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We are rapidly hurtling towards the return of the Premier League next month, and while there are still a fair few pre-season clashes to get through, clubs are starting to get a move on in the transfer window.

It's no different for Tottenham Hotspur, who signed Archie Gray for £30m at the start of this month, appear incredibly close to sealing the deal for South Korean wonderkid Min-hyuk Yang, and based on recent reports, are still fighting to land another incredible star.

This player in question would be an excellent addition to Ange Postecoglou's squad and could even get more out of some of his attacking talents, including Dejan Kulusevski.

Tottenham Hotspur transfer news

According to a recent report from transfers expert Fabrizio Romano, Tottenham have maintained their interest in Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze and remain in contact with his agents.

In fact, Romano has revealed that the Lilywhites have been in contact with the player's representatives since February.

The Italian doesn't mention how much the Englishman may cost the North Londoners, but following a BBC Sport report from April this year, the fee has been widely reported as being about £60m.

It would represent a significant financial commitment from Daniel Levy and Co to bring Eze to N17, but given his quality and the potential for him to help get more out of Kulusevski, one well worth making.

Why Eze would be a great teammate for Kulusevski

Now, the first thing to say is that while Kulusevski certainly wasn't dreadful last season, his overall output was somewhat disappointing, considering how talented he is.

For example, in his 39 appearances for Postecoglou, he scored eight goals and provided three assists, meaning he averaged a goal involvement every 3.54 games, which isn't enough for a winger of his ability and potential.

However, according to Understat, the Swede should have had 5.62 more assists in the league alone last season. While a part of that underperformance likely falls on him, a difference that large is likely due to his teammates' missing chances he creates that they really shouldn't be missing.

This lack of clinical finishers in the squad is hard to ignore when the only two players to reach double digits for goals across all competitions last season were Son Heung-min and Richarlison.

This is where Eze could come in and make a significant difference for Kulusevski and the club as a whole, as he proved last year that he's a fine finisher.

Appearances

31

36

31

38

Goals

11

17

12

5

Assists

6

10

4

10

Goal Involvements per Match

0.54

0.75

0.51

0.39

For example, in just 31 appearances in 2023/24, the "incredible" talent, as dubbed by teammate Joel Ward, scored 11 goals and provided six assists, equating to a goal involvement every 1.82 games, which would have made him the second most productive player in the Tottenham squad.

So, just imagine how many more assists the former Juventus ace would have to his name playing alongside a teammate as clinical as the Palace star.

Moreover, the fact that the Englishman can play on the left wing or in attacking and central midfield just means Postecoglou would have more opportunities to fit him into the starting lineup.

Ultimately, while the fee is undeniably hefty, Eze's immense talent more than makes up for it, and the idea of him playing in this exciting Spurs side with the likes of Son and Kulusevski is just the icing on the cake.

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O primeiro turno doCampeonato Brasileiro 2021 chegou ao fim na terça-feira (7), após a vitória do Fluminense diante da Chapecoense e o empate entre Corinthians e Juventude. Porem, algumas equipes ainda não fizeram os 19 jogos, pois houve adiamentos e as partidas serão realizadas mais à frente.

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OAtlético-MG lidera a competição, com 39 pontos em 18 partidas disputadas. No oposto da tabela, a Chapecoense é a lanterna do torneio, com sete pontos em 19 jogos. O Sport, com apenas oito gols marcados, possui o pior ataque até aqui, e o Galo, com 13 gols sofridos, carrega a defesa menos vazada.

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Confira cinco destaques positivos do primeiro turno do Brasileirão.

FORTALEZA

Sob o comando do argentino Juan Pablo Vojvoda, visto como um dos melhores técnicos do campeonato até o momento, o Leão do Pici conseguiu fazer omelhor primeiro turno da história do futebol nordestino na Série A por pontos corridos. Com 33 pontos em 19 jogos, o time ocupa o terceiro lugar na tabela.

Vojvoda impõe um estilo de jogo intenso ofensivo, dependendo da produção de seus alas (Lucas Crispim e Yago Pikachu). Com essa filosofia, o Fortaleza conseguiu vitórias importantes e se consolidou na briga por uma vaga na próxima Libertadores.

