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Edinburgh Reporter
8 hours ago
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Hibs midfielder joins Mansfield Town for undisclosed fee
Hibs midfielder Nathan Moriah-Welsh has joined Mansfield Town on a permanent basis for an undisclosed fee. The 23-year-old joined Hibs in January 2024 and went on to make 40 appearances during his time at the Club. Moriah-Welsh made 24 appearances in all competitions last season, scoring one goal, which came against Peterhead in the League Cup. The Guyana international will now return to England, where he has spent the majority of his playing career having come through the ranks at AFC Bournemouth before featuring for Newport County prior to joining Hibs. On his departure, Hibs Head Coach David Gray commented: 'First of all, I would like to wish Nathan all the very best for his future career. He is good professional, and he has been brilliant to work with. 'Unfortunately, we couldn't provide Nathan with as much game-time as he would've liked, due to the number of options we have in the middle of the pitch. Hopefully, he will be able to kick-on and embrace this new challenge at Mansfield Town.' Hibs Sporting Director, Malky Mackay commented: 'It was important that we found the right club and got the right deal for Nathan to make sure he continued to progress his career. He is terrific young man, a top professional and a credit to his family. 'He leaves with the very best wishes from myself and from everyone at the Football Club and we wish him the best of luck going forward.' Moriah-Welsh told the Mansfield Town website: Nathan said: 'Mansfield was the club that stood out to me the most. I've had chats with the gaffer [Nigel Clough] and Simon [Clough] and everything seemed to make sense so it's the right move at the right time to go and push on. 'Having chats with Will Evans and Aaron Lewis, good things were said about the club. 'I've played here previously in the past and it's always been a tough game so all those things added up to a good move in the end. 'I always want to improve as a player and a person. I'm an energetic midfielder who wants to get up and down and likes a tackle.' Like this: Like Related
ITV News
10 hours ago
- Sport
- ITV News
England footballer Alex Scott urges fans to spur them on to European glory
England footballer Alex Scott has issued a rallying cry to supporters, urging them to spur the team on to European success. The Guernsey-born midfielder is expected to start Saturday evening's Euro Under-21 Final against Germany in Bratislava and believes the Three Lions' fans could make the difference. He says: "A massive thank you for supporting so far, we're going to need you for one more game. "I see all the messages and kind words from people back home and it would be nice to come back with a winner's medal next week." The young Premier League player struggled with injury at points last season, starting around half of AFC Bournemouth's league games and calls it "one of the toughest periods I've had in football so far". Scott then broke his jaw and required surgery towards the end of the campaign after being caught by Aston Villa defender Tyrone Mings' elbow, requiring him to wear a protective chin strap during this tournament. He explains: "That's just been my luck ... The heat doesn't help at all. At any point I can, I take it off and have a little breather from the chin strap but it's fine. "I've adapted and if we end up winning, I'm probably going to have to keep wearing it for next season. It'll be a little lucky charm, hopefully." Scott netted against Germany at the group stage, albeit during a 2-1 defeat, and hopes he can get on the scoresheet once again as the two historic rivals face off for the trophy. He says: "I need to score more goals so that was nice to get my first for the under-21s and to do it in a tournament too makes it extra special. "Hopefully, I can do it again in the final; that would be one of my best moments in football if I managed to do that. "I'll be doing everything I can for this badge that's on my chest because it's massive for the country. We'll be ready for the final and everybody's looking forward to it." Scott will be supported by family and friends who are in Slovakia to watch the big game, including his parents and grandparents. He adds: "It's been great to have them around and when we get a bit of free time, I can go out into the old town here, have a coffee and catch up with them because during the season, I don't get to see them too often. "Obviously, the travelling is tough but they've done everything they can to come out here and support me so I'm very grateful for them and hopefully we can lift the trophy together after the game." Want the inside track on the key issues that will shape Guernsey's Election this June? Listen to Guernsey Votes, an ITV Channel podcast packed with expert guests, local insight and analysis you can trust...
Yahoo
18 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Journalist: Liverpool were ‘in Contact' with Two Other Left-Backs Before Signing Milos Kerkez
Milos Kerkez Arrival Signals Ruthless Liverpool Evolution Under Slot Liverpool's £40 million signing of Milos Kerkez from AFC Bournemouth may not have come as a surprise, but it still marks a bold step in the club's calculated evolution under Arne Slot. The left-back position has long been associated with Andy Robertson's relentless consistency, but with the Scotland international now 31 and his long-term future quietly under review, Kerkez's arrival feels like more than just a depth addition. Advertisement David Lynch told Anfield Index's Dave Davis, 'Maxim De Cuyper was also on the radar and there was light contact there, but it's become clear that they were both backup options behind Milos Kerkez.' That clarity is instructive. Despite whispers of interest in Rayan Aït-Nouri and De Cuyper, it's Kerkez that Liverpool clearly prioritised. Lynch added, 'I think there was something in the links to Ait-Nouri. I know he was a player they liked.' This was not a panic buy, nor a speculative move. Kerkez has been monitored closely for some time and is seen as the best fit stylistically and tactically for what Slot wants from his full-backs. Slot's Vision Is Taking Shape Slot's Premier League-winning debut campaign raised eyebrows across Europe, and his early transfer window moves suggest this is only the beginning. Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz have already arrived in deals totalling £145 million, and the Kerkez addition continues a targeted, high-ceiling recruitment drive. Advertisement Lynch noted, 'He offers so much, he's very young and he's already very good. So it's still an exciting signing even though it has been previewed for so long.' The sense is that Liverpool are upgrading while on top. That kind of ambition is rare and speaks volumes about the backing the new manager is receiving. Kerkez's technical ability, positional aggression and maturity in and out of possession make him a perfect fit for Slot's attacking principles. This is about building a second era of dominance, not just retaining trophies. Robertson's Future Under Quiet Scrutiny Andy Robertson remains a popular figure at Anfield, but his future is being weighed carefully. As Lynch revealed, 'It's an interesting one with Robbo because I've been told the club aren't ruling out an exit for him this summer.' That comment is more than speculation, especially given the size of the investment in Kerkez and the whispers surrounding Robertson's body. Photo: IMAGO Advertisement While Slot will not force a club legend out, this could be a summer of difficult decisions. Liverpool are known to operate quietly but decisively when opportunities arise. Global Pull of Liverpool on the Rise Perhaps most interestingly, Lynch offered a perspective that underlines the club's resurgence on the global stage. 'We've said for years how big of a club Liverpool are, but now its status within modern football has really reached a level that puts them on a pedestal alongside the likes of Bayern Munich and Barcelona and above Manchester United.' The words of Dominik Szoboszlai to Kerkez—'when you come to Liverpool, you're coming to the pinnacle in football'—resonate strongly. This is not just a destination club anymore, it is the destination. As Lynch put it, 'Liverpool are really back at the peak of football and it says a lot about the ownership and the work done by Jurgen Klopp previously that top players are now begging to join Liverpool.' With three signings through the door before July, Liverpool's intent is crystal clear. Evolution is underway, and it is being executed with the precision of a title-winning side refusing to stand still.
