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Daily Mirror
14 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
Liverpool's £150m Alexander Isak warning as Arsenal and Gary Lineker come to same conclusion
Liverpool made a huge bid last week to try and sign Alexander Isak, which Newcastle rejected, but the Reds should perhaps consider an issue Gary Lineker and Arsenal identified with the forward Arsenal put themselves out of the race to sign Alexander Isak after his worrying injury record proved to be too off-putting. Newcastle United have already turned down a whopping £120million bid from Liverpool for the Swede. They have so far insisted the £150m-rated striker is not for sale, despite him not travelling on their pre-season tour and training away from the team. He was last week spotted utilising the facilities of his former club Real Sociedad to try and maintain his fitness levels. According to the Liverpool Echo, the Merseysiders have taken a step back in their chase for the forward to see how things pan out between him and Newcastle. As the transfer saga unfolds, a cautionary tale has emerged in the form of Arsenal's reason for deciding not to pursue him – a point similar to one made by ex-Match of the Day host Gary Lineker last year. At one point, Isak was seen as one of Mikel Arteta's dream transfer targets for Arsenal. However, ESPN reports the north Londoners were deterred by Isak's recent injury record. Since his £60m move from Sociedad in the summer of 2022, injuries have caused Isak to miss 39 matches for both club and country. This record, coupled with his hefty transfer fee, is believed to be the reason behind Arsenal ending their interest. It's understood the Gunners considered his record-breaking Premier League price tag and his absence record, and they decided the risk was too great. At the start of last season, Lineker also pointed to Isak's injuries as a potential problem for any new club interested in him. Last year, on the Rest is Football podcast, Lineker highlighted the Scandinavian's injury record as a potential stumbling block for interested clubs. He stated: "17 goals in 24 Premier League appearances. I mean the only question mark against him is that he has missed a few games." This summer, Arsenal turned their attention to Sporting CP star Viktor Gyokeres, who joined in a deal worth roughly £64m. They also snapped up winger Noni Madueke from Chelsea for £52m, while defensive midfielder Martin Zubimendi, goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, Brentford skipper Christian Norgaard and Villarreal defender Cristhian Mosquera have also come on board. Meanwhile, the Echo say Liverpool won't be making a second offer anytime soon. Howe has so far been adamant that Isak is not on the market. However, there's been plenty of activity at St James' Park in the transfer window. They're currently vying with Manchester United for Benjamin Sesko, who's seen as a potential replacement for Isak. Howe's team made a bid just shy of £70m for the 22-year-old, but this was turned down. Despite the speculation, Howe reiterated his and the club's desire for Isak to remain. In a recent press conference, he said: "I don't know what happens next. From our perspective, we still support Alex in every way and my wish is that we see him in a Newcastle shirt again. "I know where he is, really, through the media. From that perspective, it's difficult for me to go into any kind of detail. The situation is far from ideal and is quite complex." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Daily Mail
Our picturesque seaside town has been invaded by Londoners... it is busier in summer but here is why that is a BAD thing
Locals are furious that an 'invasion of Londoners' into their quaint Kent seaside town is 'ruining' the area. They claim traffic has become unbearable, house prices have rocketed and jobs are harder to come by now in Sandgate, as a result. The small town, just outside Folkestone, is known for quaint beaches and colourful homes, and sits on the south coast. But its calm and unique charm is now attracting thousands of Londoners to move in and make it home - leaving locals fuming. Stats show 60 per cent of homes in the town are now being purchased by those from the capital. When the Daily Mail visited this week, there was an obvious divide between the two groups. But those who have moved from London strongly defended their decision, saying it had improved the area and boosted the town's economy. Margaret Fell, 77, described it as an 'invasion'. The retired teacher said: 'It's quite sad because I don't know many people here now. I've lived in the town for 50 years and I used to know everyone. Now I walk into town and I don't know anyone quite often. 'They have come from London and invaded. It's a great shame. I think it's gone too far. What started out as a nice boost and a bit of a resurgence has now just gone over the top. I hear a lot of young people say it is pushing up property prices, so they cannot afford to live here. So they move out and are replaced with those out of the area who can afford it. 