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Many Everton fans have been left buzzing as an update emerged involving Richarlison.

Writing in his latest piece for The Times, Paul Joyce has now revealed that the striker will be exempt from being blocked to play in the Goodison Park faithful’s next game in the Premier League, following an ongoing row with the Brazilian Football Association.

They have asked FIFA to enforce rules preventing eight Brazilian players from five teams in the top flight from playing this weekend, which will also affect the UEFA Champions League fixtures next week.

This marks an increase in tensions between Brazil and those sides who blocked their players from travelling to the country due to concerns over restrictions due to the global pandemic.

Among the clubs most affected are Liverpool, who are now set to be without Alisson, Fabinho or Roberto Firmino against Leeds United, while Rafa Benitez’s team are unaffected due to ‘good relations’ with the federation – Richarlison did his part by playing in both the Copa America and Olympic Games.

Everton fans on Richarlison updateThese Toffees supporters buzzed as the update was shared on Twitter, with some taking joy in mocking their Merseyside neighbours:

“Smell the fuuuuume”

Credit: @Abstrakt_tweets

“We are massive”

Credit: @Owen__EFC

“Yessss, up the corrupt Blues.”

Credit: @Dandan217

“Things you love to see”

Credit: @karlriley_1997

“Cos we’re the super sound Toffees”

Credit: @1986_legend

“Heeeesssss Brazilian …..”

Credit: @ARobbo17

In other news, find out what transfer update has Blues bemoaning here!

Liverpool’s return to the top end of the table after spending years treading water and enduring the despair of mid-table obscurity has been remarkable.

The transition started by Brendan Rodgers and finished by Jurgen Klopp has seen the Reds claim their maiden Premier League trophy and their sixth European Cup triumph, as well as producing a string of magnificent displays.

However, it’s arguably the club’s work off the field which has really propelled them back to the big time.

While the Liverpool chiefs were splashing out huge sums on countless flops such as Andy Carroll, Stewart Downing and Charlie Adam in the early 2010s, the Anfield outfit stood no chance of returning to their former glories.

However, the arrival of Michael Edwards as director of football back in 2016 sparked a new chapter in the club’s illustrious history.

Several astute acquisitions such as Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker have transformed Liverpool’s fortunes in recent years, and all without the owners financing a ridiculous spending spree.

That’s because Edwards has managed to acquire some quite astonishing sums for unwanted fringe players who failed to make the cut under Klopp on Merseyside.

The likes of Danny Ward, Christian Benteke and Mamadou Sakho have been offloaded for healthy sums, but perhaps none were as satisfying as Dominic Solanke’s move to Bournemouth.

The England international rose through the ranks at boyhood club Chelsea and was tipped for greatness by his previous manager Jose Mourinho. After playing in the Champions League against Maribor, the Portuguese once said: “For sure, he’s going to play many Champions League matches, because he will be a good player.”

Mourinho also explained that if Solanke – as well as Lewis Baker and Izzy Brown – fail to play for the senior side and England in the future, the 58-year-old would only have himself to blame.

“My conscience tells me that if, for example, Baker, Brown, and Solanke are not national team players in a few years, I should blame myself,” the now-AS Roma manager said (as relayed by Give Me Sport).

Things didn’t go to plan for Solanke at Stamford Bridge, though, and after he failed to make another appearance for the Blues after his debut against Maribor, he moved to Liverpool on a free transfer in the summer of 2017.

Unfortunately, the striker’s fresh start on Merseyside was also unable to spark a run of goalscoring form, with the now 24-year-old bagging just one goal in 27 outings for Klopp’s charges.

Solanke’s struggles didn’t dissuade Bournemouth from splashing out a whopping £19m on his services just 18 months into his Liverpool career, but they may have come to instantly regret that decision.

The former England under-21 international was unable to prevent the Cherries from suffering relegation in his first full season at the Vitality Stadium after finding the back of the net on just three occasions in 32 Premier League appearances, all of those goals coming in the final two weeks of the campaign.

Therefore, Edwards’ ability to sell Solanke for almost £20m now seems like a masterclass, and his potential departure from the Liverpool boardroom could have lasting damage.

In other news… “I expect”: Journalist provides exciting Liverpool update which will have fans buzzing 

Craig Pawson will be the man in the middle for Manchester United’s trip to Leicester City on Saturday afternoon.

