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West Ham signing this promising 18-year old shot-stopper would fix a key position

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Why teenager Fara would be a good future investment for West Ham

According to a report by The Sun on Sunday (print edition, page 67), West Ham United are interested in Dinamo goalkeeper Stefan Brian Fara.  

The 18-year-old shot-stopper, who plays in the Romanian top-flight, has been invited for talks ahead of the January transfer window.

Romanian outfit Dinamo's teenage goalkeeper Stefan Brian Fara.
Romanian outfit Dinamo’s teenage goalkeeper Stefan Brian Fara. (Google)

However, the teenager has not yet featured in a single game for Dinamo, who are currently seventh in the Romanian top-division.

Meanwhile, for West Ham and manager Manuel Pellegrini, it has been a bumpy ride so far, having won just 4 out of their 14 league games.

The Hammers have conceded 23 goals already this season and are 13th in the league standings.

Pellegrini’s West Ham had begun their league campaign in decent style, winning 3 of their initial 6 games.

West Ham players celebrating a goal. (Getty Images)
West Ham players celebrating a goal. (Getty Images)

However, since then, the Hammers’ fate took a different course, as they went eight games in a row without a win.

Unfortunately, for Pellegrini and his West Ham side, losing first-choice keeper Lukasz Fabianski to injury paved the way for all their troubles.

Fabianski, who featured in West Ham’s first seven games, conceded eight goals, while at the same time kept 3 clean sheets, thereby proving his credentials as their first-choice.

Out of West Ham’s four wins this season, three were won with Fabianski in goal. A hip injury, however, ruled Fabianski out of action until the end of this year.

Lukasz Fabianski has been excellent for West Ham since joining from Swansea City in 2018. (Getty Images)
Lukasz Fabianski has been excellent for West Ham since joining from Swansea City in 2018. (Getty Images)

The Polish international was soon replaced by Spaniard Roberto, who arrived from Espanyol this past summer on a free transfer.

However, the 33-year old has had a torrid time guarding the post during Fabianski’s exile, as he has conceded 15 goals from 7 matches, pushing West Ham into an abyss.

The veteran goalkeeper even committed a howler, scoring an own goal in their 3-0 defeat to Burnley, as he punched the ball into his own net.

With not many options left to choose from, Pellegrini entrusted the goalkeeping duties to his old guard until it reached a point where the Spaniard needed to be replaced for a revival of fortunes.

West Ham second keeper Roberto.
West Ham second keeper Roberto. (Getty Images)

This time, the Chilean brought in third-choice keeper David Martin, who had arrived on a free transfer too, from Championship side Millwall.

However, it proved to be the right decision, as the 33-year old Martin helped West Ham beat Chelsea 1-0 by keeping a clean sheet, and thereby putting a halt to their eight-game winless streak in the league.

Still, Pellegrini must be aware of the fact that veteran Martins cannot get any younger, and he would surely not be an option in the longer run.

With all of West Ham’s current crop of goalkeepers already past their thirties, Pellegrini surely needs to look for a potential talent with an eye for the future, and teenager Fara seems to be the perfect fit for that role.

Hammers third keeper David Martin.
Hammers third keeper David Martin. (Getty Images)

Verdict

With first-choice keeper Fabianski currently injured and out, Pellegrini cannot bank on his old guards Roberto and Martin for long.

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Also, Roberto’s poor form is a major concern for West Ham, who have failed to win any game with the Spaniard in goal.

Hence, the Hammers signing Fara would indeed be a suitable investment for the future. He could also act as a back-up for main man Fabianski, provided the move happens.

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Andriani Michael: Jack Wilshere Wife, net worth, career, kids, and family

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English footballer Jack Wilshere and his wife Andriani Michael

Andriani Michael is a housekeeper known for being the wife of one of the most underrated mid-fielders, Jack Andrew Garry Wilshere. In this article, we will discuss everything about this beautiful couple.

Michael comes from England, and she is known for being the partner of the youngest-ever debutant in the premier league Jack Wilshere. She has achieved many things at a young age. She is the proud wife of Jack Wilshere. There is no information when the duo started dating, but their engagement was done in 2016 and it was revealed to the media as well.

Andriani Michael and Jack Wilshere Families 

Andriani was born on May 22, 1991, in England, and she is the daughter of Michael, a barber who owns a barbershop in Cockfosters. Nothing much has been disclosed about the rest of her family. She doesn’t share about her family members and we don’t know if she has a brother or sister.

Andriani Michael with her husband Jack Wilshere. (Credits: Instagram)
Andriani Michael with her husband Jack Wilshere. (Credits: Instagram)

Jack Wilshere was born in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, on January 1, 1992, to father Andrew Wilshere and mother, Kerry Wilshere. He captained The Priory School football team to Country Cup and District Cup glory from Year 7 to Year 10.

Andriani Michael’s husband, Jack Wilshere

Jack joined the Arsenal academy in October 2001 at the age of nine and rose through the ranks at the age of 15. He was then named captain of the U-16s and made a few appearances for the Under-18s. He has been a successful footballer over the years. Jack Wilshere is now a part of the team Luton Town as a manager.

Jack Wilshere of England during Soccer Aid for Unicef 2023 at Old Trafford on June 11, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)
Jack Wilshere of England during Soccer Aid for Unicef 2023 at Old Trafford on June 11, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

Wilshere made his first-team debut in 2008 by becoming the youngest ever league debutant at 16 years, 256 days. He is without a club currently and is training with Arsenal’s first team to keep himself fit while looking for a new club. Wilshere has earned many accolades, including the PFA Young Player of the Year and Arsenal’s Player of the Season award.

