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Napoli Eye Arsenal Star Jesus as Fenerbahce Open Lukaku Talks

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Fenerbahce are in talks to sign Romelu Lukaku, GIVEMESPORT understands. The Belgian striker is open to a move to Turkey and is surplus to requirements at Napoli.

The Italian side are looking to sell for around €10m, and the price is not expected to prove a stumbling block.

Lukaku has only one-year left on his contract at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, and the 33-year-old has also drawn interest from MLS side Atlanta United, who have held talks with the player’s camp. MLS remains an option for Lukaku, who has also drawn interest from Saudi clubs over the past few weeks.

Fenerbahce Open Lukaku Talks

Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku

Lukaku joined Napoli from Chelsea in August 2024 and has scored 15 goals in 45 games. He got 14 goals in 2024/25 as Napoli won Serie A, but featured in only five league games last season due to injury. The back-end of last season saw Lukaku remain in Belgium ahead of the World Cup as he recovered from a hip flexor muscle issue.

The 33-year-old had a positive World Cup, scoring three goals and getting one assist as Belgium lost to eventual champions Spain in the quarter-final. That has helped attract fresh interest.

Napoli are looking to add Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus, but require outgoings first. Initial talks have taken place with Arsenal, and a transfer is possible in the region of €25m (£21.4m).

Arsenal Eyeing Attacking Reinforcements

Mikel Arteta via Reuters

Arsenal are still seeking another creative attacker, having missed out on Vinicius Junior, who extended at Real Madrid. Selling Jesus, who has been described as ‘incredible’,, is something the club are open to, even though manager Mikel Arteta still values the Brazilian striker.

Fees correct prior to summer 2026

All 10 found — excellent!

Should fellow Brazilian Gabriel Martinelli depart, Arsenal could even add two new attackers. Julian Alvarez remains the dream target despite Atletico Madrid not wishing to sell, and the player hoping Barcelona make a fresh bid.

There is appreciation for Liverpool target Bradley Barcola, while Everton Illiman Ndiaye has also been discussed. Junior Kroupi was another player on Arsenal’s radar, but a metatarsal injury has sidelined him for 3-4 months. Bournemouth sources had insisted before the injury that there was no appetite to sell the French forward.

Gabriel Jesus Premier League Stats 2025/26

Appearances

3(11)

Minutes

421

Goals

3

Assists

0

Statistics courtesy of WhoScored – correct as of 08/08/2026.

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Rangers Making Progress in Bid to Sign PSV Star Couhaib Driouech

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Rangers are making progress in their pursuit of PSV Eindhoven star Couhaib Driouech, having tabled an offer worth in the region of €7.5 million (£6.4 million) for the winger, according to Sky Sports journalist Luca Bendoni.

Driouech was productive when granted opportunities last season, netting nine times and providing eight assists across all competitions for PSV. That said, Peter Bosz kept the Moroccan on the periphery of his squad for much of last term, handing him just 946 league minutes, prompting the wide man to consider an exit this summer.

The player’s output has sparked interest from Rangers, who are desperate to bolster their forward department by adding flair on the flanks in this window.

Talks between the Scottish giants and the Eredivisie champions are said to be ongoing as the two parties seek an agreement.

Rangers Progressing in Talks For Couhaib Driouech

Derek McInnes claps the Hearts fans via Reuters

Rangers have been active in the transfer market thus far this summer, adding several players to bolster Derek McInnes’ chances of usurping Celtic for the title next season.

Ivan Pandur has arrived from Hull City for £6 million, Lawrence Shankland has joined on a free transfer from Hearts, while Partizan Belgrade star Vanja Dragojoevic has been added to the Teddy Bears’ ranks, among others.

Despite this rampant activity, Rangers’ business isn’t finished. There’s a feeling at Ibrox that more offensive firepower is needed to compete with Celtic, and they may be on the cusp of completing a statement move.

Writing on X, Sky journalist Luca Bendoni revealed that a £6.4 million bid for PSV’s Driouech has been made, and that the Gers are making progress on this front.

“Rangers are making progress in negotiations with PSV for winger Couhaib Driouech, with an offer in the region of €7.5m on the table as per Rif Elfrink, and talks ongoing pursuing an agreement. Rangers are actively looking to add another winger.” – Luca Bendoni on X.

Couhaib Driouech Would Be a Statement Signing For Rangers

Derek McInnes in the Hearts dugout

Born in the Netherlands, Driouech developed through the academy of Heerenveen, before spending three years at Eredivisie outfit Excelsior. Impressing in these three years, Dutch giants PSV made a move to sign the Morocco international in 2024.

While he’s largely fulfilled a squad role in Eindhoven, the winger has shown his quality whenever he’s been granted the opportunity to do so.

Couhaib Driouech’s Statistics 2025/26 (League Only)

Appearances

29

Minutes Played

946

Goals

4

Assists

6

Shots Per 90

3.52

Expected Goals Per 90

0.4

Chances Created Per 90

1.9

Expected Assists Per 90

0.21

Successful Dribbles Per 90

0.86

As shown by the data above, Driouech excels in the final third, displaying intelligent movement to get into dangerous positions to get shots off and creating high-quality chances for his teammates at an exceptional rate.

