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      Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic LIVE RESULTS: Juggernaut in BLOODY clash as career HANGS IN BALANCE after yet another defeat

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      JOE JOYCE is now facing HUGE questions over his future after a crushing defeat to Filip Hrgovic in Manchester.The Juggernaut, 39, suffered a fourth loss in his last five fights with Hrgovic taking a unanimous decision.Late replacement Hrgovic looked good as he tries to get back into world title contention – but Joyce will now hear calls to retire given his age and recent record.On a stacked bill at the Co-Op Arena, David Adeleye won the British heavyweight title after a hugely controversial win over Jeamie TKV – with the ref seemingly grabbing TKV’s hand before Adeleye got the finish.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from the Co-Op Live Arena with our live blog below…Joyce not talking retirementJoe Joyce batted away the questions whether he will now call it a day after suffering his fourth loss in his last five fights.Asked if he would retire, Joyce said: “Are you not entertained? It was a good fight and it was tough.“He’s a great fighter, he’s been doing it a long time.”Credit: PACopy linkCopiedHow the fight endedHrgovic looked deflated And defeated by the start of round eight, after hitting Joyce with his best shots and not making a dent.Joyce was battered at the end of round eight but his freakishly tough skull helped him survive again.And the West Londoner was peppered again in the ninth, after his woeful coach insisted he “stop overthinking things”.The Englishman was smacked and slapped again in the final session, when it had already become hard to watch and only the visitor celebrated at the final bell.Copy linkCopiedRingside reportJoe Joyce is finished as a top-tier heavyweight after another punishing defeat to Filip Hrgovic, writes Wally Downes Jr.The 39-year-old Putney man is too tough and decent and brave to keep taking these beatings and is showing signs of decline which people around him must now address before it is too late.The judges called it: 97-93, 96-95 and 98-92, confirming the fourth loss in five bouts for Joyce, who needs firm but fair advice.Joyce was slow and hittable from the opening Manchester bell, getting tagged from the off.Hrgovic, 32, couldn’t miss with almost every punch he threw but it was the Croatian bookies’ favourite who was cut over his left eye.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoyce refuses to retireAsked if he will call it a day, Joyce says with a grin: “Are you not entertained? It was a good fight and it was tough. “He’s a great fighter, he’s been doing it a long time.”Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedHrgovic wants Dubois rematchHe roars: “This guy beat Dubois and i beat him so I want a rematch with Daniel Dubois. “I did really bad in my last fight but congrats to him and he did a great job in his last fight. Of course I want to rematch him one day.” Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHrgovic wins!He says: “Thanks to Joe for this opportunity he took the fight on Short notice and thanks to him.”Thanks to my team, Abel Sanchez, Keith Connolly to Queensberry Promotions to DAZN.”I’m really happy to be back and looking forward to big fights in the future.” Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs HrgovicJudges score the bout 97-93, 96-95 and 98-92 to your winner by unanimous decision… Filip Hrgovic!His accurate right hands were enough to see him take the decision over ten tough rounds. Copy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R10 Crisp counter left hook lands for Hrgovic as he backs into the ropes – Joyce walked into that one. Hrgovic lands with two as Joyce lands the one – tired work but they’re giving it all they’ve got. The two trade blow for blow for the final 30 seconds – leaving it all in the ring to mark 10 punishing rounds as we go to the judges scorecards. Credit: PACopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R9Clubbing left body shot sinks into Hrgovic’s midriff. Hrgovic lets his hands go and has Joyce retreating backwards and he follows it up with another load of heavy shots. Another huge right rocks Joyce and his knees buckle – but the brave Brit rides it out and makes it to the corner. Tenth and final round coming up.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R8 Joyce plugging away coming forward, but Hrgovic is still landing right hands and fast combinations. The left hook has been Joyce’s big weapon the last few rounds and he lands it a couple of times as Hrgovic retreats. Fitness does seem to favour Joyce for the moment but Hrgovic ends the round with a big left hook.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R7 Lovely jabs from Joyce to the body, looks to be slowing Hrgovic down. Left hook shakes Joyce but he recovers well after looking unsteady on his legs. Hrgovic by far the more accurate puncher of the two – ending the round with a string of sharp right hands. Boxing – Joe Joyce v Filip Hrgovic – Co-Op Live Arena, Manchester, Britain – April 5, 2025 Filip Hrgovic in action during his fight against Joe Joyce Action Images via Reuters/Ed SykesCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R6 Slugfest with the two trading blow for blow. Hrgovic really accurate with the right hand but he’s taking his foot off the gas as he tires. Joyce has consistently walked forward but he’s shipping punishment doing so. Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R5 Right hand from Hrgovic rocks Joyce’s head back but the Croatian is forced back onto the ropes. Two chopping right hands stop Joyce in his tracks after a period of being on the front foot.Hrgovic forced back to the ropes again as Joyce pins him back with the right hand. Credit: PACopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R4 Hrgovic scores with a couple of right hands but Joyce responds by coming forward. Two massive left hooks rocket off Joyce’s chin – huge shot by Hrgovic. Joyce pins Hrgovic in the corner to end the round and they swing it out – it’s carnage! Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R3 Joyce comes forward, clubbing right hands into Hrgovic’s guard. But Hrgovic fires back with a right of his own although he’s looking the more tired of the pair. Right hand followed by a left hook to the body for Hrgovic – now Joyce comes forward swinging but nothing finding the target. Massive right over the top wobbles Hrgovic and the two swing it out in the corner. Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R2 Hrgovic chases Joyce down the ring landing right hands – but it spurs Joyce to fire back.Blood seeps down the face of Hrgovic, who is trading right hands in the centre with Joyce – not the most textbook of boxing. Lazy looking right hook misses by a mile from Hrgovic – scrappy stuff but entertaining nonetheless. Credit: PACopy linkCopiedJoyce vs Hrgovic – R1 Hrgovic finds home with some right hands over the top. But a clash of heads leaves the Croatian cut above the left eye, early drama! Joyce on the back foot from the start and he’s taken some big right hands already – fast start from Hrgovic. Copy linkCopiedHere comes the Juggernaut! Joyce comes out in his trademark juggernaut hat! He MUST win tonight – or it could be his final fight. All the play for in Manchester. Copy linkCopiedActually, not quite Firstly, Fabio Wardley is facing off with Jarrell Miller ahead of their June 7 WBA ‘interim’ heavyweight title fight. It marks a dream bout for Ipswich super-fan Wardley – staged at Portman Road. Miller deservedly gets booed by the British fans – amid his scandalous past of failed drug tests. Copy linkCopiedMain event up NEXT Joe Joyce puts his career on the line against Filip Hrgovic and it’s coming up next. Stay with us here for all the updates. Copy linkCopiedAdeleye vs TKVAsked if he will appeal the decision, TKV says: “We’ll see. We’ll keep working always.”And Adeleye says: “I don’t want Jeamie getting no hate from my fans.”Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedAdeleye vs TKVTKV’s team arguing that the referee should have intervened before Adeleye’s left hook that first dropped him. Ben Davison & Co are fuming. Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedAdeleye vs TKVDrama as Adeleye first dropped TKV after they came together and clinched – shock – but he landed a quick and smart left hook.TKV beat the count but was on the end of a barrage of shots from Adeleye and he hit the canvas again. Massive protests from TKV’s corner. Copy linkCopiedAdeleye vs TKV – R6 DOWN GOES TKV! Early in round, a short left hook after a coming together sees Adeleye land a big left hook.Here comes Adeleye with a barrage of shots and down goes TKV again! The fight is over!Copy linkCopiedAdeleye vs TKV – R5 Adeleye gets on the front foot and lands a decent right hand as TKV leans back on the ropes. More of the same as the two cannot stop clashing and coming together. TKV has found a home for his unorthodox jab. Credit: GettyCopy linkCopied More

