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How Tottenham hint on Pochettino’s United move

Tottenham Hotspur chiefs are reportedly giving up on keeping Argentina manager Mauricio Pochettino at the club with the interest coming from Man United ahead of the coming season. Mauricio Pochettino has transformed Tottenham since he took over at the club. They have been able to break into the big Premier League teams and also compete for the league title. Most importantly, the North London outfit will have been playing in the Champions League for the past two seasons ahead of Arsenal. The feat by the Argentina international has attracted the … [Read more...]

Sterling Pays Tribute To Late Player In England Win

Former Liverpool attacker Raheem Sterling paid tribute to a late Crystal Palace player during the Three Lions' dominant win over Czech Republic in their Euro 2020 qualifying opener. The Three Lions of England had too much quality for their opponents with the help of Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling. He scored a treble as England ran out 5-0 winners in their Group A clash at the Wembley Stadium. After his hattrick goal, Raheem Sterling raised his shirt up in tribute to Damary Dawkins who died of leukaemia earlier this week. … [Read more...]

Cagliari Chief Reveals Chelsea’s Interest In Barella

Cagliari president Tommaso Giulini has confirmed Chelsea’s interest in one of his players. In a recent interview with popular Italian transfer news outlet Corriere dello Sport, Giulini revealed that the Blues wanted to sign highly rated midfielder Nicolo Barella. According to him, Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri was interested in signing Barella. Tommaso Giulini also revealed that talks were held with Chelsea over the Italian international player. The Cagliari supremo went ahead to reveal the interest of both Inter Milan and … [Read more...]

Why Van Dijk Must Win Trophies To Be Great

Former Chelsea defender Mario Melchiot has told Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk that he has to win trophies before the Dutch centre back can be referred to as one of the legends of the game. Dutch international right-back Melchiot spoke about Virgil Van Dijk and the need for him to win trophies in a chat with the Daily Express. Virgil Van Dijk has been turning heads since his move from Southampton to Liverpool at the start of last year with many comparing him to retired defensive stalwarts like Paolo Maldini, Alessandro Nesta and many … [Read more...]

Fact! Liverpool Can Win Both Premier League And Champions League

Liverpool legend Patrick Berger has backed the Reds to make a major statement by winning both the Premier League title and the Champions League title. According to him, Liverpool have shown the quality needed to win the two major trophies. The former Liverpool winger spoke about his former club in an interview with popular media channel Sky Sports as he revealed that the Reds are well placed in the two competitions previously mentioned. Liverpool are the new Premier League leaders after their last league game. The Reds secured top spot … [Read more...]

Mikel Obi Narrates Father’s Kidnap Ordeal

Middlesbrough midfielder John Mikel Obi has opened up on his father’s kidnapping ordeal during last summer’s FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia. The former Chelsea player was on duty for the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia while his father was being kidnapped. John Mikel Obi was informed of his father’s kidnap shortly before he led the Super Eagles for their final game in Group D of the tournament. Mikel Obi and Nigeria crashed out of the tournament after they were beaten 2-1 by two-time world champions … [Read more...]

Two players are latest to be linked as Ramsey’s replacement

AC Milan star Franck Kessie and Cagliari’s Nicolo Berella have both been linked as a possible replacement for departing Arsenal star and Wales international Aaron Ramsey. The North London outfit have been on the radar of the two stars since the last January winter transfer window and there are indications that they will now be available in the coming summer transfer window. Franck Kessie has got an issue with his club and there are suggestions that he is now unhappy and could be seeking a way out in the coming summer window. Roma Eyeing … [Read more...]

Unai Emery now knows Mesut Ozil’s replacement

North London outfit Arsenal manager Unai Emery has been told to replace Mesut Ozil with Real Madrid star Gareth Bale in the summer transfer window. There is no doubt that the Gunner boss has not been satisfied with the level of the German international as he has severally urged Mesut Ozil to do more to be able to secure a starting role in his team. No wonder the former Real Madrid star has been left out of the team for a number of games this season due to his unsatisfactory performance. He currently earns £350-a-week at the Emirates Stadium … [Read more...]

