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Finally, Arsenal Have Agreed £70,000-a-week Star Deal

Arsenal are currently busy securing new contracts with some of their star players. New deals had been agreed with Coquelin, Giroud and Koscielny, and now reports suggest that Per Mertesacker has also agreed a deal with the Gunners. Since the start of this season, the veteran defender has been hindered from action by injuries. Nevertheless, coach Arsene Wenger is of the opinion that Mertesacker is an important figure. Some days ago, the Mirror published a report where the French coach insisted that he wants to extend the contracts of Cazorla and Mertesacker. The Times have presently claimed that the 32-year-old defender has finally agreed a one year extension. He has featured in over 200 games for Arsenal and takes home £70,000 each week. The Times … [Read more...]

Chelsea Announces Exciting January Transfer

Chelsea has confirmed two loan deals for young duo of Dion Conroy and Jhoao Rodriguez. The Blues announced the deals on their official website on Monday, Conroy signed an extension loan deal with Aldershot till the end of April. The defender has been impressive for the Shots in the National League this season, making 14 league appearances for Gary Waddock side so far and was part of the Chelsea side who won the FA Youth Cup and under-21 Premier League. Rodriguez on the other hand has switched clubs in Colombia. He was at Sante Fe but has moved to Cortula, having just had two appearances for Santa Fe since joining last July. He has featured for Colombia under-20 side, scoring five goals in 13 appearances. A club statement read: "Chelsea Academy defender Dion … [Read more...]

Manchester United Moved In To Seal First Option On Signing €30M Rated Star

It is now obvious that EPL giants Manchester United need real quality stars to strengthen their squad this month, but they are also focusing on talented youngsters which is a nice idea too. In regards to Manchester United transfer updates, many things are often being reported. The latest report now suggests that the red devils moved in to sign a certain Brazilian international in the person of Flamengo center forward. Independent reported that United made an attempt to seal first option on any eventual transfer for youngster Vinicius Junior. However, the move was reported rejected by the Brazilian club. It was known that Flamengo rate the teenage striker very highly and they have plans to bring him into the first team very soon, and the 16-year old has a … [Read more...]

Southampton And Liverpool Ready To Shake Hands On Yet Another Deal- Reliable Source

According to new revelations from the reliable Mirror, Liverpool and Southampton will again agree yet another deal. In recent seasons, Liverpool has brought players like Adam Lallana, Dejan Lovren, Sadio Mane, and Nathaniel Clyne into Anfield from Southampton. It appears even more dealings are set to be done. The new report from the Mirror states that Reds boss Jurgen Klopp will be making the move for talented center back Jose Fonte, who reportedly handed in a transfer request about a week ago. The report additionally claimed that Mahamadou Sakho could be moving the other way. This of course would be a good deal for the two clubs. The Saints wouldn’t have to come up with the full amount for Sakho who could now finally leave Anfield, and Fonte too could leave St … [Read more...]

Arsenal On A Double Sunday Transfer Mission, €60M Striker And €40M Midfielder

According to reports, FC Porto’s home league game against Moreirense played on Sunday wasn’t so attractive for scouts from abroad. Arsenal are the only English club said to send representatives to the match. The Record stated that Arsenal were in the North of Portugal to keep an eye on the duo of André Silva and Danilo Pereira. Both Silva and Danilo are said to be long-time targets for the club. In the 3-0 win, Silva scored one of the goals which made it his 16th goal this season so far. Danilo missed Porto's last match due to suspension, but got back into the team and didn’t have any difficulties in showing his stuff - keeping the defensive balance and avoiding Moreirense’s dangerous plays. While André Silva has a €60m release clause, Danilo’s is … [Read more...]

Jose Mourinho Sends A Signal To Manchester United Fans All Over The World About Paul Pogba

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has a message that should interest United fans all over the world. The Portuguese coach said that record signing Paul Pogba has the potential to captain Manchester United one day. In recent weeks, the Frenchman has been in fine form at the Old Trafford after his shaky start at the beginning of this campaign following his move from Juventus in the summer window. The talented midfielder arrived back at Old Trafford too much fanfare after Mourinho made the management part with a world-record transfer fee to bring him to the club from Italy. He has been earning numerous praise for his performances in recent weeks for the squad. Now, Jose feels that the France international has the ability to follow in the footsteps of some of … [Read more...]

Liverpool Will Complete This Centre-Back Deal In The Next 24 Hours – Journalist Confirmed!

A reliable journalist recently confirmed that Liverpool defender Tiago Ilori is set to complete his move to Reading in the next 24 hours. A  Times correspondent Paul Joyce, said on his personal Twitter account last Monday that the defender had agreed a move to Reading in a £3.7million move . Nevertheless, it was said that the formalisation of the deal had been held up by an ongoing Chinese takeover of the Royals and is presently waiting for approval from the Premier Leauge . Interestingly, everything seem to be moving in the right direction as chief football writer for the Press Association Simon Peach stated on his personal Twitter account on Monday that the transfer was set to be announced in the “next day.” "Tiago Ilori's move from Liverpool to Reading … [Read more...]

