Royston Drenthe

Royston Drenthe

Royston Drenthe

  • Date of Birth: 8 April 1987
  • Birthplace: Rotterdam, Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Position: Midfielder, Winger

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Reading manager Nigel Adkins after two more signings

Reading manager Nigel Adkins said his club are after two more signings this summer, having already signed Dutch winger Royston Drenthe, Wayne Bridge, and Danny Williams. 

Nigel Adkins wants new additions at Reading

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Wenger urges Arsenal focus for remainder of season

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Everton's Heitinga set for Spain switch?

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Liverpool to hijack Royston Drenthe move

Liverpool want to hijack city rivals Everton's permanent deal for Real Madrid wide man Royston Drenthe at the end of the season. Kenny Dalglish will make a 5.5m GBP move for the Dutchman next summer.

Preview: Everton vs Manchester United

Alex Ferguson this week said that Wayne Rooney is still considered a traitor to Everton fans, and much of the build up to this game has focused on the England striker. Nevertheless, Man Utd will be hoping Rooney is in form and morale dented after 6-1 defeat to Man City is fully restored.

Everton leave it late to beat Fulham

Everton piled the pressure on Fulham and Martin Jol, as the Toffees stormed to a 3-1 victory over the Cottagers today. Real Madrid loanee Royston Drenthe got the ball rolling with the first goal, before Bryan Ruiz equalised. Last minute goals from Jack Rodwell and Louis Saha secured the 3 points.

Everton name 18 players in league squad

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