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A big Newcastle United development has emerged over midfield gem Isaac Hayden…

What’s the latest?

The Magpies defensive midfielder has revealed that he is closing in on a return from the knee injury that has kept him out of action since December.

Hayden has not played a single Premier League match for the Toon since he suffered a blow in the 4-0 defeat to Manchester City at St. James’ Park and is now on the verge of overcoming his setback.

Although he will miss tonight’s clash with Crystal Palace and indeed the rest of the term, it’s encouraging that he’s training again.

He Tweeted: “Road to recovery nearly complete, forever smiling.”

Eddie Howe will be delighted

The Magpies head coach will surely be elated with this news as it means that the midfield enforcer will be fit heading into the 2022/23 campaign.

He will not be able to play in the remaining matches of the current season, as he is not on the club’s 25-man Premier League roster, but he will come back as an option next term.

After being left out of Howe’s squad in January, Hayden outlined his commitment to the club as he said:

“I am bitterly disappointed to have not been included in the 25-man squad for the second half of this season due to injury. Now is a time for me to reflect. I’ll be working harder than ever before to come back stronger, like I always do.

“I’ll be a supporter like everyone else and l’ll be supporting the lads and the staff as best I can for the rest of the season.”These comments show that he is desperate to remain involved at St. James’ Park and Howe will surely want to keep hold of such a positive character, as he can have an influence in the dressing room with the younger players.Hayden has buckets full of Premier League experience and can be a useful option to call upon next season, particularly with this update suggesting that he will be fit to get a full pre-season in.The ex-Arsenal man has played 118 times in the top-flight and 171 matches for the Toon in total. He can be a reliable, experienced, player for Howe to lean on when required and that is why the head coach will be buzzing with his return from injury, even if it does not have any bearing on the current campaign as they look to evade relegation to the Championship.

AND in other news, Howe can unearth his own Ginola in Newcastle’s rarely-seen 19 y/o “bright talent”…

Of recent, Manchester United are known to take an age when pondering important decisions.

Though, with Ralf Rangnick’s interim managerial contract expiring in late June, the Red Devils have a chance to act fast and appoint a manager who could oversee their summer rebuild.

What’s the word?

For those who want to see 52-year-old ten Hag takeover the United helm next season, the latest reports will be very much welcomed.

According to Fabrizio Romano, who spoke on his YouTube channel:

“He would be super happy to be the new Manchester United manager. The feeling was positive even on Erik ten Hag’s side during the meeting with Man United.

“He wanted to know budget, potential signings and how they would back him in the market. This is a key point.”

Fabrizio also addressed the logistics behind the potential deal.

“A key point, on compensation, from what I’m told on Man United’s side they don’t see a problem for compensation. They are ready to pay what is right to Ajax.

“The conversation between the club has always been good. The relationship is fantastic due to Edwin van der Sar.”

Great news for Man United

The latest reports from super-journalist Fabrizio Romano will please the alleged 87.9% of United fans who want ten Hag to take over as manager next season.

Although it is worth noting that whilst these discussions between Erik and the Old Trafford side are positive, nothing is guaranteed until the agreements have been made and the contract has been signed.

Though, the discussion of details in this depth does mean that talks are moving in the right direction, with ten Hag showing his eagerness and commitment to the cause by wanting to understand more on the intricacies around how the club is run and the type of resources that he will be equipped with.

As Romano points out here, the relationship between Manchester United and Ajax is strong.

With their shared link with van der Sar, who is the CEO of the Amsterdam outfit, the Red Devils are in the best decision to appoint the Dutchman who worked with Pep Guardiola at Bayern Munich.

The Red Devils should act as fast as possible with ten Hag, who can then begin the rebuild process at the club.

All in all, the news that compensation won’t be a problem is particularly good news for the club. They appear to be a step further towards appointing him which given his winning mentality, securing several major honours in his homeland, he’d be a wise hire.

In other news – Man Utd now plot bid to sign £31.5m dynamo, he’s ever better than Rashford – opinion

A valiant 71 not out from Australian Adam Voges was not enough to prevent Nottinghamshire Outlaws from slipping to their third Clydesdale Bank 40 defeat to dampen their hopes of reaching the semi-finals