'New residents and new homes won't do any good trying to get a doctor's appointment locally as well. The traffic has become an issue as well. It's being ruined.' Retired musician Simon Mundey, 65, said the situation 'really annoyed him'. He said: 'I moved here ten years ago and there's been serious changes since then. I don't like it here. 'I don't like the gentrified yuppies from London who have moved in. They are boring. 'It really annoys me what has happened. 'They want to cancel everything. They want a cancel culture. 'I don't like what this area has become.' Roger Joulin, 74, moved from Blackfriars in London 20 years ago, and said many more people have made the same move in the last few years. He said: 'It's most certainly pushed house prices up in the area. So some people trying to buy a house are struggling. 'Traffic has become worse, there's more cars on the road. The people themselves are great.' Lucy Williamson, 54, said she worried the town would lose its 'charm'. She said: 'It's bustling and busy in the summer. But if all these people move out and go back in the winter, it could leave things quite vulnerable. 'It's a secret little gem I think. We get tourism but also it stands on its own legs and that's because of locals. That's locals who have been here many years. 'If people are moving down to stay, that is great. But we don't want to become a tourist destination. That causes real problems.' The town's calm and unique charm has attracted thousands of Londoners to move in and make it home - leaving locals fuming Mark West, owner of Yap's Cafe, moved from Bexley in south east London, two years ago. The 63-year-old said: 'It's a beautiful town. I'm so glad I came down here. So many more people are coming. 'It's become the area is great and London has gone downhill. Sadiq Khan is the worst mayor on the planet. 'Crime is out of control in London, but there's barely any here. There's no community in London, there's a big one here. You feel welcome here, I didn't in London. I felt like I was being fined and caught out every five seconds. 'I didn't feel safe. It's changed forever. 'I could sell a £500,000 terraced home in Bexley and get a mansion down here. 'I've been made to feel very welcome. I know there's concerns people have about those coming from London. But I have opened this cafe and love it.' Full-time mum Debbie Pinto moved from London six years ago and urged others to do the same. The 62-year-old said: 'It's glorious. It's only one hour on the train into London, it works great. 'I can see why some locals are annoyed. I sympathise with them. You hear their concerns around property prices.' Child psychotherapist Jane Nash, 59, moved from London just a few weeks ago from east London. She said: 'There's some lovely places here. It's a beautiful place. I think people moving in brings benefits to the area.'
RTHK
a day ago
- RTHK
Son Heung-min bids tearful farewell to Spurs in Seoul
Son Heung-min bids tearful farewell to Spurs in Seoul Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-Min applauds fans while leaving the pitch. Photo: Reuters Departing Tottenham captain Son Heung-min was in tears and his teammates threw him in the air on an emotional evening in his native South Korea. Spurs drew 1-1 with Newcastle in a pre-season friendly in Seoul but that was secondary to the farewell for the 33-year-old attacker. There was also the sorry sight of James Maddison being stretchered off with what manager Thomas Frank said "was most likely a bad injury" to his knee. In what could have been his final game for the north Londoners, Son played 65 minutes but did not score at Seoul World Cup Stadium, a day after announcing his decision to leave Tottenham this summer after a decade. He left the pitch to a thunderous ovation from nearly 65,000 fans, hugging his teammates and even his opponents. The South Korea captain was caught offside twice in the early going, as his teammates tried to create opportunities for him, but he did not really assert himself on the match otherwise. Son was replaced in the 65th minute by Mohammed Kudus and he walked off in tears as thousands of fans chanted his name. "I didn't think I was going to cry at first," Son said. "But after hearing a few words from my teammates, leaving the club I've spent so much time with felt really tough. "I felt really, really happy playing this match. Thanks to my fans, my teammates and also my opponents, I've had an unforgettable day," he added. Son, who has been linked with LAFC in Major League Soccer, declined to reveal his next destination, saying: "Nothing has been finalised." Frank said he enjoyed the "unbelievable, beautiful scenes" Son had with players from both sides on his way off the pitch. Newcastle boss Eddie Howe said his players' reaction to the end of Son's night had not been planned. "I think it was very instinctive from the players," Howe said. "I think that speaks volumes for him as a person and him as a footballer that both teams recognise the way he's played the game." Brennan Johnson's right-footed strike opened the scoring for Tottenham in the fourth minute, and the Welsh forward paid homage to Son by mimicking the South Korean star's camera celebration. Harvey Barnes levelled in the 38th minute, beating Antonin Kinsky with a right-footed shot that went in off the post. (AFP)
