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The National
19 minutes ago
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- The National
Nottingham Forest 'join race' to sign Liverpool's Ben Doak
The Scotland international spent last season on loan at Championship side Middlesbrough in a bid to continue his development with regular first-team minutes. Here, he scored three goals and provided seven assists. The winger, 19, played during Liverpool's pre-season match against Preston North End on Sunday. However, it's not yet known if Arne Slot will find Doak a spot for frequent enough game time in the season ahead. Express Sport reports that Nottingham Forest are one of a few clubs interested in signing Doak. It's said that the Premier League champions and Doak are open to parting ways and the Reds would be open to receiving offers of £25m and above to seal any deal. Forest are in the market for a new electric winger after the recently departed Anthony Elanga, who just secured a move to Newcastle for £55m. Forest are the latest in a long line of potential suitors for Doak and will face other interested parties in Bournemouth, Crystal Palace, Everton and long-time admirers, Brentford. Elsewhere, PSV Eindhoven and clubs in Spain are also reportedly interested in his services. The Ayrshire teenager began his career at his hometown club of Dalry Rovers before playing at youth level for Ayr United and Celtic. He featured for Celtic's senior squad on two occasions before securing a dream move down to Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool at just 16 years old. Just over a year later, he signed his first professional contract with the Anfield club. In his appearances at international level in 2024, he impressed many and stood out in the eyes of the Tartan Army fanbase.
New York Times
an hour ago
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- New York Times
Giorgi Mamardashvili learning from Alisson, embracing Liverpool goalkeeping ‘challenge'
Giorgi Mamardashvili believes he will develop as a goalkeeper from working with Alisson as he vowed to embrace the challenge of trying to become Liverpool No 1. The Georgia international officially joined the Premier League champions at the start of July — nearly a year after Liverpool struck a £29million deal with Valencia. Advertisement Mamardashvili has replaced Caoimhin Kelleher, who was sold to Brentford for a fee rising to £18m last month, and the new arrival may have to be patient with Alisson so well established in Arne Slot's side. 'What I can tell about Ali, he's one of the best goalkeepers in the world right now and I am so happy to work with him,' he told the club's website. 'I can't wait to start to work with him and learn from him. Of course it will be a challenge. I like challenges and I'm here to just give my best and help the team. 'It's a huge moment for me because joining a club like Liverpool. It's not only a transfer, it's a dream come true for me. I feel ready, motivated and proud. I'm here in the biggest club in Premier League history. 'When I was a child I always watched some videos on YouTube of goalkeepers, and I remember some Liverpool goalkeepers as well. I remember Jerzy Dudek and then Pepe Reina and now Alisson. Liverpool has a big goalkeeper legacy and I want to try to write my own chapter.' With Alisson absent, Mamardashvili played the first half of Sunday's 3-1 friendly win over Preston North End at Deepdale. It was an emotionally charged occasion following the recent deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva in a car accident in Spain. 'When I first arrived here it was a really tough moment for the club,' he added. 'But everyone here has supported each other and I see here is like a big family. We are not just a team, we are people who care about each other. 'I didn't have a chance to play with him (Jota) but I played against him at Euro 2024, so I saw how amazing he was. I saw stories and messages and the love from people around him.' ()
BBC News
an hour ago
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- BBC News
Liverpool sign Scotland midfielder Maclean
Liverpool have signed 20-year-old Scotland midfielder Kirsty Maclean from Rangers academy product, who made over 100 appearances for the Glasgow club, said it was the "right time for a new challenge and to take the next step".Liverpool's first signing of the summer was part of the Rangers side that won their first SWPL title in 2022, before winning the Sky Sports Cup for the first time later that said: "I think the club speaks for itself. It's obviously a massive club with a lot of history and to be able to represent the badge is a really proud moment for me."I'm a midfielder who likes to be on the ball and tries to make things happen so hopefully I can link up with the players in front of me and we can try to score lots of goals this season."Maclean, who has 10 Scotland caps, also played a key role in the team that secured back-to-back domestic cup doubles across the past two seasons.
