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Scottish Sun
3 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Dominic Calvert-Lewin to Celtic described as a ‘no-brainer' as key concern over ex-Everton star raised
The Hoops are tracking a £1.5million-rated striker from Japan DOM DEAL Dominic Calvert-Lewin to Celtic described as a 'no-brainer' as key concern over ex-Everton star raised CELTIC are likely to bolster up front in the transfer window this summer. So could Dominic Calvert-Lewin be an option for the Hoops? Advertisement 4 Dominic Calvert-Lewin is available on a free after leaving Everton Credit: PA 4 Brendan Rodgers is looking to add a striker this summer Credit: PA 4 The possibility of Calvert-Lewin to Celtic was discussed on talkSPORT Credit: TALKSPORT Former England international Calvert-Lewin, 28, is a free agent after announcing over the weekend that he was leaving Everton. The frontman had spent the last nine years with the Toffees, scoring 71 goals in 274 appearances across all competitions. Exactly where he'll end up now remains to be seen, but the possibility of a move to CELTIC has been floated. Rangers legend Ally McCoist returned to co-hosting duties on talkSPORT Breakfast this morning alongside Jeff Stelling. Advertisement Former Olympian Sam Quek was also part of the team this morning, and led the two broadcasting legends in a game where they had to say if they were in favour - or otherwise - for transfer suggestions she floated. They ran the rule over Marc Guehi to Liverpool and Joao Pedro to Chelsea, before Quek floated the possibility of Calvert-Lewin going to Parkhead. Both McCoist and Stelling reckon it'd be a good move for both parties - but McCoist revealed a key concern with Calvert-Lewin. He said: "Fitness. It's fitness, it's only fitness. It's fitness for me. Advertisement "You get him on the pitch, he would absolutely do well at Celtic, there's no doubt about it. "Pacy, good in the air, he'd score you goals. Just the question mark over fitness, that's all I've got." Celtic legend Peter Grant reveals which Rangers players were good pals and how they managed to socialise in Glasgow goldfish bowl Stelling added: "It's an absolute no-brainer. A no-brainer. "Getting him on a free transfer, we know he can play. Advertisement "If they oculd keep him fit, I think it'd be a good move for him. "He'd score goals there, regain his conference and wouldn't be surprised if in a couple of years time he'd be back in the Premier League." McCoist added: "I just want to see him fit, I want to see him play. Not too well if he goes to Celtic, on the other hand!" Having lost Kyogo Furuhashi to Rennes in January, Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is likely to add a striker this summer. Advertisement Kyogo's exit left Adam Idah as the only recognised out-and-out striker in the squad with Johnny Kenny backing him up. Daizen Maeda was the man who stepped-up after Kyogo's exit, moving in from the wing to make the centre-forward position his own in a prolific second half to the campaign. SunSport exclusively revealed earlier this month how the Hoops were tracking Japanese striker Shin Yamada. The £1.5million-rated frontman currently playes for side Kawasaki Frontale, the same club the Celts signed Reo Hatate from three-and-a-half years ago. Advertisement Meanwhile, Celtic striker Kenny, 22, is wanted by Bolton Wanderers. We exclusively revealed over the weekend that the English League One side are after him with the Hoops to command a £1m fee for the former Republic of Ireland under-21 star. 4 Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
The Star
4 hours ago
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- The Star
Soccer-Everton's Calvert-Lewin leaving after nine years with the club
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - Everton v Southampton - Goodison Park, Liverpool, Britain - May 18, 2025 Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin comes on as a substitute during the last match for the men's team at Goodison Park REUTERS/Dylan Martinez/File Photo (Reuters) -Dominic Calvert-Lewin is leaving Everton as a free agent after nine years at the Premier League club, the striker said on Sunday. Calvert-Lewin, who scored 57 goals in 239 league appearances for Everton, said leaving was an "incredibly difficult decision". "This isn't something I chose lightly," he wrote on social media. "Everton has been my home since I was 19-years-old. It's the place that saw potential in me, challenged me to grow and shaped me both as a footballer and as a man. "The choice to move on was not simply about me, it was a decision with my family and we spent a long time considering together." Calvert-Lewin had his best season at Everton in 2020-21 when he netted 16 goals in the league, but struggled in the following four seasons, scoring only 17 times in the competition. (Reporting by Chiranjit Ojha in Bengaluru; Editing by Peter Rutherford)
Straits Times
4 hours ago
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- Straits Times
Everton's Calvert-Lewin leaving after nine years with the club
