A fuel smuggling scheme worth tens of thousands of dollars landed a Harare businessman behind bars after authorities caught him red-handed. Shepherd Gavaza fooled border officials for months by pretending his massive fuel shipments were headed to Zambia when he actually planned to sell them locally. The 39-year-old Westgate resident walked free on a mere 300-dollar bail bond despite allegedly cheating the government out of nearly 70,000 dollars. Magistrate Ruth Moyo will decide his fate when he returns to face the music on August 4. Prosecutors say the elaborate con job ran for most of 2023 before falling apart.
The cunning operator rented a massive Volvo truck and fuel tanker from Trip Trans Company boss Tiripano Shadreck for 3,000...
Real Madrid chiefs have slammed the door shut on fresh signings during the summer window unless current squad members head for the exit. Spanish radio powerhouse Cadena COPE broke the news that Los Blancos bosses want to stick with their existing talent pool. The Bernabeu hierarchy believes their current roster provides everything needed for success across all competitions. Club executives refuse to splash cash on new faces while their squad remains intact and fully committed.
The defending champions prefer keeping their winning formula unchanged rather than disrupting team chemistry with unnecessary additions. Madrid officials will only consider new arrivals if player departures create gaps that demand immediate attention. The royal...
Arsenal bosses have given the green light for Noni Madueke to complete his medical after Chelsea agreed to let their winger make the cross-London switch. The 23-year-old packed his bags and flew back from the Blues' American training camp as both clubs hammered out a massive 52 million pound deal. Madueke will put pen to paper on a five-year contract at the Emirates Stadium once he passes his fitness tests. The Athletic reports that Arsenal officials moved quickly to secure the England prospect before other clubs could muscle in. Chelsea chiefs decided to cash in on the former PSV star as they continue their squad overhaul.
The speedy winger becomes the second player to jump ship from Stamford Bridge to Arsenal during the current...
Marcus Rashford has made a massive financial sacrifice to land his dream move to Barcelona. The Manchester United forward plans to slash his wages by a staggering 40 percent just to make the transfer happen. Albert Fernandez broke the news that the England international will take a huge pay cut to seal his Camp Nou switch. The Red Devils star has set his heart on joining the Catalan giants despite earning millions at Old Trafford. Rashford believes the wage reduction represents a worthwhile investment in his future career prospects.
Manchester United bosses have agreed to let their star player depart but only under strict conditions. The club will sanction a loan deal that includes a mandatory purchase clause for permanent transfer...
Nottingham Forest chiefs have slammed the brakes on Morgan Gibbs-White's potential switch to Tottenham after accusing Spurs of dirty dealing. The midfield star looked set for a £60 million move to north London before Forest bosses pulled the plug on negotiations. Sky Sports sources claim the City Ground outfit believes Tottenham broke rules by approaching their player without proper permission first. Forest bigwigs reckon Spurs somehow discovered the exact release clause figure through dodgy means. The drama threatens to torpedo what seemed like a done deal just days ago.
Tottenham allegedly matched the buyout fee perfectly, which raised red flags among Forest executives who suspect foul play behind the scenes. The club's legal team is...
Real Madrid slapped a massive 100 million euro price tag on Brazilian sensation Rodrigo as transfer speculation heats up around the young star. Saudi Arabian giants Al-Nassr have been sniffing around the 23-year-old midfielder after deciding they want him to team up with Cristiano Ronaldo. The Riyadh-based club believes pairing Rodrigo with the Portuguese legend would create an unstoppable attacking force. Al-Nassr bosses have deep pockets thanks to backing from the Public Investment Fund, which makes even astronomical fees achievable. The Saudi side previously chased other Brazilian talents like Vinicius Junior and Luis Diaz without success.
Madrid chiefs have not officially signaled any desire to offload their prized asset...
Crystal Palace finds itself caught between two heavyweight suitors battling for Jean-Philippe Mateta's signature. AC Milan and Saudi powerhouse Al-Hilal have both set their sights on the French striker after his stellar performances caught European attention. The Italian giants view Mateta as their main target to bolster their attacking arsenal for the upcoming campaign. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal desperately seeks a top-tier European forward and has placed the Frenchman at the summit of their wishlist. Palace bosses face mounting pressure as both clubs circle their prized asset.
Mateta's camp has been working overtime to secure his departure from Selhurst Park before the transfer window slams shut. The striker harbors dreams of testing...
Bayer Leverkusen snatched up teenage sensation Christian Covani from Spanish club Albacete after the youngster lit up the second division last season. The 18-year-old Cameroonian striker penned a deal that keeps him at the German powerhouse through June 2029. Covani burst onto the scene with Albacete after getting promoted from their youth ranks. The promising forward netted eight goals and provided one assist across 20 first-team appearances. Spanish football insiders quickly labeled him one of the breakout stars from the lower leagues.
Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes raved about landing the teenager before other European giants could swoop in. Rolfes highlighted Covani's combination of pace and power that should add a new...
Valencia grabbed their new number one between the posts Friday when they sealed the deal for Julen Agirrezabala. The 24-year-old keeper made the switch from Athletic Bilbao after spending years playing second fiddle to Spanish international Unai Simon. Club bosses moved quickly to secure his signature following the departure of their previous shot-stopper. Georgian keeper Giorgi Mamardashvili had already packed his bags for Liverpool, leaving a massive gap that needed filling. The Basque goalkeeper brings fresh energy to the Mestalla stadium as he prepares for his first-team role.
Athletic Bilbao loses a promising talent who was waiting patiently for his big break at San Mames. Agirrezabala watched from the sidelines as Simon commanded...