Daily Mirror
2 hours ago
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- Daily Mirror
Man Utd trio including Ruben Amorim lay poignant Diogo Jota tribute at Anfield
Ruben Amorim, Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot visited Anfield on Monday to lay a wreath in remembrance of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva following their tragic deaths Manchester United's Portuguese trio travelled to Anfield to pay their respects to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva on Monday. United manager Ruben Amorim, captain Bruno Fernandes and defender Diogo Dalot added a wreath to the hundreds outside Liverpool 's stadium. Liverpool star Jota, 28, died alongside his 25-year-old brother in a horrific car crash in Spain earlier this month. Their deaths have shocked the footballing world, prompting an outpouring of emotion that has gone well beyond club rivalries. Both Fernandes and Dalot attended the funerals of their Portuguese compatriots in their homeland on July 5 and were then given additional time off by United. They were part of the Portugal squad, alongside Jota, who won the Nations League, beating Spain on penalties in the final. They were accompanied by Amorim to lay a wreath with red and white flowers, with a note which read: 'Rest in peace, Diogo and Andre. With deepest condolences from everyone at Manchester United.' Wearing dark clothes, the trio added the United wreath to the masses of flowers and mementos that have been left by Liverpool fans and members of the public outside Anfield. It comes after Liverpool played their first game since the tragic news, facing Preston in a pre-season friendly at Deepdale. The Reds, who have retired Jota's No.20 shirt number, won the game on Sunday 3-1 thanks to goals from Conor Bradley, Darwin Nunez and Cody Gakpo amid emotional scenes. "Nothing seems to be important if we think of what has happened," said Slot ahead of the game. "But we are a football club and we need to train and we need to play again, if we want it or not. "What I've said to the players, I can say it here as well. It's very difficult to find the right words because we constantly debate what is appropriate. What is appropriate in our actions? What is appropriate [for] what we have to say? Can we train again? Can we laugh again? Can we be angry if there's a wrong decision? "And I've said to them, maybe the best thing for us to do is handle this situation like Jota was. And what I meant with that is that Jota was always himself, it didn't matter if he was talking to me, to his teammates, to the staff, he was always himself.' Fernandes paid tribute to Jota on social media in the aftermath of the car crash. "Friend, colleague and companion in a thousand battles," he wrote on social media. "It is difficult to understand how it is possible for someone to leave so soon. May you and your brother find the peace you need to look after those you lost so soon and suddenly. My condolences to your entire family." Meanwhile, Dalot wrote: "Devastating... speechless... much strength to the family." Other United players shared their condolences too. Harry Maguire wrote: 'So sad. RIP. Heartbreaking.' Mason Mount added: 'Absolutely devastating news. Rest in peace Diogo and Andre. Deepest condolences and thoughts are with the family.' Amad wrote: 'My sincere condolences to Jota's Family and his Wife. We are all devastated by this news. May their souls rest in peace.' Joshua Zirkzee said: "Unbelievable news... rest in perfect paradise, prayers to your loved ones."
Daily Mail
2 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Besiktas 'terminate the contract of former Arsenal and Liverpool star' after two years at the club
Besiktas have terminated the contract of a former Arsenal and Liverpool star. The player signed for Besiktas in 2023 and made 50 appearances for the club, while he scored five goals. His contract with the Turkish club was previously set to run until next summer. A former England international, he won the Turkish Cup and the Turkish Super Cup while at Besiktas. However, he will now be on the lookout for a new club this summer. He wasn't considered part of manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's plans for the new campaign. As reported by Yeni Safak, Besiktas have terminated the contract of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. The midfielder struggled with injury midway through his first season at Besiktas but featured prominently last campaign. Between 2012 and 2019 Oxlade-Chamberlain was capped by England on 35 occasions and scored seven goals. After starting out at Southampton, he signed for Arsenal in 2011 and played 198 times for the Gunners, scoring 20 goals and winning three FA Cups. A move to Liverpool followed in 2017, with Oxlade-Chamberlain winning an array of trophies during his time with the Reds. He won the Champions League, the Premier League, the League Cup, the UEFA Super Cup and the Club World Cup. In total Oxlade-Chamberlain scored 18 goals in 146 appearances for Liverpool. A player who was very highly rated as a youngster, Oxlade-Chamberlain has often endured problems with injuries. The 31-year-old has previously been linked with a return to English football and it will be interesting to see what his next destination is.
