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Liverpool Might Agree Julian Brandt Signing Before Winter Transfer Deadline.

Liverpool were eventually ousted from the EFL Cup last night by Southampton. Well, after brilliant performances in both the semi final legs, we can agree that The Saints deserved to move to the final. Since the start of this year The Reds have been glaringly horrific and have only managed to win just one game this month. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp must definitely reinforce the team before the winter transfer window closes, and reports are once again linking him with a move for Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Julian Brandt. Few days back, James Pearce of Liverpool Echo claimed that Klopp is a huge fan of the 20-year-old attacker, and that he wanted to sign him this month. But the Bundesliga club have not been willing to let the German international leave and Jurgen … [Read more...]

Finally, Branislav Ivanovic Set To Seal Stunning Transfer Move

Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic is reportedly set to complete a stunning move to Zenit St Petersburg. Ivanovic has seen his chances reduce at the Stamford Bridge which sparked transfer speculations regarding his future and the latest reports have it that a move to Russia might materialise in coming days. Reports in the MailOnline claim that the Serbian defender is in talks to move to Zenit and a deal could be thrashed this weekend. The 32-year-old is one of the oldest players in the current Blues side after his arrival from Lokomotiv Moscow for £9million but further fall down the pecking order in the Blues squad due to the arrival of Nathan Ake from Bournemouth in the January transfer window. Ivanovic has played only 15 times for Chelsea with only six … [Read more...]

Arsenal Have Agreed Another Key Deal – Cohen Bramall Signed!

If you observe keenly in England, you see that the top six Premier League clubs have been very inactive in this season’s winter transfer window. As the transfer deadline approaches with speed, we are looking if any of them will soon splash big money this January. Arsenal on their own in few days back, completed the signing of Cohen Bramall from non-league side Hednesford Town. Additionally, the North London club also agreed new deals with three of their stars in the persons of Laurent Koscienly, Olivier Giroud and Francis Coquelin. Now however, the Gunners have agreed another key deal with one of their most exciting young players in the person of Ben Sheaf. Arsenal yesterday confirmed on their official website that the 18-year-old England international has … [Read more...]

Delight In Old Trafford! Eric Bailly Set To Join Manchester United Team This Week!

Jose Mourinho and Manchester United deserves accolades for being able to do well in the busy period without their star central defender Eric Bailly. Last summer, the Ivorian international signed for Manchester United in a deal worth £75,000-a-week (I.e $95,000-a-week). This season Bailly featured in 17 games for the Old Trafford club before leaving to represent his country at the African Cup of Nations earlier this month. Everyone thought they are going to go far in the competition but unfortunately this time around, Ivory Coast were eliminated even right from the group stages of the tournament. Therefore, the former Villarreal star will be returning to join the Manchester United squad sooner rather than later. Man United boss Jose Mourinho confirmed that … [Read more...]

Chelsea To Pay £12m For Andrea Conti This Month

Chelsea have been asked to shell out £12 million to Atalanta defender Andrea Conti for a potential move this month. The 22-year-old has been monitored by the Blues for quite a while and could move for him but will have rival La Liga side, Sevilla for his signature. Reports in Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport claim that the Blues will have to pay £12 million to sign Conti despite interest from Sevilla. However, Atalanta is believed to be considering offering the defender a new contract with a big buyout clause to fend off suitors. The Blues could launch a bid for Conti before the end of the current transfer window as they continue to look for cover in the midfield to replace Mikel Obi and Oscar who left the Stamford Bridge for the Far East earlier … [Read more...]

Official Reports – Atalanta Reject Chelsea £21m Bid For Franck Kessie

Chelsea have had a £21million bid rejected by Atalanta for transfer target Franck Kessie. The Blues have been chasing the Ivorien midfielder among a host of clubs in Europe after his agent confirmed that Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Spurs and Liverpool are all chasing Kessie. The 20-year-old midfielder was part of the Cote d'ivoire team that crashed out of the African Cup of Nations in Gabon but Chelsea have continued their efforts to bring him to the Stamford Bridge. Reports in the Sky Italia have it that Atalanta have rejected the Blues' approach for the midfielder, turning down a £21million bid for Kessie. The report also claim that the Serie A side is holding out till summer with suggestions that his value will increase as they also … [Read more...]

