Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, 22, has joined Benfica on a season-long loan - the seventh club he's played for [Getty Images]Some of football's most celebrated players stayed loyal to a single club for their entire career. The Premier League's most-decorated player, Ryan Giggs, is one, so too AC Milan legend Paolo Maldini, Roma's Francesco Totti and Arsenal defender Tony Adams. Perhaps some current players such as Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden might join them too.But there are players at the other end of the spectrum, those who can look back on a lengthy list of employers, and sometimes while their career is still in its infancy.The most famous current example is Jhon Duran, the former Aston Villa striker joining the seventh club of his career at the age of just 22 last week.He joins others who were in danger of acquiring the journeyman tag before their 23rd birthday. These are some of those players.Freddy Adu - eight different clubsFormer USA international Freddy Adu played for 15 clubs during his career - more than half of which were by the age of 22. [AFP via Getty Images]Dubbed "the next Pele" by some, Freddy Adu was signed by Nike at 13, played Major League Soccer for D.C. United at 14 and made his debut for the United States at 16.Between 2004 and 2011, he signed for eight different clubs, playing in the US, Portugal, Monaco, Greece and Turkey - and even completed a trial at Manchester United in 2006 - all by the age of 22. In 2012, Adu spoke of how signing for Benfica in 2007 was "not a good decision". "As an 18-year-old, there was too much pressure to win right away and I went through three coaches in one year."Adu, now 37, last played in 2021 for Osterlen FF in Sweden.Matej Delac - eight different clubs Matej Delac training with Chelsea in 2012. [AFP via Getty Images]In 2010, Croatian goalkeeper Matej Delac signed for Chelsea from Inter Zapresic.Despite spending eight years at the club, most of his time was spent on loan. By the age of 22, he'd played for eight different clubs - without making a single competitive first-team appearance for the Blues.Delac, now 33, currently plays for AC Horsens in Denmark.Nathaniel Chalobah - seven different clubsFormer England international Nathaniel Chalobah made 113 league appearances for Watford. [AFP via Getty Images]In 2017, Watford signed 22-year-old Nathaniel Chalobah from Chelsea on a five-year deal.Although it was the midfielder's first permanent transfer of his career, he had already completed six loan spells (including one with the Hornets in 2012), meaning he had played for a total of seven different clubs by the age of 22.Chalobah made an impressive start to life at Watford, earning a call-up to the senior England squad for the final round of 2018 World Cup qualifiers. In October 2018, he won his only cap, coming on as a substitute in a 3-2 Uefa Nations League victory over Spain.Now 31, he's currently without a club having left Sheffield Wednesday following the 202526 season.Josh McEachran - seven different clubsJosh McEachran helped Chelsea win the FA Youth Cup for the first time in 50 years. [AFP via Getty Images]Josh McEachran was regarded as one of Chelsea's brightest prospects after breaking into the first team as a 17-year-old in 2010, going on to make 22 senior appearances for the club.He spent the 201415 season loaned to Dutch club Vitesse Arnhem after previous loan spells with Swansea, Middlesbrough, Watford and Wigan.At the age of 22, he signed for Brentford for an undisclosed fee - the seventh club of his career.At the time of the move, the midfielder spoke about it being time for him "to get out" of Chelsea and how the transfer would give him "stability".McEachran, 33, spent last season with Bristol Rovers in League Two.Ryan Bertrand - six different clubs Ryan Bertrand playing for Norwich in 2008. [AFP via Getty Images]Ryan Bertrand began his professional career at Chelsea and, by the age of 22, had played for six clubs following multiple loan movesThese included two spells each at Bournemouth and Norwich City respectively, as well as loan stints with Oldham Athletic, Reading and Nottingham Forest.The former England international was loaned out a total of nine separate occasions while at Chelsea before signing permanently for Southampton in 2015, aged 25.At Chelsea, the left-back made his European debut in the Blues' victory over Bayern Munich in the 2012 final.Bertrand has been out of the game since leaving Leicester City in 2023.Alen Halilovic - six different clubsCroatian midfielder Alen Halilovic signed for Barcelona in 2014. [AFP via Getty Images]After beginning his professional career with Dinamo Zagreb at the age of 16, highly rated Croatian midfielder Alen Halilovic earned a permanent move to Barcelona, where he spent two years before joining Hamburg for a further two seasons.During his time at the Nou Camp, he played primarily for Barcelona B before spending the 201516 season on loan at Sporting Gijon.After joining Hamburg in 2016, he was loaned out to La Liga side Las Palmas during the 