1 month ago
Inter Milan produced another rousing comeback to beat Udinese 5-3 at San Siro and continue their perfect start to the new Serie A campaign.
Udinese had taken a shock 2-0 lead through James Abankwah's early header and then a close-range strike from Jurgen Ekkelenkamp.
The Nerazzurri - who had come from 2-0 down to beat Napoli late on in their last Serie A game - fought back as Carlos Augusto drilled in a long-range effort and Nicolo Barella equalized before half-time.
Marcus Thuram's sweeping finish completed the turnaround in the 57th minute, before England defender John Stones - making a first start since his free transfer move from Manchester City - limped off having pulled up after chasing an Udinese breakaway.
Pio Esposito and substitute Ange-Yoan Bonny then wrapped things up, with Idrissa Gueye scoring a late consolation for the visitors, as Cristian Chivu's men kept pace with leaders Roma on a 100% record from four league games.
#Milan
Udinese had taken a shock 2-0 lead through James Abankwah's early header and then a close-range strike from Jurgen Ekkelenkamp.
The Nerazzurri - who had come from 2-0 down to beat Napoli late on in their last Serie A game - fought back as Carlos Augusto drilled in a long-range effort and Nicolo Barella equalized before half-time.
Marcus Thuram's sweeping finish completed the turnaround in the 57th minute, before England defender John Stones - making a first start since his free transfer move from Manchester City - limped off having pulled up after chasing an Udinese breakaway.
Pio Esposito and substitute Ange-Yoan Bonny then wrapped things up, with Idrissa Gueye scoring a late consolation for the visitors, as Cristian Chivu's men kept pace with leaders Roma on a 100% record from four league games.
#Milan
2 months ago
The Atlanta Hawks are staring down a roster that's too bloated and too messy. Right now, the count sits at 17 players, yet the league mandates a strict 15 before the regular season tips off. That creates a brutal math problem for the front office in Atlanta. They can't keep everyone. Two players have to go, and the choice is getting harder by the day.
Reports confirm the team needs to trim the list before training camp opens. Corey Kispert, Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard, Devin Carter, and Mouhamed Gueye are all part of the existing group. Each brings complications that make a trade sticky. Kispert holds an undesirable contract that might require Atlanta to attach draft picks just to move him. The team hates doing that, but they have no real choice. The math simply doesn't work otherwise.
Hield is on a deal that expires soon, yet no one wants to pay him nearly $10 million this season. He couldn't even crack the rotation last year. Carter and Nembhard have trade lockouts lasting until late August and mid-September. Gueye is out with a foot injury that will keep him sidelined until November or later. He'll miss the entire preseason. Keeping him on the active list makes no sense for a team that needs to win now.
There's a gaping hole at small forward that needs filling. The current depth chart lists Dyson Daniels at the spot, with Aaron Wiggins and Lu Dort behind him. Dort is capable of playing guard or forward, but he was nearly unusable for OKC during the postseason. Injuries hurt his production during the regular season. Relying on him to be the answer is a risky gamble for Atlanta.
The team should look to swap out a non-contributor like Kispert for a short-term solution. This wouldn't hurt the cap sheet in the long run. A deal with the Denver Nuggets could bring in Cameron Johnson. Johnson gives the Hawks a reliable scorer who can play the position right away. The trade would also include Jericho Sims and a 2028 second-round pick. That move clears the logjam and adds real depth.
#atlanta #team #carter
Reports confirm the team needs to trim the list before training camp opens. Corey Kispert, Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard, Devin Carter, and Mouhamed Gueye are all part of the existing group. Each brings complications that make a trade sticky. Kispert holds an undesirable contract that might require Atlanta to attach draft picks just to move him. The team hates doing that, but they have no real choice. The math simply doesn't work otherwise.
Hield is on a deal that expires soon, yet no one wants to pay him nearly $10 million this season. He couldn't even crack the rotation last year. Carter and Nembhard have trade lockouts lasting until late August and mid-September. Gueye is out with a foot injury that will keep him sidelined until November or later. He'll miss the entire preseason. Keeping him on the active list makes no sense for a team that needs to win now.
