Champions League group stage have come to a close after six rounds of matches per group. In group H, Manchester United progressed to the knockout stage as expected, although, they were narrowly defeated by Valencia in last night's encounter. The Red Devils are anxiously waiting for the pairing to take place on Monday as they can't wait to see who their next opponent would be. After finishing as runner-up behind Juventus, the Old Trafford outfits are definitely going to have one of Barcelona, Borussia Dortmund, PSG, Real Madrid, Bayern … [Read more...]
Arsenal battle Premier League duo for £10m-rated Portuguese sensation
North London side Arsenal are set to battle Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool in their pursuit for the signature of Diogo Queiros ahead of the winter transfer market which reopens in coming weeks. According to a Portuguese news outlet A Bola report, Wolves are looking set to beat the Gunners and the Reds in the bid for Diogo Queirosafter it was claimed that they are open and willing to pay the sum of £10 million for his signature. Manager Nuno Espirito Santo is reported to be keen on the player and ready to do all it takes to beat the … [Read more...]
Arsenal Legend Recommends Liverpool Defender For Man United
Former Arsenal midfielder Paul Merson has revealed that he would sign Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk to solve the defensive problems at Manchester United. Paul Merson is a footballer turned pundit and he extolled the quality of the Dutch international centre-back while he was on Sky Sports. According to him, Virgil Van Dijk is the best defender in the world football and he would improve the Manchester United defence in a great deal. Former Celtic centre-back Van Dijk holds the record for being the most expensive defender in the history … [Read more...]
Liverpool face Southampton threat for highly rated midfielder
Five-time European champions Liverpool will have to see off the competition of fellow Premier League side Southampton in their quest to sign Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder Pascal Gross. The Daily Express claim that new Southampton manager Ralph Hassenhuttl wants to boost the Saints squad with the 27-year-old German. Pascal Gross was one of the stars of the Premier League in the last campaign and Liverpool were previously linked with a £15m transfer for him. He scored seven goals and provided eight assists in all competitions for … [Read more...]
Finally, Man United begin official negotiation with main January target
Latest reports reveal that Manchester United have finally begun official discussions with Italian Serie A outfit Napoli over a possible signing of Kalidou Koulibaly ahead of the winter transfer window which reopens in coming weeks. It was reported that there is now an agreement between the club’s executive vice-chairman and manager Jose Mourinho over what and how the winter transfer dealings should look like. Suggestions are that the former Chelsea boss will now have his way for more additions in his defence line with Kalidou Koulibaly as the … [Read more...]
Latest Emery’s claim on January transfer not too positive
Latest claim by Arsenal manager Unai Emery is not too positive on what to expect in the winter transfer window which reopens in the coming weeks. This is after he was asked on what to expect with the long list of absentees at the club’s defence. 234Sport can report that Rob Holding will no longer be available for the Gunners this season after a Knee injury he sustained last week. Arsenal captain, Laurent Koscielny has also not been available for the team this season and is set to make his first appearance in Thursday’s Europa League clash … [Read more...]
Arsenal man gives farewell note as he leaves Emirates Stadium in January
North London side Arsenal will begin preparation for life after Reece Watson announces his exit from the club ahead of the winter window. Reece Watson is Gunners longest-serving members of the staff according to Daily Express having been at the Emirates Stadium since 2006 as a groundsman before his promotion to head groundsman. He is one of the closest allies of former manager Arsene Wenger who understands the Frenchman’s demands of what a good pitch should look like so as to be able to execute his fine and slick playing style. However, he … [Read more...]
Arsenal starting XI prediction against Qarabag
English Premier League side Arsenal have been unbeaten in their last 21 games across all competitions which they will hope it is stretched again to 22 after their home clash against Qarabag FX later on Thursday evening at the Emirates Stadium. A qualification to the next round is already confirmed for the North London side and that will be happening as the group leaders after an unbeaten run in the competition as well. Gunners boss Unai Emery has got a number of options to play within the team but that cannot be said of the defence department … [Read more...]
