Paris Saint-Germain are considering the sale of David Luiz after former club Chelsea tabled a substantial offer to take the defender back to Stamford Bridge. Luiz moved to the Parc des Princes in the summer of 2014 in a £50 million deal from Chelsea, and won nine trophies as part of a team that completed two consecutive domestic clean sweeps under former boss Laurent Blanc's leadership. He has started all four of the French champions' competitive fixtures so far this season. But Le Parisien reported earlier this month that new coach Unai … [Read more...]
Loic Remy join Crystal Palace on loan from Chelsea
Crystal Palace have secured the services of Loic Remy on a season-long loan from Premier League rivals Chelsea. Loic Remy has joined Crystal Palace on a season-long loan from Chelsea, it was announced on Tuesday. Remy played under Palace boss Alan Pardew at Newcastle United during the 2013-14 season and his form at St James' Park earned him a move to Chelsea in September 2014. The 29-year-old has struggled for first-team opportunities at Stamford Bridge, though, and he has made just 47 appearances, scoring 12 goals. Remy, who won a … [Read more...]
Arsenal sign Shkodran Mustafi from Valencia
Arsenal have completed the signing of Germany defender Shkodran Mustafi from Valencia for a reported fee of £35 million. Mustafi, 24, is the third major signing for manager Arsene Wenger this summer after central midfielder Granit Xhaka joined in May from Gladbach and £17m striker Lucas Perez arrived from Deportivo La Coruna on Tuesday, taking the club's spending to over £90m in this transfer window. The German solves a defensive crisis for Wenger's men after Per Mertesacker and Gabriel Paulista were injured in preseason. While 20-year-old … [Read more...]
Barcelona sign Valencia striker Alcacer
Barcelona have announced the signing of striker Paco Alcacer from Valencia on a five-year contract. Alcacer, 23, joins for an initial €30 million with a further €2m in potential bonuses, and his buyout clause has been set at €100m. Alcacer told Valencia's official website: "When I found out about the offer from FC Barcelona I asked the club to listen to it, as it was my decision to take a step forward in my career." He added: "I want to thank Valencia CF and the fans. Despite the fact that I am leaving Valencia CF, I will always be a … [Read more...]
Former Arsenal midfielder Rosicky rejoins Sparta Prague
Former Arsenal midfielder Tomas Rosicky has returned to his home town to join Sparta Prague. The 35-year-old left the Gunners in July after a ten-year spell in the Premier League and, despite making only one appearance last season, was included in the Czech Republic squad at Euro 2016. He retired from international football following the tournament and has now agreed a two-year contract with Sparta, the club with whom he began his senior career in 1998. A statement published on the Czech side's website said Rosicky had trained with his … [Read more...]
Sergio Aguero lands FA charge following elbow
Sergio Aguero faces a three-match ban after being charged with violent conduct by the Football Association for elbowing Winston Reid in Manchester City's 3-1 victory over West Ham United on Sunday. The incident, which happened in the 76th minute as Aguero challenged the West Ham defender from a long clearance, was not punished at the time by referee Andre Marriner, who put in his match report that he had not seen what had happened. Aguero has until Wednesday at 6 p.m. BST to answer to the charge, but if he does not contest it then he would … [Read more...]
Arsenal complete signing of Deportivo La Coruna striker Lucas Perez
Arsenal have completed the £17.1million signing of striker Lucas Perez from Deportivo La Coruna, with Shkodran Mustafi set to follow. The 27-year-old enjoyed a prolific season in La Liga in 2015/16 where he scored 19 goals in all competitions, including 17 in the league. This included a spell when he scored seven goals in seven successive games, matching the record of former Brazilian striker Bebeto. He also scored in the opening game of this La Liga campaign, against Eibar. Lucas began his career in Spain with Atletico Madrid C and then … [Read more...]
Arsenal willing to loan out Jack Wilshere
Arsenal are willing to loan out Jack Wilshere in a bid to kickstart the midfielder's career, according to reports. The Gunners academy graduate has played just 37 mintues of action this season, and there is no clear route to the Arsenal first-team for the England international. With a number of injury problems behind him, head coach Arsene Wenger is keen to send the midfielder out on loan, so he can prove his fitness and kickstart a stuttering career. Considered one of the brightest talents of his generation, Wilshere spent the majoriry … [Read more...]
