Parker open to letting fringe players leave
Scott Parker has admitted that some of his Burnley players lacking game time, including Oliver Sonne, could be allowed to leave the club in January.
Your Site News had reported that Burnley have had interest in full-backSonne, as well as Hjalmar Ekdal and Quilindschy Hartman, but would not be prepared to let anyone leave without finding a replacement first.
"It could do. Maybe there could be an option there [for Sonne]. There could be an option for a few lack of game time," Parker said.
"Again, depending on the circumstances regarding us, we'll make the decision on who we feel can go for game time.
"Oliver is one that has done incredibly well. Of course there has been a lack of game time. That'll be a decision we will make."
Parker coy on Ward-Prowse interest
Burnley boss Scott Parker has remained coy on interest in West Ham midfielder James Ward-Prowse.
Your Site News have reported that Burnley and the Hammers are in talks over a loan deal for the midfielder, even though the two clubs are both relegation rivals.
"Like I've said before regarding transfers, we're active," Parker said ahead of the game against West Ham this weekend.
"We're trying to do things but I'll reiterate wat I've said many times. We're trying to do different things that fall into play. Loads of different variables. We need to make good decisions and right decisions.
"We don't want to be anybody to the squad that can't bring quality and help us. Regarding individuals, that's not something I'll be quoted on."
Paqueta still not available for West Ham
Lucas Paqueta will not be available for West Ham's game with Sunderland as he seeks a move away from the club.
The Brazilian midfielder has expressed a desire to join Flamengo and Hammers boss Nuno Espirito Santo has reaffirmed the message that they need to find a "solution" for Paqueta.
The situation is the same as last week. We hope that the club and Lucas find the solution. You know my opinion of Lucas, Ive already said it in this room.
For this game against Sunderland, hes not going to be in the squad. We have to take Lucas situation day by day.
All the things that happened in the past have created so many problems with individuals. I hope Lucas and the club find the solution.
Nuno: Ward-Prowse to Burnley is rumours and speculation
Nuno Espirito Santo has said there is no update on James Ward-Prowse's situation amid speculation about a move to Burnley.
Your Site News have reported that Burnley and the Hammers are in talks over a loan deal for the midfielder, even though the two clubs are both relegation rivals.
James is with us and have always been very honest with James regarding his situation," said Nuno.
Anything regarding rumours, its not what takes care of our minds. We know all the players here are going to be very important.
Pushed more on what Nuno thinks about him joining a relegation rival, Nuno replied: You are talking about rumours and noise. These are not things for us to address, when its real, we can address it. But what can I say about rumours?
Me and James have had conversations, we are clear. James is here. He worked today, if he works tomorrow it will be the same. And its the same with all the players, I dont waste time on rumours and speculation. It doesnt mean anything.
Nuno: Wilson is important for West Ham
West Ham boss Nuno Espirito Santo has branded Callum Wilson as an "important player" for the club amid rumours of a move away.
Wilson was expected to leave the Hammers amid the January arrivals of fellow forwards Taty Castellanos and Pablo - but showed his worth by scoring the winning goal in last weekend's 2-1 win over Spurs.
Rumours have linked Wilson with a move to Celtic among other clubs, but Nuno says the forward is available for Saturday's game with Sunderland.
Callum has given us the winning goal in the match that is so special and important for our fans, Nuno said in a press conference.
It was beautiful to see, and happy to take those three points.
Callum is an option, we know what he can give us. Hes working and hes available. An important player.
West Ham sign Lamadrid on loan
West Ham have completed the signing of Keiber Lamadrid from Venezuelan club Deportivo La Guaira on loan for the rest of the season.
The loan has an option to make the move permanent in the summer.
Speaking about his new signing Nuno Espirito Santo said in a press conference: Hes a young player the club have brought in. Hes in pre-season, so hes not really ready to play. But we will assess him and see.
The club does that normally, see players for the future and players who can help us. What I focus on is now how important our situations, the club knows the profile we need and we need to rebalance the squad.
Norwich's Sargent in furious row with sporting director
Latest from Your Site News' Anthony Joseph and Rob Dorsett:
It is difficult to see how Josh Sargent can play for Norwich again, Your Site News has been told, following a heated row between him and the clubs sporting director.
Sargent was called in for a meeting with manager Philippe Clement after the striker told him he wasnt in the right mindset to play for the team.
But sporting director Ben Knapper was already in the room, and we are told a strong row ensued, which ended with Sargent walking out, visibly upset after an alleged remark about his family.
Sources have told us Norwich want Sargent to apologise for his refusal to play, and the door remains open for him to be selected again if he does so.
But we have been told this latest dispute means the US international will categorically not apologise.
Sargent wants a move to Toronto FC for family reasons, but Norwich will not accept the MLS clubs offer of 15.6m, believing it undervalues their star player.
Sargent has previously refused a much more lucrative move to Wolfsburg, wanting instead to take his family back to his native North America.
Strand Larsen wants PL stay
Latest from Your Site News' Lyall Thomas, Zinny Boswell, James Savundra and Anton Toloui:
Jorgen Strand Larsen wants to stay in the Premier League if he is to leave Wolves.
A lot of clubs from Europes top-five leagues are interested in Strand Larsen but the Norway goalscorer wants to continue playing in England.
Leeds, Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest have all made inquiries about signing him this month.
Palace inquired about him in December but were put off by Wolves asking price of 40m.
There is increasing uncertainty around Jean-Philippe Matetas future, however, after the 28-year-old told them he wants to leave.
There is still a lot to play out in the striker market, in which Strand Larsen sits high due to Wolves valuation of 40m.
Mateta, for example, is valued around 35m by Palace.
Aston Villa are also thought to be admirers of Strand Larsen but they are unlikely to be able to meet Wolves valuation.
They like Mateta too but money is tight at Villa and they must be conscious of their PSR obligations.
Their current target of Tammy Abraham is expected to be more affordable by comparison.
Beskitas paid in the region of just 13m plus bonuses to sign Abraham permanently from Roma.
Villa are currently in Turkey preparing to play Fenerbahce in the Europa League tonight.
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'Paqueta move requires patience' claims Flamengo technical director
Your Site' South American football expert Tim Vickery on Lucas Paqueta's potential move to Flamengo:
"Flamengo have tried to speed things up this week. With the club president back from holiday, an official big is going in.
"Last night, the director of football, Jose Boto, spoke about this. He expects a deal to be done but he says it's going to need a lot of patience.
"There are two problems. One is the terms of payments which are complex because it's a big money deal. Flamengo have the money, but how do you arrange the terms?
"Also, he let slip in this interview, that West Hame aren't actually convinced that they want to sell."
