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Scottish Sun
11 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
Scottish Sun
11 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Ally McCoist slams Club World Cup as Rangers legend admits ‘I haven't watched it, I didn't have any interest'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE Club World Cup is reaching its final stages over in the United States. And it's fair to say Fifa's glitzy new-look tournament has more than divided opinion. Sign up for the Rangers newsletter Sign up 3 Ally McCoist isn't a fan of the Club World Cup Credit: Alamy 3 The Rangers legend is back on media duties after a gruelling charity cycle Credit: PA 3 Chelsea's clash with Benfica was heavily delayed in Charlotte Credit: Getty The world's biggest clubs have descended on the USA for a month-long football extravaganza. Although the tournament has been around for some time, this is the first time it's taken place in it's current format with 32 teams taking part across a month-long competition. Bayern Munich, Chelsea, PSG, Palmeiras and Real Madrid are among the teams still standing with the round of 16 almost complete. While there's been plenty of great football on show, the competition has been heavily criticised. Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has branded it 'the worst idea ever' in relation to the strain being put on players. The Premier League winner highlighted concerns over the fact players participating would get 'no real recovery' with the Club World Cup taking place between the end of last season and the start of the next one. Those sentiments have been echoed across the board. The weather has also proved a problem, with several games heavily delayed. On Saturday night, Chelsea beat Benfica 4-1 after extra time in in Charlotte, North Carolina. But the last 16 clash took more than FOUR HOURS to complete after a two-hour weather delay. Ally McCoist confesses to 'horrendous' epic fail ahead of final day of Rangers legend's charity bike ride Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca was fuming about the lengthy delay and has blasted: "I think it's a joke, to be honest. "It's not football, it's completely something new. I struggle to understand. "I can understand if it's security reasons but if you suspend seven or eight games then it's probably not the right place to do the competition. "It's not normal to suspend the game. In a World Cup, how many games are suspended? Zero probably. In Europe how many games get suspended? Zero." Someone else who isn't a fan of the competition is Ally McCoist. The Rangers legend was back on talkSPORT Breakfast duties today after a bit of time away - time away that included a gruelling charity cycle across Ireland. Those other endeavours meant McCoist didn't have much time to sit in front of the telly to watch the football - but he's admitted he didn't really have any interest in doing so anyway. Responding to Klopp's brutal comments, McCoist said: "I'm not sure I'd go that far but he's certainly against it. "I'll be brutally honest, I haven't watched it. "I know I've been busy, away cycling and all that stuff. "I'll be honest with you, my boys are watching it, particularity the younger one and I'll watch it now. "I watched the highlights of the Chelsea game, I watched Harry Kane's goals last night. "I'm probably a little bit embarrassed to say, now it's got to the quarter finals, last 16, I will take an interest but I didn't have any interest, seemingly about a million empty seats of people agreed with me." Asked if his new-found interest in the Club World Cup would see him getting up at 2am to watch Man City's clash with Al Hilal tonight, McCoist said: "No. I'll take an interest in the result in that one. "There's been a lot of things. The weather, the times of the kick-offs, I don't care what anybody says, it does affect your interest." Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
22-year-old Midfielder Urged To Move To West Ham United: Should The Hammers Pursue Him?
For West Ham United, the summer might have kicked off with more questions than answers. The club have had its ups and downs in recent years, and although they managed to stay afloat in the Premier League, the ambition to move up another notch remains alive. With the departure of Julen Lopetegui and the arrival of Graham Potter, the London team might be looking to revamp their midfield with young, hungry players. All eyes are now on Anfield, where Harvey Elliott seems to be caught between promises and decisions that have yet to solidify his position. Rumours are growing, and West Ham are beginning to emerge as a possible destination for the talented midfielder. Harvey Elliott Urged To Move To West Ham United BRIGHTON, ENGLAND – MAY 19: Harvey Elliott of Liverpool celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion FC and Liverpool FC at Amex Stadium on May 19, 2025 in Brighton, England. (Photo by) During a chat on talkSPORT Breakfast, Stuart Pearce spoke bluntly about Elliott. In a transfer dynamic, the former coach and player was clear in saying that he would immediately approve his departure from Liverpool. He recalled that even Jürgen Klopp, before leaving, confessed that he had not given him enough opportunities. Advertisement Pearce believes that the Englishman needs to play and that moving to another club would be beneficial for everyone. West Ham, in his view, could offer him that lost space and allow him to develop with consistent playing time. There was no doubt in his response, just a direct statement: the boy needs minutes. 'Right every day for me, on both counts. The player needs to play. When [Jurgen] Klopp left, he said: 'I should have played Harvey Elliott a bit more'. That was one of the statements he made. He identified the talent of him and identified that he didn't play him enough. He hasn't played enough this year once again. I think that would be a good move for both parties. Right.' T4O Opinion: If West Ham really wants to strengthen themselves with a different type of footballer, Harvey Elliott would fit perfectly into that search. At 22, he has shown quality, control of the tempo and the courage to face defenders and step up his game. He is no stranger to the league, nor is he an experiment. The Englishman is a player with experience in demanding scenarios who has been moulded at one of the most competitive clubs in the country. If Liverpool do not value him with minutes, another club should. West Ham has a place for someone like him, especially if they are looking to vary their style and offer something more than muscle in midfield. Potter could give him a starring role. The key will be to promise him time on the pitch, not words. The move would be brave, but also smart. If Elliott finds a space where he can play freely, he will perform. If West Ham dare, they could get a signing with immediate impact and potential. It's not every day you have the option to sign a player like this without paying double for him in two years' time.
Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Ally McCoist hits out at EMBARRASSING behaviour of club chief as he fumes at his ‘absolutely ridiculous' actions
A former England star has also branded the man at the centre of the storm an 'idiot' TERRIBLE LOOK Ally McCoist hits out at EMBARRASSING behaviour of club chief as he fumes at his 'absolutely ridiculous' actions RANGERS legend Ally McCoist couldn't believe what he was seeing on Sunday afternoon. In truth, nobody with eyes on the City Ground really could! Advertisement 4 Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis marched onto the pitch Credit: AFP 4 He dramatically confronted his own team's manager Nuno Credit: AFP 4 Ally McCoist wasn't happy with the situation Credit: PA Nottingham Forest's Champions League hopes suffered a major blow when they were held to a 2-2 draw by already relegated Leicester. Despite that, the point confirmed the club's return to European football of some kind next season. What nobody saw coming was the incredible scene after full time when Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis marched onto the pitch to confront his OWN manager. Marinakis approached Nuno Espirito Santo before furiously gesturing towards the boss before storming back off the field. Advertisement The game was being broadcast live on Sky Sports, with stunned pundits left angered by Marinakis' behaviour with Gary Neville even suggesting Nuno should WALK from the club. The Forest boss later explained that Marinakis had been frustrated with the decision to allow striker Taiwo Awoniyi to keep playing on despite a collision with the post. Now, Ally McCoist has had his say on the matter. Appearing on talkSPORT Breakfast with ex-Aston Villa star Gabby Agbonlahor and the presenting duo railed against Marinakis' behaviour. Advertisement McCoist said: "I thought it looked absolutely ridiculous, looked really really poor. "I just thought it was a terrible, terrible look. It really was." Prince William made TNT Sports pundits 'nervous' before viral interview at PSG vs Aston Villa clash Raging former England international Agbonlahor then blasted:" The guy's an idiot. He's always hanging around the tunnel for the cameras, there on the pitch. "What are you doing anywhere near there? Sit in the chairman's lounge, have your prawn sandwiches. Enjoy that experience that chairmen do. Advertisement "They sit up there and leave it to the sporting director, managers, players. What are you doing on the pitch? "And second of all, everything is on camera. Poor Nuno Santo's thinking i cant react now. It belittled him. What's that got to do with you? Go afterwards to the mangers office. Who does he think he is?" McCoist then blasted: "It's embarrassing. That's the manager's domain. "If there was a mix up, a misunderstand, a mistake, that's for the manager to deal with then if you've got a problem you sit down and have a chat with the manager in private. Advertisement 4 "It was embarrassing to see him on the pitch. I thought Nuno handled it well. "If someone had offered Nottingham Forest European football they'd have bitten their hand off. "Now's the time for unity, for them to be together. I just thought it was shocking. Really embarrassing." Advertisement Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Scottish Sun
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Ally McCoist tipped to appear on huge reality TV series as Rangers legend told ‘if you do it, you win it'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RANGERS legend Ally McCoist has tried his hand at many things within the footballing world. But it seems plenty of people are keen to see him branch out into the TV world! Sign up for the Rangers newsletter Sign up 3 Could Ally McCoist head for the reality TV world? Credit: PA 3 Roman Kemp has tipped McCoist to win a HUGE reality show Credit: PA Towards the end of last year, talk reached fever pitch that McCoist was set to appear on the recent series of I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here. He'd previously turned down an appearance on the hit ITV show in 2019 and again in 2022. Unfortunately for anyone keen to see Coisty getting stuck into things Down Under, he quickly confirmed he WOULDN'T be appearing. Amid the rife rumours at the end of last year, he said: "No, there's your answer. "It's brilliant, my wee mate Durranty phoned me, he says, 'What a decision you've got to make.' "'Sitting on the half way line in the best seats in the house, at the San Siro watching Inter Milan vs Man City or Inter Milan vs Arsenal, or eating a bag of spiders.' "It's not bad, is it?" Two people who certainly seem keen to see McCoist head for the jungle are his talkSPORT Breakfast co-presenter Alan Brazil and Roman Kemp, who appeared on the 2019 edition of I'm A Celebrity. BBC presenter Kemp joined McCoist and Brazil on talkSPORT Breakfast to discuss Arsenal's clash with PSG in the Champions League tonight. Kemp's a huge Arsenal fan, while McCoist is in Paris to cover the game for TNT Sports. Prince William made TNT Sports pundits 'nervous' before viral interview at PSG vs Aston Villa clash But Brazil couldn't help but turn the conversation to I'm A Celebrity before letting Kemp head off. Brazil asked: "Roman, you came third in 2019 in the jungle, has Mr McCoist got the patience for that? "Could he be in there? Should he be there? Could he win it?" Urging McCoist to take the leap and head onto the programme, Kemp said: "Literally, Ally please do it. "I will say from me, Ally, it is the best time you would ever have and you would be phenomenal." McCoist replied: 'Honestly?" Kemp then told the Scotland legend that he'd WIN the show if he went on it. He added: "Yeah - I think you would be amazing. I think you'd be the best TV and also Alan would be here you know voting for you to eat kangaroo parts.. "Put it this way, I'm going to say this first. I'm gonna say this first. If you do it, you win it." Laughing, McCoist replied: "That's very kind of you, that's a bit of a sweeping statement, Roman." Brazil then joked: "Roman, what you forgot to say is, did you mention 750 grand for getting in there? That might change his mind, don't worry about that." Undeterred, Kemp quipped: "ITV have got the money, don't worry." 3 Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
