Leeds United have endured a miserable season filled with brief moments of hope marred by the inevitable despair that follows. Their clash with West Ham United yesterday only served to emphasise this further, as they took the lead at the London Stadium only to eventually lose 3-1.

This sets up a must-win clash with Tottenham Hotspur on the final day of the Premier League season, with the Whites still reliant on Everton dropping points too.

Sam Allardyce seems set to fail in his quest to secure safety for just the second time in his career, with this opportunity at Elland Road proving a step too far. However, he still boasts one final game with which he can still leave his mark.

Regardless of results around the ground, and their thankless pursuit of a three-goal victory over Spurs, the experienced manager will likely make wholesale changes after what was a weak showing on the road when he needed his team to shine.

Whether they perform their miracle and achieve survival, this is a squad that needs gutting if they are to stride into a brighter future. The younger assets may well need time, but the older members have little excuse.

One such example who should have played his last game in a Leeds shirt is Adam Forshaw, who disappointed against the Hammers and has a £20k-per-week deal set to expire this summer.

How did Adam Forshaw play vs West Ham?

Having been a preferred option in Allardyce's midfield since his appointment, the 31-year-old has only mustered a 6.57 average rating throughout his 11 league appearances.

In what was arguably the most important of them all, the former Toffees academy graduate wilted more than most, despite being the joint-third-oldest of the starting visitors.

To showcase just how anonymous the midfielder was, his 36 touches were even bettered by his goalkeeper Joel Robles (41), which resulted in a truly uninspiring showing.

The often-workmanlike ace was creatively absent and defensively work-shy, culminating in just two duels won despite having competed in six. His subsequent two tackles were further marred by the fact he was dribbled past once too, as Lucas Paqueta ran the show, via Sofascore.

As his opposite number and the creative leader of the hosts, the Brazilian was allowed 106 touches of the ball as he made three key passes, including a fine run and assist for their third. Meanwhile, Forshaw was nowhere to be seen.

The ageing stalwart has seldom been an asset to the Yorkshire outfit in recent years, with his injury record almost as bad as his recent form. Medical expert Ben Dinnery even suggested the midfielder's consistent ailments should be a "red flag" for the Whites earlier in 2023.

Whether on the pitch or having been forced off it, Forshaw has little left to offer this club. Allardyce must banish him from their all-important final game, and Andrea Radrizzani must ensure yesterday was his final appearance in the famous Leeds strip upon the expiry of that contract.

Zimbabwe squad for NZ Tests

Graeme Cremer (capt), Sikandar Raza, Regis Chakabva, Brian Chari, Tendai Chatara, Chamu Chibhabha, Craig Ervine, Hamilton Masakadza, Prince Masvaure, Tino Mawoyo, Peter Moor, Richmond Mutumbami, Taurai Muzarabani, Njabulo Ncube, Donald Tiripano, Sean Williams
In: Graeme Cremer, Prince Masvaure, Tino Mawoyo, Peter Moor, Taurai Muzarabani, Njabulo Ncube, Donald Tiripano, Sean Williams
Out: Brendan Taylor, Elton Chigumbura, Tafadzwa Kamungozi, Shingi Masakadza, Wellington Masakadza, Natsai M’shangwe, John Nyumbu, Tinashe Panyangara, Vusi Sibanda, Malcolm Waller

Legspinner Graeme Cremer, who led Zimbabwe in the limited-overs series against India in June, has been named captain for the upcoming two-Test home series against New Zealand. Uncapped batsman Prince Masvaure features in the 16-man squad. Opener Vusi Sibanda has been dropped, while a back injury has ruled out fast bowler Tinashe Panyangara.Masvaure had been in form for Zimbabwe A in the recently concluded unofficial Tests against South Africa A, scoring 277 runs from four innings at 92.33, including a century and a half-century.The squad includes allrounder Chamu Chibhabha, who has played 96 ODIs but is yet to make his Test debut. Two others who have debuted in ODIs but are yet to play Test cricket feature in the squad: opener Peter Moor and fast bowler Taurai Muzarabani.Returning to the squad are batsmen Tino Mawoyo – who last played a Test in 2013, and any international cricket in 2014 – and Sean Williams, and fast bowlers Njabulo Ncube and Donald Tiripano. Either Ncube – who played his only Test so far in November 2011 – or Tiripano is likely to open the bowling with Tendai Chatara.Zimbabwe’s previous Test assignment was 20 months ago, in Bangladesh, when former captain Brendan Taylor was still part of the set-up; Cremer was not part of that squad.Several players miss out from the squad that played in Bangladesh, including long-time limited-overs captain Elton Chigumbura (who had stepped down from the role in January this year) and the two younger Masakadza brothers: Shingi and Wellington. Zimbabwe had lost that series 3-0. Their last Test at home was in August 2014, a one-off game against South Africa, which the visitors won by nine wickets.Zimbabwe’s series against New Zealand begins on July 28, in Bulawayo.

