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Inter Milan Go Down, Napoli Climb To Second

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It’s a turn around in the standings after game week 14 in Seria A. With Juventus standing firm at the top of the table, Napoli and Inter switch places for the second and the third spot.  The Nerazzurri went down to a stringed Parma side who are undefeated at home this season. While Naploi secured a 1-0 win over Cagliari to move to the second spot just two points behind leaders Juventus. Seria A is certainly catching up heat with just 4 points separating the top 4.

Inter paid the price for their lack of creativity in front of goal failing to break Parma’s defense despite enjoying a the majority of possession. Strikers  Diego Milito and Rodrigo Palacio did not receive crucial passes from their midfielders as they would have hoped for. With Juventus slipping up with a defeat at the hands of rivals AC Milan, Inter ruined their chance of going on top losing for the second time in three games since beating Juve 3-1 in Turin.

Nicola Sansone scored the only goal of the game 15 minutes from time to give Parma a deserved win at the Stadio Ennio Tardini.

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Else where title contenders Napoli, scraped through to a 1-0 win over Cagliari thanks to Merek Hamsik’s second-half goal .  Napoli are now on second spot with 30 points from 14 league games just two points behind champions Juventus. Although Napoli were without striking sensation Cavani and Goran Pandev due to suspension and injuries, the Naples club managed to secure all three points with a strong defensive display.

 Cagliari showed glimpses of attacking threat through youngster Lorenzo but could not break the deadlock..

“It was a difficult game, but we did really well,” said Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri. “We suffered a bit during the second half, but I have to compliment my team. Turning to his side’s chances of winning Serie A, he added: “I’m really not thinking about the title. We’ll see where we are at the end of the season.”

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Done deal: Rangers confirm the signing of 32-year-old Scottish star

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Jon McLaughlin has joined Rangers (Image credit: Rangers.co.uk)

Rangers complete the signing of Jon McLaughlin from Sunderland

Rangers have confirmed the signing of Scotland international goalkeeper Jon McLaughlin from English club Sunderland. The 32-year-old has penned a two-year deal with the Gers, the club has revealed.

McLaughlin has been with Sunderland for the past two seasons. However, with his contract expiring at the end of the month, he has made the move to Ibrox.

Jon McLaughlin has joined Rangers (Image credit: Rangers.co.uk)
Jon McLaughlin has joined Rangers (Image credit: Rangers.co.uk)

Jon McLaughlin to Rangers: Five things you need to know…

  • McLaughlin started out at non-league English club Harrogate Town and has had stints at Bradford and Burton Albion.
  • The 32-year-old spent a season with Scottish club Hearts, before joining Sunderland in 2018.
  • He made 90 appearances for the League One side, keeping 27 clean sheets in the process.
  • McLaughlin made his international debut for Scotland in 2018. While he has just two caps, he is a regular in the squad.
  • The Scotsman has penned a two-year contract with Rangers.

Rangers were in need of bolstering their goalkeeping department after releasing both Wes Foderingham and Jak Alnwick.

McLaughlin arrives as competition for first-choice shot-stopper Allan McGregor, who turned 38 in January. Speaking to the club’s website after his arrival, McLaughlin said:

“It’s a very proud moment for myself and for the family. It is great to be back up here in Scotland and we are very proud to have made the deal happen.”

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard

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Manager Steven Gerrard also expressed his delight at having completed the signing. He claimed that McLaughlin’s vast experience would add more strength and depth to the Gers squad.

Rangers have been very active in the transfer market already. McLaughlin joins Calvin Bassey as the latest arrival at Ibrox, while both Ianis Hagi and Jermain Defoe have made their transfers permanent as well.

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“It has dragged out” – Veteran Scottish star hits out at Celtic over contract negotiations

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Craig Gordon hits out at Celtic over dragged-out contract negotiations

As reported by the Daily Record, Craig Gordon has hit out at Scottish champions Celtic over ongoing contract negotiations.

