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a day ago
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Tony Khan Reacts To Claims That Mercedes Moné Has Creative Control In AEW
Tony Khan sets the record straight. Mercedes Moné has been on an impressive run in AEW so far. She currently holds six different championships, including the TBS Championship which she's held for more than 400 days. Moné is set to challenge Toni Storm for the AEW Women's Championship at All In. However, she still faces criticism from fans who claim she has 'creative control' over her bookings. Khan was asked about it during the AEW All In media call on Tuesday afternoon by Sean Ross Sapp of Khan shut the rumor down, explaining that no one, including Mercedes, has final creative control — besides him. 'That's definitely not true at all, so I would love to talk about that. First of all, the person you are talking about, Mercedes Moné, is an incredible, incredible talent. I have wanted Mercedes Moné in AEW. I wanted her as a star on the show and really enjoy working with her backstage and as a great talent. She's done great things with the media, and she's just a great person. I think Mercedes is a great addition to AEW. I also think that is ridiculous, the idea that people would think because she is a strong wrestler on the show that she must be the one dictating that. That is the complete opposite of what happens here,' Tony Khan explained. Tony Khan clarifies that he is the only one with creative control 'I'm the only person with creative control over the show,' he added. 'I've had the final say since day one of AEW. I've had the final creative control since the beginning of the company.' Khan went on to explain how he listens to talent's ideas. However, he won't do them if he doesn't feel 100% about it. Khan went on to praise Jen Pepperman for her work with Mercedes and RJ City for writing for Toni Storm. He also reiterated that the idea of a talent like Moné having creative control because she's on the show so much is unfounded. 'Mercedes is a great, great wrestler. She's a focus on the show. And she's the TBS Champion because she's hugely followed and a hugely talented star who brings so much to the table,' Khan said. 'I've seen a lot of people infer that she must have some kind of a creative card because she is such a feature on the show. But that is ridiculous to me because when you have somebody of that stature, you'd want to feature them, you'd want to push them strongly. Khan said that he finds Moné to be a great person to work with. She is also a great example of someone who works really hard and trusts AEW's direction. Read More: The post Tony Khan Reacts To Claims That Mercedes Moné Has Creative Control In AEW appeared first on Wrestlezone.
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3 days ago
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Benjamin Lecomte joins Fulham from Montpellier
Fulham have confirmed the signing of Benjamin Lecomte (33) from Montpellier HSC in an official announcement made on Saturday, marking the Premier Leagueside's first addition of the summer transfer window. The French goalkeeper has penned a two-year deal with the Lilywhites. Despite several other clubs already being active on the market, Fulham have remained patient — Lecomte's arrival being their first senior reinforcement ahead of the 2025/26 season. 'I'm really, really happy and proud to join Fulham because it's a new step in my career, and I think it will be really nice to be part of the club,' Lecomte said to Fulham TV after signing for the West London club. 'He is a talented goalkeeper with valuable experience, including more than 300 appearances in Ligue 1, and his arrival will further strengthen the team and add depth to Marco [Silva]'s squad,' added Fulham Sporting director Tony Khan. | George Boxall
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6 days ago
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AEW is running back All In Texas' main event on TV, with a new wrinkle
After AEW World champion Hangman Page bloodied up Death Rider Wheeler Yuta in the opening match of this week's Dynamite, Jon Moxley had a message for the man who beat him for the belt in a Deathmatch at All In Texas. Mox wanted to make it clear that while he tips his cap to Page for winning the main event of AEW's big PPV, he doubts that Hangman can do it again and again, day after day as he has during his World title runs. The chief Death Rider wants a rematch, and he knows a fighting champ like Hanger won't turn him down... especially after Marina Shafir calls him 'soft' to end the segment. After Mark Briscoe beat Claudio Castagnoli in tonight's main event, the Riders did what they often do and attacked him. Dropping Briscoe gut first on the legs of a steel chair wasn't Mox's endgame, however. That was to get Page to come out. He did, and accepted the rematch for next week's Dynamite. But as Hangman is champ and Moxley challenger this time, he gets to pick the stipulation. And that is for everyone but a referee to be banned from ringside. Before Page was done walking back up the ramp, Tony Khan made it official for July 30 in Chicago. Like it? Get complete results from tonight's Dynamite here. More from Not everyone is marking out about Eva Marie's return Mansoor's Raw Debut was classic WWE Is this who caught Lilly's eye? Former WWE champs face off on (checks notes) Main Event Yes, Angel Garza shoved a rose up Drew Gulak's butt on Raw Raw recap & reactions: Flip the switch Flair already added to title match at WrestleMania Backlash EVA MARIE IS BACK
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17-07-2025
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'It's like a second home' - King on new long-term deal
Midfielder Josh King has signed a new four-year deal at Fulham. The 18-year-old, who has progressed through the academy, made 11 senior appearances last season, eight of which came in the Premier League. King told FFCtv: "I've been at the club for about 13 years now, so it's a long, long time, and I'm just delighted to be continuing and staying for another four years."I say to my family it's like a second home, and it's such a nice feeling to be able to stay here. "Obviously I know a lot of people, I've got some good friends and made some really good connections, so it will be nice to continue that on."Tony Khan, vice chairman and director of football operations, added: "Josh is an exciting young player. He has been with Fulham for many years and has consistently impressed and has developed well."
Evening Standard
17-07-2025
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Josh King signs new long-term deal with Fulham as young star commits future
Fulham's director of football, Tony Khan, said: 'Josh is an exciting young player. He has been with Fulham for many years and has consistently impressed and has developed well, with Marco giving him his senior debut in the Carabao Cup win over Birmingham City in August 2024, followed in December by his Premier League debut when he came on against Brighton at the Cottage, and this summer he's also performed well for England's under-19s at the Euros.
