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A primeira semana de treinamentos do América-RJ terminou com uma grata notícia para os torcedores americanos. Na manhã deste sábado, Wagner Diniz treinou com o elenco pela primeira vez após fraturar o platô tibial do joelho esquerdo, no dia 15 de abril deste ano. Liberado para trabalhar sem limitações, o lateral-direito, assim como o plantel rubro, realizou atividades físicas e técnicas – trabalhos em campos reduzidos – no Estádio Giulite Coutinho, em Mesquita, por 1h20min.

O retorno do atleta, que se apresentou no dia 4 e renovou contrato com o Rubro, foi exaltado por Ricardo Cruz. Após o treinamento deste sábado, o técnico do América celebrou a conquista pessoal de seu comandado e teceu elogios ao atleta. O treinador também deixou claro que o lateral, apesar de liberado pelo departamento médico, passará por um período de adaptação física, o que é natural, mas garantiu empenho para ajudar Diniz a superá-lo.

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– Fico muito feliz com o retorno do Wagner Diniz. Ele ficou muito tempo sem atividade, em função dessa lesão, então temos que ir com calma. Apesar de ele estar treinando com o grupo, ele ainda está em uma fase de transição, de adaptação. Contudo o mais importante é que ele está liberado pelo nosso departamento médico. Agora é acreditar e dar a ele todo o suporte para que ele readquira a condição física, pois sua parte técnica nos agrada muito – relatou.

Na segunda-feira, o elenco americano se apresenta no Estádio Giulite Coutinho, em Mesquita, às 9h. De lá os atletas partirão para a Academia Life Fit, em Nilópolis, onde farão musculação. No mesmo dia, na parte da tarde, os jogadores serão comandados por Ricardo Cruz e sua comissão técnica em treinamentos na arena rubra.

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O histórico recente do Fluminense acostumou o torcedor a esperar por um número grande de contratações neste período de fim de ano. Não só muitos jogadores chegavam, como nomes de peso. A realidade atual, no entanto, é outra. Sem o aporte financiero da Unimed-Rio, antiga parceira do clube, a diretoria teve que apostar num pacotão de reforços no fim do ano passado. Para este ano, porém, o vice de futebol Mário Bittencourt já afirmou que serão no máximo cinco nomes contratados.

– Conseguimos montar uma base. Já para ver mais ou menos o elenco, e devemos contratar de três a cinco jogadores para disputar com mais condição em 2016. Passamos um ano difícil, com uma reformulação de elenco. Só falamos depois que jogador assina. Estamos buscando jogadores para encorpar o elenco. A tendência é de que a gente busque de três a cinco jogadores que possam suprir nossa necessidade e serem titulares – explica o dirigente tricolor.

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A ideia da direção é trazer jogadores que tenham perfil para serem titulares do time. Com um elenco muito jovem, já que boa parte é formada nas categorias de base do Tricolor, em Xerém, foi esse o pedido do técnico Eduardo Baptista para os reforços. O treinador espera por nomes que possam dividir a responsabilidade com outros jogadores experientes.

O primeiro nome, no entanto, deve ser uma aposta. O meia Felipe Amorim, do América-MG, está apalavrado com o Fluminense. Outro nome que chegou a ter acordo foi o de Matheus Ferraz, do Sport, mas o vazamento da negociação melou o acerto e o zagueiro acabou renovando com o Sport pelas próximas três temporadas. Além desses reforços, o Tricolor também contará com a volta dos emprestados. Biro Biro é o nome de mais destaque.

Everton’s season quickly petered out into nothing on Sunday afternoon as the final match of the current campaign against a relegation-threatened AFC Bournemouth summed up the mood in Merseyside.

Eddie Howe’s Cherries were rampant, winning 3-1 at Goodison Park – but it wasn’t enough to secure their place in Premier League next term.

Had you been tuning in for the first time this year, you’d think the side in blue were the ones trickling into the second-tier.

The Toffees won just one of their final six matches to finish 12th – their worst attempt since 17th in 2003/04.

Carlo Ancelotti clearly has tons of work to do this summer as the squad quite rightly needs an overhaul with many players still stealing a living at the club from both the Allardyce and Silva eras.

However, the Italian can be encouraged by at least one player who was handed a rare start against AFCB – that being young striker Moise Kean.

The 20-year-old has found life tough in Merseyside since a £27.5m move from Juventus in the summer, though his performance on Sunday proved that Marcel Brands has a potential masterclass of a signing on his hands.

Amid struggles to adapt to England, Kean was restricted to just 834 minutes in the top-flight whilst more disciplinary sanctions (three) than goals (two) is hardly a great look.

But the young starlet has just shown why he can become a key man for the Toffees next season.

Aside from his equalising strike, Kean recorded three key passes, three successful dribbles, won five duels and notched a jaw-dropping, match-high 7.8 rating, via SofaScore,

This display is very much akin to why he’s drawn so many plaudits early in his career. At just 16, he was dubbed a ‘future star’ who resembled Mario Balotelli whilst Ancelotti himself has labelled his forward “top quality”.