RED BULL BRAGANTINO

O projeto da Red Bull com o Bragantino caminha para mais um ano de sucesso. O Massa Bruta, além de estar na semifinal da Copa Sul-Americana, ocupa o4º lugar do campeonato, com 32 pontos em 18 jogos, e é o time com menos derrotas na competição nacional (2).

A equipe de Bragança deu confiança para Maurício Barbieri, técnico mais longevo da Série A, aprimorar seu estilo de jogo e, apesar da saída de Claudinho para o Zenit, o Bragantino confia na liderança defensiva de Léo Ortiz, e os gols e assistências de Artur para conseguir um lugar na próxima Libertadores.

FERNANDO MIGUEL

O goleiro do Atlético-GO é um dos principais responsáveis pela boa campanha do Dragão em 2021. A equipe goiana ocupa o8º lugar, com 25 pontos em 18 jogos.

O Atlético-GO possui a quinta melhor defesa, com 17 gols sofridos, e o goleiro é um dos grandes responsáveis por deixar o Dragão longe do Z4. Uma das atuações mais importantes de Fernando Miguel aconteceu logo na primeira rodada. Contra o Corinthians, na Neo Química Arena, ele defendeu um pênalti e garantiu a vitória por 1 a 0.

CUIABÁ

Com a perspectiva de brigar para não cair, o Cuiabá se afastou da zona do rebaixamento e sonha com uma vaga na próxima Copa Sul-Americana. A equipe do Mato-Grosso conseguiu resultados expressivos e está no11º lugar.

O Dourado apostou em empréstimos para montar o elenco para a Série A. Nomes como o goleiro Walter e o atacante Clayson vêm dando conta do recado. Tudo isso após a demissão na primeira rodada do técnico Alberto Valentim.

ATLÉTICO-MG

Após um início questionável, Cuca conseguiu dar um padrão tático ao Atlético-MG, que possui um dos elencos mais recheados do Brasileirão, e a equipe mineira vem correspondendo em campo.

O Galo não conquista o Brasileirão desde 1971. E para encerrar esse jejum, a equipe conta com o bom momento de Everson, convocado para a Seleção Brasileira, além da consistência de Nacho Fernández e os gols decisivos de Hulk, candidato a melhor jogador do campeonato.

Confira cinco destaques negativos do primeiro turno do Brasileirão.

GRÊMIO

O Imortal começou o Brasileirão com Renato Gaúcho no banco de reservas e apostando na contratação bombástica de Douglas Costa. O treinador agora está no Flamengo, e o atleta com passagens pela Seleção Brasileira ainda não teve uma participação em gol, além de lidar com lesões.

Com 16 pontos em 17 jogos, na penúltima colocação, a campanha do Grêmio é desastrosa e o risco de rebaixamento é real. A dupla Kanneman-Geromel não rende como nos anos anteriores, o meio perdeu Matheus Henrique e Diego Souza perdeu a titularidade para Borja. Se não melhorar no segundo turno, o Grêmio é forte candidato ao rebaixamento.

SÃO PAULO

O Tricolor paulista entrou no Brasileirão motivado com o título paulista e com esperanças de faturar o caneco nacional. A equipe patinou especialmente contra equipes de menor expressão e agora se vê fora da briga pela taça e ameaçada de não beliscar uma vaga para a Libertadores.

O departamento viveu lotado nesse primeiro turno, e Crespo encontrou dificuldades para escalar a equipe. O São Paulo soma 22 pontos em 18 jogos, e apenas uma posição separa o Tricolor do Z4. Se não conseguir embalar uma sequência, a luta contra o rebaixamento pode ser o destino de um elenco recheado de craques que estão abaixo, como Daniel Alves.

CHAPECOENSE

A Chapecoense ainda não venceu no Brasileirão. Na lanterna, a equipe catarinense teve o pior turno de um time na história do Campeonato Brasileiro de pontos corridos, com apenas sete pontos.

O retorno para a Série B parece ser uma questão de tempo para uma equipe que tem a segunda pior defesa e o terceiro pior ataque da competição.

SANTOS

O Peixe teve um começo frustrante de ano. O clube viu o técnico argentino Ariel Holán sair após o fiasco na Libertadores, e apostou suas fichas em Fernando Diniz. O ex-comandante do São Paulo não aproveitou a chance em outra grande equipe, deixando o Santos longe de uma vaga para a Libertadores e com números defensivos preocupantes.

