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Pogba breaks United fans’ hearts after big claim

Man United fans would have been left heartbroken after a claim credited to France international midfielder Paul Pogba that it would be a dream come true for him to play at Real Madrid under football legend Zinedine Zidane. The former Juventus star has been linked with a move away from the Old Trafford since the last winter transfer window but calm was restored after he found his form back under interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. With the summer transfer window approaching, the World Cup winner is also being linked with a move away from the Old Trafford and that has been fuelled with his dream to play under Zinedine Zidane. Solskjaer’s job linked to Tottenham boss A number of clubs had lined up for his signature in the last winter transfer window with … [Read more...]

Pogba gives verdict on Solskjaer for United job

Man United interim coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been at the center of the debate for the vacant job at Man United as the end of the season is fast approaching. There is no doubt that the Red Devils will make an announcement on who becomes their new and permanent manager at the end of the season so that preparation can begin for the new season. After sacking their former manager Jose Mourinho, the Red Devils announced that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be taking over on an interim basis and that the club will search for an experienced and respected coach. Chelsea Target Returns To Real Madrid Dugout Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has done well so far with just three defeats since taking over the job, in addition to qualifying the club to the Champions League … [Read more...]

Chelsea Loanee Banned For Three Games

Torino defender Ola Aina will miss the next three games for his Italian Serie A club after he was given a three-match ban. The Chelsea loanee was banned for three matches following his red card at the weekend. Ola Aina was sent off in the dying minutes of the league game between Torino and Bologna after receiving his second yellow card of the game. He then went on to confront centre referee Maurizio Mariani. Torino were surprisingly beaten 3-2 at home by Bologna who boosted their hopes of escaping relegation from the Italian Serie A with the win. Spurs Join Race To Sign £70m Chelsea Target Ola Aina is on a season-long loan at Torino from Chelsea having joined them at the start of this campaign. He has helped Torino to eighth spot on the Italian … [Read more...]

Reason Behind Salah Goal Drought Revealed

Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah is going through his longest goal drought since he joined the Reds at the start of last season. The Egyptian international has not found the back of the net for Liverpool since the 3-0 win over South Coast club Bournemouth in their Premier League clash at Anfield in February. Liverpool took a 2-0 lead at the halftime interval with goals from Sadio Mane and Georginio Wijnladum before Salah wrapped up the convincing win for the Reds. Salah has gone seven games without a goal since the Bournemouth game. Liverpool legend Emile Heskey knows all about goalscoring and goal droughts. What is next for Scott McTominay after Mourinho's dismissal The former Liverpool striker spoke to Sky Sports about Salah and his recent … [Read more...]

21-Goal Striker Sets Chelsea Target

Aston Villa striker Tammy Abraham is determined to stay at Chelsea when he returns to the club at the end of his loan spell in the Midlands. England international Tammy Abraham is on a season-long loan at Aston Villa having joined the English Championship club on the last day of last summer’s transfer window. Tammy Abraham has set a new Chelsea target for himself as revealed in his latest interview with Sky Sports. The Chelsea Academy graduate told reporters that his target is to stay in the first team having been sent on loan three times in the last three years. Tammy Abraham has not had the chance to stake a claim for a first team shirt at Stamford Bridge. United make drastic transfer decision on star forward His form for Aston Villa has, … [Read more...]

Giroud Salary Too High For French Suitors

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud could leave the club this summer when his current deal at Stamford Bridge expires. The 32-year-old has few months left on the 18-month deal he penned when he became a Chelsea player in January 2018. Olivier Giroud became a Chelsea player at the start of last year after the Blues paid £18m to sign him from London rivals Arsenal. The French World Cup winner has had to be content with a backup role at the club since his transfer. He was the deputy to Chelsea’s main striker Alvaro Morata before the Spaniard was replaced by Gonzalo Higuain. Man United star leaving, his destination is unbelievable Giroud has continued in his role as the deputy to the club’s main striker Higuain. Alvaro Morata has been sent on loan to … [Read more...]

Chelsea Talisman ‘Not Working’ On Real Madrid Transfer

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard has debunked transfer rumours that he has set his sights on a move to outgoing European champions Real Madrid this summer. In an exclusive interview with VTM Nieuws, Chelsea talisman Hazard revealed that he’s not working on a transfer to Real Madrid. The 28-year-old was however quick to point out that he won’t mind leaving Chelsea. He also said that his immediate focus is to win the Europa League trophy with the Blues. Chelsea have been handed a relatively easy draw in the quarterfinals. Solskjaer must now meet these two conditions to get United job They will face Czech Republic side Slavia Prague in the last eight with a semifinal spot at stake. Eden Hazard would be keen to play a starring role for the Blues against … [Read more...]

