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Everton Vs Chelsea: Legend Gives ‘Unbiased’ Prediction To Game

Chelsea are still favorites to win the premier league title this season with just five games left to be played. The Stamford Bridge club eased to a 4-2 win in their last premier league outing against Southampton at Stamford Bridge, and are set to continue with their fine form. They moved seven points clear of their closest title rivals Tottenham Hotspur after the win prior to Spurs game against Crystal Palace the following Wednesday. Dramatic goal from Spurs star Christian Eriksen gave Mauricio Pochettino's side the three points that saw the gap between them and the premier league leaders reduced back to four. Chelsea are set to travel to Goodison Park for their next premier league game against an Everton side with one of the best goalscorers this season … [Read more...]

Monaco’s Mbappe will join Arsenal but Henry comparison premature

New kid on the block Kylian Mbappe who plies is trade for french club AS Monaco is set to join English side Arsenal FC in the summer according to Arsenal legend Robert Pires. The France international striker, 18, is one of the hottest prospects in the whole of Europe at the moment having scored 13 goals for table topping Monaco in french Lique 1 and a further 5 goals in the money spinning European champions league. His contribution has led the french side to the semi-finals of the Uefa champions league. The stellar performance has seen him linked to top European clubs such as Spanish giants Real Madrid. Earlier this week arsenal boss Wenger admitted to not having the financial muscle to lure Mbappe down to England if he became available But Robert Pires a … [Read more...]

Chelsea Star Set To Retire Too Early, Plans Already Mapped Out

According to reports, Chelsea star player Eden Hazard is planning to retire from playing on the pitch around the age of 30. The Belgian international seem to have his career already mapped out ahead of the summer. He has been linked with a move to La Liga side Real Madrid in recent times. Sources from Spain indicates that Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane has made him a priority and has asked club president Florentino Perez to ensure the Belgian's signing at the end of this season. Hazard too is said to be set to make the switch once the Premier League title is secured at Chelsea. Even though the Chelsea management are not interested in selling the Belgium international as they desire having a strong side to represent in next season's Champions League, the … [Read more...]

Manchester United Preparing For Summer Swoop For TOP Versatile Defender

Manchester United are plotting a summer bid for Benfica defender Victor Lindelof, according to Portuguese sources. The 22-year-old was a subject of transfer interest from the Red Devils during the last January transfer window, with reports that he almost moved to the Old Trafford if not for discrepancies in transfer fee between the two parties. Lindelof has been a key figure for the Portuguese side, making 52 appearances since he broke into the limelight in 2013, drawing interest from several clubs. Jose Mourinho is understood to be an admirer of Lindelof's qualities and will return for his signature next summer. Reports in Portuguese outlet A Bola suggests that Manchester United are plotting a summer bid worth £38million next summer. Although, Victor … [Read more...]

Jose Mourinho Prepared To Snatch Manchester City Star Next Summer

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has identified Joe Hart as a potential replacement for David De Gea next season, according to reports. The United shot-stopper has been heavily linked with a move away from the Old Trafford after holding talks with Real Madrid who remain keen on signing him nenxt summer. Reports in Spanish outlet Marca suggests that De Gea has told Mourinho that he wants to leave the club, triggering transfer negotiations between Real and United. The reports also claim that Jose Mourinho is considering a move for Joe Hart as replacement for David De Gea at the Old Trafford. It is understood that Real Madrid are planning a £60miillion move for the 26-year-old, which is a record transfer fee for a goalkeeper. Joe Hart who was shipped … [Read more...]

Another Premier League Star That Could Move To Chelsea Following Rift With Club

According to new reports by The Times, Michail Antonio - who plays for West Ham in England, is not in good terms with the club’s board and will be attempting to leave the club at the end of this season. The English star is said to have fallen to a very poor level at the club and Chelsea are favorites to get his signature when summer comes. Many West Ham fans are getting worried already because the results of their recent bad performances is making them move towards the relegation zone. And they might get even more bothered if the England international should eventually leave the London club at the end of this season. Antonio has been ruled out for the rest of the season following an injury, and the talented player is not too happy that his consistent … [Read more...]

Arsenal’s 24-year-old Target Pleased About Chelsea’s Interest In Him

As the season approaches it end, lots of clubs are already busy planning on stars to bring into their respective teams,  some players actually have more than one club running to sign them.... One of such is Uruguay international Diego Laxalt. In the premier league, two top clubs - Chelsea and Arsenal are interested in getting his signature ahead of the summer transfer window. The 24-year-old joined his current club Genoa permanently last year. But even at that, he has been linked with a move to the English top flight at the end of this current campaign. It was reported that the premier league duo of Chelsea and Arsenal are plotting summer moves for Diego, and his club won't mind collecting money to sell him off. It was stressed that Chelsea's boss Antonio … [Read more...]