Wenger Transfer Genius Once Again If Carl Jenkinson Correct

Reports had it that Carl Jenkinson is still set for a move to Crystal Palace if only they can agree personal terms, and Arsenal too are set to receive Seven Million Pounds for the player they signed for 956,000 pounds. If things should go as stated in the report, then we can rightly say that this would represent yet another bit of great business from Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger. Before now, the fee mentioned in the media was just 3 million Pounds. So this new price will make lots of sense. Jenkinson presently has 18 months left on his current Arsenal deal and his flaws have been brutally highlighted this season. Despite needing a right-back due to Hector Bellerin and Mathieu Debuchy’s injury problems, manager Arsene Wenger turned to a centreback instead of … [Read more...]

Wayne Rooney Admonished To Leave United. Fans Loves Him Still

Harry Redknapp thinks Wayne Rooney should leave Manchester United and return to Everton so as to help turn the Toffees into a top-four side. Rooney became Manchester United’s record goal-scorer on Saturday afternoon after the he scored his 250th goal to salvage a 1-1 draw with Stoke City in added time at the Britannia Stadium. The England international has found his first-team opportunities limited under Portuguese boss Jose Mourinho this season after two goals and five assists in 16 games in the Premier League - eight of those appearances have come from the bench. The 31-year-old moved to the Old Trafford club in a big-money deal from Everton in 2004 when Sir Alex Ferguson was still boss. West Ham United manager Redknapp, speaking to talkSPORT on Monday … [Read more...]

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink Issues Major Transfer Update On Diego Costa

Chelsea legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has revealed that Diego Costa is not leaving the Stamford Bridge. The 28-year-old has been heavily linked with a move away from West London after his altercation with Antonio Conte which led to his absence from the squad that beat Leicester City. Costa returned for Chelsea in the last victory over Hull City but his future at the club was still being questioned. However, Chelsea legend Hasselbaink has now dismissed such claims in an interview with talkSPORT. He said: “You know how it is - when a striker is doing well, is doing the business and is as important as Costa, you know he is going to get some kind of interest from other clubs, “It’s up to him if he wants to stay or not, but Chelsea can’t afford to lose him … [Read more...]

Exciting One For United Fans! Wayne Rooney Compared With Ronaldo and Messi

Stan Collymore insisted that Man United Star player Wayne Rooney deserves to be placed in the same category as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Rooney made history last weekend with a goal against Stoke City that finally made him Manchester United’s all-time top-goalscorer thereby usurping Sir Bobby Charlton’s 43-year long record of 249 goals. His goal also ensured that his side maintained their unbeaten record ahead of their game against Hull City on Thursday. And former Liverpool striker Collymore, writing for the Daily Mirror, insisted that the England international was in the same bracket as Ronaldo and Messi. “If you take out the big two [Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo], he [Rooney] has had as good a career as anybody in the world over the … [Read more...]

Thierry Henry Was Asked If Arsenal Can Catch Chelsea. His Answer Will Get You Surprised.

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has his say on Arsenal's hopes of winning the Premier League title this season and he believes that the Gunners are capable of catching table leader Chelsea in the race for the Premier League title this season. Arsene Wenger's men moved up to second place in the Premier League table on Sunday after their dramatic 2-1 win over Burnley at The Emirates. However the blues soon responded with a 2-0 win over Hull City at Stamford Bridge as Conte's side moved eight points clear at the top of the table. Chelsea are the firm favourites to win the Premier League title this season but their credentials will soon be tested when they take on the duo of Liverpool and Arsenal in their next two games. Thierry Henry however feels that the … [Read more...]

