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West Ham signing this 28-year-old Algerian would be just the defensive fix Pellegrini needs
Why West Ham should go back in the market for Aissa Mandi in January
According to the Daily Express, West Ham could be set to reignite their interest in centre-back Aissa Mandi when the transfer window reopens in January.
The Hammers had a bid turned down by Real Betis for the 28-year-old Algerian international last year, as per HITC (h/t Express), and there is a possibility that Manuel Pellegrini could possibly go back in the market to secure the services of the defender during the mid-season trading period.
Mandi was instrumental in Algeria’s triumphant Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Egypt earlier in the summer.
A youth exponent of French club Reims, Aissa Mandi accumulated a total of 169 appearances for his boyhood club in all competitions over the course of seven seasons. With 14 goals in the process, he earned a move to the La Liga with Real Betis in 2016.
The 51-cap Algerian international might not be one of the household names in Europe but he has established himself as one of the mainstays at the back for Real Betis over the past three seasons, registering a total of 120 appearances for the Spanish outfit.
Mandi has started 9 out of Betis’ first 12 La Liga fixtures this term and while the team has shipped 21 goals so far, the 28-year-old has more than held his own amidst the lacklustre performances of his counterparts at the back.
Meanwhile, West Ham have gone completely gone off the boil, following a promising start to the campaign that saw them register victories over the likes of Norwich City, Watford and Man United.
Manuel Pellegrini needs to find a way to stop the rut if the Hammers are to stay in contention for a European spot this term.
Having scored just 14 and conceded 17 in the process so far, it is pretty evident that West Ham still have plenty of issues to sort out at both ends of the pitch.
While the likes of Felipe Anderson, Pablo Fornals, Manuel Lanzini and Andriy Yarmolenko have struggled to provide that creative spark on a regular basis, the ones at the back haven’t done a great job either.
Angelo Ogbonna has arguably been the pick of the centre-backs so far, with Issa Diop yet to hit the lofty standards that he had set for himself in the previous campaign. Fabian Balbuena still needs to improve a lot if he is to play regularly in the Premier League.
To that end, West Ham reigniting interest in Aissa Mandi could go a long way towards adding a lot more steel and depth to their central defence. The 28-year-old is in his prime and his wealth of experience would be useful.
With the Algerian’s contract at Real Betis set to expire in 2021, the Hammers should fancy their chances of negotiating a suitable fee with the La Liga club.
Verdict
As per whoscored, Aissa Mandi has averaged 57 passes per game at an accuracy rate of 90.3, including 3.6 long balls, 1 tackle, 1.7 interceptions and 2.7 aerial duels per game in the La Liga this term, figures which speak volumes of his attributes as a modern-day ball-playing centre-half.
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That said, West Ham going back in the market for Aissa Mandi could possibly go a long way towards sorting out their defensive issues under Pellegrini.
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.
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.
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 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.
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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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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)
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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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