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Ramadan: Everton’s Doucoure putting religion first before work

Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure believes playing football will not be a challenge for him to fast in the Islamic month of Ramadan that starts on Thursday. Doucoure has been a regular fixture in the Toffees' midfield and he scored a goal for Sean Dyce's men in their 2-2 Premier League draw against Chelsea, just before the international break. The 30-year-old Mali international admitted it is difficult...

Nottingham Forest eyeing replacements for injured Kouyate & Niakhate

Nottingham Forest eyeing replacements for injured Kouyate & Niakhate

Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper has hinted at the Premier League club's readiness to make new signings in the January transfer window. Forest have a depleted squad with Senegal duo Cheikhou Kouyate and Moussa Niakhate, Ivory Coast full-back Serge Aurier on the sidelines amongst others. Kouyate suffered a torn hamstring in Senegal's World Cup opening game against the Netherlands, while Niakhate is yet to play for...