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Ange Postecoglou releases statement after Tottenham sacked him

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Ange Postecoglou has released a statement after Tottenham Hotspur sacked him as manager of the club.

Ekwutosblog reports that the Premier League club had on Friday evening sacked Postecoglou.

In a statement on their website, Tottenham wished the 59-year-old all the best in the future.

 

However, Postecoglou has now released a statement following his exit from the club as he thanked those who supported him during his time at the club.

Recall that Postecoglou joined Tottenham from Scottish club Celtic on a four-year deal.

“When I reflect on my time as Manager of Tottenham Hotspur my overriding emotion is one of pride,” Postecoglou’s statement partly read.

“The opportunity to lead one of England’s historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime.

“That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream.

“We have also laid foundations that mean this club should not have to wait 7 more years for their next success.

“I want to thank those who were with me every day for the last two years. A fantastic group of young men who are now legends of this football club.”

Postecoglou recently led Tottenham to win the Europa League final in May.

Recall that a 1-0 win over Manchester United in Bilbao brought Tottenham a first major trophy for 17 years.

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Transfer: Rashford snubs move to three Man Utd’s EPL rivals

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Manchester United forward, Marcus Rashford, has turned down moves to three Premier League clubs so far.

This comes amid speculation that Barcelona are considering signing the 27-year-old.

The three English teams Rashford has snubbed are believed to be Chelsea, Newcastle and Aston Villa.

Rashford spent the second half of last season on loan at Villa and is seeking a permanent move away from United.

Barcelona, however, have made a move for Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams their priority this summer.

Williams has a €58 million (£48.1m) release clause in his deal and was close to joining the LaLiga champions last year.

According to Sport, Barca are now intent to make the transfer happen, but will still consider signing Rashford alongside the Spain winger.

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EPL: Klopp warns Wirtz over Liverpool move

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Ex-Liverpool boss, Jurgen Klopp, has warned summer signing Florian Wirtz about meeting expectations at the Premier League champions.

The £116m that the Reds will pay Bayer Leverkusen for the 22-year-old, makes him the most expensive British player.

And Klopp fears that the price tag will put a target on Wirtz’s back.

He however hailed Wirtz as an “outstanding player”, while stating that the playmaker will be “aware” of his substantial fee.

“There’s no question about it, it’s an insane sum, and one that a player at Liverpool is aware of if things don’t go well for two or three games,” Klopp told Welt.

“He’s an outstanding player who can give any club something great.

“Whether he’ll make the reigning English champions even better remains to be seen.”

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NPFL: Plateau United appoints new head coach, sporting director

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Oluwasola Adegun has been appointed new head coach of the Nigerian Premier Football League, NPFL, club, Plateau United, Ekwutosblog reports.

 

The Jos club in a statement released on Saturday, also confirmed the appointment of Gideon Izang as their new sporting director.

The appointment of the duo are with immediate effect.

Adegun left his role as head coach of Nigeria National League outfit, NNL, Sporting Lagos to join the former NPFL champions.

Plateau United are reportedly in talks with Kabiru Dogo for the role of technical adviser.

The club finished in seventh position in the NPFL last season.

The Plateau State government, who is the owner of the team, has resolved to reposition the club
towards a more professional and goal driven football institution.

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