أعلن الجهاز الفني لفريق كرة الطائرة للرجال بالنادي الأهلي، بقيادة المدرب الإسباني فيرناندو مونزو، عن القائمة النهائية التي ستمثل القلعة الحمراء في بطولة كأس العالم للأندية لكرة الطائرة.
ومن المقرر أن تستضيف البطولة دولة البرازيل خلال الفترة من 10 إلى 15 ديسمبر الجاري.
وتضم القائمة نخبة من أبرز لاعبي الفريق، حيث تم اختيارهم بعناية فائقة لتمثيل الأهلي في هذا المحفل الدولي الكبير. وسيقود البعثة مهند مجدي عضو مجلس إدارة النادي.
وأوقعت القرعة الأهلي في مجموعة صعبة تضم كلاً من بارايا البرازيلي مستضيف البطولة، ولوبي سيتيانوفا الإيطالي وصيف بطل أوروبا، وفولاد سيرجان الإيراني بطل آسيا.
سبق للأهلي أن شارك في مونديال الأندية ثلاث مرات من قبل، وكانت آخر مشاركة له في عام 2015. ويسعى الفريق في هذه النسخة لتحقيق نتائج إيجابية والتأكيد على مكانته كأحد أفضل فرق كرة الطائرة في إفريقيا.
طالع أيضًا | الأهلي يفوز على دلفي ويواصل انتصاراته في دوري سيدات الطائرة قائمة الأهلي في كأس العالم للأندية لكرة الطائرة
Bruno Fernandes. A true leader who knows exactly what it means and takes to wear the Manchester United shirt.
On his Man of the Match debut against Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2020, it was obvious that the 29-year-old was destined to lead the side out the Old Trafford tunnel, and since then, he’s gone from strength to strength.
In truth, there simply aren’t enough superlatives in the dictionary to describe how priceless the Portuguese magnifico is to the Red Devils, with his 144 goal contributions in 231 matches speaking for itself.
From the fans' perspective, the captain is without doubt the Red Devils' most valuable player, but CIES Football Observatory says otherwise, with one player in particular now worth the same as Fernandes.
Scott McTominay’s United career
Since making his debut against Arsenal back in 2017, Scott McTominay has developed into a reliable first-team player for Man Utd.
Although amongst the fanbase he resembles a Marmite player, it’s no coincidence that every manager has utilised the Scot, being a favourite of Jose Mourinho, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, and now Erik ten Hag.
The midfielder has racked up an impressive 250 appearances for his boyhood club, becoming known for being a "monster,” as dubbed by the Norweigan boss, standing at 6 foot 4.
As he reaches the peak of his career, McTominay has developed into a clutch player for the Red Devils, and this upturn in influence has seen his market value skyrocket.
Scott McTominay’s value in 2024
This season, McTominay has been enjoying his most successful campaign so far on a personal level, despite only starting 17 Premier League matches.
Operating mainly as a box-crashing number eight, the number 39 has found a new lease of life in his new role, which enables much more positional freedom.
The Scotland international has shown up multiple times when it matters most, notably scoring crucial goals against Brentford and Aston Villa to turn two points into six.
With one game left in the league season, the midfielder has netted seven goals, which makes him United’s joint-third-highest scorer. It’s also his best return of his career thus far, surpassing his four-goal 2020/21 campaign.
Man Utd's PL Top Scorer's Market Value
Player (goals)
Value
Bruno Fernandes (10)
£51m
Rasmus Hojlund (9)
£86m
Alejandro Garnacho (7)
£86m
Scott McTominay (7)
£51m
Marcus Rashford (7)
£86m
Via CIES' Football Observatory & Sofascore
His upturn in performance has clearly had an impact on his value, as he’s now among the most valuable players in the entire United squad.
McTominay’s worth stands at an impressive £51m, which remarkably is the same as Fernandes’, who is the Red Devil with the most goals and assists this season.
One reason why the academy graduate is worth so much is simply due to the fact that he’s a goalscoring midfielder, a rather rare-to-come-by profile in the market.
