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Mourinho Finally Clear To Sign Barcelona Star Midfielder For Man United

For quite some times now, EPL giants Manchester United have been interested in signing Croatian international and Barcelona star Ivan Rakitic. The Old Trafford club were snubbed in the summer transfer window. Last December, there were reports by The Sun suggesting that the former Sevilla star wants to sign a new contract with the Catalan giants. However, there is a new development being speculated by the media. The latest reports going on in the media is that things have changed for the 28-year-old midfielder, and United boss Jose Mourinho now has the chance to finally secure his signature. A Spanish source Marca, reported that the reigning La Liga champions want to renew Lionel Messi’s contract, for which they are prepared to sell four players and one of … [Read more...]

Done Deal! Liverpool Agree Deal With Joe Gomez Who Earned £520,000-a-year

It seems Liverpool, like other top EPL clubs, will not be signing a new star before the transfer window closes. Nevertheless, The Reds have agreed new deals with two of their current players. Few days ago Liverpool sealed a new five year deal with Samba superstar Philippe Coutinho. And just yesterday, the Merseysiders confirmed that they have secured another five year deal with England international Joe Gomez. The deal will come into effect from July 1, 2017 and his previous contract was worth £10,000-a-week, £520,000-a-year. The teenage defender signed for the Reds when Brendan Rodgers was still boss in the club after impressive displays in his debut season with Charlton. He swiftly replaced Moreno to occupy the left back spot, and he impressed as well. … [Read more...]

3-4-3 Formation, Chelsea Probable Lineup vs BrentFord

Chelsea take on lower league side, Brentford in the fifth round of the FA Cup and it is expected that Blues boss Antonio Conte will feature quite a number of youngsters in the team. Confirming his press-conference, Conte confirmed Belgian striker, Michy Batshuayi and Nathan Ake will be given the opportunity to start in the match. He also revealed that Nathaniel Chalobah and Reuben Loftus-Cheek will not be leaving the Stamford Bridge but admitted Ola Aina could potentially go on loan. Antonio Conte will hope his boys continue their fine form in the game as they are still capable of winning a double in the current campaign. In a 3-4-3 formation, Asmir Begovic is expected to start in goal despite being tipped to leave the Stamford Bridge. Cesar Azpilicueta will … [Read more...]

Chelsea Open To Sale Of Key Figure For Only One Reason

Chelsea are now reportedly open to the idea of selling Thibaut Courtois to Real Madrid in a bid to sign Alvaro Morata next summer. The Blues were understood to be mulling over the potential departure of Courtois to the Santiago Bernabeu following reports that the Belgian star has had initial talks with Real president Florentino Perez. However, Chelsea are now believed to be considering a shock sale as they revive their interest in Morata. Antonio Conte is also regarded as a long-term admirer of the striker who he brought to Juventus before he left the Italian side. Morata has fallen out of favour with Zinedine Zidane and has been benched in recent matches due to his lack lustre performances with reports he is already eyeing a move out of the Santiago … [Read more...]

Club Plot Shock Move For Chelsea Defender, Conte Set To Let Him Leave

West Bromvich Albion are preparing a loan move want away Blues defender Branislav Ivanovic, according to reports. The 32-year-old defender has been tipped to leave the Stamford Bridge after falling down the pecking order under Antonio Conte since the Italian boss began using 3-4-3 formation. Prior reports have it that the Serbian ace will fancy a return to Russia with Zenit Saint Petersburg being the favorites to sign him. Reports in the Daily Mail now have it that the Baggies have also joined in the race to sign Ivanovic and ready to do a deal in the current transfer window. The defender was could not make the squad that beat Hull City 2-0 as Conte preferred to go with Kurt Zouma and Nathan Ake on the bench. West Brom boss Tony Pulis is understood to … [Read more...]

