In the latest football news, Oxford kicked off their pre-season preparations with a match during their training camp in Spain. The team is gearing up for the upcoming season with rigorous training and friendly matches.
There have been rumors swirling around Ipswich midfielder Idris El Mizouni potentially making a move to Oxford. According to Stuart Watson, El Mizouni was “close to joining” the club. It remains to be seen if the transfer will go through, but fans are eager to see how this plays out.
In addition to El Mizouni, Oxford is reportedly interested in Sturm Graz right-back Max Johnston. Anthony Joseph revealed that Oxford is one of three EFL clubs keeping an eye on Johnston. The defender had an impressive season, making 29 appearances and helping his team secure both the Austrian Bundesliga and Austrian Cup titles.
With speculations about El Mizouni’s transfer heating up, Oxford finally confirmed that the midfielder has signed a “long-term” deal with the club. This announcement came after initial reports suggested that the deal was already in place. Oxford fans are excited to see what El Mizouni will bring to the team and how he will contribute to their success in the upcoming season.