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Liverpool battled several adversities to avoid a defeat in a hard-fought 2-2 draw with Marco Silva’s Fulham at Anfield in the Premier League on Saturday.

The away side took the lead Andreas Pereira in the 11th minute before Andy Robertson was sent off for taking down Harry Wilson as the last man in the 17th. Arne Slot’s side reacted well to those setbacks, though, and equalised through Cody Gakpo just after the break.

Fulham battled their way back in front through Rodrigo Muniz, only for Slot’s super substitute Diogo Jota to come off the bench to score a late equaliser.

Whilst it was a decent point, given the circumstances after Robertson’s red card, there were some underwhelming performers for the Reds, including Luis Diaz.

Luis Diaz's performance against Fulham

The Colombia international was selected to lead the line for Liverpool, ahead of Darwin Nunez and Jota, and failed to offer enough to the team at the top end of the pitch.

He did compete well on the physical side of the match, winning two of his four ground duels and both of his aerial contests, and this meant that the forward was not bullied by the Fulham defenders.

However, Diaz only completed 79% of his attempted passes and made one key pass, without creating a ‘big chance’ for his teammates, and this shows that he struggled to provide much in the way of creativity.

The 27-year-old attacker was also wasteful in front of goal. He missed one ‘big chance’ and failed to convert his 0.64 xG (over two shots) to find the back of the net.

Slot must drop him for the substitute goalscorer Jota on Wednesday night in the League Cup against Southampton, and another player who should instantly be binned from the starting XI is central midfielder Curtis Jones.

Curtis Jones' performance against Fulham

The Liverpool academy graduate got the nod alongside Ryan Gravenberch and Dominic Szoboszlai in the middle of the park, and struggled in and out of possession.

Jones was not strong enough to compete against the Fulham players as he lost 75% (3/4) of his duels throughout his time on the pitch, which shows that it was too easy for opposition players to get the better of him.

It was not only his play out of possession that left a lot to be desired, though, as the England international also failed to create a single chance for his teammates.

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50

80

51

Key passes

0

0

3

Duels won

1

7

5

Tackles + interceptions

0

4

2

Dribbled past

2x

0x

1x

As you can see in the table above, his partners in midfield both significantly outperformed him from a defensive perspective, whilst Szoboszlai was the main creative threat in there for Slot.

With this performance, and with it being a midweek cup game, in mind, the Dutch head coach must consider instantly dropping the Liverpool lightweight down to the bench for the clash with the Saints on Wednesday, due to his struggles on and off the ball.

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Looking ahead to the future rather than the frustrating reality that they currently find themselves in, Manchester City are now reportedly willing to submit an opening offer to sign a Premier League gem in 2025.

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Of course, injuries have far from helped their case, but there is no escaping the fact that this is an ageing Man City squad. A number of players are creeping past their best form simultaneously, whilst club captain Kyle Walker looks a shadow of the Premier League champion he was just last season.

When the summer transfer window arrives, those at the Etihad must welcome several reinforcements for Pep Guardiola.

Just who those reinforcements are exactly remains to be seen, but recent reports have at least dropped a few hints. Names such as Viktor Gyokeres and even Trent Alexander-Arnold have been mentioned in what would be a move to send shockwaves through the Premier League. But before the Citizens splash out, they could welcome a star for the future.

According to reports in Spain, Manchester City are now willing to make an opening offer to sign youngster Jeremy Monga from Leicester City. Just 15 years old, the teenager is reportedly worth as much as £15m in what is an incredibly hefty fee at such an age.

With Chelsea also interested in his signature, though, Leicester could fuel quite the battle.

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If you look around European football, it is littered with Manchester City academy graduates, from Jadon Sancho and Cole Palmer to high-flying Jamie Gittens. So even if the path from their academy isn’t always into Guardiola’s side, there is a trend of success stories after developing at the Etihad – a narrative that Monga could become the latest to write.

