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This Man United Player Will Become A Great Player At Old Trafford – Defender Attest

Manchester United star defender Phil Jones has insisted that teammate Timothy Fosu-Mensah has what it takes to succeed at the club. When Louis Van Gaal was still boss at the Old Trafford club, the Dutchman enjoyed a sensational breakthrough campaign where we saw him displayed impressive levels of power during the latter stages of the season. Fosu-Mensah was eventually rewarded for his efforts with a four-year contract back in October. Unfortunately, the 18-year-old hasn’t made a start under Jose Mourinho since the Portuguese took over. Nevertheless despite the  recent absence of the youngster from the starting XI, Jones was of the opinion that Fosu-Mensah will evolve into a sensational talent at Old Trafford in the coming years. Jones believes he is a … [Read more...]

Not Only Man United Want €30M Star – Barcelona In The Contest Already!

When it comes to football, Brazil no doubt have lots of talents - many of which are still undiscovered. This month is the one that Brazil became aware of one of its youngest talents in the person of Vinícius Junior. He currently plays in the country’s biggest youth tournament for Flamengo and impressed everyone with his superb skills. Brazil’s UOL reported that Junior was already being monitored by many European sides including Barcelona, Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United. Additionally, his recent performances have seen the interest wax stronger than before. Flamengo appears to sense this coming, which prompted their vice-president Flávio Godinho to give an interview today to make the player's situation clear. “We have no interest in … [Read more...]

Former Blues Striker And Antonio Conte Favourite Reveals He Is Open To Chelsea Return

Middlesbrough new signing Patrick Bamford has revealed he is still open to Chelsea. The 23-year-old striker completed £10million move to Boro following his dry spell with Burnley, having failed to make the cut at the Stamford Bridge. However, Bamford has not given up on playing for the Blues. He told Talksport: ‘I was so happy to come back here to Middlesbrough, ‘But I’m not closing the door on Chelsea. You never know what will happen in the future, depending on how well I do.’ Bamford's chances at the Stamford Bridge still remain slim due to the presence of Diego Costa who is in blistering form so far this season and has even kept Michy Batshuayi out of the squad, he joined Chelsea just last summer for a £33 million fee. The Blues have a history of … [Read more...]

Chelsea Reject £10m Bid For Highly Rated Star Despite Open To January Deal

Chelsea have rejected £10million bid from Bournemouth for second choice goalkeeper Asmir Begovic. The Bosnia international has been constantly remained on the bench for the Blues due to the impressive form of Thibaut Courtois and could move in the January transfer window although Antonio Conte rates him highly. Begovic has shown to be of the best keepers in the Premier league and it is understood that Conte wants to keep him at the Stamford Bridge but there are suggestions that Chelsea could be open to letting him leave for the right price. Reports in the Daily Telegraph have it that Bournemouth have made an initial bid of around £10million for Begovic but have been asked to up their deal to land the former Stoke keeper. The Cherries lost Nathan Ake … [Read more...]

Liverpool Moved In To Sign £140,000-a-week Star – He Wants Anfield Move

In recent times, Liverpool have been interested in goalkeeper Joe Hart. Now reports indicates that they have moved in and made inquiries to sign him.Mirror reported earlier this month that the England international has told his friends that he would like to join Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp. Now, new reports had it that the Merseysiders have made inquiries to agree the signing of the 29-year-old Manchester City star, who will cost around €15 million. Hart is presently on loan at Italian side, Torino presently are eight-placed in the Serie A table after 20 league games. Appearing in 18 league games for the Serie A club, Hart who goes home with £140,000 each week has only been able to keep 6 clean sheets and has conceded no fewer than 25 goals. Liverpool … [Read more...]