Chelsea Plot Shock Swoop For Celtic Ace To Replace Transfer-bound Begovic

Chelsea are lining up a surprise swoop for Celtic goalkeeper Craig Gordon, according to reports. The Blues are preparing for the departure of second choice goalkeeper Asmir Begovic who is a subject of interest from Bournemouth who tabled an initial £10 million bid and has now come back with an improved offer which could force Chelsea's hands to sell the Bosnia international this January. Reports in Italian outlet, Calciomercato suggests the Blues have shifted their gaze on Gordon to replace Begovic at the Stamford Bridge. The 34-year-old shot keeper joined Celtic in 2014 from Sunderland and remained in between the sticks for the Scottish side, making 33 appearances this season. Reports in the Telegraph claim that Chelsea have drafted a three-man shortlist … [Read more...]

Here Is The Player That Can Get United Into The Top Four – Pundit Revealed!

Andy Walker is of the opinion that Zlatan Ibrahimovic can fire Manchester United into the top four this season. The Old Trafford club currently sit four points adrift of the Champions League spots after two consecutive draws. Swede legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic since joining United in July has scored 19 goals this season. His goals already passed the total that saw Anthony Martial claim the top-scorer award for last season with 17 goals. Former Celtic player Walker, while speaking earlier this week, insisted that Zlatan's contributions in front of goal could cement United’s place in the top four come May. "I think the title is beyond Man United but clearly they want to finish in the top four and get in the Champions League and Zlatan can help them do … [Read more...]

Arsenal Favourites To Agree €60million Quality Star Signing

In recent times, two EPL giants Chelsea and Arsenal have been interested in signing Alvaro Morata. However, Florentino Perez has maybe provided them with a boost with his latest update. A Spanish source Diario Gol reported that the 24-year-old Spanish striker has threatened to leave the Bernabeu due to lack of game time. And as things stands now, the club President has also confirmed that he can leave for a fee of €60million. "If you bring 60 ‘kilos’ you can leave tomorrow.” he was quoted. Morata left Juventus to re-join the Los Blancos last summer. This season so far in 25 appearances, he has scored 9 goals and has also provided 4 assists. Manager Zinedine Zidane mainly prefers using Karim Benzema in the starting XI, so Alvaro has mostly warmed the bench … [Read more...]

Signing Close – Liverpool To Agree £57.2million Deal

It is glaring that Liverpool have been out of form and right now, there is a shadow of negativity surrounding Anfield. Latest results are not pleasant and the talks of a new deal with Coutinho are a good distraction for the Reds. The Samba star signed for the Merseysiders from Inter Milan when Brendan Rodgers was still in charge of the club. Now, Coutinho is reaching his peak years and it will be fair to say that he is a world class playmaker. The Brazilian international's classic performances have attracted a lot of interest from top clubs, especially from La Liga Champions Barcelona. Therefore to prevent Barcelona from snatching him away, Liverpool are closing in on signing a huge new deal with him. This season so far the 24-year-old attacker has started … [Read more...]

Confirmed: Influential Danger Man Ruled Out Of Manchester United Game

Hull City coach Marco Silva has recently confirmed that star player Robert Snodgrass will not be part of Hull City’s match-day squad to face Manchester United on Thursday. Snodgrass has been the centre of a transfer saga in this ongoing January transfer session, having made it clear he wants to leave Hull City but derisory bids from West Ham mean he hasn’t completed a move away at this stage. He is quite influential in Silva's team and is regarded by some as Hull’s best player this season. His unavailability gives Man United another advantage going into the EFL Cup semi-final on Thursday having already gained a 2-0 advantage from the first leg. The ball is strongly in Manchester United’s court as far as securing a Wembley date in February is concerned. With … [Read more...]