There's a gaping hole at small forward that needs filling. The current depth chart lists Dyson Daniels at the spot, with Aaron Wiggins and Lu Dort behind him. Dort is capable of playing guard or forward, but he was nearly unusable for OKC during the postseason. Injuries hurt his production during the regular season. Relying on him to be the answer is a risky gamble for Atlanta.
The team should look to swap out a non-contributor like Kispert for a short-term solution. This wouldn't hurt the cap sheet in the long run. A deal with the Denver Nuggets could bring in Cameron Johnson. Johnson gives the Hawks a reliable scorer who can play the position right away. The trade would also include Jericho Sims and a 2028 second-round pick. That move clears the logjam and adds real depth.
#atlanta #team #carter
2 months ago
Everton begin the 2026/27 Premier League season at home to Crystal Palace on Saturday, and David Moyes already has problems to solve. Some are familiar, some are self-inflicted, and one or two are simply down to injuries.
The biggest issues are in midfield, at right-back, and up front. That is where the team selection gets interesting. Everton have added bodies this summer, but opening day rarely waits for a squad to feel complete.
At the Hill ******* inson Stadium, Moyes is likely to trust what he has, even if what he has still looks short in a couple of areas.
James Garner, Christian Norgaard and Tim Iroegbunam are all out, which strips Everton of depth and balance in the middle of the pitch. Add Idrissa Gana Gueye's summer departure and the picture is obvious, Moyes is light in one of the most important parts of the side.
That opens the door for Harrison Armstrong. He has reportedly done enough in pre-season to earn serious consideration and, right now, Everton need legs, discipline and composure more than reputation.
#everton #season
The biggest issues are in midfield, at right-back, and up front. That is where the team selection gets interesting. Everton have added bodies this summer, but opening day rarely waits for a squad to feel complete.
At the Hill ******* inson Stadium, Moyes is likely to trust what he has, even if what he has still looks short in a couple of areas.
James Garner, Christian Norgaard and Tim Iroegbunam are all out, which strips Everton of depth and balance in the middle of the pitch. Add Idrissa Gana Gueye's summer departure and the picture is obvious, Moyes is light in one of the most important parts of the side.
That opens the door for Harrison Armstrong. He has reportedly done enough in pre-season to earn serious consideration and, right now, Everton need legs, discipline and composure more than reputation.
#everton #season
2 months ago
Everton begin their 125th top flight season and the second at their new Merseyside home against last year's Europa Conference League champions Crystal Palace.
The Toffees go into the game cautiously optimistic after some bright moments in pre-season. Their remains frustration however at a failure to address key issues in the transfer marker and the uncertainty over the future of David Moyes as he prepares to enter the final year of his contract.
The late season collapse is also fresh in people's minds, with the opportunity of European football thrown away thanks to a winless seven-game run to close out the season.
New signings include last season's Championship Player of the Year Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough, an energetic number eight who can hopefully add some incisiveness even from the deeper midfield position he's been deployed at so far. Tyrique George and Merlin Rohl turned their loan stints into permanent deals. Christian Norgaard looks to be a savvy signing from ****** nal to replace Idrissa Gueye, while Brennan Johnson adds pace and dynamism following his Dwight McNeil swap deal with Saturday's opponents Palace.
The yawning hole in the squad though remains right-back, a position Everton have failed to adequately address for years. That failure had hung over the Toffees' summer and the overall mood of the fans at the end of the window will like rest on whether they address it.
#season #everton #year
The Toffees go into the game cautiously optimistic after some bright moments in pre-season. Their remains frustration however at a failure to address key issues in the transfer marker and the uncertainty over the future of David Moyes as he prepares to enter the final year of his contract.
The late season collapse is also fresh in people's minds, with the opportunity of European football thrown away thanks to a winless seven-game run to close out the season.
New signings include last season's Championship Player of the Year Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough, an energetic number eight who can hopefully add some incisiveness even from the deeper midfield position he's been deployed at so far. Tyrique George and Merlin Rohl turned their loan stints into permanent deals. Christian Norgaard looks to be a savvy signing from ****** nal to replace Idrissa Gueye, while Brennan Johnson adds pace and dynamism following his Dwight McNeil swap deal with Saturday's opponents Palace.
The yawning hole in the squad though remains right-back, a position Everton have failed to adequately address for years. That failure had hung over the Toffees' summer and the overall mood of the fans at the end of the window will like rest on whether they address it.
