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Yahoo
2 days ago
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Gabby Williams on WNBA CBA talks ahead of All-Star Game: 'It's very clear that the league wants to push away all other leagues'
As the WNBA players gather in Indianapolis for All-Star Weekend, there's another layer to the story, as the players and the league continue to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement. But as of now, the WNBA and its players are still struggling to see eye-to-eye — and the players are not afraid to be outspoken about their concerns. In interviews with the media on Friday, Seattle Storm forward Gabby Williams pointed out one of the biggest problems that the players have with the league's stance, beyond salary: competition. The WNBA, who has has a history of being somewhat hostile towards international leagues, has begun to act similarly to domestic offseason leagues like Unrivaled and Athletes Unlimited. Williams, who has long been vocally critical about the WNBA's structure, did not mince words about how things appeared in Thursday's CBA meeting. "It's very clear that the league wants to push away all other leagues," Williams said, via Desert Wave Media. "It would make sense if they were paying us more here, but it still isn't the case, even with the new proposals. And it's very clear now that they wanna push Unrivaled out, push AU out." Williams has played for the Storm for the past four seasons, but has balanced that with international play, most recently with Turkish basketball club Fenerbahçe. While she has yet to join any of the domestic leagues, the forward has been outspoken about overseas and offseason play as a way to make more money, expressing her discontent with the WNBA's pay structure on multiple occasions. "I'm also shying away from the W because teams aren't touching what I'm making in Europe," Williams said at an exit interview in 2022. Williams missed a chunk of last season preparing for the 2024 Paris Olympics as part of Team France, but returned to the Storm in the second half of the 2024 season. She has played all of this year with Seattle so far, earning her first All-Star nod in the process. Players who play during the WNBA offseason do so for one reason: money. Most WNBA salaries are in the low six figures, with the maximum contracts at $250,000 per season. Rookies make less than $100,000 per year; Paige Bueckers, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 draft, will make $78,831 this season from the WNBA. As a result, players supplement their income with sponsorships and, more often, by playing on international and domestic teams in the offseason. The WNBA has long tried to find ways to limit overseas and offseason play. The controversial "prioritization clause," introduced in 2023, fines players who miss the beginning of WNBA training due to overseas competitions, forcing them to prioritize the WNBA over other leagues. Unrivaled was formed largely in response to this rule, with founders Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier envisioning a domestic league that would take place firmly in the WNBA offseason while still offering sufficient pay. Every member of Unrivaled earned a minimum of six figures for the three-month season, plus equity. Other contests add a chance for additional income: Collier won the one-on-one competition, earning $200,000 — just under her annual WNBA salary this season. Athletes Unlimited does not pay nearly as much, but still offers a domestic alternative to overseas play, which can come with risks. (Brittney Griner, who was imprisoned in Russia for nearly a year while traveling to play overseas, spent this past offseason playing with Unrivaled.) As of now, the WNBA has not tried to cut off players from participating in these two offseason leagues. But, if Williams is right, the league may be starting to show some hostility towards Unrivaled and Athletes Unlimited for being direct competition — and that may be just another thing that the WNBA and its players disagree on for this CBA.