And, as to be expected, a number of United supporters have been reacting to the confirmed news on social media.

Pawson will be assisted by Lee Betts and Dan Robathan, with Andy Madley as fourth official and Darren England in charge of VAR. [Premier League]

The 42-year-old was the referee when United lost to the Foxes at Old Trafford last season and has already taken charge of a United game during the current campaign in the 1-1 draw with Southampton.

Bruno Fernandes had an appeal for a free-kick waved away before the Saints’ opener at St Mary’s back in August, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer labelling it a clear foul after the game.

United fans react

The news of Pawson’s appointment made its way across social media on Monday. This is what these United fans had to say in reply, with one describing the referee as ‘awful’.

“Well…what do you know. Craig Pawson for the Leicester vs Man Utd. Maguire and *Varane absent…why not give them Craig Pawson to add salt to injury?”

Credit: @Mr_Eto

“Who cares no referee is going to be easy …it’s tough though for Ole to swallow #oleout”

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“Pawson is awful, you will all see this on the weekend”

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“Ole ball + No Maguire and Varane + Craig Pawson”

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“Another loss loading. I have this feeling that Leicester will break that away record”

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“The refereeing is going to be poor son”

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In other news: ‘Yesss’ – Lots of MUFC fans go wild at Fabrizio Romano’s ‘important news’.

Journalist Anthony Haggerty believes that Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard has set his heart on a move to the Premier League this summer.

The forward has been heavily linked with a departure from the Scottish giants in this transfer window.

Brighton & Hove Albion have been linked with a move previously this summer, as have their bitter rivals Crystal Palace.

The Eagles are now reported to lead the race to sign the Frenchman, in a deal that would cost around £18m.

Edouard has had a superb record during his time at Celtic and has scored 86 goals, while laying on 39 assists, in 177 appearances since his arrival back in 2018.

As his contract is set to expire in 2022, this summer may be the final opportunity Celtic have to receive a big fee for the former France U21 international.

And Haggerty expects him to make the move to the Premier League before next week’s transfer deadline.

He said: “Brighton, supposedly for 18 million, Palace supposedly for 18 million. Pick a number, any x amount of millions, first and foremost, the club need to want you, but I think he maybe has his heart set on the English Premier League.

“London seems to be that destination for him doesn’t it? Crystal Palace, Brighton, that sort of thing. It might well be somebody like that.”

Leeds United are interested in Rangers midfielder Glen Kamara this summer, according to Give Me Sport.

The Lowdown: Kamara profiled

Kamara has been with Rangers since 2019 and has made over 100 appearances for the club, 51 of which came last season.

The 25-year-old, who Neil McCann described as ‘lightning-quick’, is under contract at Ibrox until 2023.

He played at Euro 2020 for Finland over the summer and the defensive midfielder, who can also play in a central role, appears to be on Leeds’ radar.

The Latest: Leeds’ interest

According to Give Me Sport, who shared a story on Monday evening, Leeds are keen on deals for both Kamara and long-term target Ryan Kent.

The report claims the Whites are considering moves for the pair as they chase European qualification this season.

Huddersfield’s Lewis O’Brien and Manchester City’s Yangel Herrera are two central midfielders linked with a move to Elland Road recently, but it seems as if Kamara could be on the club’s list as well.

The Verdict: Sign

With Kamara capable of playing in a defensive and box-to-box role, he could be a perfect addition at Elland Road.

He is at the very top of his game, with his Transfermarkt valuation standing at a career-high £5.4m.

A central midfielder is a “priority” (Phil Hay) to strengthen Marcelo Bielsa’s squad, and Kamara can also cover Kalvin Phillips in front of the back four when required.

His versatility as a number six or number eight could work well in Yorkshire, so it’ll be interesting to see if Leeds firm up their reported interest with an official offer soon.

In other news: ‘We have been in contact with Leeds’ – Source drops big update involving ‘integral’ 25-goal ace. 

Aston Villa have made their move to sign Northampton Town starlet Caleb Chukwuemeka ahead of Premier League rivals Tottenham.

What’s the story?

Having enjoyed an impressive summer transfer window in terms of new signings – Dean Smith’s side have already seen the likes of Emi Buendia, Ashley Young, Leon Bailey, Danny Ings and Axel Tuanzebe arrive through the door – it appears that Villa aren’t done just yet.

