Football has turned into a tug-of-war this week, making it all the more exciting for fans. The transfer window is about to expire, with teams having just a few days left to fight for contracts and get the players they need. There are many notable deals in this transfer market, some still in progress. With dreams of building an all-inclusive roster, the team is doing its best to find the missing keys. teams may hijack contracts.
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Major League Soccer Clubs Poach Players
Reports say the MLS club is on the verge of hijacking the bid of Greek striker Georgios Djakoumakis. The player is currently playing for Scottish premiership club Celtic FC. The news is that two foreign leagues are fighting for the player. However, MLS club Atlanta United appear to be doing everything in their power to sign the player.
Atlanta United now looking to hijack Giorgos Jakoumakies’ Urawa Red Diamonds contract: Understand new $4.7M proposal accepted by Celtic 🚨🇬🇷🇺🇸 #transfer #MLS
Personal terms are still under discussion, but Atlanta now has the DP spot and wants to make it. pic.twitter.com/CWBBaADVFx
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 28, 2023
Almost a week ago, Giakoumakis made a deal with Japanese Tier 1 football club Urawa Red Diamonds. However, discussions with the Japanese club continue over personal terms, with Atlanta United over-bid for a $4.7 million deal.
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It is still unknown what the outcome will be. However, with little time left in the transfer window, the situation should become clear in a matter of days. This may be why Urawa Red Diamonds are taking the time to set their personal terms. Time is of the essence here and both clubs are aware of it.
Portuguese club signs oldest professional player
In other surprising football news, yesterday it was officially announced that Portuguese second division club Oliveirense has signed the 55-year-old footballer. Tomoyoshi Miura had an illustrious career in Japan and was still playing for Yokohama FC.
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Oliverense and Yokohama FC shared a parent company, so the move was easy. Miura was Japan’s first soccer superstar. Even after a 3.70-year career as a professional footballer, he is in good health, still signing contracts and motivating others.
