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United set to lose one of biggest stars

Manchester United are set to part ways with Antonio Valencia in this winter transfer window, according to reports. It is claimed that Newcastle and Fulham are keen to land the star player before the end of this January winter transfer window and the Red Devils will not block his way for the move. The Ecuador international is the most senior player in the United team with respect to the number of years spent at the club, having stayed for about a decade at the Old Trafford. The odds were against him this season as he failed to secure playing … [Read more...]

Leicester City vs Liverpool : Why Jurgen Klopp must start this player ahead of Henderson

The Reds will return to action on Wednesday after an eleven-day break and they will hope to begin from where they stopped. The Reds are four points above Manchester City in the League standings as the race for the League's glory gets tougher. The Cityzens takes on Newcastle on Tuesday - a match many bookmakers believe Guardiola's men will win with wide goal margin. Considering Leicester City's form, it will be very shocking to see the Reds lose a point against the King Power outfits but it is not impossible. One player Jurgen Klopp must … [Read more...]

Liverpool intensify interest in Lazio striker, send scout to monitor him

Jurgen Klopp is reportedly done with signing and releasing of players at the ongoing transfer market, however, he's now planning for the next summer transfer window. Winning this year's Premier League glory isn't tied to the number of incoming players this month because the Reds have many players who are in top form and are willing to play their part in their title-chasing mission. As part of his preparation ahead of next season, Jurgen Klopp has reportedly sent his scout to Serie A so as to run the rule over Lazio striker Ciro Immobile in … [Read more...]

Desperate Bayern Munich offer £40m for Hudson-Odoi ; RB Leipzig rekindle interest in the youngster

Callum Hudson-Odoi is fast becoming the most sought-after youngster in the ongoing transfer market as many clubs already shown interest in him. However, the most reported bid for the youngster is from Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich who are very desperate to see the England international at Allianz Arena this week. It is said that the Bavarians want Hudson-Odoi to replace aging Arjen Robben before the end of the season and they are trying everything possible to make the Blues accept their bid. Irrespective of Bayern's eye-catching offers, … [Read more...]

Morata ‘proud’ of his stay at Stamford Bridge but ‘ can’t wait to start working’ with Atletico Madrid

Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata is in Spain, precisely Madrid, where he is expected to undergo his medical today before completing his move to the Wanda Metropolitano stadium. The former Real Madrid star hit the Spanish Capital last night and he was welcomed by the press who asked him some series of questions concerning his stay at Stamford Bridge and how he feels about the future. When asked about his uninspiring spell at Stamford Bridge, Morata revealed his happiness to have featured for such a big club even if things didn't go well for … [Read more...]

20 games, 3 starts — Liverpool to end Ojo’s loan spell

Tipped as the 'next Raheem Sterling' some years ago, England youth international Sheyi Ojo is far from making such claim becoming a reality. The 21-year-old attacker couldn't lay claim for a place in Jurgen Klopp's team despite playing a couple of games with the Reds first-team in the 2015-16 season. After many loan spells, the Liverpool academy product joined Ligue 1 newbies Reims prior to the start of the season, hoping to re-launch his career once more. However, things are more difficult - than expected - for the youngster and he could … [Read more...]

The condition Arsenal is yet to fulfill inorder to complete Carrasco’s signature

The wait is yet to be over for the North London outfit Arsenal as they are yet to secure any major deal in this winter transfer window which is already folding up. The Gunners have been linked with a number of targets but none is yet to fall through because of the transfer policy of the club which has been limited by finance. The Gunners are understood to only have the capacity to sign players on loan this winter window and not do permanent deals until the coming summer window. Prolific Josh King is wanted at United However, they have … [Read more...]

Arsenal in late swoop for Brazilian international

The end of the January winter transfer is fast approaching but there could still be a deal for the English Premier League outfit Arsenal before it runs out. The Gunners are dipped into injury crisis which makes it compulsory to strengthen if they must qualify for the Champions League next season with a top four finish. However, they have been linked with a number of players but manager Unai Emery is keen to snap up Brazilian international and Barcelona attacker Malcom in a late swoop on a loan deal with an option of a permanent buy. … [Read more...]

