Author: Soccerhuz
The Los Angeles Lakers have been rumored to have interest in trading for Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins this summer. According to multiple reports, they have talked to the Heat about landing him, but apparently, the asking price has been too high for them. Wiggins could be the type of two-way wing who would elevate the Lakers into championship contention. He averaged 18.0 points a game and shot 37.4% from 3-point range this past season, and he was sent to the Heat by the Golden State Warriors in the February deal that shipped Jimmy Butler to Golden State. Perhaps Wiggins…
Kyrie Irving thrives on marathon challenges. On July 11 Irving launched a 24-hour multistream across Twitch and other platforms, promising surprise visitors and community giveaways. Only a few hours in, his phone rang and viewers sensed something big. Luka Doncic popped onto FaceTime, greeting his ex-backcourt partner with an energetic, “Streamer! Streamer!” Chat exploded. Calling from Europe, where the clock read 4 a.m., Doncic tried to hide his sleepy face from thousands of fans. Irving laughed, asked why his friend remained awake, then pressed for a promise. Doncic agreed to donate to whatever charity Irving highlighted before signing off for…
When Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic teamed up in Dallas, it felt like basketball magic waiting to happen until that shocking trade tore the dynamic duo apart. But just because they’re wearing different jerseys now doesn’t mean they’ve stopped being, well, Luka and Kyrie. The bond’s still there, and fans got a sweet reminder of that recently. While Irving was busy doing his thing on a livestream, an unexpected call from Doncic popped up, and let’s just say it brought back all sorts of warm, fuzzy memories for Mavericks fans who still daydream about what could’ve been. So there’s Irving,…
The Los Angeles Lakers are strategically positioning themselves for the 2025-26 season with Luka Dončić, aiming to secure his long-term commitment. As rumors swirl about LeBron James’s future, the franchise plans to prioritize Dončić by offering a significant contract extension. He is eligible for a 4-year deal worth up to $228 million after August 2, 2023, but he may consider a shorter, three-year contract valued at approximately $165 million to achieve greater flexibility in NBA free agency in the future. By the Numbers Luka Dončić could sign a 4-year extension for up to $228 million. A potential shorter, three-year deal…
Theo Hernandez’s goodbye message to AC Milan has caused a bit of a stir, and the management have been left ‘upset’ by it. This week, Theo’s Milan exit was confirmed, and after his stay at the club, a message was expected. Focusing on the nicities of his time with the Rossoneri was a given, however, there was always a risk of a bit more. This season has been difficult, yes. So, with the club going down a different direction, and reports showing confusion about his situation, the aftermath was difficult to predict. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the management have…
AC Milan are trying to close a deal for Guela Doue and they are readying a new improved bid to try and convince Strasbourg. Heading into 2025-26, Emerson Royal is believed to be on his way out, Kyle Walker has gone and there are doubts about Alex Jimenez and Alexis Saelemaekers being natural full-backs. Thus, there is the need for Milan to sign a new starter for the right side of the defence. One of the targets that has been repeatedly linked is Doue, who Milan actually faced as an opponent during the 2023-24 Europa League tie against Stade Rennais.…
A familiar feeling has descended at AC Milan, one whereby there are numerous obvious gaps in the squad to fill, but none are close to being resolved. The Milan leadership made the decision to entrust Igli Tare with the sporting director role, and naturally it was presumed that he would be the one calling the shots when it comes to the summer transfer window. While we have no doubt that Tare is operating and working on multiple different negotiating tables at once right at the very moment you are reading this, the lack of progress is there for all to…
Andrea Berta looks to be making fast progress on recruiting in key positions for Arsenal this summer. Arsenal have exploded into transfer window action in recent weeks with sporting director Andrea Berta living up to the hype that surrounded his move to London from Atletico Madrid last season. The Gunners have already confirmed a marquee central midfield signing with it seemingly just a matter of time before big money acquisitions up front and on the wing. Arsenal have also added strength in depth by poaching stars from Premier League rivals Chelsea and Brentford, as well as thinning out the squad…
Rodrygo has reportedly already made up his mind on which Premier League club he wants to join if he leaves Real Madrid this summer. Ever since former Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso replaced Carlo Ancelotti in the Real Madrid dugout, there have been major changes at the Spanish club. Just days after he was officially unveiled as the new Real Madrid boss, Alonso oversaw the signings of three new key players, Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold, Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen and River Plate youngster Franco Mastantuono. But incoming signings aren’t the only changes that Alonso is making to his squad ahead…
Viktor Gyokeres was due back at Sporting for pre-season on Friday after the club gave him permission to delay his return; Arsenal have been in talks with Sporting but have failed to come to an agreement on a £69m deal. Sporting president Frederico Varandas has confirmed that striker Viktor Gyokeres will face disciplinary proceedings at the club after failing to turn up to training on Saturday. Gyokeres was due back for pre-season training on July 12, after the club gave him permission to delay his return. Arsenal have been in talks to sign the 27-year-old, but have so far failed…