#season #everton #year
2 months ago
Villarreal needed two goals in just over a minute to ***** a 2-2 draw at promoted side Racing Santander on Sunday in their opening La Liga clash.
The hosts claimed an early lead but Inigo Perez took a point on his debut as coach of the Yellow Submarine after Pape Gueye and Nicolas Pepe pulled the visitors level against the hosts from Cantabria.
Back in the top flight after a 14-year wait, Racing took the lead at their raucous El Sardinero stadium with an Andres Martin penalty after Santi Comesana was ruled to have fouled Jorge Salinas just inside the area.
Sergio Martinez smashed home a second for Racing with a thunderbolt from distance which ripped into the top corner.
Gueye gave Villarreal, who came third last season, a foothold with a low drive from the edge of the box in the 45th minute.
#hosts
The hosts claimed an early lead but Inigo Perez took a point on his debut as coach of the Yellow Submarine after Pape Gueye and Nicolas Pepe pulled the visitors level against the hosts from Cantabria.
Back in the top flight after a 14-year wait, Racing took the lead at their raucous El Sardinero stadium with an Andres Martin penalty after Santi Comesana was ruled to have fouled Jorge Salinas just inside the area.
Sergio Martinez smashed home a second for Racing with a thunderbolt from distance which ripped into the top corner.
Gueye gave Villarreal, who came third last season, a foothold with a low drive from the edge of the box in the 45th minute.
#hosts
3 months ago
Everton are in the process of signing ***** nal midfielder Christian Norgaard. With the departure of Idrissa Gana Gueye, there was a vacancy in the squad for a defensive midfielder.
The Danish international made his name with Brentford over six seasons, making 196 appearances and was for the last two seasons before his transfer to ***** nal last summer for £10million, and a further £2m in add-ons.
Under Mikel Arteta at the Gunners, Norgaard only featured 20 times, with just seven of those appearances in the Premier League.
Norgaard would be a classic David Moyes signing, with the 32-year-old bringing Premier League experience and veteran savvy to the squad, along with his work rate and gritty playing style.
Per The Athletic, the transfer fee is about £7million, with an agreement in principle between the two teams and the Dane expected to have his medical next week.
#league #midfielder
The Danish international made his name with Brentford over six seasons, making 196 appearances and was for the last two seasons before his transfer to ***** nal last summer for £10million, and a further £2m in add-ons.
Under Mikel Arteta at the Gunners, Norgaard only featured 20 times, with just seven of those appearances in the Premier League.
Norgaard would be a classic David Moyes signing, with the 32-year-old bringing Premier League experience and veteran savvy to the squad, along with his work rate and gritty playing style.
Per The Athletic, the transfer fee is about £7million, with an agreement in principle between the two teams and the Dane expected to have his medical next week.
#league #midfielder
3 months ago
Everton have reached an agreement in principle to sign ***** nal midfielder Christian Norgaard for around £7 million, according to The Athletic journalist David Ornstein. Everton manager David Moyes wants a replacement for Idrissa Gueye and the Gunners star could move to the Hill ***** inson Stadium club. Norgaard would undergo a medical next week and become the Toffees' fourth summer signing should the deal be formalised.
The 32-year-old Danish midfielder joined ***** nal from Brentford last summer but struggled for regular playing opportunities.
The Everton target made 20 appearances for Mikel Arteta's side and will hope to become a regular starter for Moyes next season.
The Toffees have already signed English midfielder Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough, and adding Norgaard to their squad will be huge.
#moyes #toffees #next
The 32-year-old Danish midfielder joined ***** nal from Brentford last summer but struggled for regular playing opportunities.
The Everton target made 20 appearances for Mikel Arteta's side and will hope to become a regular starter for Moyes next season.
The Toffees have already signed English midfielder Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough, and adding Norgaard to their squad will be huge.
#moyes #toffees #next
3 months ago
Charlotte Hornets PR: OFFICIAL: hornets have waived forward Mouhamadou Gueye. Gueye was originally acquired by Charlotte in a four-team trade on July 10, 2026.
