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Middlesbrough midfield would gain some much-needed depth if they land this 21-year-old sensation
Middlesbrough Opinion: Browne could add more depth to Boro’s midfield
According to Teesside Live, Middlesbrough have been credited with an interest in West Ham starlet Marcus Browne, with the report claiming that the 21-year-old has flown over to Rockliffe Park to complete a medical and put pen to paper on a new deal ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Teesside Live understands that Browne, who has only one year left on his current contract at West Ham, wants to play regular first-team football next season after struggling to break into the senior ranks at East London. He made his debut for the Hammers in the Europa League qualifying rounds way back in the 2016-17 campaign.
Browne spent this past season on loan at Oxford United in League One and earned plenty of plaudits for his influential performances in the midfield, accumulating 9 goals and 5 assists in 44 appearances in all competitions to propel his team to a mid-table finish in the third-tier.
Apparently impressed by the kind of impact that the midfielder had last season, Oxford manager Karl Robinson was also keen to re-sign him on another loan deal.
As the story goes, Middlesbrough are prepared to offer the 21-year-old a chance to prove his credentials in the Championship next term. (h/t Teesside Live)
Boro have already raised a lot of funds from the sale of Martin Braithwaite to La Liga side Leganes and centre-back Aden Flint to Cardiff City, so they might as well reinvest that money to improve a few areas of their squad before the transfer deadline in August.
New manager Jonathan Woodgate is yet to bag any major scalps in the market this summer, with goalkeeper Tomas Mejias the solitary new arrival at the Riverside Stadium till date. That, however, is likely to change very soon, with Marcus Browne closing in on a move.
Bringing in reinforcements in the full-back and wide department continue to be a priority for the manager but Boro also need to address their problems relating to the lack of creativity in their ranks.
Middlesbrough’s tally of 49 goals was one of the worst scoring records amongst the top-ten sides in the Championship last season and, while Tony Pulis’ rather one-dimensional philosophy was partly responsible for that, it doesn’t require a rocket scientist to figure out that Boro need to strengthen their attack to challenge for promotion next term.
Marcus Browne might have made only one senior competitive appearance for West Ham but the 21-year-old’s vast potential was there for everybody to see in League One the last term, whilst he has also featured prominently for the Hammers’ U23 side over the past few years.
To put things into perspective, Boro’s links with the West Ham starlet might not be exciting enough to get the fans off their feet but snapping him up for a thrifty sum of money could prove to be a smart piece of business for Woodgate.
Essentially a central attacking midfielder by trade, Browne is capable of playing in both No.10 and No.8 roles in the middle of the pitch.
Noted for his pace, creativity, intelligent passing, as well as his hard-working nature, tenacity, stamina and ability to win the ball back for his team, the 21-year-old could prove to be a real asset to Boro’s attacking ranks.
In Lewis Wing and Ashley Fletcher, Boro have two promising central attacking midfielders in their squad, and someone like Browne would provide cover and competition for the duo.
Moreover, his ability to play in central midfield and chip in with goals and assists should allow the club to cope with the departure of John Obi Mikel and Mo Besic.
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Conclusion
With that in mind, it should be an absolute no-brainer for Boro to wrap up a deal for the West Ham prodigy at the earliest because a good pre-season could help him settle down better before the next season gets underway in August.
Tottenham
Finland International Signs New Long Term Contract With Tottenham Hotspur Women as Midfielder Commits Future to Spurs
Eveliina Summanen has signed a new long term contract with Tottenham Hotspur Women, extending her stay with the club beyond her 100th appearance milestone. The 27 year old Finnish defensive midfielder has been a consistent positive throughout Spurs’ ups and downs over the past four years since joining in January 2022.
Summanen has evolved into a genuine fan favorite at Tottenham, featuring across all midfield positions before settling into her current defensive midfield role. Her ability to control matches, strike dead balls, and unsettle opposition players has made her an invaluable asset to Martin Ho’s side as they push for Champions League qualification this season.
Ho Praises Infectious Professionalism
The Spurs boss heaped praise on the Finnish international’s influence both on and off the pitch. Ho highlighted Summanen’s technical quality in possession, ability to play forward under pressure, and tactical understanding as attributes that provide stability and direction to the team.
