Liverpool 'in talks' with RB Leipzig star Ibrahima Konate as release clause emerges

In an update to the Oscars’ announced Covid policies, presenters and performers at next month’s Academy Awards will not be required to show proof of vaccination, but nominees and guests will.

Over the hill? More like over-the-top sexy! Some of Hollywood’s hottest and most glamorous stars — think Jennifer Lopez, Nicole Kidman and Sofia Vergara — prove that some things get better with age.

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorJeremy O. Harris moved to Los Angeles and lived in the city for about six years trying to be a “serious film actor” before becoming the celebrated playwright he is today.“I realized I didn’t love film and TV acting,” Harris says. “I loved the theater, so I started the process of becoming a theater artist in the safety and privacy of L.A.

Ellise Shafer This year’s Academy Awards will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination for most — but not all — inside the Dolby Theater, Variety has confirmed.As the New York Times first reported, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences determined on Thursday that all nominees and invited guests must show proof of vaccination and test negative at least twice via PCR testing. Those performing and presenting at the awards ceremony, on the other hand, will not need to show proof of vaccination, but will be tested rigorously.This marks a shift in the Academy’s COVID-19 policy, as it was reported on Feb.

Angelique Jackson Nearly 30 years since their Oscar-winning collaboration on “Forrest Gump,” Tom Hanks, Robert Zemeckis and Eric Roth will reunite for a new movie.The trio are set to adapt the graphic novel, “Here,” with Hanks attached to star, Zemeckis to direct and Roth to pen the script.Deadline was first to report news of the film package.More to come…

Olivia Culpo and boyfriend Christian McCaffrey.A source tells ET that «Olivia and Christian are serious and very in love,» after dating for just over two years.«They have been thinking about taking their relationship to the next level and have talked about getting engaged,» the source adds. «Christian is really close with Olivia's family and her sisters love him.»The 29-year-old Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model and the 25-year-old Carolina Panthers running back recently turned heads online when they packed on the PDA in some Valentine's Day posts Culpo shared to Instagram.«My best friend ❤️❤️❤️ happy Valentine’s Day baby» Culpo captioned a black-and-white snapshot showing the cute swimsuit-clad couple locking lips on the beach.A post shared by Olivia Frances Culpo (@oliviaculpo)Culpo had McCaffrey have not shied away from sharing their relationship — and impressive physiques — with their fans and followers over the course their romance.From kissing on the beach, to kissing over a romantic dinner date, to kissing at a photoshoot, the couple certainly have a flair for PDA.A post shared by Olivia Frances Culpo (@oliviaculpo)A post shared by Olivia Frances Culpo (@oliviaculpo)A post shared by Olivia Frances Culpo (@oliviaculpo)A post shared by Olivia Frances Culpo (@oliviaculpo) Olivia Culpo, Jasmine Sanders & Kate Bock Are SI Swimsuit Cover Models Olivia Culpo Shares Photo with 16-Year-Old Lexi Altobelli After Losing Parents and Sister in Kobe Bryant Crash Olivia Culpo Says She's Not Ready to Start Looking for Love at the 2018 CMA Awards (Exclusive)  

Britney Spears, 40, isn’t letting the former conservatorship she was locked in for 13 years hold her down any longer. After revealing yesterday that she was invited by The White House to speak in front of Congress and share her story, a source close to the singer told HollywoodLife EXCLUSIVELY that Britney wants to do her part to ensure others don’t have to experience what she went through. “Britney has been discussing with her team a lot of ways that she can give back to others who have been through similar situations,” the source said. “And she wants to help!”

Brad Pitt is taking Angelina Jolie to court over the sale of their winery.

Moving away from Instagram and coming to television sometime soon???

Arsenal and Liverpool supporters during their Premier League encounter on Saturday evening.The experienced man-in-the-middle was on hand to adjudicate between Mikel Arteta and Jurgen Klopp’s men in north London, which ended in a comfortable 3-0 win to the visitors.However, it was Attwell's appearance that got people talking rather than his performance, with many questioning his bold hairstyle as those at home await the reopening of hairdressers and barbers.The new style had all the makings of a DIY lockdown trim from home, with a harsh shave around the back and sides without any successful attempt of a fade on top.

Here are three things Klopp got right on a comfortable night for the fallen Premier League champions...Eyebrows were raised when Jota was left on the bench for this clash, given the attacker had scored three goals in two World Cup qualifiers for Portugal during the international break. Instead, Klopp opted to keep faith with the attacking trio of Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino, who kept Arsenal's defenders busy but were ultimately unable to find the back of the net in the opening 61 minutes.

