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West Australian
12-06-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Country Championships: Great Southern named strong mix of youth and experience for division two title tilt
Great Southern Football League senior coach Glynn Verbruggen is confident his star-studded squad announced this week for next month's annual country championships is well-equipped to go all the way. The cherry-picked team features 44 players from all six GSFL clubs, albeit with members of Railways, Mt Barker and Albany doing most of the heavy lifting. The squad will start training next week in the build up to the 2025 Nutrien Ag Solutions Country Football Championships in Perth where Great Southern will step up to division two. 'The three stronger clubs have got the stronger representation in the squad definitely and I think that represents where we are in the ladder,' he said. 'We've got the best available talent and we're really looking forward to getting up there, competing in B-grade, and progressing ourselves. 'Obviously the standard will go up a bit, but I think we can handle it.' The squad's 2024 success has hauled them to division two, where they will compete with neighbouring rivals Ongerup and long-standing division one contenders Upper Great Southern alongside Central Midlands Coastal, North Pilbara and Eastern Districts . Verbruggen is optimistic about his outfit's chances, which represent the 'best of what the region has' to offer, in the more competitive grade. 'We're still going up there with the ambition to win B-grade,' he said. 'I don't think there's any reason that, if we play our best footy and have a good attitude, there's no reason we can't make the grand final.' The senior coach expects last year's championship all-star Bailey Taylor to be someone who leads from the front and again get big performances from guns Ryley Valli, Jayden Scott and Isaac Baum. Strong new inclusions to the team include Ballard brothers Tristan and Seb, star forward Hayden Parker and key ball winner Darcy Clarke. 'We've got some strong senior leaders but I'm looking for the younger age group to really step up and start shouldering a load for carnival footy going forward,' Verbruggen said. 'There's a strong cohort there with Valli, Wallinger and Keen — guys that should be looking to head up to carnival footy and establish themselves as stars for the league.' The Great Southern squad will start training on Monday, June 16 at Keep The Sheep Stadium starting at 6pm. Great Southern squad Nathan Powell, Cam Smith, Joel Flick, Corey Linthorne, Travis Conn, Nick Barrow, Kobi Keen, Matt Orzel, Jyrin Woods, Nelson Tulip, Brett Peake, Isaac Baum, Robbie Lee, Taj Williams, Ashely Ayles, Tait McLean, Bailey Taylor, Ryley Valli, Lachie Cale, Kane Shephard, Hayden Parker, Mohit Jaggi, Bodhi Stubber, Beau Ewen, Ryan Davies, Daniel Thomas, Jayden Scott, Daniel Patching, Brandon Ugle, Darcy Wallinger, Dante Wiseman, Camball McMahon, Darcy Clarke, Tristan Ballard, Seb Ballard, Brent Parsons, David Stone, Mitch Jackson, Tyreice Brown.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Barcelona make enquiry for Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen
According to a report from Foot Mercato journalist Santi Aouna, FC Barcelona have made an enquiry for Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen (22). The Catalan side have asked for the conditions of a potential deal with the Sussex club. The 22-year-old Netherlands national team goalkeeper are reportedly looking for a long-term successor to Marc-Andre ter Stegen – who tore his ACL earlier this season. Verbruggen is high on the list for the goalkeeper position along with Joan García from Espanyol, reports Aouna. Verbruggen the Seagulls from Anderlecht in July 2023 and has established himself as Brighton's first-choice keeper after rotating with Jason Steele under current Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi in the 2023-2024 season. Last season the Dutchman was an undisputed starter under Fabian Hurzeler, making 36 Premier League appearances this season. He is currently under contract with the Albion until 2028, but has missed out on the latest Netherlands squad after he was reportedly 'struggling with physical complaints and needed time for the recovery process.' GFFN | George Boxall
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Barcelona lodge enquiry for €25 million-rated Premier League goalkeeper
Barcelona have started preparing for life after Marc-Andre ter Stegen, and two young names are now firmly on their radar – Bart Verbruggen of Brighton and Joan Garcia of Espanyol. In fact, according to a recent report by journalist Santi Aouna, the Catalan club has already asked about Verbruggen's availability, and he is currently one of the top names on their shortlist, along with Garcia. Advertisement After more than a decade of loyal service, doubts are beginning to grow around Ter Stegen's long-term future at Barcelona. While he remains the number one for now, the club understands that a smooth transition needs to be planned early. This has led to serious internal discussions about signing a goalkeeper who can either challenge him soon or take over completely in the coming years. Garcia seen as affordable and readily available Among the options, Garcia stands out not only for his talent but also because of his price. Still with Espanyol, he has a release clause of €25 million, and since he was not called up for national team duty, the clause remains active. Barcelona also have Joan Garcia on their radar. (Photo by) Barcelona believe this is a golden opportunity in the current market. The club also know that signing Garcia for the 2025/26 season might not be realistic if both Ter Stegen and Wojciech Szczesny are still in the squad. Advertisement Because of this, one option being explored is to sign him now and send him on loan for one more season, ensuring that he continues to develop while Barça secure his services early. What about Verbruggen? Meanwhile, Verbruggen is attracting attention after a fantastic season at Brighton. The 22-year-old Dutch goalkeeper has emerged as one of the brightest young talents in the Premier League. Barcelona have already made contact to understand his situation, although no official offer has been made yet. With both Garcia and Verbruggen in the frame, Barcelona are clearly planning ahead. Whether it is an affordable La Liga talent or a Premier League rising star, the club is actively working to secure their goalkeeping future. *Player valuation in title obtained from on date of publication.
