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2 days ago
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Tranmere sign Sheffield United forward Blacker
Tranmere Rovers have signed Sheffield United forward Billy Blacker in a season-long loan deal. The 19-year-old has made two senior appearances for the Blades. He could make his competitive debut for Rovers in their League Two season-opener at Colchester on Saturday, 2 August. "He has a fantastic attitude for the game. He wants to learn, and I feel like we have some amazing role models for him," Tranmere boss Andy Crosby told the club website. Transfers - July 2025
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2 days ago
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Tranmere sign Sheffield United forward Blacker
Tranmere Rovers have signed Sheffield United forward Billy Blacker in a season-long loan 19-year-old has made two senior appearances for the could make his competitive debut for Rovers in their League Two season-opener at Colchester on Saturday, 2 August."He has a fantastic attitude for the game. He wants to learn, and I feel like we have some amazing role models for him," Tranmere boss Andy Crosby told the club website., external
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5 days ago
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Livingston sell midfielder McAlear to St Johnstone
Midfielder Reece McAlear has left Livingston to join Championship side St Johnstone for an undisclosed 23-year-old made 37 appearances for Livingston and scored four goals in their Championship title-winning campaign after moving from Tranmere Rovers last who has penned a two-year deal, becomes St Johnstone's second signing of the day after former Hibs midfielder Stephen Mallan. "I'm a player who likes to get on the ball and dominate the ball. I know the league very well and hopefully that can benefit the team," said McAlear."It's a chance for me to play more football and I really am excited to get going."
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10-07-2025
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Man United launch new academy award in honour of former player
Man United launch new academy award in honour of former player Manchester United as a club have always placed great importance on the role of their academy. Despite a terrible season on the pitch last year, Carrington still produced as Toby Collyer, Chido Obi, Harry Amass and Tyler Fredricson all made their senior debuts last year. Advertisement United's youth system is teeming at the rafters with exciting young talent at the moment and many will be eyeing up a possible first team debut in the coming campaign. Tragedy A former academy product, Joe Thompson, sadly died on 18th April after a long battle with cancer. He joined the youth team at United in 1998, before leaving at 16 years old where he played for Rochdale and later Tranmere Rovers. Thompson was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called nodular sclerosis Hodgkin lymphoma. After treatment, he was able to make a return to football with Bury, Carlisle and, once again, Rochdale. He would also go on to have a successful career in motivational speaking after ending his playing days in 2019. Advertisement Unfortunately, he was diagnosed with the disease twice more, before finally passing earlier this year. New award to honour him The club's official website reports that 'Manchester United is proud to announce the launch of a new award in memory of Joe Thompson, our former youth-team player who passed away in April aged 36.' The award 'will be presented each season to a player or staff member from our Academy's Under-18s or Under-21s sides.' The site explained that the award 'will be given to somebody who represents the values of a Manchester United person, like Joe did, displaying characteristics like resilience, honesty, integrity, humility, innovation and a relentless work ethic, with a focus on the community.' It is hoped that the prize will be a 'lasting tribute' to the former player. The first winner of the new award will be announced next week. Follow us on Bluesky: @
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02-07-2025
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Tranmere sign ex-Hibs midfielder Kenneh
Nohan Kenneh ended last season on loan with Ross County as they suffered relegation from the Scottish Premiership [Rex Features] Tranmere Rovers have signed midfielder Nohan Kenneh on a two-year deal. The 22-year-old Liberia international was a free agent after leaving Hibernian at the end of his contract. Kenneh, who ended last season on loan at Ross County, started his career with Leeds United before joining Hibs in 2022. Advertisement "He's a player we've been aware of since he came through the academy at Leeds, a full international with nearly 100 club appearances already at 22 years old," Rovers boss Andy Crosby told the club website.
