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Celtic fans have been reacting on Twitter following a report by the Sydney Morning Herald on Tuesday that suggested that midfielder Tom Rogic is a target for English Premier League clubs Leicester City and Southampton, with a subsequent story in The Daily Record suggesting he has a £15m price tag on his head.

The 26-year-old attack-minded player has enjoyed another impressive season for the Scottish Premiership champions, scoring eight goals and providing a further nine assists in 41 appearances in all competitions.

Those stats have come despite the fact the Australia international missed a large chunk of the campaign with a knee injury, returning shortly before Brendan Rodgers left for the Foxes.

Now it appears he wants to be reunited with him at the King Power Stadium, with the Sydney Morning Herald indicating he could fetch up to $37 Australian dollars (£20m).

However, The Daily Record places his valuation at £5m less than that amount.

Controversial. Uncompromising. Leader. C’mon the Hoops’ Keith talks the future of Celtic’s evergreen captain Scott Brown in the video below…

Celtic supporters have been quick to have their say on the exit rumour ahead of the Old Firm derby against Rangers this weekend, and while one “selling Rogic for £15m is a disaster of an idea”, another said “keeping him at Celtic should be a top priority for Lawwell”.

Here is just a selection of the Twitter reaction…

أعلن منتخب الولايات المتحدة الأمريكية لكرة القدم عودة اللاعب كريستيان بوليسيتش إلى نادي تشيلسي، من أجل استكمال إعادة تأهيله بعد الإصابة.

وتعرض اللاعب الأمريكي لإصابة في أوتار الركبة خلال مشاركته في عمليات الإحماء قبل مباراة تشيلسي ضد بيرنلي، نهاية شهر أكتوبر الماضي.

ولم يشارك بوليسيتش مع كتيبة فرانك لامبارد منذ ذلك الوقت، ومع ذلك أراد التواجد في معسكر منتخب بلاده هذا الشهر من أجل العمل مع بقية زملائه والتعرف على بعض الوجوه الجديدة.

وحسب شبكة “starsandstripesfc”، فإن بوليسيتش أنهى أعماله في معسكر منتخب الولايات المتحدة وسيعود إلى تشيلسي لمواصلة إعادة التأهيل.

اقرأ أيضًا.. جيرو يتخذ قرارًا بشأن مستقبله مع تشيلسي

ويأمل بوليسيتش أن يكون جاهزًا استعدادًا للمباريات بعد انتهاء فترة التوقف الدولي الحالي.

وسيخوض تشيلسي مباراة مع نيوكاسل يونايتد في 21 نوفمبر الجاري، في الجولة التاسعة من الدوري الإنجليزي.

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Leeds fans have been slating Jack Harrison after yet another poor performance against Preston on Tuesday night.

Harrison had very little impact on proceedings at Deepdale, as he consistently gave the ball away and created next to nothing going forward.

This is the latest in a string of bad showings from Harrison, and even though the Man City loanee has scored just three times since joining Leeds and has provided a measly two assists during his time at Elland Road, he still continues to be a regular in the starting XI.

Harrison was eventually subbed in the 76th minute to be replaced by Gaetano Berardi, a change which Leeds fans surely would have welcomed after the winger’s ineffective display.

Heading into the last few games of the season Leeds are still embroiled in a race for promotion and the 22-year-old will have to buck up his ideas if he wants to play a part.

Fans on Twitter were critical of Harrison both during the game and after proceedings had come to a close.

Here’s what they had to say on Twitter…

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Following the surprise sacking of Darren Moore, Preston manager Alex Neil is reportedly West Brom’s preferred choice to take the hotseat. The Scot himself has been forced to fend off questions about leaving Preston for the Hawthorns, saying on Saturday that he expects something to take place – one way or the other – within the coming days.

But bearing in mind they’re all but mathematically confirmed to be in the playoffs, meaning Premier League football next season is a distinct possibility, is the 37-year-old the right man for the job? Football FanCast’s writers deliver their verdicts below…

Billy Meyers

“Neil isn’t the right manager for West Brom. He has shown in the past that he can be a good man to have in charge when in the Championship, guiding Norwich into the Premier League via the play-offs. However, when in the top-flight, he looked very much out of his depth and was ultimately sacked. Right now, the Baggies look capable of achieving promotion with James Shan, and should be looking for a more accomplished figure than Neil to take over.”