201718 campaign.In 2018, shortly after his 22nd birthday, he signed for AC Milan, the sixth club of his career - while Italy became the fourth different country in which he had played.The midfielder later had spells with Birmingham City and Reading. He now plays for Fortuna Sittard in the Netherlands.Ravel Morrison - six different clubsRavel Morrison playing for West Ham in 2013. [AFP via Getty Images]Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson once claimed that 14-year-old Ravel Morrison was the most talented youngster he had seen at the club since Paul Scholes. However, Morrison's career was hindered by legal issues and disciplinary problems.He left United, signing for West Ham United in 2012, where he went on to have loan spells with Birmingham City, Queens Park Rangers and Cardiff City.Before his 23rd birthday, he'd signed for Lazio in Italy - his sixth club in five years.Reflecting on his career in 2021, the midfielder described West Ham as one of the most "enjoyable" places he played.However, reports of a disagreement over a contract with then-manager Sam Allardyce brought his time with the Hammers to an end.The 33-year-old now plays for Arabian Falcons F.C. in the UAE Second Division.Nicolas Anelka - four different clubs Nicolas Anelka playing for Real Madrid in 1999. [AFP via Getty Images]By the age of 22, Nicolas Anelka had won the Double with Arsenal in 1998 and the Champions League with Real Madrid in 2000.He began his career with Paris St-Germain but left in 1997, saying he was not playing enough and that a lack of first-team opportunities was harming his international prospects.While at Arsenal, Anelka claimed he was unhappy with the English media, whom he accused of inventing stories about him.He moved to Real Madrid in 1999 but struggled to settle in Spain and re-signed for PSG in 2000. He returned to the Premier League in 2001, signing on loan for Liverpool aged 22.In total, the Frenchman played for 12 clubs across seven different countries during his career. Klopp starts Germany reign by threatening to quitHow do Manchester City manage the Rodri dilemma?

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Manchester City are growing in confidence that theyll sign Ayyoub BouaddiEvery indication is that elegant Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi is the second midfielder that Manchester City are aiming to sign this summer. Signing Bouaddi is imperative for City to future-proof their midfield. The 18-year-old Moroccan international looms as a player that City could build their midfield around for the long-term. Bouaddis ability to maintain possession, read the game and drive the ball up the pitch at such a young age makes him one of the most highly rated young midfielders in European football. It has now been reported that Manchester City are confident of agreeing a deal with Lille to sign Bouaddi as their midfield revamp is seemingly taking shape.Manchester City are confident of landing one of the most sought after midfielders available.Jack Johnson has reported for TeamTalk that Manchester City are increasingly confident that will agree a deal with Lille to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi. Furthermore, it is also reported that if City do agree to sign the Moroccan international from Lille they will not be loaning him back to the Ligue One side. As per Jack Johnsons report Lille are asking for 85.3 to sell their prized asset. They would demand 68 million if Bouaddi was loaned back to them for next season. The indication is that City will pay around 85 million to sign Bouaddi provided that they settle on a deal with Lille.Signing Ayyoub Bouaddi now looks to be a major priority for City based on Rodris situation.The midfield situation at Manchester City is ever-evolving. It would seem that the chances that Rodri could leave City for Real Madrid this summer have increased exponentially. City do still have Nico Gonzalez who could attempt to fill that particular void. The possibility that Nico OReilly could move into midfield is also a possibility. Elliot Andersons arrival at the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders adds another quality midfielder to their ranks. However, if Rodri leaves, even if he stays, Manchester City do need another midfielder. Especially one who could one day replace Rodri. Ayyoub Bouaddi does loom as that player.Ayyoub Bouaddi is a player who could become a long-term player for Manchester City. Of course they have to sign him from Lille first. Bouaddis age and already established pedigree makes an elite long-term prospect for the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders. Finding a player, especially a midfielder, with those traits is especially difficult. City seem to have identified in Bouaddi and are determined to sign him.Manchester Citys confidence is growing that they will sign Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille this summer. Bouaddis star rose due to his exceptional performances for Morocco at the World Cup and City will hope to sign him sooner rather than later.

