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Breaking! Man United Set To Finally Sign £87M Star – His Jersey Number Verbally Agreed

EPL giants Manchester United have been interested in signing Atletico Madrid player Antoine Griezmann for a long while now and latest reports are very positive. The latest update provided by Independent indicates that United are increasingly confident that they will finally sign the French international next summer. He has a release clause of €100 million (£87M) in his contract. Last season, he was in world class form as he scored 32 goals and provided 7 assists in 54 games for the Madrid club. And this season also in 25 fixtures, he already has 12 goals to his name and provided 6 assists too. The France international is a world class player who can play anywhere in the attacking third and will definitely amplify the quality of Man United’s attack. The … [Read more...]

Chelsea Plan Shock Move For Arsenal Contract Rebel

Chelsea are planning shock move for Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez in the next summer transfer window, according to reports. The Chilean star has continued to stall on renewing a contract at the Emirates, with reports he wants a bumper pay rise to extend his stay in North London and has acted strangely in recent matches for the Gunners which has sparked speculations over his future. The Blues are said to be monitoring his situation as they hope to sign a replacement for Diego Costa who has returned to training following his spat with Antonio Conte over his fitness issues. The Spain international was left out of Chelsea's squad that beat Leicester City last Saturday as a result of a disagreement with the medical team and Conte over a back injury. There have … [Read more...]

Chelsea Set To Lose Another Promising Star To League Rivals

Middlesbrough are closing in on Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford, according to reports. The 23-year-old was recalled from his loan move with Burnley which was cut short due to his lack of chances. it is understood that the striker is now ready to leave again for a move to Middlesbrough and has already traveled to have a medical ahead of a £10 million move. Bamford had enjoyed a successful spell with Boro in the 2014/15 season and will hope to continue in same fashion when he returns in the January transfer window. The striker is set to be one of Chelsea's youngster to move to another club after failing to break into the first team. In related development, Blues young keeper Jamie Cumming has signed his first professional contract at the Stamford … [Read more...]

Not Lindelof – Manchester United Busy Working On Defender Deal In January

It appears Manchester United defender Luke Shaw is now out of favour for manager José Mourinho . It seem the left-back would exist Old Trafford in the summer. A new report from the Independent stated that Manchester United will be open to listening to offers for the Englishman. This season so far, the 21-year-old has made 13 appearances for side. He hasn't  been featured in a league game since 29 October. Coach Jose Mourinho is reportedly unhappy with his progress and will listen to offers for the left-back in the summer. And it appears the Portuguese tactician is already planning for life without Shaw as reports from Tuttomercato indicates that highly rated Monaco defender Benjamin Mendy is on Mourinho’s radar. The red devils have been plotting a … [Read more...]

Arsenal In Contact With Free Talented Star Player – A Deal Seem Likely

Over the weekend, it was reported that Everton summer target Rachid Ghezzal still hadn’t signed a new contract with Lyon that was worth a reported €280,000/month wage. Rejecting a move to Everton that could see him taking €400,000 each month, the Algerian forward could leave his current club on a free transfer in the next summer, and FootMercato even report that a number of clubs are interested in such an opportunity. Some days back, some sources felt The Lyon offer isn’t close to Everton’s and the player seems to want to have his cake and eat it. They were of the opinion that If Everton don't appear a high enough sporting level, then the Algerian needs to seriously consider teams like  Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham, Liverpool, Arsenal should they want … [Read more...]

Manchester City Set To Overtake Chelsea In Race To Sign La Liga Ace

  Manchester City have joined the race to sign Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak, according to reports. City are believed to be keen on signing a replacement for Claudio Bravo and has set sights on the Atleti keeper. Bravo only arrived at the Etihad last summer transfer window but has struggled in between the sticks. Reports in the Goal have it that Pep Guardiola is not impressed with the Chilean goalie, conceding 14 goals from the last 22 shots he has faced and the City boss is ready to replace him with Jan Oblak. Prior reports have it that Chelsea are keeping tabs on Oblak after reports that Thibaut Courtois was heavily linked with a move to Santiago Bernabeu. The Slovenian keeper has an £86.7million release clause and Atleti goalie will … [Read more...]