Furthermore, he’s showcased his leadership qualities when called upon, wearing the captain’s armband in the absence of the Portuguese number eight, which is another desirable trait.
Overall, it’s quite clear that United truly hit the jackpot on McTominay, who cost the club £0, and if he continues to perform, his worth is only going to head in one direction.
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O silêncio da Conmebol sobre o vandalismo da delegação do Boca Juniors depois do jogo em que os argentinos foram eliminados pelo Atlético-MG no Mineirão é chocante. Mas absolutamente previsível.
Punir atitudes antiesportivas, violência dentro e fora do campo em jogos do principal torneio sul-americano definitivamente não faz parte dos protocolos da entidade. Ao contrário, isso parece, por vezes, até orgulhar a cartolagem, alimentar aquele sentimento bizarro de que “isso é Libertadores”.
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Mas será que interessa a alguém essa Libertadores? A Libertadores de policiais com escudos protegendo jogadores na cobrança de escanteio, de manifestações racistas, de gramados que mais parecem pastos, de ônibus apedrejados, de vestiários invadidos, de foguetório na porta do hotel dos rivais – como fez, aliás, a torcida do Galo na véspera do jogo com o Boca?
Nós, por aqui, não somos santos. Muito longe disso. Já protagonizamos tragédias até fatais como no caso do jogo do Corinthians contra o San José na Bolívia. Mas a capacidade dos hermanos em gerar confusão e praticar selvageria mostra-se ilimitada. Quem não se lembra da final de 2018 quando o ônibus desse mesmo Boca – então em dia de caça e não de caçador- foi atacado por torcedores do River?
Também naquela vez a Conmebol não fez o que deveria ter feito: eliminado os Milionários e dado o título ao Boca. Preferiu uma multa, impor dois jogos de portões fechados no Monumental de Nuñes e a ridícula decisão de levar o jogo para Madrid.
Enquanto não houver punições efetivas vamos continuar a ver o que se viu no Mineirão. Mas será que pode existir Libertadores sem River e Boca, se eles forem punidos de verdade? É claro que sim. Como existiu a Champions League por cinco anos sem todos os clubes ingleses depois da Tragédia de Heysel onde 39 torcedores da Juventus morreram atacados pelos hooligans do Liverpool.
É evidente que a dimensão dos dois episódios é diferente. Não se compara os fatos, mas as consequências. A certeza da punição versus a garantia da impunidade.
O que falta aqui, deste lado do Oceano Atlântico, é simplesmente vergonha na cara. E a falastrice do presidente do Boca, com ameaças ao Atlético e o pedido de eliminação dos mineiros, transferindo responsabilidades, é o exemplo disso. Na terra do vale tudo cada um fala e age como quer. Quem sabe uma hora cola. Não é difícil acontecer.
Manchester United are reportedly interested in completing the signing of a "dangerous" USA international midfielder in the summer transfer window.
Man Utd transfer news
The end of this season can't come soon enough for the Red Devils, with Saturday's 1-1 draw at home to Burnley in the Premier League indicative of a poor campaign at Old Trafford. Pressure is mounting on Erik ten Hag all the time, with potential replacements emerging, including current Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel.
In terms of new signings, a host of top players continue to be linked with a move to United this summer, with Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo one such figure and a £65m+ offer reportedly being prepared. The Uruguayan may have been in the headlines for the wrong reasons recently, following his red card against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League quarter-finals, but he is a top-quality player who has averaged 2.4 aerial duel wins per game in La Liga this season.
Manchester United transfer target Ronald Araujo in action for Barcelona.
Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise is also seen as a great option for the Red Devils, with the Frenchman considered an upgrade on Antony, who could possibly even be sold in the coming months, following two underwhelming seasons at Old Trafford.
Another Premier League wide player who has been backed to join United is Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma, who like Olise, could be an improvement on another player in Marcus Rashford, who has looked a shadow of his former self this season.
While wide additions are important, adding to the midfield arguably takes precedence over anything, and United look like they are addressing that issue, following a fresh transfer update.