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#charlotte #waived #forward #originally
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: hornets have waived forward Mouhamadou Gueye
#charlotte #waived #forward #originally
3 months ago
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Everton are on the hunt for a new club captain for the first time in seven years following Seamus Coleman's departure.
The 37-year-old, who was handed the armband following Phil Jagielka's exit in August 2019, led the Toffees out over 140 times during his captaincy.
Having signed the full-back for £60,000 in January 2009, during his first spell as Everton boss, David Moyes described Coleman as the "glue that has held an awful lot together" and "the one who stepped up to galvanise the team".
Idrissa Gana Gueye's recent decision to leave the club after seven seasons, across two separate spells, has dealt a further blow to the club's player leadership group, with Moyes pointing to the defensive midfielder's "crucial leadership qualities".
#everton #leadership #getty
Everton are on the hunt for a new club captain for the first time in seven years following Seamus Coleman's departure.
The 37-year-old, who was handed the armband following Phil Jagielka's exit in August 2019, led the Toffees out over 140 times during his captaincy.
Having signed the full-back for £60,000 in January 2009, during his first spell as Everton boss, David Moyes described Coleman as the "glue that has held an awful lot together" and "the one who stepped up to galvanise the team".
Idrissa Gana Gueye's recent decision to leave the club after seven seasons, across two separate spells, has dealt a further blow to the club's player leadership group, with Moyes pointing to the defensive midfielder's "crucial leadership qualities".
#everton #leadership #getty
3 months ago
Speaking to Total Sport's Ian Kennedy on BBC Radio Merseyside, The Athletic's Everton correspondent Paddy Boyland said "even in order to stand still" in their Premier League position, Everton have to do "an awful lot of work in the transfer market".
Idrissa Gana Gueye has already left the club and his Senegal team-mate, Iliman Ndiaye, is also linked with an exit, with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal showing their interest.
On the forward's potential move, Boyland said: "The deal will have to work for Everton.
"There's still a position of relative strength when you look at the fact that his contract runs until 2029, three years left on that, they don't have to accept an offer just for the sake of it."
Everton signed 26-year-old Ndiaye for around £15m in 2024 and would be expected to make a large profit from a sale.
#everton #ndiaye
Idrissa Gana Gueye has already left the club and his Senegal team-mate, Iliman Ndiaye, is also linked with an exit, with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal showing their interest.
On the forward's potential move, Boyland said: "The deal will have to work for Everton.
"There's still a position of relative strength when you look at the fact that his contract runs until 2029, three years left on that, they don't have to accept an offer just for the sake of it."
Everton signed 26-year-old Ndiaye for around £15m in 2024 and would be expected to make a large profit from a sale.
#everton #ndiaye
3 months ago
It had been coming, but the news was confirmed today that Idrissa Gana Gueye has left Everton with the expiration of his current contract.
There was a clause in his deal for an optional year, but talks between the club and player looked to have broken down and with a lucrative offer coming in from Al-Diriyah in the Saudi league for the midfielder, Gana has chosen to leave the club.
The 36-year-old had been a mainstay for the club in the middle of the park over two stints, having first signed for the Blues in the summer of 2016 from Aston Villa. He left for three years to play at his boyhood favourite club Paris St. Germain before returning in 2022.
Gueye's tough-tackling, no-nonsense style won him a legion of followers across the fanbase as he soared to the top of league in most defensive metrics, and was instrumental in keeping the club up during recent relegation battles.
He made a total of 236 appearances for the Toffees, winning the Club's Player of the Season award in 2024/25 and twice being named Players' Player of the Season.
#coming #left #year #gueye
There was a clause in his deal for an optional year, but talks between the club and player looked to have broken down and with a lucrative offer coming in from Al-Diriyah in the Saudi league for the midfielder, Gana has chosen to leave the club.
The 36-year-old had been a mainstay for the club in the middle of the park over two stints, having first signed for the Blues in the summer of 2016 from Aston Villa. He left for three years to play at his boyhood favourite club Paris St. Germain before returning in 2022.
Gueye's tough-tackling, no-nonsense style won him a legion of followers across the fanbase as he soared to the top of league in most defensive metrics, and was instrumental in keeping the club up during recent relegation battles.
He made a total of 236 appearances for the Toffees, winning the Club's Player of the Season award in 2024/25 and twice being named Players' Player of the Season.
