1 hr. ago
Youssef Chermiti faces a long recovery from anterior cruciate ligament damage sustained shortly after Rangers turned down an offer for the striker.
The 22-year-old Portuguese was injured during Sunday's 2-1 home defeat to Hibernian as he collided with advertising boards following a jarring challenge.
A club announcement via social media states Chermiti "will be out of action for a significant period of time".
He moved to Ibrox from Everton in September 2025, reportedly becoming Rangers' most expensive purchase since Tore Andre Flo in 2000.
Capped at under-21 level by Portugal, the centre forward has made 43 Rangers appearances, 30 of them starts, scoring 15 goals.
#youssef #ibrox #everton
The 22-year-old Portuguese was injured during Sunday's 2-1 home defeat to Hibernian as he collided with advertising boards following a jarring challenge.
A club announcement via social media states Chermiti "will be out of action for a significant period of time".
He moved to Ibrox from Everton in September 2025, reportedly becoming Rangers' most expensive purchase since Tore Andre Flo in 2000.
Capped at under-21 level by Portugal, the centre forward has made 43 Rangers appearances, 30 of them starts, scoring 15 goals.
#youssef #ibrox #everton
5 days ago
LAS VEGAS – It will be nearly 20 months between fights for Billy Quarantillo, and the time off may have been worth it.
Quarantillo (18-7 MMA, 6-5 UFC) not only went under the knife, but he also made a major decision to move from the featherweight division up to lightweight. He'll get a chance to show off his new frame in the co-main event of UFC Fight Night 284 at the Meta APEX (Paramount+), when he takes on Diego Ferreira.
"I had knee surgery last year, so obviously, that takes a lot of time away, and then just focusing on rehab, doing everything right," Quarantillo told reporters at media day about his absence. "Then I decided to move up a weight class because I'm getting older, but bigger, stronger. It's been great so far keeping the size on, but obviously, a long layoff."
The 37-year-old says he's been contemplating a switch after his most recent results, which did not go his way. He was stopped by Youssef Zalal and Cub Swanson in his last couple of appearances, but he felt he had to fight not only his human opponent but also an inanimate one: the scale. Moving forward, he's going to be focused moreso on fighting the person standing across the cage from him, and is optimistic the results will turn around.
"It's been one of those things that's been building up for the last couple of fights," Quarantillo said. "... Before the Youssef Zalal fight, I actually made weight, and I was puking the night before. Pretty much all night. As a fighter, I was like, 'Oh man, at least I lost some weight doing this.' Looking back on it, that was awful.
#fight #weight #zalal
Quarantillo (18-7 MMA, 6-5 UFC) not only went under the knife, but he also made a major decision to move from the featherweight division up to lightweight. He'll get a chance to show off his new frame in the co-main event of UFC Fight Night 284 at the Meta APEX (Paramount+), when he takes on Diego Ferreira.
"I had knee surgery last year, so obviously, that takes a lot of time away, and then just focusing on rehab, doing everything right," Quarantillo told reporters at media day about his absence. "Then I decided to move up a weight class because I'm getting older, but bigger, stronger. It's been great so far keeping the size on, but obviously, a long layoff."
The 37-year-old says he's been contemplating a switch after his most recent results, which did not go his way. He was stopped by Youssef Zalal and Cub Swanson in his last couple of appearances, but he felt he had to fight not only his human opponent but also an inanimate one: the scale. Moving forward, he's going to be focused moreso on fighting the person standing across the cage from him, and is optimistic the results will turn around.
"It's been one of those things that's been building up for the last couple of fights," Quarantillo said. "... Before the Youssef Zalal fight, I actually made weight, and I was puking the night before. Pretty much all night. As a fighter, I was like, 'Oh man, at least I lost some weight doing this.' Looking back on it, that was awful.
