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Lots of Everton fans have been left slamming some quotes which have emerged from Bill Kenwright.

As per The Athletic, the chairman at Goodison Park was particularly vocal during the Premier League meeting about the proposed European Super League (ESL), in which all clubs from the top flight apart from the six involved (Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur) attended.

Kenwright allegedly quoted William Shakespeare at one point and claimed later in the meeting that ‘we’re all in the Twilight Zone now’.

The quotes have left several supporters of the Merseyside club embarrassed, and it is not the first time that he has come under fire from sections of the Toffees support.

After the disappointing 1-0 loss at home to West Ham United in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon, these were comments that Blues probably did not want to read from their chairman.

Everton fans on Kenwright quotes

These EFC fans slammed the quotes as they were shared on Twitter, with one Evertonian even going as far as to claim that this is ’embarrassing’:

“He’s fully lost the plot”

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“He has lost the plot he has”

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“Embarrassing”

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“Call it a day Bill man”

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“Of course he did. Clown.”

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“This man is an utter embarrassment get out of the club”

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In other news, find out what contract news has Toffees talking here!

Jack Harrison could be left out of Leeds United’s starting XI to face Wolves on Saturday, according to former Sunderland striker Kevin Phillips.

The Lowdown: Leeds host Wolves

The Whites are back in Premier League action this afternoon, as they look to finally kick their 2021/22 season into gear.

Last Saturday’s 1-0 defeat at Southampton was the latest disappointing showing in a string of worrying results, which have them languishing in 17th place in the table.

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The Latest: Harrison tipped to be left out

A win is much-needed against a Wolves side who have won their last three league matches and it will be interesting to see how Marcelo Bielsa’s starting lineup looks.

Speaking to Football Insider, Phillips , 48, claimed Harrison could be the man to make way, allowing Raphinha and Dan James to start out wide, even though he didn’t rule out the prospect of all three starting:

“It wouldn’t surprise me if Bielsa played all three [Raphinha, James and Harrison] to go all-out to win the match. But if someone were to make way, it would have to be Harrison.

“With James coming in for big money, you’d like to think he will start. Raphinha will play, he’s one of their best players.

“I would have thought it will be a straight swap for Harrison.”

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The Verdict: Right decision?

Harrison hasn’t made a big enough impact yet this season, failing to score or register an assist in six league appearances to date.

For that reason, Bielsa leaving him out would feel justified, allowing Raphinha and James to prove their worth and show that they should be the first-choice wide pairing moving forward.

Given the former’s brilliance, both for Leeds and Brazil, and the latter’s big-money move from Manchester United in the summer, it certainly feels like that could be the case moving forward.

In other news, a worrying update regarding Bielsa’s Leeds future has emerged. Read more here.

Leeds United transfer target Nahitan Nandez has been linked with a move to Atalanta, with reliable journalist Fabrizio Romano providing the update.

The Lowdown: Nandez linked with Leeds move

The Whites have seemingly been doing their utmost to sign Nandez this summer, with endless reports claiming that he could move to Elland Road.

The Uruguay international has stayed put at Cagliari for the time being, although it looks as though he will move on before the transfer window closes.

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The Latest: Atalanta emerge as suitors

Taking to Twitter to provide an update on the situation, Romano claimed that Atalanta could now acquire Nandez’s signature, buying him in a swap deal with Sam Lammers.

The journalist posted:

“Atalanta are in talks with Cagliari for potential swap deal: Nahitan Nández to Atalanta, Sam Lammers to Cagliari. Both clubs are considering this chance.

“Tottenham are out of the race for Nández – still working to complete Pape Sarr deal in the next hours/days.”

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The Verdict: Increasingly unlikely

With each passing day, it looks increasingly unlikely that Nandez will become a Leeds player, which is an undoubted blow for Marcelo Bielsa.

The 25-year-old, who earns £42,000 per week at Cagliari, would be a perfect signing in the middle of the park, complementing Kalvin Phillips and making the Whites a more formidable outfit. A total of eight yellow cards and one red in Serie A last season outline his tenacious style, but he is also a talented footballer, averaging one key pass and 1.2 dribbles per game.

Alas, after unsuccessfully courting him for several weeks and with a Champions League club like Atalanta in talks with the Uruguayan, it’s hard to envisage Leeds winning his particular transfer battle.

In other news, Leeds ‘ hopes of signing one Premier League player have suffered a blow. Find out who it is here.

Many Everton fans have been left fuming over a transfer revelation involving Tino Livramento and Denzel Dumfries.

As per The Athletic, both Rafa Benitez and Marcel Brands found it difficult to agree over transfer targets, with the recruitment team suggesting that they should sign Denzel Dumfries and Tino Livramento.

However, Benitez wanted to bring in a more experienced option at right-back, so ended up not signing one at all.

Dumfries is pretty experienced at 25 years of age though, and the fact that Seamus Coleman is 33 suggests that they should have signed someone much younger.

