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BBC News
10 hours ago
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- BBC News
Motherwell receive bids as Miller talk 'intensifies'
Motherwell have received bids for Lennon Miller and his future will "probably intensify in the coming days", manager Jens Berthel Askou has teenage midfielder has been the subject of ongoing speculation in recent months, with Serie A clubs Udinese and Bologna linked with a move for Park boss Askou says there is a "high probability" the Scotland international - who has less than a year remaining on his deal - will move on this featured in Motherwell's pre-season friendlies but missed the team's Premier Sports Cup group matches with a minor injury. "There have been bids recently," Askou told Sky Sports prior to his side's league opener with Rangers on Saturday. "That's something the board is working with. "It's going on in the background and it will probably intensify in the coming days. Who knows how long it's going to take. "There's been a lot of speculation, rumours and interest for a long time. It's intensifying now."Obviously there's a high probability he will move this summer, but nothing is finalised yet. Concrete things are going on, which we expected. "For now he's a Motherwell player and he's doing his best to get back to full training so we can maybe see him on the pitch again."
Scottish Sun
11 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Motherwell considering bids for Lennon Miller as rival European clubs battle it out amid ‘intensifying' transfer chase
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) JENS BERTHEL ASKOU has confirmed Motherwell are considering bids for Lennon Miller. Serie A rivals Udinese and Bologna are battling it out for the 18-year-old Scotland midfielder. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Lennon Miller looks set to leave Scotland in the near future Credit: Willie Vass 2 Motherwell boss Jens Berthel Askou has given an update Credit: Willie Vass Ipswich Town and Celtic are also admirers of Miller - but he appears destined to move abroad. Well boss Askou said: 'There have been some bids for Lennon recently. 'It's something the board is working with and it is going on in the background. 'That will probably intensify in the coming days. 'But who knows how long it is going to take. 'There has been a lot of speculation, rumours and interest in him for a long time and now it is intensifying. 'There is a high probability that Lennon will move this summer but nothing is finalised yet. 'There are concrete things going on at the moment, which we expected. 'And it's going to be interesting to see how it turns out. 'For now, Lennon is still a Motherwell player and he's doing his best to get back to full training. Lennon Miller is now too good for Rangers & Celtic and will move to bigger club says Kris Boyd 'We will see if we see him on the pitch again or not, but we are trying our best to get him ready.' Askou comes up against former Norwich City pal Russell Martin in Saturday's Premiership opener against Rangers. He told Sky Sports: 'Of course that adds a little bit of extra spice to the game! 'But as a club, it's a fantastic test for us against a very good opponent who have progressed and developed a lot over the summer. 'A lot of good things have happened here, and a lot of good things have happened at Rangers with Russell coming in. 'It will be an interesting game to watch and it will be a challenging game to coach and manage from our side.' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
BBC News
12 hours ago
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- BBC News
Askou's 'engaging' football can deliver top-half finish
Where will Motherwell finish in the league and why?I am bursting with new-season optimism and cannot wait for it to come crashing down in aside, after seeing the style of play our new manager Jens Berthel Askou has been implementing, I can see us finishing fifth or way we play now is engaging and something we haven't seen at Fir Park before. Playing with wingers has been a breath of fresh air after Stuart Kettlewell's reluctance to sign or field any, and it is paying is the best signing or has he not signed yet and who should it be?Signing wise, it is too soon to tell who is the best. What it will come down to most is who we go for once we inevitably cash in on Lennon do you want from your manager?My expectations are not massive as it would be unfair to expect miracles from Askou at this stage. If we can reach a cup semi-final and a get top-six finish, I'll be more than happy. European football would be nice will be the breakout star in your squad?So far Tawanda Maswanhise and Callum Slattery have gone from underrated to applauded now that Miller is out of the spotlight. If we can spread the goals between those two I can see them being our two most important is your biggest concern?The only thing I'm really concerned about involves Miller. If we get less than expected for him or struggle to replace his ability, we could be in I don't expect us to suffer hugely as we have shown we can replace important players who have departed in the past, like David Turnbull and Kevin van Veen.