Daily Mirror
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Real Madrid eye Premier League duo as Thibaut Courtois succession plan emerges
Thibaut Courtois has been a key man for Real Madrid for a number of years but the Spanish giants have turned their attentions to English football for a long-term replacement Real Madrid are turning their attention to the Premier League as they look to identify a successor to Thibaut Courtois, it has been claimed. The Belgian international has been a key figure in Los Blancos' recent Champions League successes, but is now 33 and those at the club are believed to be considering a younger model. The 2024 Champions League winners are expected to confirm Xabi Alonso as their new manager imminently following the Spaniard's Bayer Leverkusen exit, but they haven't slowed down on their transfer push. Trent Alexander-Arnold is on his way from Liverpool, and a new centre-back is also expected to join, with a new keeper completing the set. According to The Sun, David Raya and Bart Verbruggen are the two Premier League men being considered, though neither would be easy to land. Raya is unlikely to be allowed to leave Arsenal without a fight, while Madrid's reported plan for Brighton star Verbruggen might not suit the Dutch international. The same publication indicates the Spanish club want to initially bring in Verbruggen as a backup to Courtois before later elevating to first choice. With Verbruggen currently the established first choice under Fabian Hurzeler, though, he may prefer to stay put - especially with 2026 being a World Cup year. Andriy Lunin has been the back-up to Courtois of late, playing six of his team's seven Champions League knockout games last season with his colleague out injured but losing his spot for the final. The Ukraine international could be made available for transfer this summer, having played just 60 first-team matches since joining the club in 2018. Verbruggen helped Brighton claim a valuable 2-0 win at Wolves on Saturday to keep alive their hopes of European qualification. Hurzeler's team sit ninth - behind Brentford on goal difference only - and eighth place will be enough for Conference League qualification unless Crystal Palace beat Manchester City in the FA Cup final. "Very happy that the players showed this performance. They stuck to the plan and defended quite well," manager Hurzeler told Match of the Day. "Second half, we defended quite well. In possession we could do it better, but I was happy to use the chance to score the second goal." Alonso's other reported targets include Jonathan Tah, who could follow him in moving from Leverkusen. Former Real Madrid midfielder Alonso hasn't been confirmed as the new boss at the Bernabeu, but his decision to leave the BayArena is now official. "This week the club and I have agreed that these two games will be my last two games as Bayer Leverkusen coach," Alonso said on Friday. "We have been talking during this week that is always about the moment and now is the right moment to announce it. "We have always had a good and direct communication and now that we have clarity, it is the right moment to say that for sure. It is a moment with mixed emotions but it is the moment to announce it." 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.
The Sun
10-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Real Madrid to raid Premier League again as they eye shock deals for Arsenal's David Raya and Brighton's Bart Verbruggen
BRIGHTON keeper Bart Verbruggen is a shock target for Real Madrid. But he would have to start on their bench. 3 3 The Dutch 22-year-old is fancied by the Spanish giants as they look for a long-term successor to Thibaut Courtois. They could be selling Ukrainian keeper Andriy Lunin, 26, who has been happy to cover for Courtoi s over the last five years. And Real are now ready to ask the big question and find out if Verbruggen fancies the move. The idea is that he would have the chance of becoming their first choice down the line. The Seagulls are aware of the interest and hope for a decision in the summer transfer window. Should Verbruggen leave, they would have to find a top-class replacement for him. Brighton have already been tracking Liverpool No 2 Caoimhin Kelleher, 26, and Burnley's 22-year-old James Trafford for some time. after a long fight. And, therefore, he may be reluctant to give it up for the reserve job behind Courtois, 32, in Madrid. However, all parties need to make the call on a potential move for the Holland international to let the clubs go about their business. Antonio Rudiger sent off for throwing ICE PACK at referee in Copa del Rey final as Real Madrid bench restrain fuming ace Real have also considered Arsenal's Spanish keeper David Raya, 29, for the long-term role. But that deal would be even harder to pull off than Verbruggen. 3
