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Ex-Manchester United forward Ravel Morrison ends Atlas loan; joins Ostersunds

Ravel Morrison drives the ball during match between Atlas and Cruz Azul in Liga MX.
Former Manchester United forward Ravel Morrison has completed a permanent move to Ostersunds FK in Sweden, his former club Lazio have confirmed.
Morrison left United to join West Ham in 2012 before moving to Lazio in 2015 and Ostersunds will become his fourth permanent club with five loan deals in between.
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“I’m here to rebuild myself,” the 26-year-old said, after initially agreeing to train with the Swedish club with a view to making a permanent switch. “To enjoy it, to play football,…

Horseshoe factory is lucky charm for title-winning Jansson

Robin Jansson went from horseshoes to hero.
For Swedish defender Robin Jansson, horseshoes certainly proved to be a lucky charm.
The 26-year-old scored the goal that clinched AIK’s first league title in nine years on Sunday, just seven months after leaving a job in a horseshoe factory to join the Stockholm club.
Jansson headed home the only goal in a 1-0 win over Kalmar to complete an unlikely journey that began as a semi-professional in the third tier.
“Eight, nine months ago I wouldn’t have believed (I’d be standing here). It’s a fantastic…

Why Andreas Granqvist is more popular than Zlatan Ibrahimovic in Sweden and could join Man United

ESPN FC’s Paul Mariner believes the ball is in Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s court when it comes to the rumours linking him with a loan move to Milan.

To honour Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s 500th career goal, the LA Galaxy decided to distribute a commemorative #Zlatan500 poster to the first 10,000 fans who arrive at their match against the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Jose Mourinho once had Zlatan Ibrahimovic to help him out at Manchester United. Nowadays, his attention has reportedly switched to another Swedish veteran, Andreas Granqvist, who is rumoured to be a target ahead of the January transfer window.
“I am not closing any doors, and flattered to even be linked with such a big team,” the 33-year-old defender told Expressen from Helsingborg where he plays in the second division.
Second division? Yes, you have read that right. Back in January, Granqvist…

Former MLS goalkeeper Josh Wicks fails drugs test

Josh Wicks
Former MLS goalkeeper Josh Wicks tested positive for cocaine after a game for his Swedish club Sirius this month.
The American’s contract with the team will be terminated as a result. He had just signed a two-year deal in December but tested positive following the first game of the season.
“He is devastated — football is his work and now he cannot practise it,” Sirius chairman Ove Sjoeblom said at a news conference on Thursday.
“He’s not being fired. It is rather a termination of a contract…

Watford in talks over £2.9 million move for IFK Goteborg’s Pontus Dahlberg

Marco Silva recognises the challenge of beating Tottenham, even when playing at home against 10 men.
Watford are in talks to sign IFK Goteborg goalkeeper Pontus Dahlberg, sources close to the Hornets have told ESPN FC.
Scouts from a number of Europe’s top clubs have been alerted to Dahlberg’s potential with Arsenal, Tottenham, Everton, Napoli and RB Leipzig all monitoring his progress.
Watford are keen to steal a march on their rivals for the 18-year-old’s signature by setting up a deal for when the transfer window reopens next month.
Marco Silva’s side are in advanced talks with Goteborg over…

Ibrahimovic presents Malmo with Swedish league trophy

Zlatan Ibrahimovic helped his native club Malmo celebrate their 20th Swedish league title by presenting them with the trophy.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic presents Malmo with Swedish league trophy

Zlatan Ibrahimovic helped his native club Malmo celebrate their 20th Swedish league title by presenting the trophy on Sunday.
Ibrahimovic, who is nearing a Manchester United comeback from a knee injury, was greeted with a massive ovation as he w…

Dickson Etuhu questioned by police in Sweden match-fixing case – reports

Former Premier League player Dickson Etuhu has been questioned by police in

U.S.’s Mix Diskerud in talks to extend loan to Sweden’s IFK Goteborg – source

Mix Diskerud will remain in Sweden on loan with IFK Goteborg.
U.S. international midfielder Mix Diskerud is in talks to have his loan to Swedish side IFK Goteborg extended through the end of 2017, a source with knowledge of the situation confirm…

West Ham agree deal for Montenegro starlet Sead Haksabanovic – sources

West Ham have agreed a fee to sign Sead Haksabanovic, sources say.
West Ham United are closing in on a move for Halmstads BK youngster Sead Haksabanovic, sources close to the London club have told ESPN FC.
Haksabanovic is regarded as one of the most promising young talents in Europe after impressing for the Swedish club.
Sources said West Ham have agreed a €3 million (£2.7m) fee, with the 18-year-old attacking midfielder given permission to travel to London for talks and a medical.
Haksabanovic played for Sweden’s youth sides before switching his allegiances…

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