Jurgen Klopp has offered a worrying update on Diogo Jota ahead of Liverpool's Champions League quarter-final with Real Madrid.The Reds face Zinedine Zidane's men at the Bernabeu on Tuesday, but it appears they could be without their Portuguese winger.Jota joined Liverpool from Wolves in the summer and scored nine goals in his first 14 matches before picking up an injury against Midtjylland which kept him out for three months.He returned to the side in early March and scored in Liverpool's last game before the international break - the decisive goal in a 1-0 win against Wolves at Molineux.His good form continued for Portugal, netting twice against Serbia and once against Luxembourg in crucial World Cup qualifiers.Jota started both matches,

Chelsea have joined the race to sign him.Wijnaldum will be out of contract this summer and will be one of the most sought-after free agents in world football.The 30-year-old has been ever-present for Liverpool this season, and Jurgen Klopp is believed to be eager to keep him.Wijnaldum was the subject of intense interest from Barcelona last year, with Ronald Koeman keen to make him one of his first signings after taking over.However, they failed to stump up the cash, and could now get him on a free. But Barca won't be the only team interested, with Spanish outlet Marca claiming Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus are all in the mix.

Liverpool are facing a huge decision ahead of the summer transfer window considering Mohamed Salah.The Reds have a number of players that are being scouted over potential arrivals when the season is over.Jurgen Klopp has seen his side try defend their first-ever Premier League title but ultimately, it looks set to end in failure.Injuries to Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez have disrupted their season and they would be happy to get a spot in the top four, let alone the title.As a result, Liverpool are looking to react in the transfer window and Klopp might have to revitalise the squad with several signings.One player being looked at is Ibrahima Konate of RB Leipzig but more attacking options have also been mooted.But paying for such a summer

Liverpool medical ahead of a potential £40m switch to Anfield. The 21-year-old defender is a rising star in the Bundesliga but even his most ardent supporters would admit he remains a work in progress.

Liverpool are in talks to sign him from RB Leipzig this summer.Konate, 21, is currently away on international duty with France Under-21s at the European Championships, playing the full 90 minutes of their 2-0 win over Russia on Sunday.But on Monday the young centre-back woke up to discover he was the subject of a major transfer revelation, with reports in The Athletic suggesting he could be headed for Liverpool at the end of the season.The Premier League champions are said to be making ‘significant progress’ in talks with Leipzig over a potential deal for Konate, who has a £34million release clause in his contract.And when asked about the rumours by L’Equipe, the player said: “I woke up, I saw my phone ringing all over the place.“I just

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Liverpool might be trying to reduce the asking price for RB Leipzig prospect Ibrahima Konate this summer because of his injury problems during his time in the Bundesliga.The 21-year-old France youth international is likely to target a regular starting berth under Jurgen Klopp should he make the Premier League switch despite their returning stars.Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez have both been spotted back in individual training with an eye on next season, with Klopp keen to put no pressure on the defensive pair.Although that could see Konate start on a more regular basis, the Reds would have looked at his recent time on the sidelines as a concern ahead of any potential bids.Since the start of the 19/20 campaign, Konate has missed 393 days

Liverpool to sign a new right-back this summer.The 22-year-old has been a virtual ever-present under Jurgen Klopp as the Reds won the Champions League and Premier League in successive seasons.But he has struggled as Liverpool’s title defence has faltered, leading to Alexander-Arnold being left out of Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the March World Cup qualifiers.The right-back has lost more defensive duels than he has won this season and has a cross accuracy of just 19 per cent.By comparison, one of his main competitors for an England shirt, Reece James, has won 30 more defensive duels and has a higher cross accuracy than the Liverpool man.And the concern over Alexander-Arnold’s form has seen Liverpool look to add to their options in

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side don't need to worry that the Atletico Madrid midfielder is a closet Liverpool fan.In fact, the pooch was named after the famous stadium because of Llorente's two goals there which helped knock Jurgen Klopp's team out of last season's Champions League.United have been linked with a move for Llorente in the summer transfer window, with reports earlier this week claiming they had offered Atleti £68.5million for his services.As well as playing in midfield, the 26-year-old can play on the right of the attack or as a second striker - hinting at a possible solution for the Red Devils' problematic right-wing slot as well as an extra option in the engine room.The 26-year-old has scored 10 goals and nine assists in all

Liverpool may need to show players the door before welcoming any new signings to Anfield this summer - and five of their current stars are facing uncertain futures on Merseyside.Jurgen Klopp will be desperate to transform his crestfallen Premier League champions back into title contenders next season, having suffered a nightmare defence of their crown this term.The Reds currently find themselves five points adrift of the top four down in seventh place, with a staggering six straight defeats at Anfield plunging their season into disarray.Many believe Klopp needs to undergo a squad revamp in the summer transfer window to propel them back to the top of English football.But according to figures presented by Swiss Ramble, Liverpool’s wage bill