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EPL: Sign Osimhen instead of Gyokeres – Ferdinand advises Man United

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2 months ago

June 13, 2025

Rio Ferdinand

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has advised his former club to sign Victor Osimhen instead of Viktor Gyokeres.

The Red Devils are in search of more firepower upfront after an underwhelming campaign.

The duo of Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee failed to deliver the goods, with United finishing in a disappointing 15th position on the table.

Ruben Amorim’s side also lost to Tottenham Hotspur in the final of the UEFA Europa League.

Gyokeres, who had an outstanding campaign for Portuguese club Sporting Lisbon, has been linked with a move to Old Trafford.

The forward scored 39 goals and registered eight assists to help Sporting Lisbon clinch the Portuguese League title.

Despite his impressive form in front of goal, Ferdinand believed Osimhen would be a better fit for his old club.

“I think Gyokeres, everyone’s talking about him. Again, I think if I’m looking at the market now and I had to pick him or Osimhen, I’d probably pick Osimhen because of that experience,” the former England international told the Mirror.

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Transfer: AS Roma pick Chelsea’s George as Sancho’s replacement

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2 days ago

August 24, 2025

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AS Roma have identified Chelsea star, Tyrique George as a potential replacement for Manchester United’s Jadon Sancho.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the Serie A club have asked for George’s deal conditions.

George is one of the options as a left winger for Roma if Sancho continue not to open the doors to move to Italy.

The Chelsea winger is on Roma’s shortlist and also RB Leipzig and other Premier League clubs are still very keen on signing the youngster.

Meanwhile, providing an update on Sancho after he rejected AS Roma a few days ago, the club’s director Frederic Massara said: “There are no conditions to proceed with this deal, especially as Sancho doesn’t have the motivations to join AS Roma”.

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EPL: Ian Wright names player to replace injured Saka in Arsenal’s XI

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2 days ago

August 24, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

Arsenal legend, Ian Wright, has advised the club’s boss, Mikel Arteta, to replace injured Bukayo Saka with new signing, Noni Madueke when the Gunners face Liverpool.

Saka was injured during Arsenal’s 5-0 win over Liverpool on Saturday

The Gunners now maintain their 100 per cent record in their opening home match of the Premier League season.

Their new striker, Viktor Gyokeres and defender, Jurrien Timber fired in a double each while Saka made it 5-0 for the home side.

The Gunners’ captain, Martin Odegaard was the first to be pulled off with a shoulder injury and in the 53rd minute Saka went down clutching his hamstring.

Arteta told the press after the game that the England attacker had likely sustained a ‘significant’ injury.

The former Arsenal striker Wright said on Premier League Productions, “But hamstring, we’re talking four or maybe six weeks”

Wright that Madueke should switch flanks if Saka is ruled out of the Gunners’ trip to Liverpool next weekend.

“This is why the signings [are important],” he added.

“Madueke can play this side and this is why you bring in a Madueke.

“I’m not saying he’s going to play like Saka, but fill that gap. He plays on that side, that’s where he likes to play… fill that gap until Saka comes back because he’s got a chance now.”

Arsenal are now sitting top of the Premier League table with two wins from the opening two matches.

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NPFL: Shooting Stars must start new season with a win – Coach Aweroro

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2 days ago

August 24, 2025

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Shooting Stars head coach, Nurudeen Aweroro, says it is important for his team to start the new campaign with a win, Ekwutosblog reports.

The Ibadan club will host Bayelsa United in their opening fixture of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, on Sunday.

It will be Aweroro’s first official game in charge of the five-time NPFL champions.

The former Ikorodu City gaffer challenged his players to give their best in the encounter.

”We need to get maximum points, and if possible, score plenty of goals. But the most important thing is to secure the win. We can’t take this game for granted—we have to come out strong and give our best,” Aweroro told Shooting Stars media.

The 2025/26 NPFL season started on Friday with holders Remo Stars and Rivers United battling to a thrilling 1-1 draw at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta.