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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Atletico Madrid agree terms with USMNT star
With Real Betis' season ending on Wednesday night, their transfer business is getting underway in earnest. One of the most likely exits is USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso, who has made an impact ever since arriving in Seville. Cardoso, 23, was signed from Internacional in Brazil in January of 2024, and more or less locked down a starting role immediately. Betis have already extended his contract, but last summer agreed a €25m sell clause with Tottenham Hotspur, in exchange for a reduction in price on Giovani Lo Celso. Priority target for Atletico Madrid Spurs are reportedly interested in Cardoso for next season, but require the green light from the player in order to make a move. Their issue is that Atletico Madrid have made him a priority target. Marca say that after the Conference League final, Atletico have now made formal contact, after both sides expressed an interest in a deal several weeks ago. Image via Joaquín Corchero / AFP7 / Europa Pres Their information is that Cardoso has given the green light for a deal, and there is a verbal agreement on personal terms for a contract that will run four or five seasons. Negotiation ahead with Real Betis Now Atletico must open talks with Betis. Cardoso has a contract until 2030 and a release clause of €80m, but their expectation is that they will be able to close a deal for a fee not too distant from the €25m that Spurs would have to pay. Betis do hold an interest in Rodrigo Riquelme, who could be a factor in negotiations, although Atletico are also attempting to include him in a deal for Villarreal's Alex Baena. Cardoso will not be available for Club World Cup While the hope at the Metropolitano is that they can close a deal for Baena in time for the World Cup, Cardoso would not be available. He is set to join up with the USMNT, as they prepare for the Gold Cup this summer, hence any deal they do strike will go through in July.
The Courier
a day ago
- Sport
- The Courier
Victor Griffith opens up on St Johnstone challenge as Panama recall has pre-season impact
St Johnstone midfielder, Victor Griffith, aims to make up for lost time with the Panama national team. The 24-year-old signed for Saints in January, and playing for his country after a couple of years out of the picture was one of his aims. Head coach, Thomas Christiansen, wanted to call him up in March but Griffith decided that his recovery from an ankle injury would be better served by staying in Scotland. Although his form for the Perth side wasn't as good after that lay-off than it was before, he was recalled for Panama's June World Cup qualifiers and the Concacaf Gold Cup that follows on. And, speaking to the media back home, Griffith has been positive about his first few months at McDiarmid Park, despite the fact Saints were relegated from the Premiership. He is currently in a training camp and is expected to be confirmed in Panama's official 26-man squad at the start of next week. It has been suggested that Griffith has a strong chance of getting game-time. And he is excited about the prospect of adding to his 10 caps now that the wait for a recall has ended. 'I have high expectations,' he said. 'I've been waiting for this opportunity for a long time. 'Right now, I'm focused on doing well, on my return to the national team, and I want to accomplish everything the coach asks of me. 'Expectations are high, and we're always going to want to win.' On the challenges Griffith has faced in Scotland, he reflected: 'Well, it was actually quite a big step, going from the Panama league to European football. 'That's rarely seen before. 'The truth is that it's helped me a lot. Since I arrived there, they've given me enormous confidence. 'I played in positions that weren't my usual ones. 'They opened up a window of positions where I could perhaps show off a bit better or do things differently.' Panama's busy schedule is likely to have an impact on Griffith being able to hit the ground running with Saints next season, however. The last time there was a Gold Cup, they went all the way through to the final. If they repeat that this time around, the tournament won't conclude for Griffith until July 7. Saints return for pre-season training on June 23.
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Sport
- Leader Live
Trawlerman nets Henry II prize with ease, now for Ascot
William Buick was soon dictating matters aboard the John and Thady Gosden-trained seven-year-old – sent off a 4-5 chance – and it became apparent from over two furlongs out the Godolphin-owned gelding would be very hard to pass. That proved to be the case, as he lengthened away up the hill to score by five lengths from Coltrane. Thady Gosden said: 'That was exactly what we wanted to see. It was a small field and the plan was to go from the front with him and just let him find a rhythm, which William did very well. 'He cruised away with him and picked up nicely in the straight. He's such a giving, generous horse he almost does too much and wearing a hood almost just settles him down and helps him find that rhythm as you have seen today. 'He's had a nice little break since Dubai and that will hopefully put him spot on for a few weeks' time all being well. 'Last year we went straight to the Gold Cup after Dubai, but this year we felt a prep run would suit him well. He's not having an overly hard blow there, he seems in good order and hopefully he comes out of it well.' Trawlerman hoses up in the Henry II Stakes. Is this the Gold Cup winner at Royal Ascot? — Adam Morgan (@Adam_Morgs) May 29, 2025 Trawlerman was cut to 5-1 from 7s by Paddy Power to go one better than last year's second in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot, a race that now has a different look after the retirement of dual winner and defending champion Kyprios earlier this week. Gosden added: 'Obviously it's sad and unfortunate news for Coolmore and Ballydoyle having to retire Kyprios which no one likes to see so early into the Flat season, but it also changes the dynamic of the staying division. 'But he's a grand old boy now Trawlerman and it would be great if he could now go on to win a big one. 'He wears his heart on his sleeve every time and he's almost part of the furniture now and it's great Godolphin have kept him in training so long. We hope he has a good rest of the year, time will tell.'
North Wales Chronicle
2 days ago
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Trawlerman nets Henry II prize with ease, now for Ascot
William Buick was soon dictating matters aboard the John and Thady Gosden-trained seven-year-old – sent off a 4-5 chance – and it became apparent from over two furlongs out the Godolphin-owned gelding would be very hard to pass. That proved to be the case, as he lengthened away up the hill to score by five lengths from Coltrane. Thady Gosden said: 'That was exactly what we wanted to see. It was a small field and the plan was to go from the front with him and just let him find a rhythm, which William did very well. 'He cruised away with him and picked up nicely in the straight. He's such a giving, generous horse he almost does too much and wearing a hood almost just settles him down and helps him find that rhythm as you have seen today. 'He's had a nice little break since Dubai and that will hopefully put him spot on for a few weeks' time all being well. 'Last year we went straight to the Gold Cup after Dubai, but this year we felt a prep run would suit him well. He's not having an overly hard blow there, he seems in good order and hopefully he comes out of it well.' Trawlerman was cut to 5-1 from 7s by Paddy Power to go one better than last year's second in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot, a race that now has a different look after the retirement of dual winner and defending champion Kyprios earlier this week. Gosden added: 'Obviously it's sad and unfortunate news for Coolmore and Ballydoyle having to retire Kyprios which no one likes to see so early into the Flat season, but it also changes the dynamic of the staying division. 'But he's a grand old boy now Trawlerman and it would be great if he could now go on to win a big one. 'He wears his heart on his sleeve every time and he's almost part of the furniture now and it's great Godolphin have kept him in training so long. We hope he has a good rest of the year, time will tell.'
Powys County Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Powys County Times
Trawlerman nets Henry II prize with ease, now for Ascot
Trawlerman justified odds-on favouritism in some style to land the Star Sports Henry II Stakes at Sandown. William Buick was soon dictating matters aboard the John and Thady Gosden-trained seven-year-old – sent off a 4-5 chance – and it became apparent from over two furlongs out the Godolphin-owned gelding would be very hard to pass. That proved to be the case, as he lengthened away up the hill to score by five lengths from Coltrane. Thady Gosden said: 'That was exactly what we wanted to see. It was a small field and the plan was to go from the front with him and just let him find a rhythm, which William did very well. 'He cruised away with him and picked up nicely in the straight. He's such a giving, generous horse he almost does too much and wearing a hood almost just settles him down and helps him find that rhythm as you have seen today. 'He's had a nice little break since Dubai and that will hopefully put him spot on for a few weeks' time all being well. 'Last year we went straight to the Gold Cup after Dubai, but this year we felt a prep run would suit him well. He's not having an overly hard blow there, he seems in good order and hopefully he comes out of it well.' Trawlerman was cut to 5-1 from 7s by Paddy Power to go one better than last year's second in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot, a race that now has a different look after the retirement of dual winner and defending champion Kyprios earlier this week. Gosden added: 'Obviously it's sad and unfortunate news for Coolmore and Ballydoyle having to retire Kyprios which no one likes to see so early into the Flat season, but it also changes the dynamic of the staying division. 'But he's a grand old boy now Trawlerman and it would be great if he could now go on to win a big one. 'He wears his heart on his sleeve every time and he's almost part of the furniture now and it's great Godolphin have kept him in training so long. We hope he has a good rest of the year, time will tell.'