A equipe sente a falta de jogadores importantes como Luan Peres e Kaio Jorge, que deixaram o Santos durante o Brasileirão. Marinho ainda não é o mesmo da temporada passada, e o Peixe sentiu a queda de rendimento de seu principal atleta, que se mostrou descontente e deseja sair.

BAHIA

Se não fossem os gols de Gilberto, empatado na artilharia do Brasileirão com Edenílson e Bruno Henrique, a situação do Tricolor de Aço poderia ser catastrófica. Com o fim do primeiro turno, a equipe de Salvador é a primeira fora do Z4, com 21 pontos.

O problema do Bahia é na parte defensiva. O Tricolor de Aço tem a pior defesa do campeonato, com 32 gols sofridos. Dessa forma, a diretoria optou por demitir Dado Cavalcanti, apostando em Diego Dabove para tirar o Bahia dessa situação.

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O Flamengo teve duas semanas sem jogos, mas, às vésperas de voltar a atuar pelo Brasileirão, está recebendo más notícias. Após Filipe Luís ter lesão constatada nesta quinta, o clube informou que Diego, com um edema na panturrilha direita, também segue fazendo trabalhos específicos no CT nesta manhã. Assim, o meia será mais uma baixa para o jogo contra o Palmeiras.

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Além de Diego e Filipe Luís, Renato Gaúcho não deve contar com outros titulares. É o caso de Bruno Henrique, que vem se recuperando de lesão muscular desde o jogo contra o Grêmio, em 25 de agosto, pela Copa do Brasil.

O zagueiro Rodrigo Caio, por sua vez, já trabalhou com o grupo ao longo das últimas semanas e pode ser a novidade para o duelo com o Verdão. Em trabalho de reequilíbrio biomecânico e muscular desde 31 de julho, o camisa 3 fez seu último jogo pelo Fla em 25 de julho, contra São Paulo, pelo Brasileirão.

Ainda há as dúvidas em relação às participações dos atletas que retornam das Eliminatórias Sul-Americanas – Everton Ribeiro e Gabigol, pelo Brasil, Isla, pelo Chile, e Arrascaeta, pelo Uruguai, -, que atuaram na rodada desta quinta-feira.

It was another year of painful almosts for Arsenal this season, as they missed out on the Premier League title on the final day and were knocked out of the Champions League quarter-finals by a single goal.

However, Mikel Arteta's side have come on leaps and bounds in the last few years, and it's starting to feel more like when, rather than if, they finally lift a major trophy.

That said, adding a genuinely clinical striker this summer would go a long way toward speeding things up, and based on recent reports, that may well happen, which can only be good news for Bukayo Saka.

Arsenal's striker search

According to a recent report from Italian publication La Gazzetta dello Sport, Napoli's star striker Victor Osimhen 'expects' Arsenal to make a move for him this summer.

The report has revealed that while fellow Premier League side Chelsea have ruled themselves out of the race for the Nigerian's signature, the Gunners have maintained a presence 'in the background', leading to the player's belief that they will eventually make a move for him.

If the North Londoners make said move, they will have to pay €120m to activate the forward's release clause, which converts to around £102m.

It would be a costly deal, but with the margins so close this year, it might be worth it, as adding a clinical number nine can only help make Saka even better.

How Osimhen could improve Saka

Now, if Arsenal are going to spend north of £100m on a new striker this summer, they have to be certain that they are getting an upgrade on the two they already employ – Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus – and it looks like they would be. In fact, when comparing the trio's pure output from the last two seasons, it's not even close.

For example, despite enduring a slightly less fruitful campaign by his own lofty standards this year, the "Nigerian nightmare", as dubbed by U23 scout Antonio Mango, returned a mammoth 57 goals and assists in 71 games since the start of 2022/23.

In the same period, Havertz returned 31 in 98 games, whereas Jesus managed 34 in 69, and while these are impressive numbers in their own right, they don't hold a candle to what the former LOSC Lille star managed.