Premier League Midfielder Flattered By Liverpool Transfer Links

Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder Pascal Gross has played down the transfer rumours linking with a move to Premier League title contenders Liverpool when the transfer window reopens in the summer. The German midfielder was previously linked with the Reds during the winter transfer window earlier this year. In a chat with popular media outlet Goal, Pascal Gross said that he was flattered by the transfer links to Liverpool but his main focus is to help Brighton achieve their targets. Pascal Gross has been a revelation since he joined the Seagulls at the start of last season. The 27-year-old signed for Brighton after leaving German club Ingolstadt. Arsenal fans need not to worry, this player remains top summer target The Seagulls paid just £3m to … [Read more...]

Difficult To Improve Real Madrid Squad – Ex-Liverpool Defender

Former Liverpool defender Alvaro Arbeloa believes that it will be difficult to improve the current squad at outgoing European champions Real Madrid. Alvaro Arbeloa played for both Liverpool and Real Madrid with distinction following a glittering football career at the top level of European football. The ex-Spanish international fullback was reacting to the transfer rumours linking several players with Real Madrid who are expected to rebuild their squad in the summer. He spoke to El Chiringuito about Real Madrid and possible transfer additions in the summer. According to Alvaro Arbeloa, only a few players will improve the current state of Real Madrid players. Morata is back with a bang ... During his playing days, the Spaniard was a utility … [Read more...]

Sterling In Awe Of Quality Shown By Liverpool Target

Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling has lauded the quality shown by Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho during his time with the Premier League champions. In a chat with Sport360, Raheem Sterling praised the impact of the young winger at both club and country level as he narrated how Jadon Sancho ran rings around him during their first training session together. Jadon Sancho and Raheem Sterling were Manchester City teammates before the former joined German Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund at the start of last season. In one of his recent interviews, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp confirmed that the Reds wanted to sign the young winger while he was at Manchester City. Liverpool Dealt Major Injury Blow In Bayern Win Klopp further revealed that … [Read more...]

Kane Backs Chelsea Winger To Shine For England

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane is adamant that young Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi will shine for the Three Lions of England despite his lack of experience at Premier League level. Callum Hudson-Odoi was promoted from the England U21 setup to the senior team on Monday by manager Gareth Southgate ahead of the Three Lions’ upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers against Czech Republic and Montenegro. In a news conference on Monday, Harry Kane revealed his confidence in the ability of Callum Hudson-Odoi as he pointed out that he has shown his quality in Three Lions’ training. The England skipper also praised the conduct and attitude of the young players in the team. Why we are lucky to have Ozil in our team, Bellerin Harry Kane has been impressed by the … [Read more...]

Ex-Liverpool Star Backed For PFA Player Award

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane has thrown his weight behind national team colleague Raheem Sterling for the PFA Player of the Year Award. Raheem Sterling has been in superb form for Premier League champions Manchester City this season and Harry Kane believes that he deserves the PFA Player of the Year accolade. At a news conference on Monday, Harry Kane lauded the impact of Raheem Sterling on both club and country. Kane and Sterling are on England national team duty and both players will be hoping to play a big part for the Three Lions ahead of their Euro 2020 qualifiers against the Czech Republic and Montenegro. How To Stop In-form Liverpool Star Revealed Former Liverpool star Raheem Sterling has scored 19 goals for Manchester City in what has … [Read more...]

Arsenal, United told the player now available for cut-price

English Premier League outfit Arsenal have been told that their star target and AS Roma defender Kostas Manolas is now available for sale and for a cut-price fee ahead of the coming summer transfer window. It is claimed that AS Roma are struggling to secure qualification to the Champions League ahead of the coming season and an agreement has been reached that he would be allowed to leave the club if that fails to happen. However, Kostas Manolas will have his release clause triggered and would be available for the Gunners and the Red Devils for a fee of about £31 million. Juventus Rekindle Interest In £290,000 per week Chelsea Star This, therefore, means that the North London outfit and the Man United team will have to battle for the signature of the … [Read more...]

Ex-Liverpool Striker Must Earn Italy Recall

Former Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli has been told that he must improve his game to earn a recall to the Italian national team. At a press conference on Monday, Italian national team manager Roberto Mancini urged Balotelli to work harder in order to earn an invitation back to the Italy squad. Roberto Mancini left Mario Balotelli out of his Italy squad for the upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers despite his return to form with his club. Mario Balotelli plays his club football for French Ligue 1 giants Marseille at the moment having joined the Champions League chasers during the winter transfer window. Agent Dismisses January Exit For Chelsea Target The ex-Liverpool player joined Marseille from fellow French club Nice after he fell out with Patrick … [Read more...]

Agent drops transfer hint as Arsenal plan to act fast on United

North London outfit Arsenal are set to snap up Man United long-term target Gabriel Martinelli ahead of the coming summer transfer window if reports in Brazil are to be believed. The Gunners are ready to spend some cash in this coming summer window so as to strengthen their team ahead of the coming season with the Brazilian international as a major target. However, it is claimed that Gabriel Martinelli has been on the radar of Man United for a long period of time but the Gunners are keen to play fast to land him ahead of the Red Devils. Arsenal send scouts to watch Spanish player Gabriel Martinelli will come in to replace Denis Suarez who is reported to be leaving the team at the end of the season after failing to impress on his loan spell. Meanwhile, … [Read more...]