Chelsea Lock Horns With Arsenal Over Top Serie A Star

Chelsea are set to battle Arsenal for the signature of Torino star Andrea Belotti, according to reports. The 23-year-old forward has been heavily linked with a move away from the Serie A due to his impressive displays for his club with Arsenal said to in the race to sign him as a potential replacement for Alexis Sanchez who has refused to renew his contract at the Emirates with reports that he wants a bumper pay rise to stay with the Gunners. Chelsea are also said to preparing for the exit of Diego Costa next summer and also being tipped to move for Belotti who has scored 14 goals in 18 appearances for Torino this season. Reports in the Transfermarketweb claim that the Blues have joined Arsenal in the pursuit of the highly rated striker and could move for … [Read more...]

Manchester United Agree Deal For £35m Rated Chelsea Target

Manchester United have agreed a deal to buy Paris Saint Germain midfielder, Marco Verratti next summer, according to reports in Gazzette dello Sport. The Italian midfielder has been linked with a move away from Parc Des Princes with reports that Chelsea are eyeing a January move for him but backed after some initial failed attempts. Paris Saint Germaine has made two vital signings in the January transfer window which suggests there could be movement in the current squad in the summer which United wants to capitalise on. Veratti was regarded as one of the best midfielders in Europe when he joined the French Champions from Pescara in 2012, winning four Ligue 1 titles but has come under criticisms for his displays which has casted a shadow on his future. PSG … [Read more...]

Sure Offer! Liverpool Expected To Get $7.9million-a-year Deal Done

While many Liverpool fans are expecting their club to bring in new players this month, the club seem to be more focused on agreeing new deals with their current crop of key players - which isn't a bad idea in itself. About two days ago, Samba star Philippe Coutinho secured a long term deal that will keep him at Anfield until 2022. Reports suggest that after Coutinho's deal, the Merseysiders are ready to get two more deals done by agreeing contracts with the duo of Lallana and Lovren. Three days back, James Pearce insisted that Liverpool will certainly offer new deals to Adam and Dejan. Additionally, Pearce in a report yesterday via Liverpool Echo reiterated that the duo will be offered extensions. Liverpool have glaringly been shaky at the back and the … [Read more...]

Club React To Chelsea Transfer For Begovic’s Replacement

Galatasaray are plotting a contract renewal for Fernando Muslera in a bid to avoid a potential move to Chelsea, according to reports. Reports in the Turkish press claim that Chelsea are considering a move for the 30-year-old as he is viewed as a potential replacement for Asmir Begovic along with a shortlist of Diego Lopez and Craig Gordon. A member of Galatasaray's board has now admitted to the fact but revealed he will be offered a new contract to fend off suitors. He said: “We are in no rush about it. We’ll sign it tomorrow or at the end of the season. He has one year contract. We want to give him another 5 years. We’ll see what happens.” Muslera is one of the key figure at the Turkish giants and is currently the highest earner at the club but the club … [Read more...]

Micheal Carrick: Why I’m Really Happy For This United Midfielder

Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick singled out teammate Paul Pogba’s goal as a positive for Manchester United after his side reached the EFL Cup final on Thursday night despite a 2-1 loss at Hull City. The Frenchman scored a second-half equaliser at the KCOM Stadium after manager Jose Mourinho brought on the world-record signing at half-time with Manchester United trailing 1-0 following Tom Huddlestone’s opener from the penalty spot. The France international finished from close range after the former Tottenham midfielder inadvertently teed up the ex-Juventus star to put a finish past Hull City goalkeeper David Marshall midway through the second half. Even though Oumar Niasse scored a late winner, Manchester United still edged through on aggregate … [Read more...]

Wenger Has Moved In,Ready To Finally Agree €60Million Signing For Arsenal

For quite a long time, Arsenal have been trying to renew the contract of their star player Alexis Sanchez, but they have however failed to reach an agreement with the Chilean international as yet. This season so far, the former Barcelona playmaker has been regarded as Wenger’s best player and it is obvious that the North London club cannot afford to lose him. But if the management are not able to agree a new deal, then Gunners fans shouldn't be surprised if he leaves the Emirates next summer. Reports now have it that the Gunners have already lined up a replacement in the form of German international and Borussia Dortmund star Marco Reus. 27-year-old Reus was linked with Arsenal last summer. Even back in Novemeber last year, the Mirror reported that Arsene … [Read more...]

