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Here Is The Man That Should Have Replaced Mourinho At Chelsea

Many Chelsea supporters only knew that Antonio Conte was signed last summer to manage the club, but not many are aware that lots of things occurred behind the scenes, and  Conte might not have been the boss! Jorge Sampaoli, former Chile head coach, made some revelations in a recent interview. He took charge of Chile in 2012, and he led the South America country to win the Copa America three years later. The 57-year-old who is now in charge at La Liga side Sevilla, revealed the real reason he stopped coaching Chile despite his fame rose at the South American country. The manager stated that he was in the race to replace Jose Mourinho at Chelsea as the Stamford Bridge outfit were interested in appointing him last year. Speaking to the Sun, Jorge stated … [Read more...]

Finally, Chelsea Receives Green Lights To Sign Belgian Star In Summer

Last summer, Belgian star Radja Nainggolan was linked with a move to Chelsea as the Stamford Bridge club were reportedly in talks with him about a move to the club. The move failed to materialise and he decided to stay in the Serie A club instead. But it seems Chelsea can get him now as his Italian club - AS Roma, has reportedly told him he can leave the club if he desires. Reports coming from Italy states that Roma inform Radja that he can leave, therefore giving a huge boost to Chelsea’s hopes of signing him. Last month, the midfielder revealed to Sky Sports News that he had a discussion with the Chelsea manager Conte and that the west London club were really interested in him and wanted him over there at the club. Antonio Conte is reportedly keen on … [Read more...]

Good News, Chelsea To Splash £25M To Bring In This Star Player

Apart from Tottenham Hotspur, Antonio Conte's Chelsea side have one of the best defence in the Premier League this season. With just few games left to play in the English top flight, the west London club have conceded just 25 goals for now. But despite having superb defenders in his team, it appears Chelsea's boss Antonio Conte desire adding more strength to his defense department. And Sporting Gijon young star Jorge Mere is in the limelight. A report coming from the English media states that the former Juventus manager is determined to get the 19-year-old's signature who has a release clause of £25 million (which is $31million). The Spanish international has represented his country at all levels, but he is yet to make his debut for the senior national side. … [Read more...]

Transfer Alert: £110m Submitted For Arsenal Target

AS Monaco has received a massive £110m bid for Teenage sensation, Kylian Mbappe, according to reports. The French youngster has been a rising star in Europe this season, churning out impressive displays for the Ligue 1 champions, scoring 21 goals so far this season which has sparked speculation among major clubs. Reports in Yahoo Sport have it that Monaco has now received a bid of around £110m for Mbappe but turned it down due to unknown reasons. Although, the club that made the deal was not identified in the report but the likes of Manchester City, Manchester United, Arsenal, Real Madrid, Paris Saint Germain and Bayern Munich has been credited to be vying for his signature. It is understood that the Ligue 1 giants may continue to hold out for a higher … [Read more...]

Mesut Ozil Drops Major Update On Arsenal Future Amid Speculation

Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil has revealed contract talks with the club have been suspended due to the club's current difficult spell. The German star has been in the headline in recent weeks due to his refusal to renew his contract at the Emirates, sparking serious speculation over his future in North London. However, Arsene Wenger has remained adamant that the club will not be selling any of their stars to league rivals, despite risking see the likes of Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil going to free transfer next summer. The 28-year-old has now revealed: ‘At the moment what is important is Arsenal, not me or any other players, ‘The team are having a more difficult spell and at this stage I am not important, no other player is important – what is important … [Read more...]

Barcelona Begin MASSIVE Summer Spree With Approach For Liverpool Forward

Barcelona have started initial steps to sign Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho next summer, according to reports in Spain. The Catalan giants are edging towards a busy summer window and have started a major proceedings ahead of the transfer window. Reports in Spanish outlet SPORT have claimed that Barca are in 'advanced negotiations' with the 24-year-old forward and will hope to succeed in luring him to the Camp Nou next summer. Coutinho has been a standout performer for the Reds in the current season, churning out impressive displays so far this season. It is understood that Jurgen Klopp does not want the Brazilian to depart Anfield, due to his role so far for the Reds this season. Barcelona are also making frantic efforts to see Gerard Deulofeu return … [Read more...]