Just in: 19-year-old academy graduate backed to become Barcelonas own Rodri for the next decadeBarcelona have largely not had to enter the transfer window to sign superstars in recent seasons, due to the immense talent coming through La Masia.Although the club also had their hands tied by their financial situation, it coincided with one of the best golden generations the academy has produced.Among the flag-bearers of this golden generation is Marc Bernal. He is increasingly being viewed as one of Barcelonas most important long-term projects.There is growing belief inside the club that the teenage midfielder can become the natural successor in the holding role that has lacked a permanent owner since Sergio Busquets left.According to SPORT, Bernal is regarded as Barcelonas version of Rodri, a midfielder capable of controlling games from the base of midfield and becoming the foundation of both Bara and Spain for years to come.Barcelona see Bernal as the futureThe defensive midfield position has remained one of the clubs biggest challenges since Busquets departure.Barcelona have their own Rodri. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)While Frenkie de Jong has operated there at times, Barcelona believe Bernal possesses the profile needed to make the position his own.The club feel the 19-year-old has the qualities to leave a lasting mark at Barcelona, and there is a growing sense that Hansi Flick should place his trust in the La Masia graduate as part of the clubs long-term project.Bernals intelligence, composure in possession and ability to dictate the tempo of matches have made him one of the academys standout prospects.Comparisons with Rodri continue to growThe comparison to Rodri is based less on playing style alone and more on his potential influence.Like the Spain international, Bernal is viewed as someone who can provide balance, protect the defence and become the player everything flows through in midfield.Barcelona have high hopes for Marc Bernal. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has already recognised Bernals potential by calling him up for the friendlies before the World Cup, with the expectation that he could become an important figure ahead of the 2028 or 2030 tournaments.Manchester City themselves have identified Bernal as a potential transfer target at a time when Rodri is linked with an exit, further underlining the comparison.The good thing for Bara is that, in Hansi Flick, they have a manager who has shown immense faith in Bernal since his first day at the club.With Frenkie de Jong out injured for the foreseeable future, there is no doubt that the teenager is going to see a lot of minutes in the coming months.It remains to be seen how Bernal fares and whether this is the season in which he makes the world sit up and take notice of his potential.

Dont forget Liverpool reporter issues Djed Spence transfer verdict amid Anfield linksDjed Spence has been increasingly linked with a potential move to Liverpool in recent days, although one seasoned journalist has explained why the England right-back mightnt be the wisest acquisition to make.The Tottenham Hotspur man embellished his reputation at the World Cup, with both Gary Neville and Ian Wright saying (via The Overlap) that he was the Three Lions best defender at the tournament, in which they finished third.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL EMPIRE OF THE KOP APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ONAPPLE&GOOGLE PLAYDave Davis of Anfield Index recently stated that the Reds absolutely are having a serious look at the 25-year-old as a prospective signing this summer because of his pace, versatility and ball-carrying abilities, adding that its one to keep an eye on in the coming weeks.Ian Doyle addresses Djed Spence transfer linksHowever, in a readers Q&A for the Liverpool Echo, Ian Doyle outlined why Spence mightnt be the most ideal defender for LFC to bring in.He wrote:Probably an ideal solution is signing a centre-back who can play at right-back also, or bringing in a right-back on loan for the season, because Liverpool will not want to spend a fortune on a player who they readily admit wont be a regular once [Conor] Bradley is back although the 23-year-olds injury record as a professional is very patchy, which could also be a consideration.Djed Spence is neither of those things. He would be very expensive for a start; and dont forget, clubs should never, ever, ever buy a player on the back of a decent showing at the World Cup.Want more Empire of the Kop coverage? Add us as apreferred source on Googleto your favourites list for news you can trustSpence mightnt make the most sense for LiverpoolAlthough the Spurs defender is quite adaptable between either flank, he doesnt have experience of covering at centre-back, a position where Liverpool could probably