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Daily Mail
21 hours ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Nottingham Forest midfielder Danilo wanted on loan by LaLiga club as his £20m move to Lyon is stalled by the French club's relegation
Real Betis want Danilo on loan from Nottingham Forest as his proposed move to Lyon hangs in the balance. The 24-year-old Brazilian midfielder has been set for a £20million switch to Lyon before the French club were demoted to the second tier for financial offences. Lyon plan to appeal and Forest are waiting but the transfer will not be possible if the relegation is confirmed. Danilo, who broke an ankle on the first day of last season and was out for five months before finding it difficult to fight his way back into Nuno Espirito Santo 's team, is eager to resume his career as soon as possible. Betis revived Antony 's career last season with a loan deal from Manchester United and hope to do the same for his fellow Brazilian Danilo. Danilo joined Forest from Palmeiras for £16m in January 2023, and has made 62 appearances since. However, Lyon's £20million approach for Danilo rests on whether they can successfully appeal their recent relegation to the French second tier He began his youth career in Brazil at Bahia, before enjoying stints at Jacuipense and PFC Cajazeiras, the latter of whom he made his senior debut for. At Palmeiras, Danilo became a consistent first-team starter teams in a team that won the Copa Libertadores in back-to-back years. Forest are currently reshaping their squad ahead of next season and are looking to balance their planned spending - a goal that would be helped by the sale of Danilo. Betis finished sixth place in LaLiga last season and will play in the Europa League in 2025-26. The same cannot be said for Forest, though, who suffered a late capitulation at the end of the season and settled for Conference League football.
Metro
a day ago
- Business
- Metro
Man Utd sent latest transfer message by Real Betis over 'complex' Antony deal
Real Betis sporting director Manu Fajardo insisted the club are still pursuing a deal for Manchester United winger Antony but said finances could prove an issue. Antony enjoyed a resurgent spell at Betis during the second half of last season, helping fire the club to the Europa Conference League final and scoring nine goals in 25 appearances. And the Brazil international is now desperate to return to Spain, repeatedly making it clear he sees his future at Betis. The 25-year-old has no future under Ruben Amorim back at United, but the Red Devils do not want to loan him out again and are seeking a permenant transfer this summer. Betis have not spent over £20m on a player in six years, but are set to raise funds through the departure of midfielder Johnny Cardoso, who is close to joining Atletico Madrid. 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. Regardless, Fajardo conceded that reaching a deal with United for Antony could still prove difficult, but said they would do everything in their power to bring the winger back to the club this summer. 'We all have to be aware that this is a very complex operation,' Fajardo said. 'Given the player's level and his recent career at Real Betis, it's not an easy transaction. 'But, as long as Antony hasn't committed to a third party, we, with the utmost humility, will play our cards to be able to opt for Antony. 'I insist, despite this being a complex operation, we will try to carry it out in different ways without compromising the club. In the end, the most important thing is also the sustainability of the club. 'We will try to be creative, as we have been in the past, so that Antony can be here. Today, the market is open, as I said before, it's very dynamic, and we are part of that game.' Antony is prepared to take a 30 per cent wage cut to help seal a move away from Old Trafford. The former Ajax star is currently on £150,000-a-week. But United would still demand a fee in the region of £32.58million to avoid a loss on the player under the profit and sustainability rules (PSR). More Trending Asked about Antony's publically stated desire to return, Farajado added: 'It doesn't surprise me (Antony wants to return to Betis). 'And I'd like to take this opportunity once again to highlight the work that Real Betis does as a whole, across all departments. 'When a player arrives here and has such an immediate impact, that's no coincidence. It's the result of the work, sacrifice, and seriousness of everyone involved on a day-to-day basis. 'Not only so that Antony can perform and give his best, but so that all the players who join Betis can reach their prime.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: £70m England star makes transfer decision amid Chelsea and Man Utd interest MORE: Valencia respond to Arsenal's opening transfer bid for Cristhian Mosquera MORE: Arsenal told £67m transfer target will be sold if he does not 'wake up'
Al-Ahram Weekly
a day ago
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Chelsea's Fernandez flying ahead of Benfica reunion at Club World Cup
The 24-year-old set up two goals in Chelsea's 3-0 win over Esperance of Tunisia which sent his team through to the last 16 and a date with the Portuguese giants in Charlotte this weekend. With England international Cole Palmer struggling for form, Fernandez has been Chelsea's key creative influence over the past few months. The Argentina star helped the Londoners qualify for the Champions League by claiming fourth place in the Premier League, as well as winning the Conference League in May. After Real Betis took the lead in the final, Fernandez inspired Chelsea's comeback by netting their first goal in an eventual 4-1 triumph in Poland. In 2025, Fernandez has scored and assisted a total of 14 goals, with Pedro Neto the next highest producer at Enzo Maresca's Chelsea with nine, and Palmer lagging behind with eight, along with youngster Tyrique George. As well as impressing against Esperance, Fernandez scored in Chelsea's 2-0 opening win in Atlanta against Los Angeles FC. "My goal against LAFC was my eighth of the season. That is