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ScorecardA valiant 71 not out from Australian Adam Voges was not enough to prevent Nottinghamshire Outlaws from slipping to their third Clydesdale Bank 40 defeat to dampen their hopes of reaching the semi-finals. In a nail-biting finish, Voges could only drive the last ball from Josh Cobb weakly to mid-on for none as Leicestershire sealed a four-run win at Trent Bridge.Voges received little support from his Nottinghamshire team-mates, with captain Chris Read (32) the only man to offer more than a cameo, while Leicestershire captain Matthew Hoggard led the visitors’ bowling attack in picking up 3 for 43. Matthew Boyce’s 60 and 58 from James Taylor had helped Leicestershire to reach 219 for 7 from their 40 overs, with England Under-19 seamer Jacob Ball picking up 3 for 32 in his first appearance of the season.After Luke Fletcher had made the early breakthrough with James Benning caught at cover, Ball picked up two wickets in his second over, with Jacques du Toit playing on and Cobb bowled by a beautiful off-cutter. And the Notts Academy graduate’s day got even better in his following over when Greg Smith chased a wide delivery to edge behind to wicketkeeper Read.But a partnership of 114 in 21 overs between Boyce and Taylor recovered the situation as the pair worked the field and scampered singles, hitting only seven boundaries between them. The batting powerplay yielded 45 of those runs and also saw Boyce dismissed lbw by Samit Patel, while an unbeaten cameo 33 from Tom New, featuring four fours and a six, provided a timely boost at the death, with Taylor yorked by Ryan Sidebottom and Jigar Naik run out.Voges only arrived from Australia at 7.00pm yesterday but seemed free of jet-lag when he arrived at the crease in the 15th over, after Alex Hales, Akhil Patel and Matt Wood had all fallen.And while Samit Patel also returned to the pavilion two overs later, clipping a full toss from James Benning to a diving Naik at midwicket, Voges found the gaps with nudged singles in accompaniment with Read to keep Notts in sight of the required run-rate.Benning’s medium-pace proved particularly hard to get away, and with Notts forced to up the pace in the last 10 overs, wickets began to fall. Read pulled Hoggard to deep square leg and Steven Mullaney edged behind in the former England star’s next over to expose the tail.Despite Voges’ best efforts, his bowlers were unable to contribute with the bat, Graeme White bowled by Naik, Fletcher lbw to Hoggard and Ball stumped off Cobb in the final over. Notts will now need to win both their remaining group matches – concluded by a trip to Edgbaston next weekend – to overtake Warwickshire and claim a semi-final spot.

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Depois de desfalcar o Palmeiras no treino da manhã com dores decorrentes de uma pancada, Michel Bastos participou da atividade à tarde na Academia de Futebol, sem a presença de jornalistas. O camisa 15 foi para o gramado em um treino técnico sob o comando de Roger Machado.

O treinador ainda não fez o esboço de um time titular depois de seis dias de treinamentos – a estreia do Verdão no Paulista será dia 18 de janeiro, contra o Santo André, no Allianz Parque.

A próxima atividade será na manhã desta quarta-feira, às 9h30, novamente na Academia – este será o último dia da concentração no hotel do CT. Após o treino, o atacante Artur, que voltou de empréstimo do Londrina e renovou contrato até 2021, concederá entrevista coletiva.

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Wolves haven’t ruled out the idea of allowing Bruno Jordao to leave on loan this month but would rather keep hold of him, according to journalist Tim Spiers.

The Lowdown: Jordao’s lack of action

The 23-year-old joined Wanderers back in 2019 but he is yet to become a key figure in the Black Country, spending last season on loan at Famalicao in his homeland of Portugal and accruing only four senior appearances for his current club.

Jordao has been plagued by injury for the last year and he is still yet to feature for a single minute of Wolves’ 2021/22 campaign at first team level.

It remains to be seen whether the midfielder moves on during the January transfer window, but an update has been provided on the situation.

The Latest: Spiers provides Jordao update

Taking to Twitter on Friday, Spiers admitted that Jordao’s future is up in the air but made it clear that Bruno Lage is a keen admirer of the 23-year-old.

The journalist claimed: “He’s talked Jordao up a lot recently. Hasn’t ruled out a loan for him but says at the moment he’d prefer him to stay.”

The Verdict: Loan move beneficial

Assuming that Jordao proves his fitness, it could make sense to allow him to depart on loan for the remainder of the season in order to get his rhythm back.

Realistically, it is hard to see the Portuguese getting too many minutes for Wanderers currently, considering that the likes of Ruben Neves and Joao Moutinho are such key figures in the middle of the park, although Spiers has hinted that the 23-year-old could get a runout in today’s FA Cup clash against Sheffield United.

A few months out on loan could do wonders, with Jordao then returning to Molineux in the summer ready to push for a more regular starting berth.

In other news, some Wolves fans have reacted to a key fitness update. Read more here.

أعرب السنغالي ساديو ماني جناح بايرن ميونخ الألماني عن امتنانه لتتويجه بجائزة سقراطيس.