James Beavis

“I think he would be a good appointment. West Brom need to realise what they are, and it is never going to be a free-flowing attacking team no matter how much they try. Experiments with Alan Pardew and Darren Moore have ultimately failed as they were too easy to beat, even if their goal tally may have been boosted under the latter in particular. Neil is a manager who gets his teams organised defensively, and doesn’t mind hitting a long ball if it helps his side cause a threat and get the results they need. It may not be pretty all of the time but it is effective. At the end of the day plenty of Baggies supporters wanted change as they were unhappy with life under Moore, so fans will be in no position to moan should he get the job.”

Ben Goodwin

“The Preston boss was fantastic when he first joined Norwich in 2015, winning 17 of a possible 25 games in his first season at the helm, taking the Canaries up to the Premier League through the playoffs. They were of course relegated at the first try, but even Neil himself admitted that was mostly down to recruitment. Now at Deepdale, the Scot has taken an underwhelming squad to the brink of the play-offs, begging the question what would he be capable of at a bigger club with a bigger budget?”

Jack Saville

“I think Alex Neil is an intriguing appointment and one which is bound to split opinion. The reaction rumours of Sam Alllardyce’s appointment evoked told us all we need to know about what the fans want to see and, while Neil will bring a more attractive brand of football than big Sam, big question marks over his ability to garner results are looming large. At this moment in time, however, it’s a gamble worth taking and he could be exactly what the Baggies need.”

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After keeping two clean sheets in as many games, West Brom fans have heaped the plaudits upon goalkeeper Sam Johnstone, who joined them for an initial £6.5m fee last summer.

The pivotal reason behind his improved displays, according to some supporters, is a change of tactics since Darren Moore was sacked from his role as manager.

It’s a factor which is seeing him prove his worth according to one fan, who claimed he had now justified the price tag West Brom paid Manchester United to sign the ‘keeper. Another individual went as far as calling him the best in the league in his position.

Since caretaker James Shan took charge, the club has won back to back games after previously going four matches without claiming a win.

Johnstone has played a key role in that and supporters have reacted to a video of him on Twitter making a save to praise the stopper.

Members of the Hawthorns faithful have said that Shan’s new system, which doesn’t involve playing out from the back, has meant he’s been able to improve on his actual goalkeeping. One fan even joked that he’d been previously asked to play as a playmaking sweeper.

Since joining the Baggies, he has been ever-present for the Midlands club, playing in all 38 league games to date and has begun to prove doubters wrong according to one individual.

Here’s what’s been said on Twitter.

[ad_pod ]Sunderland fans have been heaping praise on Luke O’Nien during the international break.The Black Cats made a rip-roaring start to their League One campaign, losing just once in their first 20 league matches.Jack Ross’ side went off the boil at the turn of the year though, registering score draws in six out of seven games, but they have now won four of their last six with the two failures being draws in difficult away games. Pl>ymaker FC Exclusive: Jermaine Jenas reveals why Tyne-Wear is a more intense derby than anything London can offer – check out the video below….And it’s no coincidence that the recent return to form has coincided with O’Nien hitting a purple patch, as the 24 year-old’s energy from right-back has made a huge different to the side.O’Nien, who is capable of playing pretty much anywhere across the midfield or on either defensive flank, has five goals and five assists to his name this campaign.

On top of that, the versatile ace just seems to “get†Sunderland, constantly interacting with fans and showing off his passion for the badge.

Loads of fans have been discussing his form, and judging from the Twitter reactions down below the summer signing is already a fan favourite at the Stadium of Light…

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Manchester City fans have taken to Twitter to discuss Oleksandr Zincheko’s season so far, after a stunning campaign in which he has excelled whilst Benjamin Mendy has been out injured.

The Ukrainian almost left the Etihad Stadium back in the summer, after the Citizens agreed a £16m fee with Wolves for his signature – Zinchenko himself decided to stay in Manchester and fight for his place in the team, despite making just 14 appearances last season.

