Arsene Wenger has ruled out the possibility of managing his native country of France. He believes his time to get into international management has passed. Earlier this month, the Arsenal coach had previously kept the option of leading France open. However, it seems the 66-year-old has no plans of engaging, despite having a year left on his Arsenal contract. “I think this time [to move into international management] has gone now,” Wenger told BeIN Sport. “I have been asked a few times to do it. I was always busy somewhere … [Read more...]
Bilboa ready to bring Azpilicueta back to Spain
Cesar Azpilicueta’s future in London remains unclear, with PSG and Barcelona also interested in landing his services Antonio Conte holds the key to Cesar Azpilicueta’s fate for both club and country in the coming weeks as the defender’s future at Chelsea remains uncertain. On Monday, the incoming Blues coach will face off against Spain in the knock-out stage of Euro 2016, a game which could be his last in charge of Italy, but could also decide whether the full-back will start the new season at Stamford Bridge. Azpilicueta threatens to … [Read more...]
Euro 2016: Courtois admits Belgium got easier opponent in Hungary
Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has acknowledged that his side have been fortunate to end up with what looks like a more comfortable path through the knockout stages of Euro 2016. Marc Wilmots' side will take on Hungary in the round of 16 on Sunday after their 1-0 win over Sweden on Wednesday ensured they finished as runners-up to Italy in Group E. Though the Chelsea keeper, 24, is not planning to underestimate Hungary, who finished ahead of Iceland, Portugal and Austria in Group F. "We have to admit that we have an 'easy' half of … [Read more...]
Manchester City lineup £30million Sane bid
MANCHESTER CITY will reportedly make a £30million opening offer for Schalke star Leroy Sane, despite the Bundesliga club wanting more for the player. Sane, 20, is being chased by a number of clubs, with City facing a battle with Bayern Munich and Barcelona for his signature. Sources claim Schalke are braced for offers and want £40m for their attacking midfielder. They have even lined up Switzerland international Breel Embolo as a replacement. But City are hoping to undercut Schalke with a reduced bid. According to the claims, … [Read more...]
Euro 2016: De Gea not bothered about criticism after Croatia poor showing
David de Gea has shrugged off criticism after Spain's disappointing 2-1 Euro 2016 defeat to Croatia and is determined to help the team overcome Italy in their last-16 showdown. After the Croatians sent two goals hurtling past the Manchester United 'keeper on Tuesday, he received a rating of four out of 10 from leading Spanish sports newspaper Marca. "De Gea has lost his aura. De Gea could have done better in the two goals," Marca said. The 25-year-old had kept a clean sheet in Spain's opening two victories, a 1-0 triumph over the Czech … [Read more...]
Nainggolan comfirms Chelsea talks
Radja Nainggolan insisted he was only focused on Belgium’s Euro 2016 campaign, but confessed that Chelsea was in negotiations with Roma over a transfer The Belgian midfielder is currently on international duty at Euro 2016, as the Red Devils prepare for a First Knockout Round clash against Hungary on Sunday, but admitted that his club side was in talks with Chelsea. Nainggolan is thought to be a key transfer target for incoming Blues coach Antonio Conte, with the Italian keen to restructure the midfield at Stamford Bridge. The player himself … [Read more...]
Conte eager to bring Juan Cuadrado back to Chelsea
Colombia international Juan Cuadrado will be returning to London shortly, after helping his side to the semi-finals of the Copa America Centenario, and is expected to remain with Chelsea. Juventus may not be able to hold on to loanee Juan Cuadrado this summer, as incoming coach Antonio Conte is anxious to retain the Colombian. The Italy coach will be taking over at Chelsea following the conclusion of the European Championship , and recalling Cuadrado is a top priority. Cuadrado first arrived in London in January of 2015 after completing … [Read more...]
Arsenal turn to Icardi after missing out on Jamie Vardy
Having missed out on Jamie Vardy , Arsenal will look to boost their attacking options by capturing Inter striker Mauro Icardi. The Gunners were left waiting for a decision from Leicester City ace Vardy, before the England international ultimately rejected the move in favour of remaining with the Foxes. With manager Arsene Wenger determined to add more firepower to his squad, Arsenal have turned their attention to the Inter captain, according to Interlive.it. The Nerazzurri are determined to keep hold of their star man however and are … [Read more...]
