Alexis Nunes and Shaka Hislop respond to your tweets about the world’s best goalkeepers, Leon Bailey, the 2004 FA Cup and a big CONCACAF rivalry.
Leon Bailey’s stepfather and agent has hit out at the Jamaican Football Association after its president Michael Ricketts accused the Bayer Leverkusen winger of having an attitude problem.
Craig Butler’s comments come amid an ongoing dispute that means Bailey has yet to represent the country of his birth.
Bailey, 21, was called up to the Jamaica squad earlier this month but did not make his competitive debut for the Reggae Boyz following the failure to call up his younger brother Kyle Butler, who…

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The ESPN FC crew discuss whether or not Usain Bolt should accept the offer from Champions League-chasing Valletta FC.

Players from across the league share their thoughts on Usain Bolt’s pursuit of a contract with the Central Coast Mariners.

Usain Bolt reviews his two-goal performance in a friendly win for Central Coast Mariners and his progress during his trial.

Eight-time Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt admits to nervous excitement ahead of his first start for the Central Coast Mariners in the Australian League.
Usain Bolt has been urged to sign a professional football contract with a Jamaican side in order to earn a call-up to the national team by the president of the country’s football association.
Bolt, 32, is a free agent after undergoing an open-ended trial at Australian A-League side Central Coast Mariners that culminated in him taking part in several friendly games.
The eight-time Olympic track gold medallist also rejected a contract offer from Champions League hopefuls Valletta FC, and Michael Ricketts,…

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Toby Alderweireld to Man United? Jorginho to Man City? ESPN FC’s Alejandro Moreno breaks down those rumours and more in Rumour Rater.

ESPN FC’s Shaka Hislop delves into rumours surrounding Neymar, Willian, Anthony Martial and more in Transfer Rater.

Riyad Mahrez to Manchester City? Mario Balotelli back to Serie A? Alejandro Moreno rates the day’s biggest transfer links.
Usain Bolt is training with Norwegian side Stromsgodset with a view to becoming a professional footballer, Verdens Gang report.
The 31-year-old Jamaican, who won eight Olympic gold medals, trained with the club in Drammen, 40km south-west of Oslo, on Wednesday and hopes to play in a friendly against the club’s under-19 side.
“I want to try to get better, to work as hard as I can, play as much as I can. Maybe a club will see something and decide to give me a chance,” said Bolt, who retired from athletics…

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ESPN FC’s Alexis Nunes catches up with Bayer Leverkusen’s Leon Bailey about life in Germany and his future for both club and country.

Bayer Leverkusen’s Leon Bailey gives ESPN FC’s Alexis Nunes a course in the art of dribbling and reveals his influences.

German Cup: Leon Bailey (72′) Bayer Leverkusen 2-5 Bayern Munich
Bayer Leverkusen’s Leon Bailey has told ESPN FC that he wants “to play at the highest level” as he faces summer decisions relating to his club and international futures.
Bailey, 20, has been linked to Manchester United and Liverpool, among other clubs, and is in the process of determining which nation to represent at international level amid disagreements with his native Jamaica.
The winger is under contract with Leverkusen through summer 2022, and although he has said that the club is “perfect”…

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Bayer Leverkusen’s Leon Bailey gives ESPN FC’s Alexis Nunes a course in the art of dribbling and reveals his influences.

ESPN FC’s Alexis Nunes catches up with Bayer Leverkusen’s Leon Bailey about life in Germany and his future for both club and country.
Bayer Leverkusen winger Leon Bailey has been one of the Bundesliga’s breakout stars this season. The Jamaica-born midfielder’s performances have been attracting a lot of attention from Europe’s elite, while there could also be an international tug-of-war for his services in the future.
But why is he so highly-rated? Here are five things to know.
1. He arrived in Europe with nothing but a small bag
Kingston-born Bailey joined Craig Butler’s Phoenix All-Star Academy at the age of six. Some eight years…

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Ravel Morrison has been performing well for Atlas in Liga MX.
GUADALAJARA, Mexico — Atlas midfielder and former England youth Ravel Morrison may soon be a Jamaica international.
The 25-year-old posted a letter on Instagram that appeared to be the Jamaica Football Federation asking Atlas to release him for Jamaica’s friendly on March 25 in Kingston against Antigua and Barbuda.
ESPN Mexico reported that Morrison is keen and that the paperwork is being processed to enable the former Manchester United player to play for the Reggae Boyz.
“He will meet the members…

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