Osimhen vs Havertz vs Jesus
22/23	Osimhen	Havertz	Jesus
Appearances	39	47	33
Goals	31	9	11
Assists	5	1	7
Goal Involvements per Match	0.92	0.21	0.54
23/24	Osimhen	Havertz	Jesus
Appearances	32	51	36
Goals	17	14	8
Assists	4	7	8
Goal Involvements per Match	0.65	0.41	0.44
All Stats via Transfermarkt

His impressive ability to consistently find the back of the net while also providing a reasonable number of assists is why his addition to the side could help Saka reach an entirely new level next season.

The Hale End superstar cemented his status as one of the best players in the country this year by racking up a staggering 20 goals and 14 assists in just 47 games for the Gunners.

Saka's sensational season
Appearances	47
Minutes	3865'
Goals	20
Assists	14
Goal Involvements per Match	0.72
Minutes per Goal Involvement	113'
All Stats via Transfermarkt

However, according to Understat, the English international should've chalked up more assists this season, as he underperformed his expected assists figure by 3.33.

This isn't a failing on the winger's part. Instead, it is indicative of his teammate's failure to finish off their chances, which could well become a problem of the past with the "frightening" Napoli ace in the side, as dubbed by journalist Emmet Gates.

Even if he missed a sitter one moment, he'd almost certainly make up for it later on in the game, thus helping Saka further increase his assist tally.

Ultimately, it would be an incredibly expensive deal to complete, but bringing Osimhen to the Emirates this summer could be the final piece of the puzzle that turns Arsenal from also-rans into title winners.

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With a two-week quarantine period representing a substantial cost for organisers,SLC rethinks timing

Andrew Fidel Fernando11-Aug-2020

Associated Press

The Lanka Premier League (LPL) has been postponed until at least mid-November, after Sri Lanka’s government insisted that anyone arriving on the island for the tournament would have to undergo a 14-day quarantine. With only 17 days to go until the scheduled start of the LPL, and with a two-week quarantine period representing a substantial cost for organisers, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) was forced to rethink the tournament’s timing.SLC had hoped Sri Lanka’s health ministry would allow a shorter and more flexible quarantine period for those directly involved in the tournament – players, broadcast crew, organisers and commentators – but with many of the potential new arrivals coming from nations dealing with Covid-19 outbreaks, government health officers had not consented.”We’re not the experts, so we had to go with what the health ministry is telling us,” SLC vice-president Ravin Wickramaratne told ESPNcricinfo. “There’s a window from November 20th to December 12th, so that is what we are planning.” It was not feasible to simply push the tournament back several weeks, as it would then clash with the proposed dates for the IPL, which the LPL is unlikely to be able to compete with in terms of viewer interest.ALSO READ: Bangladesh tour of SL could be rescheduled to OctoberSri Lanka has largely been successful in containing the virus, recording even fewer official deaths than New Zealand. But that has been the result of stringent quarantine measures, which may even hurt the chances of international cricket resuming in Sri Lanka in October. Bangladesh are due to tour for a Test series during that month, with the BCB even asking to send a development squad, meaning there may be as many as 60 arrivals from Bangladesh. But if all of those flying in are required to undergo 14 days in quarantine, even that tour becomes less feasible, according to Wickramaratne.”We have asked the health ministry to try and be more flexible going forward,” he said. “If they have to do a 14-day quarantine for the Bangladesh tour, then the costs of that will have to be borne by their board, and it becomes difficult.”Playing the LPL at such short notice was always going to be a stretch given franchises are yet to be finalised for the five teams, while sponsors were yet to be found as well. The scarcity of flights into Colombo presented yet another serious logistical hurdle, with players and broadcast personnel needing to be flown in from various parts of the world.SLC had confirmed an event-holder for the tournament in the Dubai-based Innovative Production Group (IPG), however, and IPG is expected to now work towards holding this tournament in November.SLC has frequently failed to host a franchise T20 tournament. On at least four previous occasions, the board has announced a tournament that never materialised.

Chelsea are now said to be hopeful they can tempt Barcelona president Joan Laporta into selling them a £616,000-per-week player, as they plot a £68 million summer transfer bid.

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Much has been made of the board's end-of-season review, which is set to take place this week, but co-sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley can breathe a sigh of relief – as it is believed the Chelsea officials are safe from Todd Boehly's axe.