#fight #weight #zalal
5 days ago
OH Leuven have once again changed manager to start the season. Felice Mazzu is out, with former Dender and Westerlo man Timmy Simons coming in. Can he finally help a side with a decent financial backing live up to its potential? Or will Leicester City's relegation from the second tier of English football diverted attention away from OH Leuven and towards the struggling foxes?
Transfers in: Emmanuel Addai (Qarabag), Jamie Lawrence (WSG Tirol), Takuya Ogiwara (Urawa Red Diamonds), Shin Yamada (Celtic), Dani van den Heuvel (Club Brugge), Lukasz Lakomy (Young Boys, converted loan)
Transfers out: Romeo Monticelli (Francs Borains), Casper Terho (Sparta Rotterdam), Takuma Ominami (Varen Nagasaki), Sory Kaba (Al-Dhafra), Takahiro Akimoto (Machida Zelvia), Theo Radelet (RAAL La Louviere), Youssef Maziz (Colorado), Mathieu Maertens (free), Maxence Prevot (Dunkerque)
Key player: Siebe Schrijvers
As a younger player, Schijvers was seen as a striker/winger, but in recent years he has converted into a very good central midfielder. The 30-year-old has been OH Leuven's best player for a number of years now, and will once again be key to their success this season. Injuries hampered him somewhat last season, with 30 games played and three goals scored. Keeping Schrijvers fit is key for an OH Leuven side that doesn't have much recognisable Pro League quality.
#side
Transfers in: Emmanuel Addai (Qarabag), Jamie Lawrence (WSG Tirol), Takuya Ogiwara (Urawa Red Diamonds), Shin Yamada (Celtic), Dani van den Heuvel (Club Brugge), Lukasz Lakomy (Young Boys, converted loan)
Transfers out: Romeo Monticelli (Francs Borains), Casper Terho (Sparta Rotterdam), Takuma Ominami (Varen Nagasaki), Sory Kaba (Al-Dhafra), Takahiro Akimoto (Machida Zelvia), Theo Radelet (RAAL La Louviere), Youssef Maziz (Colorado), Mathieu Maertens (free), Maxence Prevot (Dunkerque)
Key player: Siebe Schrijvers
As a younger player, Schijvers was seen as a striker/winger, but in recent years he has converted into a very good central midfielder. The 30-year-old has been OH Leuven's best player for a number of years now, and will once again be key to their success this season. Injuries hampered him somewhat last season, with 30 games played and three goals scored. Keeping Schrijvers fit is key for an OH Leuven side that doesn't have much recognisable Pro League quality.
#side
8 days ago
Zabit Magomedsharipov has another grappling match lined up – this time against top-ranked UFC featherweight Youssef Zalal in the main event of ACBJJ 22 in Istanbul, Turkey, on Aug. 30.
ACBJJ also officially announced Monday that former UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad will compete on the card, taking on former Oktagon ****** leholder Kerim Engizek.
Magomedsharipov vs. Zalal will be contested at 154 pounds, while Muhammad grapples Engizek in a 198-pound match.
Magomedsharipov was expected to face Raul Rosas Jr. in a grappling contest this past July, his first appearance since retiring from the UFC in 2020, but withdrew from the card with an undisclosed injury,
Zalal re-enters competition after losing to Aljamain Sterling in a UFC main event this past April, snapping a nine-fight unbeaten streak inside the octagon with five of those wins coming by way of submission.
#match
ACBJJ also officially announced Monday that former UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad will compete on the card, taking on former Oktagon ****** leholder Kerim Engizek.
Magomedsharipov vs. Zalal will be contested at 154 pounds, while Muhammad grapples Engizek in a 198-pound match.
Magomedsharipov was expected to face Raul Rosas Jr. in a grappling contest this past July, his first appearance since retiring from the UFC in 2020, but withdrew from the card with an undisclosed injury,
Zalal re-enters competition after losing to Aljamain Sterling in a UFC main event this past April, snapping a nine-fight unbeaten streak inside the octagon with five of those wins coming by way of submission.