Officially Confirmed! Man United Agree Deal For Midfielder, He Could Make Debut This Week

According to latest news speculating on the media, EPL giants Manchester United have agreed a deal with English Compatriots Sheffield United for the loan transfer of their highly rated midfielder Joe Riley. Riley was recovering from a hamstring problem but has now completed the move after being passed as fully fit. United have recently announced the move on their official website. The 20-year-old versatile midfielder was given his first team chance by former boss Louis van Gaal and the youngster went on to feature in the FA Cup against Shrewsbury and also in the Europa League against FC Midtjylland last season. He can play as a full-back as well as a central midfielder and the talented player was interested going out on loan so as to get more first-team … [Read more...]

Arsenal Legend: This Player Is Klopp’s Favourite At Liverpool

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has confessed that he is a huge admirer of Liverpool star Roberto Firmino following his performance for Liverpool in Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United. Firmino has worked towards making himself one of the Premier League’s most exciting attacking talents following his arrival at Liverpool from Hoffenheim. The Brazilian was in fine form for his side as Liverpool earned a 1-1 draw with Manchester United at Old Trafford at the weekend. Swede legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic ended up cancelling out James Milner’s first-half penalty on Sunday afternoon as Liverpool earned a point against their bitter local rivals. However, it was Roberto Firmino’s display that particularly caught the eye of Arsenal legend Henry in the … [Read more...]

Breaking: Man United Aim To Complete Transfer Of Talented Player In Next 48 Hours

According to new reports, Lyon have submitted an improved offer as compared to their previous £13m bid for Manchester United player Memphis Depay. Man United are ready to let the winger leave the club in the January transfer window. The Mirror indicates that the Dutch winger could complete his transfer to French club Lyon within the next 48 hours. This shows that transfer talks are getting to an advanced level and United are probably close to agreeing to a deal for the player. Depay moved to Old Trafford in 2015 from PSV Eindhoven for around £25m but he has failed to show his stuff. Last season, he made 29 appearances for the Old Trafford club but has struggled to make a strong impression under Mourinho. Earlier this month, Manchester United rejected a £13m … [Read more...]

Revealed! Midfielder Speaks About Arsenal Effort To Get Him Signed Up

Sergi Samper moved to Granada from Barcelona on a season-long loan in the summer, however, he could have already been in England. He had been linked repeatedly with a move to Arsenal and some of the present claims from the Catalan media even thought Barcelona had lost him and he was off to join the Gunners. It was however said that In 2015, Mundo Deportivo and others in Spain claimed it was Samper and his circle trying to persuade Arsenal on a deal having passed up the opportunity previously. It was said that back then in 2011, Samper visited Arsenal’s facilities along with the duo of Jon Toral and Hector Bellerin, but unlike the other two Samper decided against a move. His family however feel that was poor advice from agent Pere Guardiola and that the … [Read more...]

Breaking! Chelsea Plot £70m Spree For Two January Targets

Chelsea have sent scouts to watch the duo of Stefan de Vrij and Felipe Anderson during Lazio's win over Atalanta last Sunday. Chelsea failed to lure the de Vrij to the Stamford Bridge last summer and has reportedly intensified efforts to lure him as Antonio Conte looks to bring in reinforcements to his defensive line. The center-half has refused to extend his contract with Lazio with suggestions he might be eyeing a move and he is being monitored by some top European clubs. It is believed that Lazio will demand around £35million for the 24‑year-old defender, who is also attracting interest from Red Devils. The Blues are also looking at the prospects of signing stunning attacker Felipe Anderson with reports that. The 23-year-old is under contract until the … [Read more...]

