Eupen – Football Scout

Barcelona expect Moussa Wague visa decision, debut by end of month – sources

ESPN FC’s Mark Donaldson and Shaka Hislop predict the latest La Liga fixtures, including Valencia’s clash with Barcelona and Real Madrid vs. Alaves.

Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic lauded teammate Lionel Messi, after the Argentine was pivotal for the Catalans in their 4-2 win over Tottenham.
Senegal international Moussa Wague should be able to make his debut for Barcelona’s B team later this month after a delay in obtaining his visa, sources confirmed to ESPN FC.
Wague, 20, joined Barca in August from KAS Eupen after impressing at the World Cup. He became the youngest player to ever score for Senegal when he did so against Japan.
His performances for Senegal and Eupen earned him a place among the 40 nominees for the Golden Boy award for 2018.
However, Wague has been unable to feature…

World Cup scouting spotlight: Moussa Wague, Rodrigo Betancur, Mario Fernandes

Julien Laurens takes issue with ESPNFC.com’s omission of France’s N’Golo Kante in their World Cup team of the tournament.

The World Cup boosted the profiles of several known stars like Kylian Mbappe but what about the next wave hoping to use Russia 2018 as a springboard into the next phases of their career? Matt Stanger scouts three such under-the-radar talents who acquitted themselves well this summer.

Moussa Wague, DF, KAS Eupen/Senegal

Wague is an attacking full-back whose performances in Russia should earn him a move to a bigger European league.

In this age of information, it’s rare to see genuine unknowns emerge as potential stars at the World Cup. Moussa Wague is one such example, however, with few having heard of…

World Cup scouting spotlight: Moussa Wague, Rodrigo Bentancur, Mario Fernandes

Julien Laurens takes issue with ESPNFC.com’s omission of France’s N’Golo Kante in their World Cup team of the tournament.

Moussa Wague, DF, KAS Eupen/Senegal

Wague is an attacking full-back whose performances in Russia should earn him a move to a bigger European league.

In this age of information, it’s rare to see genuine unknowns emerge as potential stars at the World Cup. Moussa Wague is one such example, however, with few having heard…

Claude Makelele’s miracle as doomed Eupen somehow survive in Jupiler League

Former France international Claude Makelele joined Belgian side Eupen as their head coach in November 2017.
Former Chelsea and Real Madrid man Claude Makelele steered Eupen to safety after an incredible last-day finale in Belgium’s top flight.
Makelele, who worked as assistant coach to Carlo Ancelotti and Laurent Blanc at Paris Saint-Germain, was appointed in November with the mission of saving Eupen from relegation to Belgium’s second tier.
Bottom of the table ahead of the final game, Eupen knew they needed to win against Mouscron by one more goal than rivals Mechelen, who started the day +1 better off…

Claude Makelele leaves Swansea, named coach of Belgian side Eupen

Claude Makalele won honours with Real Madrid, Chelsea and PSG during his playing career.
Claude Makelele has left his position as a coach at Swansea and been appointed boss of struggling Belgian side Eupen.
The former France international midfielder worked as an assistant coach at Paris Saint-Germain before a brief, unsuccessful stint as head coach at Bastia during the 2014-15 season.
He also worked behind the scenes at Monaco before joining Paul Clement’s backroom staff at Swansea City last January.
Eupen believe he is the man to help steer them away from the bottom of the Belgian…

Everton confirm Henry Onyekuru arrival from Eupen on five-year deal

Phil Murphy breaks down why Nigerian 19-year-old starlet Henry Onyekuru is a name high on many clubs’ transfer wish lists.
Everton have confirmed the signing of Eupen striker Henry Onyekuru on a five-year contract.
Onyekuru, 20, will spend next season on loan with Belgian champions Anderlecht where he will play in the Champions League.
“My loan move to Anderlecht is a good step for me and a welcome development because striking a deal is not all about the money involved,” he said in an interview with SCORENigeria.
“I am looking forward to another great season in Belgium as well as to feature in the Champions League….

Henry Onyekuru announces Everton move and Anderlecht loan move

Shaka Hislop feels Jordan Pickford has done enough to warrant a potential starting job at Everton.

Former Everton and Nigeria forward Daniel Amokachi reflects on the high points of his career and transitioning to coaching.

Brian McBride talks Ross Barkley’s future as the Everton midfielder finishes up a forgetful season with Everton.
Henry Onyekuru has confirmed via social media he has joined Everton and been loaned out to Belgian champions Anderlecht for next season.
Sources reported earlier this week Everton had beaten off competition from Arsenal and West Ham to sign Onyekuru, 20, after agreeing a £7 million deal with his club, Eupen.
The Nigeria international, who finished as the Belgian top-flight’s joint-top scorer with 22 goals, reportedly had a medical at Everton’s Finch Farm training complex on Monday.
Though the…

Henry Onyekuru: Arsenal have made an offer to KAS Eupen to sign me

Can Arsenal still attract key signings without Champions League football next season?
KAS Eupen striker Henry Onyekuru has confirmed to the Nigerian Football Federation that Arsenal have made an offer for him.
Sources told ESPN FC last month that Arsenal had opened talks with Belgian side Eupen for Onyekuru, 19, with reports this week claiming a deal had been agreed.
The Nigeria international, who finished as top scorer in the Belgian Jupiler League this season, said the move is close to being completed and he is excited about moving to the Emirates Stadium.
“It’s a good feeling…

Arsenal target Henry Onyekuru ‘ready’ for Premier League transfer

Per Mertesacker says the uncertainty surrounding Arsene Wenger’s future is no excuse for Arsenal’s disappointing season.

ESPN FC’s Arsenal correspondent Mattias Karen feels Wenger will remain with Arsenal despite how they fare in the final.

Arsenal’s Danny Welbeck wants to win the FA Cup to bring some glory to a disappointing season for the Gunners.

Relive Arsenal and Chelsea’s respective journeys to Saturday’s FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium.

Steve Nicol gives his take on whether or not Arsenal’s Champions League absence will benefit them next season.
Reported Arsenal target Henry Onyekuru says he is “ready” to face the challenge of the Premier League.
The 19-year-old Eupen forward finished as the Belgian league’s joint-top scorer after managing 22 goals in his first top-flight campaign, leading to links with Arsenal as well as Everton and Southampton.
Third in Belgium’s Player of the Year vote, Onyekuru told Belgian media he could remain in the country, but insisted a move to England holds no fears.
“Everything is possible. Anderlecht, Club…

Arsenal open talks for striker Henry Onyekuru with KAS Eupen – sources

Henry Onyekuru has impressed in the Belgian league this season.
Arsenal have opened talks with KAS Eupen for in-demand striker Henry Onyekuru, sources close to the player have told ESPN FC.
Onyekuru is being tracked by a number of clubs across Eu…

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