a good number, it's good in one season and I am thankful to God for this. But for me, this is still just the beginning," Fernandez told Chelsea's website. "I'm always going to want more, I always want to do better. If I can do that, I will be helping the team. This is always on my mind. "It's why I work hard and try to improve, and with Enzo (Maresca), I am playing further forward, which has helped with my statistics. Next season, though, I want to score more goals and give more assists." Record signing With Chelsea's squad largely jumbled together in the last two years, Fernandez's arrival in February 2023 for a British transfer record fee of £107 million ($147 million) makes him one of the more experienced players. "This responsibility is something I enjoy," continued Fernandez, who arrived at Stamford Bridge on the back of his superb 2022 World Cup performances as Argentina won the trophy. "I try not to let it change how I perform on the pitch. For me, I must have the same mindset and keep the same attitude -- work hard, give my very best, be brave, and do everything I can to help the team." Later in 2023 Chelsea signed Moises Caicedo for a deal which could rise to £115 million and this summer Liverpool's move for Florian Wirtz could cost them as much as £116 million, easing the pressure on Fernandez a little. Fernandez had played just 29 games for Benfica before Chelsea swooped, having arrived in Portugal from boyhood club River Plate. After an inconsistent start to life in London, a hernia problem derailed the second half of his 2023/24 season and then in July 2024 he was also criticised for singing an insulting song about France players with his Argentina team-mates. The midfielder has been linked with a possible departure from Chelsea but coach Maresca insisted the plan is for Fernandez to stay. "This season he has been very, very good. He can be even better next season starting from the first day," said Maresca this week. "So, nothing to say about (the) speculation. He is focused on us and that's the most important thing." Fernandez set up new Chelsea arrival Liam Delap for his first goal in the win over Esperance and gave the striker guidance for the months ahead. "I spoke to Enzo and he told me when he gets the ball to just run," explained Delap. "It was a great pass and luckily it went in." With Nicolas Jackson suspended, Delap is set to start once more against Benfica and he knows right now providing him the ammunition is one of the world's most in-form playmakers. Find more details on group standings, match schedules, and competition statistics (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Short link:
France 24
2 days ago
- Sport
- France 24
Chelsea's Fernandez flying ahead of Benfica reunion at Club World Cup
The 24-year-old set up two goals in Chelsea's 3-0 win over Esperance of Tunisia which sent his team through to the last 16 and a date with the Portuguese giants in Charlotte this weekend. With England international Cole Palmer struggling for form, Fernandez has been Chelsea's key creative influence over the past few months. The Argentina star helped the Londoners qualify for the Champions League by claiming fourth place in the Premier League, as well as winning the Conference League in May. After Real Betis took the lead in the final, Fernandez inspired Chelsea's comeback by netting their first goal in an eventual 4-1 triumph in Poland. In 2025, Fernandez has scored and assisted a total of 14 goals, with Pedro Neto the next highest producer at Enzo Maresca's Chelsea with nine, and Palmer lagging behind with eight, along with youngster Tyrique George. As well as impressing against Esperance, Fernandez scored in Chelsea's 2-0 opening win in Atlanta against Los Angeles FC. "My goal against LAFC was my eighth of the season. That is a good number, it's good in one season and I am thankful to God for this. But for me, this is still just the beginning," Fernandez told Chelsea's website. "I'm always going to want more, I always want to do better. If I can do that, I will be helping the team. This is always on my mind. "It's why I work hard and try to improve, and with Enzo (Maresca), I am playing further forward, which has helped with my statistics. Next season, though, I want to score more goals and give more assists." Record signing With Chelsea's squad largely jumbled together in the last two years, Fernandez's arrival in February 2023 for a British transfer record fee of £107 million ($147 million) makes him one of the more experienced players. "This responsibility is something I enjoy," continued Fernandez, who arrived at Stamford Bridge on the back of his superb 2022 World Cup performances as Argentina won the trophy. "I try not to let it change how I perform on the pitch. For me, I must have the same mindset and keep the same attitude -- work hard, give my very best, be brave, and do everything I can to help the team." Later in 2023 Chelsea signed Moises Caicedo for a deal which could rise to £115 million and this summer Liverpool's move for Florian Wirtz could cost them as much as £116 million, easing the pressure on Fernandez a little. Fernandez had played just 29 games for Benfica before Chelsea swooped, having arrived in Portugal from boyhood club River Plate. After an inconsistent start to life in London, a hernia problem derailed the second half of his 2023/24 season and then in July 2024 he was also criticised for singing an insulting song about France players with his Argentina team-mates. The midfielder has been linked with a possible departure from Chelsea but coach Maresca insisted the plan is for Fernandez to stay. "This season he has been very, very good. He can be even better next season starting from the first day," said Maresca this week. "So, nothing to say about (the) speculation. He is focused on us and that's the most important thing." Fernandez set up new Chelsea arrival Liam Delap for his first goal in the win over Esperance and gave the striker guidance for the months ahead. "I spoke to Enzo and he told me when he gets the ball to just run," explained Delap. "It was a great pass and luckily it went in."