Chelsea star Set For £26m Summer Swoop

Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas will leave the Stamford Bridge for £26 million next summer according to report. The former Barcelona star has been linked with a move away from Chelsea due to his reduced role under Antonio Conte this season which has sparked suggestions he might leave the club with reports of interest from Juventus, AC Milan and Inter Milan. The impressive form of midfield partnership of N'Golo Kante and Nemanja Matic has seen Fabregas fallen down the pecking order at the Bridge, starting only five games in the current campaign. The 29-year-old midfielder was rumored to be eyeing a January move which was blocked by Antonio Conte as the Blues continued their serious challenge on the Premier League title. Reports in Fichajes suggests that … [Read more...]

Chelsea Receive Massive Boost In Pursiut Of £51.5m Target

Chelsea have received a major boost in the pursuit for Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata, according to reports. The 24-year-old was linked with a move away from Santiago Bernabeu due to his lack of chances which has left him frustrated. Morata returned to the Spanish capital having left two seasons for Juventus where he impressed hugely with the Serie champions. A host of Premier League clubs were in pursuit of the Spaniard before Real activated their buy-clause to bring him back to the Santiago Bernabeu. Reports in Spanish publication, Diario Gol claim that Real president Florentino Perez is furious with the striker and wants to cash in on him. Zinedine Zidane has dropped Morata to the bench, preferring Lucas Vazquez to deputise for Karim Benzema in recent … [Read more...]

Not Lindelof – Another Star Defender Eager For Man United Move!

When Sir Alex Ferguson was still in charge at Old Trafford, Manchester United lured a top quality left back in the person of Patrice Evra into the club. The Frenchman won 5 Premier League titles, 3 League Cups and a Champions League title with Manchester United before leaving the Old Trafford club to join Juventus. This month, United have been linked with a move to bring back the French defender. However, Corriere dello Sport suggests that Man United only made initial surveys about hiring his services and never showed serious intent. In the past two seasons, Evra had become a key member for the Old Lady and even won four major titles with them. But things have however changed now as he has mainly warmed the bench and has started just nine games so far. So it … [Read more...]

Liverpool Have Finally Moved In To Agree €45m Rated Star Signing – Perfect Man!

Liverpool have been performing poorly since the start of this year and they need to reinforce their squad if they want to seriously challenge for the title this season. However A Bola reported that Liverpool representatives were in Lisbon to cancel Markovic’s loan with Sporting CP - but they also have another agenda. That agenda is to hire talented William Carvalho. The Portuguese source insisted that Liverpool are committed to signing him. 24-year-old Carvalho was a key member of the Portuguese side that won the European Championships in France last year. In February last year 2016, he signed a new contract with the Primeira Liga side with a release clause of 45 million euros (I.e $48million). But the report from A Bola suggested that a fee over 30 million … [Read more...]

‘I’m Happy Here, I Only Need More Playing Time Under Mourinho” Seniorman Expressed.

New revelations shows that finally, Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney, has committed his future to the Old Trafford club. The Englishman also insisted that he would like more game time at the club. Rooney scored his 250th Man United goal on Saturday afternoon thereby breaking Sir Bobby Charlton’s club record as he came off the bench. He snatched a point for his side with a brilliantly taken 94th minute free-kick. Wayne Rooney is no longer a guaranteed starter for both United and his country. He was even heavily linked with a move to China, but he however insists that he remains dedicated to his future at United. He called football a strange game where anything can happen and where things change very quickly- but he's happy at Manchester United. “I’m … [Read more...]

Antonio Conte Gives Verdict On Key Chelsea Tranfer Target

Chelsea goalkeeper Asmir Begovic will be permitted to leave the Stamford Bridge this January, according to reports. Reports in the Telegraph claim that Begovic has been given the green light to depart the Blue if they find suitable replacements in the transfer market. The Bosnian has been linked with a move to Bournemouth, with reports that Chelsea rejected an initial £10 million and a better deal is expected in the coming days. Confirming a potential deal for Begovic, Conte said: "There is this offer and me and the club are waiting but it is important to find the right solution for Asmir, the club and me," Chelsea have set their sights on a number of reinforcements, with suggestions that a potential move could be in the pipeline for AC Milan goalkeeper … [Read more...]