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Telegraph journalist Matt Law shared this information last week, with Stewart and Winstanley set to spearhead Chelsea's transfer plans again this summer after identifying £400 million-plus worth of new recruits around this time last year.

They will have to contend with PSR, and potentially have to raise £100 million through player sales by June 30, but that isn't to say they don't have a sizable kitty. Indeed, Chelsea are already on the verge of sealing a deal for Palmeiras starlet Estevao, as the club continue their charge to bring in some of world football's most exciting talents.

Moises Caicedo

£115 million

Enzo Fernandez

£107 million

Mykhalo Mudryk

£88 million

Wesley Fofana

£72 million

Romeo Lavia

£58 million

The teenager could set Boehly back as much as £56 million, including £22 million in add-ons (Fabrizio Romano), with the west Londoners also set to potentially invest a fair amount into the senior team.

A new striker and defender is wanted at Chelsea, with the Blues after Napoli star Victor Osimhen and looking at Barcelona's Ronald Araujo as options for each position. They could also opt to reinforce the midfield, as uncertainty continues to surround the future of academy graduate Conor Gallagher.

Now, as per reports from Spain, it appears that another Barca star is turning heads at Stamford Bridge – in the form of Frenkie de Jong. The Dutchman has long been linked with a move to the Premier League, as Man United were caught up in quite a high-profile transfer saga revolving around de Jong two years ago.

A move to England could still be on the cards for Barca's £616,000-per-week ace, with a report from Spain sharing details about Chelsea's interest.

Chelsea hoping to tempt Laporta with £68 million bid for de Jong

Indeed, it is believed that Chelsea are hoping to tempt Barcelona with a £68 million bid for de Jong this summer – and by extension their club president Laporta.

They're apparently planning a £68m move for the 27-year-old, and hope to convince the Catalans to a deal, as well as swaying the player himself into finally departing the Nou Camp.

The La Liga giants, for their part, would be willing to sell as long as they deem Chelsea's final offer worth enough – though it is unclear whether they believe £68 million would be that final price. Laporta and co need to sell and raise funds, and de Jong represents a potentially big opportunity, according to the Spanish report.

Despite Newcastle United's injury crisis this campaign, it has come with a positive as it's allowed boss Eddie Howe to give valuable first-team minutes to multiple youngsters within the club.

Lewis Miley and Elliot Anderson have been the main beneficiaries for the Magpies, with the duo making 36 Premier League appearances between them this season.

18-year-old Miley has impressed under Howe despite his tender age, becoming a real key part of the Newcastle side, after the injuries and suspension to Joelinton and Sandro Tonali, respectively.

He's contributed with four goals and assists combined, a respectable return for such a young player in his breakthrough campaign as a professional.

After Miley's brilliant start to life in the first team under Howe, the Magpies boss and Saudi PIF should step up the chase for another teenage talent who has been linked with a move to the club.

Newcastle interested in 16-year-old talent this summer

According to journalist Graeme Bailey, Newcastle are battling fellow Premier League side Manchester United for the signature of 16-year-old Sunderland talent Chris Rigg – who looks "increasingly likely" to leave his current side.

The box-to-box midfielder, who currently plies his trade in the Championship, has excelled for the Black Cats, despite the club struggling to secure a return to England's top flight.

He's scored twice in 21 appearances this season in what has been an incredible breakthrough season for the youngster despite his tender age.

Despite the Magpies and United's interest, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham and Aston Villa have all registered interest in the talent who is valued at £250k, as per Transfermarkt.

Why Rigg & Miley could be the future of Newcastle

Given the fact Rigg and Miley are both still aged just 16 & 17 respectively, the pair could prove to be the future of Newcastle, with the duo not looking out of place so far this season throughout their respective campaigns.

The "Roy Keane-esque" youngster, as described by former boss Tony Mowbray, has produced some excellent stats in England's second tier this season, with Rigg making two tackles per 90, demonstrating his ball-winning abilities.

He's also averaged 4.2 progressive passes per 90 – a tally that is higher than current Magpies player Miley, albeit in a lower-quality division.

Tackles

2

2.5

Successful take-ons

1.6

0.6

Progressive passes

4.2

4

Pass completion

76%

82%

Progressive carries

2.4

1.1

Blocks

1

1.5

Rigg blows Miley out of the water when it comes to progressive carries with the ball, with his tally of 2.4 per 90 more than double than that of the 17-year-old who can only muster 1.1, with the pair seemingly showcasing a complementary mix of talents to make them an effective partnership.