Aston Villa will head to Merseyside this afternoon for their penultimate Premier League clash with Liverpool and Unai Emery will be hoping his team can take some important points from the outing.

The Villans are in the chase for a spot in European football next season and are currently eighth in the league table, matching points with Tottenham Hotspur, so taking a result away from Anfield will be crucial to stay in contention.

There is no denying that Emery has done a phenomenal job since making the move to Villa Park last October, and the Spanish manager could now achieve something that was completely unthinkable just six months ago by leading the club to European football for the first time since 2010.

Indeed, it will be no easy task for the Villans when they step out against Jurgen Klopp's side today as the Reds are trying to do everything in their power to keep themselves in the conversation for Champions League football.

Therefore, Emery could look to make some tactical tweaks to stump their opponents and ensure that they can stay in the game as long as possible – and Emiliano Buendia could be the player who doesn't quite make the cut as a result.

Will Emery drop Buendia vs Liverpool?

The return of Boubacar Kamara has been highly anticipated for the Midlands club after suffering an ankle injury that put an abrupt stop to his excellent partnership with Douglas Luiz in midfield.

However, the clash with Liverpool could be the perfect opportunity for the Frenchman to reprise his role to bolster the huge presence needed in the centre of the pitch alongside Luiz, Jacob Ramsey and John McGinn, a setup that could see Emery sacrifice an attacking player.

Ollie Watkins is likely to remain the focal point in the centre-forward position as his 11 goals scored since the turn of the year have been integral to Villa's rapid climb up the league table, whilst retaining Leon Bailey in the final third would be advantageous in counter-attacking opportunities due to his undeniable pace.

This means that the most likely solution would be to drop Buendia from the starting XI and instead utilise him as an impact substitute should the game not be going in Villa's way during the second half.

The talented £75k-per-week winger – dubbed a "little warrior" by former manager Steven Gerrard – has been involved in every single league game this season so far. However, with Liverpool on an incredible nine-game unbeaten run and fully focused on taking all three points in their last home fixture, a more defensive approach may be wise for Villa.

With that being said, it will be interesting to see how Emery sets up his team against their relentless opponents this afternoon as it could be the difference in securing a spot in Europe next season.

Tom Latham scored a second successive century in this series as New Zealand built the foundations of an imposing first-innings total against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo

The Report by Firdose Moonda in Bulawayo06-Aug-2016
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Latham’s fourth century in 13 away Tests

