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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Barcelona determined to secure top reinforcement for crucial role
Barcelona are eyeing the transfer market, this time to strengthen their goalkeeping options. In fact, according to a recent report from SPORT, the club is seriously considering a summer move for a top goalkeeper, but they are treading carefully due to the complex situation around current No.1 Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Advertisement The German remains not only the undisputed starter but also the captain of the team, making any major decision in this position a delicate one. Despite this, the club's technical staff believe it's time to plan for the future. Furthermore, with Wojciech Szczesny extending his contract, options are getting narrower and more expensive. One name that continues to gain traction is Joan Garcia. The young shot-stopper has impressed at Espanyol and comes with a relatively affordable release clause of €25 million. His age, potential, and experience in La Liga make him an appealing option. Still, Barça know that negotiating with city rivals is rarely simple, and other clubs are also watching him closely. Chevalier and Verbruggen among backup options Lucas Chevalier is on Barcelona's radar. (Photo by) Barcelona are also monitoring two more goalkeepers, namely, Lucas Chevalier from Lille and Bart Verbruggen from Brighton. Advertisement Chevalier has a deal with Lille that runs until 2027, and his price is expected to be at least €40 million. That is a steep figure, especially given Barcelona's financial struggles and strict La Liga fair play limits. Meanwhile, Verbruggen has caught attention for his performances in England, although Brighton won't let him leave easily. His contract runs until 2028, meaning any potential deal would also come with a high price tag. Unless Barça are willing to trust someone from their academy, a serious investment in a new goalkeeper is unavoidable. While Ter Stegen is still a top performer, planning for the long term has become a priority, which is why Joan Garcia might just be the ideal balance between potential and affordability.
Scoop
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
THE HOUSE WITHIN: Trailer & Release Date Revealed For Acclaimed Dame Fiona Kidman Documentary
Press Release – The Public Good Ahead of its nationwide theatrical release on July 17, the highly anticipated trailer for The House Within, a documentary film on the life and work of internationally acclaimed New Zealand writer Dame Fiona Kidman, premiered on Saturday to a sold-out audience at the Auckland Writers Festival. Directed by Joshua Prendeville, The House Within is the first-ever documentary to explore the personal and literary legacy of Dame Fiona Kidman – one of New Zealand's most respected and influential writers. At 84, Kidman remains a towering figure in the country's literary and cultural history. ' The House Within is a project very close to my heart, ' says Prendeville. 'I t's one that I feel was really important to do now, given Fiona's immense contribution to the arts, and social causes over her lifetime. Fiona has spent her life standing up for the rights of others and carving out a space for herself in industries where she was often the only woman in the room. ' ' The film is more than a portrait of a literary icon,' the director adds. 'It's about the courage to speak one's truths, and the personal toll of doing so. ' The House Within shines a light on a truly maverick writer who overcame innumerable obstacles to establish her voice and place in the world of literature, and the cost of standing by those values over a lifetime. THE HOUSE WITHIN, A PORTRAIT OF DAME FIONA KIDMAN, IN CINEMAS ACROSS NEW ZEALAND FROM THURSDAY JULY 17, 2025 Written & Directed by Joshua Prendeville Produced by Kerry Prendeville, Victoire Maderou & Joshua Prendeville Vendetta Films is managing the NZ distribution About the Film The House Within is a documentary on the internationally celebrated New Zealand writer Dame Fiona Kidman (Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, Chevalier of the French Legion of Honour). The film explores the profound ways in which life and fiction become inextricably braided over time, tracing the deeply personal experiences that have shaped her voice and vision. Offering an intimate window into Kidman's fascinating and often tumultuous journey, the film captures her reflections on private losses, formative struggles, and the fire that drove her to tell stories that have resonated with readers around the world. It's a portrait of a literary maverick – and the emotional truths that made her fiction unforgettable.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
‘It makes you think' – Lucas Chevalier reveals Premier League temptation
Could Lucas Chevalier (23) be set for a move to the Premier League? The Lille OSC goalkeeper's recent comments suggest he is at least tempted by the idea. Chevalier was present at the UNFP end-of-season awards on Sunday. During the ceremony, he was named best goalkeeper in Ligue 1 for the 2024/25 season and was also included in the Ligue 1 team-of-the-year. This season, Lille are in the race to return to the UEFA Champions League and it is in this competition that the young shotstopper has particularly shone. His performances in the League Phase of the competition led to great clamour for him to be involved in the France set-up. He has since earned his first call-up from Didier Deschamps. Advertisement For several months, Chevalier has been linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain. However, a move to the Parc des Princes is looking less likely given Gianluigi Donnarumma's return to form. But that doesn't mean that a summer move away from Lille isn't off the cards entirely. Speaking at the UNFP awards, Chevalier hinted that he would be interested in a move abroad. 'The Premier League? It is the most attractive league. When you see Tottenham and Manchester United, who are struggling with crazy players [in their squads]… I have two years left on my contract, and you know the president (Olivier Létang) (laughs). I haven't had any contacts, but it makes you think,' said the goalkeeper in a conference, transcribed by Julien Froment. GFFN | Luke Entwistle
Metro
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Metro
£34m Man Utd target talks up 'dream' Premier League move ahead of summer window