Klopp wants this player to stay at Anfield for many seasons

Liverpool man's manager Jurgen Klopp is hoping youngster Ki-Jana Hoever signs his first professional contract in summer. The player joined the Reds academy prior to the start of the season and has progressed through the ranks. He made his Liverpool's first-team debut in their 2-1 defeat to Wolves in the FA Cup competition some weeks ago, however, his future at Anfield remains uncertain. According to ESPN, the 17-year-old might end his relationship with the Merseyside club by the end of the campaign so as to find a new club where regular … [Read more...]

January transfer window : How has Chelsea fared so far ?

We're in the last week of the ongoing winter window and clubs should be rounding up their transactions. Traditionally, especially in England, the last week of every transfer period is always busy and this week won't be an exception as English clubs are reportedly improving offers for their prime targets so as to beat the time. As for Chelsea, Maurizio Sarri sealed a loan move for Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain last week. However, he is still in search of a midfielder to replace Cesc Fabregas, that's according to reports from Stamford Bridge … [Read more...]

Arsenal star in exchange of words with fan

Arsenal midfielder and Swiss international Granit Xhaka is reported to have clashed with a fan on his way home after seeing Manchester United defeat in the FA Cup on Friday evening. The North London outfit have now been dumped out of the competition as they suffered a 3-1 defeat by the Red Devils team, led by interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. It is obvious that the result got to Granit Xhaka who have in his effort but was not enough. He had an encounter with a fan who challenged him and he had to vet his anger. Video: What PSG fans … [Read more...]

Confirmed: Arsenal officially seal deal with striker

English Premier League outfit Arsenal have sealed a deal with Sam Greenwood which happens to be his first professional contract with the club on his 17th birthday on Saturday, Jeorge Bird reports. Sam Greenwood has been excellent for the Gunners Youth team with his versatile gift which enables him to play as a point man or an attacking midfielder where he has scored a total of six goals and two assists in 12 games at the U18 level. There is no hope for a first team football for Sam Greenwood but suggestions are that he would soon be handed the … [Read more...]

Arsenal sure to announce signature of 22-year-old Serie A star

English Premier League outfit Arsenal are sure to snap up the signature of Italian Serie A outfit Sampdoria goalkeeper Emil Audero as they are already in advanced talks, according to a Sky Sports report. The North London outfit have been told they will have to secure a new stopper after legendary stopper Petr Cech announced his decision to hang his boot at the end of the season. Emil Audero, 22 is having an impressive loan spell at the Italian outfit from Juventus but he is set to be recalled should the North London side land an agreement with … [Read more...]

Gary Cahill set to join Crystal Palace

Having failed to command regular place in Maurizio Sarri's team, it is expected that experienced defender Gary Cahill will be on the lookout for a new suitor and that has been the case since the start of the January transfer market. Transfer media reported two weeks back that Thierry Henry was hopeful of bringing him to Monaco this month, however, the move won't materialize as the Frenchman was sacked by his employers during the week. Cahill is also said to be drawing Claudio Ranieri's attention. The Fulham manager hopes to lift his team out … [Read more...]

Breaking! Unai Emery in emergency bargain for Gary Cahill

Arsenal boss Unai Emery has admitted that there is an emergency situation at the North London side as he is reported to be moving in on Chelsea defender Gary Cahill. With the January transfer window expected to close in coming days, the Gunners boss is reported to be in an emergency bargain to be able to land the England international. Arsenal are dipped in injury crisis with Sokratis Papa and Laurent Koscielny both picking up injuries in the FA Cup fourth round clash against Manchester United on Friday evening. Tottenham pushing to … [Read more...]

Arsenal legend questions Ozil’s stay

Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit has questioned why German international Mesut Ozil is still at the Emirate Stadium despite his lack of commitment to the club. According to the Arsenal legend, the former Real Madrid man has lost his motivation to play football, yet playing to earn what he does not deserve and waiting for retirement. It is no longer news that the World Cup winner emerged the highest paid player at the North London last year when he extended his contract with the club but he is yet to give his best on the pitch. Arsenal paid … [Read more...]