Bad News For Chelsea After Club Giant Rejects Massive Bid For Goal Machine

Chelsea have failed in their latest efforts in signing Torino forward Andrez Belotti, according to reports. Reports in Tuttosport have it that the Blues tabled an offer of around £85 million for the 23-year-old, with reports the bid is be an initial £51m bid with £34m in add-ons. But the Italian club rejected the offer, insisting the money should be paid in full. It is understood that Antonio Conte is keen on adding Belotti to his current squad and will continue to press for the transfer during the next summer transfer window. The Italian forward has been in an impressive form for Torino this season, scoring 24 goals in 28 appearances to become the joint-top scorer in the Serie A this season. Speaking about the transfer, club president Urbano Cairo told … [Read more...]

Real Madrid vs. Bayern Munich: Five key battles ahead of the Champions League clash.

The two European Heavyweight face off against each other in what is the Champions League climax in the quarters-final stages. Players of high quality and reputation would be on show why he the two of the most famous names would be with coaching dugouts to flex their tactical muscles in a bid to out in teach other in the game. The Bavarian giants have been in superb form while the Madrid side is also on top of their games and this will be a battle royal as both sides square up against each other at the Allianz Arena, quality football’s expected from both teams as both sides have quality players at their disposal. It will be an intriguing game to watch as despite some tactical input by the coach individual quality can still be highlight five key battle ahead … [Read more...]

Club Ready To Splash HUGE On This Unwanted Arsenal Star

Paris Saint Germain are closing on a summer swoop for Arsenal striker, Lucas Perez, according to reports. The 28-year-old has grown frustrated at his lack of chances at the Emirates, and wants to leave the club despite just joining the Gunners last summer transfer window but has scored just one goal in the Premier League so far. It is understood that Arsenal are also ready to cash in on the Spaniard due to his style of play, and Paris Saint Germain are looking at the prospects of signing Perez, with reports that Unai Emery is a long-term admirer of the striker and will try to lure him to the Parc du Princes next summer. Although, Perez might be brought in as cover for Edinson Cavani who is currently on an impressive run in the current season, scoring 42 … [Read more...]

Manchester United Fans Wants This Player Signed After Fantastic Display

Manchester United fans begs their Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho and the United management to sign Kylian Mbappe after his superb performances in the Champions League. The young teenager was on fire for his side when his club clashed with Dortmund at the Champions League Quarter finals in Germany. Mbappe scored a brace on Wednesday night with a stunning display in Monaco’s 3-2 win against Dortmund. The young talent is one of the best teenagers in the world of football currently. He has been linked with a world record move to some top European clubs and his French club are said to value him at around £130million. He is a target for Manchester United as the Old Trafford club are said to be interested in getting his signature. And after that superb … [Read more...]

Bad News: Chelsea’s Target Signs New Contract With Club

According to new reports, Argentina talented player Paulo Dybala has signed a new contract at his Italian club Juventus. The Argentina international has reportedly agreed to a new deal at the Serie A giants, and an announcement is expected to be made soonest. Paulo has scored 39 times in 81 appearances for his side since making his debut back then in 2015. The talented 23-year-old forward grabbed the headlines with a brilliant brace at halftime when his side clashed with Barcelona at the Champions League quarter final on Tuesday night. Paulo has been linked with a move to Chelsea in recent times, and reports had it that the Stamford Bridge club were lining up a move for him this fast approaching summer. However, it appears the west London club have been … [Read more...]