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      Leicester consider Russell Martin to replace Ruud van Nistelrooy as manager but could face battle with Man City owners

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      RUSSELL MARTIN is emerging as a shock contender to lead Leicester back to the Premier League.Martin, 39, was axed by relegation rivals Southampton but his work in the Championship at Saints caught the Foxes’ eye.Russell Martin is emerging as a shock contender to lead Leicester back to the Premier LeagueCredit: GettyRuud van Nistelrooy is clinging to his job after a disastrous run since succeeding Steve Cooper in November and a decision is set for the end of the season.Leicester face Newcastle at home tomorrow having won just once in the Prem in 2025.The Dutchman, 48, is liked by Leicester’s hierarchy but some within the club are already looking at a change.Sean Dyche is a promotion specialist from his Burnley days and carries an obvious appeal. But Martin has significant support at the King Power.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSFoxes   were promoted playing a passing game under Enzo Maresca last season and they will look for a similar style and approach.Martin had his critics during his time at MK Dons, Swansea and Southampton because he refuses to change his ways. But that may be the attraction to Leicester, who have players who would excel down a level if they played a passing game.Martin has had other interest and is also being mentioned within the City Group as a coach for one of their clubs around the globe because of the way he plays.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCommenting on his future at Leicester, Van Nistelrooy said: “It needs to be sorted yesterday. I think it’s very important to be aligned on that with the club.“We have to find out over the coming weeks because, of course, coming in December and how the winter window went, taking it into the new season and the challenges we face, it’s very important for me to be aligned and what the possibilities are there.“That alignment has to take place.”Ruud van Nistelrooy is clinging to his jobCredit: Getty More