Monga should heed McAtee warning

At 15, Monga should be in no rush to make his decision. The pathway is there to take hold of at Leicester, where he has a greater chance of eventually receiving first-team minutes.

Meanwhile, even in Manchester City’s current state, it would be incredibly difficult for any young player to work their way into Guardiola’s side – just ask James McAtee.

The midfielder impressed on loan at Sheffield United last season but has since struggled to break into Guardiola’s plans on a consistent basis.

Given their current crisis – especially in midfield – it seemed as though McAtee would finally get a chance. However, that has not proved to be the case, and the 22-year-old now looks destined to depart.

It’s a warning that Monga should consider. Whilst Phil Foden represents a true success story from the academy, it’s difficult to pick any other young players who have been handed such a chance before being discarded around European football.

Palmer, Gittens and Sancho all enjoyed their success away from Manchester City and Monga may well be best off skipping a move to the Etihad altogether.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola was spotted talking to Liverpool star Mohamed Salah in the tunnel after the Reds' 2-0 win over the Citizens.

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  Salah was on the mark against City yet again as the Egyptian opened the scoring for Arne Slot's side during the 2-0 win over the defending Premier League champions. After the match, Salah was spotted hanging out with Guardiola as the pair shared a conversation together.

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  Salah could leave Liverpool at the end of the season with his contract due to expire soon, so could Guardiola have been attempting to lure the Egyptian to the Etihad Stadium in a shock transfer? Well, probably not. The winger has the most goals (9) and most assists (6) of any player against sides managed by Guardiola as per the BBC's Match of the Day, so you can understand why the Catalan tactician might want him on his side.

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  Liverpool are now safely in the driving seat in the Premier League title race and Salah will be hoping that what could well be his last season will bear another Premier League title and potentially a Champions League crown.

They will replace two other Englishmen Harry Brook and Jordan Thompson for Hurricanes’ season opener

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Jordan Cox and Tom Lammonby have become the latest county cricketers to sign up for the BBL, taking the tally of England players involved in this season’s competition to 17.Cox and Lammonby have both been in Sydney playing grade cricket and have been called up at short notice to Hobart Hurricanes’ squad for their season opener against Sydney Sixers in Launceston on Wednesday night.They will replace two other Englishmen in the Hurricanes’ squad, with Yorkshire’s Harry Brook and Jordan Thompson both unavailable. Brook was always due to miss the start of the season due to his involvement in England Lions’ fixture against Australia A on Thursday, while Thompson was identified as a close contact of a Covid-19 case and has been rendered unavailable despite testing negative himself.Both players are like-for-like replacements. Cox, a middle-order batter, starred for Kent with the bat and in the field during their title-winning T20 Blast season, winning the Player-of-the-match award in the final, while Lammonby has impressed as a finisher for Somerset and Manchester Originals. They have been playing for Mosman and Manly respectively, using their Australian passports.Hurricanes will also miss Scott Boland (Australia A), Ben McDermott (groin), Riley Meredith (hamstring) and Mitchell Owen (side strain) for their season opener but have Matthew Wade available as captain after he suffered a side injury in the latter stages of the T20 World Cup. Tasmania spinner Tom Andrews has signed as a short-term replacement for Boland.

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AAP19-Nov-2021Jhye Richardson couldn’t help but doubt whether he would return to Australia’s Test squad during the past two and a half years of injury hell.Richardson need worry no longer, having demanded selection in a 15-man Ashes squad named on Wednesday with his eye-catching match haul of 8 for 61 at the Gabba last week.He made his Test debut at the same ground in 2019, taking the new ball while enhancing his reputation as the nation’s most exciting young paceman.Richardson was earmarked for big things at both the 2019 ODI World Cup and Ashes, only to dislocate his right shoulder while landing awkwardly during a fielding mishap in Sharjah.Related