Man United could sign "dangerous" ace
According to a report from Spain, Manchester United are eyeing a move for Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie in the summer, following a good season at the Turin giants.
The USA international's talks over a new deal are believed to be stalling – his current contract expires at the end of next season – and there is apparently now a "sensational opportunity for the Red Devils" to sign him, with Juve certain not to allow his deal to tick down to nothing.
There could be reservations about the Red Devils signing the 25-year-old, considering he struggled on loan at Leeds United last season, failing to score and registering just one assist in 19 Premier League appearances. The pace of English football arguably got the better of him, but in fairness, he was in a struggling team and may simply have been out of form.
This season, the £49,000-a-week McKennie has been excellent, picking up seven assists in Serie A, and his former manager Jesse Marsch has heaped praise on him, saying: "In transition, he was their most dangerous player. He set up a play where [Dusan] Vlahovic should've scored in the first half and that would've given them a 1-0 lead and then I think the game could've looked a little bit differently."
Appearances
32
Starts
27
Goals
0
Assists
7
Clearances per game
1.8
Tackles per game
1.4
Key passes per game
1.2
The American remains a relatively young player, and given his improvements this season, and box-to-box energy, he could be a shrewd option for United, especially if they could get him on the cheap, given his contract situation.
Since the start of the Premier League over 30 years ago, there’s not been many better talents than Chelsea’s former star Eden Hazard.
The Belgian magician is truly a legend of the Blues, an absolute icon who brought so much joy, success, and entertainment.
Hazard played 352 matches for Chelsea, scoring 110 goals and providing 85 assists, which is simply an outstanding record for a winger.
With that in mind, let’s take a look at a Chelsea transfer target who could just very well become the club’s best winger since the number ten.
Chelsea’s search for their next Hazard
As per a report from Fabrizio Romano last weekend, Chelsea are “keeping a close eye” on Crysencio Summerville.
The Blues and Liverpool have been monitoring his performances throughout the previous campaign, and talks are expected to begin in the near future.
There’s no debate that the winger has been Leeds United’s most instrumental player this season, and because of that, he’ll be playing in the Premier League again next season.
Previous reports have suggested it may take a fee of £30m to acquire the attacker this summer.
Leeds winger Crysencio Summerville
The Dutchman made 43 appearances in the Championship last season, where he proved that he has the potential to compete against the elite, with his stats truly speaking for themselves.
How Summerville compares to Eden Hazard
It’s fair to say that absolutely everything went through Summerville last season at Leeds, as he served as a continuous threat.
In the Championship, the number ten scored an incredible 19 goals while also providing nine assists, which highlights just how dangerous he is.
These statistics are even more impressive considering he’s a left-winger who’s known for his incredible speed and trickery rather than his goals.
However, Summerville has certainly shown that he could be Chelsea’s best winger since Hazard, with the duo possessing a similar fleet-footed and exciting style of play from the flanks.
Summerville's 23/24 League Stats vs Hazard's 18/19 PL Stats
Stats
Summerville
Hazard
Goals
19
16
Assists
9
15
Big chances created
17
18
Shots (per game)
3
2.5
Key passes (per game)
2.6
2.6
Touches (per game)
57.5
72.4
Successful dribbles (per game)
2.3
3.7
Via Sofascore
Just like Hazard, Summerville has the ability to completely change a game on his own due to his unpredictable style.
Of course, the clear similarity is that both wide men can score goals and create for those around them, which is why Summerville in particular has been dubbed “world-class” by journalist Jake Winderman despite his position in the second tier of English football.
Both players possess brilliant close control, which enables them to weave through players with ease, and at times, they’re genuinely unstoppable.
On top of that, their creativity isn’t capped at just their dribbling, as they can also cause chaos via their excellent vision and ability to create combinations in and around the box in tight spaces.
The fact that Summerville boasted similar stats to a prime Hazard shows just how insanely talented he is, and it gives an indication of how he’d influence the Blues.
