Chelsea have completed the £40 million signing of Argentina winger, Alejandro Garnacho, from Manchester United. Alejandro Garnacho, 21, has penned a long-term deal at Stamford Bridge that runs until 2032, becoming the latest big-name arrival in Enzo Maresca’s squad. “It’s an incredible moment for my family and I to join this great club,” Garnacho told Chelsea’s official website. “I can’t wait to get started. I watched the Club World Cup and to join the world champions is special, we’re the best team in the world!” Garnacho, who broke into United’s senior side in 2022, made 144 appearances and scored 26…
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Manchester United skipper, Bruno Fernandes, held his nerve in injury time to fire home a decisive penalty and hand Ruben Amorim’s side a much-needed Premier League victory over Burnley at Old Trafford. United looked set to be denied all three points in the Premier League game after goalkeeper Altay Bayindir committed another costly error, allowing Jaidon Anthony to score Burnley’s second equaliser of the afternoon. But in stoppage time, Anthony went from hero to villain. The Burnley winger tugged Amad’s shirt as the Ivorian drove into the box. Referee Sam Barrott initially waved away protests, but VAR Stuart Attwell advised…
All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has dismissed allegations claiming that former Rivers governor, Rotimi Amaechi, frustrated Aliko Dangote’s plan to build his 650,000 barrels per day Dangote Refinery in Port Harcourt. Naija News understands that a former member of the House of Representatives, Chidi Wihioka, accused Amaechi of disrespecting Dangote when he visited Rivers State for negotiations on the construction of the refinery. Wihioka said that Amaechi thwarted the plan not only by not giving Dangote the attention he needed but also by making personal demands of him. Reacting to the allegation via a statement, Eze stated…
Nigerian Vice President, Kashim Shettima, alongside the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Sen. Ibrahim Hadejia, the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, the Minister of Transportation, Sen. Sa’idu Alkali, and Rep. Lawal Zannah, attended the wedding fatiha of Halima Junaid, the granddaughter of the late former President, Muhammadu Buhari, and Walid Muazu, the son of Iyan Katagum. Naija News reports that the wedding was held on Saturday at the Yahaya Road Juma’at Mosque in Ungwan Rimi, Kaduna metropolis. The Vice-President stood for the bride, Halima Junaid, while Shehu Mauzu stood for the groom. Other dignitaries present at the ceremony…
Fulham manager, Marco Silva, has hit out at officials after Josh King’s first-half strike was controversially ruled out in his side’s 2-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The 18-year-old thought he had netted his first Premier League goal in the 22nd minute, but following a lengthy VAR check by Michael Salisbury, referee Robert Jones disallowed it for a foul by Rodrigo Muniz in the build-up. The decision left Marco Silva fuming on the touchline and even angrier after the match. “How you disallow a goal like that is unbelievable,” the Portuguese coach told TNT Sports. “VAR is not here…
The governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has vowed that the state will always invest in its people and produce leaders who rise above self-interest. The governor said this as the special guest of honour during the Graduation Ceremony of the 2024/2025 Cohort of Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) and Induction of the 2025/2026 Cohort at Ikeja, Lagos, on Friday. Speaking further, Sanwo-Olu noted that the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy is a bridge between youth aspirations and leadership responsibilities. He added that Lagos State “will always honour the towering legacy with vision, served with simplicity, and lived as a true…
The visit of former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, to the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, reportedly centred on advancing the development of the Yoruba race and fostering unity among traditional institutions in the southwest. Naija News reports that the ex-president, who was accompanied by his daughter, Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, and a delegation of dignitaries, was warmly received at the Alaafin’s palace in Oyo Town. A palace source who spoke on the condition of anonymity with Vanguard on Saturday revealed that the highly confidential meeting focused on the need for greater collaboration among Yoruba traditional leaders. According to him, Obasanjo, a respected…
The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, has declared that the group is not loyal to any political party. Speaking in Abuja following speculations that the movement had become divided along party lines, he stated that their loyalty lies with Obi. Tanko asserted that former vice president, Atiku Abubakar and other candidates have the right to contest in the 2027 presidential election, but the Obidient Movement would stand with Obi. Obi, who is yet to make an explicit declaration on his political future, has been linked with a possible return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), despite continued…
Chelsea striker, Joao Pedro, extended his fine run of form as the Blues saw off Fulham 2-0 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. However, a series of contentious refereeing calls overshadowed the game. Pedro, a £55 million summer signing from Brighton, continued his hot streak by heading home on the stroke of half-time, netting his fifth goal in just five starts across all competitions. Enzo Fernandez later added a second from the penalty spot, sealing a much-needed win for Mauricio Pochettino’s side ahead of the international break. But it was referee Robert Jones and VAR official Michael Salisbury who dominated the…
Newcastle United have broken their transfer record with the signing of German striker Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart in a deal worth up to £69 million. Nick Woltemade, 23, who stands at 6ft 6in (1.98m), has penned a six-year contract with the Magpies and will wear the number 27 shirt. Woltemade’s arrival surpasses the £63m Newcastle paid for Alexander Isak back in 2022, making Woltemade the most expensive player in the club’s history. Although the striker won’t be registered in time to feature against Leeds United on Saturday, expectations are high for him to make an immediate impact, especially with Isak’s…