Just 24, Rangers would be making a statement by adding this coveted wide man to their squad, with the player primed to explode from an output perspective.

All Statistics via FotMob – correct as of 08/08/2026

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Oscar Pistorius’ Net Worth Decreased Significantly Over 8 Years in Jail

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Oscar Pistorius was once one of the most recognisable and famous athletes on the planet, but his life took a significant turn in 2013, when he fatally shot his girlfriend.

Reeva Steenkamp died after being shot through the bathroom door on Valentine’s Day in 2013. Pistorius claimed he thought it was an intruder in his house, but the South African was later found guilty of culpable homicide and sentenced to an initial five-year prison term after a lengthy court case.

However, the charge was then upgraded to murder and Pistorius ended up spending eight years and six months in jail, before being released in 2024. In that time, as would be expected, his net worth decreased dramatically.

Oscar Pistorius Lost Most of His Wealth

Oscar Pistorius Image credit: Action Images / Peter Cziborra Livepic

Pistorius claimed six gold medals during his career as a professional sprinter, rising to fame as one of the most successful Paralympians. At the height of his professional career, the South African was reportedly earning $2 million (£1.5m) yearly in sponsorship deals.

He was earning big money from brands such as Nike, BT, Thierry Mugler, Oakley and Ossur, who manufactured his prosthetic blades. According to The Mirror, Pistorius reached a peak net worth of $5 million (£3.8m) before his trial.

That has all changed after his eight-year spell behind bars. Pistorius was estimated to be worth $150,000 (£114k) upon his release from prison. His defence attorney Barry Roux claimed Pistorius ‘hadn’t earned a penny’ since legal proceedings began and that he was ‘broke’.

As part of his parole conditions, Pistorius is living in a three-storey mansion located in Pretoria. It is owned by his wealthy uncle, and the now 39-year-old will have to stay there until December 2029.

Pistorius Has a New Job and Girlfriend

Oscar Pistorius

It’s now been two years since he left prison, but Pistorius has kept a low profile ever since. It’s been reported that he’s now almost greying and unrecognisable.

According to sources in the area where he now resides, Pistorius started working for an engineering company in 2025. It’s a big change from his time as an Olympic athlete, but he’s also found time to take part in local Ironman triathlons and take up padel.

He’s also found love again, with a woman named Rita Greyling. The 33-year-old reportedly resembles Steenkamp. The pair are said to attend gospel church together.

Steenkamp’s father Barry, who has since passed away, always maintained that he’d never forgive Pistorius. Barry was convinced the former Paralympian deliberately killed his daughter, and the court proceedings almost bankrupted his family.

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Ex-NBA Player Royce White Declares For WNBA Draft

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A second former NBA player has now declared themselves for the 2027 WNBA Draft.

Following on from Enes Kanter Freedom’s declaration on Friday night, former Sacremento Kings forward Royce White has also announced himself for the Draft.

White last played in the NBA in 2014 while Freedom played 35 games for the Boston Celtics in the 2021-22 season. There is currently a divide between current members and players in the WNBA, some all for the inclusion of transgender athletes and others not on board.

The debate was sparked by Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham, who argued in July that transgender women should not compete against biological women in women’s sport.

When making his declaration on Friday, Freedom pointed to the league’s own self-identification rules and what he described as a lack of a public definition for women as his grounds for entering the Draft.

Royce White Declares For 2027 WNBA Draft

White has now followed suit, telling Fox News Digital: “I’m transgender. I’m a woman. I identify as someone identifying as a woman for purpose of basketball, professional basketball, so I’ll be declaring for the WNBA draft in 2027.

“I think I’d be unstoppable. But I’m a team-first guy. I’m a pass-first kind of player. I do the little things. I led my team in all five major stat categories at Iowa State University, so I do a little bit of everything. I’ll do whatever the coach needs me to do. I’ll do whatever the girls need me to do. It’s only fair.”

In response, the Women’s National Basketball Players Association hit back with a statement:

“The WNBPA represents 200+ individual people with different lived experiences, cultures, lifestyles and opinions. We embrace justice, equity, diversity and inclusion.

“Those are the values that unite this union and allow it to protect women’s sports while creating transformational change. Hate, abuse and demonization of any person or group of people, including transgender people, only fuel fear, division and harm. We will continue to have hard conversations. But we will not be used as political pawns.”

Will Freedom and White Actually Play in the WNBA?

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Despite there being nothing in the current WNBA rules to prevent Freedom and White from declaring for the 2027 Draft, it should be pointed out that there is a big difference between a player making themselves available for selection and actually being drafted.

In the midst of all the controversy, Sophie Cunningham has sought to clarify her original comments. She told ESPN: “I got a lot of negative feedback about me hating trans. And I’m like, ‘I never once said that’.”

With the 2027 WNBA Draft not due to take place until April, the debate over eligibility looks set to rumble on for some time to come.

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