Tom Latham scored a second successive century in this series as New Zealand built the foundations of an imposing first-innings total on a flat track. Latham formed the spine of two tall stands, 169 with Martin Guptill for the first wicket and 160 with Kane Williamson for the second and wore down a Zimbabwe side that appeared out of ideas on a long first day in Bulawayo.Despite adding a second specialist spinner, John Nyumbu, to their XI, Zimbabwe did not look likely to take any more than the six wickets they managed in the first match. They lacked discipline, penetration and assistance from the surface or the outfield, which has got quicker in the past week. What they had a surplus of was options but Graeme Cremer chose to stick with a five-man attack for most of the day. He left Prince Masvaure unused while only turning to Sean Williams and Sikandar Raza at the end of the day.Perhaps Cremer wanted to spare the part-timers the toil of being taken on by a New Zealand top three who offered only three chances all day. Guptill, shortly after he reached his half-century in the second session, lashed at width from Cremer and got a thick edge but debutant wicketkeeper Peter Moor could not hold on. The only other opportunity Guptill gave was taken when Donald Tiripano beat his inside edge and trapped him lbw 13 short of a century. Zimbabwe had to wait until the final over before they took another wicket, Latham finally losing concentration for 136.Much like his hundred in the first Test, Latham was extremely patient. He may have enjoyed better batting conditions though with the Queens Sports Club not offering the same turn as it had a week ago. The cover drive was his most successful scoring shot.At the other end, Williamson collected runs at will in his 50th Test, enough that even if he were dismissed before he reaches three-figures, his average would stay above 50.New Zealand began dictating proceedings from the opening three overs when Zimbabwe’s frontline quicks failed to threaten them at all. Tiripano and Michael Chinouya provided freebies and the score raced to 27 before they reined it in. Tighter lines produced four consecutive maidens but the squeeze did not last. Zimbabwe only delivered eight more maiden overs for the rest of the day, which spoke to their inability to contain New Zealand.Gaps were pierced, strike was rotated and though it was only the first morning of a Test they had to win to level the series, Zimbabwe’s fielders appeared fatigued. Not even the introduction of spin in the 21st over, when captain Cremer brought himself on, had an impact on the scoring rate. Zimbabwe went to lunch wicketless, having conceded 101 runs.Both openers reached their fifties after the break but attention moved off the field and into the stand where the biggest crowd of the series was gearing up for a peaceful protest. In the 36th over, with the grandstand filled with Zimbabwe flags, the people stood to sing the national anthem and followed it with a chant of “Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe.” Had you not known of the call for action made earlier this week, you may have wondered why fans were cheering a team that had yet to take a wicket.Guptill was milking the spinners and hurtling towards a hundred when he was dismissed against the run of play. That was the 16th time, out of 19 fifty-plus scores, that Guptill was unable to convert to three figures.Latham continued, undisturbed by the loss of his opening partner. He took 31 balls to move from 67 to 80 but needed only 15 more to get to reach his fifth Test century. His acknowledgment of the landmark was austere – a simple raise of the bat and some handshakes – as was Wiliamson’s when he brought up fifty. New Zealand’s score had gone past 200 by tea.The pair got back to work after the break, taking runs at every opportunity, and they were given plenty. Cremer, who bore the bulk of the bowling load delivering 25 overs before making way for the part-timers, did not take the second new ball and allowed New Zealand to see out the day and Latham almost did. On the penultimate ball, he bunted a catch back to Williams. He left Williamson five runs away from a completing a full set of centuries against every Test nation.

Chelsea are intrigued by the opportunity of signing Bayern Munich star Sadio Mane.

Football Insider reported at the beginning of the month that with the Blues swiftly closing in on the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager, the Argentine had personally demanded that the Senegalese be signed in the upcoming window.

The report detailed that the Bavarian Giants were “open to selling” the 31-year-old, who only joined the German club last summer but has enjoyed a troubling period in his new surroundings. It is understood that the forward is valued at around £30m.

Pochettino has set his sights on a new goalkeeper, central midfielder, and striker if he inherits the Stamford Bridge helm, as Mane’s past deployment across the frontline, including as a false nine, makes him an attractive prospect for the former Tottenham Hotspur boss.

How would Sadio Mane fit in at Chelsea?

It has recently been revealed that Pochettino is looking to “add players with Premier League pedigree” – a trait Mane possesses in glorious abundance.

As such, the 95-cap international would undoubtedly be a dream first signing should he sign on the dotted line in the capital, particularly when you consider the gamut of attacking qualities he'd add to the Londoners.

He initially arrived in England at Southampton in 2014 and registered 39 goal contributions in 75 appearances before he caught the attention of Liverpool.

Mane and Merseyside was a match made in heaven, and he tremendously excelled up north. The attacker won six trophies, including a Premier League and a Champions League to write his name in club folklore.

Jurgen Klopp described the former Red Bull Salzburg man as “absolutely insane” and in a short period of time, he emerged as one of the club’s most reliable and productive players.

He finished his time at the Reds with 168 goals and assists across six seasons before embarking on a new challenge in Germany.

Although Mane has scored 12 times this term, he has struggled to adapt to his new team and this was underlined by a scuffle with Leroy San after their European defeat to Manchester City.

Appreciated and valued by Pochettino, who coached the £375k-per-week man for four months on the South Coast, he represents the perfect mixture of quality and experience. He could add some much-needed nous to a Chelsea team lacking leadership.