Deal Close – Man United £60,000-a-week Star’s Girlfriend Will Pick A New House!

Manchester United’s brilliant unbeaten run under the management of new Portuguese boss Jose Mourinho unfortunately came to an end last night against Hull City in the EFL Cup. Manchester United have failed to win their last three games and so must strive to step up. And as far as the transfers are concerned, the 'Special one has been inactive in the ongoing winter window. Nevertheless, a new report by the Sun revealed that United’s Italian defender Matteo Darmian - who reportedly goes home with £60,000 each week, is expected to leave the Old Trafford club next summer. This season, the 27-year-old right back has mainly warmed the bench behind Antonio Valencia and has only started 9 league games in this current campaign. The Sun additionally added that Serie … [Read more...]

“Chance To Sign For Liverpool Is Always An Honour” 22-year-old Says

Not many Liverpool fans are aware of a player called Armin Hodzic - and that is understandable. Armin Hodzic is a player Liverpool signed from Željezničar in May 2011. He stayed on Liverpool’s books until his contract ended back then in 2014 - including him taking a loan spell back at his previous club Željezničar. Since he was not able to breakthrough at Liverpool, the striker was forced to search for a new club and was taken up by Dinamo Zagreb. The 22-year-old is now a full international for Bosnia and Herzegovina. Hodzic is progressing well at Dinamo and has been speaking to Croatian newspaper Vecernji List. He was asked what advice he would give to a 17-year-old with an offer from Liverpool ( basically what advice would he give his former self) His … [Read more...]

Chelsea Set To Move For £56m-rated High Priority Target

Chelsea are preparing a summer move for Bayern Munich midfielder Arturo Vidal, according to reports in Chile. Reports in the Chilean newspaper El Mercurio claim that Blues boss Antonio Conte has been given the green light to sign the former Juve midfielder and has already contacted him via phone to hold initial talks for a potential move to West London. It is also understood that the hierarchy at the Stamford Bridge have agreed for proposed deal for Vidal and negotiations are expected to start ahead of a summer transfer window. Bayern Munich are believed to value the Chilean midfielder at £56 million despite paying half of that to sign him from Juventus two years ago. Antonio Conte is said to be eyeing a reunion with Vidal after spending three seasons … [Read more...]

Finally, Agent Reveals Chelsea Offer For Youngster

Agent of Brazilian youngster Pedrinho has revealed Chelsea have tabled an offer for the 18-year-old. Reports in the Express claim that the Blues have made contact over the potential deal for the Corinthians starlet who has impressed through the ranks and is expected to stake a place in the first team in the near future. His agent, Will Dantas has now admitted the Blues have made contact for his youngster. “I became aware of this club through someone else,” Dantas, told Sport Witness. “Some people are calling me and saying they are from this or that club, including with some bids. “But for me what counts is the one who comes with a written offer and puts it on the table. So far, it hasn’t happened. “A guy called saying he was from this club [Chelsea] … [Read more...]

Player Finding It Hard To Concentrate After Reports That Liverpool Are In Talks To Sign Him

Liverpool target William Carvalho is said to have shown some behavioral changes since he started being linked to the club. A Bola reported on Thursday that he has been ‘anxious’ over the English approaches and showed the pressure he is under after the claims. Liverpool's name weren't mentioned by the newspaper, but it is however clear that the Reds are the ones being talked about - since they were the ones to first report the talks this week. The Portuguese source A Bola have claimed themselves that Liverpool started talks over Carvalho whilst speaking to Sporting about Lazar Markovic. As Carvalho lives a hard moment at Sporting, it is likely he will lose his spot for the next league game. A Bola were of the opinion that he could stay on the bench and … [Read more...]

Finally, Mourinho Can Now Sign This €80M World Class Striker For Man United!