According to Football Insider, the Midlands club have made a late attempt to snatch Chukwuemeka from right under the noses of Spurs – the 19-year-old is the older brother of Carney, who has already begun to make an impression at Villa.

Fans will love it

As well as the obvious link and desire to reunite Chukwuemeka with his brother at Villa Park, there’s no doubting the potential he has on the pitch either.

Former Northampton manager Keith Curle was full of praise for the 19-year-old last year, saying: “Caleb has got an unpredictability about him and he can be unorthodox at times. What we’re trying to do is get the fundamentals in place in his play without taking away that excitement and that freedom in his play.”

The sheer fact that Villa have come in at the 11th hour and made an approach to lure a target away from a club competing in European football for the past several years is a real testament to the work and ambition the club have put in under NSWE to establish themselves as a rising force.

If Johan Lange can pull off this heist from under Spurs’ noses, it would be yet another deal to strengthen the sporting director’s superb work in this summer’s transfer window.

Villa fans will be buzzing with the prospect of landing another target supposedly wanted by one of the Premier League’s big boys, having already signed Buendia ahead of Arsenal earlier this summer.

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Manchester United have reportedly accelerated their pursuit of Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga as the end of the current transfer window approaches.

What’s the story?

The Red Devils have been heavily linked with a move for the highly-rated 18-year-old throughout the summer, although recent reports claimed that Atletico Madrid’s Saul Niguez was also a prime target.

And now, well-known journalist and transfer expert Duncan Castles has provided an update on United’s pursuit of a new midfielder, claiming the Old Trafford outfit are favouring a deal for Camavinga.

“United are looking at other individuals (to Saul),” Castles said on the latest installment of his Transfer Window podcast (as relayed by The Express). “I’m told that they have accelerated their interest in Eduardo Camavinga over the last week.”

Fans will be buzzing

The France international has attracted the attention of a host of top clubs across the continent in recent years after establishing himself as one of Ligue 1’s most promising young talents.

Despite his tender years, Camavinga has already made 86 appearances for his boyhood club, scoring two goals and providing five assists and has already earned three senior caps for Le Bleus.

Red Devils midfielder and compatriot Paul Pogba gave the youngster a glowing reference when they linked up on national team duty last October.

“It is a pleasure to see him don the (France) shirt,” he said. “To score after his first start (against Ukraine in a friendly), that is honestly wonderful,” said the United ace.

“I was truly happy for him. I only wish him the best and much more. He has everything for that. His future is in his hands.”

However, after entering the final year of his current contract and refusing to put pen to paper on fresh terms, Rennes are open to the youngster’s exit after putting a £30m price tag on their prized asset.

And it appears as though Old Trafford is a likely destination for Camavinga, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer open to further additions following the arrival of Jadon Sancho and Raphael Varane.

“Anything from now is a bonus,” the Norwegian said when asked about additional signings before the deadline after United’s 5-1 victory over Leeds.

“I have to say that with the two signings we’ve got, we’ve strengthened where we wanted to strengthen. Let’s see what happens. You never know in football. Anything can happen, ins and outs.

“We need a big squad,” the United manager said. “The start is important, the whole season is important, but you need to arrive in April and May fresh and with enough options.”

Although a formal offer for Camavinga is yet to materialise, a large section of United fans will surely be buzzing to learn of the club’s increased interest in the £49.5m-rated gem.

The engine room has long been an area of weakness at Old Trafford, but the teenager’s arrival could ensure it remains a formidable area of the pitch for the 20-time English champions for many years to come.

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An update has emerged regarding Celtic’s pursuit of Gabonese forward Aaron Boupendza…

What’s the talk?

According to Media Time, as relayed by TBRF, the Hoops are prioritising the signing of Hatayspor striker Boupendza as they attempt to bolster their strikeforce and provide some competition to Odsonne Edouard this summer.

The report claims that the Turkish club value him at around €12m (£10.2m) and it remains to be seen whether or not Celtic are willing to splash their club-record transfer fee on him.

Fans will be over the moon

Celtic fans will be over the moon with this news as Boupendza could be a terrific signing for the club and increase their chances of winning the title back from their arch-rivals Rangers next term. He has been prolific in Turkey and is capable of playing in a variety of positions at the top end of the pitch, whether that be down the middle or on either flank.

He has been nicknamed the “panther” in Turkey for the way he poaches goals, whilst he has also been compared to Kylian Mbappe and Alexandre Lacazette.

