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Deal On: Liverpool Join Race To Sign In-form Bournemouth Star

Bournemouth midfielder Ryan Fraser has been attracting a lot of interests from the big Premier League sides after his superb campaign for the Cherries. The petite playmaker was the standout player for Bournemouth who finished in the bottom six at the end of the latest Premier League campaign. The newest club to show an interest in signing Fraser this summer is Liverpool according to the latest reports emanating from the media in the United Kingdom. It was revealed that the Champions League finalists have joined other Premier League giants like Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea in the race to sign Ryan Fraser as confirmed by The Sun. Record Maker: Liverpool Defender Sets New Premier League Record Bournemouth are almost resigned to losing him to … [Read more...]

Reward For Excellence: Liverpool Target Named Marc Vivien Foe Award Recipient

Lille winger Nicolas Pepe has been named the winner of the Marc Vivien Foe Award after a stellar season in the French League this term. The Marc Vivien Foe Award is for the best African player in the French top flight and it’s in the honour of late Foe who slumped while playing for his country Cameroon. Liverpool target Pepe won the award ahead of Whabi Khazri of Tunisia and Saint Etienne & Ismaila Sarr of Senegal and Rennes. Nicolas Pepe has been in devastating form for Lille since he joined the club two years ago. Hazard Offered £20m To Quit Chelsea The Ivorian international scoring machine signed for Lille from fellow French top flight side Amiens. He has been attracting the interest of several European clubs in the transfer window … [Read more...]

Confirmed: Jose Mourinho Offered Managerial Role At European Club

Former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has been offered the managerial role at Scottish Premiership champions Celtic according to club legend Chris Sutton. The former Chelsea and Celtic striker revealed that his former club has offered Mourinho the chance to return to the dugout. He was speaking while doing his punditry job on BT Sports. When asked about his preferred choice for the vacant managerial job at Celtic, Chris Sutton opted for Juventus manager Maximiliano Allegri. Italian tactician Allegri will leave Italian champions Juventus this summer paving the way for European clubs like Celtic to swoop in on him. Fantastic Duo: Two Liverpool Players Make Team Of The Week Shortlist Celtic have been without a permanent manager since Brendan … [Read more...]

Deal On: Loan Is A Possibility For Chelsea Target

Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon has revealed that Gareth Bale will most likely leave the club on loan this summer. Ramon Calderon talked about Real Madrid forward Bale in a chat with BBC Sports Wales amidst the ongoing transfer rumours linking him with an exit from the club. Gareth Bale can leave Real Madrid on loan or on a permanent deal this summer after falling out of favour with manager Zinedine Zidane. Bale has been frozen out of Real Madrid by manager Zinedine Zidane in recent weeks thereby leading to talks about his long-term future at the club. The Welsh international star has been touted as a possible transfer addition to several Premier League clubs including Chelsea. Job Done: Striker To Return To Juventus After Chelsea … [Read more...]

Deal Off: £35m Chelsea Loanee To Return After Milan Spell

AC Milan midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko will leave the club this summer after his loan spell with the Italian Serie A giants. This is according to the publication from trusted Italian news outlet Calciomercato which claimed that the Rossoneri won’t take up the option of making his loan deal a permanent one. Bakayoko joined AC Milan from Premier League giants Chelsea on a season-long loan deal at the start of this season with the option to sign him permanently for £35m. The 24-year-old will now return to Chelsea after his loan spell expires next month after AC Milan decided against his permanent transfer. Franck Kessie Could Be Chelsea's Player In Summer AC Milan are not willing to pay the £35m transfer fee in his loan contract. French midfielder … [Read more...]

Revealed: £88m Liverpool Target Eyed As Pogba Replacement

Manchester United have identified Lyon midfielder Tanguy Ndombele as the man to potentially replace star player Paul Pogba if the French World Cup winner decides to leave this summer. This is according to the report from popular media outlet Metro which claimed that the Red Devils will only make a move for the aforementioned Ndombele if international teammate Pogba leaves the club. Ironically, Tanguy Ndombele made his French national team debut in October as a second half replacement for Paul Pogba during an international friendly match with Iceland. The game ended 2-2 as France came from two goals down at home to avoid defeat against minnows Iceland. Liverpool vs Southampton: Is there any reason to be worried about Van Dijk injury? Manchester United … [Read more...]

How PSG are plotting United “coup” with David De Gea

It is no longer news that French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint Germain are keen on the signature of Spanish international and Man United stopper David De Gea ahead of the coming season. David De Gea has since been linked to a number of clubs especially after he declared his intention to leave the club and refused to sign a new contract. The Spanish goalkeeper is known to be a very important player in the Man United team but he is reported to be annoyed at the club since the reign of former manager Jose Mourinho and he is yet to recover from it. Deal On!!! Race hot up for Leicester City star as Three EPL side battle In a bid to keep him at the club, the Red Devils have triggered a clause in the contract of the former Atletico Madrid goalkeeper which permits … [Read more...]

