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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Celtic given huge boost in transfer pursuit of 23-year-old star as club chief admits they may have to sell at lower cost
He was previously rated at around £10million 'WE ARE LOSING MONEY' Celtic given huge boost in transfer pursuit of 23-year-old star as club chief admits they may have to sell at lower cost CELTIC have been handed a boost in their potential pursuit of a young star on their transfer wishlist. The Hoops have signed six players already this summer but Brendan Rodgers is still keen to add a few more. Advertisement 1 Le Havre's French defender Etienne Youte (R) in action Credit: AFP One player who has reportedly been targeted is Le Havre defender Etienne Youte. Earlier this month we told you how Celtic had joined the race for the 23-year-old centre-back. The highly-rated French defender was previously on the books of Inter Milan and his future at Le Havre is up in the air, with the Ligue 1 side experiencing financial uncertainties. Youte was a £10million target for West Ham and other clubs last year and at the start of this month, it was reported that Le Havre would accept £4.3m. Advertisement With the financial situation worsening and the player in the last year of his deal, they could go even LOWER than that. West Ham could rekindle their interest and fellow English club Burnley are believed to be monitoring his situation. And European sides such as Anderlecht and Besiktas are also keeping tabs. Jean-Michel Roussier, club president, has admitted that Le Havre find themselves in a precarious position. Advertisement And it may force them into a sale at a lower price than they value the player. He said: "We have to sell at a lower cost. Former Celtic star Greg Taylor stuns PAOK team-mates as he belts out Abba tune for his initiation song "We are a company that is losing money." Youte played for Troyes at youth level then moved to Inter Milan where he made 48 appearances for their Under-19s side. Advertisement He then headed to Greece four years ago when he joined Olympiacos, but he only played for their B team. Youte joined Le Havre in 2023 and has won nine caps for the French youth teams. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
The National
3 days ago
- Business
- The National
Celtic given transfer encouragement amid 'dropped price'
Jean-Michel Roussier, the club's president, admits their asking price for Etienne Youte could drop. It comes amid reported interest from the Scottish Premiership champions in the 23-year-old. The centre-back, who has just one year left on his current deal, is believed to be on the market for around €5m (£4.3m) this summer. However, it would seem that Le Havre may consider dropping that price in their bid to raise funds. Read more: "We're used to it," he told Paris Normadie. "We have to sell a lower cost, with free agents something we cannot risk. "We are a company that is losing money." It's said that the Hoops are in the race to sign Youte alongside Anderlecht and Besiktas.
North Wales Chronicle
4 days ago
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
All roads lead to the Arc for Grand Prix de Paris hero Leffard
French trainer Jean-Claude Rouget was marking his return to the big time, having battled with cancer in recent years and seeing his string much reduced, also abandoning a plan to join forces with Jerome Reynier. He had in fact been without a Group One success since the brilliant Ace Impact won the Arc in 2023. Leffard races in the colours of Gerard Augustin-Normand, also the owner of Le Havre, Leffard's sire and a Prix du Jockey Club winner for the same connections. Leffard takes the Grand Prix de Paris (G1)! — IFHA's Longines World's Best Racehorse Rankings (@worldsbesthorse) July 13, 2025 'He'll run in the Prix Niel and the Arc, that will be his programme,' said former trainer John Hammond, racing and bloodstock adviser to Augustin-Normand, who owns the colt in company with Ecurie Antonio Caro. 'It was an emotional day given what Jean-Claude has been through, it was a big day, a big, big win. 'He's a lovely looking horse, really good looking and very correct. He didn't run at two, he's a very nice type and hopefully he'll be competitive in the autumn, but he's going to have to step up a bit. "Allez petit va !" 🤩 Pris par l'émotion, Jean-Claude Rouget accompagne Leffard dans la la dernière ligne du Cygames Grand Prix de Paris (Gr.1) — Equidia (@equidia) July 13, 2025 'On a line through the horse who finished third, New Ground, he was beaten about the same as he was by Lambourn in the Derby so we've a rough idea where we are. He was beaten five and a half lengths in Paris and five lengths at Epsom, so in theory that gives you a bit of a line.' Hammond – twice an Arc-winning handler in his training days, courtesy of Suave Dancer and the magnificent Montjeu – added: 'He's got an outstanding pedigree and he means a lot to the owners, so it's exciting.'
