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Nike’s Phil Knight Rules Out Buying Trail Blazers Amid Sale Process

Portland Trail Blazers
May 2025

Nike co-founder Phil Knight has officially ruled out buying the Portland Trail Blazers, stating age and reduced interest as reasons, despite past efforts. The team is now formally up for sale per the late Paul Allen’s will.
Allen’s estate has engaged Allen & Company and Hogan Lovells to oversee the sale, aiming to fulfill the directive to channel proceeds into philanthropy. NBA and Oregon officials are urging the franchise remain in Portland.

Arsenal Told £60m Will Land Gyokeres in Early Summer Deal

Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting CP)
Summer 2025

Arsenal have been told they can sign Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres for £60m. Sporting are open to selling but want a deal completed early in the window.
Gyokeres has scored 38 goals and added 7 assists this season, prompting Arsenal to make him their top target. He would demand over £200k-a-week, placing him among the club’s highest earners.

Awoniyi in Induced Coma After Surgery, Forest Owner Storms Pitch

Taiwo Awoniyi (Nottingham Forest)
May 13, 2025

Taiwo Awoniyi is in an induced coma after urgent abdominal surgery following a collision during Forest’s 2-2 draw with Leicester. A second surgery is scheduled for Wednesday.
Awoniyi, injured late in the match, remained on the pitch despite discomfort. The incident triggered a heated on-field reaction from Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis over miscommunication with medical staff.

Man City Step Up Wirtz Pursuit Amid Bayern Rivalry

Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)
May 14, 2025

Manchester City are in advanced talks to sign Florian Wirtz after Bayer Leverkusen granted them permission. The player flew to England with his family for negotiations, and a framework for a deal is verbally agreed.
City are working to finalize the transfer, aware that Leverkusen prefer selling to them over Bundesliga rivals Bayern. Bayern remain confident of convincing Wirtz, who hasn’t made a final decision yet.

Donovan Mitchell Starts Game 5 Despite Ankle Sprain

Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers)
May 14, 2025 (Game 5 vs. Indiana Pacers)

Despite a sprained left ankle, Donovan Mitchell is starting for the Cavaliers in their must-win Game 5 against the Pacers. He had missed the second half of Game 4 due to the injury and was listed as questionable.
Mitchell participated in shootaround and went through his pregame routine, indicating his availability. His presence boosts Cleveland’s chances as they face elimination. Sam Merrill (neck strain) is out.

Jayson Tatum Suffers Torn Achilles, Undergoes Surgery

Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics)
May 2025 (injured in Game 4 vs. Knicks on Monday night, surgery Tuesday afternoon)

Celtics star Jayson Tatum underwent successful surgery to repair a ruptured right Achilles tendon suffered late in Game 4 against the New York Knicks. No timetable has been given for his return.
Tatum, who had scored 42 points, collapsed in pain with three minutes remaining. He was carried off the court, unable to walk. His absence is a devastating blow to Boston’s playoff and 2025-26 season hopes.

Mavs Set to Draft Cooper Flagg, Rule Out Trading No. 1 Pick

Cooper Flagg (Dallas Mavericks)
May 2025

After winning the NBA draft lottery with just a 1.8% chance, the Dallas Mavericks plan to select Duke forward Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick and will not trade the pick for any established superstar.
Despite fan backlash from the earlier Luka Dončić trade, Mavs governor Patrick Dumont sees Flagg as a “gift” and wants to secure the franchise’s future around the 6’9″ Duke star. Flagg dominated college basketball this season, averaging 19.2 points and leading Duke to the Final Four.

Arsenal Set to Open Contract Talks with Saliba to Fend Off Real Madrid

William Saliba (Arsenal)
May 2025

Arsenal are preparing to open contract talks with William Saliba in a bid to block Real Madrid’s growing interest. The Spanish giants reportedly view the 24-year-old as their top centre-back target this summer.
Although Saliba is under contract until 2027, Arsenal are eager to secure his future with a long-term extension amid interest from Madrid, who are prioritising a defensive signing.

Watford Appoint Paulo Pezzolano as New Head Coach on One-Year Deal

Paulo Pezzolano (Watford)
May 2025

Watford have appointed Paulo Pezzolano as their new head coach on an initial one-year contract. The club views him as a “promotion specialist” to lead their push back to the Premier League.
Pezzolano replaces Tom Cleverley, who was sacked after a 14th-place finish in the Championship. This marks Watford’s 16th permanent managerial appointment in the last decade.

Arsenal & Liverpool Lead Race for Bournemouth’s Huijsen Amid Madrid, Bayern Interest

Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth)
Summer 2025

Arsenal and Liverpool are front-runners to sign Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen, whose £50m release clause can be paid in three instalments. Real Madrid and Bayern Munich remain interested but face budget constraints.
Bayern will prioritize signing Jonathan Tah on a free transfer, possibly ruling them out of the race. A decision on Huijsen’s future is expected soon.

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