We reported earlier that Eddie Nketiah is close to joining Crystal Palace and a deal for the Arsenal frontman is getting even closer to being done.The deal is worth up to £30m and believed to be £25m upfront with £5m in add-ons.Arsenal have given permission to Nketiah to do his medical with the Eagles and it is understood that agreeing personal terms for the England international will not be a problem.

Nketiah medical given go ahead

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NAPLES, Italy (AP) — Excitement is ramping up in Naples over the rekindling of the winning combination of Romelu Lukaku and Antonio Conte. Chelsea forward Lukaku landed in the Italian city on Wednesday to finalise his transfer to Napoli, and more than 100 fans greeted the Belgian international when he arrived at the club’s clinic to complete his medical.

Lukaku lands in Italy to finalise move to Napoli and rekindle winning relationship with Conte

"Is it….!? We'll definitely get you a cup of tea," smiled Steve Cooper in the opening line of his news conference.He had just been asked by a reporter, likely to be stationed at Leicester's Seagrave training ground on Friday, about deadline day.It has not been the easiest of windows for the Foxes but Cooper was insistent on Thursday, before Saturday's visit of Aston Villa, there will be no regrets come the end of it on Friday night.The signing of Genk attacking midfielder Bilal El Khannouss for about £21m is getting closer and the Foxes should avoid any late worries with the 20 year old.In an ideal world, Cooper would have perhaps added another striker. Jamie Vardy cannot go on forever, despite his scoring start against Tottenham, and goals remain the biggest concern.Abdul Fatawu, Caleb Okoli, Jordan Ayew, Oliver Skipp, Michael Golding, Bobby De Cordova-Reid and Facundo Buonanotte are all through the door and Leicester's midfield with Skipp and Harry Winks looks promising.Once the window closes at 23:00 BST on Friday, he has four months until the January one and must be able to gel the team into one which he said represents him and one which the fans believe in.

Cooper will have no transfer regrets for Leicester

Were you at the game or following from elsewhere?Tell us what you thought of Chelsea's performanceCome back to this page on Friday morning to find a selection of your repliesFollow reaction and read the match report

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GENOA, Italy (AP) — Andrea Pirlo was fired as coach by Sampdoria on Thursday after the second-division team picked up just one point from its opening three league matches. Sampdoria drew the opening match of the Serie B season but lost the following two to leave it third from bottom in the fledgling standings.

Andrea Pirlo fired as coach by Sampdoria after just 1 point from 3 matches

A trainee surgeon already in prison for raping two women has been given a further custodial sentence for misusing patient records at two hospitals. Salil Korambayil, 32, of Redhill, Surrey, was jailed in December 2023 for raping the two women in their Devon and Cornwall homes after he pursued them online.

Rapist surgeon sentenced for misusing patient records

The 29-year-old Sark man's body was discovered by a cruise ship off the Devon coast in 2021.

Death of man found by cruise ship remains unexplained

Jake Spencer has shared his story to raise awareness and empower people to seek a second opinion.

'My cancer was misdiagnosed for three years'

Amina's son left Senegal on a boat to reach Spain. His body was found off the Dominican Republic.

‘I found out that my son had died on social media’

The 57-year-old man is also charged with assaulting an emergency worker.

Man charged following house explosion

A 17-year-old boy is found guilty of the murder of Holly Newton in Hexham, Northumberland.

Teenager guilty of murdering Holly Newton, 15

A pram and drum-kit are among some of the items that have been dumped along a street in Bulwell.

Fly-tipping is 'out of control' say residents

Four puppies found abandoned at the side of a country lane are believed to have starved to death. The 12-week-old spaniel-type dogs were found dead, soaking wet and lying in grass on Moor Road near Staindrop, County Durham. The male puppies were from the same litter and dumped 24 to...

Four 'starved' abandoned puppies found dead

The rider crashed near to Dean Clough Industrial Estate on Thursday, police say.

Motorcyclist seriously injured in A629 crash

White paint daubed in three locations is removed by Birmingham City Council.

Police investigate 'no whites' graffiti on walls

As Friday's 23:30 BST transfer deadline edges closer, where do Ross County still need to strengthen and what deals would you like completed before the window closes?Have your say here. 

What signings do Ross County still need?

Police say after the XL bully attacked another dog, its owners allegedly threatened the dog owner.

Appeal after dog injured in XL bully 'attack'

Hibs say they are "disgusted" with alleged racist abuse directed at Elie Youan on social media.The club have launched an investigation into the Instagram message and vowed to take "the strongest possible action".Hibs' statement added: "The club condemns this abhorrent action in the strongest possible way."Racism and any kind of discrimination have no place at Hibernian FC, in football, or society as a whole."Elie has the full support of everyone at Hibernian."

Hibs condemn alleged racist abuse of Youan

A major scientific breakthrough could halt a devastating pest and save the Scottish potato industry from collapse.

Could 'super potatoes' save the tattie industry?

The court heard Ryan Johnston entered the KFC outlet, brandished a knife and demanded cash.

Man jailed for 'shocking' KFC armed robbery

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Chiesa is a 'dangerous move'

Long-time admirers of Federico Chiesa, Liverpool are bringing in the Italy international to complement a forward line already boasting Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez, Diogo Jota, Cody...

Chiesa is a 'dangerous move'

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