Joelinton prepared for ‘huge responsibility’ of being Newcastle’s number nine
Brazilian forward Joelinton is ready to step up to the challenge of honouring Newcastle’s number nine shirt following his club-record transfer.
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Newcastle spend club-record fee on Brazilian Joelinton
Newcastle have confirmed the signing of Brazilian forward Joelinton from Hoffenheim.
Gareth Bale will not be leaving Real Madrid in makeshift deal – agent
Gareth Bale remains “one of the best players on the planet” and will not be leaving Real Madrid on a “makeshift” deal, according to his agent.
Wotherspoon injury adds to St Johnstone’s early season woes
St Johnstone boss Tommy Wright has suffered another pre-season blow after seeing midfielder David Wotherspoon ruled out for up to six weeks.
Frank Lampard upbeat over N’Golo Kante’s fitness race
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard remains hopeful that N’Golo Kante will be fit “very soon” after sending the midfielder home from Japan for treatment.
Mum ‘humbled’ after Lionel Messi plays football with her 11-year-old on holiday
A mother has said she was “humbled” after her 11-year-old son played football with football superstar Lionel Messi while on holiday in Antigua.
Rodri confident he can add a physical edge to Manchester City
Rodri believes he will add physical presence and attacking threat to the Manchester City team.
Vela ready for ‘fresh challenge’ to his career after suffering Bolton misery
New Hibernian midfielder Josh Vela is relieved to be looking forward to enjoying his football again after ending his torrid time with Bolton.
Griezmann focused on football as transfer fee row rumbles on
Antoine Griezmann intends to stay calm and focused on making the most of a new start at Barcelona as the fall-out from his transfer from Atletico Madrid rumbles on.
Ampadu excited by ‘perfect step’ as he agrees loan move to RB Leipzig
Chelsea teenager Ethan Ampadu believes a spell in the Bundesliga is the ideal move for his career after securing a one-year loan at RB Leipzig.