Manchester United signed a world class striker last summer in the person of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and the Swedish legend has been sensational this season. Even though United want to keep Zlatan at Old Trafford for two more years, it will be wise when they also look to sign a top quality long term replacement for the huge center forward. Manchester United and other top clubs have been interested in signing Borussia Dortmund classic striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for quite some time. Even when Louis van Gaal was still boss, the red devils linked with the Gabon star. Presently, new boss Jose Mourinho has got the chance to finally sign the goalscorer for Man Utd with a big offer as he actually has all the qualities to replace Zlatan. According to The Sun, … [Read more...]

Four Chelsea Players Eye Surprise Stamford Bridge Exit Due To Reduced Roles

Four Chelsea youngsters are set to leave the Stamford Bridge in search better first team opportunities before the end of the January transfer window. The Blues are known for the idea of not giving their youngsters enough opportunities to show their qualities and the number of youngster are eyeing a move away from the club with Michy Batshuayi, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Asmir Begovic and Charly Musonda believed to be ready to leave in this current winter. Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is understood to want to keep Begovic, Loftus-Cheek and Batshuayi despite not giving them enough playing time so far this season. Reports in the Daily Telegraph have it that the four players will hope to resolve their future by the end of the January transfer window. Although they are … [Read more...]

Axel Tuanzebe Will Replace Depay And Schneiderlin At United – Mourinho Revealed!

United coach Jose Mourinho is confident that midfielder Axel Tuanzebe can fill the void left by the duo of Memphis Depay and Morgan Schneiderlin in the Manchester United squad. Schneiderlin completed a huge-money move to Everton in the January transfer window after falling out-of-favour under Mourinho at Old Trafford this season. The French midfielder was only able to get a mere 11 minutes of Premier League football this season before making the decision to reunite with his former Southampton manager Ronald Koeman at Everton. Dutchman Memphis on his part ended his Old Trafford nightmare after a £20m switch to Ligue 1 side Lyon after a disappointing 18 months at the Old Trafford club despite arriving with a big reputation. Jose has now lost two players … [Read more...]

Update! Liverpool Want To Secure Nicolas Pepe Signing

In the ongoing winter transfer window, Liverpool have been linked with numerous attacking player, but the Reds are yet to moved in to sign even one and yes, the fans are not happy. The transfer window is closing soon, and Liverpool needs to utilize it to strengthen their squad. Well, if reports in the media are anything to go by, then a new name is on Liverpool’s radar in the person of Ivorian international and SCO Angers winger Nicolas Pepe. According to L’Equipe, the 21-year-old attacker should leave his Ligue 1 club, and clubs like Liverpool, Everton and Newcastle are looking for secure his signature.Pepe is mainly a right winger, but he can also play as a center forward if needed. This season so far in 18 league appearances for the French club, he has … [Read more...]

Finally! Mourinho Tells Chelsea Target Anthony Martial He Can Now Leave Old Trafford!

New revelations had it that Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has finally run out of patience with France international Anthony Martial and has told the player he will be able to leave the Old Trafford club. According to reports in The Sun, the Portuguese tactician is already frustrated at the 21-year-old’s inability to maintain consistent performances. And as things stand now, it seems almost certain that he will be leaving the club in the summer. Speaking ahead of Manchester United’s EFL Cup semi-final second-leg against Hull City on Thursday evening, manager Jose Mourinho, when asked if Martial had lost his focus, replied that he do not actually think Martial has lost his focus. He only felt he (Martial) failed to take with both hands a big opportunity … [Read more...]

Mourinho Confirmed Sergio Romero Will Play Tonight In Man U vs Hull City

Man United boss Jose Mourinho has confirmed that Sergio Romero will start in goal for his side when they meet Hull City on Thursday. In the absence of injuries, the 29-year-old will step in for David de Gea and Jose Mourinho is happy for De Gea to take a small break and return to Spain to see his family if he wishes. Anthony Martial enjoyed a weekend back in Paris which prompted questions from some critics. However the Portuguese boss explained why he was happy for his players to have small breaks, stating bluntly “We don’t have many days off". This season so far Romero has been very steady as a backup goalkeeper. Even though there is still this unnerving fear he could be on the verge of making a huge mistake, but he has been solid, and he is expected to … [Read more...]