Furthermore, the Leeds ace would be perfect for Enzo Maresca’s 4-3-3 setup, with the left-winger spot playing a huge role in the Italian's approach, as shown by Leicester City’s Stephy Mavididi picking up 18 goal contributions last season.
Overall, it’s quite clear that signing a player as talented as Summerville has to be made a priority this summer, and if he can continue to perform like he did last season, Chelsea may have their next Hazard.
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Middlesex post 184 for 5 thanks to Holder 102 but only nine balls of chase are possible
ECB Reporters Network27-Aug-2020Max Holden made sure Middlesex didn’t miss their 2019 batting stars by clubbing his maiden T20 hundred but rain thwarted a result against Vitality Blast holders Essex Eagles.Middlesex had lost four of their top five run-scorers from last season’s run to the quarter-finals, but Holden struck a 60-ball 102 to create a new hero. That set Essex 185 to win, but only nine balls of the reply were possible before forecast rain saw the match abandoned.While Middlesex were much-changed from 2019, Essex could call on eight of the side which defeated Worcestershire Rapids in the final at Edgbaston last September.Simon Harmer won the toss and elected to bowl first, but Essex conceded 18 runs off the first over as Steve Eskinazi took Aaron Beard apart with three boundaries through cover before a maximum over midwicket. Matt Quinn took his revenge for team-mate Beard when Eskinazi skied him to Harmer, with Martin Andersson run out after being turned back soon after.That brought Holden and Nick Gubbins together, and for eight overs they dominated with a 71-run stand.Holden was lucky to survive a stumping chance off Dan Lawrence and a Shane Snater drop at long-off, on 2 and 27 respectively. But he moved through the gears as if he was Lewis Hamilton at Silverstone, most notably with a driven push through extra-cover, before taking a liking to Harmer.Firstly, Holden struck back over the South African’s head and into the sightscreen, then slog-swept him into the vacant stands.With AB de Villiers, Dawid Malan, Paul Stirling and Eoin Morgan dominating last year, Holden had been restricted to a single match. He cashed in on a rare appearance here with a 35-ball fifty.Gubbins had provided the run-a-ball glue for Middlesex before he was caught flicking Paul Walter to backward square leg, before Dan Lincoln and John Simpson were each caught at long-on trying to accelerate. But that didn’t halt Holden, who took Harmer for another straight six, with his three figures arriving with an all-along-the-floor cover drive – only 24 balls after he had last raised his bat.His previous highest score in seven Blast matches had been 84 against Somerset.After an elongated mid-innings break, Varun Chopra and Cameron Delport scored 10 runs in nine balls, with Miguel Cummins delivering his first Blast over, before the rain fell.A re-calculated challenge of 156 from 16 was handed to Essex, as the ground staff played the hokey-cokey with the cover around the showers, but the match was finally called off at 4.45pm, for a point apiece.
With Michael Edwards looking to make a statement in his first summer back at Liverpool, the Reds could welcome some top names to get the Arne Slot era off to the perfect start.
Liverpool transfer news
Already, the Reds have been linked with both Rodrygo and Aurelien Tchouameni in a shock raid on European giants Real Madrid, and it seems as though Edwards is wasting no time. There's no doubt that the duo would add the quality needed to Slot's new side to take Liverpool back into title contention, particularly if the Dutchman hit the ground running at Anfield. That said, it remains to be seen whether they'd depart the La Liga champions in the coming months.
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The Reds may also be in a position to replace Luis Diaz, who has reportedly been made a number one target by Barcelona this summer ahead of potentially landing his dream move. If that is to be the case, then Liverpool's recent work behind the scenes would go a long way in swiftly solving that problem before it becomes a concern for Slot.
Luis Diaz for Liverpool.
According to HITC, Liverpool scouts watched both Federico Chiesa and Teun Koopmeiners as they squared off against each other in the Coppa Italia final between Juventus and Atalanta this week. The Reds' admiration for both is a fairly open secret, with recent links to the latter emerging and their long-term interest in the former well documented.