Daily Record
18 hours ago
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- Daily Record
Schoolboy who quit football after 'vile, racist abuse' returns to sport
Haaris Arshad was left in tears and refused to return after he was allegedly called the "P-word" by a group who "punched", "pushed", and "taunted" shortly after arriving for the two-day Motherwell FC course. A Scots boy who was allegedly called the "P-word" in vile racist physical and verbal assault at a youth Motherwell FC training camp run has made a spectacular return to football. On Wednesday April 18, Haaris Arshad had been "buzzing" to attend the event at Fir Park Stadium alongside his cousin, Ben Reynolds. However, the then eight-year-old was left in tears and refused to return after the two schoolboys were allegedly called the " P-word" and were told to "go home" by another group while both were "punched", "pushed", and "taunted" shortly after arriving for the two-day course. Dad Wasim Arshad, said at the time: "My son is football daft - he absolutely loves it and never misses a day's training. But since this, he hasn't been able to go back to training." Following the incident, Wasim had a meeting with the CEO of Motherwell who tried to persuade him to come back to the training session, but the youngster "wasn't interested" and stopped playing football all together for two weeks. Wasim told Glasgow Live: "He decided he didn't want anything to do with football for two weeks. It really hit his confidence. "But one of his coaches came round to the house with new goalkeeping gloves that the entire team had chipped in to buy for him. He decided to go back, but he was very nervous and worried that people were going to call him names." Haaris, now aged nine, returned to playing for Blantyre Celtic, but the season ended shortly after. But the youngster turned heads in his first tournament back for the side on Sunday, July 27, being named the best player. Proud dad Wasim said: "It was an amazing achievement for him, especially because he is a goalkeeper. Parents and coaches were coming up to me and saying how well he was playing. "One of the main coaches said he played at a very high level for his age and made some phenomenal saves. As a father, it makes you really proud. "It was incredible how, through his own hard work and support from his teammates, he's gone from wanting to quit football to winning an award. Especially being a goalkeeper, these things usually go to strikers." The young Celtic fan has set his sights on playing for the Parkhead side one day. Wasim added: "He's got the talent for it. In a few years I could see the big clubs being interested in him. It's something he wants to pursue and we are supporting him towards that. You never know what can happen." A spokesperson for Motherwell FC said at the time: "We are aware of an alleged incident that took place at one of the Club's charity partners, Motherwell Football Club Community Trust's Easter Holiday Camps. "An allegation was made after the conclusion to the holiday camp on Wednesday that a young child had used racial language towards another child participant. " Motherwell FC Community Trust have a zero tolerance to any discriminatory language and have reported the alleged incident to 'Show Racism the Red card' and Police Scotland who have both confirmed that the Trust have followed all the correct procedures following this allegation. "A meeting has been set up with the affected parent. No further comment will be made at this time." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Scottish Sun
a day ago
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- Scottish Sun
Lennon Miller offered four-year deal by Euro club as Motherwell star closes in on exit with new club leading the race
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BOLOGNA are trying to hijack Udinese's move for Motherwell star Lennon Miller. The Coppa Italia winners want to team the midfielder up with Scotland pal Lewis Ferguson, Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Lennon Miller could finally be closing in on his next move Credit: Kenny Ramsay 2 Miller training alongside Lewis Ferguson and Scotland team-mates Credit: Willie Vass Udinese were in the driving seat for Miller after holding talks with the 18-year-old last week. But the Serie A side have yet to meet Well's £4million-plus valuation - after having two bids rejected in January. That has opened the door for Bologna to steal in, with Italian reports claiming a four-year deal is on the table. It's understood Ipswich Town are also long-term admirers of the Fir Park teen sensation. However, Miller would prefer a move abroad and Italy now seems his most likely destination. The midfielder has yet to feature for Motherwell in a competitive game this season. Boss Jens Berthel Askou refused to rule him out of Saturday's Premiership opener against Rangers. But it's unlikely Miller will play any part in that fixture as his future edges closer to being resolved. Discussing Miller's future ahead of the clash with Gers, the Motherwell boss said: 'I don't expect his situation to be resolved in the next few days. "There's nothing new on Lennon Miller so right now he's still our player and he's back in little bit of training and I look forward to seeing him on Monday. 'There is a possibility of him playing against Rangers but again we will have to get some answers next week. 'It's not ruled out.' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