Another La Liga Forward Finally Reveals He Is Pushing For Chelsea Summer Move

Real Madrid forward Alvaro Morata has hinted a potential move to Chelsea, after admitting he wants to work with Antonio Conte. The 24-year-old has been repeatedly linked with a summer move away from the Santiago Bernabeu due to his lack of chances under Zinedine Zidane, starting only 10 games this season. Morata has now revealed that he wants to work with Antonio Conte, pitching Chelsea as a possible destination next season. Morata also admitted to have held talks with Conte about making a switch to the Stamford Bridge, but Real refused to sanction the deal. But He told The Guardian: ‘Conte is the manager who most ‘bet’ on me, without even ever having had me in his team, I’m very conscious of that: he bet on me for Juventus but left before I arrived; then he … [Read more...]

Chelsea Fans Made Decision: This Is The Player We Want To Replace Costa

Following Juventus impressive 3-0 victory over Barcelona yesterday in the Champions League, Chelsea fans now wants their Italian manager Antonio Conte to replace Spanish striker Diego Costa with Juventus's Paulo Dybala, due to his superb performances last night. Paulo who scored twice in the first-half against Barcelona in the quarter final encounter, has been linked with a move to Chelsea. And last night, Chelsea supporters were given the opportunity to have a view about how good he is. The 23-year-old star who is being regarded as 'a little Messi' has scored 39 goals for his Italian club in 79 appearances. Barcelona too are said to be interested in him, and he was at his best in the first-half when his side beat the La Liga giants in Italy. The … [Read more...]

Mourinho Says He Will Get Killed If He Does This Ahead Of Chelsea Clash

As Manchester United are set to meet premier league table leaders Chelsea in their next premier league game, the red devils boss Jose Mourinho states he will "get killed" by the press if he plays a weakened team against the blues on Sunday. The Old Trafford club hosts Antonio Conte's side this Sunday in a huge game for their top four hopes and the Portuguese manager says his side will continue fighting for the top four. United, after successfully eliminating Rostov in the round of 16 at the Europa Cup, are now set to take on Anderlecht in the Europa League quarter-finals in Belgium. They have successfully won the EFL Cup this season, and becoming favourites to win the Europa League - which can make them qualify for next season Champions League … [Read more...]

Chelsea Star Reveals Something Antonio Conte Doesn’t Let Them Do At Chelsea

Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has hailed the Italian manager Antonio Conte and revealed that the coach does not let the players lose their hunger. The former Juventus manager has been impressive at his first season in charge of the Stamford Bridge club and is on his way to winning the premier league title in his first campaign in England. The West London club dominates the premier league table with seven points clear of their closest rivals Tottenham Hotspur with just seven games remaining. And Belgian goalie Thibaut Courtois recently talked about life under the Italian manager, stating that Conte has made winning a habit at Chelsea. He noted that it is something nice to have a manager who keeps the players at the level they need to have, and that … [Read more...]

Liverpool Set To Splash Huge Cash On Out-Of-Favour Arsenal Star Next Summer

Liverpool are willing to splash cash on Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade Chamberlain next summer, according to reports. The 23-year-old who joined the Gunners in 2011 from Southampton has not been able to stamp his feet at the Emirates due to inconsistent displays and injuries, with suggestions he might fancy a move away from Arsenal, sparking speculations that a number of clubs in England wants to sign him during the next summer transfer window. Reports in the Daily Telegraph have it that the Reds are confident that they can land the Englishman next summer and Jurgen Klopp ready to splash up to £35million to lure him to Anfield. It is understood that Liverpool will hope to convince Oxlade Chamberlain to join them for better first team opportunities and … [Read more...]