Sterling reveals how Guardiola helped revived his City career
Raheem Sterling has revealed the impact of Pep Guardiola in helping him turn his fortunes around at Manchester City. Manchester City star Raheem Sterling lauded manager Pep Guardiola for his "massive help" in turning his form around. The England international has been instrumental in helping City win their opening three Premier League games, including netting a brace in Sunday's 3-1 victory over West Ham. While Guardiola has played down the influence he has had on the 21-year-old, Sterling revealed the former Barcelona coach was … [Read more...]
Barcelona confirm Messi hamstring
Lionel Messi may be a doubt for Argentina's World Cup qualifiers next week after Barcelona confirmed on Monday that their star has a sore left hamstring. The 29-year-old underwent tests at Barca's training ground on Monday after he ended Sunday's 1-0 La Liga win against Athletic Bilbao in discomfort. However, the Blaugrana remain happy for the player to travel to South America and link up with Edgardo Bauza's squad. Argentina, currently third in the CONMEBOL qualification group, host Uruguay on Sept. 2 before facing Venezuela away on … [Read more...]
Wayne Rooney retains England captaincy
Wayne Rooney will continue as England captain after manager Sam Allardyce made the "easy'' decision to retain his services. Rooney, 30, has led his country for the past two years, but after taking over from Roy Hodgson following Euro 2016, Allardyce initially refused to confirm he would keep the armband. Allardyce also declined to name a skipper in his first squad announcement on Sunday night, adding a minor element of intrigue, but the Manchester United forward always looked the firm favourite. Official: #ThreeLions manager … [Read more...]
Hart allowed to leave England camp: To complete Torino deal today
Joe Hart has been given permission to leave the England training camp so he can undergo a medical ahead of a proposed move to Torino. The Serie A club have been in talks with Manchester City over a loan move for the Three Lions goalkeeper, and it appears as if the 29-year-old is edging closer to leaving for Italy. Pep Guardiola has made it clear Hart is not a part of his plans at the Etihad, and following the signing of Claudio Bravo from Barcelona, the England man has been forced to look for a move away from City. Everton were … [Read more...]
United want to keep Marcos Rojo – agent
In spite of being heavily linked with a move away from the club, it appears that Marcos Rojo will be staying at Manchester United. Marcos Rojo's agent has revealed that Manchester United have rejected several offers for the Argentinian in this transfer window. Former Sporting CP defender Rojo arrived at Old Trafford in 2014 in a reported £14million deal, with then United manager Louis van Gaal having been impressed by his performances at the World Cup. However, the 26-year-old, who has been linked with a switch to Valencia, is yet to … [Read more...]
Liverpool fail to land Borussia Dortmund Pulisic
Liverpool are ‘unlikely’ to complete a deal for Borussia Dortmund starlet Christian Pulisic before Wednesday’s transfer deadline. This is according to the Liverpool Echo, who stated that the Reds made an initial offer of £11million for the youngster, who was also wanted by Stoke City. Dortmund are unwilling to sell the 17-year-old, and consequently a deal is unlikely unless the club switch stance. The USA international has two years left on his current contract with BVB, and Jurgen Klopp is a keen admirer, with the player having joined … [Read more...]
Sergio Aguero facing action for elbow on Reid
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero could miss the derby against Manchester United next month if retrospective disciplinary action is taken against him for appearing to elbow Winston Reid. The incident, which happened as he challenged the West Ham defender for a long clearance, and he was not punished by referee Andre Marriner but he could get a ban by FA for games including the Sept. 10 clash at Old Trafford. "I didn't see [the incident] so I cannot comment," City manager Pep Guardiola said. "Hopefully nothing happens. If it happens, … [Read more...]
Samir Nasri not ruling out Man City exit
Samir Nasri has admitted that he could still leave Manchester City before the transfer window close later this week. The French midfielder, 29, had been tipped to quit the club following Pep Guardiola's arrival but he was praised by his new manager after City's 3-1 win over West Ham. Nasri played 15 minutes on Sunday in what was his first appearance of the season and Guardiola said that the ex-Arsenal player is welcomed to stay at City. Speaking to French TV channel SFR Sport after the game, however, Nasri said he still did not know if … [Read more...]
Man City outcast Hart wanted by Torino
Man City Joe Hart could be heading to Italy following confirmation Torino are interested in the England goalkeeper. Torino have confirmed their interest in Manchester City goalkeeper reject, but are keeping other options in mind should a transfer fail to materialise. Hart is looking for a way out of the Etihad Stadium after being frozen out by new manager Pep Guardiola. Sunderland and Everton are among the other clubs to have been linked with a move for the England international, but Torino sporting director Gianluca Petrachi has set … [Read more...]