Nonetheless, both Dumfries and Livramento would have offered the Goodison Park faithful much more of an attacking threat than the Republic of Ireland international, given that they have more recorded goals and assists, and have averaged more shots and key passes and a higher pass success rate so far this season (WhoScored).

Everton fans on transfer revelation

These supporters of the Merseyside club fumed as the transfer revelation was shared on Twitter, with one Toffee even going as far as to claim that it was ’embarrassing’:

“Absolute embarrassment of a manager.”

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“We’re in trouble”

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“Rafa Benitez wanted to bring in a more experienced option, so decided not to bring in a right-back at all. Benitez out.”

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“Livramento…well that’s my day ruined”

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“We are a laughing stock”

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“Embarrassing, the FA Youth Cup game vs Chelsea was enough to show Livramento could make it at the top”

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

David Norris believes Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa has missed a trick by splashing out on another inexperienced goalkeeper rather than targeting Joe Hart.

Bielsa has added competition for first-choice shot-stopper Illan Meslier by signing Kristoffer Klaesson from Norwegian side Valerenga.

The move came after Kiko Casilla, who was previously 21-year-old Meslier’s understudy, completed a season-long loan switch to Spanish outfit Elche last month.

However, with Klaesson being a year younger than Meslier, former Leeds midfielder Norris feels the Yorkshire side should have plumped for a more experienced goalkeeper who was available.

Hart, who boasts 75 England caps, was deemed surplus to requirements at Tottenham Hotspur after the loan arrival of Atalanta’s Pierluigi Gollini.

While Leeds headed to Norway to secure Klaesson’s services, Scottish Premiership giants Celtic pounced on Hart’s situation and confirmed the ex-Manchester City goalkeeper’s acquisition earlier this week.

Norris thinks Bielsa missed a glorious opportunity to add a Premier League champion to his ranks.

He exclusively told Football FanCast: “I think that he would have been perfect. He’s a good goalkeeper and had a great career.

“He wouldn’t have been desperate to play because he probably knows he’s on the way down but he has so much experience, is in good shape and is a good pro. I think that would have been a great signing.”

Aston Villa are unaware of transfer interest in captain Jack Grealish amid rumours linking him with Manchester City, according to Birmingham Live.

The Villains have no plans to sell the 25-year-old, who is currently on international duty with England. Instead, the Midlands outfit have chosen to strengthen their ranks by acquiring Emiliano Buendia and Ashley Young in the hope they can mount a European charge in 2021/22 [Birmingham Live].

Grealish was a standout performer for Dean Smith’s side in 2020/21, registering 19 goal contributions in 27 fixtures, with seven goals and 12 assists [Transfermarkt]. Earning deserved adulation, the playmaker was nominated for the Premier League Player of the Season award earlier this month [avfc.co.uk].

With this report indicating that he is likely to stay at Villa Park for the foreseeable future, no wonder loads of Aston Villa supporters took to Twitter to express their delight at this latest development.

Aston Villa fans react:

Replying to journalist Ashley Preece’s Twitter account as he shared the article via social media, here is what some Villa fans had to make of this update on Grealish’s future:

“Love to see it”

Credit: @av_reece”Phew!!!! #jackgrealish”Credit: @LilleyCashAVFC”You love to see it”Credit: @Big__Alf”Told you. Nothing to worry about.”Credit: @VillaVisionBen”Top man.”Credit: @JonBeeAVFC”All that matters is JG is here to stay.”Credit: @AVFCTheReligionIn other news, Aston Villa are keen on an international midfielder.

Dominic McKay’s departure from Celtic could be a ‘catalyst’ for ‘significant boardroom change’, Alison McConnell reports. 

The lowdown

McKay had been Chief Executive for less than three months when his exit was announced on Friday.

He officially left his post for ‘personal reasons’, but it’s been suggested that he made an ‘inauspicious impression’ in the early weeks of his role.

Club officials apparently came to view him as an ‘imperfect fit’ and decided that a parting of ways would be ‘best for all parties’.

McKay oversaw the addition of 12 new players during the summer transfer window, with Celtic spending a total of £20.05million.

They still managed to turn a healthy profit, having sold Odsonne Edouard and Kristoffer Ajer to Premier League sides Crystal Palace and Brentford respectively.

The latest

The expectation is that McKay’s exit will ‘spark [a] boardroom revolution’ at the club, according to a tweet shared by McConnell.

Now that the transfer window is shut, further hierarchical changes are thought to be ‘inevitable’.

The verdict

The worry for Celtic fans will be that all this change off the field will inevitably affect results on it.

Ange Postecoglou has made a promising start at Parkhead, but there are few clubs who thrive without stability – just look at Newcastle’s performances in the Premier League after their takeover fell through.

Clearly, it’s crucial that Celtic recruit a replacement who not only has the aptitude, but also the temperament for the role, working well with Postecoglou while not upsetting the apple cart in the boardroom.

In other news, Celtic have been linked with this Championship ace. 