Irish Examiner
2 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Lighting up football's future: The stars to watch at the U19s Euros final
THE U19s European Championship final takes place on Thursday evening as the stars of tomorrow seek glory today. Spain take on the Netherlands in Bucharest as La Rojita seek to win the tournament for a record setting 13th time. We've picked out six players – three from Spain and three from the Netherlands – to keep an eye on in the showpiece. Read More Irish referee Rob Hennessy to officiate U19 Euros final between Spain and the Netherlands Pablo Garcia (Spain) Pablo Garcia made just three league outings for Real Betis in La Liga last season but has taken the U19s Euros by storm. Indeed, no player has scored more goals than the 18-year-old (4) at the competition, which includes a hat-trick in the entertaining 6-5 win over Germany in the semi-finals. An additional assist means only two players have been directly involved in more goals than the Spanish star-in-the-making, who will be looking to fire his nation to glory once more. Considering Isco was Real Betis' top scorer in La Liga last season with just nine goals to his name, this week's final could open up the starting XI door for Garcia, particularly if he does add to his four goals. Kees Smit (Netherlands) After scoring eight goals in 13 Eerste Divisie appearances last season, Kees Smit was promoted to the AZ first team. While he failed to transfer his impressive second division form to the Eredivisie, Smit has been instrumental in the Netherlands' progression to the U19 Euros final, scoring four goals and providing one assist. There is an argument to be made that he should have more of the latter, with 2.8 key passes per game the third most at the competition, with the 19-year-old looking to maintain his rise to stardom and land an international winners' medal in the process. Jan Virgili (Spain) Barcelona have a knack for developing talented Spanish wingers. While Ansu Fati struggled with injuries, the Blaugrana are hoping Jan Virgili follows in Lamine Yamal's footsteps, even if the former is almost a year older than the latter. Virgili ranks third for successful dribbles per game (2.7) at the U19 Euros and is one of six players on two assists at the tournament, the latter coming from a modest two key passes per match. With a knack for cutting inside from the left flank to maximise his wand of a right foot, the 18-year-old's performance in Bucharest could be key as Spain chase further glory, even if he does start from the bench. Either way, he's a handy weapon for Paco Gallardo to call upon. Antonio Cordero (Spain). Newcastle fans will be watching Thursday's final with great interest, particularly as they continue to run the rule over Antonio Cordero. Cordero joins the Magpies from Malaga at the start of July, and the winger will hope this week's final is a springboard for future success. The Newcastle-bound teenager ranks sixth for key passes per game (2.3) and second for big chances created (2) at the U19 Euros and if, as expected, he does start ahead of Virgili on the left flank, then it'll be a significant show of faith in the Spaniard. Ayoub Oufkir (Netherlands) Netherlands do have their own wingers who can fire them to glory at Spain's expense, notably through Ayoub Oufkir. The Sparta Rotterdam forward has been a key player down the right for the Netherlands in Romania, scoring twice and providing an additional assist en route to the final. In addition, Oufkir has proven a tireless worker off the ball having averaged a modest 1.8 tackles per game. With the onus on attacking players working hard to force opposition turnovers high up the pitch, the 19-year-old is, along with Smit, arguably the Netherlands' best hope of securing a first U19 European Championship. Jesse Joeri Heerkens (Netherlands). The Netherlands' last line of defence may just prove the difference in their final meeting with Spain. Only three goalkeepers are making move saves per game than Jesse Joeri Heerkens (4.8) at the U19 Euros, and that means the Dutch shotstopper is the only player to have kept multiple clean sheets (2) and is conceding fewer goals per game (0.8) than any other goalkeeper in the competition. The Czech-born Dutchman is proving a key performer for Martijn Reuser's side, and he'll certainly have his work cut out as the Netherlands gear up for their crunch meeting with Spain. However, Heerkens has very proven up to the task, proving that the best defence is… well… a good defence.