Euro 2016: Wayne Rooney thinking only about England
Wayne Rooney is not bothered that Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland have joined England in the Euro 2016 knockouts. All four sides progressed from the group phase, completing an unprecedented success story for the British Isles. With so many links between the neighbouring nations, football fans have enjoyed watching familiar faces celebrating a shared triumph in France but Rooney put a dampener on the collegiate spirit. Asked if he was willing the other three teams on, the England skipper said: “Not really. For us … [Read more...]
Griezmann signs Contract extension with Atletico Madrid end premier League speculations
Antoine Griezmann has signed a contract extension with Atletico Madrid, the Primera Division club have announced. The prolific France international had been linked with a big-money move away from Atletico this summer but he has now committed his future to the Rojiblancos. An Atletico statement read: “Antoine Griezmann has renewed his contract with our club until June 30th, 2021. “The French striker has therefore extended by one season his contractual relationship with Atletico Madrid.” The 25-year-old was already a regular scorer for … [Read more...]
Premier League clubs interested in Alvaro Morata- Agent
Alvaro Morata's agent has reiterated that his client has offers from the Premier League as his suitors wait for Real Madrid's next move. The Spain striker is heading back to Real Madrid after they exercised the €30million release clause with his club Juventus, but the striker’s future is still up in the air with Real expected to sell the player on at a figure close to €60million. His agent Juanma Lopez has been more than happy to reveal the interest in the 23-year-old, who is believed to be Chelsea boss Antonio Conte’s top striker … [Read more...]
Vardy snubs Arsenal, signs a new four-year deal at Leicester
Jamie Vardy has rejected a move to Arsenal by signing a new four-year deal with Leicester City, the Premier League champions have announced. Leicester ended speculation about a move to the Emirates after Arsenal triggered the England striker's release clause shortly before Euro 2016 began earlier this month. "Leicester City have today [Thursday] agreed with the representatives of Jamie Vardy to extend the England international's contract with the Premier League champions for a further four years," the club said in a statement. "Both … [Read more...]
United to consider Aaron Ramsey if Henrikh Mkhitaryan bid fails
Manchester United are reportedly considering a shock swoop to sign Aaron Ramsey from Arsenal if efforts to lure Henrikh Mkhitaryan away from Borussia Dortmund stall. Jose Mourinho has highlighted midfield as an area key to his Old Trafford redevelopment and is optimistic his latest offer, believed to be in the region of £28m , will be enough to convince Dortmund to sell Mkhitaryan. The Bundesliga outfit are growing increasingly concerned about an exodus following the departures of Mats Hummels and Ilkay Gundogan to Bayern Munich and … [Read more...]
Euro 2016: Henderson delighted to have made England squad
Jordan Henderson is feeling good and ready to make a big impact at Euro 2016 after enduring the toughest season of his career. Few expected the 26-year-old to be in England’s squad this summer after suffering what looked to be a season-ending knee injury against Borussia Dortmund in April. However, Henderson’s determination and hard work saw him don a Liverpool shirt again within 38 days, then rid himself of the rust in time to make Roy Hodgson’s squad in France. The midfielder made his first appearance of the championships as England … [Read more...]
Willian to sign new Chelsea contract despite Man United interest
Chelsea are reportedly set to offer Willian a bumper new four-year contract to fend off interest from Manchester United. New United boss Jose Mourinho is said to be keen to take the Brazil midfielder with him to Old Trafford but, sources say , Chelsea are refusing to consider allowing a prime asset to follow their former boss and have instead offered Willian a new deal. The 27-year-old still has two years remaining on the contract he signed upon moving to west London from Anzhi Makhachkala but with United reported to be willing to pay more … [Read more...]
Chelsea wants Morata as Costa seek Atletico return
Diego Costa will reportedly do whatever it takes to force a move back to Atletico Madrid as Chelsea look to cash in on Alvaro Morata. Incoming Blues boss Antonio Conte is intent on signing a new forward this summer, with Costa said to be desperate to return to the Vicente Calderon. AS carried a story claiming the Brazil-born Spaniard is considering no other option other than rejoining Diego Simeone, with the coach equally as keen to make the deal happen. The Spanish outlet says Costa no longer wants to live in London and is “constantly … [Read more...]
Conte not blaming players despite loss to Republic of Ireland
Antonio Conte said he had no cause for complaint after seeing his Italy side defeated 1-0 by Republic of Ireland in their final Group E match on Wednesday. Conte made eight changes from the side that beat Sweden as Italy were already confirmed as group winners going into the final game. Despite some good chances, including substitute Lorenzo Insigne hitting the post, they were beaten when Robbie Brady headed home a Wes Hoolahan cross on 85 minutes. The second-string Azzurri side did not come close to the standards set in Italy's group … [Read more...]