do with one more reinforcement who similar to Joe Gomez can play centrally or out wide.Also, as Doyle rightly warned, the 25-year-olds asking price is likely to be exorbitant off the back of his World Cup exploits, not to mention that hes an England international coming into his prime footballing years, so his hypothetical price tag would be heavily inflated.Andoni Iraola seems committed to fielding Bradley as his starting right-back once he returns from injury (although that point remains some way off yet), with Jeremie Frimpong deputising in the meantime.In our opinion, Liverpool would be better off exploring a move for someone like Jules Kounde, whos equally comfortable at centre-back and right-back and is reportedly available from Barcelona for 55m, not at all excessive for a 27-year-old whos proven at the highest level.Lets wait and see if the Spence rumours have sustained legs to them or are merely fleeting. Wed agree with Doyles reservations about signing the Spurs defender, who for all his talents doesnt seem to be the most ideal fit for the Reds.

Englands Gabriel Langton was conscious and talking after being rushed to hospirtal after a horror fall during the mens team gymnastics final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.Langton, 19, landed on his head after coming off the horizontal bar, bringing the action inside the arena to a halt. He received medical treatment on the floor for several minutes before taken away on a stretcher wearing a head brace.Langton was conscious, moving and speaking with doctors, team officials said."We are grateful to the medical teams who responded immediately to provide assistance," Team England said in a statement. "He has been taken to hospital and we will share more information when it is available."The incident cast a shadow over the remainder of the competition, with England settling for silver behind Canada after action resumed.Australia claimed bronze, securing their first men's team gymnastics medal since winning gold at the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi.Langton, who had been drafted into the squad as a replacement for injured six-time Olympic medallist Max Whitlock, could not celebrate his team's podium finish."From what we've heard, he's doing OK," said Langton's teammate, Luke Whitehouse. "Gymnastics is such a dangerous sport and things like this remind us of that. It's one of those things you have to put out of your mind."additional reporting by Reuters

Manchester City mainstay willing to accept any proposal from Real Madrid reportThe past few days have been very eventful from a Real Madrid perspective, for the club has entered a position of power in two top transfer operations.One, which surprisingly began last night, was the operation to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig as an effort to strengthen the right flank.The second, and more well-known operation they are involved in, is the one to bring Rodri from Manchester City back to Spain. After all, he is seen as the missing piece in the midfield puzzle.Rodris desperationAs reported in a recent update provided by El Larguero, the Manchester City midfielder is desperate to sign for Real Madrid and return to Spain, to the point where he does not bother about the financial specifics.Rodri is pushing for a Real Madrid move. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)The World Cup winner will reportedly accept any proposal thrown his way from Real Madrid without any fuss as long as they reach an agreement with his current club.The player does not care about the money at this point in his career, and would do anything to secure his dream move back to Spain, specifically to the Spanish capital.A useful renewal standoffWhat has heavily helped Real Madrid in the entire Rodri saga is the players commitment to ensuring the move goes through. After all, Manchester City have been pushing for a renewal from their end.His Manchester City stint is likely to be over. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)The Blues continue to be hopeful of securing Rodris future beyond next season, but the player himself has been holding off talks in the hope of an exit this summer.Real Madrid, meanwhile, remain in contact with his entourage and are proposing a lucrative contract that will see him at the club until 2030.The big question, however, remains around the agreement between Real Madrid and Manchester City and the transfer fee that will be involved.Rodris market value is relatively high after his Golden Ball-winning performance at the FIFA World Cup, where he led his country to their second-ever title.Manchester City, thus, are expecting a massive payout along the lines of 100 million, but Los Blancos are pushing for a much lower fee in the 60 million ballpark.

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