There's no disputing the Sunderland youngster's quality, especially given he is just 16, with the club needing to push hard this summer to invest in a potential gem for the future.

He would be a perfect partner for Miley in the years to come, with the Magpies also needing to keep one eye on the future as well as the present as they try to reclaim a Champions League spot next season.

Whilst the Black Cats may be reluctant to sell such a star to their bitter rivals, should Howe's side produce a reasonable offer for Rigg, the club may be forced to accept it with the midfielder's family known to be huge Newcastle supporters.

A controversial deal, no doubt, but the Magpies would be foolish not to pursue it.

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Glasgow Rangers return to action in the Scottish Premiership on Wednesday night in their third attempt to face Dundee away from home at Dens Park.

The Light Blues need to bounce back from their disappointing defeat away to Ross County last time out with all three points in this match ahead of their cup tie with Hearts.

Philippe Clement's side can close the gap between themselves and Celtic to just one point in the Premiership table if they pick up the win on Wednesday.

The Belgian head coach could look make changes and alter his starting XI from the 3-1 loss to Ross County, and here is FFC's predicted Gers lineup for the clash with Dundee.

1 Jack Butland

Former England international Jack Butland, who was signed on a free transfer from Crystal Palace last summer, did not enjoy his best afternoon last time out, as two of his saves were followed up by finishes from opposition forwards.

However, the towering colossus, who has started all 32 games in the league for the Light Blues, seems likely to retain his place as the first choice.

2 James Tavernier

At right-back, James Tavernier could start again after he netted his 17th league goal of the season from the penalty spot against Ross County.

The Rangers captain has scored in six of his last seven league games for the club, scoring seven goals in that time, and could look to add to his tally against Dundee.

3 Connor Goldson

At the heart of the defence, Connor Goldson could retain his position at centre-back for the Scottish giants despite the team conceding three goals.

He won all eight of his individual duels but will be hoping to organise his defence better to stop soft goals being given away on Wednesday night.

4 John Souttar

Alongside Goldson, John Souttar could start once again after a solid performance in spite of the team's poor display and defensive showing last time out.

The Scotland international made multiple last-ditch blocks and clearances – with two blocks and five clearances in total – to stop the scoreline being even worse than it was.

5 Dujon Sterling

The first alteration to the starting XI could come at left-back as Borna Barisic could be ditched from the team to make away for Dujon Sterling.

Against Ross County, the Croatian lightweight only completed 67% of his attempted passes and won just one ground duel in 54 minutes on the pitch.

Whereas, Sterling won ten of his 12 ground duels and completed 74% of his attempted passes in 90 minutes against Celtic in the Old Firm clash at left-back, and could provide a more combative presence at the back for the Light Blues if selected over Barisic.

This is why Clement could unleash the "powerful" – as described by former boss Alex Neil at Stoke City – battler from the start at left-back against Dundee.

6 John Lundstram

John Lundstram could keep his place at the base of the midfield, despite falling asleep for the second Ross County goal to allow his man to score a rebound from Butland's save.

He did, however, complete 90% of his attempted passes and win four of his six physical duels throughout the game, which shows that it was not a completely poor display from the former Sheffield United man.

7 Nicolas Raskin

The second alteration to the starting XI could come next to Lundstram in the middle of the park, with Nicolas Raskin replacing Kieran Dowell.

Against Ross County, the former Norwich man failed to create any chances or register a single effort on goal, whilst being dribbled past twice by opposition players.

Raskin, who has only been dribbled past 0.6 times per game and won 55% of his duels in the Premiership this season, could be given an opportunity to shine in his place.

8 Todd Cantwell

In the attacking midfield position, Todd Cantwell should start again after an energetic and unfortunate performance against Ross County on Sunday.

The English whiz forced a terrific save out of Ross Laidlaw during the first half and then hit the crossbar with a fierce effort in the second half, which suggests that the talented attacker was unlucky not to score on the day.

He also created two chances for his teammates and won ten duels throughout the game, and should now be given another chance to showcase his quality.