Jurgen Klopp Set To Splash $46M To Bring Spanish Star To Liverpool

Even though Liverpool are currently the team that have scored the most goals this season so far in the English top flight ( 70 goals), the Anfield club are still seriously lacking depth in the attack. Many a times, when Sadio Mane is not available, Liverpool always struggle both to create chances and to score goals. So, it is necessary that the manager makes attempt to improve his attacking department, as far as Liverpool transfer news is concerned, a Spanish star in the person of Isco is now in the limelight. Even though news coming out from Spain states that Real Madrid French boss Zinedine Zidane wants to offer the Spanish international a new deal that will make him stay until 2022, it was also added that some top clubs are trying to lure him to their … [Read more...]

Jurgen Klopp Officially Reveals Imminent Transfer Plans Ahead Of Busy Window

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has revealed that there are plans to sign more players next transfer window. The Reds have been linked with several targets in the summer transfer window, with suggestions that Jurgen Klopp is keen on bringing players to his current squad after getting worried by his players' performances in the season. Liverpool have been plagued with number of injuries and defensive fralities this season which has derailed their title hopes so far. Talking about his current injuries and need to bring in new faces to Anfield next season, Jurgen Klopp said: "We are not surprised when Mane is sidelined, Lallana is sidelined, Henderson is sidelined, Sturridge is sidelined - we are not surprised about this [lack of depth of the bench]. "It was … [Read more...]

Chelsea Wants To Beat Manchester United To This £13k-a-week Midfield Marshall

Chelsea are pushing to beat Manchester United to the signature of AS Monaco midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko, according to reports. It is understood that Antonio Conte is keen to add more players to his squad despite their current impressive feats in the Premier League. The Italian boss is said to be in the transfer market for several players next summer, after confirming that he will bring in new faces to replace some of the players that left Stamford Bridge. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Chelsea are considering a summer move for the French midfielder, who is also a subject of transfer from Manchester United, with reports that Jose Mourinho is also keen on adding Bakayoko to his midfield. The midfielder has been a key figure at Monaco, who are currently … [Read more...]

Arsene Wenger Reveals Interest In Tottenhams £50k-a-week Midfield Maestro

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed he was interested in signing Tottenham Hotspur midfielder, Dele Alli while he was playing for MK Dons. The 21-year-old has been an impressive figure with Tottenham Hotspur, churning out brilliant displays and drawing interest from several clubs. Ahead of the North London Derby between Spurs and Arsenal next Sunday, Arsene Wenger has revealed he watched Alli when he was playing for MK Dons but failed to sign as the midfielder joined their local rivals, Tottenham Hotspur. When asked about the player, Wenger said: ‘I think so, yes, we looked at it,’ ‘He played for MK, down the road here. You have to say he’s done extremely well. ‘He works very well, he’s a complete player and very dangerous. He scores goals – … [Read more...]

Arsenal ready to hijack Chelsea’s move for Premier League centre-back

Arsenal Football Club have been leaking far too many goals this season, and that has left them wallowing in seventh place in the Premier League table. The Gunners’ form has been up and down, and outside of Laurent Koscielny, they haven’t really had a centre-half that they can rely upon every week. It looks as though Arsene Wenger has identified that problem as an area in which the club can strengthen in when the summer transfer window opens. One man they are looking at is Southampton’s Virgil van Dijk. That’s according to The Mirror who claims that Arsenal are looking to hijack Chelsea’s move to bring in the Dutchman. Already odds are shortening on the highly rated centre back leaving Southampton this summer with Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham and … [Read more...]

Deal Close: Star Set To Become Arsenal’s First Signing Come Summer

Considering Arsenal's unpleasant outing this season that could make them miss next season's Champions League, it is obvious the North London club are going to bring in new legs at the end of this season. Right now according to new reports, the Emirate club are putting the finishing touches to sign Schalke star defender Sead Kolasinac. It was claimed that the leftback has already underpass medical tests with the club and the deal is all but complete. The Bosnian star has been touted to be the club’s first-choice left-back next term and that the deal is now reportedly 95% done. Kolasinac's current contract at the German club is set to expire at the end of this season and he will become a free agent after June. Therefore, various top clubs including Manchester … [Read more...]

Tottenham vs Arsenal: Mauricio Sends Message To Arsenal Ahead Of Derby

Ahead of the huge north London derby at White Hart Lane on Sunday, Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino has thrown a little dig at Arsene Wenger's side. The manager insisted that his side have better ambitions than simply finishing above the Emirate club. Tottenham Hotspur are set to host Arsenal in their next premier league game at home on Sunday, and if Mauricio Pochettino's side should get the three points successfully, a new stat would be created: The First Time Tottenham Will Finish Above Arsenal Since The 1994/1995 Season. The season is coming to an end in the English top flight, and there are just five games left to be played. Tottenham has impressively reduced Chelsea's lead above the table to four and will add more pressure on Antonio Conte's side if … [Read more...]

Manchester United Hero Has This To Say About Chelsea Talented Star

Earlier this month when Chelsea lost 2-0 to Manchester United at Old Trafford in the premier league, the blues fans were not the most happiest set of people on earth. Apart from the fact that no team loves losing (especially to rival clubs), the game was a crucial one that saw their title rival Tottenham Hotspur reducing their gap at the top of the table. Additionally, during the encounter at Old Trafford, Chelsea fans were frustrated because their players simply seem helpless - including their Belgian star Eden Hazard. Man United player that received the accolades for keeping Hazard quiet in the game is Spanish star Ander Herrera. However, Herrera has expressed that in his own opinion, the best player in the English top flight this season is the Belgium … [Read more...]