Club Giants Enter Intense Transfer Race To Sign Unhappy Arsenal Man, Not Sanchez

Turkish side, Trabzonspor has entered the race to sign Arsenal second-choice goalkeeper David Ospina next summer transfer window, according to reports. The Colombian shot stopper has been linked with a move away from the Emirates due to his lack of playing chances as Arsene Wenger has preffered the more reliable hands of Petr Cech for more games. There are speculations over the future of the keeper with several clubs in Europe said to be interested in signing him as he continues to look certain to leave the club next summer. Reports in talkSPORT have now claimed that Trabzonspor have entered the race to sign the 28-year-old keeper and will rival Fenerbahce for his signature. There are suggestions that the Turkish side are hoping to sign Ospina on an … [Read more...]

Club Insists They Won’t Sell Impressive Chelsea Target This Summer

There are teenage players doing well in England, one of which is Ryan Sessegnon. Ryan's impressive performances did not go unnoticed as top premier league clubs including Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool, have been trying to lure him into their respective sides. However, it appears they have been dealt with a blow as his current club Fulham, stated that they do not intend selling Ryan Sessegnon anytime soon. The young defender has enjoyed a smooth season at the club. The English youngster has played 26 games as his side have emerged as play-off contenders in the Championship. And on international level, he has made five appearances for his country's U19 side. And despite that different top premier league clubs have all been linked with a move for the … [Read more...]

Manchester United Sent Scout, Ready To Seal Swoop For Top No.15

Manchester United are considering a summer swoop for Espanyol duo of Aaron Martin and David Lopez, according to reports. It is understood that the Red Devils sent their scout, Toni Lima to watch the pair during Espanyol's narrow victory over Alaves last Saturday. Reports in Mundo Deportivo claim that Jose Mourinho is keen on adding Martin and Lopez to his squad next summer transfer window. Martin who only made his debut recently has gone to become the first choice left-back at the club and Mourinho is looking to sign the 19-year-old to replace Luke Shaw who might be leaving Old Trafford next summer window. Although, reports also have it that Real Madrid and Manchester City are also monitoring Martin's situation and might compete with United for his … [Read more...]

Chelsea Target Speaks About Summer Speculations, Conte Needs To Act Fast

Juventus star player Paulo Dybala, amid rumours that surrounds him in regards to making a move away from the Italian club in the summer transfer window, has now made comments about his future. The 23-year-old player has been linked with a move to Chelsea in recent months, and a move might actually materialised. Since making his debut for the Italian club in 2015, Paulo has gone on to score 37 goals in 78 appearances for the club. Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is said to be a keen admirer of the player. Right now, Paulo, who is rated £50 million, has not yet agree a new contract with the Italian club. The Argentina international in a recent interview, stated that he does not know the future yet, so, different things can happen. Dybala, who is already … [Read more...]

Legend: This Is Why Chelsea Fans Shouldn’t Be Bothered About Tottenham’s Impressive Form

Chelsea have been incredible under their new Italian coach Antonio Conte this season - but so is Tottenham Hotspur. The White Hart Lane club are currently closest contenders to Chelsea in the premier league title with just seven points behind the table leaders, after successfully reducing the gap from ten points few weeks ago. Even though Chelsea comfortably won Bournemouth in their last premier league outing last weekend, Tottenham were also victors against Swansea and still follow closely, making some Chelsea fans worried. Spurs are currently on a six-game winning run plus they are in brilliant form and seem unlikely to give up the fight until the crown is simply out of reach. They've got superb players in the team, one of which is Dele Alli who keeps … [Read more...]

He Rejected Chelsea’s Offer, Arsenal Set To Try Their Luck

According to new reports, Arsenal are now discussing with Schalke's impressive midfielder Sead Kolasinac over a possible move at the upcoming summer. Daily Mail reported that Arsenal have spoken to Kolasinac's representatives once again after holding initial talks some weeks back this year. The 23-year-old's current contract with the German club expires at the end of the season. So, if a new deal isn't signed soonest before the contract expires, then he will be available on a free transfer. It was revealed that premier league table leaders Chelsea made an offer worth £5.3 million for the Bosnian star in the past January transfer window, but it was rejected. However, Chelsea are said to still have interest in him and plan pushing their luck again when the … [Read more...]