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Fulham Coach Hails Bassey’s Attitude, Work Ethic

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Fulham manager Álvaro Arbeloa has praised Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey for his exceptional work ethic, professional attitude, and strong pre-season performances.

The Spanish tactician made this known after the team’s 1-0 victory over Stuttgart at Craven Cottage in a preseason friendly on Saturday afternoon.

Bassey’s Exceptional Work Ethic

Reacting after the game, Arbeloa highlighted the defender’s commitment in training and matches, pointing out that the Nigerian international embodies the exact qualities needed for the team.

“Calvin is a proper and top player for my style of game because we need to defend so high and leave a lot of space behind. He has everything,” Arbeloa told Fulham media.

Leadership Potential

“He is a funny guy, but when we have to work, he is always the first one. I love Calvin, and he can be our leader. “

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Bassey impressed during pre-season matches, earning praise for his physical strength and ability to play out from the back.

The defender continues to be an important presence for both club and country, drawing positive attention from the new coaching setup at Fulham.

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Chukwueze Relishes New Milan Role Under Amorim

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Samuel Chukwueze is adapting well to his new role at AC Milan under head coach Ruben Amorim, Completesports.com reports.

The Nigeria international delivered an impressive performance in Milan’s 4-2 pre-season friendly victory over Manchester United in Wroclaw last weekend, contributing a goal and two assists.

Chukwueze, 27, has been deployed as a wing-back by Amorim as he adjusts to the Portuguese coach’s tactical system.

The versatile winger is determined to seize the opportunity and establish himself as a regular starter for the Rossoneri. His strong pre-season display has provided an early indication that he could play a key role for Milan under Amorim.

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Done Deal: Olayinka Joins Saudi Club Al Wehda

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Nigerian forward Peter Olayinka has completed a permanent move to Saudi Arabian club Al Wehda.

Olayinka joined the Red Giants on a free transfer after parting ways with Cypriot side APOEL Nicosia.

The 30-year-old scored two goals in 14 league appearances during his spell with APOEL.

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The well-travelled forward has previously played in Czechia, Serbia, Cyprus and Belgium.

Olayinka enjoyed the most successful period of his career at Czech First League side Slavia Prague, where he won three league titles and three Czech Cups.

The versatile attacker also enjoyed success with Serbian giants Red Star Belgrade, helping the club win the domestic double twice.

He was also a member of the Super Eagles squad for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

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REVEALED: 10 Most Expensive Things Erling Haaland Spends His Money On [FULL LIST]

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Erling Haaland is a 25-year-old Norwegian professional football player who’s recently been going viral for one reason or another. First, his hair looks rather goofy. Second, he’s regarded as one of the best and most dominant shooters in the world, with his extreme speed, strength, and clinical precision. And third, the guy is not only loaded but also extremely generous.

Haaland’s most expensive purchases span real estate, high-fashion style, jets, massive farewell gifts, and more, so let’s see just how rich this football legend really is.

1. The Custom Biohacking Cryotherapy Chamber — $60,000

Known for his obsessive physical recovery routines, Haaland spent a small fortune to install a state-of-the-art cryotherapy chamber directly into his home. The walk-in pod uses liquid nitrogen to drop temperatures to a freezing -140°C (-220°F) to rapidly reduce inflammation and speed up muscle recovery after games. And you know it works because of the unmatched results.

2. The 1594 Viking Saga Manuscript — $134,000

This ancient Viking Saga manuscript is the single most expensive book ever sold at an auction in Norway. Haaland and his father placed an anonymous bid to secure the only surviving, complete copy of the 1594 edition of Heimskringla (The Sagas of the Kings). He immediately donated the historical artifact to his hometown library in Bryne so the public could view it for free. He’s pretty much a national hero at this point.

3. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Black Panther” Concept — $350,000

This little baby is an incredibly rare, futuristic piece of watchmaking micromechanics. Only 250 pieces have been produced worldwide. This gorgeous watch features a hand-painted, 18-carat white gold 3D sculpture of the Marvel superhero Black Panther on the dial, set into a titanium and ceramic case.

4. The Borussia Dortmund Farewell Gifts — $600,000+

When leaving German football club Borussia Dortmund for Manchester City, Haaland spent over half a million dollars on a massive parting gesture. He purchased and custom-engraved 30 luxury Rolex watches (valued at around $16,000 each) for all of his teammates, alongside 20 Omega watches (valued at roughly $5,000 each) for the team’s coaching and medical staff.

5. The Patek Philippe Nautilus “Tiffany Blue” 5711 — $2.5+ Million

While Haaland owns a massive and extremely expensive watch collection, his absolute crown jewel is the legendary timepiece Patek Philippe Nautilus “Tiffany Blue” 5711. Featuring a striking turquoise dial, only 170 units were ever made to mark the partnership between Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. While the retail price wasn’t a whole lot, it’s the secondary market that boosted the value tremendously. Acquiring one of these watches requires top-tier brand status, not to mention some really deep pockets, of which Haaland has both.

6. Luxury Apartment in Oslo — $3.28 Million

Everyone needs a home, even if they travel a lot and live in a different country. So, to maintain a permanent foothold in his home country, Haaland invested in a high-end apartment in Oslo, Norway’s capital. Located in an exclusive residential enclave, the property serves as his private base whenever he returns home for international breaks or off-season training.

7. The Bugatti Tourbillon Hypercar — $5.0 Million

You’ve heard of speedy cars and supercars, but this one’s a bit different. The ultimate masterpiece in Haaland’s densely populated garage is this ultra-exclusive hybrid hypercar, limited to just 250 units worldwide—the Bugatti Tourbillon. Replacing the legendary Bugatti Chiron, it features an 8.3-liter V16 engine running alongside three electric motors that generate a staggering 1,800 horsepower and a top speed clearing 440 km/h. This hypercar is undoubtedly Haaland’s favorite, and we can’t blame him.

8. The Pilatus PC-12 Private Jet — $5.3 Million

While he initially co-owned a smaller Piper M600, Haaland decided to upgrade his private fleet with this luxury turboprop, dubbed the “Swiss Army knife of planes.” It features a custom BMW-designed cabin interior, six high-end business-class seats, and a pressurized cabin allowing him to travel quietly and securely between international matches and family holidays. Celebrities& Entertainment News

9. The Marbella Golden Mile Villa — $7.12 Million

Haaland bought this 22,000-square-foot luxury villa, which acts as his main holiday home at the time when he was supposedly moving to Spain. The elite resort-style estate is tailor-made for his intense athletic recovery routines, complete with an outdoor swimming pool, an advanced gym, a sauna, an underground level for total privacy, and its own personal football pitch. Celebrities& Entertainment News

10. The Cheshire Countryside Estate — $8.21 Million

As if the villa in Spain weren’t enough of a flex, Halland also purchased the Cheshire Countryside Estate as his primary residence in England. This newly built 10-bedroom, four-story mansion sits on a massive property that has all you’d ever want or need, like a private lake, a huge swimming pool, horse stables, landscaped gardens, and a large treehouse. He also recently acquired planning permits to add an expansive garage to the estate, so he’ll probably be getting even more luxurious cars.

 

 

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