According to a report by West Ham United insider Claret & Hugh, defender Vladimir Coufal is ‘set to receive a major wage hike’ with talks continuing over a new deal.

The Lowdown: West Ham eye new Coufal contract…

Sky Sports back West Ham’s desire to tie down the Czech Republic star with new and improved terms in east London, but they also claim there has been frustration in the process.

This comes after his phenomenal debut season at the London Stadium, where he shined alongside compatriot Tomas Soucek – with both men quickly becoming Hammers fan favourites.

Indeed, they even made the joint-most tackles for West Ham per game in the Premier League last season (2.1, WhoScored).

The Latest: Coufal set for bumper wage increase…

As per C&H, receiving information from their inside sources, negotiations are ongoing over a new deal for Coufal and it is believed that the player is set for a major salary boost.

Indeed, Coufal is apparently in line for a bumper new contract despite some fears within the club that Kurt Zouma’s wages could cause a degree of unrest.

This apparently couldn’t be further from the truth and the Czech international is set for a big salary offer.

The Verdict: Get it done…

We believe tying down Coufal should certainly be at the forefront of West Ham’s agenda considering his brilliant performances last season and praise from club legends.

Mark Noble is one Hammers icon who certainly rates the international, explaining how he has been ‘unbelievable’ since arriving at the club (That Peter Crouch Podcast via football.london).

Noble branded Coufal a ‘machine’ in particular (That Peter Crouch Podcast via football.london).

It is arguably imperative that West Ham keep him at the club for as long as possible based on his performances.

In other news: ‘Yayyyy’, ‘Ooooo’, ‘Actually mental’…West Ham fans erupt over this ‘fantastic news’, find out more here.

‘There is a deal to be done’ for Newcastle midfielder Joe Willock, sources in North London have told Chronicle Live journalist Mark Douglas.

The lowdown

The 21-year-old moved to St James’ Park on loan at the start of February and enjoyed an immensely successful spell. He netted in the last seven Premier League games, matching the club-record streak set by Alan Shearer.

The Arsenal midfielder’s contributions were vital in pushing Newcastle up to 12th in the final standings and, despite only spending half the season on Tyneside, he wound up as the club’s second top-scorer for the campaign behind Callum Wilson.

The latest

Douglas has reported that Newcastle have ‘registered their interest’ in signing Willock permanently. Arsenal are said to be ‘assessing their options’ at present, and their decision could depend on whether they can secure their ‘priority targets’.

Newcastle may need to fork out £30m to persuade Arsenal to part with the midfielder, which would make him their second-most expensive signing behind Joelinton.

The player himself is apparently ‘open to a return’ and may receive encouragement from his family, as his father Charles was ‘particularly impressed’ by Newcastle’s handling of the 21-year-old.

The verdict

Unfortunately it’s difficult to see Newcastle shelling out £30m, especially with reports that Steve Bruce’s budget may be 40% or less of that figure, and even a reduction in Arsenal’s demands when they bolster their midfield ranks may not suffice.

The Magpies should probably pursue a second season-long loan deal and then launch a permanent move next summer, when the strains on the market will hopefully have eased.

They could also have new owners by then, of course, depending on the outcome of the ongoing takeover saga.

In other news, Newcastle have identified another transfer target.

Sheffield Wednesday have been boosted by the news that key pair George Byers and Liam Palmer should be fit for the crucial clash with Fleetwood Town.

The Lowdown: Huge game for Owls

The Owls were beaten 1-0 away to Wycombe Wanderers on Saturday afternoon, in what was a damaging defeat in the League One promotion battle.

The loss leaves Darren Moore’s side in seventh place and outside the playoff places ahead of Tuesday evening’s massive trip to struggling Fleetwood.

Wednesday had to make do without both Byers and Palmer for the Wycombe game – they didn’t come off the substitutes’ bench – with the pair key players this season, having started a combined 54 league matches.

The Latest: Key duo return

Speaking to the media on Saturday [via Football League World], however, Moore confirmed that he expects the duo to return to the fold at Fleetwood, having rested them at Adams Park:

“It has been a big week. The likes of George and Liam Palmer have played twice this week and we decided to rotate. Now we get them back and ready for Tuesday.

“We have suffered a lot of injuries this season from over misuse and fatigue and tiredness from games. I was able to rejuggle the pack and get ready for Tuesday.”

The Verdict: Massive boost for Wednesday

This is a huge boost for anyone of an Owls persuasion, given the enormity of Tuesday’s potentially make-or-break trip to Highbury.

Victory there would leave playoff destiny in Wednesday’s hands, taking them above Plymouth Argyle and Wycombe, and possibly Sunderland, too, if they don’t win at home to Rotherham on Tuesday.

Both Byers and Palmer would surely both be in Moore’s strongest possible XI and them being back in the team enhances the Owls’ hopes of securing a top-six place, ahead of the final game against Portsmouth at Hillsborough next weekend.

Byers has brought quality and poise to Wednesday’s midfield, scoring five league goals, while Palmer is a model of consistency, having now made 342 appearances for the club.