Liverpool’s move for 18-year-old star is more than speculation — Massimo Celino

Brescia owner Massimo Celino have confirmed the Reds interest in one of his players Sandro Tonali. We reported earlier that Jurgen Klopp has been credited with an interest in the Italian youngster — who plays for Serie B side Brescia — as Klopp look set to offload Adam Lallana by the end of the season. It was initially thought to be one of the baseless transfer rumors that often make headlines during transfer periods, however, it is more than just speculation. According to Celino, Jurgen Klopp has contacted him over the possibility of … [Read more...]

Sarri urged to sign more strikers in January

Maurizio Sarri has been urged to sign at least two strikers at the current January transaction period if he wants to finish the season among the top-four clubs. This is what David Luiz felt after they were thrashed by Arsenal on Saturday. The Blues conceded two goals at Emirates stadium and they couldn't reduce the deficit throughout the game. Sarri said in his post-match conference that his men had a losing mentality during the encounter which was responsible for their inability to find the back of the net. On the contrary, the center-back … [Read more...]

Why Liverpool must release this £25m winger in January

Serbia international Lazar Markovic joined the Reds from Benfica at the age of 20 in a deal which was said to have cost nothing less than £20m. You wouldn't want to blame Klopp for spending so much on Markovic's signature, the Serbian was a young player with huge potentials throughout his time with the Portuguese giants and Klopp thought the player would get better under his tutelage. Sadly for all parties involved in the deal [Markovic, Klopp, and Liverpool], things haven't gone as expected for the winger who is now 24 years old. Since his … [Read more...]

Arsenal still interested in Villarreal creator

English Premier League side Arsenal are still interested in the signature of Villarreal creator outfit, Pablo Fornals, according to reports from Sport via TalkSPORT. It was earlier suggested that the North London side have dropped out of the race as a result of the interest by their London rivals West Ham United. But with the latest report, the Gunners and West Ham will now battle for the signature of the star player who is believed to be available should the right offer is tabled for him. 'I am keeping a close tab on Liverpool injured … [Read more...]

How Arsenal’s Suarez pursuit is good for United

Pundits have come up with an assertion that Arsenal pursuit of Barcelona star Denis Suarez is a blessing to their long-term rivals, Manchester United. The North London outfit are keen on the signature of the Spanish international but it has been a frustrating one for the Gunners having failed to agree on a deal yet. Although, pundits claim that there are still chances of the deal breaking through as negotiations are still ongoing between both parties. The Spanish outfit have insisted on having Denis Suarez leave on a permanent deal while … [Read more...]

United shift attention to £40m-rated star after missing out on Barcelona new man

English Premier League outfit Manchester United have long had their attention on Frankie De Jong who is one of Europe’s best players in the midfield but they missed out after the player penned his signature for Spanish La Liga outfit Barcelona. Now, the Red Devils are forced to look other direction and they are understood to have identified another star player and French Ligue 1 outfit Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar and they hope to land him before the end of this winter transfer window. Houssem Aouar is not just a young star player but he has … [Read more...]

Arsenal make shock offer for United target

English Premier League outfit Arsenal made a shock bid for Manchester United long-term target Ivan Perisic with the hope of securing his service before this January winter runs out in coming Thursday. This is coming after the Italian Serie A outfit Inter Milan made it public that the player is up for sale, according to a BBC report. Ivan Perisic is Man United long term target who is being loved by former Manager Jose Mourinho. An attempt to have him leave the San Siro in the last summer window failed as the Serie A outfit were reluctant in … [Read more...]

Why David de Gea will still end up at United’s exit door

Emerging reports claim that Manchester United might not succeed in their effort to tie Spanish goalkeeper David De Gea with a new deal worth about £200,000-a-week. The former Atletico Madrid has been keen to leave the Old Trafford for the past months but the Red Devils are bent on having him remain as their first choice. This led to the Manchester United side activating a clause in his deal to have him stay for another year with the hope that he can be convinced to sign a new contract before the 12 months is over. Bayern Munich Open Talks … [Read more...]

Arsenal handed hope in pursuit of star player

English Premier League outfit Arsenal have been handed a big boost in their pursuit of Spanish La Liga outfit Real Madrid star player Isco. The Gunners are keen to and the world class player with reports that a bid would be submitted to have him switch to the English League in coming days but that has not happened. However, the situation at the Bernabeu for Isco is still unchanged as he is yet to be handed a starting role under the new manager Santiago Solari which is a statement that he is not needed at the team anymore. Arsenal lead in … [Read more...]