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Summer Transfer Window: Two Chelsea Stars Set To Leave Stamford Bridge

According to reports coming from the English media, English premier league giants Chelsea are set to lose two of their superstars when the summer transfer window comes, and manager Antonio Conte can't stop the move. It was reported that the Stamford Bridge outfit are set to lose Belgium international Eden Hazard and Spanish superstar Diego Costa this summer. Chelsea new Italian boss Antonio Conte is currently enjoying his first season at Chelsea and is set to win the premier league title in his first campaign in England and Chelsea. The former Juventus manager has a strong team in Chelsea, and has been able to help the blues sit seven points clear of closest challengers Tottenham Hotspur at the top of the premier league table, with just seven games left to … [Read more...]

Finally Revealed: Here Is The Reason Alexis Sanchez Wants To Leave Arsenal

Arsenal embattled forward Alexis Sanchez has been linked with a move away from the North London club. And even though there are lots of rumours in regards to why he desire leaving, El Mercurio had just made a revelation about why the Chilean star wants to leave Arsenal. The news outlet stated that Sanchez - who has made his decision already and is ready to quit Arsenal - wants out because of Arsenal's lack of activity in the transfer market and his unpleasant relationship with his teammates at the club. The Chile international has now decided to leave the Emirates club and his teammates at Arsenal are said to be fed up with his occasionally public tantrums. The former Barcelona player who was dropped from the Arsenal starting line-up that played at Liverpool … [Read more...]

Liverpool, Arsenal On Red Alert After Defensive Powerhouse Stalls On Contract Talks

Arsenal and Liverpool have been put on red alert as Napoli star Lorenzo Insigne continues to stall on renewing his contract with the Serie A giants. The Italian attacking midfielder has been touted as one of the best in his position and is currently tied to deal until 2019 but his club are keen on keeping him at the club on a longer term. Reports in Italian outlet Il Mattino have claimed that the 25-year-old has refused to commit his future to the Serie A side, raising doubts over his future as several clubs in Europe continue to circle over his situation. It is understood that Insigne is considering a bumper pay rise and better opportunities abroad, with suggestions that Arsenal and Liverpool are monitoring his situation on the Italian. Liverpool are the … [Read more...]

Alexis Sanchez Makes U-turn On His Future Amid Keen Transfer Interest

Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez has finally decided to join Manchester City ahead of Chelsea next summer, according to reports. The 28-year-old has been a subject of transfer interest from several clubs in Europe due to his failure to renew his contract at the Emirates, sparking speculations that the likes of Paris Saint Germain, Manchester City and Chelsea are keen on signing him next summer. Sanchez further fuelled the speculations when he hinted at a move to Chelsea during an interview at the last international break, claiming he wants to remain in London but with a winning club. ‘I am happy in London and hope to finish my contract there,’ he said. ‘I’d like to stay in the city but with a team that is winning things, that has a winning … [Read more...]

Not Griezmann – Jose Mourinho Set To Splash £70Million On This Striker

With just eight premier league games left for Manchester United to play as the end of season approaches, the Old Trafford club are still occupying the fifth position in the table as they struggle hard take a spot at the top four and qualify for the Champions League (which is one of the prominent reasons Jose Mourinho was brought in the first place). It was reported that the Portuguese boss has personally called Arsenal embattled Chilean player Alexis Sanchez about moving to the Old Trafford club. Sanchez is yet to agreed to a new deal with Arsenal even though the Emirates club have reportedly offered to increase his wages, and he was rated £70 million too. The Chile international is a versatile talent who can effectively play anywhere in the attacking third, … [Read more...]

Liverpool In Talks With Italian Giants Over Left-Back Transfer

Liverpool have began negotiations with Inter and AC Milan over a potential transfer of Alberto Moreno, according to reports. The Spaniard has had a torrid time playing under Jurgen Klopp this season making few appearances in the Premier League as the German prefers James Milner at the left-back position. Reports in Goal claim that Moreno could be on his way out of Anfield next summer and has already attracted interest from the two Milan clubs and could move if his £15million price tag is met. It is understood that the interested parties have made initial contact with Liverpool regarding a potential future and will hope to lure him with the prospects of better playing chances in the Serie A. Moreno who arrived Anfield in 2014 from La Liga side, Sevilla, … [Read more...]

