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Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Manchester United told cost of Bryan Mbeumo transfer amid key contract detail
Manchester United and Newcastle are among the clubs chasing 20-goal Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo ahead of the summer transfer window Brentford boss Thomas Frank has warned Manchester United that Bryan Mbeumo will cost "a lot" of money this summer. The Cameroon international was one of the Premier League's most-potent attackers this season, notching up 20 goals and seven assists for the Bees. However, Brentford have reluctantly accepted that after nearly six years in west London, Mbeumo could now be set to depart the club and move onto pastures new. United and Newcastle are eyeing the 25-year-old but Frank insists the Bees won't rollover during transfer negotiations. The Dane told Tipsbladet: 'It is clear that if he is to be sold, it must be for a nice, nice amount. It is a lot. Mucho. Really a lot. 'Then it is clear that it is impossible to replace him one for one. It cannot be done. There is a reason why he costs x number of million pounds, and we do not have x number of million pounds to buy for." When asked to shed light on the extent of potential interest, Frank added: 'I would say that I would be surprised if a lot of big clubs don't look at him. I would be surprised with what he has to offer. "How many wingers score 20 goals for a mid-table club? And then with seven assists plus his work ethic. And his character. All these things mean that he has a lot, so he is a good player.' Between Mbeumo and fellow forward Yoane Wissa, the pair hit 39 goals in the Premier League this term despite losing Ivan Toney to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli last summer. Mbeumo has just over one year left to run on his current contract but Brentford do have a one-year extension option which the club can activate. United are in the market for attacking reinforcements for Ruben Amorim but they're operating with limited finances after losing the Europa League final to Tottenham. They've now activated Matheus Cunha's release clause, worth £62.5million, so their spending power will now be dictated by player sales. Newcastle have long been chasing Mbeumo and he has been on their radar for some time while Arsenal had previously looked at the highly-rated winger. Speaking towards the end of the season, Frank admitted that Brentford remain a selling club and pinpointed that unfortunately, they would struggle to keep hold of their best players moving forward. The Bees narrowly missed out on UEFA Conference League football but they did secure their second top-half finish in three seasons, ending up in 10th spot.
BBC News
2 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Yarmoliuk signs new long-term Brentford deal
Brentford midfielder Yehor Yarmoliuk has signed a new long-term contract, keeping him at the club until 2031 with an option for an extra Ukraine international signed for the Bees in the summer of 2022 from SC Dnipro-1 and, after initially impressing for the B team and making his first team debut, signed a five-year deal in made 35 appearances in all competitions in the 2024-25 campaign, with 31 coming in the Premier 21-year-old started nine of the final ten games of the season and made his senior Ukraine debut against Belgium in March."I am very happy to sign a new contract with the first team," he said on the deal. "It just gives me more energy to work even harder."I've really enjoyed the season, starting in the Premier League and making my senior Ukraine debut. I'm so proud of myself and just want to keep going."You always need to have something to improve. I want to improve everything in my game to take myself and the team to the next level."I am so grateful to the club for this, and it gives me more confidence and enjoyment in playing football.""I'm so pleased," added Bees Thomas Frank."It's another big success story for the B team. Neil MacFarlane and his team did a great job to get him ready for the first team."He's started the last six games, which is his next step. He's a fantastic pressing player, he's dynamic, and he covers so much of the pitch."He's strong in duels and he has a drive to run forward. I like the way he distributes over the pitch."Yehor has a few development areas as he's still a young player, but he is another good example of a Brentford player who will make us better in the future and who will also get better himself."
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Four Liverpool stars hint at exits as £224m summer transfer splurge sanctioned
Liverpool have already agreed deals to sign Jeremie Frimpong and are in talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a potential club-record move for Germany star Florian Wirtz - but there will be a number of outgoings at Anfield too Trent Alexander-Arnold bid farewell to Liverpool on Sunday and posted an emotional final farewell on social media on Wednesday night. But the England star won't be the only player departing Anfield this summer. As he was at the heart of Sunday's celebrations at Anfield, he was seen shedding tears multiple times, including during the victory parade through Liverpool the next day. All in, it signals the end of his time with the club, with the 26 year-old now poised to join Real Madrid on a free transfer, having chosen not to renew his contract on Merseyside after 20 years with the Reds. Liverpool have already acted swiftly to secure a successor, closing in on the acquisition of Dutch international Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen for his £29million release clause. They're also negotiating with the German side over a potential record-breaking £126m deal for Florian Wirtz. And they're making moves also Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez, the left-back who enjoyed a standout season in the Premier League, potentially to the tune of £40m. As such, it's shaping up to be a very busy opening to the transfer window for the champions. And Alexander-Arnold is unlikely to be the only outgoing. Several team-mates are pondering their futures at the club. And FOUR stars have hinted that their careers may soon be elsewhere following the final game of the season against Crystal Palace. Chief among them is goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher, who has caught Brentford's eye. With Bayer Leverkusen moving on Bees No.1 Mark Flekken, the London club are eyeing a £20m deal for the Ireland stopper, who shared his ambition to be a first-choice in a post-match interview as he once more underlined his desire for regular playing time. "I think I've said it before that I feel like I'm a number one," said Kelleher. "And I think I'm good enough to play week-in, week-out. And that's