وفي حفل الكرة الذهبية “بالون دور” لعام 2022 المقدم من مجلة فرانس فوتبول، حاز ماني على جائزة سقراطيس التي تمنح للاعبين المساهمين في الأعمال الخيرية.

وعبر صفحته الرسمية على “فيس بوك” كتب ماني: “ليس لدي كلمات للتعبير عن فرحتي بعد جائزة سقراطيس هذه”.

وأضاف: “هذه الجائزة تجعلني أقاتل بقوة داخل وخارج الملعب، شكر خاص لكل الشعب السنغالي ولكل من لا يتوقف عن مساندتي …”.

اقرأ أيضًا | ساديو ماني يحقق إنجازًا غائبًا في الكرة الذهبية

بالإضافة إلى جائزة سقراطيس، حصل ماني على المركز الثاني في ترتيب اللاعبين بجائزة الكرة الذهبية.

وقد فاز الفرنسي كريم بنزيما مهاجم ريال مدريد بالكرة الذهبية لعام 2022.

Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a huge boost in their bid to bring Franck Kessie to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the January transfer window.

What’s the talk?

That’s according to a claim by Italian journalist Sandro Sabatini, who revealed when speaking to Radio Radio (via CalcioMercato) that in a fresh twist to the story, AC Milan would be willing to part with the midfielder this month, should the Serie A side receive an offer in the region of €10m (£8.5m).

Previous reports had claimed that Antonio Conte and Fabio Paratici were preparing a lucrative offer for the Ivory Coast international on a pre-contract ahead of a potential switch to north London this summer, however, following Sabatini’s recent update, it would appear there is actually a deal to be done for the 25-year-old this January.

Speaking about Spurs’ interest in Kessie, Sabatini said: “Milan, from what I understand, if they receive a reasonable offer for Kessie’s remaining four months, they will sell [him]. €10m? Yes, and Tottenham can buy [him] for €10m.”

Conte will be buzzing

Considering Tottenham’s distinct lack of creativity in the middle of the park so far this season, the news that Kessie would be available to sign for as little as £8.5m in the current transfer window is news that is sure to have left Conte buzzing.

Indeed, in the current Premier League campaign, Tottenham’s central midfielders have scored just three goals, registered two assists and created a mere four big chances between them – with centre-back Eric Dier having created more big chances than any of Conte’s current options in the middle of the park.

As such, it is evident that the 52-year-old manager is in rather desperate need of a creative influence in his midfield ranks, something that the arrival of Kessie would undoubtedly bring an abundance of.

Indeed, over his 37 Serie A appearances last season, the £25m-rated man scored a whopping 13 goals, provided four assists and created five big chances for his teammates, in addition to taking an average of 1.3 shots and making 0.8 key passes per game.

These returns saw the £69k-per-week midfielder earn a highly impressive seasonal SofaScore match rating of 7.18, ranking him as AC Milan’s third-best player in the top flight of Italian football last time out.

So, should Spurs indeed be able to secure the services of Kessie for the second half of the current campaign, it would undoubtedly provide Conte’s chances of securing a top-four finish with a significant boost.

And, for a reported fee of just £8.5m, it would very much appear as if the 25-year-old’s signing is one that Tottenham would easily be able to afford – leading us to believe that the 52-capped international could well be pulling on the white of Spurs before the transfer window slams shut at the end of the month.

In other news: Spurs can finally replace Eriksen with “incredible” £5m beast dubbed “one of the best”

Leeds United ambassador Noel Whelan believes that the potential return from injury of Dan James and Patrick Bamford can be ‘massive’ for the Whites.

The Lowdown: Leeds’ injury nightmare

Marcelo Bielsa’s men were beaten 4-1 at home to Arsenal on Saturday evening as their Premier League struggles this season continue.

While Leeds deserve some criticism for their performances, they are currently battling a huge injury crisis, with key figures such as Kalvin Phillips sidelined.

However, there is hope that James and Bamford could be available for the trip to Liverpool on Boxing Day, which would come as a big boost for Bielsa and co.

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The Latest: Whelan positive about return of duo

Speaking to Football Insider, Whelan admitted that it would be huge to have the attacking duo fit for another tough league assignment away to a title-challenging Liverpool side at Anfield. He said:

“Getting any of these more experienced players back is going to be a massive plus for the Leeds United fans and the players.

“You need your best players against the best teams in the league. Liverpool and Man City are the two best sides in the league.

“Their best assets are clinical passing and lethal finishing – so having your best players there to combat that is crucial. We saw what happened against Man City when we allowed them to play their game.

“We can’t sit back for 90 minutes. Leeds must take the game to Liverpool. That’s how to get the best out of the likes of Raphinha, Bamford and James.”