9 Abdallah Sima

On the right of the attacking trio, Abdallah Sima should retain his position in the starting XI to offer a goalscoring threat in the final third for Rangers.

The Senegal international, who is on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion, has scored 11 goals in 16 Premiership starts this season, and could fire the team to the three points if provided with the right chances in front of goal.

10 Fabio Silva

In the number nine position, Clement could finally ditch Cyriel Dessers from the lineup, as he has not been on the bench in the league since the 28th of February against Kilmarnock, after he produced a horrorshow against Ross County.

The Nigerian marksman missed two 'big chances' and lost 80% of his duels throughout the game, as he proved himself to be a liability out of possession and in front of goal.

Fabio Silva, who usually plays on the left flank, should now be handed an opportunity to show what he can do as the central striker, which is a position he has played in for Rangers earlier this term.

Noussair Mazraoui has explained what he will add to Manchester United as he prepares to get underway at his new club after joining from Bayern Munich.

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Mazraoui joined United from BayernWill be in squad for clash with FulhamFull-back explains what he adds to teamWHAT HAPPENED?

The full-back made the move to Old Trafford earlier this week as the Red Devils completed a £60 million ($77m) double deal for him and Matthijs de Ligt from Bayern Munich, reuniting the pair with their former Ajax coach Erik ten Hag.

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Mazraoui has not had much time to settle in to life at the English side ahead of their opening game of the Premier League season against Fulham on Friday. However, the Morocco international is confident he will blend in well with his new surroundings as he explained his ability to thrive under pressure.

WHAT MAZRAOUI SAID

He told the club's website: "I think now during my career I’m used to nothing else. To perform, to have pressure that you always have to become champion, I think I’m really used to that because of the clubs I’ve played for now.If the club demands that, if the fans demand that of the club, they demand it of you, of course. You have to perform, it’s no question."

He added: "I think I’m a player who adapts fast. I’m quite good under pressure. When they press high, I can find a way to come out of the press. Attacking-wise, I like to really support the winger. That’s the guy who has to score and give the assists, so I try to support him the best I can in both ways, in defending ways and also on the ball."

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Ten Hag confirmed at a press conference this week that Mazraoui and De Ligt will be in the United squad as they open up the new season against Fulham at Old Trafford on Friday.

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Gabriel Barbosa, ídolo do Flamengo, é o principal atacante brasileiro que atua no país. Entretanto, Gabriel Jesus também é uma potência que joga há anos em alta na Europa. Essa dualidade vem gerando dor de cabeça para Tite decidir quem deve assumir o comando de ataque da Seleção. Para Sormani, comentarista da “ESPN”, não há dúvidas nessa questão. De acordo com ele, Gabigol é superior em todos os quesitos em comparação com Jesus.
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Nesta terça-feira, o jornalista questionou a “paciência” de Tite com Gabriel Jesus e critica uma suposta preferência do treinador com o atacante do Manchester City.

– Gabriel Jesus não é melhor que o Barbosa em nenhum fundamento. Gabriel Jesus não faz mais gol que Gabigol, não se movimenta mais, não tem mais velocidade, não dribla mais e a inteligência dele também não é melhor que a do Gabigol. Gabriel Barbosa fez um jogo e foi sacado. Gabriel Jesus está na Seleção Brasileira desde que Cabral aportou em terras brasileiras. Ele cansa de jogar mal e não é sacado do time – afirmou Sormani, que já revelou ser “fã” do atacante do Flamengo.

– Gabriel Barbosa fez um jogo abaixo e não volta mais. Ele precisa de confiança. Se não tiver sequência, vai ficar pensando que não pode errar um passe, não pode errar finalização e movimentação para não ser sacado do time. O Gabriel Jesus tem esse privilégio, pode fazer o que quiser porque o Tite morre de amores por ele. Passou uma Copa do Mundo inteira sem fazer gol, isso nunca tinha acontecido na história do futebol brasileiro – disse no programa “Bate-Bola Debate”.

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Por fim, ele concluiu afirmando que é um “absurdo” a preferência de Tite.

– Acho um absurdo o Tite ter paciência com o Gabriel Jesus e não ter com o Gabigol. Para mim, o Gabigol é muito mais jogador que o Jesus. Ele é técnico da Seleção, não pode se apaixonar por jogadores.

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