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - Everton v Southampton - Goodison Park, Liverpool, Britain - May 18, 2025 Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin comes on as a substitute during the last match for the men's team at Goodison Park REUTERS/Dylan Martinez/File Photo Everton's Calvert-Lewin leaving after nine years with the club Dominic Calvert-Lewin is leaving Everton as a free agent after nine years at the Premier League club, the striker said on Sunday. Calvert-Lewin, who scored 57 goals in 239 league appearances for Everton, said leaving was an "incredibly difficult decision". "This isn't something I chose lightly," he wrote on social media. "Everton has been my home since I was 19-years-old. It's the place that saw potential in me, challenged me to grow and shaped me both as a footballer and as a man. "The choice to move on was not simply about me, it was a decision with my family and we spent a long time considering together." Calvert-Lewin had his best season at Everton in 2020-21 when he netted 16 goals in the league, but struggled in the following four seasons, scoring only 17 times in the competition. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
New Straits Times
9 hours ago
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- New Straits Times
Calvert-Lewin to leave Everton on a free transfer
LIVERPOOL: Former England international Dominic Calvert-Lewin announced on Sunday he will leave Everton on a free transfer after failing to agree a new contract with the Toffees. Calvert-Lewin, 28, said he was seeking a "new challenge" after a nine-year spell on Merseyside. The former Sheffield United striker was once the deputy to Harry Kane as England's number nine, scoring four times in 11 appearances. But his last inclusion in an England squad was as part of the team that reached the final of Euro 2020. He leaves as Everton's third-highest goalscorer in the Premier League with 71 goals in 273 appearances in all competitions. However, his career has been blighted by a number of lengthy spells on the sidelines due to injury. "After nine remarkable years at this club, I've made the incredibly difficult decision – together with my family – to begin a new chapter in my career," Calvert-Lewin said in a message posted on Instagram. "The choice to move on was not simply about me – it was a decision my family and I spent a long time considering together. "We believe it is the right moment to seek a new challenge and continue growing, but that doesn't lessen the bond I'll always have with Everton." Manchester United, Newcastle and Chelsea are among the clubs to have previously been linked with a move for Calvert-Lewin. — AFP
Metro
16 hours ago
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- Metro
Man Utd surprise favourites to sign former England star on free transfer
Manchester United have emerged as the joint-favourites to sign a former England striker who is available on a free transfer this summer. The Red Devils are in need of a new No.9 following a woeful season in front of goal, with Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee scoring just seven Premier League goals between them. Hojlund has even been linked with a transfer away from Old Trafford having failed to live up to his £72million price tag. Benjamin Sesko, Viktor Gyokeres and Hugo Ekitike have been linked with Ruben Amorim's side but these are expensive options and money is tight following the signing of Matheus Cunha and the expected arrival of Bryan Mbeumo. Budget alternatives will be under consideration and that is perhaps why United are the bookies favourites to snap up Dominic Calvert-Lewin who will be a free agent after leaving Everton. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link so we can send you football news tailored to you. On Sunday, Calvert-Lewin announced he would be departing Merseyside after nine 'remarkable' years, saying: 'I've made the incredibly difficult decision, together with my family, to begin a new chapter in my career. 'This isn't something I chose lightly. Everton has been my home since I was 19 years old. It's the place that saw potential in me, challenged me to grow, and shaped me both as a footballer and as a man. 'This choice to move on was not simply about me, it was a decision my family and I spent a long time considering together. 'We believe it's the right moment to seek a new challenge and continue growing, but that doesn't lessen the bond I'll always have with Everton.' Calvert-Lewin was one of the deadliest strikers in the Premier League from 2019 to 2021, scoring 36 goals in 80 games across two seasons. Appearances: 273 Goals: 71 Assists: 22 He also scored four times in 11 caps for England and was part of the squad that reached the final of Euro 2020. More Trending Injuries have severely limited his impact of late however, finding the back of the net just three times in 26 appearances last season, yet his stock remains high, with United, Chelsea and Newcastle all linked with him last summer. The Magpies are the joint-favourites to sign the 28-year-old this time around with Leeds and West Ham among the frontrunners. Arsenal, who were very interested in Calvert-Lewin a few years ago, are in need of a new striker and could also be a potential destination for him. Man Utd, Newcastle – 6/1 Leeds – 9/1 West Ham, Besiktas, Celtic – 10/1 Nottingham Forest, Arsenal, Marseille – 12/1 AC Milan – 14/1 Odds courtesy of bet365 For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Arsenal 'suddenly' consider signing £85m Liverpool and Chelsea transfer target MORE: Man Utd eyeing bargain Andre Onana replacement as decision made on goalkeeper's future MORE: Sporting dig out Man Utd star in new Viktor Gyokeres message to Arsenal
