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The National
a day ago
- Sport
- The National
Ange Postecoglou makes decision on ex-Celtic keeper Forster
The 37-year-old's contract at the North London club will not be renewed this summer after a player update was recently provided. "We can confirm the departures of Fraser Forster, Sergio Reguilon and Alfie Whiteman following the conclusion of their contracts, while Timo Werner departs following the conclusion of his loan spell from RB Leipzig," a Spurs statement read. Read more: "We thank Fraser, Sergio, Alfie and Timo for their service and wish them well for the future." Forster joined Spurs on a free transfer from Southampton in 2022. He has predominantly been a backup goalkeeper for the side. Ex-Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou has kept the Englishman around for his spell in charge up to this point, with Forster picking up a Europa League winners' medal when Spurs beat Manchester United 1-0 in the final last week. He will now move on to pastures new after making 34 appearances in dark blue and white. In other news, Luke McCowan says it was all about giving Jota a hug after discovering his painful injury news. The winger was ruled out for six to nine months after sustaining a knee issue at Tannadice in April. "When Jota was told about the nature of the injury, it was just about giving him a big hug," said McCowan. 'Regardless of how long it is, if it's long, if it's shorter than what it is, you just know he's a very important player for us. "We'll keep ensuring his mental state is always in the right place. "He's a good and big character for us as well. He's a very lively, influential person. "Even in the game when he got his injury, the first question he asked when the boys came in at half-time was, 'It's definitely my goal, isn't it?'. "So I don't think he was that worried about his knee at that point. But he's been a top player for this club and I'm sure he will be in future."
Glasgow Times
a day ago
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Tottenham confirm exit of former Celtic star Fraser Forster
The 37-year-old's contract at the North London club will not be renewed this summer. A Spurs statement read: "We can confirm the departures of Fraser Forster, Sergio Reguilon, and Alfie Whiteman following the conclusion of their contracts, while Timo Werner departs following the conclusion of his loan spell from RB Leipzig." Read more: The club thanked the players for their service and wished them well for the future. Forster joined Spurs on a free transfer from Southampton in 2022. He has predominantly served as a backup goalkeeper. Ex-Celtic manager, Ange Postecoglou, kept the Englishman around during his spell in charge, with Forster picking up a Europa League winners' medal when Spurs beat Manchester United 1-0 in the final last week. He will now move on to pastures new after making 34 appearances in dark blue and white. In other news, Luke McCowan has spoken about his concern for Jota, who was ruled out for six to nine months after sustaining a knee issue at Tannadice in April. McCowan said: "When Jota was told about the nature of the injury, it was just about giving him a big hug. "Regardless of how long it is, if it's long, if it's shorter than what it is, you just know he's a very important player for us. "We'll keep ensuring his mental state is always in the right place. "He's a good and big character for us as well. "He's a very lively, influential person." He added that Jota is a top player for the club and expects him to continue being so in future.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Ex-Celtic star named new Partick Thistle manager as they finally appoint new boss over three months after Doolan sacked
The chairman held discussions with a number of candidates and says he was the best fit for the Scottish Championship side MADE HIS MARK Ex-Celtic star named new Partick Thistle manager as they finally appoint new boss over three months after Doolan sacked Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PARTICK Thistle have appointed Mark Wilson as their new head coach. Wilson was in interim charge of the club, alongside Brian Graham, after Kris Doolan was sacked in February. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Mark Wilson takes over at Partick Thistle Credit: Kenny Ramsay 3 Mark Wilson and Brian Graham were in interim charge of the Jags Credit: Willie Vass 3 Wilson shouts instructions from the sidelines Credit: Steve Welsh The pair led Thistle to the Scottish Premiership play-offs before being put out by eventual winners Livingston. That form has been enough to convince the board to give the role to Wilson permanently as Graham turned down the chance. Wilson said: 'I am really pleased to be the head coach at Partick Thistle and I cannot wait to get started. "It is going to be a busy summer but one I am looking forward to." The Jags board and sporting director also interviewed Morton boss Dougie Imrie, former Dunfermline manager James McPake and ex-Celtic defender Paul Caddis. Chairman Richard Beastall said: "We held both preliminary conversations and formal interviews with a number of candidates and we believe Mark is the best fit for Partick Thistle. "His knowledge and commitment to promoting our own talent shone through, as did the leadership he showed on the training pitch, in the dressing room and during matches as we enjoyed a memorable end to the season. "It was always clear to us throughout the process that that Mark was an integral part of our future aspirations.' More to follow....
The National
3 days ago
- Business
- The National
Total Celtic Frimpong profit as Liverpool timeline emerges
The Hoops negotiated a clause when selling the right-back to Leverkusen for an initial £11.5m in 2021, entitling them to 30 per cent of the profit banked whenever he moved on again. Frimpong has become one the most sought after full-backs in world football after helping Xabi Alonso's side to the Bundesliga title in 2024, interesting a host of English clubs over the past year or two. It is Liverpool who have won the race to sign the 24-year-old in one of this summer's worst kept secrets. Read more: Former Celtic goalkeeper set to depart Ange Postecoglou's Spurs this summer Ex-Celtic player & coach 'considered' for Manchester City role under Pep Guardiola It has been expected to go through for some time now and the Daily Mail are reporting it will be announced soon after the opening of the transfer window, which is this Sunday. The Premier League champions are poised to trigger Frimpong's release clause of £33.7m (€40m) which places the Bundesliga side's profit at With the Hoops due 30 per cent of that, their windfall will be £5.5m.
The National
22-05-2025
- Sport
- The National
Classy moment McCoist congratulates Ange after UEL triumph
The former Celtic boss has had his detractors this season as he sits 17th in the Premier League with Tottenham but he promised he always wins something in his second season at a club - and he duly delivered. It was a battle of the EPL's underachievers in the European final as Spurs went up against Manchester United, only one place above them in the league table. And it was the London side who were celebrating by the end with Brennan Johnson's opportunistic finish at the end of the first half separating the sides. Postecoglou reflected on delivering his promise and also discussed his future post-match amid claims he could be sacked despite that trophy success. (Image: X) Celtic sent out a classy message from their club socials as they congratulated the man who brought them so much silverware during his time in Glasgow - and they're not the only ones. Ally McCoist yesterday defended Ange after the Aussie snapped at a reporter wo hadn't written a column claiming he was treading a fine line between being a hero and a clown ahead of the big final. Coisty thought it was a ridiculous comment and believed in Postecoglou's right to stick up for himself in that moment. Read more: Ex-Celtic star reveals he 'shook hands' on deal with Bundesliga club before switching Ex-Rangers forward reveals failed move to Brazilian giants It looks like his kind words were appreciated as the two shared a touching moment after the game. The Rangers legend was on co-comms duty for TNT Sports and managed to catch up with the Spurs boss on the pitch amid all of the bedlam of the celebrations. The pair shared a meaningful hug which went on for some time as McCoist gave his words of congratulations at the same time. A touching moment between two men from different sides of the Glasgow divide who clearly have a lot of respect for one another.
