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   One Sunderland gem was surprisingly ‘solid’ vs Stoke City, Regis Le Bris has made him first-team ready Despite the result against Stoke City, Sunderland had one unexpected package that played well. At the Stadium of Light, Sunderland fell to Stoke City 2-1, their second defeat over the Potters in as many weeks. With Chris Rigg and Jobe Bellingham starting on the bench, the Black Cats didn’t quite use their first team, but they still had a number of seasoned players that fell short of expectations. In the FA Cup loss, Dan Neil didn’t quite look up to scratch, while…

Duo battle for ‘bargain’ Rangers man, Hearts hold talks, Celtic exit ‘reaches agreement’ – transfer news The transfer rumours are swirling around the Scottish Premiership, with Rangers, Celtic and more all included in this morning’s bulletin. Rangers warned against striker deal After Rangers’ lacklustre season, former striker Kris Boyd chastised the team’s players, saying “too many are in their comfort zone.” After his spectacular hat-trick in the 3-3 draw with Hibs over the weekend, the former Scotland international was asked by fellow Sky Sports pundits James McFadden and Chris Sutton if the team should try to sign hotshot forward Hamza…

Narcis Pelach sends message as he moves on after Stoke City sacking Stoke City parted company with Narcis Pelach in December after three wins in 19 but he is back in work at West Ham Narcis Pelach, who followed Graham Potter to West Ham United and joined the Irons’ new-look coaching staff, is “really grateful” for the opportunity. Following the home loss to Leeds United on Boxing Day, Pelach was fired as head coach of Stoke City. Only three months after Pelach had succeeded Steven Schumacher at the bet365 Stadium, the Potters made that decision, and they have since…

Which of Sunderland’s young starlets could take centre stage against Stoke City? Who could make a claim when we play the Potters in the FA Cup this week, with alterations most likely in the works for the Lads? Andrew Smithson says… I have to say that the way this game is being approached has really demoralised me. I know how important it is to put the league first, and it may seem outdated, but I would really like to see Sunderland try their hand at the FA Cup. Nevertheless, I usually like watching the U21s, and I believe that…

The Nottingham Forest players on notice as key transfer decisions on the cards Latest Nottingham Forest verdict as Reds face making some big decisions on players during January transfer window Nottingham Forest are expected to have a relatively quiet January transfer window but a few ins and outs could still be possible at the City Ground. As they aim to capitalise on their incredible first half of the season, the Reds understand how important it is to make any moves this month. Furthermore, that holds true for both prospective incomings and outgoings. A lot of effort was done in the…

Will the OG Bloodline Acknowledge Roman Reigns or Leave His Side? During the first Monday Night Raw show on Netflix, Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa engaged in the second-ever tribal fighting match, which Reigns has since won. Despite the new Bloodline’s meddling, Reigns defeated his cousin and won the ula fala and the title of the only legitimate tribe chief. The ula fala was personally placed back around Reigns’ neck by the Rock, a Samoan high chief and pillar of the Samoan lineage, after he won. Reigns is back on top, but what comes next? There are many unanswered uncertainties…

Jon Walters reveals why Stoke City cut Blackburn Rovers deal short Before this weekend’s FA Cup third-round matchup with Sunderland, Stoke City has brought up Lewis Baker from his loan at Blackburn Rovers, and Jonathan Walters has explained why. The midfielder has played 13 games in blue and white during the first half of the season, but he only started seven of them. The 29-year-old’s final game for Rovers, who are now in seventh place, just outside the play-off spots, was a 1-0 home loss to local rivals Burnley on Saturday. At the Stadium of Light, he will be available…

Celtic star in shock link, Rangers to battle for £9m star, Hearts man lifts lid on future – transfer news Hearts man lifts lid on future Hearts midfielder Jorge Grant, who returned to the starting lineup under head coach Neil Critchley, has spoken candidly about his future at Tynecastle. When his contract ended in the summer, the 29-year-old appeared destined to depart after struggling for consistent playing time at the beginning of the Scottish Premiership campaign. However, the Jambos have gone undefeated in three games since his return to the squad. Grant acknowledges he is unsure if he will still…

Stoke City’s staggering weekly loss since relegation as Coates’ investment goes unrewarded Football finance expert Kieran Maguire runs the rule over new accounts which shine a light on Stoke City’s finances According to a football financial specialist, Stoke City has lost an average of £676,000 every week since being relegated from the Premier League. Supporters find this performance in comparison to investment irritating, while outsiders find it perplexing. According to recent financial statements from the company’s previous owners, bet365, Stoke posted a loss of £30 million for the 12 months ending in March 2024. The Financial Fair Play calculations,…

Huddersfield Town must push to seal £2m Plymouth Argyle deal to help unlock promotion Huddersfield Town is in position to immediately return to the second division of English football following their relegation from the Championship at the conclusion of the 2023–24 season. Despite having several games left that could be crucial in reducing the gap on the automatic promotion spots, Michael Duff’s Terriers team is now in fourth place in League One. But whether or not they earn promotion depends on the January transfer window, and Duff may have a busy month at The John Smith’s Stadium as he attempts…