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      ‘The club has to move on’ – Pep Guardiola reveals he chose to axe Kevin De Bruyne with Man City star prepared to stay

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      PEP GUARDIOLA confirmed it was his decision to call time on Kevin De Bruyne’s Manchester City career.The Belgian announced on Friday he would leave the Etihad this summer after ten glittering years.Pep Guardiola has revealed he is the one who decided to end Kevin De Bruyne’s Man City careerCredit: PAThe Belgian will leave City on a free transfer when his contract expires this summerCredit: ReutersKDB, 33, was open-minded about extending his City stay — and may even have accepted a bit-part playing role as his family are settled in the area.Yet Guardiola had been concerned over his dip in form following injuries.Ahead of the Manchester derby on Sunday, boss Pep said: “Myself  and  the  club  had  to take a decision. It is not easy as he has been extraordinary.“Me, Txiki Begiristain and the club made the decision — and it is what it is.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDe Bruyne will be 34 this summer but is now clear of injury issues that dogged him in the last few seasons.Even so, offering anywhere close to the £375,000-a-week wages the attacking midfielder currently earns would have represented a big gamble by City.Guardiola added: “The club has to move forward, move on. To replicate his numbers is so difficult. To say bye to these players is so difficult“You can only be grateful. The club gave everything to him — and he gave everything to us.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS“I’m incredibly grateful and sad that it will be over in two months.“He’s the only player who has finished his contract. The rest are under contract but still there are many things the club and myself haven’t decided on.”Ex-Man City star Martin Demichelis explains showdown between himself and Spain ace Sergio Canales There will be question marks over several  stars as Guardiola plans a summer shake-up. John Stones, Nathan Ake and Manuel Akanji have all had injury-hit campaigns while skipper Kyle Walker left on loan in January.Bernardo Silva and keeper Ederson’s form has also dipped — meaning City are now scrambling to claim a Champions League place.They spent over £170million in January but are set to splash out more this summer.And finding a replacement for De Bruyne is a priority, with Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz, 21, their top target. More

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      WAG Taylor Ward ‘feels safer’ living in Saudi Arabia after quitting UK with ex-Man City star Riyad Mahrez

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      WAG Taylor Ward says she feels safer living in Saudi Arabia with husband Riyad Mahrez after escaping the threat of burglary gangs targeting Premier League stars’ homes.The reality star, 27, told The Sun on Sunday she “can now sleep at night” after making the move to Jeddah, where the ex-Manchester City star, 34, now plys his trade for Al-Ahli following his £30million switch from the Premier League champions.Taylor Ward says she feels safer in Saudi Arabia after moving abroad with footballer Riyad MahrezCredit: Amazon MGM StudiosTaylor says her house in Saudi Arabia is ten times bigger than her home in EnglandCredit: InstagramGangs have targeted several footballers’ multi million pound homes in what’s been dubbed the “Cheshire Golden Triangle” – comprising the prestigious towns of Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, and Prestbury.Some of those houses have been decked out by Taylor’s mum Dawn Ward, an interior designer to the stars, but now she feels secure in the Middle East, so much so she’s allowing her £850,000-a-week husband to splash out on expensive gifts.Taylor said: “I feel way safer in Saudi – I can actually sleep at night now.“My house in Saudi is ten times bigger than my house in England, and if I had to stay on my own somewhere, I would choose Saudi every day of the week.READ MORE TAYLOR WARD“I’ve never stayed on my own in England, ever. We live in an apartment. I’ve never stayed there by myself. I’m just really conscious.“There’s so many burglaries and bad things going on especially in Cheshire. It’s a massive problem.“Living abroad now is great because I don’t bring anything home. It’s not worth it because we’ve been burgled in the past and it puts you off having nice things.“I used to say to Riyad, ‘please don’t buy me a watch for my birthday, please don’t buy me these because I don’t want to be a target.’Most read in Football“Now that we live in Saudi, you actually get the opportunity to enjoy and wear nice things.”Manchester City winger Jack Grealish had his £5.6m house raided on Boxing Day, while he was playing, by a gang who fled with £1m worth of luxury goods including watches and jewellery.Glamorous Premier League Wags to star on new Prime Video reality TV show Married To The Game including Jorginho and Mahrez’s other halves His terrified girlfriend Sasha Attwood was inside the property when the raid took place.Former Liverpool stars Steven Gerrard and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, ex-Everton defender Phil Jagielka have also been previously targeted.Taylor, who shares a 20-month-old daughter with Mahrez and is stepmum to his other two daughters, is one of the five WAGS starring in Prime Video series Married to the Game, which follows the glamorous lives of partners of renowned footballers.The second series, which starts on Monday, sees Taylor joined by Cat Harding, fiancée of Arsenal star Jorginho, Gabrielle Figueiredo, the wife of his Gunners’ teammate Gabriel Magalhães, Chelsea WAG Claudia Rodríguez and boyfriend Marc Cucurella, plus Aston Villa star Leon Bailey and his girlfriend Stephanie Hope.In the debut series streamed last year, Taylor went viral after sobbing when five-times Premier League winner Mahrez told her they were moving to Saudi Arabia following his transfer from Manchester City.But having taken months to finally settle in the Middle East, Taylor now feels at home – although there are some stark differences, especially when it comes to the WAGS out there.She explained: “There’s no champagne. When we used to go to the Etihad it was like a day out and I had a really good relationship with them all at Man City.“We traveled so much, because they were in all the finals, like the Champions League and all that kind of stuff.“We did a lot of trips together and we had a really close bond, which is really nice.Read More on The Sun“That’s slightly different in Saudi. I don’t know the players and the partners as well.“People keep themselves to themselves more out here.”Taylor moved abroad to Saudi Arabia after Manchester City winger Mahrez was transferred to Al-AhliMahrez earns a staggering £850,000 per week at Al-Ahli after leaving Manchester CityCredit: Getty More