Update: Why Carlo Ancelotti Opens Up On Bayern Munich Move For Chelsea Top Target

Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti has claimed he has not spoken with Paris Saint Germain midfielder Marco Verratti over a potential move. Prior reports have it that the Italian boss held talks with the 24-year-old regarding a move to the Allianz area in the summer. According to Le Parsien, Ancelotti wants Verratti to join Bayern and has called him on the phone as he views him as a long-term replacement for Xabi Alonso, whose contract expires this summer. Reports in German outlet, Bild also claim that the German champions will have to shell out a staggering £69 million fee. However, Ancelotti has insisted he is not moving for the midfielder, suggesting he will stay with the French side 'for a long time'. ‘I have not spoken with Marco Verratti for the … [Read more...]

United Fans Set For Shock! Superb Striker Asked For Iconic No.7 Shirt

Atletico Madrid star player Antoine Griezmann looks set to join Manchester United and it appears that he could well be about to make a rather big statement to boot. Apart from the huge money United would have to cough out, Griezmann has reportedly asked for the iconic number seven shirt that were worn by top stars like David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo. Presently, Memphis Depay wears the shirt, and he wasn't performing like the above mentioned. The winger is set to finally leave the Old Trafford club after they agreed a fee with Lyon. With Depay's departure, the number 7 shirt would become vacant and Griezmann could get it easily when he arrived. There have been serious speculations that Griezmann would make the move to United and now, with the terms … [Read more...]

Chelsea Set To Pounce On Wantaway Manchester United Defender

Chelsea are considering to swoop on Manchester United star Luke Shaw who might leave the Old Trafford in the summer, according to reports. The English defender has made just 41 appearances for United since he joined in 2014 for £30million to be the most expensive teenager in the world. Shaw has fallen down the pecking order under Jose Mourinho making seven league appearances so far this season which has sparked interest from the Blues and Tottenham hotspurs. However, United teammate, Phil Jones has dismissed such reports claiming he is not leaving the Old Trafford. Jones told Inside United magazine: ‘Super quick, super strong, technically very good and he can put in some good crosses when he gets forward.’ ‘I am angry with these reports suggesting Luke … [Read more...]

Finally, Star Player Talks About Arsenal Exit Controversies

Amid the ongoing speculation about his future at Arsenal, talented player Alexis Sanchez has insisted that he feels happy and comfortable at the north London club. In recent weeks, Sanchez's situation at The Emirates has been an occasional source of speculation after both him and German international Ozil entered into the final two years of their contracts at the club. The Chilean international hit the headlines on Saturday when he reacted angrily to being substituted in the second half of Arsenal’s 4-0 victory over Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium. It is being said that both him and Ozil are in discussions with the club about the possibility of extending their contracts. However, 28-year-old Sanchez has given an update about his situation at Arsenal … [Read more...]

Jose Mourinho Keen To Send This Player Away – Not Depay

According to new reports, United boss Jose Mourinho has expressed a desire to sell Adnan Januzaj on a permanent basis this summer. Adnan pulled into the worldwide scene in emphatic fashion back in 2013 when David Moyes was still boss. The Belgian impressed many with a series of mesmerizing performances out wide but quickly drifted into anonymity when Louis van Gaal took over. Now that Mourinho is with the mantle of leadership in the Old Trafford club, Adnan failed to  secure a space for himself and he was loaned out to Sunderland over the summer. However, The  Independent said that the Portuguese tactician was unimpressed by Januzaj performances while he was out on loan and Mourinho  has instructed the board to consider offers as low as £8m for him despite … [Read more...]

This Is Why Chelsea Want This Star Player From Club Rival

Chelsea wants to sign Middlesbrough star Adama Traore due to his blistering speed, according to reports. Reliable reports have it that the Blues are closely monitoring the pacy winger and ready to move for him in the January transfer window. The 20-year-old winger has been impressive for Boro this season and reports in Sky Sports claim that Chelsea are plotting a swoop for the ex-Barcelona man as Antonio Conte looks to bolster his attack. Traore joined Boro from Aston Villa on deadline day last summer transfer window and  has made 14 appearances for Boro this season, particularly shining in the goalless draw at Arsenal and the narrow home defeat against Chelsea. In recent interview with Mundo Deportivo, the winger said:  “(Karanka) has helped me … [Read more...]