Finally, Arsenal Open Talks With Bundesliga Ace Following Failed Talks With Chelsea

Arsenal have started negotiations with Schalke midfielder Sead Kolasinac, according to reports. Following failed transfer talks with the Blues, representatives of the 23-year-old have opened talks with the Gunners regarding a potential transfer deal. Reports in the Daily Mail claim that Arsenal are confident of sealing a summer deal for the midfielder after holding initial transfer discussions with the North London outfit earlier this year. The Bosnian's deal with Schalke will expire at the end of the season, and will be available for free next summer unless a new deal is signed and the Gunners are understood to be seriously considering a summer move for the midfielder. The Blues made an offer of £5.3 million for Kolasinac during the January window and … [Read more...]

Chelsea And Manchester United Star Target Did Something Exciting At His Club…

Monaco star player Bernardo Silva, who is a target for both Chelsea and Man United, has showed us that he could move on for a career in coaching once he hung his boots as a football player. The talented player upstages his coach by shouting instructions from the touchline alongside teammate Radamel Falcao. Silva has been impressive for his French club and in 27 starts in the Ligue I, he has scored six times and has provided seven assists. And due to his impressive performances at Monaco, he has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League with both Chelsea and Man United seeking to get his signature. The Portuguese star, after he was substituted from the pitch just minutes after his talented teammate Radamel Falcao scored the leading goal, he was … [Read more...]

Chelsea player ratings, match statistics and results

Chelsea overcame the pressure posed by their London rival Tottenham's who claimed a 4-0 victory over Watford at White Hart Lane as the Blues maintained their 7 point gap at the top of the Premier League log with a crucial 1-3 away win over hosts AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. The Blues used the game to demonstrate their Champions character as they edged closer to the Premier League crown. In all it was a positive game for the visitors as Marcos Alonso put the game beyond doubt with a superb curling free-kick from the edge of the box to make it 1-3 for Chelsea in the 68th minutes of the second half. We take a look at the player ratings of Chelsea players as regards to their individual performance in the game. Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois … [Read more...]

Ahead Of Man United Vs Chelsea Clash: Chelsea Star Reveals The Problem With Chelsea

After winning their last two premier league games, Antonio Conte and his Chelsea men are set to face Jose Mourinho and his Manchester United men next Sunday at Old Trafford. And Belgium international Eden Hazard has told his side's defenders at Chelsea to ensure they tighten it up at the back ahead of the encounter with Manchester United. Chelsea, after the 3-1 victory at Bournemouth on Saturday evening, are still dominating the premier league table with a seven points lead over closest rivals Tottenham Hotspur - even though the White Hart Lane outfits also won their last two premier league games. However, Spurs will be playing at home on Saturday - the day before the Man United Vs Chelsea encounter, and they have the opportunity to reduce the gap. But … [Read more...]

Former Manager Lamented: We Shouldn’t Have Sold This Player To Chelsea

One of the best decisions Chelsea made this season is the signing of French midfielder N'Golo Kante from Leicester City. The talented player has been very brilliant for Chelsea this current campaign, and is heavy favorite to win the prestigious premier league best player award. However, his manager at Leicester City Claudio Ranieri has hit Leicester's decision to allow Kante move to Chelsea as he claims that the player could have been very useful to him when he was still boss at the club. Kante won his first premier league title with Leicester City last summer with Ranieri as boss, and Ranieri is now of the opinion that Kante shouldn't have been sold to Chelsea. He believes with the French international in the team, Leicester could have achieved something … [Read more...]