Kai Havertz is the Blues' top domestic scorer this season with just seven goals, and thus adding a dashingly good forward of Mane's ilk would be the perfect way to begin the Pochettino reign. Indeed, the winger has never finished an English top-flight campaign with less than ten strikes, suggesting he'd have an immediate impact.

The Premier League legend’s addition to the 2021 Champions League winners would no doubt be a huge boost.

Liverpool are understood to be monitoring the availability of Red Bull Leipzig’s Dani Olmo.

What’s the latest on Dani Olmo to Liverpool?

According to 90min, the Reds, alongside Arsenal and Newcastle United are “keeping tabs” on the 25-year-old.

Representatives from the Merseyside outfit were reportedly at the Allianz Arena to watch the Spaniard in his side’s resounding 3-1 victory.

As per previous reports, the Germans want to keep him at the club, but the forward’s current contract expires in 2024, so he’s been offered an ultimatum: either he renews or if he leaves this summer for a sum of around €30m (£26m).

After confirming the departures of Roberto Firmino, Naby Keita, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and James Milner, Olmo could be the first step of this rebuild to propel the Reds back into Champions League qualification next year.

How good is Dani Olmo?

The playmaker has made 29 appearances in all competitions this season and has recorded 14 goal involvements in an effervescent and productive campaign.

His profile is exactly what Liverpool have been missing in midfield – an intricate and technical influence that can link the defence and the offence.

The £70k-per-week star ranks within the top 24% in Europe’s top leagues among his positional peers for progressive passes per 90, successful take-ons per 90, and assists, according to FBref.

Those sorts of numbers see the Spaniard likened to James Maddison by the statistical website, a player who has also been linked with the Reds in previous months.

The Leicester ace has been a rare shining beacon in a desperately disappointing season for the Foxes, and like Olmo, is the link between defence and attack in his side, ranking in the highest 13% for shot-creating actions per 90 and progressive passes per 90.

Both the aforementioned players have a keen eye for defence-splitting passes, are competent dribblers, and are indispensable cogs in the creative flow of their respective sides.

However, perhaps even more impressively for Olmo, and why he is under consideration from Liverpool, is his frightening versatility that has seen him appear in central areas, as well as the right and left wing.

Julian Nagelsmann feels that the 30-cap international is an "outstanding footballer", adding: He has exceptional abilities and is very safe with the ball. When he gets put under pressure, he knows how to provoke a foul.”

This view was echoed by Pep Guardiola, who failed the former Barcelona starlet as "incredible."

As the race intensifies for Mason Mount, and with the Englishman reportedly favouring a move to Manchester United, Olmo represents a cheaper and more attainable alternative, with a magical skill set and the necessary experience to succeed.

Aston Villa are one of the few teams in the Premier League with something huge to play for on the final day as the opportunity to play European football next season hangs in the balance.

The Villans will host Brighton and Hove Albion at Villa Park this afternoon as the chase for the Europa Conference League spot in seventh remains tight between themselves, Tottenham Hotspur and Brentford.

To beat Brentford and Spurs to the final spot in European football it will be as simple as taking all three points from their final fixture and will have the advantage of being in front of their home support over their north London competitors who will travel to Elland Road, whilst the Bees will take on the Premier League champions Manchester City in their final fixture later today.

In terms of injuries, Philippe Coutinho and Jed Steer remain unavailable for selection, but the biggest blow for Emery has been Alex Moreno's hamstring injury that has needed surgery to repair, with the Villa boss confirming in his pre-match press conference this week that the talented left-back will now be out for the foreseeable future:

"We will be without Alex Moreno. He had surgery last week on his hamstring. We are going to follow it; he’s going to be out for two to three months, perhaps back early August, OK, so it’s two or three months."

As a result, it could be the perfect opportunity to unleash Ashley Young in the starting eleven this afternoon, as the Villa ace could be the perfect player to not only replace Moreno but also provide the passion needed to secure European football for the club.

Will Ashley Young start vs Brighton?

The 37-year-old defender has been a consistent and reliable player over the current Premier League campaign and has stepped up in the moments when he has been needed the most, with his display against Liverpool last weekend a testament to the important role he plays in the squad.

Over his 37-minute performance at Anfield, Young helped Villa stay in the game to ultimately earn a deserved point – making three clearances and winning 100% of his aerial duels, whilst also completing three interceptions and two tackles during his short stint on the pitch.

