EPL: Nigerian-born Dennis, Etebo To Miss Watford Trip To Chelsea

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4 years ago

May 21, 2022

Nigerian duo, Emmanuel Dennis and Oghenekaro Etebo have been ruled out of Watford Premier League clash against Chelsea at the Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

Dennis has missed Watford’s last three games as a result of knee injury.

The versatile forward sustained the injury in the Hornets’ 2-1 defeat to Burnley at the Vicarage Road on April 30.

The 24-year-old is Watford’s top scorer in the Premier League this season, with 10 goals in 33 outings.

Dennis is expected to leave Watford this summer following the London club’s relegation to the Sky Bet Championship.

West Ham United and Crystal Palace are rumoured to be interested in the player, who could cost around £20m.

His compatriot, Etebo will also play no part in the game after picking up an injury in training during the week.

Etebo has endured an injury ravaged campaign for Roy Hodgson’s side, spending over four months on the sidelines.

The 26-year-old ruptured his thigh muscle in the 1-1 home draw against Newcastle United last September and underwent surgery afterwards.

The midfielder has made just nine league appearances for Watford.

He linked up with Watford from Stoke City on a season-long loan deal last summer and is expected to return to his parent club at the end of the campaign.

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EPL: Chelsea Set To Sanction First Summer Transfer Under Alonso

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May 28, 2026

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According to the BBC Sport, the Blues are ‘open’ to selling Filip Jorgensen this summer after the goalkeeper indicated his desire to leave Stamford Bridge.

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The 24-year-old shot-stopper was expected to compete for the number one position with goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, but he made just 11 Premier League appearances over the two seasons.

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EPL: ‘Go For Alvarez’ – Paul Merson Hands Arsenal Two Signings To Make

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May 26, 2026

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Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has handed his old club two signings to make in the summer.

Merson wants Arsenal to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez and a new midfielder.

“I would get a centre forward this summer, I would go for Julian Alvarez,” Merson said on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast.

“I am a big fan. If they could get him, I would. I still think they probably need another midfield player as well.”

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EPL: Wayne Rooney Picks Most Improved Player This Season

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May 26, 2026

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Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has picked the Red Devils defender Luke Shaw as the most improved player in the Premier League following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.

Speaking on his BBC podcast, Rooney said, “I think, for me, Luke Shaw. I think Luke Shaw has been the most improved player this season.

“I know he is an experienced player now, but I think his level this season has been much better than it has been in recent seasons.

“People might look at Kobbie Mainoo but I don’t think he’s improved. It was just the fact he wasn’t playing under the former manager so it wasn’t good or bad.”

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