Man United to lose target as Inter Milan sends scouts

English Premier League Man United are feared to miss out on their star target and PSV winger Steven Bergwijn as it is reported that Italian Serie A outfit Inter Milan have sent in scouts to watch his game. There is no doubt about Steven Bergwijn’s quality as he has been impressive so far this season to have caught the attention of top European clubs. Efforts were made by a long list of suitors to snap up his signature in the last January winter transfer window but it did not fall through as PSG held unto the star player. Giroud Salary Too … [Read more...]

Arsenal fans will feel betrayed after learning this player wants to leave

There are suggestions that Arsenal fans will feel betrayed after learning that Swiss international Granit Xhaka is seeking to leave the club after dropping a hint ahead of the summer transfer window. Granit Xhaka was rewarded a new deal in the last summer and has been a major part of the manager Unai Emery team but that seems not to be enough for him. According to him, he wants to play at the highest level and Arsenal might not be the club at the level or might not be able to hand him the opportunity to play at the highest level, which is the … [Read more...]

United preparing big offer for this world-class defender

The summer transfer window is already starting for Man United as they are reported to have made up their mind to move in with a huge bid for Italian Serie A outfit Napoli central defender Kalidou Koulibaly. The Red Devils did not participate in the last winter transfer window and they are looking up to this opportunity to strengthen their team ahead of the coming season with the hope that they can challenge for a title next season. This season did not go as planned for the Red Devils as they struggled at the start under manager Jose Mourinho. … [Read more...]

Chelsea Winger Delighted With England Debut

Young Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi has expressed his delight after he made his debut for the Three Lions of England in their Euro 2020 qualifying clash with Czech Republic on Friday night. Hudson-Odoi played his first game for the senior side in their home game with Czech Republic. The 18-year-old came on as a second half substitute for hat-trick hero Raheem Sterling. Manchester City star Sterling scored a fantastic treble as England secured a 5-0 win over Czech Republic at the Wembley Stadium. Callum Hudson-Odoi had a hand in the … [Read more...]

Deschamps Defends ‘Underappreciated’ Giroud After France Heroics

French national team manager Didier Deschamps has leapt to the defence of striker Olivier Giroud after his heroics for France in their opening game of the Euro 2020 qualifiers. Chelsea striker Giroud was on target as world champions France thrashed hosts Moldova 4-1 to start their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign on a winning note. The 32-year-old was heavily criticised alongside Deschamps after his inclusion in the latest France squad for the start of the Euro 2020 qualifiers. He was picked for the France squad ahead of in-form players like … [Read more...]

Kane Hails ‘Incredible’ Sterling After Hattrick Performance

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane has praised the impact of Raheem Sterling following his hattrick performance for England against Czech Republic in their Euro 2020 qualifiers. England national team skipper Kane showered the incredible Sterling with high praise during his interview with Sky Sports. Raheem Sterling was in sensational form for England as the Three Lions produced a five-star performance to beat Czech Republic 5-0 at the Wembley Stadium on Friday night. The former Liverpool attacker gave England the lead in the first half … [Read more...]

Why I hate this Arsenal star, Ryan Giggs

Man United legend Ryan Giggs has revealed why he hated Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit in their playing days. It could be recalled that Man United and Arsenal had a very intense rivalry but for Ryan Giggs, he had it personal with Emmanuel Petit because of his long hair. According to the Red Devils former player, the rivalry between both teams motivated his team and legendary boss Alex Ferguson to want to win ahead of the Gunners team. No Offer For Chelsea Target – Frankfurt Ryan Giggs made it clear that he never liked Arsenal and some of … [Read more...]

Chelsea Striker On Target For France vs Moldova

Chelsea Striker Olivier Giroud was amongst the goals as world champions France got their Euro 2020 campaign to a winning start. Giroud and France started their campaign in Group B of the Euro 2020 qualifiers with a thumping 4-1 win over hosts Moldova. Two goals within three first half minutes from Antoine Griezmann and Raphael Varane gave the visitors a 2-0 lead before former Arsenal striker Giroud added a third goal for the French team in the 36th minute. It was a significant goal for Olivier Giroud who has now scored 34 goals in 88 … [Read more...]