Free Aaron Ramsey flies to Juventus but is yet to join them

The Wales international is now a free player away from the North London outfit Arsenal after failing to agree on a new deal with the club. He is reported to have agreed on a new deal with the Italian Serie A outfit Juventus on a four-year-deal which means he would be joining them in the course of the summer transfer window. It is noted that the former Cardiff City midfielder spent over a decade at the Emirates Stadium which leaves him as one of the oldest players in the just concluded season and would definitely be missed. Deal On!!! United in talks with Benfica over 21-year-old talent However, it has been reported that the Wales international has made a trip to Italy to visit his new club but he is yet to resume because he would be a part of the … [Read more...]

23-year-old defensive beast is still the answer?

It has been suggested that the interest by the north London outfit Arsenal in the signature of Spanish La Liga outfit Espanyol defender Mario Hermoso during the summer transfer window should be taken seriously. The Gunners team conceded well over 50 goals in the course of the just concluded season which raises concerns over their ability to hold on to win a title. This has been identified by manager Unai Emery which is why he is making an attempt to secure the signature of the La Liga star but he has been advised to move in for the deal knowing that he would not be able to challenge for titles without new and quality defenders. Shock Deal!!! Aubameyang on his way out??? Laurent Koscielny, who suffered a major injury, could not manage to hold on the … [Read more...]

Hope alive as Arsenal could still sign this Ajax star

The North London outfit Arsenal have been tipped to still land Ajax star Hakim Ziyech this summer window as reports claim that they are still in the pole position to achieve that. Hakim Ziyech has got whole numbers of suitors as Man United, Barcelona and Bayern Munich all seek to land him as soon as the summer transfer window is opened. It has been suggested that Hakim Ziyech would be an ideal signing for the North London outfit and Unai Emery owing to his style and quality which would be needed at the Emirates Stadium and it is reported that he could be well available for a fee of about £25 million which would be affordable. Deal Confirmed!!! Matthijs de Ligt sends transfer reply to Man United The Morocco international was a major part of the Ajax team … [Read more...]

Arsenal, United handed major blow in chase of PSG star

The English Premier League duo of Arsenal and Man United have been handed a heavy blow in their chase of French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint-German defender Thomas Meunier as the summer transfer window is almost opened. Thomas Meunier has been impressive for the Ligue 1 outfit but he has just a year left to the end of the season which signals his end as there are fears of losing him for free. It is claimed that the North London outfit Arsenal are keen on his signature while Man United are also on the standby seeking to snatch him up but the interest from the West London outfit has not been taken seriously. Deal Off: Liverpool Say No To Forward Sale Despite PSG Interest However, all of the suitors have been dealt a major blow with Thomas Munier insisting … [Read more...]

Winter window target says he is now ready for move

The North London outfit Arsenal were interested in the signature of Yannick Carrasco in the last January winter transfer window but a deal failed to fall through for reasons that cannot be explained. Yannick Carrasco left the Spanish La Liga outfit Real Madrid to join Chinese Super League Dalian Yifang but he seems to be tired of the Asian country and seeks a return to Europe with the Gunners as major sultriest. Admitting that there were interest from the English Premier League clubs for his signature in the last winter transfer window, Yannick Carrasco has now confessed that he would jump at any opportunity to switch to England in the summer transfer window. Man United close to agreeing return of star forward He hints that he would have to speak to the … [Read more...]

Arsenal to swoop for 18-year-old sensation to solve defensive crisis

It would not be out of place to claim that the North London outfit Arsenal are dipped in a defensive crisis especially after they conceded over 50 goals in the close of the just concluded season. This, therefore, calls for attention as the summer transfer window is close to being opened with manager Unai Emery seeking to land French Ligue 1 outfit Saint-Etienne defender William Saliba to solve the entire crisis in the coming season. William Saliba is only 18 but he has proven to have big qualities to be able to manage the Arsenal defence in the coming season. As a result of his big show in the French Ligue 1, he has been tipped to be the next Raphael Varane. United reportedly in talks with this German international The 18-year-old only had his … [Read more...]

How Guendouzi could help Arsenal meet transfer target

The North London outfit Arsenal have got a target for the summer transfer window to secure quality additions that would be able to add value to the team and also cost less. However, French Ligue 2 outfit Lorient star Alexis Claude-Maurice has been identified by the Gunners boss Unai Emery to fall within the scope of what is needed at the Emirates Stadium. It has therefore been suggested that the wish by the Gunners team to land Alexis Claude-Maurice could happen with the influence of Matteo Guendouzi who also left the club about a year ago. Solskjaer speaks on future at Old Trafford With Danny Welbeck set to leave the Emirates Stadium at the end of the season, the Gunners boss have identified Alexis Claude-Maurice as a better replacement for him and … [Read more...]