Rhyl Journal
4 days ago
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
All roads lead to the Arc for Grand Prix de Paris hero Leffard
French trainer Jean-Claude Rouget was marking his return to the big time, having battled with cancer in recent years and seeing his string much reduced, also abandoning a plan to join forces with Jerome Reynier. He had in fact been without a Group One success since the brilliant Ace Impact won the Arc in 2023. Leffard races in the colours of Gerard Augustin-Normand, also the owner of Le Havre, Leffard's sire and a Prix du Jockey Club winner for the same connections. Leffard takes the Grand Prix de Paris (G1)! — IFHA's Longines World's Best Racehorse Rankings (@worldsbesthorse) July 13, 2025 'He'll run in the Prix Niel and the Arc, that will be his programme,' said former trainer John Hammond, racing and bloodstock adviser to Augustin-Normand, who owns the colt in company with Ecurie Antonio Caro. 'It was an emotional day given what Jean-Claude has been through, it was a big day, a big, big win. 'He's a lovely looking horse, really good looking and very correct. He didn't run at two, he's a very nice type and hopefully he'll be competitive in the autumn, but he's going to have to step up a bit. "Allez petit va !" 🤩 Pris par l'émotion, Jean-Claude Rouget accompagne Leffard dans la la dernière ligne du Cygames Grand Prix de Paris (Gr.1) — Equidia (@equidia) July 13, 2025 'On a line through the horse who finished third, New Ground, he was beaten about the same as he was by Lambourn in the Derby so we've a rough idea where we are. He was beaten five and a half lengths in Paris and five lengths at Epsom, so in theory that gives you a bit of a line.' Hammond – twice an Arc-winning handler in his training days, courtesy of Suave Dancer and the magnificent Montjeu – added: 'He's got an outstanding pedigree and he means a lot to the owners, so it's exciting.'
Leader Live
4 days ago
- Sport
- Leader Live
All roads lead to the Arc for Grand Prix de Paris hero Leffard
French trainer Jean-Claude Rouget was marking his return to the big time, having battled with cancer in recent years and seeing his string much reduced, also abandoning a plan to join forces with Jerome Reynier. He had in fact been without a Group One success since the brilliant Ace Impact won the Arc in 2023. Leffard races in the colours of Gerard Augustin-Normand, also the owner of Le Havre, Leffard's sire and a Prix du Jockey Club winner for the same connections. Leffard takes the Grand Prix de Paris (G1)! — IFHA's Longines World's Best Racehorse Rankings (@worldsbesthorse) July 13, 2025 'He'll run in the Prix Niel and the Arc, that will be his programme,' said former trainer John Hammond, racing and bloodstock adviser to Augustin-Normand, who owns the colt in company with Ecurie Antonio Caro. 'It was an emotional day given what Jean-Claude has been through, it was a big day, a big, big win. 'He's a lovely looking horse, really good looking and very correct. He didn't run at two, he's a very nice type and hopefully he'll be competitive in the autumn, but he's going to have to step up a bit. "Allez petit va !" 🤩 Pris par l'émotion, Jean-Claude Rouget accompagne Leffard dans la la dernière ligne du Cygames Grand Prix de Paris (Gr.1) — Equidia (@equidia) July 13, 2025 'On a line through the horse who finished third, New Ground, he was beaten about the same as he was by Lambourn in the Derby so we've a rough idea where we are. He was beaten five and a half lengths in Paris and five lengths at Epsom, so in theory that gives you a bit of a line.' Hammond – twice an Arc-winning handler in his training days, courtesy of Suave Dancer and the magnificent Montjeu – added: 'He's got an outstanding pedigree and he means a lot to the owners, so it's exciting.'