Eventually, it was Juventus and Chiesa who ended the night lifting the trophy thanks to Dusan Vlahovic's early effort, but Liverpool wouldn't have been focused on the results, instead keeping an eye on their targets. When it comes to wingers who could fill not only the potential void left behind by Diaz, but also Mohamed Salah at some stage in the near future, however, Chiesa is not an option without risks.
"Fantastic" Chiesa could replace Diaz
In an ideal world, if Diaz leaves Liverpool this summer, then Edwards will find an instant upgrade instead of a simple like-for-like swap in Slot's side. Chiesa, at his best, could be that upgrade, but after injury struggles, it remains to be seen whether he can rediscover that form in a division as intense as the Premier League. Whilst he seems capable of replacing Diaz, he wouldn't necessarily be an upgrade.
Goals
7
8
Assists
2
5
Expected Goals
4.8
11.4
Take-ons Completed
33
54
The positive change that Chiesa could bring is a player who is more clinical in front of goal compared to Diaz, having outperformed his expected goals whilst Diaz has underperformed in frustrating fashion, although the latter has more goal involvements.
Nonetheless, Chiesa has earned high praise from England already, including from Manchester United and Premier League legend Rio Ferdinand, who previously said via The Metro: "He’s just a fantastic footballer. The intensity with which he plays with, we saw in the Euros he was the main goal threat for the Italians who went on to win the tournament."
Manchester City failed to repeat their treble heroics of 2022/23 this campaign, winning just one trophy, which was the Premier League title. They finished two points clear of Arsenal in the end, who pushed them all the way but could not overcome the Citizens across the course of the 38-game season.
Although the Premier League season probably got a little too close for comfort for City, they were a dominant force again.
As well as getting the most points with 91, they also had the most expected points according to Understat, with 83xPTS, two more than Arsenal’s 81xPTS. Pep Guardiola’s side also scored the most goals, with 96, as they sealed their fourth title in a row, becoming the first Premier League side ever to achieve that feat.
In the Champions League, City lost on penalties to Real Madrid in the quarter-final, who now have a final to look forward to against Borussia Dortmund at Wembley. The Citizens also lost to Manchester United in the FA Cup final 2-1, with goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo proving to be the difference.
Now, with City aiming to win all trophies again next season, they have already been linked with one Premier League star hoping to take them back to the top in all competitions.
Man City looking to sign Premier League Midfielder
The player in question here is Newcastle United and Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimarães, who could depart St James’ Park this summer. Newcastle could have to sell the Brazilian this summer in order to comply with financial regulations, as this report from The Guardian explains.
This is where City could swoop in and take Guimarães off their hands. According to reports from Spain, the 26-year-old former Lyon man could be “the chosen one” when it comes to player sales at Newcastle.
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The report goes on to explain that those clubs interested in signing Guimarães “will try to lower” the release clause in the Brazilian’s contract. As per the report, it is currently worth £100m and expires on the 24th of June.
Guardiola’s side are allegedly “on pole” in the race for the signature of the Brazil international. However, other clubs are also interested, with Arsenal “pushing hard” to sign Guimarães according to TEAMtalk. It could be a club-record transfer for the Gunners, should they bring Newcastle’s number 39 to the Emirates Stadium.
How Guimarães compares to Declan Rice
Since joining Newcastle from French side Lyon in the January transfer window of 2022 for £40m, Guimarães has been a revelation in the Premier League.
In 86 Premier League games so far, he has 16 goals and 14 assists, with the 2023/24 season his best return yet. During this campaign, Guimarães scored seven goals and registered eight assists.
Season
Games
Goals
Assists
2021/22
17
5
1
2022/23
32
4
5
2023/24
37
7
8
The Brazilian is a wonderful all-phase number eight, and would slot perfectly into the midfield of Guardiola’s team. He is wonderful on the ball, and his progressive nature has been crucial for Newcastle during his time at St James’ Park. He was described as “quite similar to Rice in the way he plays” by Dean Jones in an interview with GiveMeSport.