Kean has been linked with an exit this summer with Roma one of the teams interested, but Sunday was a major warning on why it would be a monumental mistake to give up on the £22.5m-rated striker just yet.

AND in other news, Everton close in on £35m signing after improved offer…

Early on Wednesday, Glasgow Rangers revealed their new kit for the 2020/21 campaign.

The anticipation for any new shirt is often huge, but this year for ‘Gers fans is extra special as it is the first offering made by Castore. The Ibrox outfit recently signed a £25m deal with the Liverpool-based company, with the deal set to last for five years.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding Scottish football at the moment, the ‘Gers fans have shown their support in their droves in the past few days – the club have already sold 40,000 season tickets, whilst 20,000 people have signed up for their new MyGers membership scheme.

They have continued to show their love for the club in terms of shirt sales. In an Instagram conversation with a ‘Gers supporter, Castore confirmed that they have already sold 25,000 shirts on the first day.

This news was shared by Four Lads Had a Dream, a respectable ‘Gers fan blog, and it has attracted plenty of attention from supporters. These fans have taken to Twitter to share their thoughts and you can see some of the best comments from the social media platform below:

‘Gers fans, does this show the huge passion that the Ibrox faithful have for their club? Let us know what you think by commenting below!

Sunderland boss Phil Parkinson has set his sights on a move for Scottish midfielder Scott Fraser, according to Sunderland Echo.

After failing to gain promotion to the Championship via League One, Parkinson is under increasing pressure to deliver at the Stadium of Light.

The 52-year-old coach has already added some new faces to his side with the signings of Bailey Wright and Aiden O’Brien, whilst Tom Flanagan signed a new deal to remain at the club.

With the summer transfer window now in full flow, another name has emerged as a potential arrival in Fraser, who left Burton Albion at the end of the previous season.

Fraser, who had spent the last two seasons with Burton, opted to turn down a new contract at the Pirelli Stadium this summer.Having played regularly under Nigel Clough, the 25-year-old netted an impressive five goals and gained 11 assists in 30 League One appearances this term.Luke Garbutt has also emerged as a potential target for Sunderland having left Premier League side Everton on a free transfer this summer.

This could be a perfect attacking signing for Phil Parkinson and one that is very much needed. The more creative options Parkinson has next season the better as he sets his sights on a promotion to the Championship.

Sunderland fans can be happy with this transfer link.

Do you think Scott Fraser would make a good signing? Let us know in the comments section below…

Tottenham are still waiting to find out if Dele Alli and Eric Dier will be banned for the resumption of the Premier League season after being charged by the FA prior to football’s suspension. 

According to The Sun (as relayed by @Daily_Hotspur), Alli faces a potential three-match-ban for misconduct after mocking an Asian man on Snapchat. The disciplinary panel is yet to rule on his case, despite the fact that he was charged three months ago.

Meanwhile, Dier was charged with improper and threatening conduct, having jumped into the crowd to confront a fan during the team’s FA Cup defeat to Norwich City. He was hit with a charge back in April and could also face a suspension if he is found guilty of bringing the game into disrepute.

The Sun’s senior reporter Duncan Wright revealed that the panel is set to convene over a video conference due to the unprecedented circumstances. If the players are adjudged to have broken the rules, they will miss several games when football resumes later this month.

However, this may give Jose Mourinho the opportunity to try out other members of the squad instead. One fan certainly seems to think so, as he tweeted that it “will be doing us a favour” in response to the latest update on Alli and Dier. Another disagreed, incredulously commenting “seriously” when the news broke, given the fact it has taken so long.

Have a read through some of the mixed reactions from Spurs fans…

Tottenham fans, do you think Dele Alli and Eric Dier will be banned by the FA? How big a blow would it be if the duo aren’t available? Let us know by commenting below!

This article is part of Football FanCast’s Pundit View series, which provides opinion and analysis on recent quotes from journalists, pundits, players and managers…

Lee Bowyer has been speaking about how much of a loss Josh Cullen is for Charlton Athletic, as reported by News Shopper.

What did he say?

Cullen has missed the Addicks’ last four games, having been forced off after 56 minutes in the 2-2 draw against Cardiff City.

Bowyer’s side has seriously struggled during that period, failing to pick up a single point from the 12 that were available.

Bowyer has spoken about how integral the Republic of Ireland international can be for the team and how much he is missed: “Josh Cullen, unreal, a massive loss, I was watching us against Derby last night, you don’t appreciate what he does until you watch it back and now he’s not there.

“He’ll be another month out, but I’m sure when we start getting players back we’ll turn the corner.”

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A key player

Bowyer mentioned the 3-0 win against Derby and it is clear to see why he saw Cullen as a key part of that victory.

The 23-year-old was made Man of the Match by WhoScored with a rating of 8.4, completing all five of his tackles, making three key passes, an assist, two interceptions and a clearance.

That effectiveness has been replicated across the campaign, as in his 16 Championship games, making 1.9 tackles, 1.1 interceptions, 1.4 key passes and 0.6 dribbles per game.