442oons have charted the entire career of Man City’s main man Sergio Aguero through song in the hilarious video below…

He found himself behind Mendy in the pecking order at the start of the current campaign, but after another serious injury to the Frenchman, 22-year-old Zinchenko took his chance by the scruff of the neck – in that respect, it feels as if he is always an unsung hero due to the pedigree, price tag and reputation of the World Cup winning left-back.

He has one goal and four assists to his name this season, starring under Pep Guardiola as he marauds up and down the left flank to great effect, and his efforts have clearly gone down well with the City supporters on Twitter…

أعلن نادي إنتر ميلان الإيطالي، رسميًا، عودة مهاجم منتخب إيطاليا تحت 21 عامًا، أندريا بينامونتي، من جنوى بشكل دائم.

وكان بينامونتي يلعب على سبيل الإعارة لجنوى، لكن إنتر احتفظ بخيار إعادة الشراء بقيمة 20 مليون يورو.

وأعلن النيرازوري هذا المساء أن اللاعب البالغ من العمر 21 عامًا عاد إلى صفوفهم مرة أخرى.

اقرأ أيضًا.. ميليك يخضع للفحص الطبي تمهيدًا للانتقال إلى روما

لعب بينامونتي 34 مباراة مع جنوى في الموسم الماضي، وسجل سبعة أهداف وصنع هدفين.

وأصبح ثاني مهاجم يغادر جنوى يوم الجمعة بعد أندريا فافيلي الذي وقع مع فيرونا.

قام بينامونتي، وفقًا لـSky Sport Italia، بصياغة عقد مع إنتر حتى عام 2024، براتب قيمته حوالي 2 مليون يورو في الموسم.

Sheffield United owner Prince Abdullah has confirmed Chris Wilder's return, with Paul Heckingbottom sacked after the club's poor start to the season.

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Wilder back at Sheffield UnitedReplaces Heckingbottom as managerSheffield United 20th in Premier LeagueGettyWHAT HAPPENED?

The Blades' owner confirmed that the club have parted ways with manager Heckingbottom after a series of poor results, with Wilder drafted in swiftly as his replacement. Wilder has returned to Bramall Lane two and half years after his original exit, and will now set about steering the club out of the relegation zone. Incidentally, it was Heckingbottom who replaced him as Sheffield's interim manager in March 2021.

AdvertisementWHAT PRINCE ABDULLAH SAID

Speaking to , Prince Abdullah said: "Yes [I have made the decision]. Chris is practically an honour of the club, he’s part of Sheffield United history. One thing I always like to do, not just in football but all of my businesses, is to keep a good relationship with my ex-employees no matter how it ended, I think you should get over it. At the end of the day we’re all passionate about what we do and we believe Chris is the right man for the job. Chris has done great things for the club and in my opinion he’s the best guy on planet earth to take over the club right now in these circumstances."

He added on Heckingbottom's departure: “I have mixed emotions about letting Paul go.I really have a lot of respect for Paul and everything he did for the club, he’s a very classy guy. I’ve been at the club for five years and we changed one manager and that was Slav [Slavisa Jokanovic], so we believe in sticking with the manager and supporting him. But I felt like after the last few games it was a necessary decision and the replacement has done great things for the clubs and knows the club, so I feel good about the decision in one way but I really have a tremendous respect for Paul."

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Sheffield United, who won promotion to the Premier League last season, have managed to win just once in 14 matches in 2023-24 and sit rock bottom of the table. With Heckingbottom's departure, the Blades become the first top-tier club to part ways with their manager this term. Last season it was Bournemouth who terminated Scott Parker's contract in August after just four games into the season.

A club statement was released confirming Heckingbottom's sacking, before Wilder was officially announced as the Blades' new manager. "Quite simply it was an opportunity which I just couldn't turn down," Wilder told the club website. "Just like in 2016, when this club comes calling, it is not something you pass up. This is Sheffield United, it is my team and I am thrilled to be back. We find ourselves in a difficult position, I understand that, but I think I can make a difference."

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WHAT NEXT FOR SHEFFIELD UNITED?