Business Upturn
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
Milan Skriniar wants Fenerbahçe as priority; club to club talks continue
Milan Skriniar is desperately waiting for the deal to happen between PSG and Fenerbahçe as the defender is waiting. By Ravi Kumar Jha Published on July 18, 2025, 08:33 IST Milan Skriniar is desperately waiting for the deal to happen between PSG and Fenerbahçe as the defender is waiting. The centre-back wants Fenerbahçe on priority and isn't looking at any other options in the market. Club to club talks for the centre-back is ongoing and once the transfer fee is approved, he will join the side. He was at Fenerbahçe last season (2024/25) on a long loan spell. Milan Škriniar is desperately waiting for a breakthrough in negotiations between Paris Saint-Germain and Fenerbahçe, as the centre-back eyes a permanent switch to the Turkish giants. The Slovakian defender, who spent the 2024/25 season on loan at Fenerbahçe, has made it clear that the Istanbul-based club is his top priority this summer. Sources close to the player reveal that Škriniar is not considering any other options in the market and is solely focused on sealing a return to Fenerbahçe. His performances during the loan spell earned admiration from fans and management alike, and both parties are keen to make the move permanent. Club-to-club discussions are currently ongoing, with PSG and Fenerbahçe negotiating the final transfer fee. Once an agreement is reached, Škriniar is expected to sign immediately and join the squad for pre-season preparations. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Ravi kumar jha is an undergraduate student in Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Mass Communication. A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication and he also has a genuine interest in sports. Ravi is currently working as a journalist at
Yahoo
08-07-2025
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Fenerbahçe confident of concluding deal to sign PSG's Milan Škriniar
Fenerbahçe are confident of concluding a deal to sign Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Milan Škriniar (30), according to a report from Fabrizio Romano. Škriniar, out of favour at PSG, joined Fenerbahçe on a loan deal in January. The loan deal proved a success for the centre-back, who after 18 months on the periphery of the PSG set-up, played a prominent role during his six months in Turkey. However, the deal did not include an option to make the deal permanent. Advertisement Škriniar has therefore returned to PSG, however, he does not feature in the European champions' plans, especially given the club's designs on signing another centre-back. Another departure is therefore a given. He could be returning from whence he came. As per Romano, Fenerbahçe are confident of bringing the former Inter Milan centre-back back to the club. Talks are underway between the two clubs and further talks are scheduled in the coming days. GFFN | Luke Entwistle
Morocco World
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Mourinho Holds Firm on En-Nesyri
Fenerbahçe have reinforced their attacking line with the loan signing of Colombian forward Jhon Durán from Saudi side Al-Nassr while sticking to the Moroccan striker Youssef En-Nesyri. Durán, 21, joins on a season-long deal with an option to buy, in a move aimed at bolstering José Mourinho's forward options rather than replacing En-Nesyri. Despite attracting significant interest from clubs in the Gulf, En-Nesyri remains central to Fenerbahçe's plans following a prolific 30-goal season, according to TRT Spor . The club are understood to have no intention of selling the 28-year-old unless an 'astronomical' offer lands on the desk. Signed for a club-record €19.5m, En-Nesyri is under contract until 2029 and is seen as essential to Mourinho's side despite criticism earlier and towards the end of the season after an extended goal drought and some lacklustre performances. According to transfer guru Fabricio Romano, Durán arrives in Istanbul just months after his high-profile €77m move from Aston Villa to Al-Nassr. While the striker showed promise in the Saudi Pro League with eight goals in 13 appearances, he struggled to fully settle. Fenerbahçe have paid a reported €7m loan fee, with Durán expected to earn €15m over the course of the season. The Turkish club also hold an option to make the transfer permanent until 2030. The signing offers Mourinho tactical variety, allowing the Portuguese coach to rotate between the two strikers or partner them both in a two-forward game plan. Fenerbahçe fans will hope the new partnership helps deliver the silverware that has eluded them in recent seasons. Fenerbahçe last won the Turkish Süper Lig title in the 2013–14 season. It's been over a decade since they lifted the league trophy – something the club, and José Mourinho in particular, will be desperate to put right. Tags: En-NesyriFenerbahceMourinho
Yahoo
04-07-2025
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Turkish teams rival Sunderland's interest in Lyon's Georges Mikautadze
Sunderland are interested in Olympique Lyonnais forward Georges Mikautadze (24), however, they aren't the only club in the race, as Foot Mercato have revealed. Whilst there will not be a fire sale at Lyon following the DNCG's confirmation of the club's relegation to Ligue 2, pending appeal, sales are seen as a necessity, regardless. Be it in Ligue 1 or in Ligue 2, there will be a new period of austerity under new president Michelle Kang. Advertisement Lyon set €20m price tag for Mikautadze? Mikautadze is one of the most sought-after players in this OL squad. Recently promoted Sunderland are interested in the Georgia international, as are AS Roma. However, Foot Mercato understands that two Turkish clubs, Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe, are desperate to sign the striker. Their interest is very strong, whilst clubs from Saudi Arabia are also in the race. As per La Gazzetta dello Sport, OL want €20m for the player, who was brought in from FC Metz last summer for a fee of €18.5m. GFFN | Luke Entwistle