Jack has played International football for England and has represented the country under-16, under-17, and under-18. And under-21 levels. He is also the 12th youngest debutant in England’s history at just the age of 18.

Andriani Michael and Jack Wilshere Kids

Jack was first in a relationship with Lauren Neal and has two kids with her, Archie and Delilah Wilshere, born in 2011 and 2013. He met Andriani in her father’s barbershop after breaking up with his former girlfriend, Lauren. 

Jack Wilshere with his family (Instagram)

Jack and Andriani fell in love with each other, and the couple tied the knot in 2017 in a three-day bash in Italy. They gave birth to their first baby Siena Wilshere, the second daughter of Jack, and In February 2020, they welcomed another boy, who has the same name as his father, Jack Wilshere.

Andriani Michael Profession, Career, Net Worth 

Andriani is a housekeeper and maintains a shallow profile on the internet, especially on social media. She does have an Instagram, but it is private. 

Jack Wilshire of England is seen prior to the UEFA EURO 2016 Group B match between England and Wales at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on June 16, 2016 in Lens, France.  (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)
Jack Wilshire of England is seen prior to the UEFA EURO 2016 Group B match between England and Wales at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on June 16, 2016 in Lens, France. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Nothing is disclosed about her professional life, but She and Jack have an estimated net worth of $60 million. Most of their net worth are from Jack Wilshere’s football earnings.

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Report: Celtic dealt blow in pursuit of 19-year-old Serie A ace

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Aaron Hickey of Hearts holds off Karamoko Dembele of Celtic during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match between Celtic and Hearts at Celtic Park on May 19, 2019 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Getty Images)

Celtic dealt major blow in pursuit of Bologna star Aaron Hickey

According to La Nazione (h/t Daily Record), Fiorentina have intensified negotiations with fellow Serie A club Bologna for the signing of Celtic target Aaron Hickey, dealing a blow to the Hoops.

Hickey started out at the academy of Scottish club Heart of Midlothian FC and briefly spent time at Celtic as well before returning to Hearts, where he graduated to the first-team and went on to make 34 senior appearances.

The young left-back, who scored and assisted one goal apiece for his boyhood club, was snapped up by Serie A side Bologna in the summer of last year. Hickey did not feature regularly for the Serie A outfit due to injury problems. Indeed, the 19-year-old featured in just 12 games throughout the 2020/21 season.

Greg Stewart of Rangers vies with Aaron Hickey of Heart of Midlothian during the Ladbrokes Premiership match between Rangers and Hearts at Ibrox Stadium on December 01, 2019 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Getty Images)
Aaron Hickey (L) during his time at Hearts

But his stock remains high as ever, as Celtic are intent on bringing him back to Scotland this summer. The Hoops, embarking on a new journey under new manager Ange Postecoglou, are looking to bolster their defensive department.

Having decided not to sign Diego Laxalt permanently, Celtic have just Boli Bolingoli and Greg Taylor as options at left-back, with the former unsure of a future after returning from loan. So, signing someone like Hickey, who can make the spot his own for the coming years, would have been a good move.

However, Fiorentina seem to have thrown a spanner in the works for Celtic as the Serie A side have upped their efforts to land the youngster from Bologna. Indeed, it is reported that La Viola have intensified negotiations over a move, although they will have to offer at least €5m to stand a chance of signing the teenager.

Ange Postecoglou is the new Celtic manager (GETTY Images)
Ange Postecoglou is the new Celtic manager (GETTY Images)

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Bologna are in no hurry to sell Hickey and will wait for the highest bid as they look to maximise their profits. It is now up to Celtic to step up in their pursuit of the 19-year-old or risk missing out on him.

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Transfer News: PL side enter race to sign 25-year-old Rangers star

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Glen Kamara in action for Rangers. (Getty Images)

Transfer News: Rangers star Glen Kamara wanted by Everton

According to transfer news from Eurosport (h/t Glasgow Live), Premier League club Everton have entered the race to sign Glen Kamara from Scottish champions Rangers this summer.

Kamara started out his youth football in his homeland, Finland, before switching to England in 2011 when he signed for the Southend United academy. A year later, he was snapped up by Premier League giants Arsenal, where he rose through the youth ranks but couldn’t break into the first-team.

Glen Kamara during his time at Dundee. (Getty Images)
Glen Kamara during his time at Dundee. (Getty Images)

After loan spells away at Southend United and Colchester United, Kamara left Arsenal permanently in the summer of 2017, signing for Scottish club Dundee FC. The 25-year-old Finnish midfielder rose to prominence with the club and was picked up by Steven Gerrard’s Rangers in the winter transfer window of 2019.

During his two-and-a-half-year stay at the Ibrox Stadium, Kamara has developed into one of the best midfielders on show in the Scottish Premiership. The Finland star played an integral role in the Gers’ title victory last season as he racked up over 50 appearances in all competitions, scoring and assisting a couple of goals apiece. (h/t Transfermarkt)

However, Kamara’s time at the Ibrox Stadium could be drawing towards a close, with Everton joining a number of other clubs in pursuit of the ex-Arsenal youngster. Indeed, the likes of Watford and Brentford have already shown an interest in the 25-year-old while an unnamed Russian club is also keen, with the Toffees also joining the bandwagon. (h/t Glasgow Live)

Glen Kamara in action for Rangers. (Getty Images)
Glen Kamara in action for Rangers. (Getty Images)

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Given how important Kamara has been for Rangers in his time at the club, his potential departure would come as a blow. However, with his contract expiring in two years and with so many teams interested, this also represents the Gers best chance of making good money from his sale, which they can reinvest in the squad.

With a transfer fee of £15m being mentioned, the Light Blues could stand to make a massive profit, having signed him for a measly £50k in 2019.

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