Ho particularly emphasized her infectious behaviors in training and preparation, noting that her professionalism and attitude set standards for the entire squad. This is smart business from Tottenham, who are securing key players as they establish themselves among the WSL elite.
Summanen Building Legacy at Spurs
The midfielder has grown into a real fan favorite since arriving four years ago, never afraid to challenge for loose balls or go to ground making tackles. Her special talent for riling up opposition was perfectly demonstrated when she got Ella Toone sent off, only to be bizarrely penalized for “successful deception of a match official” in a decision that still rankles with supporters.
Summanen has also scored spectacular direct free kicks for both Spurs and Finland throughout her career. Tottenham have once again refused to specify the exact length of this “long term” contract, but keeping their midfield rock secured is excellent news regardless of whether it’s two, three, or four years.
Chelsea
Revealed: Why Paul Green Left Chelsea Women in Shock Exit as Emma Hayes Departure Exposed Perceived Lack of Leadership at WSL Powerhouse
Paul Green left Chelsea Women after the departure of legendary manager Emma Hayes exposed a perceived lack of leadership at the WSL powerhouse, Daily Mail Sport understands. Women’s football was left stunned on Monday when the club announced their head of football had departed following 13 years’ service in an era that saw the team lift 19 trophies.
The move came just a week after Hayes’ replacement, Sonia Bompastor, signed a new contract. In the days previous, Bompastor had voiced her frustration at recruitment during the summer, highlighting a lack of squad depth as one of the reasons Chelsea found themselves nine points behind leaders Manchester City. This criticism clearly struck a nerve with senior figures at Stamford Bridge.
Green Held Responsible for Leadership Gaps
It is understood that Bompastor’s views reflected a wider view already held by key figures in the club’s hierarchy, and that Green appears to have been held responsible. A review into Chelsea’s disappointing season so far has been carried out and concluded that a fresh structure was needed to best support the staff and players.
Following Hayes’ departure, Chelsea shifted from a manager led model to a head coach model. Hayes was known to have been heavily involved across all areas and took on the vast majority of major decision making. Bompastor’s remit is more that of a pure coach, with a focus on performance and technical style rather than overall running of the club and recruitment.
Transfer Window Identified as Problem Area
Decision makers have put many issues down to gaps that gradually emerged and widened in the club’s leadership post Hayes. The transfer window was one of the areas identified as needing improvement. Chelsea will now seek a replacement as part of a new leadership structure with the aim of ensuring consistency and accountability going forward.
Chelsea
NBA Star Giannis Antetokounmpo Becomes Part of Chelsea Women Ownership Group as Two Time MVP Joins Reddit Co Founder Alexis Ohanian in Latest Investment
Two time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo has become a part of Chelsea Women’s Football Club’s ownership group. The Milwaukee Bucks star confirmed his new stake acquisition on the Women’s Super League club on February 8 in a post via social media, joining Reddit Co Founder Alexis Ohanian as the latest investor in Chelsea Women after he acquired a 10% stake in the club in May 2025.
“I’m proud and honoured to partner with my friend Alexis Ohanian, joining the ownership group of Chelsea FC Women, a historic club built on passion, excellence, and a winning culture,” said Antetokounmpo. This is a significant coup for Chelsea Women, bringing in one of basketball’s biggest global stars at a time when they need fresh investment and ideas.
Latest Football Investment for Greek Freak
Chelsea Women becomes the latest football team the Greek Freak has invested in recent years. Antetokounmpo, alongside his three brothers Thanasis, Alex, and Kostas, acquired an undisclosed stake in Major League Soccer franchise Nashville SC in March 2023.
Prior to this in August 2021, following his NBA Championship victory with the Milwaukee Bucks, Antetokounmpo became a minority owner of the Milwaukee Brewers, acquiring an undisclosed stake in the Major League Baseball franchise. The NBA star clearly has a passion for sports ownership beyond basketball.
Controversial Kalshi Deal Sparks Criticism
In addition to his investment in Chelsea Women, Antetokounmpo also announced he has become an investor in the prediction markets company Kalshi. The announcement was met with widespread criticism, given potential conflicts of interest with an active NBA player investing in a betting related company.
Kalshi allows users to buy and sell event contracts to make predictions on sports outcomes. While Kalshi stated Antetokounmpo would be forbidden from trading on NBA related markets, serious questions remain about the appropriateness of this investment.
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