#coming #left #year #gueye
3 months ago
Al-Ahli's interest in Manu Kone has been confirmed, but the Saudi club face significant hurdles before any move for the Roma midfielder can take shape.
According to Gianluigi Longari, as relayed by AlfredoPedullà.com, Al-Ahli have Kone on their list alongside Idrissa Gueye, but they must first offload Enzo Millot before adding to their midfield. That outgoing is described as a non-negotiable precondition for any incoming business.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 22: Manu Kone #6 of France and Youssef Amyn #7 of Iraq compete for the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between France and Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)
Even with that resolved, two further steps would remain. A negotiation with Roma would have to begin from scratch, and Kone himself would need to open the door to a switch to Saudi Arabia, no small consideration for a France international who has been the subject of Premier League interest this summer.
Manchester United emerged as suitors earlier in the window, turning to the Frenchman after their agreed deal for Atalanta's Ederson collapsed, with Roma reportedly open to a sale at around €50 million as they look to balance the books under UEFA scrutiny.
#philadelphia
According to Gianluigi Longari, as relayed by AlfredoPedullà.com, Al-Ahli have Kone on their list alongside Idrissa Gueye, but they must first offload Enzo Millot before adding to their midfield. That outgoing is described as a non-negotiable precondition for any incoming business.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 22: Manu Kone #6 of France and Youssef Amyn #7 of Iraq compete for the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between France and Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)
Even with that resolved, two further steps would remain. A negotiation with Roma would have to begin from scratch, and Kone himself would need to open the door to a switch to Saudi Arabia, no small consideration for a France international who has been the subject of Premier League interest this summer.
Manchester United emerged as suitors earlier in the window, turning to the Frenchman after their agreed deal for Atalanta's Ederson collapsed, with Roma reportedly open to a sale at around €50 million as they look to balance the books under UEFA scrutiny.
#philadelphia
4 months ago
The Everton players not involved with their national teams returned to Finch Farm to start their preseason fitness conditioning and training on Friday. Jordan Pickford remains with the England side while Idrissa Gueye, Iliman Ndiaye and Nathan Patterson are taking extended breaks following their World Cup efforts.
Attacking midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall was the life of the dressing room last season and looks like that hasn’t changed.
Blues will be encouraged to see defensive lynchpin Jarrad Branthwaite back on his feet and training again, and it appears he has switched to the more conventional squad number 4.
New signing and Everton’s first addition of the summer midfielder Hayden Hackney was also present at the training.
Merlin Rohl saw his loan-to-buy from Bundesliga side SC Freiburg completed last week.
Attacking midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall was the life of the dressing room last season and looks like that hasn’t changed.
Blues will be encouraged to see defensive lynchpin Jarrad Branthwaite back on his feet and training again, and it appears he has switched to the more conventional squad number 4.
New signing and Everton’s first addition of the summer midfielder Hayden Hackney was also present at the training.
Merlin Rohl saw his loan-to-buy from Bundesliga side SC Freiburg completed last week.
4 months ago
We asked for your views on which free agents Man Utd could target this summer and whether there is one player the Red Devils are linked with but you hope they never sign.
Here are some of your comments:
Michael: Idrissa Gueye from Everton would be a perfect fit. Free agent, central defensive midfielder that is very good defensively and can control play. He would be the perfect Casemiro replacement! I pray we don't sign Baleba who hasn't done much to impress me and costs £100m.
Tim: Given Ugarte's injury, surely Goretzka for free with a couple of other central midfield signings brings a bit of experience and squad depth.
Milton: United fans do not want Carlos Baleba.
Here are some of your comments:
Michael: Idrissa Gueye from Everton would be a perfect fit. Free agent, central defensive midfielder that is very good defensively and can control play. He would be the perfect Casemiro replacement! I pray we don't sign Baleba who hasn't done much to impress me and costs £100m.
Tim: Given Ugarte's injury, surely Goretzka for free with a couple of other central midfield signings brings a bit of experience and squad depth.
Milton: United fans do not want Carlos Baleba.
4 months ago
In a recent report, journalist Harry Watkinson claimed that Sunderland are among the clubs hoping to land Villarreal midfielder Pape Gueye. It has been mentioned that the Black Cats would have to rival Everton, Crystal Palace and Brighton and Hove Albion in the race to land the Senegalese talent in this transfer window.
