Author: Rashaad Harris

Manchester United have announced the signing of Danish striker Rasmus Højlund from Serie A side Atalanta. Højlund joined United after signing a deal that will run till 2028. “Rasmus Højlund has joined Manchester United on a contract running until June 2028, with the option of a further year, subject to international clearance,” United stated. “At the age of just 20, the striker has scored 27 goals in 87 club appearances, including 10 in Italy for Atalanta last season. Already a senior international, Højlund has scored six goals in his six appearances for Denmark.” Rasmus Højlund said: “It is no secret…

Manchester City have finalised the signing of Croatia defender Josko Gvardiol from RB Leipzig on a five-year deal.The 21-year-old completed his medical with City on Friday afternoon after the Premier League champions agreed a fee of 90million euros (£77.6m) with Leipzig.City announced on their official website: “Manchester City are delighted to confirm the signing of Josko Gvardiol from RB Leipzig on a five-year deal.“The 21-year-old becomes the second signing of the summer transfer window ahead of the 2023/24 campaign, following in the footsteps of fellow Croatian international Mateo Kovacic.”Gvardiol has spent the last two seasons at Leipzig, making 87 appearances…

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has expressed concern over the proposed departure of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), a British pharmaceutical giant, from Nigeria. Obi’s remarks come in response to GSK’s recent decision to cease operations and shift to a third-party direct distribution approach for its pharmaceutical products within the country. GSK, known for well-known products like Augmentin, Neosporin, Panadol, and others, disclosed its intention to withdraw prescription medicines and vaccines from Nigeria after operating there for 51 years. The company has assured its workforce of over 290 employees and shareholders that it will comply with…

President Bola Tinubu has announced that a comprehensive forensic audit of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is currently in progress. Additionally, Tinubu also said there are plans for a thorough overhaul of the civil service payroll, as revealed during a meeting with World Bank President Ajay Banga at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Friday.The President’s statement reads thus: “A comprehensive forensic audit is ongoing at the Central Bank. We are going to do a very serious structural review of the civil service payroll. I can’t believe in the numbers I’m seeing and I’ve had that experience before at…

Chelsea have completed the £25m signing of Spanish goalkeeper Robert Sanchez from Brighton & Hove Albion.The 25-year-old moves to Stamford Bridge on a seven-year deal.Sanchez made 23 league appearances for Brighton last season before losing his starting place to Jason Steele.”Robert is a good guy and a really good player, but being a coach sometimes means making difficult and painful decisions for the team,” Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi said.”I wish him good luck for the future.”Sanchez will compete with fellow Spaniard Kepa Arrizabalaga at Chelsea after Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy moved to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli in June.He…

Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum is banking on his side’s athleticism to overcome the Three Lionesses of England. Nigeria and England will clash in a Round of 16 fixture at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup at the Lang Park, Brisbane on Monday. England will head into the game as the overwhelming favourites but Waldrum reckoned his team’s speed and power will help them overpower the European champions.“The one difference between us and China is that they don’t have our speed and our strength,” the American told reporters. “China were organised, but England were too powerful and played around…

A Colombian man who cleans bathrooms at Inter Miami’s DRV PNK Stadium has revealed he has been fired for asking Lionel Messi for his signature.The incident reportedly took place on Wednesday, August 2, at Inter Miami’s Fort Lauderdale home. That night, the MLS club faced Orlando City in the last 32 of the Leagues Cup. Cristian Salamanca worked for a company that is contracted to clean venues for various sports and music events.Salamanca claims he was stationed near where the teams arrived at the stadium. Underneath his uniform, he was wearing an Argentina jersey and when Inter Miami pulled in,…

The Nigerian female football team have departed Softiel Hotel where they were during the group games at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.The Randy Waldrum led side have now lodged in Marriott Hotel in Brisbane ahead of their crucial round of 16 encounter with the Three Lionesses of England. The second round cracker between the Super Falcons and the Three Lionesses of England will take place on Monday, August 7 at Lang Park in Brisbane.The Super Falcons revealed the news on their official Twitter handle. “Goodbye Softiel! Our splendid stay came to an end at…

Chelsea have signed France international centre back Axel Disasi from Ligue 1 side AS Monaco on a six-year contract, the Premier League club announced on Friday.The 25-year-old, who will join the Stamford Bridge side in a deal worth a reported 45 million euros ($49.23 million), has won four caps for the national team and has made 130 appearances in the French top flight. “Axel has showcased his quality over several seasons in France and that has deservedly led to recognition on the international stage,” Chelsea co-sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley said.“He is ready to take the next step…

The Ondo State government has announced measures to alleviate the impact of the fuel subsidy removal, which has led to increased economic hardship for citizens. Wale Akinterinwa, the state Commissioner for Finance and chairman of the Palliative Strategy and Implementation Committee, shared the plans during a press briefing. From September to December 2023, free shuttle buses will be available for students, while public servants will have access to CNG buses. The government will also assist tertiary institution students involved in nano businesses on campus. Additionally, public servants will receive their 2020 leave bonus, and a social intervention scheme will provide…