Liverpool linked with a move for Martin Odegaard
Liverpool have been linked with a fresh move for long-term target Martin Odegaard – and a man who Carlo Ancelotti admitted was signed by Real Madrid as a ‘public relations exercise’. Norwegian Odegaard was once one of Europe’s most-coveted youngsters, with Real eventually beating Liverpool, Ajax and a number of other elite clubs to the then-16-year-old’s signature. The teenager had been pictured visiting Liverpool’s Melwood training ground before his move from Stromgodset, with Odegaard claiming he was a life-long Reds fan. Although his … [Read more...]
Juventus considering Arsenal star man as Morata’s replacement
Alexis Sanchez could return to the Seria A, although the Old Lady will have to be prepared to spend big if they are to tempt him away from the Emirates With Juventus having lost striker Alvaro Morata to Real Madrid , they are identifying attacking arrivals and are mulling over a move for Alexis Sanchez. The Arsenal striker has previous experience in Serie A, having starred with Udinese from 2006 until 2011, where his performances earned him a big-money move to Barcelona. Now in London, Juventus are keen on offering him a way back to … [Read more...]
Nolito agrees personal terms with Man City as move inches closer
Manchester City are reportedly confident of completing the signing of Nolito from Celta Vigo amid claims they had agreed a three-year contract with the Spaniard. According to widespread reports on Wednesday, City boss Pep Guardiola is on the verge of making the 29-year-old Celta Vigo star his second signing at the Etihad, following on from the recent £20million capture of Ilkay Gundogan. Nolito, whose real name is Manuel Agudo Durán, is currently part of the Spain squad at Euro 2016 having scored 12 goals in La Liga last season and will … [Read more...]
Chelsea submit bid for Napoli defender
Napoli‘s resolve in keeping hold of star defender Kalidou Koulibaly has been tested again by Chelsea, who have submitted a €25 million bid for the player. The Blues, who will be coached by current Italy boss Antonio Conte next season, are known to be keen on strengthening at the back and are big admirers of the Senegalese star. However, according sources, Chelsea’s €25m bid has already been rejected by the Partenopei as Maurizio Sarri’s side are holding out for a big transfer fee. Napoli want an offer closer to €40m if they are to sell … [Read more...]
Ex Manchester City coach linked with Russia job
Leonid Slutsky will step away from the Russia job after a disappointing Euro 2016 campaign in France. Following Russia’s poor performance at Euro 2016 , coach Leonid Slutsky has ended his spell with the team and ex-Manchester City coach Manuel Pellegrini is first choice to replace him. Russia exit the tournament with only one point gained from their three group games and with the coach taking all of the responsibility for the poor quality shown during the tournament. The Russian Football Association (RFS) has apparently targeted … [Read more...]
Petr Cech considering hanging up his gloves for the Czechs
Following Tuesday night’s defeat to Turkey, Petr Cech is pondering whether or not to call time on his international career with the Czech Republic. The 34-year-old has a record 124 caps for his country, but is considering hanging up his gloves in the wake of their Euro 2016 elimination. “I will take time to decide if I [will] continue with the national team,” he told Daily Sport, a Czech outlet, following his team’s 2-0 loss to Turkey. “I’m not going to make my decision today,” he added, according to L’Equipe, “[it is] a huge … [Read more...]
Euro 2016: Arsene Wenger backs Pogba to rediscover form
As the tournament goes on this summer, the Juventus star will be hoping to improve at Euro 2016, as he has recently struggled to make an impact for France. France midfielder Paul Pogba has failed to meet expectations at Euro 2016 so far, but Arsenal’s Arsene Wenger believes that the best is yet to come from the player. The 23-year-old was even dropped by Didier Deschamps for their second group game against Albania, but having shown glimpses of his undeniable talent, Pogba will hope to be more consistent in the knockout stage of the … [Read more...]
Euro 2016: De Gea falters as Croatia beat Spain
Croatia provided late heroics as they came from behind to beat Spain and top Group D with 2-1 win in Bordeaux. Alvaro Morata had given Spain the perfect start with a seventh minute goal, but Nikola Kalinic levelled and Sergio Ramos had a penalty saved before Ivan Perisic scored late on after a devastating counter. The 2-1 defeat means Spain finish second to Croatia and will meet Italy in the round of 16 on Monday in a repeat of the 2012 final. Morata opened the scoring in just the seventh minute as the forward stole in to poke home Cesc … [Read more...]
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