Man United expects one thing form Pogba before move

The speculations linking France international Paul Pogba out of the English Premier League outfit Man United is still unending as the summer transfer window is close to being activated The former Juventus midfielder is reported to be unhappy at the Old Trafford, hence, seek to leave the club to be able to make his dream move to the Spanish La Liga outfit Real Madrid because of his wish to play under manager Zinedine Zidane. The latest report has now revealed that the Red Devils will not let go of Paul Pogba unless he is able to present a transfer request to the club. Revealed: Liverpool Face London Threat For £40m Neres It is no longer news that the Red Devils management is not willing to let go of the star player despite the heat but manager Ole Gunnar … [Read more...]

Stoke starlet on his way to the Old Trafford

The emerging report reveals that the English Premier League outfit Man United are on the verge of bringing in Stoke City starlet Nathan Collins as soon as the summer transfer window becomes active. Former Man United star Darren Fletcher is reported to be the man behind the push for the star player as he has been impressed with Nathan Collins’ performance with just three appearances in the Championship last season. The Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is known for working with young lads and has admitted the quality of Nathan Collins with the hope that a deal would be agreed on to land the 18-year-old. English Threat: Chelsea Face Man Utd Threat For Crystal Palace Defender Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is left with no choice than to have a total overhaul of … [Read more...]

Another £35m-rated goalkeeper emerge as De Gea’s replacement

The English Premier League outfit Man United are yet to resolve the uncertainty surrounding the future of Spanish goalkeeper David De Gea at the Old Trafford as he is yet to extend his stay at the club while his contract is already running out. The Red Devils have already triggered the extra clause in De Gea’s contract to have him remain at the club for another year which is also running out and it calls for major concerns as the management are not willing to part ways with the former Atletico Madrid shot stopper. Alisson Becker Earns High Praise From World Cup Winner It is therefore reported that the Man United team are already considering Ajax stopper Andre Onana as a replacement for David De Gea in the summer transfer window. While it is yet to be … [Read more...]

Man United warned against losing forgotten striker

The English Premier League outfit Man United have been warned not to part ways with their forgotten striker James Wilson who is currently on loan with Aberdeen. James Wilson’s loan deal came to an end with Aberdeen on Sunday and he is expected to return back to the Old Trafford but that might not happen as his contract with Man United expires this season. There are fears that manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will not want to hand a new deal to the star player as he is set to have a total overhaul of the team to bring in new players while James Wilson has now proven that he would be able to fight for a first-team football. Deal confirmed!!! United close to first summer signings But former defender Clayton Blackmore has warned the Red Devils to hand the star … [Read more...]

Ed Woodward reveals his candidate for big Man United role

Man United have already agreed on a restructuring of the club which makes them seek for a sporting director that will take charge of other roles including transfer activities. The need for a sporting director arose with Jose Mourinho, before his sack as the Red Devils boss had an outburst with the club executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward over his inability to secure the signature of his transfer targets. However, a number of names have been motioned as candidates for the position but the latest report reveals that the executive vice-chairman seeks to have someone emerge from within and he is considering the head of youth development John Murtough for the job. Why Crystal Palace could bring the best out of Arsenal It is therefore reported that Ed … [Read more...]

Boca Juniors reacts to interest from Arsenal midfielder

South American outfit Boca Juniors have reacted to claims credited to the English Premier League outfit Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira insisting that he would play at the club in the future. It would be recalled that Lucas Torreira recently stated that he would like to return back to play for the South American outfit as he claims that he has his heart at the club right from when he was young. He stressed that he has got friends there and has sometimes gone to watch their games which speaks of his relationship with them. Chelsea Player Injured In Friendly Clash However, Boca Juniors in their reaction appreciated the Arsenal man for indicating interest in playing for the club but they noted that they will have no words on that at the moment because he … [Read more...]

Arsenal seal two-year deal with Dutch midfielder

The English Premier League outfit Arsenal have been confirmed to have completed the signature of Dutch midfielder Jill Roord on a two-year deal for the Gunners ladies. It has been observed that just like every other deal for the women football, the pursuit of Jill Roord was not handled publicly as it is almost a surprise deal to Arsenal fans. It has therefore been confirmed that Jill Roord will be with the North London outfit until 2021 as agreed in the contract terms. Jill Roord is only 22 but she delivered a total of 14 goals for the German Bundesliga outfit Bayern Munich ladies. Right Price: Chelsea Target Is Worth £60m However, she has come out to claim that she is proud to sign for the Gunners team, stressing that Arsenal is an amazing club and … [Read more...]

Confirmed: Liverpool Target Will Leave Lille THIS Summer

Lille manager Christopher Galtier has confirmed that star player Nicolas Pepe will leave the club during this summer transfer window. Galtier talked about the in-form Pepe shortly after he bagged two more goals in the league. Lille thrashed Angers 5-0 in their penultimate game of the season in French Ligue 1 and the aforementioned Pepe was the star of the show once again. It could be his last home game for Lille before his exit this summer. Nicolas Pepe is one of the hottest properties in European football at the moment following his performances for Lille over the course of the last two seasons since his transfer from Angers. Record Maker: Liverpool Defender Sets New Premier League Record He scored two goals against his former club on Saturday to … [Read more...]