The £50k-per-week gem – hailed "outstanding" by former boss Steven Gerrard – has been solid defensively throughout his 29 league outings with eight of the club's 12 clean sheets being tallied up when Young has featured in the team.

Not only that, the former England international has been the second-highest rated defender in the squad for tackles completed (1.7) – as per WhoScored – with only Matty Cash completing more per appearance and positional competitor Lucas Digne tallying much fewer (1.1), which is a testament to Young's dominance in the back four.

With that being said, whilst Young is more commonly found in the right-back position it would be a no-brainer to start him on the left side where he has comfortably made five appearances and has scored one goal from this season so far, as he could be the key to making Villa's dreams of European football a reality at last.

Tom Fell kept Worcestershire in the game after they conceded a first-innings lead of 117 to Glamorgan at New Road

ECB Reporters Network14-Aug-2016
ScorecardTom Fell kept Worcestershire in the game•Getty ImagesTom Fell and Joe Clarke breathed life back into promotion-chasing Worcestershire’s victory hopes with an unbroken third wicket stand of 95 against Glamorgan on day two of the Specsavers County Championship clash at New Road.The pair joined forces at 55 for 2 with the home side still 62 runs in arrears after Glamorgan had extended their first innings from an overnight 118 for 5 to 280 all out. Glamorgan may be left to rue dropping Fell on two – a low chance spilled by keeper Mark Wallace off Graham Wagg.Fell went on to complete his second Championship 50 – from 101 deliveries with nine fours – since returning to the side after being given the all clear in his battle against cancer. By the close the 22-year-old was unbeaten on 65 and Clarke 32 with Worcestershire leading by 33.Glamorgan had resumed on 118 for 5 after 15 wickets had gone down on the opening day and a combination of Will Bragg and the lower order earned them a sizeable first innings advantage.Leach made an early breakthrough when Owen Morgan shouldered arms and had his stumps shattered.Bragg, who resumed on 75, moved to within two runs of his third Championship hundred of the season but then pushed forward to Ed Barnard and was bowled via the inside edge. He struck 16 fours in his 133 ball innings.Glamorgan were then still two runs in arrears but Wallace, who had opened in the previous seven Championship matches, effectively shepherded the last three wickets in adding 119 runs.Skipper Jacques Rudolph’s decision to return to the top of the order led to Wallace moving down to No 9 and he responded by making an unbeaten 67. He struck 10 fours and a six in his 78 ball knock and added 75 for the eighth wicket with Wagg.Leach struck twice in an over to remove Wagg and Michael Hogan before Barnard accounted for Lukas Carey. It completed a fourth five-wicket haul of the season for Leach who returned 5-106 from 22 overs to take his Championship tally to 45 for the campaign.Worcestershire needed a solid start to their reply but Brett D’Oliveira drove loosely at Wagg and was caught behind.Skipper Daryl Mitchell looked in good touch but after making 33 he pulled a short ball from Carey into the hands of Craig Meschede at mid wicket but then came the Fell-Clarke rescue act.

كشف إيهاب الكومي، عضو مجلس إدارة اتحاد الكرة، عن موعد رحيل البرتغالي روي فيتوريا المدير الفني السابق لمنتخب مصر، بعدما تم توجيه الشكر له، عقب توديع بطولة كأس أمم إفريقيا المقامة في كوت ديفوار.

وقال الكومي في تصريحات عبر قناة “صدى البلد”: “فيتوريا سيغادر مصر اليوم، وكل الشكر له على جهده المبذول في الفترة الماضية، على الرغم من الاخفاق والصدمة للجماهير المصرية بعد خروجنا من كأس أمم إفريقيا”.

وأضاف: “كان الاتجاه لدينا في بداية الأمر هو ضرورة اختيار مدير فني له باع في كرة القدم الإفريقية والمنتخبات وحقق نتائج على أرض الواقع سواء بصعوده إلى كأس العالم أو حصوله على كأس أمم إفريقيا، وفي حالة عدم التواصل مع مدير فني كبير بهذه المواصفات سنعتمد على مدير فني مصري، وكان الأسم الأقرب للمواصفات التي حددها اتحاد الكرة للمدير الفني لمنتخب مصر هو هيرفي رينارد”.

