Leganes pushing to sign Dessers on loan but Rangers demands pose a major hurdle
Published: January 22, 2025
CD Leganes' pursuit of Glasgow Rangers striker Cyrel Dessers has hit a snag due to the Scottish club's high valuation of the player, according to Spanish sports daily AS.  The Spanish club, who have been tracking Dessers for some time, are eager to bring the Nigerian international to the Estadio Municipal Butarque, bu...
Why Dessers should leave Rangers in January despite hat-trick against Fraserburgh
Published: January 20, 2025
Cyriel Dessers' future at Rangers remains uncertain despite his stunning hat-trick performance in a 5-0 victory over Fraserburgh in a Scottish FA Cup clash on Sunday, January 19.The Nigerian international has endured a tough season at the Scottish club, facing widespread criticism for his lack of finishing prowess and ...
What Auxerre coach told the players at half-time after Gabriel Osho's red card
Published: January 20, 2025
Christophe Pélissier, head coach of AJ Auxerre, has revealed the message he delivered to his players at halftime during their 2-0 defeat to Angers on Sunday after Gabriel Osho was sent off in the 22nd minute.Osho received a red card midway through the first half for a tackle on Estéban Lepaul, who was advancing towar...
Former Feyenoord coach hits out at Akpom following remarks after Ajax win against Heerenveen
Published: January 20, 2025
Former Feyenoord manager Gertjan Verbeek has expressed disappointment with Chuba Akpom's comments following Ajax's 2-0 victory over Heerenveen on Sunday afternoon.Akpom, who scored the second goal for Ajax in their win, downplayed the club's chances in the Eredivisie title race during his post-match interview.Despite t...
Nottingham Forest's sister club Olympiakos interested in Super Eagles left-back Onyemaechi
Published: January 20, 2025
Nottingham Forest's sister club, Olympiakos have expressed interest in signing Nigerian left-back Bruno Onyemaechi during the winter transfer window, according to Gazzetta Greece.Both Nottingham Forest and Olympiakos are considered sister clubs as they are owned by the same Greek billionaire, Evangelos Marinakis.Onyema...
'I had to pull back' - Ajax forward Akpom pleased with real striker's goal against SC Heerenveen
Published: January 19, 2025
Chuba Akpom came off the bench to score a crucial goal for Ajax Amsterdam in their 2-0 away win against SC Heerenveen in the Dutch Eredivisie on Sunday. The victory keeps Ajax hot on the heels of league leaders PSV Eindhoven, with just one point separating the two teams.The match got off to a great start for Ajax, wit...
Meet Dubem Dike: USC Gamecocks young prospect eligible for Super Falcons
Published: January 19, 2025
The Super Falcons boast some of the best attackers in the modern women's game, and the talent pool never seems to run dry as a new name has emerged from the NCAA Women's South-Easterm Conference. Meet Chidubem Dike, a talented young forward with Nigerian roots, who's plays for the University of South Carolina Gamecock...
Nantes coach reveals what makes Moses Simon special as forward nets fifth goal of the season
Published: January 19, 2025
Antoine Kombouaré, the head coach of FC Nantes, has revealed what makes Moses Simon special following the match against Saint-Etienne on Sunday night, noting that the forward brings versatility to the squad.The Super Eagles dazzler is capable of playing on both wings, as a center forward, second striker and even as a ...
Dessers hat-trick inspires Rangers to huge win over Fraserburgh in Scottish Cup
Published: January 19, 2025
Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers was the star of the show as Rangers cruised to a 5-0 win over Fraserburgh in the Scottish Cup. Dessers scored a hat-trick to lead his team to victory, redeeming himself after a recent slump in form.Despite his decent statistics, Dessers hasn't been impressive with his finishing, and...
Boxing champion meets Nwakali: Simpson hands Nigeria midfielder Barnsley Goal of the Month prize
Published: January 18, 2025
Kelechi Nwakali's first goal in English football has been voted Barnsley's Goal of the Month for December 2024.The Arsenal alum saw off competition from Davis Keillor-Dunn, Adam Phillips and Jon Russell to claim the monthly accolade. Signed from GD Chaves in the summer of 2024, Nwakali scored Barnsley's most eye-catch...
'I spoke with Cyriel' - Rangers coach shares discussion with Dessers about bench role
Published: January 18, 2025
Rangers manager Philippe Clement has shed light on his conversation with Cyriel Dessers regarding the striker's reduced role in the team, highlighting the emergence of Hamza Igamane as a key factor.Dessers hopes to remain at Rangers beyond the January transfer window, but there are indications that the Light Blues are ...
'It's not just his goals' - West Brom interim coach rues absence of top scorer Josh Maja
Published: January 17, 2025
West Brom's interim head coach Chris Brunt has expressed his concern about the absence of top scorer Josh Maja due to injury. Maja, who has netted 12 league goals this season, is set to undergo surgery on a lower leg injury and will be out of action for several weeks.The 26-year-old striker's absence is a significant ...
'He could go' - Former Sunderland midfielder weighs in on the future of Rangers striker Dessers
Published: January 17, 2025
Former Sunderland midfielder Derek Ferguson has weighed in on the transfer speculation surrounding Cyriel Dessers amidst links from Italy and Spain.The Nigerian forward has continued to be linked with moves to Cagliari in Italy and Leganes in Spain.  Dessers has lost his starting spot to Moroccan forward Hamza Igamane...
Bristol City and Swansea weighing up moves for Celtic alum Osaze Urhoghide
Published: January 17, 2025
Super Eagles-eligible defender Osaze Urhoghide has been linked with a potential move to Championship sides Bristol City and Swansea following his impressive performances in Ligue 2 with Amiens, according to Football Insider.  The 24-year-old, who previously played for Celtic, has caught attention after scoring three g...
Balogun and Dessers come off the bench to score in injury time as Rangers thrash Aberdeen
Published: January 15, 2025
Super Eagles duo Leon Balogun and Cyriel Dessers put their names on the scoresheet as Rangers thrashed Aberdeen 3-0 in a Scottish Premiership encounter at Ibrox Stadium on Wednesday night.Rangers boss Philippe Clement made no alternations to the starting lineup from the win over St Johnstone on Sunday, meaning the two ...