Euro 2020: Liverpool Star Out Of Qualifiers

Premier League leaders Liverpool have been dealt an injury blow following the news that Reds playmaker Xerdan Shaqiri has been ruled of his country’s qualifying games for Euro 2020. Shaqiri has pulled out of the Switzerland squad after a painful inflammation in his groin area. He will miss the upcoming games against Georgia and Denmark. Xerdan Shaqiri joined Liverpool from Stoke City for around £13.5m at the start of the season and he has been in good form for the Reds in their quest for major honours in two competitions especially the Premier League. Mourinho Wanted Liverpool Winger To Replace Zaha The Swiss international star was unable to prevent Stoke City from suffering relegation from the Premier League in the last campaign and Liverpool … [Read more...]

In-form Liverpool Star On Real Madrid Shortlist

Liverpool fans have been left in a state of worry following the news that in-form Reds player Sadio Mane is on the transfer shortlist of Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid. The interest of Real Madrid in Mane was revealed by popular media outlet France Football. Real Madrid are expected to carry out a rebuilding job at the club after a disastrous season. The Spanish giants have already been knocked out of all the three competitions namely the Spanish Copa Del Rey, Spanish La Liga and the Champions League. This legend wants Four 'deadwood' players out of Anfield Real Madrid have started the rebuilding job by reappointing Zidane as the club’s manager just nine months after he walked out on the job last summer. The French football legend resigned … [Read more...]

Arsenal make u-turn in decision for Denis Suarez

The North London outfit Arsenal are reported to have made a u-turn in their decision to keep Spanish player Denis Suarez ahead of the coming season. The Gunners were able to capture Denis Suarez on loan from Barcelona and had the option of signing him on a permanent deal but that will no longer happen, according to claims that he has not been able to impress manager Unai Emery. Denis Suarez has just been able to earn six appearances since joining the Emirates Stadium with no start yet to his name. He has worked with the Gunners boss in Sevilla but there has not been a repeat of results since he joined. Liverpool Set To Reject Juventus’ £175m Bid For Star Forward Suggestions are that Denis Suarez will not be able to meet up with the rigour of the English … [Read more...]

How Hector Bellerin’s pace developed, Des Ryan

Arsenal Academy head of sports Des Ryan on Spanish right full-back Hector Bellerin seems to have an explanation for why his pace for the North London outfit Arsenal was discovered along the line. The pacy wing-back joined Arsenal from Spanish La Liga outfit Barcelona in 2011 to be with the Academy until he was handed the opportunity of first-team football. No doubt that his pace is a major factor that was considered by the former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger. Des Ryan, therefore, noted that from the inception, Hector Bellerin was identified as a high-level player who is now at the big stage because of his hard work and dedication, stressing that he is known for his skill and strength. Done deal: Liverpool complete first January signing He noted that while … [Read more...]

Arsenal have first summer target in place

North London outfit Arsenal have got their first summer transfer target to move in for with interest in Spanish La Liga outfit Atletico Madrid star Gelson Martins who is on loan with French Ligue 1 outfit Monaco. Gelson Martins has been on the radar of the North London outfit for many months with an inquiry reported to have been made in the last January winter transfer window but the Gunners could not forge ahead with an offer because of their financial restrictions. £2m Chelsea Bid Rejected For 19-Year-Old Striker Now that the Gunner seems to be ready with some funds in the coming summer window, they could move in for Gelson Martins who could also be available for a transfer as long as he can be guaranteed regular playing time. The North London outfit … [Read more...]

Salah Backed To Return To Scoring Form

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will soon rediscover his killer instincts in front of goals according to teammate Virgil Van Dijk. Dutch international Van Dijk told reporters in his latest interview via Goal that Mohamed Salah will return to his best and that other teams would be delighted to have a quality player like the Egyptian international in their ranks. Salah failed to hit the target for the fifth league game in a row during the weekend’s win over Fulham. He has scored just three goals in his 11 games for Liverpool in all competitions. Despite the lack of ruthlessness from Salah, Liverpool were able to secure a crucial 2-1 win over the Cottagers. Fabio Paratici Shuts Down Mohammed Salah Transfer Rumours Liverpool took a first half lead … [Read more...]

Chelsea Target Is Top-Six Material – Club Legend

Former Crystal Palace midfielder Shaun Derry is sure that Eagles right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka has the quality to play for a top-six team in the Premier League. Crystal Palace legend Derry told Express Sport that both Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Wilfried Zaha can play for a big club in the Premier League. Crystal Palace defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka has enjoyed a remarkable rise at Selhurst Park this season in what’s his first campaign as a Premier League footballer. The 21-year-old broke into the first team at the start of this season and he has not looked back since then. He has usurped former first choice right-back Joel Ward as the Eagles’ undisputed first choice right-back. Struggling PL Outfit Keen To Boost Defensive Options With Liverpool Star His … [Read more...]