Revealed: Manchester United Installed Scouts To Watch These Players Play

In the past winter transfer window, different players were linked with moves to Manchester United, but none successfully pulled through. However, it appears the United management are not letting go, as it was reported that they sent scouts to every of Benfica’s games to watch the trio of Nelson Semedo, Victor Lindelof and goalkeeper Ederson at their Portuguese club. Victor Lindelof is one player that was heavily linked with a move to the Old Trafford club last January, but an agreement could not be reached between the two clubs despite that they've settled on a transfer fee. His teammate Nelson Semedo also caught the attention of the club and the right-back has been linked with Man United in recent months. Semedo has been a creative force at his Portuguese … [Read more...]

Chelsea Top Target Very Close To Rival PL Switch After Talks With Manager, Fans Will Not Like This

Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez is very close to join Manchester City despite keen interest from Chelsea, according to reports. The Gunners star has continued to remain in the headlines due to increasing speculation over his future at the Emirates and continues to stall on renewing his contract at North London. Sanchez further fuelled the speculations after admitting he wants to remain in London with a 'winning team', suggesting that he wants a move to the Blues. He said: ‘I am happy in London and hope to finish my contract there, ‘I’d like to stay in the city but with a team that is winning things, that has a winning mentality. ‘I’m 28 years old, I still have a lot of years ahead of me. I am a player who looks after himself.’ However, reports in Chilean … [Read more...]

Manchester United Ready To Listen Offers For £40,000 Perweek Star Player

  Manchester United will listen to offers for on loan winger Adnan Januzaj next summer according to reports. The 22-year-old broke into the scene at the Old Trafford after joining them as a youngster from Anderlecht, but has failed to continue in his initial impressive form for the Red Devils and was subsequently shipped out on loan to Borussia Dortmund before his current loan deal with Sunderland. Januzaj has not been able to nail a place under former boss David Moyes and Manchester United wants to offload the winger if they receive the right offer for him There are reports that the likes of Monaco, Paris Saint Germain and Juventus are keen to land the 22-year-old once United gives the green light on a potential transfer deal. Red Devils boss … [Read more...]

Jose Mourinho: This Man United Target Made A Mistake Not Coming To Old Trafford

Manchester United Portuguese tactician Jose Mourinho is of the opinion that United's target Renato Sanches made a wrong move for moving to Bayern Munich, due to his lack of playing time at the German side. The former Chelsea manager has highlighted Sanches’ lack of playing time at the Bundesliga giants as yet another example of big clubs who are neglecting to use their youngsters on a regular basis. Mourinho had also drawn attentions to his former premier league club Chelsea, accusing the blues new Italian manager Antonio Conte, and stating that the duo of Kurt Zouma and Ruben Loftus-Cheek were barely being utilised under the former Juventus manager this season. Mourinho explained that he intended signing Sanches, but due to his late appointment at the club … [Read more...]

Liverpool 22-year-old Target Flattered By Transfer Interest, Reveals Shocking Future Decision

Atletic Bilbao star Inaki Williams has admitted he is flattered by interest from top European clubs, but insisting he will remain at Bilbao. The forward has been linked with an imminent exit from the La Liga side with the likes of Liverpool, Juventus and Borussia Dortmund but it appears the Spaniard wants to remain at the club, where he rose from the ranks. The Reds are understood to be the front-runners in a potential deal following reports that Jurgen Klopp is a keen admirer of the youngster's ability to play on the wings and in a central striking role. Inaki has now dismissed such reports, claiming he wants to remain at the club, he said: "I am calm, I feel very, very calm because I am very comfortable here. I have no intentions of anything. It is … [Read more...]

Euro Boss Reveals The Shocking TWO Clubs Arsenal Target Could Join This Summer

Borussia Dortmund forward Pierre Emerick Aubamenyang will consider only Real Madrid or Barcelona if he leaves the club, according to general manager Hans-Joachim Watzke. The Gabonese star has been a subject of transfer interest from several clubs in Europe, with reports that Arsenal even tried to sign him during the last summer window. The likes of Liverpool, Real Madrid and Inter Milan are also believed to be monitoring his situation. Amid speculation that Aubamenyang might consider his future at Dortmund, Watzke has maintained that he will not be leaving this summer but hinted only Barcelona and Real Madrid could lure him from the Bundesliga and also insisted that they will not sell him to Bayern Munich despite losing most of their stars to the German … [Read more...]