Ex-Liverpool Player Nets Treble In England Win

Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling was the star of the show as he scored a hattrick to lead the Three Lions of England to a winning start in their Euro 2020 qualifiers. The former Liverpool attacker was in devastating form after he scored three goals in the 5-0 drubbing handed out to Czech Republic at home. Sterling gave England the lead in the 24th minute before skipper Harry Kane doubled that advantage from the spot on the stroke of halftime to give England a 2-0 lead at the Wembley Stadium. Klopp Unfazed By Goalless Salah Ahead Of … [Read more...]

The worst transfer news for Arsenal fans revealed

Just like every other fan that have specific players they have fallen in love with, Arsenal supporters have already picked Lucas Torreira as one of their favourites in the club but latest reports may not be palatable to them. The former Uruguay international midfielder is already being linked with a move away from the club as his father hints that an exit could be possible any moment. Lucas Torreira only joined the North London outfit-t in the last summer transfer window and went straight into the Unai Emery team to become a solid figure in … [Read more...]

Why Pogba should not be condemned for Madrid interest

France international midfielder Paul Pogba has come under attack by Man United fans for declaring his interest to join Spanish La Liga outfit Real Madrid to play under coach Zinedine Zidane. The former Juventus star has long been linked with a move away from the Old Trafford, especially at the start of the season because of his rift with former manager Jose Mourinho. His new and happy life at the club under interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was expected to lay all speculations to rest but that did not happen. Red Devils fans are not happy … [Read more...]

Arsenal on standby as target falls out with club

Arsenal have been linked with the signature of Franck Kessie for a long period of time, and this could be the time to land him at the Emirates Stadium after claims that he has fallen out with the Italian Serie A outfit AC Milan. Franck Kessie is reported to have had an outburst with his teammate Lucas Biglia and has been fined by the club. Both were reported to have exchanged words on the bench as they were defeated by their San Siro rivals. It was claimed that Lucas Biglia made a remark to Franck Kessie which angered him leading him to react … [Read more...]

Why fans need not worry about Ander Herrera rumour

The fans of English Premier League outfit Man United have not been at peace since the report that Ander Herrera could be heading out of the club in the coming summer transfer window for French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint Germaine. This should not be a reason to worry after an analysis by ESPN hints that the desire of the player is to remain at the Old Trafford because of his love and commitment for his team. Ander Herrera has been a major part of the Ole Gunnar Solskjaer squad, having been impressive so far this season with his solid presence … [Read more...]

Bayern Munich star makes come and get me plea to Arsenal

German Bundesliga outfit Bayern Munich star David Alaba has given the hint that he is willing to quit the club to join the North London outfit in the nearest future because of his love to play in the Premier League. David Alaba stated that he was an Arsenal fan as a young boy and he will be hoping to have his childhood dream come true with a move. The Austria international still has a contract running with the Bundesliga outfit until the summer of 2021 but he will no doubt consider a move should the North London outfit forward any offer to his … [Read more...]

Why no other candidate is available for United job

Man United are still in search of a new manager after the sack of former manager Jose Mourinho last year December. The Portuguese boss was immediately replaced by a former player Ole Gunnar Solskjaer who took over as an interim manager with the club making it known that they will be all out for a permanent and experienced manager ahead of the coming season. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has now joined the contest and candidate for the position because of the impressive performance within the last few months he handled the team. In addition to returning … [Read more...]

Arsenal ready to sign Ligue 1 chief

The latest report reveals that North London outfit Arsenal have turned their attention on French Ligue 1 outfit Lille technical director Luis Campos. The Gunners seem to be desperate to land a new technical director after their head of recruitment Sven Mislintat left the club but they have not been able to lay their hands on any. Arsenal were linked with former AS Roma chief Monchi but he snubbed the Gunners to pen a deal with Spanish La Liga outfit Sevilla where he had previously worked. Arsenal hit dead rock in pursuit of highly rated … [Read more...]

How United win landed Neymar in trouble

Brazilian international Neymar is feared to have landed in trouble after his French Ligue 1 club Paris Saint Germain were eliminated from the UEFA Champions League by English Premier League side Man United. The Ligue 1 outfit had secured a 2-0 win at the Old Trafford in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 but were still eliminated from the competition after the Red Devils stormed Paris for the second leg and secured a 3-1 win to qualify for the quarter-finals. The defeat did not go well with the former Barcelona star as he was … [Read more...]