The Blades are still reeling from a harrowing 5-0 defeat at the hands of Burnley at weekend and they will now face title contenders and giants Liverpool in their next Premier League fixture on Wednesday. Wilder will likely be on the touchline for the visit of the Reds and in Sheffield United's subsequent home fixture against Brentford on December 9.

Bayern Munich host Borussia Dortmund in the hotly anticipated Der Klassiker, which could have a significant impact on the Bundesliga title race

Bayern Munich will take on Borussia Dortmund in Der Klassiker in the Bundesliga on Saturday.

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Bayern and Dortmund are set to renew their fierce rivalry in what promises to be an exciting and potential title-decider this weekend.

Bayern, the defending champions, have struggled with consistency this season and are currently sitting a point behind Dortmund in second place.

Dortmund's form has been impressive. They have only lost one out of their last 14 outings and are atop the standings. A win will help them extend their lead to four points at the top of the table and place them in a good position to clinch the title for the first time since the 2011-12 season.

The outcome of Der Klassiker could have a significant impact on the Bundesliga title race, adding an extra layer of excitement to an already highly charged fixture.

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  Kick-off time

  Date:	April 1, 2023
  Kick-off time:	1.30pm EDT
  Venue:	Allianz Arena, Munich

  The game is scheduled for April 1, 2023 at the Allianz Arena in Munich.

  It will kick off at 1.30pm EDT in the US.

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  How to watch Bayern vs Dortmund online – TV channels & live streams

  Country	TV channel	Live stream
  US	N/A	ESPN+

  In the United States (US), the match will be available to stream on ESPN+.

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  Team news & squads

  Bayern Munich team news

  Before their first match under Tuchel, Bayern are uncertain whether key player Jamal Musiala will be able to participate in Der Klassiker, and it is a race against time to get him ready. The expectation is that he will be able to make an impact off the bench.

  Tuchel will also miss the presence of long-term absentees Lucas Hernandez and Manuel Neuer.

  Bayern predicted XI: Sommer; Pavard, Upamecano, De Ligt; Cancelo, Kimmich, Goretzka, Davies; Sane, Muller; Choupo-Moting

  Position	Players
  Goalkeepers:	Sommer, Ulreich, Schenk
  Defenders:	De Ligt, Upamecano, Davies, Blind, Cancelo, Pavard, Stanisic, Sarr, Janitzek, Marusic
  Midfielders:	Goretzka, Musiala, Wanner, Sane, Kimmich
  Forwards:	Gnabry, Coman, Muller, Tel, Mane, Choupo-Moting

  Borussia Dortmund team news

  Julian Brandt and Karim Adeyemi havemissed a few games for Dortmund recently but could make a return to the matchday squad after the international break.

  Jamie Bynoe-Gittens and Youssoufa Moukoko remain sidelined due to injuries. There is concern regarding the overall fitness of England star Jude Bellingham but he is expected to feature.

  Dortmund predicted XI: Kobel; Wolf, Sule, Schlotterbeck, Ryerson; Bellingham, Can, Guerreiro; Brandt, Haller, Reus

  Position	Players
  Goalkeepers:	Meyer, Lotka, Unbehaun, Kobel
  Defenders:	Schlotterbeck, Guerreiro, Schulz, Hummels, Meunier, Rothe, Sule, Coulibaly, Papadapoulos
  Midfielders:	Dahoud, Ozcan, Reyna, Reus, Wolf, Passlack, Can, Bellingham, Gurpuz, Ryerson, Brandt
  Forwards:	Malen, Haller, Modeste, Adeyemi

  Head-to-head record

  Bayern have been the superior team in Der Klassiker, winning four out of the previous five meetings against Dortmund. However, in their most recent encounter with the current league leaders, they were unable to secure a victory and had to settle for a 2-2 draw.

  Date	Result	Competition
  October 8, 2022	Dortmund 2-2 Bayern	Bundesliga
  April 23, 2022	Bayern 3-1 Dortmund	Bundesliga
  December 4, 2021	Dortmund 2-3 Bayern	Bundesliga
  August 18, 2021	Dortmund 1-3 Bayern	Super Cup
  March 6, 2021	Bayern 4-2 Dortmund	Bundesliga

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