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The 25-year-old weathered several setbacks but is now back to his best, looming as the most likely fast bowler to step up whenever selectors opt to rejig the triumvirate of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc.”An injury like that, that sets you back for so long. There’s certainly some of those negative thoughts that come in,” Richardson told reporters in Perth. “Whether or not I’m going to get back to where I was.”Or could I swing the ball or have my variations or whatever? Getting consecutive games in, it makes it all worth it…to know that I can bowl that many overs, relatively unscathed, I think it puts me in a good place.”Jhye Richardson celebrates the wicket of Marnus Labuschagne•Getty Images

Richardson has snagged 16 wickets at 12.50 this Sheffield Shield season, delivering 85.2 overs in total. He spooked selectors and medicos in October, suffering a back spasm while warming up during a match in Perth.But he quickly got the green light to resume bowling then made a big impression on George Bailey last week, when the chairman of selectors was in the stands as Richardson bowled his side to a Shield victory.”Getting pretty excited by Jhye,” Bailey said. “Physically I think he looks as strong as I’ve seen ever seen him…he’s starting to build some resilience into his body.”One particular spell was really impressive. He ended up getting the wickets of Marnus [Labuschagne] and Joe Burns, who both commented that it was impressive quality.”Bailey shared news of Richardson’s call-up with the fast bowler during that same game, putting him on the cusp of fulfilling a childhood dream.”It’s one of the biggest series that you can possibly be involved in. Super exciting,” said Richardson. The focus is, if I do get a game, to just make sure that I’m doing everything that I have done up until this point. I don’t want to put too much pressure on myself.”

Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan became the highest wicket-taker in men’s T20Is when he dismissed Scotland’s Michael Leask in his side’s opening match of the T20 World Cup 2021. He overtook Lasith Malinga’s tally of 107 wickets when he slowed up the pace a tad and Leask was through his shot early, lofting a drive to long-off.The left-arm spin-bowling allrounder now has 108 wickets in 89 T20Is. When he claimed his 100th wicket against Australia earlier this year, he became the first cricketer in T20Is to score 1000 runs and take 100 wickets.Related

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Shakib also recently reached the No. 1 position in the ICC’s T20I allrounders’ rankings, while also holding the top position in the ICC ODI allrounders’ charts.In July, Shakib became Bangladesh’s highest wicket-taker in ODIs, going past Mashrafe Mortaza who has 269 wickets for the country (and one for Asia XI). He is already Bangladesh’s highest wicket-taker in Tests as well. He is also among only four allrounders to score more than 6000 runs and take 250-plus wickets in ODIs.In T20 cricket, he is currently sixth on the overall wickets charts, with 388 wickets in 346 games. He is one of only four players in T20 cricket – Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo and Andre Russell are the others – to have 5000 runs, 300 wickets and 50 catches.

Former scout Mick Brown believes Newcastle United are working to replace a “unique” St James’ Park hero in the January transfer window.

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In an exciting recent report, the Magpies have been backed to seal the signings of Wout Faes and Nikola Milenkovic, who are at Leicester City and Nottingham Forest respectively. The pair could cost a combined £75m and are seen as potential younger upgrades on Fabian Schar and Dan Burn, who are now both in their 30s and out of contract at the end of this season.

Another centre-back who has been mentioned as a possible target for Newcastle is Fikayo Tomori, with the Englishman still at AC Milan after moving to Italy on a permanent basis from Chelsea back in 2021. One way or the other, it is clear Newcastlw are keen to bring down the average age of their defensive core.

At the other end of the pitch, Botafogo forward Igor Jesus has been linked with a move to the Magpies, but Premier League rivals Arsenal are providing stiff competition for his services.

Newcastle want to sell "unique" ace in January

Speaking to Football Insider, Brown claimed that Newcastle will look to accept offers for Miguel Almiron in January, having fallen out of favour under Eddie Howe, and they will put any funds earned towards finding a replacement.