Jose Mourinho makes enquiry on Ligue 1 defender
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has reportedly made an enquiry on French Ligue 1 outfit Bordeaux defender Pablo. There are speculations that the Portuguese manager is planning to submit a bid for him having had little information on the performance and quality of the player. With the former Chelsea boss seeking to storm the winter transfer window which opens in coming weeks for defenders, Pablo might just be one of the players who would find their way to the Old Trafford. There is no doubt that Jose Mourinho is not happy with the … [Read more...]
Liverpool In Four-Way Battle For English Striker
Five-time European champions Liverpool are in a four-way battle to sign young English striker Jack Clarke ahead of the upcoming transfer market scheduled to start as from January 1. Jack Clarke plays his club football for English Championship side Leeds United at the moment. The 18-year-old has forced his way into the first team. His performances for Leeds United has led to interests from the crème de la crème of the Premier League including Liverpool. The Reds will have to contend with other interested parties such as Everton, … [Read more...]
Spanish giants eyes Chelsea striker .
Former Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata has surprisingly been linked with a possible transfer to Spanish La Liga giants Barcelona. This new report was revealed by Catalan radio station RAC1 who claimed that talks have already started between Barcelona and the representatives of the player. The Spanish international striker Alvaro Morata is a Real Madrid Academy graduate and the latest news won’t have gone down well with fans of the European champions though it must be pointed out that talks between both parties are at the initial stage. … [Read more...]
Arsenal to finally have target but on loan
It has been reported that Arsenal will now have Yacine Adli after failing in a first attempt in the last summer transfer window. Yacine Adli was close to joining the North London club until he eventually had a change of mind to sign a contract extension with Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint Germain. However, latest reports hint that things have not gone as planned for Yacine Adli and he would now be available for the Gunners but on a loan deal in the winter transfer window which reopens in coming weeks. Chelsea Legend Laments Failure To Sign … [Read more...]
Is this youngster set to follow Ronaldo’s footsteps?
Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo left his home country at a very young age seeking for a greener pasture. After his breakout season in Portuguese Primera League with Lisbon in 2002-03 season in which he scored three goals, many clubs vied for his signature. Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger went high and low trying to convince the youngster to join his team. The Frenchman organized some secret discussions with the player's representative in order to capture Ronaldo's signature ahead of Manchester United's Alex Ferguson. Liverpool … [Read more...]
Big target makes choice between Arsenal, Chelsea
English Premier League side Arsenal target Dries Mertens has handed a big blow to the Gunners by hinting that he could snub their interest and move to West London side Chelsea when he eventually decides to leave Italy. Dries Mertens is believed to be a big fan of Blues boss Maurizio Sarri and has hinted that he would be looking forward to a reunion as he will not extend his deal with the Italian Serie A side Napoli It would be recalled that the West London side signed their manager from the Italian Serie A side in the summer and that has … [Read more...]
Finally, Arsenal to have star man in action at the Emirates Stadium
The wait might be finally over for Arsenal central defender Laurent Koscielny as he will finally return to action after months of sideline. This was revealed by manager Unai Emery who hinted that the Gunners captain may finally have his debut for this season in the Europa League game on Thursday against Qarabag. It will no doubt be a memorable return for the French star knowing that he last played a game for the Gunners in a Europa League game last season when former manager Arsene Wenger led the team to the semi-final against Atletico Madrid … [Read more...]
Why Chelsea will lose if Eden Hazard is converted to a striker
This is an urgent question that demands an urgent answer from only one person — Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri. Eden Hazard is a player who knows when and how to make defenders commits blunders. His wonderful dribbling skills could be compared to a handful of players in the world. His ability to create space from the wings so as to wreak havoc on opponent's half still remains one of the reasons the Blues are firmly holding on to his signature Despite all of these impressive traits possessed by the player while operating from the flanks, the … [Read more...]
Why Denis Suarez could mean the end of Fabregas at Chelsea
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri is looking to fortify his midfield position during the upcoming winter transfer window. The Italian manager believes summer signing Jorginho is being overused, so, he's ready to bring a new midfielder as a backup to his compatriot. Considering the manner with which the Italian midfielder began life at Stamford Bridge, you will be surprised he's playing in the league for the first time in his career. However, his performance in recent weeks points to the fact that he's becoming a bit tired and overstressed by … [Read more...]
Suarez will replace Fabregas at Chelsea?