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وأوضح: “لم يكن هناك اتصال مباشر معه، البعض من خارج الاتحاد بدأ في الاتصال معه وقال إنه موافق على تدريب منتخب مصر، لكن هو لديه ارتباط مع الاتحاد الفرنسي وينتهي في شهر أغسطس المقبل، وبالتالي ممكن المساعدين له يتولوا تدريب المنتخب في مباراتي تصفيات كأس العالم شهر يونيو المقبل ثم يأتي هو بعد الأولمبياد”.

وتابع: “بناءًا عليه كان القرار من الاتحاد المصري وبالإجماع اختيار حسام حسن، لا يوجد أحد في المجلس اعترض على تعيين التوأم”.

وأفاد: “حسام وإبراهيم حسن تاريخ كبير سواء مع الأندية أو المنتخب، وهما قادرين على تحقيق نتائج مرضية جدًا، ومع المنتخب الأردني كان لهما تجربة أكثر من رائعة”.

وأردف: “بعد مفاضلة رأينا أن التوأم هما الأنسب لهذه المرحلة، اتحاد الكرة أعطى أريحية كاملة لحسام حسن في اختيار أي عنصر يضيفون للجهاز الفني، متأكدون أنه ستكون هناك طفرة كبيرة جدًا مع التوأم”.

واستطرد: “رغم خروجنا من كأس أمم إفريقيا وحالة الحزن، لكن هناك علامة مضيئة بتواجد مصري في كأس الأمم متمثلة في التحكيم المصري، رفعوا رأس مصر وأعادوا هيبة التحكيم المصري، ويجب أن أشكر اللجنة الحالية برئاسة بيريرا أو اللجان السابقة بقيادة عصام عبد الفتاح أو وجيه أحمد، كل ذلك كان لهم دور في أداء حكامنا المشرف في البطولة”.

وأكمل: “اتحاد الكرة المصري قرر إقامة حفل تكريم للحكام بعد عودتهم من كوت ديفوار”.

واستكمل: “الكاف رشح أمين عمر ومحمد معروف للتواجد في كأس العالم 2026”.

واختتم: “أنا علي تواصل مع رئيس لجنة الحكام بالكاف، وأبلغني أنه سعيد جدًا بالتحكيم المصري وأن التحكيم المصري شيء مشرف”.

Arsenal are expected to make a bid to sign West Ham United star Declan Rice at the end of the Premier League season, according to Dharmesh Sheth.

Who could join Arsenal this summer?

It’s been a whirlwind season for Gunners supporters, with their side narrowly missing out on a first domestic crown in nearly 20 years to champions Man City.

Arsenal were in pole position for much of the campaign, yet couldn’t quite usurp Pep Guardiola’s imperious blues who have just secured their fourth title in five years.

Injuries to the likes of William Saliba arguably hampered Arsenal’s form late in the campaign, with the north Londoners drawing many games in April, and it’s now back to the drawing board ahead of what will be an interesting season next year.

Transfer targets have already been identified by sporting director Edu and co, with Arsenal’s transfer chief recently admitting as much to ESPN (via 90min):

“Our planning has already been done, said Edu.”It has already reached the owners. Now, we’re taking things step by step. We’re focused on how we will finish the season, but we’ve put in the planning and I’m very excited.”

In terms of who could join the club this summer, reports widely indicate that Irons star Rice is a firm possibility, with the likes of Mason Mount and Ilkay Gundogan also linked.

Strengthening midfield appears to be a major priority for Mikel Arteta and Sky journalist Sheth has shared an update on their potential attempts to sign Rice in particular.

Taking to Twitter, he says Arsenal are expected to bid for the 24-year-old at the end of the season, coming amid internal talks over his signing.

Who is Declan Rice?

The England international, going by statistics this season, is certainly West Ham’s stand out player – having averaged a higher match rating per 90 than any of his teammates in the Premier League this season (WhoScored).

Members of the media have even called Rice “underrated” for his contributions at international level, with Italian reporter Angelo Mangiante saying as much and branding the midfielder a “useful” one for any team.

However, if Arsenal are to prise Rice away from the London Stadium, they could have to pay big, as Sky recently claimed West Ham could demand as much as £120 million.

It is perhaps imperative for the north Londoners to have alternatives in case theyr’e priced out of a move.