Straits Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Liverpool sign defender Kerkez from Bournemouth
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - AFC Bournemouth v Leicester City - Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth, Britain - May 25, 2025 AFC Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez in action with Leicester City's Kasey McAteer Action Images via Reuters/John Sibley EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NO USE WITH UNAUTHORIZED AUDIO, VIDEO, DATA, FIXTURE LISTS, CLUB/LEAGUE LOGOS OR 'LIVE' SERVICES. ONLINE IN-MATCH USE LIMITED TO 120 IMAGES, NO VIDEO EMULATION. NO USE IN BETTING, GAMES OR SINGLE CLUB/LEAGUE/PLAYER PUBLICATIONS. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE FOR FURTHER DETAILS../File Photo REUTERS Liverpool have signed Hungary left back Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth, the Premier League champions said on Thursday. The Merseyside club agreed a 40 million-pound ($54.9 million) fee to recruit the 21-year-old on a five-year contract, their third signing of the transfer window after midfielder Florian Wirtz and wing-back Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen. "It's a real honour for me, a privilege to come to play for one of the biggest clubs in the world, (the) biggest club in England. I'm just really, really happy and excited," Kerkez said in a statement. "I'll go home and in my hometown enjoy a few days, and then I can't really wait to come back and put the training kit on and start to train and prepare for the season." Kerkez joined Liverpool after two impressive seasons at Bournemouth, in which he made 74 appearances. Born in Serbia, Kerkez has earned 23 caps for Hungary since making his debut against Germany in 2022. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
Liverpool Confirm the Signing of Milos Kerkez in £40m Deal
Kerkez Signs for Liverpool from AFC Bournemouth as Reds Continue Summer Overhaul Liverpool's relentless march into their new chapter under Arne Slot has taken another confident stride, as the club confirmed the signing of Milos Kerkez from AFC Bournemouth for a fee of £40million. The 21-year-old left-back becomes the latest piece in what's already shaping into a calculated, high-quality rebuild from the Premier League champions. Advertisement Having already brought in Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz, the addition of Kerkez strengthens a position that has quietly needed fresh energy. The Hungary international passed his medical and inked a long-term deal at the AXA Training Centre, joining a side determined to build on the momentum of last season's title triumph. Kerkez Embraces the Challenge Kerkez, speaking to wasted no time expressing his enthusiasm. 'I'm really happy. It's a real honour for me, a privilege to come to play for one of the biggest clubs in the world, [the] biggest club in England. I'm just really, really happy and excited.' Those words, delivered with youthful energy and pride, hint at a player hungry to earn his place. While Wirtz's marquee arrival may have grabbed the bigger headlines, Kerkez offers a shrewd solution to Liverpool's evolving tactical demands, particularly with Andy Robertson now edging into his thirties. Track Record in the Premier League and Beyond Kerkez arrives at Anfield with solid Premier League experience already under his belt. In two seasons with AFC Bournemouth, he notched up 74 appearances, delivering two goals and eight assists. His direct running and attacking intent suit the blueprint Slot is installing at Liverpool. Advertisement Before his time on the south coast, Kerkez sharpened his craft across Europe. From humble beginnings at ETO FC Gyor, he earned a move to AC Milan before truly catching the eye at AZ Alkmaar, where he played 57 games in just 18 months. His journey has been rapid, but not without grit. With 23 international caps since debuting against Germany in the UEFA Nations League, Kerkez is no stranger to high-stakes football. Recognition has followed him too, with a shortlisting for the 2024-25 Men's PFA Young Player of the Year and a finalist spot in the 2023 Golden Boy award. Message to the Supporters Kerkez signed off his first interview with a note of appreciation and promise. Advertisement 'I just want to thank everyone for really showing me big love, even before it will be announced now. And keep supporting the team like you support always, because you're the biggest fan base in the world. I'm going to give everything – absolutely everything – to win trophies with the club and to hopefully score some goals at Anfield. I can't wait to hear the roar. And see you soon.' His squad number is expected to be confirmed in the coming weeks, but one thing is already certain: Milos Kerkez is all in, and Liverpool fans will demand nothing less.
