LaLiga table: Barcelona go two points clear, Real Madrid in third place

Niger Tornadoes have beefed up their squad with the signing of Usman Audu, DAILY POST reports.

Audu joined the Ikon Allah Boys from El-Kanemi Warriors.

He reunited with Kabiru Dogo who was his coach at El-Kanemi Warriors last season.

Audu played a key role in the Borno Army’s President Federation Cup triumph last season.

DAILY POST recalls that Niger Tornadoes announced the arrival of five new players last week.

Niger Tornadoes are strengthening their squad following the departure of several of their key players.

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes snap up Audu from El-Kanemi Warriors 

Former Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman has expressed his opinion on whether Marcus Rashford’s loan agreement should be made permanent this summer by the club.

The English player, currently on loan from Manchester United, set the stage for the Catalans’ El Clasico victory on Sunday by scoring a free-kick in the ninth minute.

The Blaugrana have the option to permanently sign Rashford for €30 million.

However, the LaLiga champions have not yet disclosed their position regarding the extension of his contract with the club.

Following Rashford’s remarkable performance against Real Madrid, Koeman clarified his viewpoint on the matter.

The Dutch coach emphasized that Barcelona would ‘deeply regret’ if they chose not to secure Rashford on a permanent basis.

Koeman is of the opinion that €30 million is a steal for a player of Rashford’s caliber. He also pointed out how the forward ‘thoroughly dismantled’ Real Madrid in the El Clasico with his pace and intensity.

Koeman was cited by Diario AS as saying, “If Barcelona allows him to return to Manchester United after this loan, I believe they will deeply regret it.

“Because 30 million euros in today’s market for a player with these attributes, these statistics, this experience… that is a bargain.

“Rashford poses a threat to teams. Madrid appeared frightened every time he turned and sprinted. Against Real Madrid, he utterly overwhelmed them on the counter-attack. The speed, the intensity, the directness, the confidence—Madrid could not cope with him.”

Koeman concluded by stating that it would be ‘absurd’ if the Barcelona management opted against signing Rashford permanently due to hesitance about paying €30 million for him.

“Every time Barcelona moved forward, he was the threat. He scores a free kick in El Clásico, stretches the entire defensive line, creates numerical advantages, presses, gets behind the defense, and yet there are individuals within the club who hesitate to pay 30 million euros? That seems absurd to me.”

LaLiga: ‘You’ll deeply regret it’ – Ronald Koeman warns Barça over Rashford decision

The Enugu State government have charged Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Rangers to sustain their hunger for success.

The state Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Ike Lloyd Ekweremadu gave the charge during a visit to the team.

Ekweremadu expressed satisfaction with the dedication and focus of the players in training.

Rangers are on a five- game unbeaten run in the NPFL.

“I was particularly impressed to see the players fully back to training showing true professionalism, focus, and hunger for sustained success,” Ekweremadu stated during his visit.

“It was a pleasure engaging with the team, celebrating their achievements, and encouraging continued dedication, unity, and excellence on and off the pitch.”

Rangers will do battle with defending champions Remo Stars in their next game in Enugu.

NPFL: Enugu govt urges Rangers to keep pushing for success