#match
20 days 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
1 month ago
Andy Halliday believes Rangers have the "perfect foils" for new striker Lawrence Shankland in Youssef Chermiti and Ryan Naderi.
Chermiti and Naderi often partnered each other in attack last season, with Shankland set to join up with Rangers' squad soon after having represented Scotland at the World Cup.
"In Youssef Chermiti and Ryan Naderi, I think it's two perfect foils for Lawrence Shankland," former Rangers midfielder Halliday told the BBC's Scottish Football Podcast.
"Two big athletic players with physical profiles who can do a bit more running than Lawrence Shankland probably can.
"And it allows Lawrence Shankland to stay in the penalty box and in between the goal frame where he's such a threat."
Chermiti and Naderi often partnered each other in attack last season, with Shankland set to join up with Rangers' squad soon after having represented Scotland at the World Cup.
"In Youssef Chermiti and Ryan Naderi, I think it's two perfect foils for Lawrence Shankland," former Rangers midfielder Halliday told the BBC's Scottish Football Podcast.
"Two big athletic players with physical profiles who can do a bit more running than Lawrence Shankland probably can.
"And it allows Lawrence Shankland to stay in the penalty box and in between the goal frame where he's such a threat."
1 month ago
Celtic have agreed to pay the asking fee for Qarabag's Colombian winger Camilo Duran, 24. (Futbol Info - in Azerbaijani)
Rangers do not wish to sell forward Youssef Chermiti, 22, amid interest from Lyon. (Football Mercato - in French)
Luca Rankin, the 16-year-old son of former Dundee United and Hibernian midfielder John, has signed his first professional contract with Rangers. (Sun)
Malachi **** an-Walcott, 24, had interest from English Championship and League One clubs before choosing to join Hearts. (Edinburgh Evening News - subscription required)
Hearts head coach Wouter Vrancken is relaxed about speculation surrounding forward Claudio Braga, 26. (Edinburgh Evening News - subscription required)
Rangers do not wish to sell forward Youssef Chermiti, 22, amid interest from Lyon. (Football Mercato - in French)
Luca Rankin, the 16-year-old son of former Dundee United and Hibernian midfielder John, has signed his first professional contract with Rangers. (Sun)
Malachi **** an-Walcott, 24, had interest from English Championship and League One clubs before choosing to join Hearts. (Edinburgh Evening News - subscription required)
Hearts head coach Wouter Vrancken is relaxed about speculation surrounding forward Claudio Braga, 26. (Edinburgh Evening News - subscription required)
1 month ago
Olympique Lyonnais are in the market for a new forward this summer and, after showing interest in Hearts' Claudio Braga (26), the club have now turned their attention towards Glasgow Rangers' Youssef Chermiti (22), according to a report from Foot Mercato.
OL are without a talisman heading into the coming season. Endrick's loan from Real Madrid has expired, Rachid Ghezzal's contract has expired, and Roman Yaremchuk's loan move has not (yet) been made permanent.
There is a big hole to fill and Lyon believe that Chermiti can fill it. Following his €8m move from Everton last summer, the Portugal U21 international excelled in Scotland. In all competitions, he scored 15 goals and registered five ****** ists in 41 matches in all competitions.
Foot Mercato understands that there have already been talks between Lyon and Rangers regarding a transfer for the striker. The publication adds that a bid just shy of €20m, including bonuses, could be submitted by the Ligue 1 club.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
OL are without a talisman heading into the coming season. Endrick's loan from Real Madrid has expired, Rachid Ghezzal's contract has expired, and Roman Yaremchuk's loan move has not (yet) been made permanent.
There is a big hole to fill and Lyon believe that Chermiti can fill it. Following his €8m move from Everton last summer, the Portugal U21 international excelled in Scotland. In all competitions, he scored 15 goals and registered five ****** ists in 41 matches in all competitions.
Foot Mercato understands that there have already been talks between Lyon and Rangers regarding a transfer for the striker. The publication adds that a bid just shy of €20m, including bonuses, could be submitted by the Ligue 1 club.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
2 months ago
The main football tournament of the year is just around the corner. The licensed platform, 1xBet Ireland, takes a look at the first matches of the national teams featuring Manchester United players.