In a player analysis article centred around Boupendza, Breaking the Lines provided the following on what he brings to the pitch. “The Hatay forward has excellent close control and touch, he often comes short to utilize these skills, soaking in defenders, then with a dynamic touch or spin beating his man or passing it to a teammate, defeating the trap.

“His close control was best exemplified in his goal against Beşiktaş, where his control and tricky first touch gave him enough space to bury the ball into the bottom right corner from just inside the box.”

The 24-year-old number nine plundered 22 goals in 25 starts in the Super Lig last season, showing that he can score at an impressive rate at a good standard of football. This suggests that he could arrive at Celtic Park and set the Premiership on fire with his goals.

Therefore, supporters will be buzzing if the club can bring him in before the end of the window. He is young, talented, exciting and could be exactly what Postecoglou needs to bolster his attack and fight for the title next season.

If the Gabonese forward can translate his goals from Turkey over to Scotland then they could have a real talent on their hands, someone capable of lifting them back to dominance.

AND in other news, Postecoglou may be on the verge of his first Celtic howler, fans would be furious…

Leeds have made a €12m (£10.3m) offer for Lyon’s Maxwel Cornet, but it doesn’t meet the demands of the Ligue 1 outfit, according to Olympique et Lyonnais.

The lowdown

The 24-year-old has made 251 appearances for his club, scoring 51 goals and providing 29 assists. Last season, he was directly involved in 10 goals (four goals, six assists) in 39 appearances across all competitions.

The Ivorian was predominantly used as a left-back but also operated in more advanced positions on that flank. That could make him an ideal replacement at Leeds for Ezgjan Alioski, who has reached the end of his contract.

After Cornet scored twice in a 2-2 Champions League draw against Manchester City in 2018, Pep Guardiola admitted to being ‘very impressed’ by him. Indeed, he has scored four goals against City in the competition, most recently opening the scoring in last August’s quarter-final upset.

The latest

The report from Olympique et Lyonnais said that Leeds are ‘following Maxwel Cornet with interest’ and that they made a formal bid a ‘few weeks ago’.

However, it didn’t ‘correspond to the expectations’ of Lyon, who have the left-back under contract for another two years. The French club are now waiting to see if Marcelo Bielsa’s side will return with an improved offer.

The verdict

Young and versatile, with a reputation for scoring on the big occasion, Cornet would seem to be an exciting addition at Elland Road if he makes the move.

Leeds missed out to Southampton in the race to sign Romain Perraud recently, but Cornet can offer a similar attacking threat from the full-back position.

With French football in the midst of a financial crisis, perhaps Lyon’s demands will ultimately be quite reasonable, and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see Leeds return to the negotiating table.

In other news, Kevin Phillips has dropped his verdict on this Leeds target. 

Newcastle United duo Callum Wilson and Jamaal Lascelles will step up their injury recoveries this week, according to Chronicle Live journalist Lee Ryder.

The lowdown

Wilson missed Newcastle’s final three matches of the season after sustaining an injury in the 4-2 win at Leicester City. The Englishman had opened the scoring for Steve Bruce’s side in the first half that night, taking his overall tally for the season to 12.

He finished four clear of January loan signing Joe Willock at the top of the club’s scoring charts and also contributed the most assists with five (via BBC Sport).

Meanwhile, club captain Lascelles was absent for the last nine games with a foot injury he picked up in the 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur in April. He started 19 games in total for the Toon last season as they wound up finishing 12th in the Premier League.

The latest

Both Wilson and Lascelles have been active on the training pitches behind the scenes at Darsley Park in the past week and they’re expected to take the next step toward match fitness at the club’s training camp in York.

“Newcastle United’s pre-season preparations have started with a boost,” was Ryder’s verdict for Chronicle Live in response to the duo’s progress.

Most importantly for the Magpies, it’s ‘hoped’ that both players will be ready for the season-opener against West Ham United next month.

The verdict

Newcastle will hope that both players can get 90 friendly minutes under their belt at the very least prior to their meeting with the Hammers to ensure they at least have some rhythm.

Wilson was without doubt the most important player in the side last season. It was in the period following his hamstring injury at the start of February that Newcastle looked most vulnerable, with relegation appearing a very real possibility.

Keep him fit, and they should be able to avoid trouble this time around. Lascelles too will be key, as he’s arguably the best central defender on Newcastle’s books and his leadership at the back is invaluable.

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