what I'm looking to do, obviously. This season I was lucky enough to play a lot of games but yeah, definitely something I am looking at." Having been No.2 to Alisson for so long, Kelleher is set to drop further down the pecking order with the arrival of £29m Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia. The Georgian stopper has already made clear that, after staying in Spain on loan last season, he is heading to Anfield to fight to be No.1. In another, more subtle, revelation, Andy Robertson told Match of the Day that perhaps his position at the club isn't as secure as it once was. The Scotland captain, now 31, has just one year left on his deal and is more than aware of the push to bring in Kerkez. He hinted at considering his own future. "Obviously, the club are going to have a busy summer, so we need to see where everyone stands," Robertson remarked. "But it's been a special time here, I loved my time here. "It's been eight special years, and I've cherished every moment I've played in front of these fans, especially at Anfield. Today was special." Harvey Elliott couldn't hold back the tears as he hugged his father on the pitch post-match following Liverpool's draw against Palace and he is increasingly likely to depart after making just two Premier League starts all season. Having been a regular under Jurgen Klopp he has found breaking into Arne Slot's lineup far tougher. After the club's open top bus parade he wrote: "This club. These fans. This city, forever in my heart. Thank you for another incredible experience." He's openly considered his future and is unlikely to be short of suitors in the Premier League. The question is whether any will meet Liverpool's £40m price tag, or if the Reds are willing to reduce. Similarly, Kostas Tsimikas has left supporters guessing over his Anfield career after his social media reminisce about Liverpool's league glory. He shared his emotions next to an image of him with the Premier League trophy, stating: "As a kid kicking a ball in Greece, I could never imagine this day – lifting the Premier League trophy as a Liverpool FC player. Five years at this club have taught me what it means to never walk alone: this city, this team, and these fans carried us through every step. "I'm overwhelmed with pride in what we've achieved and gratitude for everyone who stood by us. We overcame every challenge together. Greek Scouser's heart is forever with Liverpool." Like Kelleher, he's set to fall further down the pecking order with Kerkez's arrival. Even if Robertson departed, he'd very much remain as back up. They are not the only players whose futures are uncertain. Joe Gomez, Wataru Endo, Darwin Nunez, Federico Chiesa, Diogo Jota and Jarell Quansah could all possibly head out of the exit door in search of more regular action. Then there's the situations with Ibrahima Konate and Luis Diaz, amid their contract issues. Konate is in talks over a new deal, but Diaz is interesting Barcelona and could be tempted by a switch to Spain if their interest solidifies and Liverpool are made an offer worth thinking about. Slot admitted after the draw with Palace that he needs to hold talks with a number of Liverpool's players to find out their future plans - aware that some of his fringe men may want more regular action and may need to go elsewhere to get it. "If we need to strengthen the team, we will," he declared. "Because I don't know yet if all the players who didn't play that much this season will all want to stay, yes or no. This is something we will find out in the upcoming weeks." While fans are eagerly anticipating Liverpool's potential new signings, with eyes on Frimpong and Wirtz, it wouldn't be shocking to see a flurry of departures from Anfield. With whispers of possible exits and players internally debating their next moves, the club is bracing for some tough choices in the near future.
Irish Independent
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Liverpool set Caoimhín Kelleher price tag as Brentford make move for Ireland goalkeeper
Current Bees No 1 Mark Flekken set to depart Londoners for Erik ten Hag's Bayer Leverkusen Brentford are among the clubs interested in signing Caoimhín Kelleher, with Liverpool wanting at least £20m for the Cork-born goalkeeper. Ireland number one Kelleher will soon enter the last year of his contract at Anfield and is expected to leave in search of regular first-team football.
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Kelleher could link up with Ireland pal as fresh Premier League interest emerges
Caoimhin Kelleher could link up with one of his Ireland teammates at club level this summer, with Premier League side Brentford set to enter the market for a top goalkeeper. The Bees are fearful of losing Mark Flekken to Bayer Leverkusen, now that former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has taken over at the Bundesliga side. He is interested in bringing his fellow Dutchman to the BayArena - and Flekken is reportedly keen to make the move. That would leave Thomas Frank in need of a top-class replacement, and Kelleher's name has now been connected with the side that finished 10th in the Premier League last season. Kelleher's Ireland pal and Brentford centre-half Nathan Collins was the only outfield player to play every minute of the Premier League campaign. The Corkman has repeatedly spoken of his desire to nail down regular first-team football. His most recent comments came after Liverpool's final game of the season when he said: 'I think I've said it before as well that I feel like I'm good enough to be a number one. 'I feel like I'm good enough to play week in, week out – and that's what I'm looking to do. 'This season I was lucky enough to play a lot of games, but it's definitely something I'm looking at.' Kelleher made 10 Premier League appearances for the Reds during their title-winning campaign, while he played 10 more games between the Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup. Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrímsson recently called on the goalkeeper to secure regular football. With Gavin Bazunu's injury woes, Kelleher has emerged as Ireland's undisputed number one during the Icelandic manager's reign. 'I just want him to go to a club where he will play on a regular basis,' said Hallgrímsson, as he announced his squad for the friendlies against Senegal and Luxembourg. 'I'm not so bothered where he goes because he showed everyone he can play at the highest level of the Champions League and Premier League. 'Sometimes goalkeepers and centre-backs, if they are playing at a lower league level they have a lot to do and keep busy. 'I know he wants to be playing at the highest level and he's spoken about that as well. 'I know that and I guess - I don't know for sure - he will be playing at the highest level.'