Stamford Bridge-based premier league giants Chelsea have been told that they can sign highly-rated Barcelona midfielder Denis Suarez for a small transfer fee when the transfer window reopens in three weeks time. According to The Daily Mirror, they report that the Spanish La Liga giants Barcelona have indicated their willingness to sell the Spanish international midfielder to Chelsea and other interested parties for just £15m Other European sides like Arsenal, Valencia, and Napoli are also keen on a move for the 24-year-old. Before now, … [Read more...]
Napoli Star Talks Up Sarri Reunion At Chelsea
Napoli forward Dries Mertens has revealed his desire to reunite with new Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri at the end of his contract with the Italian Serie A giants. Mertens is contracted to Napoli until the end of the 2019/20 season. He spoke in glowing terms about Italian tactician Sarri in a chat with popular English media outlet The Times. Dries Mertens went on to say that the idea of reuniting with the new Blues' boss at the end of his Napoli contract is not a bad idea. Sarri Has Identified An Area Of Improvement Maurizio Sarri … [Read more...]
Maurizio Sarri Demands For Transfer Of Italian Midfielder
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri and his assistant Gianfranco Zola have told the club to sign Italian international midfielder Nicolo Barella ahead of the upcoming transfer market scheduled to start as from the 1st of January. This is according to various media reports emanating from Italy. Nicolo Barella broke into the first team of Italian Serie A side Cagliari in the last campaign and he has grown to become a key player for them since he rose to prominence with the club. According to the publication from L’Uniuone Sarda via the Metro, the … [Read more...]
From Roma’s reject to Liverpool’s legend, the story behind Alisson’s rise to stardom
Liverpool are through to the knockout stage of this season's Champions League competition, thanks to Alisson Becker's heroic displays against Napoli last night. Prior to the encounter, the Reds needed a 1-0 victory over the Serie A giants to progress out of the group. After many missed chances, the Merseyside outfits scored a very important goal via Mohammed Salah who had already missed a glorious opportunity to put the home side ahead in the first half of the encounter. All of Liverpool's efforts to double their lead were unproductive, … [Read more...]
Chelsea Defender On Arsenal Radar
Chelsea defender Gary Cahill is said to be on the radar of North London giants Arsenal alongside Manchester United defender Eric Bailly ahead of the winter transfer window scheduled to start in 20 days time. Cahill and Bailly have both seen their first team opportunities reduce at Chelsea and Manchester United respectively thereby prompting transfer rumours about their futures. Gary Cahill was a regular in the Chelsea team under former manager Antonio Conte only for him to be relegated to the bench with the advent of new Blues boss Maurizio … [Read more...]
Chelsea Open Transfer Talks For Liverpool Target
Chelsea are hoping to steal a march on their rivals in the race for highly rated Cagliari midfielder Nicolo Barella ahead of the upcoming winter transfer window in the next few weeks. This is because the Blues have started negotiations with Italian Serie A side Cagliari in their quest to sign the 21-year-old as reported by Sardegna Sport. It was also revealed that Spanish La Liga giants Atletico Madrid made a €35m bid for the player during the summer but the offer was not enough for Cagliari to part ways with their prized asset. A fee of … [Read more...]
Why Jurgen Klopp Would Have Spent More On Alisson Becker
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has joked that he would have spent more money on goalkeeper Alisson Becker if he had known that the Brazilian shot-stopper was as good as he has shown in the colours of the Reds. German tactician Klopp was speaking during his post-match interview with Danish TV after his Liverpool side booked a spot in the first knockout stage of this season’s Champions League via a 1-0 win over Italian Serie A giants Napoli in their Group C clash at Anfield on Tuesday. The former Mainz 05 and Borussia Dortmund manager spoke in … [Read more...]
Mourinho not involved, see who cried for Napoli star signature for Man United
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has been the one making calls for the signature of more solid defenders for the club but that has yet to be yielded to. It would be recalled that the wish of the Portuguese boss to have more additions to his defence in the last summer was denied and that resulted in a rift with the club’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward. The United boss, therefore, predicted at the beginning that the season will be a difficult one for his side and that has now happened. United have had one of the worst starts in their … [Read more...]
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