“Yes, that’s one I’ve heard they’re looking to do and get a deal done. He doesn’t feature regularly in their team any more, under Eddie Howe. He was always a bit of a bright space and he looks electric at times but he’s not consistent or efficient enough to play regularly at the top level.

“Now they’ve made the decision to move him on. They’ve got people already that can cover for him, but any fee they do get for him will likely be reinvested in that position. That right-hand side is certainly a concern of theirs and they’ll look to bring in money from Almiron’s sale to avoid those financial regulations. Letting Almiron leave will free up that money to spend in January.”

January does feel like a natural time for Almiron’s Newcastle career to reach its conclusion, with the £60,000-a-week Paraguayan increasingly having to settle for a squad role as the years have passed. Just 30 minutes of action have come his way in the league, spanning three cameo appearances, with his only two starts coming in the EFL Cup when Howe decided to shuffle his pack.

Almiron has been a good servant for Newcastle overall – his manager has described him as a “unique footballer”, adding that “I don’t think there’s anyone better at doing what he does” – but he can be improved upon now, certainly in terms of end product, with 12 assists in 214 appearances disappointing for a wide attacker.

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For that reason, accepting offers in January makes complete sense, not only getting the 30-year-old off Newcastle’s wage bill and freeing up money for incoming signings, but also allowing him to enjoy more regular playing time at a new club.

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O atacante Miguel Borja voltou ao Junior Barranquilla. O perfil do clube nas redes sociais confirmou o presente de Natal para os torcedores do clube.

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Borja é jogador do Junior Barranquilla em uma transação feita junto ao Palmeiras. Para contar com ele, os colombianos terão de pagar a quantia de 3,5 milhões de dólares (cerca de R$ 20 milhões na cotação atual) de maneira parcelada ao Verdão. A alteração constante do câmbio era um dos pontos em questão para a conclusão da transferência, situação resolvida ao longo da última sexta-feira.

O Palmeiras tem 100% dos direitos econômicos de Miguel Borja. 70% foram comprados em 2017, com investimento da Crefisa, por cerca de R$ 33 milhões. Depois, o Verdão teve de comprar mais 30% por 3 milhões de dólares, na época, pouco mais de R$ 16 milhões. Agora, com a venda, a dívida com a Crefisa poderá ser, em sua maioria, abatida no que diz respeito ao investimento por Borja.

Em um vídeo gravado à torcida do Junior, Borja se disse feliz com o retorno, agradeceu à direção pelo esforço em repatriá-lo e solicitou aos torcedores que compareçam ao estádio e apoiem os programas de suporte ao clube para um nova temporada de sucesso.

Do lado de cá, a torcida do Palmeiras vê, enfim, a saída de um jovem jogador que chegou cercado das maiores expectativas e que nunca correspondeu a esse fardo. Depois de ser emprestado ao próprio Junior, além do Grêmio, Borja deixa o Verdão de forma definitiva, sem bilhete de volta.

أكد المدير الفني للفريق الأول لكرة القدم بنادي ستيلينبوش، ستيف باركر، على صعوبة مواجهة الزمالك في دور الثمانية من بطولة كأس الكونفدرالية الإفريقية.

وأسفرت القرعة التي أجريت الخميس عن مواجهة بين الزمالك متصدر المجموعة الرابعة ووصيف المجموعة الثانية ستيلينبوش يومي 3 أبريل و10 من نفس الشهر.

اقرأ أيضًا | أصعب اختبار.. ستيلينبوش يعلق عبر بطولات على مواجهة الزمالك في الكونفدرالية

وتواصل بطولات مع مدرب ستيلينبوش للحديث عن القرعة ومواجهة الزمالك، وقال: “اللعب أمام فريق كبير مثل الزمالك أمر صعب لأنه عملاق في قارة إفريقيا”.

وتابع: “لقد سبق وفازوا بالبطولة في الموسم الماضي ويدافعون عن لقبهم بالفعل، لذلك ستكون مواجهتهم مليئة بالإثارة ونتطلع إليها”.