Reliable Source: Arsenal Have Moved In To Sign £35M Star Striker

Since last year, Arsenal have been linked with a move for West Ham star striker Dimitri Payet. Latest reports indicate now that the Gunners are ready to finally sign him. Last December, the 29-year-old French international invited interest from Arsenal after saying it would be fun to play for the Gunners. Presently, Daily Star have published a report and claimed that Arsenal have moved in and open talks to hire the services of Payet. It was claimed  the Frenchman wants to leave the Hammers this month and Manchester United are interested in signing the attacker as well. Last season he was in brilliant form for West Ham and helped them finish 6th in the Premier League. This season, West Ham have been average under the management of Bilic and Payet has not been … [Read more...]

Liverpool Turned Down Offer For Powerhouse, Wants £20M Instead

New reports had it that Liverpool have turned down a loan approach by Southampton FC for their defender Mahamadou Sakho. Since last year's April, the defender has not featured for the Reds before issues arose. As it stands, Liverpool are continuing to seek for a permanent solution to Sakho’s status. It was reported that they wantend  £20m for the Frenchman to end the chapter of what some described as a dubious history. And if we should look at the issue more keenly, we can say the strategy makes a lot of sense from Liverpool’s perspective. 'What if Sakho got badly injured or something of that sort?'. If that is the case, his worth and fee would be much lower. In fact, they might have no other choice but to give him away for free like they did Balotelli this … [Read more...]

Klopp Warned About Liverpool’s Tactics

Pat Nevin has praised Liverpool for their high press game, but also warned the Reds boss Jurgen Klopp that his players will struggle to carry out that tactics for 90 minutes. In the 1-1 draw against Manchester United on Sunday afternoon, Liverpool were very much regarded as the best side in the opening 45 minutes after James Milner scored the opener from the penalty spot following Paul Pogba’s handball. However, Mourinho's men managed to get something of a stranglehold on the clash as Liverpool’s energy levels started to fluctuate before the introduction of Philippe Coutinho. And then, Zlatan Ibrahimovic equalised for the hosts with just six minutes remaining to get a point for United and extend their unbeaten run in the Premier League. Liverpool will meet … [Read more...]

Shocking! Former AC Milan Man Closing In To Join Arsenal!

As things stand now in Arsenal, many things are happening underneath. One might think Alexis Sanchez’s future is the biggest concern at Arsenal right now, but once again, coach Arsene Wenger’s future is in doubt. The Sun reported that Max Allegri’s agent is in talks with the North London club and the Italian is moving closer to replacing Frenchman Arsene Wenger at the Emirates. The Sun claimed further that the former Rossoneri boss is moving towards Juventus exit after bust-up with big stars likes Bonucci and Buffon, and that Arsenal is his likely destination. For a long time now, Wenger has failed to live up to expectations at Arsenal. To many Gunners fans, fourth place is just not good enough as they actually want the Premier League title which the … [Read more...]

Chelsea Ready To Meet £86 Million Clause On Yannick Carrasco

Chelsea is planning an audacious move for Atletico Madrid forward Yannick Carrasco, according to reports. Reports in the Spanish outlet, Don Balon has suggested that the Blues are considering a sensational move for the Belgian winger who is believed to be keen on a move out of the Spanish capital. Atleti is also set to lose Antoine Greizmann and Kevin Gameiro to Manchester United and Paris Saint Germaine. Chelsea will have to meet Atleti's £86m valuation of Carrasco whose current contract spans till 2022. The 23-year-old winger joined Atletico Madrid from AS Monaco in the summer of 2015 for £17 million and has impressed for the Spanish side scoring 12 goals in 29 appearances for the club and Belgium. Carrasco will join fellow countrymen Thibaut Courtois and … [Read more...]

Mourinho Really Mean Business: United To Agree £275,000 Star Deal

Manchester United brought Swede legend and superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic into the Old Trafford in the summer transfer window. The veteran center forward can be regarded rightly as the best United player this season. He isn't showing any sign of getting tired, and at 35, the former Barcelona striker is still playing as if he is younger. So, those at Manchester United must still stick to him. This season so far, In 29 appearances in all competitions, Ibrahimovic has scored 19 times and has provided 6 assists in the current campaign. He is presently the joint leading goalscorer alongside Diego Costa and Alexis Sanchez in the Premier League with 14 goals. Last summer, the huge man signed a one year contract worth £275,000-a-week with a clause meant to extend … [Read more...]