Gueye was an important member of Villarreal’s squad in the previous campaign when he produced a series of impressive displays for them in the middle of the park. The 27-year-old scored five goals and earned a couple of ***** ists in 39 matches for the Spanish outfit last season across all competitions.
The Senegalese sensation is currently among the most talented midfielders in La Liga. Hence, Sunderland would have to make a convincing offer if they are serious about recruiting him later this year.
His current contract at the Spanish club will run out in the summer of 2028, which could make it tough for the Black Cats to sign him on a cut-price deal this off-season.
SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND – MAY 24: Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris waves as he arrives at the ground prior to the Premier League match between Sunderland and Chelsea at Stadium of Light on May 24, 2026 in Sunderland, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Gueye was an important member of Villarreal’s squad in the previous campaign when he produced a series of impressive displays for them in the middle of the park. The 27-year-old scored five goals and earned a couple of ***** ists in 39 matches for the Spanish outfit last season across all competitions.
The Senegalese sensation is currently among the most talented midfielders in La Liga. Hence, Sunderland would have to make a convincing offer if they are serious about recruiting him later this year.
His current contract at the Spanish club will run out in the summer of 2028, which could make it tough for the Black Cats to sign him on a cut-price deal this off-season.
SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND – MAY 24: Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris waves as he arrives at the ground prior to the Premier League match between Sunderland and Chelsea at Stadium of Light on May 24, 2026 in Sunderland, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
4 months ago
Tottenham target West Ham's Crysencio Summerville, Juventus consider Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey, Everton look at Pape Gueye and Mandela Keita to replace Idrissa Gueye.
Tottenham will try to sign West Ham's Netherlands attacker Crysencio Summerville, 24, having already picked up Portugal midfielder Mateus Fernandes, 21, from the relegated Hammers. (GiveMeSport)
Sunderland and Netherlands forward Brian Brobbey, 24, is being considered by Juventus as an alternative to their first-choice target, 27-year-old Frenchman Randal Kolo Muani from Paris St-Germain. (TuttoMercatoWeb - in Italian)
Everton will look to add Villarreal and Senegal international Pape Gueye, 27, or Parma's Belgian midfielder Mandela Keita, 24, if their Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gueye, 36, doesn't sign a contract extension. (Teamtalk)
Aston Villa are interested in Celta Vigo and Guinea midfielder Ilaix Moriba, 23, and are preparing a £15m bid. (Football Insider)
Tottenham will try to sign West Ham's Netherlands attacker Crysencio Summerville, 24, having already picked up Portugal midfielder Mateus Fernandes, 21, from the relegated Hammers. (GiveMeSport)
Sunderland and Netherlands forward Brian Brobbey, 24, is being considered by Juventus as an alternative to their first-choice target, 27-year-old Frenchman Randal Kolo Muani from Paris St-Germain. (TuttoMercatoWeb - in Italian)
Everton will look to add Villarreal and Senegal international Pape Gueye, 27, or Parma's Belgian midfielder Mandela Keita, 24, if their Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gueye, 36, doesn't sign a contract extension. (Teamtalk)
Aston Villa are interested in Celta Vigo and Guinea midfielder Ilaix Moriba, 23, and are preparing a £15m bid. (Football Insider)
4 months ago
Everton’s summer rebuild is beginning to gather momentum, and while Hayden Hackney appears set to become the club’s first major arrival, attention is already turning towards strengthening the heart of midfield even further. According to reporting from TeamTalk, Everton are actively ******* sing multiple options as uncertainty continues to surround the future of Idrissa Gana Gueye.
With Gueye now officially a free agent following the expiry of his contract, Everton face another significant decision over one of their most influential performers. As TeamTalk notes, “Everton could be on the verge of a major midfield reshuffle as they prepare for life without Idrissa Gana Gueye.”
Hackney’s expected arrival addresses one area of David Moyes’ plans, but it appears unlikely to be the final piece of Everton’s midfield puzzle.
TeamTalk reports that Everton hold a genuine interest in Villarreal midfielder Pape Gueye, the Senegal international who has enhanced his reputation during the ongoing World Cup.