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      Illan Meslier’s Leeds career OVER as Whites consider two England goalkeepers in replacement transfer hunt

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      LEEDS are after a new No1 and will move out Illan Meslier — whether they go up or not.The Whites have decided they need a keeper and started to look at options.Leeds United are looking to part ways with goalkeeper Illan Meslier this summerCredit: PANewcastle’s Nick Pope is admired by promotion-chasing LeedsCredit: RexJames Trafford has been linked with Newcastle and LeedsCredit: RexMeslier – who is contracted until June 2026 – has made high-profile errors this season but is not short of admirers.Manchester United keeper scout Tony Coton is a fan of the 25-year-old and may push his case.Meslier was dropped for No 2 Karl Darlow for Saturday’s trip to Luton, which ended in a 1-1 draw at Kenilworth Road.The Championship promotion chasers went 1-0 down inside 15 minutes after Isaiah Jones’ back-post volley from five yards.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSDan James curled in a stunning equaliser less than 14 minutes later to earn a share of the spoils.The Frenchman’s error gifted Swansea a goal in last Saturday’s 2-2 draw.It was the latest in a series of costly mistakes and led to calls from fans and pundits for manager Daniel Farke to make a change.Farke then made the decision to drop Meslier, which he said was to protect the shot-stopper from further scrutiny.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe said: “I work with human beings. For Karl, he is buzzing. For Illan, it’s always a bit difficult to take.”I think, in general, with a goalkeeper, it’s important you don’t change game to game, even after a few mistakes.”Leeds manager Daniel Farke reveals the Sir Alex Ferguson trick he cannot copy And Burnley’s James Trafford is on a shortlist to replace Meslier at Elland Road, alongside Newcastle’s Nick Pope.Pope has made ten appearances for the Three Lions while Trafford was called up to Thomas Tuchel’s squad to face Albania and Latvia.But their chances of signing either goalkeeper will depend where clubs and players are in the summer.Indeed Newcastle themselves are reported to be keen on Trafford, which would put serious pressure on Pope.Meanwhile, Grady Diangana is putting a move to MLS on hold in the hope Leeds and Wolves firm up interest in him. The West Brom winger, 26, will be a free agent in the summer and  two American sides  are after him already.West Brom’s Grady Diangana is keen on a move to either Leeds or, controversially, the Baggies arch rivals WolvesCredit: Getty More

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      Trent Alexander-Arnold set to hire key Everton man ahead of transfer from Liverpool to Real Madrid