Following the Global Football Tournament’s group stage is more exciting with the welcome offer from 1xBet Ireland. Newcomers can receive €40 in free bets when placing a bet of €10 or more, while Manchester United fans can claim a Welcome Bonus with the promo code MANUTDWC2026.
In the group stage openers, several Manchester United players will be in action. Noussair Mazraoui is expected to line up for Morocco, while Casemiro and Matheus Cunha are set to feature for Brazil.
Morocco reached the semi-finals of the tournament’s previous edition and remain one of Africa’s strongest sides. However, ahead of the opening fixture, Moroccan fans are left with plenty of questions. Mohamed Wahbi has only recently taken charge, and his decision to leave Youssef En-Nesyri – one of the national team’s key players in recent years – out of the squad came as a surprise. Ahead of the match against Brazil, such a change is particularly risky. The Canarinho are favourites, but Morocco are capable of springing surprises against top sides.
Brazil vs Morocco: W1 – 1.635*, Х – 3.94*, W2 – 6.1*.
Following the Global Football Tournament’s group stage is more exciting with the welcome offer from 1xBet Ireland. Newcomers can receive €40 in free bets when placing a bet of €10 or more, while Manchester United fans can claim a Welcome Bonus with the promo code MANUTDWC2026.
In the group stage openers, several Manchester United players will be in action. Noussair Mazraoui is expected to line up for Morocco, while Casemiro and Matheus Cunha are set to feature for Brazil.
Morocco reached the semi-finals of the tournament’s previous edition and remain one of Africa’s strongest sides. However, ahead of the opening fixture, Moroccan fans are left with plenty of questions. Mohamed Wahbi has only recently taken charge, and his decision to leave Youssef En-Nesyri – one of the national team’s key players in recent years – out of the squad came as a surprise. Ahead of the match against Brazil, such a change is particularly risky. The Canarinho are favourites, but Morocco are capable of springing surprises against top sides.
Brazil vs Morocco: W1 – 1.635*, Х – 3.94*, W2 – 6.1*.
2 months ago
Cammy Devlin is reportedly emotionally torn between a new Heart of Midlothian contract and rival offers, while Robbie Keane is said to have been told he could yet be Celtic manager some day.
Out-of-contract Australia midfielder Cammy Devlin is torn over big money offers from a club in Major League Soccer, one from the Turkish Super Lig and another in the English Championship as Hearts want him to stay on improved terms. (Daily Record)
Porto, PSV Eindhoven and Galatasaray are among the clubs interested in Rangers striker Youssef Chermiti. (Rudy Galetti on X)
The NXT Level Lab coaching centre in Marbella, Spain, says 19-year-old midfielder Bailey Rice is there to build-up his fitness to prepare for pre-season with Rangers, where he is out of contract this summer amid interest from the likes of Ajax and Aston Villa. (The National)
Rangers-linked striker Joe Gelhardt will hold talks with Leeds United about his future after the 24-year-old returned from his loan to Hull City. (Alan Nixon on Patreon)
Out-of-contract Australia midfielder Cammy Devlin is torn over big money offers from a club in Major League Soccer, one from the Turkish Super Lig and another in the English Championship as Hearts want him to stay on improved terms. (Daily Record)
Porto, PSV Eindhoven and Galatasaray are among the clubs interested in Rangers striker Youssef Chermiti. (Rudy Galetti on X)
The NXT Level Lab coaching centre in Marbella, Spain, says 19-year-old midfielder Bailey Rice is there to build-up his fitness to prepare for pre-season with Rangers, where he is out of contract this summer amid interest from the likes of Ajax and Aston Villa. (The National)
Rangers-linked striker Joe Gelhardt will hold talks with Leeds United about his future after the 24-year-old returned from his loan to Hull City. (Alan Nixon on Patreon)