His performances have certainly caught attention. As highlighted in the original report, he “has impressed for his country, particularly in a 5-0 group stage victory over Iraq, in which he scored two goals and provided an ******* ist.”
With Gueye now officially a free agent following the expiry of his contract, Everton face another significant decision over one of their most influential performers. As TeamTalk notes, “Everton could be on the verge of a major midfield reshuffle as they prepare for life without Idrissa Gana Gueye.”
Hackney’s expected arrival addresses one area of David Moyes’ plans, but it appears unlikely to be the final piece of Everton’s midfield puzzle.
TeamTalk reports that Everton hold a genuine interest in Villarreal midfielder Pape Gueye, the Senegal international who has enhanced his reputation during the ongoing World Cup.
His performances have certainly caught attention. As highlighted in the original report, he “has impressed for his country, particularly in a 5-0 group stage victory over Iraq, in which he scored two goals and provided an ******* ist.”
4 months ago
African football is reeling after Senegal’s shock elimination from the World Cup. Villarreal midfielder Papé Gueye, one of the squad’s standout players, set off a media bombshell by announcing his temporary resignation from the national team through a forceful message on social media.
Through his Instagram account, the midfielder was unequivocal in making his future with the "Lions of Teranga" conditional on the current manager remaining in charge.
"I’ll speak about the elimination later. For now, I’m announcing that as long as this coaching staff remains, I will take a break from the national team," the player stated.
This drastic decision exposes a deep internal rift in the Senegal dressing room after the World Cup failure against Belgium, where they were leading 2–0 and ended up losing in extra time.
Through his Instagram account, the midfielder was unequivocal in making his future with the "Lions of Teranga" conditional on the current manager remaining in charge.
"I’ll speak about the elimination later. For now, I’m announcing that as long as this coaching staff remains, I will take a break from the national team," the player stated.
This drastic decision exposes a deep internal rift in the Senegal dressing room after the World Cup failure against Belgium, where they were leading 2–0 and ended up losing in extra time.
4 months ago
Senegal take on Belgium in their Round of 32 clash on Wednesday at Seattle Stadium, after Senegal advanced as one of the best third-placed teams in the competition.
Senegal has had a turbulent path to the Round of 32. They advanced as one of the best third-placed teams after a mixed group-stage performance. The Lions of Teranga began with consecutive defeats, losing 3-1 to France and 3-2 to Norway.
Facing elimination, they responded emphatically by defeating Iraq 5-0 in their final group match. Despite that impressive win, they have only one victory in their last five games, making their form somewhat unpredictable.
Selection concerns remain for manager Pape Thiaw, particularly regarding goalkeeper Édouard Mendy, who is a major doubt due to a knee injury suffered against Norway. If he is unavailable again, Mory Diaw is expected to step in once more.
In midfield, Pape Gueye has made a strong case for inclusion after scoring twice as a substitute in the win over Iraq.
Senegal has had a turbulent path to the Round of 32. They advanced as one of the best third-placed teams after a mixed group-stage performance. The Lions of Teranga began with consecutive defeats, losing 3-1 to France and 3-2 to Norway.
Facing elimination, they responded emphatically by defeating Iraq 5-0 in their final group match. Despite that impressive win, they have only one victory in their last five games, making their form somewhat unpredictable.
Selection concerns remain for manager Pape Thiaw, particularly regarding goalkeeper Édouard Mendy, who is a major doubt due to a knee injury suffered against Norway. If he is unavailable again, Mory Diaw is expected to step in once more.
In midfield, Pape Gueye has made a strong case for inclusion after scoring twice as a substitute in the win over Iraq.
4 months ago
Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours
Don’t look now, but David Moyes is a strong contender for the Scotland job following Steve Clarke’s departure.
Jordan Pickford and England gear up for their Round of 32 match against DR Congo on Wednesday following a 2-0 win over Panama. [EFC]
A terrific day for Ndiaye, Gueye, and Senegal as the West African side go into the knockout phase.
Davide Ancelotti will make his Everton return this summer when his Lille side visit for a preseason friendly. [EFC]
Don’t look now, but David Moyes is a strong contender for the Scotland job following Steve Clarke’s departure.