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      EVERTON loans manager James Vaughan is quitting his post — and may start to work for Trent Alexander-Arnold.The ex-Toffees striker, 36, is poised to move on and join Liverpool right-back Alexander-Arnold’s team of advisers ahead of his likely move to Real Madrid.Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to add James Vaughan to his team ahead of a Real Madrid switchCredit: GettyFormer Everton striker Vaughan currently works as their loans manager but is set to quitCredit: PA:Press AssociationVaughan came through the ranks at Everton and ended up scoring nine goals in 60 games.His career also took him to clubs including Norwich, Huddersfield and Wigan.But the ace now looks set to link up with Alexander-Arnold’s representatives.The England star is reportedly set to join Real Madrid on a free transfer when his Liverpool contract expires this summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt’s reckoned Alexander-Arnold has already agreed a five-year contract with the Spanish giants.And he will take home a tasty £240,000-a-week salary, working out at £13million a year.Alexander-Arnold could also pocket a lucrative signing-on fee.While he could even boost his pay packet with a series of performance-related bonuses.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe move will see Alexander-Arnold link up with pal Jude Bellingham, who fuelled rumours of Real Madrid’s free transfer approach earlier this season.While the Spaniards could yet target more Premier League signings in Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen and Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton.Steven Gerrard gives update on return to management after Liverpool legend left Al-Ettifaq Alexander-Arnold’s impending move means he is finally set to call time on his Liverpool career after 21 years.Fortunately for Liverpool, they already have a ready-made replacement in fellow Anfield academy star Conor Bradley.While the likes of Joe Gomez and Jarell Quansah can also fill in there. More

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      England football legend and wife plot move to relocate to Dubai as they eye properties and school for kids

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      FORMER England football star Rio Ferdinand and wife Kate are considering relocating to the Middle East, we can reveal.Rio, 46, and Kate, 33, are looking at big-money properties and schools for their younger children in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Bahrain.Kate is married to former Manchester United legend Rio FerdinandCredit: InstagramFriends say the entrepreneurial pair, who live in Bromley, South East London, are keen to find a home in the Gulf.A source said: “Rio and Kate are seriously considering being based out in the Gulf and are looking for a sprawling home with plenty of bedrooms. “They love the lifestyle and sunny ­weather and have lots of friends out there. It’s a very safe place for families and offers a healthy lifestyle, which suits them well.”The pair met in Dubai in 2016 after being introduced out there by mutual friends.READ MORE ON RIO FERDINANDRio proposed to Kate in Abu Dhabi two years later and the couple tied the knot one year on. He has five kids — Lorenz, 18, Tate, 15, and Tia, 12, with first wife Rebecca Ellison who died in 2015; and Cree, four, and Shae, 21 months, with Kate.The source said: “It holds a special place in their hearts as that’s where they met and both could easily travel back and forth for their work commitments in the UK.“As well as his sporting success Rio has a huge business portfolio now and there is lots of potential in the Middle East.”Most read in FootballInsiders at TNT Sports are concerned that pundit Rio, who also has homes in Portugal and Barbados, will leave at the end of the season.Rio Ferdinand fears that Man Utd might not win again in the Premier League this season The former Manchester United captain has worked for the broadcaster for more than a decade and is seen as integral to their coverage.His management firm New Era has signed a partnership with US talent agency WME.A spokesman for Rio and Kate declined to comment.The couple are looking at homes in the sunny GulfCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal line up ‘next Jamie Vardy’, 16, as Mikel Arteta’s striker transfer hunt takes shock turn

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      ARSENAL are ready to raid Blackburn for England youth striker Harvey Higgins.The Gunners have their sights on the 16-year-old hotshot — and hope to take him in the next few weeks.Arsenal are ready to raid Blackburn for England youth striker Harvey HigginsCredit: GettyStriker Higgins has been tipped to be a future starCredit: X/ academy_brfcMikel Arteta is looking for a new striker this summerCredit: AlamyRovers will only get compensation for their latest discovery, although that could come in at £1.5million.Higgins is already playing for the under-18s but his progress at England youth level has alerted Arsenal.There are hopes that he will follow in the footsteps of Adam Wharton and David Raya in starting their journeys to stardom at Ewood Park.Speak to people connected to the kid and there are early comparisons in the style of play to Jamie Vardy, Leicester’s irrepressible centre forward who is still going strong at 38.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWHiggins loves to chase a ball from over his shoulder and run on before unleashing his strength and finishing ability.The schoolboy has already trained with the Under-21s yet is still in his GCSE year at school.Several top clubs are also interested in the young striker, making competition for his signature intense.And his ability has not gone unnoticed with sponsors, earning him a contract with Puma.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTop sides in the Serie A are also tracking his progress — and may make a move.Arsenal also made an enquiry for Stoke City defender Jaden Dixon in the January window and they continue to monitor his progress.Arteta gives worrying Gabriel injury update as Arsenal sweat on four defenders ahead of Real Madrid clashRovers are also fighting to keep young defender Silver Eze with big clubs chasing the Italian youth cap.Blackburn only signed Eze, 16, from Accrington Stanley for £120,000 in November but could lose him before he starts a game for them. More