Not Berardi – Liverpool Set To Agree £20M Star Player Signing

Many are of the opinion that Liverpool need to sign a quality attacking midfielder this month so as to add more strength to their squad. As things stand now, it is just 12 days remaining for the winter transfer window to be closed. Therefore, Klopp needs to act fast to get whatever he desires done. In recently times, reports had indicated that  Liverpool are interested in signing Sassuolo playmaker Domenico Berardi. Presently now, another name has appeared on the scene linked with a move to Liverpool. The new name is in the person of 19-year-old Jamaican winger Leon Bailey. Daily Mail said that teams like Liverpool and Chelsea are ready to bid and take the young attacker this month. Leon Bailey is a talented versatile wide attacker who can effectively play … [Read more...]

Finally, £80,000-a-week Star Agrees Man United Deal – Not Griezmann

Manchester United are presently inactive in the ongoing winter transfer window and they are mainly interested in signing deals with their current crop of key players. Some days back, United officially agreed a one year extension with midfielder Marouane Fellaini.  Now, according to latest reports, the red devils have done the same with Ecuadorian star Antonio Valencia. Back in last year's November, the Mirror published that Manchester United seek to sign a one year extension with the former Wigan attacker who presently goes home with £80,000 each week. Yesterday however, Man United finally triggered the clause in Valencia’s contract to extend his deal and 31-year-old Valencia is happy to stay with the Old Trafford club. The defender has been a key member … [Read more...]

Agent Offers Big Claim Over Chelsea Target On Interview

Marco Veratti's Agent, Donato Di Campoli has raised Chelsea's hopes in their bid to sign the Italian midfielder. The Blues have heavily linked with a move for Veratti as Conte looks to bring in reinforcements in the January transfer window. However, Chelsea face competition in their bid for the Paris Saint Germaine midfielder with reports that Bayern Munich are also in for Verratti. According to Le Parisien claim that Carlo Ancelotti has contacted the 24-year-old midfielder as he is veiwed as an ideal replacement for Xabi Alonso who is set to retire at the end of the summer. "Verratti wants to win at PSG,’ Donati Di Campli told Rai Sport in October. "However, if these attacks from the French media continue then Marco will evaluate his position and will … [Read more...]

Chelsea Asked To Pay £70m For Diego Costa’s Replacement

Chelsea are set to move for Romelu Lukaku as a potential replacement for Diego Costa, according to reports. Reports in the Daily Telegraph has suggested that Blues boss Antonio Conte is keen on a move for Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata who he considers as a viable replacement for Diego Costa who might leave the Stamford Bridge next summer. It is understood that Morata wants to leave the Santiago Bernabeu due to his lack of chances this season, having rejected a move to the Blues last summer in favour of a return to Real from Juventus. Latest reports have it that Conte is ready to move for Lukaku but will have to meet Everton's £70 million valuation of the striker. However, the Belgian forward has reacted to the speculations and refused to rule out a … [Read more...]

Breaking! Chelsea And Liverpool To Lock Horns Over Strong Frenchman

It's the transfer session and many transfer news are flying all over. The latest now is that EPL duo of Chelsea and Liverpool are planning to sign Inter Milan midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia.  France Football said that the two English clubs have made timid enquiries over the availability of the midfielder. In October last year, his agent Jonathan Maarek reportedly confirmed there will be several clubs interested in his services if he decides to leave the Milan club. Maarek insisted that Kondogbia is a top level player who has a lot of quality and is very young too. "He has a lot of clubs interested in him.... he is not lacking interested clubs" Jonathan told Tuttomercatoweb. Kondogbia moved to Sevilla in 2012 and his spell  attracted interest from top clubs. … [Read more...]