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Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Sparta Rotterdam complete important deal keeping loanee at Het Kasteel
As per VoetbalPrimeur, Sparta Rotterdam have made a major move on the transfer market, making Nökkvi Thórisson's loan move permanent. The Rotterdammers have officially exercised the purchase option from the initial loan agreement with St. Louis City in the winter window. The Icelandic Thórisson has signed a contract with Sparta until mid-2028. It is not clear how much the club have paid for the 25-year-old striker. What is clear, however, is that technical director Gerard Nijkamp is very happy with the move. Advertisement 'In the past six months, Nökkvi's loan spell has been very good for both us and him. In the conversations we had, it quickly became clear that he was happy at Sparta and that we both wanted to continue working together for a longer period of time.' Thórisson played twelve Eredivisie matches for Sparta in recent months, scoring two goals in the process. The forward is one of the many players who played on loan under coach Maurice Steijn this season. While Thórisson stays, Carel Eiting, Kristian Hlynsson, Gjivai Zechiël and Mitchell van Bergen will all return to their parent clubs. GBeNeFN | Max Bradfield
The National
3 days ago
- Sport
- The National
Ex-Rangers boss Philippe Clement 'rejects' job opportunity
It was claimed yesterday that the former Rangers boss was in line to take over at the Czech side, with confirmation expected to following. However, iSport are now reporting the Belgian has knocked back the opportunity with Sparta turning their attentions to Danish manager Bo Svensson, who was most recently the boss of Union Berlin. It had been stated club chiefs had been working on a shortlist of managers and Clement ended up top of the pile, with suggestions an announcement was imminent. Read more: Who is Paraag Marathe? Profile of the main man behind the 49ers Rangers bid Rangers EGM details confirmed as special resolutions set after US takeover Lars Friis had been sacked on May 15 after their cup final defeat to Olomouc. It now appears the former Rangers gaffer will remain out of work for now, though He was recently linked with the vacancy at Anderlecht in his homeland while he has also often been suggested for the Belgium job. Meanwhile, Rangers are expected to name Clement's permanent successor in the coming days with Russell Martin, Davide Ancelotti and Francesco Farioli in the mix.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Ex-Rangers boss Philippe Clement ‘REJECTS manager job in major turn of events'
PHILIPPE CLEMENT has reportedly turned down an approach from a European club to be their new manager - despite reports suggesting his appointment was a done deal. We told you earlier how the axed Rangers gaffer was the leading contender to take over as the boss of Sparta Prague. Advertisement 2 Philippe Clement is still without a manager after four months Credit: Willie Vass 2 He looked set to make his return to the dugout Credit: Willie Vass Reports from Czechia claimed Clement, 51, had been identified as the board's number one choice to replace Lars Friis, who was shown the door on May 15 after their cup final defeat to Olomouc. Sparta chiefs had been working down a shortlist of potential managers, with the former Monaco and Club Brugge head coach leading the pack. It was suggested an official announcement on his appointment would be made imminently. However, latest reports coming out of the country now state that Clement will NOT be named their new manager at this stage. Advertisement It's being reported by iSport that Clement has in actual fact rejected an offer from the club in a bizarre turn of events. Sparta have now reportedly turned their attention to Danish manager Bo Svensson, who was most recently the boss of Union Berlin. Clement's future in the game remains up in the air as he is still without a team since he was sacked by Rangers in February. The Belgian has been linked with a couple of jobs since his Ibrox dismissal four months ago. Advertisement He was initially tipped to be the next manager of the Belgium national team before he was even given the boot in Scotland. That ship had sailed but it was then reported in Belgium this month that he could be heading back to his homeland after all - as the new manager of Anderlecht. Rangers fans react as 49ers takeover completed That was, however, when current boss Besnik Hasi was meant to be on his way out of the dugout after a disappointing season. As things stand though Anderlecht chiefs have decided to stick by him for another campaign. Advertisement Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
The Hindu
27-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Ex-Arsenal playmaker Tomáš Rosický out of hospital after unspecified heart problem
Former Arsenal midfielder Tomáš Rosický was hospitalised in an intensive care unit last week for an unspecified heart-related problem. Sparta Prague said Rosický, its 44-year-old sports director, was hospitalised last Tuesday and released at the end of last week. No surgery was needed and he was recovering at home. The club said it delayed the announcement of the issue due to its seriousness. 'The good news is that I'm expected to make a full recovery, though I'm currently unable to carry out the demanding responsibilities of a sporting director,' Rosický said in a statement. Tomáš Sivok, the former Czech Republic international and current manager of Sparta's men's team, has taken over as the interim sports director. ALSO READ: Senegal squad - Sadio Mane to miss friendlies against Ireland, England Rosický was called the 'Little Mozart' for his playmaking qualities and retired from playing football in 2017. He started his pro career at Sparta, won the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund, and spent 10 oft-injured years with the Gunners, winning the FA Cup in 2014 and 2015. He was also the Czech Republic's undisputed leader in 105 internationals. Sparta expressed its full support for Rosický, who will remain in touch as a consultant. Sparta struggled this season, finishing fourth in the Czech league. Coach Lars Friis was fired this month, and a replacement is being sought.
San Francisco Chronicle
27-05-2025
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Ex-Arsenal playmaker Tomáš Rosický out of hospital after unspecified heart problem
PRAGUE (AP) — Former Arsenal midfielder Tomáš Rosický was hospitalized in an intensive care unit last week for an unspecified heart-related problem. Sparta Prague said Rosický, its 44-year-old sport director, was hospitalized last Tuesday and released at the end of last week. No surgery was needed and he was recovering at home. The club said it delayed the announcement of the issue due to its seriousness. 'The good news is that I'm expected to make a full recovery, though I'm currently unable to carry out the demanding responsibilities of a sporting director,' Rosický said in a statement. Tomáš Sivok, the former Czech Republic international and current manager of Sparta's men team, has taken over as the interim sport director. Rosický was called the "Little Mozart' for his playmaking qualities, and retired from playing soccer in 2017. He started his pro career at Sparta, won the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund, and spent 10 oft-injured years with the Gunners, winning the FA Cup in 2014 and 2015. Sparta struggled this season, finishing fourth in the Czech league. Coach Lars Friis was fired this month and a replacement is being sought. ___