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The Verdict: Would be huge for Whites

Leeds desperately need their injury problems to ease before they get embroiled in a genuine relegation fight, and the potential return of James and Bamford for Boxing Day could make a huge difference.

The Whites have looked lacking in attacking quality in recent weeks, scoring just 18 goals in as many league games this season, but the potentially returning duo could inject some much-needed quality in the final third.

Granted, James has only scored one goal and set up one for Leeds this season, but his pace is a constant threat, while Bamford’s record of 17 league goals last season speaks for itself. Whelan is right; their presence could be crucial at Anfield if they are fit enough to feature.

In other news, Leeds have been given a potential January transfer boost. Read more here.

Everton are reportedly undecided as to whether they will replace the recently departed Marcel Brands with another director of football.

What’s the story?

Brands exited the Goodison Park outfit over the weekend after an underwhelming three-and-a-half-year spell, citing “a clear difference in the vision and direction” that he and the board wanted to take the club in.

Talk has already turned to who could succeed the 59-year-old, and journalist Alan Myers has provided an update in response to a fan’s question asking who the preferred candidate may be and when they are likely to be appointed.

He tweeted: “My understanding is that there will be a review of the club’s football structure, and only after that will a decision be made on whether another DOF will be appointed, if there is, I’m guessing they will be more familiar”.

Everton fans will be intrigued

Brands arrived from Eredivisie giants PSV Eindhoven back in May 2018 with an enviable reputation but failed to live up to expectations after overseeing a string of controversial signings.

The likes of Alex Iwobi, Davy Klaassen and Theo Walcott all arrived for big fees under the Dutchman’s reign before failing to live up to expectations and their price tags.

Pressure on Brands and new manager Rafa Benitez has been escalating in recent weeks as the Toffees continue to endure an eight-game winless run, leading to the former’s departure.

A club statement read: “The owner and directors would like to thank Marcel for the service he has given to the club over the past three and a half years and wish him well for his future.

“A strategic review of the football structure will now take place which will inform the best model for the club to proceed with in the long-term.

“In the meantime, the owner and board of directors will continue to provide our manager, Rafa Benitez, with their full support.”

With unrest amongst the Everton fanbase continuing to mount, the supporters will be intrigued at Myers’ latest revelation and will be eagerly anticipating the club’s next move.

Brands’ successor or alterations to the Merseyside outfit’s structure could have crucial consequences to their long-term success, meaning there is likely to be much scrutiny surrounding their next move.

After all, with a January transfer window now under a month away, the club will need to get this review out the way as soon as possible before devising a new plan of attack for the market.

With Brands departing, it may well leave the club’s initial blueprints for the winter in disarray. They simply have to get things spot on if they want to assure a brighter future for the Toffees.

Either way, it’ll be mightily intriguing to see what the club aims to do next with their structure and hierarchy. Clearly, it hasn’t been right for a considerable period of time.

And, in other news…Journalist issues huge update on Rafa Benitez’s future, Everton fans will be gutted

According to a report by Super Deporte, via Sport Witness, there has been a behind-the-scenes update on Leeds United’s search for a possible heir to Marcelo Bielsa.

The Lowdown: Bielsa era ending?

The Argentine, who has worked wonders at Elland Road overall, guiding them back to the Premier League after many years of waiting, could be on the way out of Yorkshire at the end of this season.

Sources suggest that the 66-year-old could decide to part company with his contract set to expire at the end of 2021/2022 as things stand.

There has been no sign of an extension at Leeds so far as the club hover just two points above the relegation zone after a very lacklustre start.

Former Granada boss Diego Martinez has been heavily tipped to potentially succeed Bielsa at the end of this season as an update emerges.

The Latest: ‘Everything suggests’ Martinez to Leeds…

As per Super Deporte (via Sport Witness), ‘everything suggests’ the 40-year-old will eventually succeed Leeds’ manager as the Spaniard is even in England studying the game.

Indeed, as per their information, Leeds chief Victor Orta has already held talks with Martinez – making a ‘first approach’ with him behind the scenes.

However, the out-of-work boss does not want to take charge of a team mid-season – with the feeling being he will arrive in the summer when Bielsa’s contract runs out.

The Verdict: Ideal replacement?

Lauded as a miracle worker and Spanish football revelation for his job at Granada, it’s safe to say Martinez certainly knows how to get the best out of what he has.

Guiding his former side from the second tier to Europa League quarter-finals, his candid interview with ESPN details a hard-working, charismatic boss potentially in the Bielsa mould.

He was adored by his former club’s supporters according to writers associated with Granada, with there being some suggestions they were calling for a statue (LaLigaLowdown).

Taking this into account, he could be a more-than ideal heir for Bielsa at Leeds.