وأضاف: “الزمالك فريق يمتلك تاريخًا كبيرًا للغاية في قارة إفريقيا وفاز من قبل ببطولة دوري أبطال إفريقيا، لذلك يمثل تحديًا كبيرًا لنا”.

واختتم: “كنا نعلم أننا سنواجه فريقًا قويًا، نحن أضعف الفرق المتأهلة في الوقت الحالي، لكننا فخورون بأنفسنا وبكوننا فريقًا مليئًا بالالتزام ونريد أن نترك بصمتنا في القارة وهذا ما يمنحنا الفرصة لتحقيق المفاجأة”.

West Ham United completed the £27m transfer of Niclas Fullkrug this month, but technical director Tim Steidten is already considering signing a rival for the German.

Fullkrug, 31, is a proven goalscorer and has excelled with both Borussia Dortmund and the German national team in recent years, but West Ham have a bleak record when it comes to centre-forward signings and Michail Antonio's twilit age seems to have called for further depth.

Having spent lucratively this summer, the Hammers have a strong squad, but dependent on outgoings, more than one deal could still be struck.

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Julen Lopetegui has been backed to the hilt this summer, but with James Ward-Prowse mooted for an exit alongside struggling striker Danny Ings, a creative midfielder is being eyed to supply Fullkrug and a possible positional peer at No. 9.

According to Fabrizio Romano, West Ham are interested in signing Carlos Soler, with the Paris Saint-Germain midfielder available if his £20m price tag is met.

Soler, aged 27, has a potent attacking edge to his game and would be perfect to ensure the success of Fullkrug. On that note, he could also be the dream addition for Tammy Abraham, who is also on the Irons' radar.

Why West Ham should sign Tammy Abraham

According to Football Insider – as reported over the weekend – the English centre-forward is on West Ham's list and could be signed before next week's deadline, having been made available for €25m (£21m).

For Abraham, the 2023/24 campaign was met with despair. Injury struck on the final game of the previous term and he was ruled out for an extended period, having ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament.

Resultingly, the AS Roma striker only started two Serie A matches, scoring once and assisting once more. Following the club's €38m (£32m) deal for Artem Dovbyk, it might be time for the 11-cap England international to move on.

He's proven himself as a top-class finisher for Roma and Chelsea (as well as Aston Villa and Bristol City in the Championship) while winning the Champions League and UEFA Super Cup with the Blues and playing a talismanic part in winning the Conference League for his current club.

AS Roma

119 (86)

37

13

Chelsea

82 (51)

30

10

Bristol City

48 (42)

26

4

Aston Villa

40 (40)

26

3

Swansea City

39 (21)

8

4

To put it another way, Abraham has the skills and the pedigree to make a real impact at West Ham, having been praised as a "goal machine" in the past by former coach Stephen Elliott and been predicted to become "one of the best strikers in the world" by Roma skipper Lorenzo Pellegrini after his arrival, scoring 27 goals across the 2021/22 campaign alone.

Moreover, he could be deadly with the likes of Lucas Paqueta and fellow target Soler threading passes through to him.

Soler might not be the most priceless of gems at PSG but he's a talented player with good technique, ranking among the top 12% of midfielders across Europe's top five leagues over the past year for goals scored, the top 19% for assists and the top 18% for passes attempted per 90, as per FBref.

His ball-playing skill will indeed be perfect for Abraham, whose athletic ability and pace allow him to dart through the lines, creating a new dimension to the West Ham attack that would keep opponents guessing.

To flip that, Abraham also averaged one key pass per game across his opening two top-flight terms in Italy, thus showcasing a creative side to his game that could allow Soler's own goalscoring ability to flower.

Should Steidten prove himself once again and move the cards to ensure the signings of these two players, West Ham could be in for a fruitful season indeed.

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