According to Guimarães’ Fbref stats, he averages 7.80 progressive passes per 90 minutes this season, which ranks him in the top 13% of midfielders in Europe’s top five leagues this season. Not only that, he averages 1.87 passes into the penalty box per 90 minutes, placing him in the top 4% of midfielders. This could be pivotal at City when having to break down low blocks as they so often do, with opponents sitting deep and looking to hit them on the counter.
Guimarães is also an impressive ball carrier. The 26-year-old averages 3.36 take-ons per 90 minutes, which ranks him in the top 4% of midfielders. However, he is also very successful at this, completing 1.85 take-ons, which places him in the top 2%. Further averaging 2.01 carries into the penalty box, these attributes would certainly stand him in good stead at City, having the ability to drive forward with the ball at his feet.
The above numbers are incredibly similar to Rice who averages 7.77 progressive passes and 1.96 carries into the penalty area every 90 minutes.
Whilst the former Lyon star's out-of-possession numbers are not incredible, averaging just 3.34 combined tackles and interceptions per 90 minutes, which places him in the 63rd percentile, he works very hard off the ball.
The Toon sensation averages 6.74 ball recoveries per 90 minutes, which places him in the best 17%. He would have Rodri sitting behind him; that would be a wonderful partnership, given the Spaniard's defensive ability and Guimarães' progressive nature.
All things considered, City would be adding a very complete midfielder to their squad this summer, if they buy Guimarães. Whilst his pricetag is sizeable, it is money they have available to them, and it would be a real statement signing to Arsenal and the rest of the Premier League.
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A major European side are reportedly set to speak with Leeds United over completing the signing of a £44,000-a-week player this summer, as they look to get him on the cheap.
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The White are preparing for two huge Championship playoff clashes with Norwich City, as they look to make a speedy return to the Premier League. Daniel Farke's side make the trip to Carrow Road on Sunday lunchtime, before hosting the Canaries next Thursday evening.
What happens in those games, and then potentially the playoff final at Wembley, will be significant when it comes to the transfer business that Leeds can conduct this summer, in terms of both the calibre of players and funds available.
Fenerbahce striker Michy Batshuayi has been backed to seal a move to the Whites in the coming months, with the Belgian possessing plenty of experience in English football, scoring 15 goals in 77 Premier League appearances. There is also the potential for a reunion with Kalvin Phillips, as the Englishman looks to bring an end to a nightmare spell at Manchester City, and West Ham on loan for that matter.
Promotion to the top flight could also be so vital when it comes to keeping hold of key players, however, with Crysencio Summerville a hugely influential figure who continues to be linked with a move to Liverpool. Now, a new update has emerged regarding another individual who could leave Ellland Road in the summer.
Leeds likely to lose £44,000-a-week ace for good
According to SiamoLaRoma [via Sport Witness], Roma are keen on signing Diego Llorente permanently from Leeds, looking to get a cheap deal over the line this summer. They are hoping to "pay a relatively low price" for him, believing his lack of success at Leeds will force the Whites into a weak negotiating position.
The £44,000-a-week defender has spent this season on loan with the Serie A giants, impressing there in the process, making 28 appearances in the league and enjoying a 91.7% pass completion rate. He is thought to be "highly respected" by his colleagues and "appreciated" by manager Daniele De Rossi.
AS Roma's loan defenderDiego Llorente.
It does feel as though a permanent exit for Llorente this summer is the best outcome for everyone concerned, although Leeds clearly won't be delighted by the idea of selling him for less than they want. He does still have two more years on his current Whites deal, however, so they should be able to ensure that Roma don't take them for a ride.
The 30-year-old is undoubtedly a good player, one with 10 caps to his name for Spain – Luis Enrique once said he was "amongst the best" around in his position for his country – but he seems happy at Roma and there is no great desperation for Leeds to keep him on.
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Instead, it is a case of cashing in on Llorente and bringing in fresh faces in the summer window, at which point Farke will have hopefully guided his side back into the Premier League.