Bad News For Tottenham Hotspur Ahead Of Arsenal Clash

Ahead of their Sunday North London Derby against Arsene Wenger's Arsenal, Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino is worried over the fitness of oneof his influential player in the person of Mousa Dembele. The midfielder was substituted with an ankle injury during their last Premier League outing against Crystal Palace on Wednesday, away from home. Dembele was substituted at the first half of the game in their 1-0 win over Sam Allardyce's side. Prior to the 1-0 win at Selhurst Park, Chelsea extended their lead at the top of the premier league table by being seven points clear, after beating Southampton 4-2 at Stamford Bridge. But Mauricio Pochettino's side reduced the gap back to four points with their hard fought victory against a stubborn Crystal Palace side. … [Read more...]

Confirmed – Jose Mourinho Desperate To Snatch Chelsea’s Attacker, Board Ordered To Get Him

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has told the club to sign Chelsea attacker Willian next summer, according to reports. The Portugues boss has publicly spoken about his for Brazilian star who performed well under him at the Stamford Bridge last season while the Blues were having a torrid time in the Premier League. Reports in ESPN claim that Jose Mourinho has ordered United board to do deal for Willian next summer window as growing confident that the player wants the switch. The 28-year-old has found his chances under Antonio Conte limited in the 3-4-3 formation as the Italian boss prefer Pedro in the right wing positon. Willian has made only 13 appearances in the Premier League this season and was not part of Chelsea's 4-2 win over Crystal Palace last … [Read more...]

Arsenal Can Beat Liverpool For Top Striker’s Signature – Here Is Why

As this season approaches it end, premier league side Arsenal are seeking for a top quality striker who can score lots of goals to help win more matches. The Gunners boss Arsene Wenger is set to reinforce his squad in the summer transfer window and some big names have been linked with the North London club already. Players like Romelu Lukaku and Kylian Mbappe have been linked with Arsenal in recent times, and Alexandre Lacazette as also been a long-time target. Now, according to reports coming from the French media, Arsenal are revealed to be the only English club that are seriously interested in the France international and Lyon star. Just last month, it was reported that Liverpool too are interested in Alexandre, and the 25-year-old has a release clause … [Read more...]

Confrimed – Man United Submit £50m Bid For This Ligue 1 Defender

Manchester United have submitted a £50million bid for Paris Saint Germain defender Marquinhos, according to reports. The Brazilian defender is tipped to leave Paris Saint Germain this summer, due to number of interest from several clubs who are eager to have him. Reports in Italian outlet Calciomercato have it that Inter Milan are set to rival the Red Devils for his signature for the Marquinhos next summer. The Serie A giants are set for a massive Chinese take-over at end of the season and have identified the young defender as one of their targets as they look to revamp the team to return to reckoning in Europe. However, Marquinhos has hinted that he will staying with PSG despite increased interest from several clubs in Europe. It is understood that … [Read more...]

Why Liverpool Failed To Sign Top English Midfielder, Former Club Chief Reveals

Former Liverpool CEO Ian Ayre has revealed that the club failed to sign Dele Alli because of his demands. The 21-year-old midfielder has been regarded as one of the best midfielder in the Premier League due to his brilliant displays for Tottenham Hotspurs, drawing interest from several clubs. Before his move to Spurs, Alli was also linked with a move to Anfield with reports that he met with former Liverpool Brendan Rodgers over a potential deal which could not be finalised due to his demands. Ian Ayre revealed: "There was interest in the player, but where it got to was that the demands at that time were not fitting to what he had achieved at that point, "We didn't feel the player matched that demand. It's easy to sit and say 'look what you could have … [Read more...]

Liverpool Legend States New Revelations About Chelsea

Former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp has heaped lots of praises on Chelsea new Italian boss, and believes the club are playing a different type of football currently under the Italian boss. When current Man United boss Jose Mourinho was still boss at the Stamford Bridge club, the club was known to be a largely counter-attacking and defensive side. But now that the former Juventus manager is in charge at the west London club, he has changed the squad and their style of play too. Conte's new style of play has made the blues an unstoppable force this season. They have been at the top of the premier league table for a long while, and are on the way to winning the premier league title and the FA Cup double this term. The former Liverpool man Redknapp, … [Read more...]

Arsene Wenger Reveals Interest In French Youngster, But Could Be Put Off By Price Tag

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed he is interested in AS Monaco youngster Kylian Mbappe, according to reports. The French forward has been tipped as one of the hottest prospects in Europe due to his brilliant displays, scoring 21 goals in 25 appearances so far this season. Mbappe has been regarded as the next 'Thierry Henry' with his technical skills which has drawn interest from several clubs in Europe. He  told SFR Sport: "Of course [we're targeting Mbappe]. "It would be hypocritical and a lie to say we're not following him. "But he's perhaps already in the category of clubs who perhaps have more financial potential than us." Known for his love for developing youngster into World players, Arsene Wenger will be thrilled to bring Kylian Mbappe … [Read more...]