Burnley miss out on Championship youngster, Chelsea and Tottenham offered chance to sign European star
Cardiff City youngster Kieron Evans has signed a new contract with the Championship club – which could come as a blow to Burnley
As per Wales Online, Burnley, along with West Brom, Sheffield United and Newcastle United, were monitoring the 19-year-old attacking midfielder, however Evans has put pen to paper on a new two-year deal at the Welsh side.
He said: "I feel amazing. I've been at the club since I was 10. Signing my second pro contract here is a great feeling. It was a no-brainer for me. I want to prove that I can make it at this club.
"I've learned a lot in the last 12 months with the under-23s and the first team and I can't wait to see what the future holds."
Meanwhile, Nick Pope is expected to be selected for Gareth Southgate’s England squad today.
With regular number one Jordan Pickford out injured, the 28-year-old is set to battle Dean Henderson for the jersey ahead of the World Cup qualifiers against San Marino, Albania and Poland.
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"I've learned a lot in the last 12 months with the under-23s and the first team and I can't wait to see what the future holds."
5. Origi eyed by Newcastle
Newcastle, Aston Villa and Wolves are among the Premier League clubs showing interest in Liverpool striker Divock Origi. The Belgian has played just 181 minutes of league football this season and is reportedly valued at £17m. (GOL Digital) Photo: JON SUPER
6. Kalajdzic on Toon radar
The Magpies are also linked with Stuttgart target man Sasa Kalajdzic, whose price tag again lies around the £17m mark. Juventus, RB Leipzig and top-flight counterparts Everton are also keen. (TuttoJuve) Photo: Stuart Franklin
7. Robinson urges Leeds to target Yokuslu
Former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson wants Leeds United to target West Bromwich Albion midfielder Okay Yokuslu this summer, believing he possesses similar qualities to Kalvin Phillips. (Football Insider) Photo: Catherine Ivill
8. Allegri turns down Leeds approach
Leeds did approach former Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri, however the possibility of a move to Elland Road “didn’t particularly excite him”. The Italian has earmarked Real Madrid as his next destination. (The Transfer Window Podcast) Photo: ISABELLA BONOTTO