The 37-year-old Gordon’s contract with the Hoops ran out at the end of last month. They remain intent on re-signing him though, and negotiations over a new deal have been ongoing. But the two parties haven’t been able to arrive at an agreement yet. (h/t Daily Record)

Craig Gordon of Celtic looks on dejected after PSG score their seventh goal during the UEFA Champions League group B match between Paris Saint-Germain and Celtic FC at Parc des Princes on November 22, 2017 in Paris, France. (Getty Images)
Craig Gordon’s contract with Celtic expired last month (Getty Images)

Craig Gordon at Celtic: Five things you need to know…

  • Gordon has been with Celtic since the summer of 2014.
  • To date, the 37-year-old has racked up 242 appearances for the club, keeping 121 clean sheets.
  • The former Scotland international won five Premiership titles, four Scottish FA Cups and five Scottish League Cups with the Hoops.
  • Having been a certain starter for years, Gordon lost his place to Fraser Forster in 2019/20.
  • Gordon’s contract with Celtic ran out last month. Negotiations over a new deal haven’t gone well. There are other clubs interested in signing the veteran.

Opening up on ongoing talks over a new deal, Gordon hit out at Celtic, claiming that the negotiations could have been handled a lot better. (h/t Daily Record)

“They did speak about it a few weeks ago. The negotiations haven’t been particularly good, I’ve got to be honest. It has dragged out and I feel it could have been handled an awful lot better.”

Gordon also went on to reveal that the new offer that Celtic had tabled required him to take a massive wage cut, which he refused. He further added the Scottish champions were yet to come back with an improved offer. (h/t Daily Record)

Fraser Forster of Celtic celebrates victory with Scott Brown. (Getty Images)
Celtic are trying to re-sign Fraser Forster from Southampton (Getty Images)

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Gordon, who has rejected an approach from St. Mirren, also claimed that he would be open to returning to boyhood club Hearts, even if it meant playing in the Championship next season. (h/t Daily Record)

With Celtic trying to re-sign Fraser Forster from Southampton, it remains to be seen if they go back with an improved contract offer for Gordon in the coming days.

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Former Rangers ace believes Celtic striker will be a great fit at Arsenal, Tottenham

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Odsonne Edouard has been in smashing form for Celtic this season. (Getty Images)

Celtic star Odsonne Edouard would be a great fit at Arsenal, Tottenham reckons Kris Boyd

Former Rangers striker Kris Boyd has backed Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard to succeed in the Premier League, amid interest from Arsenal (h/t The Scottish Sun).

The 22-year-old has been a prime asset for Celtic since arriving from PSG three years ago. He has grown into one of the most prolific marksmen and has attracted interest from Premier League clubs and sport bets odds for the striker has grown three folds since his debut for the Glasgow club.

It has been a remarkable campaign for Odsonne Edouard (Getty Images)

Odsonne Edouard at Celtic: Five things you need to know…

  • Edouard joined Celtic from PSG initially on loan in 2017
  • The Bhoys signed him on a permanent basis for a club-record fee of £10m in 2018.
  • The French goalscorer has made 126 appearances so far, scoring 60 goals.
  • Edouard has won two Scottish Premiership titles with Celtic, along with other domestic honours.
  • The 22-year-old has been in prolific form in 2019/20, bagging 27 goals and 19 assists.

With Arsenal facing the prospect of losing captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang this summer, Edouard is being lined up as a potential replacement for the 30-year-old

And, former Rangers ace Kris Boyd has backed the Frenchman to come good in the Premier League.

Writing his column for The Scottish Sun, Boyd claims that the Frenchman’s all-round ability would make him a fine addition at Arsenal or even their North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur.

“I honestly believe Edouard could go all the way. There’s no doubt he could walk into the Arsenal team — and their North London rivals Tottenham would also be a great fit for him.”

Boyd further adds that given how successfully Edouard had linked up with Leigh Griffiths at Celtic, he would form a dangerous strike partnership with Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane.

Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard in action. (Getty Images)
Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard in action. (Getty Images)

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The former Scotland international also insists that Celtic are under no pressure to sell their ace striker. But should his head turn due to the attention, like Moussa Dembele’s did a couple of years ago, then they will be powerless to stop him.

Edouard still has two years left on his current contract with Celtic. As far as a summer move is concerned, the ball lies in his court.

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