Jose Mourinho Wants Man United To Agree £70,000-a-week Star Player From Chelsea

Manchester United splashed heavy money in the last summer transfer to reinforce the squad for new coach Jose Mourinho. But after playing 21 matches, United still sit in the sixth position on the table and are already ruled out of the title race. Nevertheless, Mourinho aims to end among the top four and is ready to further strengthen his squad. Once again, the former Chelsea boss is looking to sign Blues star Nemanja Matic. In June last year, Matic was linked with a move to the Old Trafford club, but he eventually stayed at Chelsea. However, Mirror have reported that Mourinho has already handed Ed Woodward a list of players that he wants to sign next summer. After Morgan Schneiderlin moved to Everton, the red devils obviously need a top quality defensive … [Read more...]

Blues In Shock Deal For Pacy Winger As Perfect Fit For Conte 3-4-3 Formation

  Chelsea have started initial talks to sign Middlesbrough winger Adama Traore, according to reports. The Blues are desperately in need on a pacey winger to act as cover for Victor Moses and Marco Alonso and have set sights on the 20-year-old who joined Boro last summer on a  £7million deal from Aston Villa. Traore has been a key figure for Aitor Karanka's side, making 16 appearances this season and has raised eyebrows of top clubs. Prior reports had suggested that the Blues boss Antonio Conte was chasing West Ham’s Michail Antonio but has since shifted sights as the Hammers are not willing to let their star man leave in the January transfer window. Reports in the Sky Sports have it that the Blues have started talks with Boro to sign the former … [Read more...]

Manchester United Star Set To Leave To China In Shocking Mega-Money Move

An exclusive report by The Sun revealed that United star player Ashley Young is the latest Premier League player being targeted by a mega-rich Chinese club. With  players like Oscar and Mikel already in China this month, it was revealed that due to the big money coming from China, a number of Premier League clubs are worried about losing some of their top talent. The Sun confirmed that Chinese Super League side Shandong Luneng are putting to the table an offer to sign Man United star Ashley Young this January. This season so far, Young has started just five games for Mourinho side with only two of them coming in the Premier League. The player struggled to force his way into the plans of the Portuguese tactician. Since that’s the case, it isn't wise … [Read more...]

Antonio Conte Eager To Seal £61m Replacement For Diego Costa

Antonio Conte has told Chelsea to sign Alvaro Morata from Real Madrid, according to reports. Reports in Spain have it that Conte has asked the Blues board to increase their efforts to sign the Spaniard striker has a replacement for the embattled Diego Costa. Reports in Sport Witness claim that Morata is unhappy at the Santiago Bernabeu having started just 10 games in all competitions upon his return from Juventus last summer, which has sparked suggestions that he wants to leave Madrid. It is understood that Conte is keen on bringing Morata to the Stamford Bridge at the next summer transfer window and has told the hierarchy at Chelsea to sign him. However, same report also suggested that the Blues may be put off Real's valuation for the 24-year-old which … [Read more...]

Injury News: Klopp Gives Latest Injury Update On Senior Defender

Jurgen Klopp gives an injury update on England defender Nathaniel Clyne. The Liverpool manager is optimistic that Clyne will be available when his side meet Swansea City at Anfield on Saturday afternoon. Clyne was forced to sit out Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon. Klopp started Trent Alexander Arnold at right-back in the absence of Clyne and the 18-year old did well against Anthony Martial. The England International has been ever-present at full-back in the Premier League this term and has provided in 20 top-flight two assists. However, speaking at his pre-match media conference ahead of the Red's trip to Plymouth Argyle in their third-round replay on Wednesday night, the boss provided an update on Clyne’s … [Read more...]

Chelsea Line Up World Class Replacement For Want Away Striker

Chelsea are ready to swoop on Bayern Munich star Thomas Muller as replacement for Diego Costa who might leave the club. Reports in the Daily Express have claimed that the Blues have set the sights on bringing the German star to the Stamford Bridge, following speculations about the future of Diego Costa. Costa has been linked with a move out of the Stamford Bridge due to his training pitch spat with Antonio Conte over fitness issues, and Tianjin Quanjin owner Shu Yuhui has revealed the Chinese club has contacted the likes of Karim Benzema and Edinson Cavani in time past but the deals fell through. He told Tianjin Sports Channel: ‘Our club had a massive investment plan for the new season but it was tightened up by the new rules, ‘I made an appointment with … [Read more...]