One of Manchester United's transfer targets has talked up the prospect of a 'dream' move to the Premier League ahead of the summer window. Despite reaching the Europa League final, it has been a season to forget for United who have slumped to new lows in the league under Ruben Amorim. The Red Devils lost 2-0 at home to West Ham on the weekend to slip down to 16th in the table after what was their 17th league defeat of the season. Such was the manner of the performance that Amorim even appeared to cast doubt on his future at the club should performances not improve at the start of next season. With that in mind, this summer's transfer window promises to be of huge significance for United as they look to, once again, reshape their squad. 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. Attacking reinforcements are likely to be prioritised, and the club has already earmarked deals for Matheus Cunha and Liam Delap. Elsewhere, though, Andre Onana's mixed displays in goal have put United under pressure to also upgrade upon the Cameroonian in the summer. Reports have previously linked United with a move for French goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier, who has enjoyed a superb season with Lille. The 23-year-old, who could cost around £34million, was named Ligue 1 goalkeeper of the season, but was quick to speculate about what his future could hold next season. Asked about a potential move to the Premier League at the UNFP awards ceremony, Chevalier said: 'The Premier League? It's a championship that makes you dream, the most attractive. 'When you see Tottenham, Manchester United struggling with crazy players, you see the level. More Trending 'I have a 2-year contract, and you know the president. I haven't had any specific proposals from this country, but it makes you think.' Chevalier's performances had also led to interest from Paris Saint-Germain, but the Parisian club are said to be parked their interest given the superb performances of Gianluigi Donnarumma. United, meanwhile, are considering other options to Chevalier as they look to upgrade upon Onana and Altay Bayindir, who has also flattered to deceive when given opportunities in the first team. A move for Eintracht Frankfurt goalkeeper Kaua Santos has been mooted in recent months, while Brighton's Bart Verbruggen is also of interest. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Shock favourite to become new Man Utd manager revealed if Ruben Amorim quits job MORE: £35m Chelsea star told to consider shock move to 'good club' Arsenal MORE: Sunderland can survive a nervy home game with Frank Lampard's Coventry to reach Championship play-off final
CBC
06-05-2025
- Health
- CBC
Millions of migrating birds pass through southwestern Ontario. Here's how researchers are tracking avian flu
The researchers plan to continue sampling the region until at least the end of the year Image | Birds at Holiday Beach Conservation Area Caption: Geese are some of the wild birds that will pass through Holiday Beach Conservation Area, in Amherstburg, Ont. or make it their home. (Jennifer La Grassa/CBC) At a conservation site in southwestern Ontario, research student Cam Chevalier lies down flat on his stomach on a wooden bridge and reaches over the edge to scoop some water into a bottle. The sample he collects at Holiday Beach Conservation Area is the final one for the day — he's already been to nine other locations where migrating birds stop along the northern shore of Lake Erie. On top of the samples, Chevalier also makes note of the birds he sees out and about that day. He then delivers a case full of the labelled samples to the University of Windsor, where researchers test it for highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1). The disease, which is commonly known as bird flu, has been surging in the United States. Millions of birds have been impacted by the H5N1 strain, which has also crossed species and infected mammals like cows, cats and dogs. There's also been other strains circulating. The start of spring migration in February means that millions of birds from the U.S. have been moving north into Canada. "Essex County lies at the crux of two major migratory flyways," said Chevalier. And that means that the region is, "a hotspot for understanding which species of birds move into our region, whether they carry the virus [and] whether they shed that virus into our waterways so that we can detect it," according to Dan Mennill, Chevalier's supervisor and University of Windsor ornithologist. Many of the birds that stop over in Essex County after crossing Lake Erie will head to other parts of Canada, like northern Ontario, Quebec and Manitoba, says Mennill. For Mennill, what's unique about this project is that it's one of few to look at how wild birds, like a Canada goose or a mallard duck, can spread avian influenza. "We need to be ready for if avian influenza becomes a serious risk to human health," said Mennill. "For us to be ready to handle that kind of situation, we need to know which birds are the primary vectors that transmit this virus, we need to know how it moves in wild birds [and] how it moves between wild birds and domestic birds." What are the researchers tracking? University of Windsor chemistry professor Kenneth Ng had actually pitched this project. Ng and his team are not only checking for the virus in the water samples they receive, they're also closely tracking any changes to the virus' structure. "What we are definitely concerned about, and what a lot of people are concerned about, are changes in the virus that allow it to infect people more easily and then to spread among people more easily," said Ng. While there have been 70 people infected in the United States, there's only been one reported in Canada. For now, there's been no reported spread of bird flu between people. But the strain of H5N1 circulating in cows in the U.S. is just one mutation away from being more transmissible between humans, suggests a study recently published in the peer-reviewed journal Science. "The virus is constantly changing," said Ng. "There are a lot of changes that happen that don't increase the ability of the virus to spread and then there are these rare changes that do." What have they found so far? What's hard, says Ng, is knowing which changes could be consequential. "There are some changes that are known that would improve transmission, but I would have to say that there are many other changes that are not known," he said. While they've been making note of any changes they find, Ng says the information they're gathering right now is creating a baseline for them to compare future samples to. If bird flu becomes a bigger public health problem, where the disease is easily infecting people and spreading, Ng says that's where their data could play a role. "The information that we have would help to define like the start of a pandemic more quickly than like if you didn't have that information," he said. The researchers plan to continue sampling the region until at least the end of the year.
