After a storming start to Euro 2016, Juventus ‘ Italian defender Leonardo Bonucci has caught the attention of Premier League giants Manchester United. The Azzurri have kept two clean sheets in their opening Group E matches, with the 29-year-old even claiming an assist to continue an excellent double-winning season with the Old Lady. That form has seen Manchester United consider a bid for Bonucci, according to Daily Star, with a whopping €64 million being placed on the centre-back’s price tag by Juve. Having only just signed tied the … [Read more...]
Former City Boss Pellegrini linked with vacant Southampton job
Southampton’s search for a new manager has taken a further twist, with Claude Puel, Vitor Pereira and Manuel Pellegrini all on the shortlist before further interviews this weekend. The bookmakers’ favourite has been Rudi Garcia but, after talks over recent days, the former Lille and Roma manager is no longer regarded as an option. Frank de Boer, André Villas-Boas and Eddie Howe are also not on the shortlist list, but Pellegrini has emerged as a potential candidate after signals that he would be interested in talking to Southampton and … [Read more...]
Vicente Del Bosque key to Spain success- Fabregas
After an impressive victory against Turkey at Euro 2016 , Cesc Fabregas spoke at length about the influence of Spain coach Vicente del Bosque. Highlighting his coach’s importance, the Chelsea player focussed on the creativity with which Del Bosque allows his players to perform. “The coach transmits security and tranquillity,” the 29-year-old told reporters. “You always go out on the pitch knowing what you have to do – he gives us that freedom on the field and you feel free to play your game. “That’s very important at the moment … [Read more...]
Manchester City set sights on German playmaker Toni Kroos
Manchester City have lined up a second German swoop with a £37million deal for Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos Kroos has been on of the players of the tournament so far, and City boss Pep Guardiola believes the German will fit into his philosophy of the passing and pressing game. The Real Madrid player almost joined City's rivals Manchester United a couple of summers ago before joining the Spanish giants instead He was influential in Real’s run to winning the Champions League last season, but is now set for a move to City which They … [Read more...]
Chelsea and United interested in Napoli star Marek Hamsik
Manchester United and Chelsea face a difficult task to sign Napoli Star Marek Hamsik, according to his agent. The 28-year-old Slovakia star, who has been one of the shining lights at Euro 2016 scoring a wonderful goal in the recent win over Russia, has come on to the radar of the Premier League duo, according to sources. Chelsea and United are reportedly keen on Hamsik, who played in every Serie A game last season, scoring six goals as the Naples club finished second to secure a place in the Champions League. However, the Premier League … [Read more...]
Alexis Sanchez scores as Chile hit Mexico for seven
This Mexico team was supposed to be different. They were spectacularly talented, had the longest unbeaten streak in the world and were playing what amounted to home matches, with gigantic green-clad crowds packing every stadium they played in. Copa America Centenario was going to be El Tri's breakout tournament, as they conquered the Western Hemisphere to win their biggest trophy ever and make their statement as true contenders on the world stage. Instead, they went out in the first round of the knockout stages, making it no different than … [Read more...]
Manchester United one of three clubs interested in Neymar
Manchester United have been linked with a move for Barcelona superstar Neymar as his agent claims three clubs are interested in the Brazilian. The Brazilian superstar has a clause in his Barca contract that allows the forward to speak to any interested parties who meet his €200million (£157m) price tag. And his agent, Wagner Ribeiro, claims there are thee clubs – reportedly Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid – who are ready to put the money up in a bid to lure the 24-year-old away from Catalonia. Ribeiro said: “There … [Read more...]
Conte likely to recall Cuadrado
New Chelsea coach Antonino Conte, could be prepared to give Juan Cuadrado another chance at Stamford Bridge and prise him away from Juventus . The Colombian midfielder played at Juventus last season, helping them to lift Serie A and the Coppa Italia, and the new Chelsea coach is believed to to be a fan of the winger. Since signing for Chelsea from Fiorentina in January 2015 for €32 million, the 24-year-old has only played 15 matches for the Blues and was loaned back to Italy with Juventus for the whole of last season. However, Conte … [Read more...]
Manchester United linked with a move for Cesar Azpilicueta
Manchester United are interested in signing Chelsea full-back Cesar Azpilicueta, according to reports in Spain. Spanish daily AS claims incoming Chelsea gaffer Antonio Conte is happy to offload the versatile defender this summer for just £11.8million. Sourcea say that Azpilicueta is a target for Barcelona as they look to replace the departed Dani Alves, but now Jose Mourinho is believed to be interested in the defender. The Spain star was a key player under Mourinho at Chelsea and the United boss is a big admirer of the consistent … [Read more...]
Liverpool head physiotherapist Chris Morgan to leave the club this summer
Morgan has spent 10 years working with the Reds, with both the first team and the academy. His departure follows that of fitness and conditioning coach Ryland Morgans late last season and continues a reshaping of backroom staff under manager Jurgen Klopp. In a statement Liverpool thanked Morgan for his contribution. It read: “Chris is someone who commands the professional respect and personal warmth of the first-team players and all his colleagues at Melwood. When I started at Liverpool 10 years ago I never dreamt I would get to … [Read more...]
Liverpool and Roma keep tabs on Mateo Kovacic
A return to Seria A could be on the cards for Mateo Kovacic, although Liverpool have shown keen interest for the Croatian. After an inconsistent season with Real Madrid, Mateo Kovacic is interesting a number of clubs, with Serie A giants Roma facing competition in the form of Liverpool. The Premier League side suffered their own inconsistencies during 2015-16, replacing coach Brendan Rodgers with Borussia Dortmund icon, Jurgen Klopp, who recently took the Reds to the Europa League final, only for them to be defeated by Sevilla. It is … [Read more...]