Manchester United Reject £13M Bid For 22-year-old

According to latest reports, Manchester United have rejected a bid from Ligue 1 side Lyon for Memphis Depay. A report in The Daily Mail revealed that the French side put in an initial bid of £13m with other bonus payments added. However, Manchester United are adamant that they won’t accept anything less than £17.5m. The standard fee set by the red devils seems to be beyond the reach of the Lyon board. Back in June 2015, former boss Louis van Gaal paid PSV Eindhoven £25m to secure the winger's signature. Unfortunately before the end of last season, he had dropped out of the first team picture. Now coach Jose Mourinho has decided that Depay was surplus to requirements but he finding a buyer that is willing to match the terms of his four year contract won’t … [Read more...]

“Here Is Why Liverpool Do Well Against Title Rivals” Liverpool Legend Reveals

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher is confident that Jurgen Klopp's squad will continue to have success against their direct rivals After Sunday afternoon’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United at Old Trafford, Carragher thinks his former club are suited to playing against their title rivals. Liverpool got the first-half lead through a powerful penalty kick from assistant captain James Milner after the midfielder steered a powerful shot past United goalkeeper David De Gea following Pogba’s handball. Unfortunately, Klopps men couldn't hold on for three points after huge Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored a header with just six minutes remaining at Old Trafford on that Sunday afternoon. Since Klopp took over the mantle of leadership at Anfield back in October, … [Read more...]

Shocking! Jose Mourinho Set To Break World Transfer Record Yet Again – It’s £100M This Time!

Manchester United may be prepared to yet again break the world transfer record for the second summer in a row. According to reports in The Independent, Man United boss Jose Mourinho will pay a superb £100 million for highly rated Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann. 25-year old Griezmann won the Golden Boot as top scorer at UEFA Euro 2016 with six goals. Additionally, the France international has been to two Champions League finals with his side Atletico Madrid. Portuguese tactician Jose Mourinho broke the world transfer record for Frenchman Paul Pogba in the summer of 2016 in a startling £89 million deal. The red devils boss apparently needs a long-term successor to 35-year-old impressive hugeman Zlatan Ibrahimovic, the EPL's joint leading scorer … [Read more...]

Arsenal Seniorman: I Want To Win The PL Before Considering Moving To China

In-form Arsenal star striker Olivier Giroud revealed that he desire winning the Premier League trophy with Arsenal before he will consider a big-money move to China. The Chinese Super League is gaining more attention in the world as many star players are being lured into the country with mouthwatering wages on offer. Players like Oscar, Obi Mikel, Axel Witsel and Carlos Tevez are among those who recently move to China. While Chelsea’s star striker Diego Costa clashed with coach Antonio Conte last week, there are already rumours that he might make the move to China too. Presently however, the latest player to be linked with a move to China is 30-year-old Giroud. He admitted already that there is temptation for one big final pay-day should he win the league … [Read more...]

Breaking! Liverpool Could Get Points Deducted Hence Giving Chelsea An Easy Ride

Liverpool are currently third-placed in the Premier League table. They are leveled with second-placed Tottenham Hotspur and are seven points behind league leaders Chelsea. Liverpool have been on fire and have what it takes to catch Chelsea and win the league title this season. Nevertheless, latest developments indicates that they may suffer a major setback in the form of points deduction if they choose to play Joel Matip. The Reds failed to get any clear reply from FIFA on whether they should play the former Schalke defender or not and are now ready to play the Cameroonian defender in the upcoming FA Cup replay against Plymouth. A year ago, the 25-year-old star announced his retirement from international football but he was however selected by the national … [Read more...]