Jordan Pickford and England gear up for their Round of 32 match against DR Congo on Wednesday following a 2-0 win over Panama. [EFC]
A terrific day for Ndiaye, Gueye, and Senegal as the West African side go into the knockout phase.
Davide Ancelotti will make his Everton return this summer when his Lille side visit for a preseason friendly. [EFC]
4 months ago
Michael Scotto: The Atlanta Hawks have exercised their fourth-year, $2.41 million team option on Mouhamed Gueye for the 2026-27 season, league sources told hoopshype. Gueye played in a career-high 77 games for Atlanta, averaging 4.4 points and 3.6 rebounds in 15.3 minutes per game last season.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Hawks pick up Mouhamed Gueye's team option for 2026-27
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Hawks pick up Mouhamed Gueye's team option for 2026-27
4 months ago
The negotiations have stopped. Everton want Hayden Hackney, but Middlesbrough are refusing to budge on their asking price. It is turning into a proper summer saga. The Toffees have already seen two distinct bids knocked back by the Teesside club. First came a £12m package, followed quickly by a £15m offer. Both were swatted away without a second thought. According to the Liverpool Echo, formal contact has finally been established between the two boards after weeks of radio silence. The problem? Goodison officials are still miles off Boro’s actual valuation.
Now, the Mail reports that Middlesbrough are demanding a flat £20m. It is a steep figure. Especially for a player with just twelve months left on his current contract. Everton’s latest throw of the dice totalled £18m, structured as £11m upfront with £7m in add-ons. Boro said no. Despite the posturing, sources close to the deal think an agreement is getting closer. This coming week looks massive. Palace want him too, dangling the carrot of Europa League football. Yet Hackney prefers Merseyside.
David Moyes needs reinforcement. Fast. Last term’s 13th-place finish at the new Hill ***** inson Stadium was decent, but the midfield is unravelling. Idrissa Gueye’s deal expires this month. Tim Iroegbunam has suitors elsewhere. Meanwhile, youngster Isaac Heath has already packed his bags for Cambridge United.
MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND – MARCH 11: Hayden Hackney of Middlesbrough in action during the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough and Charlton Athletic at Riverside Stadium on March 11, 2026 in Middlesbrough, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
He does. Well, mostly.
Now, the Mail reports that Middlesbrough are demanding a flat £20m. It is a steep figure. Especially for a player with just twelve months left on his current contract. Everton’s latest throw of the dice totalled £18m, structured as £11m upfront with £7m in add-ons. Boro said no. Despite the posturing, sources close to the deal think an agreement is getting closer. This coming week looks massive. Palace want him too, dangling the carrot of Europa League football. Yet Hackney prefers Merseyside.
David Moyes needs reinforcement. Fast. Last term’s 13th-place finish at the new Hill ***** inson Stadium was decent, but the midfield is unravelling. Idrissa Gueye’s deal expires this month. Tim Iroegbunam has suitors elsewhere. Meanwhile, youngster Isaac Heath has already packed his bags for Cambridge United.
MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND – MARCH 11: Hayden Hackney of Middlesbrough in action during the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough and Charlton Athletic at Riverside Stadium on March 11, 2026 in Middlesbrough, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
He does. Well, mostly.
5 months ago
(Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)
Midfield is not the only position Everton need to address this summer. There should be huge priority given to both full-back positions. There should also be an awareness that Everton urgently need more pace on the flanks and/or in attack.
But make no mistake, midfield is an area of need.
Even if Idrissa Gana Gueye stays, to keep the options the same as they were last year, Everton are in need of a more natural sitting player, or at the least, a player who can dominate in that area of the field and add real presence both on and off the ball.
But Gueye may well not stay, and Everton, it is understood, would be open to moving Tim Iroegbunam on if the right offer came in.
Midfield is not the only position Everton need to address this summer. There should be huge priority given to both full-back positions. There should also be an awareness that Everton urgently need more pace on the flanks and/or in attack.
But make no mistake, midfield is an area of need.
Even if Idrissa Gana Gueye stays, to keep the options the same as they were last year, Everton are in need of a more natural sitting player, or at the least, a player who can dominate in that area of the field and add real presence both on and off the ball.
But Gueye may well not stay, and Everton, it is understood, would be open to moving Tim Iroegbunam on if the right offer came in.