Fabregas denies Conte row as he discuses Chelsea future
Cesc Fabregas has denied claims he has fallen out with new Chelsea boss Antonio Conte and has been told by the Italian he can leave the club. Fabregas has not started any of Chelsea's opening three Premier League games of the season, making just one substitute appearance, as former Italy coach Conte has begun life in England with three straight wins. But the Spain midfielder insisted he remained committed to the club. The 29-year-old said on Twitter: "Contrary to what has been written, the manager and I have a good relationship and he has … [Read more...]
Ozil convinced Mustafi to join Arsenal
Shkodran Mustafi is set to join Arsenal this week, and he has revealed how Mesut Ozil convinced him to join the Gunners from Valencia. Mustafi was part of the youth setup at both Hamburg and Everton, before becoming a first team regular at Sampdoria, and joined Valencia in 2014. “I did not see Per for a long time because he quit international football but I talked to Mesut,” Mustafi told Sky Sports in Germany. “He told me everything I wanted to know. Everything was positive, so I was convinced very fast. It did not take much. The … [Read more...]
Ivan Rakitic scores as Barcelona beat Athletic Club
Ivan Rakitic scored the only goal as Barcelona ran out 1-0 winners over Athletic Bilbao at San Mames. Barcelona continued their 100 per cent start to the new LaLiga season with a 1-0 win over Athletic Bilbao at San Mames. Ivan Rakitic's headed first-half goal earned Barcelona a sixth consecutive league victory over Athletic, who are without a point after their first two games of the season. Ernesto Valverde's men were attempting to bounce back from a disappointing defeat to Sporting Gijon in the opening game of the season, but Barcelona … [Read more...]
A Sterling response as City hammers West Ham
Raheem Sterling starred as Manchester City moved back top of the Premiere League table after beating West Ham. Sterling opened the scoring early on, with Fernandinho grabbing a second soon after as Slaven Bilic's men were playing well below par. However, the visitors improved after the break, Michail Antonio pulling one back with a strong header, but the all-important fourth goal went to the hosts - Sterling adding a second in injury time to kill off West Ham's fight back. The hosts started in emphatic fashion, with Sergio Aguero … [Read more...]
Manchester United target Fabinho to stay at Monaco
Manchester United have been heavily linked with Fabinho, but the 22-year-old expects to stay at Monaco to play in the Champions League. Monaco defender Fabinho says Champions League football will likely be enough to convince him to stay at the French club, despite links with Manchester United. The 22-year-old scored a late penalty in the second leg to seal a 3-1 aggregate win over Villarreal in the play-off round and book Monaco's spot in the group stage, where they will face Tottenham, CSKA Moscow and Bayer Leverkusen. Reports in … [Read more...]
West Ham sign Simone Zaza on loan From Juventus
West Ham have announced the signing of Italy striker Simone Zaza on an initial season-long loan from Juventus. The Hammers will pay £5million for the loan, and the 25-year-old’s move will become permanent – for a further £20million fee – if he makes a set number of Premier League appearances for the club this season. Zaza becomes West Ham’s 11th signing of a busy summer. Zaza, who scored at London Stadium while playing for Juventus in pre-season, said on the club’s official website: “I want to thank everyone for welcoming me including … [Read more...]
Morata and Kroos on target as Real Madrid beat Celta Vigo
Real Madrid struck through Toni Kroos with nine minutes remaining to beat Celta Vigo and extend their LaLiga winning streak. Toni Kroos scored an impressive late winner as Real Madrid battled to a 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo in LaLiga. A quiet game burst into life in the final 30 minutes, with Alvaro Morata giving Madrid the lead, only for an excellent strike from Fabian Orellana to set up a tense finish. But Madrid were not to be denied, with Kroos striking from outside the area with just nine minutes left to delight the Santiago … [Read more...]
Shkodran Mustafi, Lucas Perez passed Arsenal medicals – Wenger
Arsene Wenger saw his Arsenal side win their first Premier League game of the season with a comfortable 3-1 victory at Watford before insisting there is more to come from his players as they close in on two new recruits. An early Santi Cazorla penalty was added to by Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil as the Gunners raced into a commanding first-half lead at Vicarage Road. They visibly tired after the interval and Watford pulled a goal back as club-record signing Roberto Pereyra scored a debut goal, but the hosts could not find a way to set up … [Read more...]
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