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Frank Lampard agrees Derby County manager deal in principle – sources

David Luiz says his former Chelsea teammate Frank Lampard has all the attributes to become a manager.

BT Sport’s Frank Lampard reveals his thoughts on Chelsea’s new signings and why more may be necessary.
Former Chelsea star Frank Lampard is poised to become manager of Derby County, sources close to the ex-midfielder have told ESPN FC.
Sources told ESPN FC last week Lampard was the leading candidate for the Derby job after holding talks with the club and Lampard confirmed over the weekend he had spoken to the Championship club about replacing Gary Rowett following his departure to Stoke City.
Sources have told ESPN FC that those talks have been positive and that Lampard has agreed a deal in principle…

Leicester’s Jamie Vardy in advanced talks to extend contract amid Atletico Madrid links – sources

The 2017-18 Premier League campaign blessed us with some unforgettable goals. Here are the top 10, as chosen by ESPN FC.

Former England captain Alan Shearer believes Harry Kane won’t feel pressure of the armband at the 2018 World Cup.

Stewart Robson and Gab Marcotti believe Harry Kane might wish he could take his words back after saying England could win the World Cup.

After the excitement of England’s World Cup squad announcement, the Exploding Heads are here to break the bad news to those who didn’t make the cut.

ESPN FC’s Paul Mariner examines England’s strike force and wonders if they’ll have what it takes to lead the Three Lions to glory at the World Cup.
Leicester City are in advanced talks with Jamie Vardy over a new deal, sources close to the club have told ESPN FC.
Vardy still has two years left to run on his current contract, but Leicester want to secure his future on a new long-term deal.
The 31-year-old is in line to be rewarded with fresh terms after another impressive campaign at the King Power Stadium.

Vardy scored 23 goals in all competitions, including 20 in the Premier League to make him the fourth top scorer in the league this season.
Spanish…

Manchester United among clubs tracking Blackburn’s Jake Garrett – sources

Blackburn Rovers
Manchester United are among a host of Premier League and Championship sides are tracking Blackburn Rovers’ teenage sensation Jake Garrett, sources have told ESPN FC.
Garrett, 15, is highly regarded within the corridors of power at Ewood Park and is tipped for a big future having already featured for the club’s under-18s side.
The talented centre-back has also impressed when playing for England’s Under-15s this year alongside a number of other players from Premier League clubs.
Garrett’s displays…

Tottenham eyeing West Brom defender Ahmed Hegazi – sources

ESPN’s Tottenham correspondent Dan Kilpatrick reveals the transfers he feels will help the club win silverware in the coming season.

ESPN’s Tottenham correspondent Dan Kilpatirck shares his thoughts on a season where Mauricio Pochettino secured Champions League football during their spell at Wembley.
Tottenham have joined the list of clubs tracking West Bromwich Albion defender Ahmed Hegazi, sources have told ESPN FC.
West Brom face a battle to keep hold of Hegazi this summer following their relegation from the Premier League.
Reports have suggested that Hegazi has a £2.5 million release clause in his contract, but those reports are wide of the mark.
Hegazi, who is set to feature for Egypt at next month’s World Cup finals, was one of West Brom’s shining lights this season despite their…

Hamburg’s Josha Vagnoman chased by Arsenal, Chelsea, Everton – sources

Germany Under-17 international Josha Vagnoman is a target for a host of top sides in Europe.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Everton are battling a number of German sides for Hamburg defender Josha Vagnoman, sources have told ESPN FC.
Vagnoman is regarded as as one of the brightest young talents in German football, making his senior debut against Bayern Munich at the age of just 17 years and three months — the second youngest player in history to play in Bundesliga.
Vagnoman can play at either left or right full-back and featured in every game of Germany’s Under-17 World Cup campaign, where they…

Brighton near deal for Nigeria international defender Leon Balogun – sources

Brighton & Hove Albion are close to signing Nigerian international defender Leon Balogun from Mainz, sources have told ESPN FC.
Balogun is out of contract at Mainz this summer and Brighton look set to bring him to the Amex Stadium on a free …

West Ham will not offer new contracts to James Collins, Patrice Evra – sources

The FC panel pore over the next manager odds for West Ham and Everton.

Mark Ogden discusses David Moyes’ departure from West Ham and Sam Allardyce’s sacking at Everton.
James Collins has been informed by email that West Ham United will not be giving him a new contract, sources close to the club have told ESPN FC.
Collins’ contract expires next month and West Ham have opted not to offer a new deal to the former Wales international, who has made more than 200 appearances during two spells at the club.
He joined West Ham from Cardiff City in 2005 and was sold to Aston Villa four years later before returning in 2012.
Patrice Evra has also been informed his contract…

Manuel Pellegrini in line for West Ham United manager’s job – sources

The FC panel pore over the next manager odds for West Ham and Everton.

Mark Ogden discusses David Moyes’ departure from West Ham and Sam Allardyce’s sacking at Everton.
Former Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini is frontrunner for the vacant manager’s job at West Ham United, sources close to the London club have told ESPN FC.
West Ham are looking for a new manager after deciding not to extend David Moyes’ short-term contract, which expired at the end of the season.
Moyes took over from Slaven Bilic in November but was not retained despite leading the Hammers to Premier League survival.
Paulo Fonseca held talks earlier this week but has now signed a new deal…

Paulo Fonseca to reject West Ham, sign new Shakhtar Donetsk deal – sources

The FC panel pore over the next manager odds for West Ham and Everton.

Mark Ogden discusses David Moyes’ departure from West Ham and Sam Allardyce’s sacking at Everton.
Paulo Fonseca is set to reject the chance to become West Ham’s new manager by signing a new deal at Shakhtar Donetsk, sources close to the Portuguese have told ESPN FC.
Fonseca’s snub is a blow to West Ham who are now looking at other options, including Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez and former Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini.
West Ham are on the search for a new manager after deciding not to extend David Moyes’ short-term contract which expired at the end of the season. Fonseca emerged…

Liverpool, Manchester United target Nottingham Forest teenager Matthew Bondswell

Liverpool and Manchester United are battling to sign 16-year-old Nottingham Forest defender Matthew Bondswell, sources close to the Championship club have told ESPN FC.
Left-back Bondswell has been a regular in Forest’s under-18s side this season and has also excelled at England youth level.
Forest are determined to keep Bondswell but have so far been unable to agree a scholarship deal, with the player rejecting several offers.
That has alerted a number of Premier League clubs, with Liverpool and…

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