I sacrificed." 4 Angel Gomes notably wearing black boots while playing for Man Utd Credit: PA
BBC News
3 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
West Ham to face Lille in final pre-season game
West Ham United will host French club Lille at the London Stadium for the final match of their Hammers will complete preparations for the 2025-26 season by taking on the four-time Ligue 1 champions on Saturday 9 Potter will take his squad to the US for the Premier League Summer Series in July, where they will face Bournemouth, Manchester United and Everton."We're really looking forward to facing Lille," said West Ham boss Potter."Our pre-season schedule is geared to building the players up so that they are in the best possible condition when the Premier League gets underway on Saturday 16 August, and a fixture against high-quality European opposition a week beforehand is part of doing that."West Ham United's pre-season fixtures:Grasshoppers (19 July)Manchester United (27 July)Everton (30 July)Bournemouth (3 August)Lille (9 August)