It is understandable that missing someone who has this type of impact with and without the ball has taken its toll on the team.

Bowyer will be looking forward to having the midfielder back, but must find a way for the midfield to function without him in the meantime.

In other news, Charlton should be concerned by the performance of their key man against Huddersfield Town.

This article is part of Football FanCast’s Transfer Focus series, which provides opinion and analysis on recent transfer news…

As quoted by the club’s official website, Lyon sporting director Juninho has confirmed Manchester United have first option on signing Memphis Depay.

What’s the word?

The Netherlands international was formerly a Red Devil, joining Louis van Gaal’s Manchester side back in the summer of 2015 for a fee in the region of £31m.

After struggling to really light up Old Trafford – he managed just seven goals and six assists in 53 appearances across all competitions – the 25-year-old made the move to French side Lyon in January 2017.

With his current contract with the club expiring in 2021, Juninho has provided an update on Depay’s long-term future at the club, confirming that United will have the first option if transfer interest in him hots up.

He said (as translated by The Daily Mirror): “Manchester United has the priority if several clubs line up to buy him. But we have not received any offers so far. He is really happy right now in Lyon. Rudi (Garcia) will soon make his decision. He is a technical leader. We will discuss an extension of contract by the end of the year.”

No second thoughts

He may have been an Old Trafford flop before, but Depay’s return to form with Lyon means that United simply cannot pass up on the opportunity to re-sign him if there is a bidding war. The Dutchman has played 130 times for the French giants, scoring 50 goals and providing a further 42 assists.

Reports in recent weeks and months have claimed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side are intent on securing a striker in the upcoming January transfer window, with the likes of Mario Mandzukic and Callum Wilson thought to be high up on the shortlist. But whilst Depay has predominantly played from the left at Lyon, he has shown in his time up front that he can also be devastating there too.

He has 15 goals and seven assists in 38 games from the centre-forward role, and his underlying numbers means he could be the perfect Solskjaer signing. Pacy, direct and versatile – the kind of attacker who would fit seamlessly in with the likes of Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford and Daniel James. This season, Depay has averaged 3.9 shots, 1.9 key passes and 2.3 dribbles per game in Ligue 1.

It all means that if opportunity does knock, then United simply cannot hesitate to take up their first option on him.

Mason Greenwood played a vital role in coming off the bench against Sheffield United on Sunday, and his contribution has earned him praise from Manchester United fans.

It was the first Premier League goal the 18-year-old has scored, and he did brilliantly to create space in the six-yard box to tap in from Marcus Rashford’s brilliant low cross.

The poaching instinct he displayed didn’t go unnoticed by supporters, and for the player himself it will feel like the next step in his progression as a United player.

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Greenwood has scored before in cup competition but making an impact from the bench so soon after coming on, and at such a crucial stage, should increase his likelihood of playing again.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could now consider him as the first option to turn to in order to change the game, as his movement and finishing quality means it is always possible he will get on the scoresheet.

Here are some of the reactions to the striker’s first Premier League goal.

This article is part of Football FanCast’s Pundit View series, which provides opinion and analysis on recent quotes from journalists, pundits, players and managers…

Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson has revealed that he thinks Southampton could lose by more than nine goals when they take on Manchester City this Saturday.

As you’ll presumably have heard, the Saints suffered the joint-heaviest Premier League defeat of all time last Friday after enduring a crushing 9-0 loss to Leicester at St Mary’s, a result that equalled Manchester United’s 9-0 win over Ipswich from 1995.

Ralph Hasenhuttl’s men had to travel to the Etihad Stadium just four days after that defeat to take on Manchester City in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, where they suffered a 3-1 loss – on Saturday, they will be back in that part of Manchester for the second time in five days.

What did Merson say?

Merson wrote in his Sky Sports column: “For Southampton, they have to pray that it rains that much that the game get called off in the next couple of days against Man City.

“Southampton were that bad against Leicester, and I’m not being horrible, but if Man City get going, that record is in danger. How many times have you seen Man City play and after the game gone ‘they could have won that 10-0’. They only have to have a game where they start finishing all their chances and Southampton are in trouble.”

Disrespectful to the Saints’ professionalism 

Southampton responded in fairly admirable fashion by suffering just a 3-1 defeat to Manchester City on Tuesday, and while the Citizens did play a few youngsters, players of real pedigree in Sergio Aguero, Gabriel Jesus, Bernardo Silva and Riyad Mahrez still featured.

It usually takes a rocket up the backside such as a 9-0 defeat to truly get a faltering side to realise the rut that they are in and begin to make amendments, and it is slightly disrespectful of Merson to say that they should be praying that the game is called off – these players are professionals – many of whom, such as Oriol Romeu, Danny Ings and Nathan Redmond, are well established at Premier League level – and will want to put things right.

The Southampton players are quite obviously aware of just how horrendous they were against Leicester having donated their wages from that day to the Saints Foundation, and Merson shouldn’t be so quick to brandish them as a side hoping for the game to be called off.