Deal almost done: Here is the first Chelsea player to leave this summer

As the summer transfer window draws nearer, many clubs are ready for summer business - and English premier league clubs are not excluded. Premier league table leaders Chelsea would be busy when summer arrives (from all indications). Apart from a handful of quality players being linked with a move to the club, there are some that will surely leave. And now, reports coming from Italy stated that Serie A club Juventus are closing in on the permanent signing of Juan Cuadrado. The young Chelsea star is currently on loan at Juve. He put to pen a three temporary deal which should expires 2019. And now, news from Italy claimed that the Serie A giants want to make the move permanent and are closing in on the permanent signing of Juan. It was reported that the … [Read more...]

Man United Target Hints At Positive Talks, Reveals ONE Club He Will Not Join In Summer

Atletico Madrid superstar Antoine Griezmann has revealed he will not be joining Real Madrid next summer, while he admitted there are talks to leave the Vicente Calderon next summer. The 25-year-old has been linked with a move away from Atleti, with reports that Manchester United are frontrunners in the deal to sign the Frenchman who is a close friend to Red Devils star, Paul Pogba. Despite dismissing reports earlier, Griezmann has now admitted he might move next summer but has completely ruled out a move to the Santiago Bernabeu. He said: ‘I cannot say yes or no, otherwise I will be in the sh**, ‘You never know what will happen in football but jumping from Atletico to Real, I do not think it is very feasible. ‘Very, very few players have done that, so … [Read more...]

Would Arsene Wenger had gone if Arsenal lost to Man City.

The Gunners entertained the Manchester City (Noisy Neighbours) side in the titanic clash at the Emirates Stadium as both sides battled it out for 90 minutes with so much to play for as the season enters its peak stage. The home side Arsenal were under intense scrutiny as some Arsenal faithful waited to see what their team has in stock following a dismal 3-1 defeat to West Bromwich Albion at the Hawthorns. With the tough test Arsenal faced at the Emirates many wanted to see how Arsenal would cope in games especially against the big boys as the performance of the team were crucial in certain decision to be taken in the long run. The visitors Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City was hoping to leapfrog Liverpool who won the Merseyside derby against Everton 3-1 at … [Read more...]

Arsenal Legend: Difference Between Antonio Conte And Pep Guardiola

Prior to the start of this season when Manchester City announced they are bringing in Pep Guardiola, many of us were excited about the prospect of seeing the Spanish boss do his thing at England. But, as this season is coming to it end, many people wonders if Pep is really as good as we thought. And right now, Arsenal legend Paul Merson stated that the City manager has made lots of mistakes this season, while he heaped lots of praises on Chelsea boss Antonio Conte. Antonio Conte, despite being his first season at England and Chelsea, has enjoyed his first season in the Premier League and has helped changed Chelsea's fortunes around. The West London club have only lost two of their last 24 games in the premier league since the introduction of the 3-4-3 … [Read more...]

Detailed statistics from the Gunners game

Arsene men responded twice in the game to tie Super Sunday clash to a 2-2 draw after visitor Manchester City lead on two occasions through Leroy Sane and talismanic forward Sergio ‘Kun’ Aguero who finished from a tight angle. The Gunners were resilient as they fought back in the game as player like Alexis Sanchez and Theo Walcott showed quality on the pitch as Arsenal threatened the City goal in search of an equalizer. They were actually rewarded as they found the breakthrough from a resultant corner to keep the scores as 2-2. This might has dealt a huge blow to Wenger top four dreams but a point is better than none especially against a talented Manchester City side. Following the 2-2 draw between Arsenal and Manchester City we take a look at the some match … [Read more...]