Chelsea Top Striker Set For Medical Ahead Of Transfer

Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford is set to undergo a medical with Middlesbrough ahead of his £10 million transfer, according to reports. The Blues have recalled the 23-year-old forward from his loan spell with Burnley after failing to nail a place at the Turf Moor, only managing just six appearances since his loan move last summer transfer window. Reports in the Daily Telegraph have it that Chelsea has agreed a deal with Middlesbrough for Patrick Bamford, an initial £6m fee is said to be agreed but the total fee will be increased with add-ons. The 23-year-old had earlier played for Boro in the 2014-15 season, scoring 17 goals in 38 games during his loan move but failed to get promoted from the Championships after losing to Norwich 2-0 in the play-offs last … [Read more...]

Arsenal Finally Agree Deal For Super No.25- Personal Terms Set To Be Discussed Soon

According to Sam Allardyce, Arsenal defender Carl Jenkinson is close to joining Crystal Palace. So far, 24-year-old Allardyce has limited opportunities at Arsenal and he is looking at getting some regular first-team action with a move to Palace. Jenkinson has worked under Allardyce before at West Ham so both of them definitely have a good working relationship. The former England coach is looking forward to a reunion and he has confirmed to the media earlier that an agreement has been reached with Arsenal for the right back. Crystal Palace are now expected to discuss personal terms with the player and it seems that a transfer is inevitable. "I think they are negotiations between the chairman and the agent, but we appear to have an agreement with Arsenal” … [Read more...]

Talisman: This Is The Reason I Struggled At Manchester United After Huge Transfer Fee

Manchester United talisman Paul Pogba thinks he initially struggled at the Old Trafford due to his involvement with France at Euro 2016. At the beginning of the campaign, the record-signing failed to make his mark in the Premier League and questions was often asked if he really deserves the huge fee. The Frenchman has however been reborn in recent months and has played a key role in the red devils recent surge towards the top four. Despite the blunder he committed in the 1-1 draw against Liverpool yesterday, the France international is beginning to finally live up to his world record transfer fee. The 23-year old nevertheless believes that his lack of a pre-season hindered his form at the start of the season and not because he wasn't hard working. "No, … [Read more...]

Another Chelsea Star Set For Shock Chinese Move Amidst Costa Speculation

Chelsea may lose another player after reports that Willian could set for a surprise move to the Chinese Super League. Following the departure of Oscar and Mikel to the Chinese Super League, it has emerged that Willian is the latest Blues player to be targeted by clubs in the Far East. A host of high-profile stars have left for lucrative deals in China in the recent weeks much to the dismay of European clubs. Diego Costa has also been linked with a move to Tianjin Quanjin following his spat with Chelsea boss Antonio Conte and there are speculations that the 28-year-old striker has told friends he will not be signing a new contract at the Stamford Bridge despite Chelsea's advances to tie him to a new deal. Reports in the Telegraph have it that Willian is … [Read more...]

Chelsea Boss Pleased With His Side’s Classic Response To Arsenal And Tottenham Pressure….

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has praised his team's response to pressure from both Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur after his side's 3-0 win at Leicester City on Saturday. Tottenham kicked off the Premier League action with a big 4-0 victory against West Bromwich Albion at White Hart Lane with Harry Kane scoring thrice. This moved Tottenham to within four points of the leaders. Arsenal also clinched a 4-0 victory over Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium. The blues  held their nerve at the King Power Stadium after a 3-0 victory against the defending Premier League champions Leicester City, thanks to goals from Marcos Alonso and Pedro Rodriguez. However, Conte speaking at his post-match media conference at the King Power Stadium on Saturday evening, heaped … [Read more...]

Star Player Praises Three Manchester United Teammates…

United midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan hailed Jose Mourinho's game changing triple substitutions following  their clash with Liverpool on Sunday afternoon. Manchester United were struggling with a goal down against Liverpool, prompting Mourinho to replaced the subdued Michael Carrick at half-time. After 65 minutes too, the Portuguese coach brought on Juan Mata for Anthony Martial and when it was 15 minutes to go, sent Marouane Fellaini into the strike force at the expense of left-back Matteo Darmian. Fellaini played a huge role in Man United's late equaliser from Zlatan Ibrahimovic. However, Mkhitaryan didn't single out Fellaini only as the only one who injected new life into the Reds. “Not only Fellaini but also Wayne Rooney and Juan Mata put freshness … [Read more...]

Club Join Race To Sign Chelsea’s Target As Boss Secretly Calls Star

Bayern Munich have intensified their efforts to sign Marco Verrati with reports that Carlo Ancelotti personally calls the Paris Saint Germaine star. The 25-year-old midfielder has been linked with a move out of Paris with Chelsea understood to be one of his possible destinations. Reports in Le Parisien claims that Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti has contacted the Italian on the phone regarding a potential move at the end of the current campaign. Bayern has reportedly made the signing of Veratti as a top target as he is viewed as a possible replacement for Xabi Alonso whose contract expires at the end of the season. The report also have it that Bayern will need to stump up to £70 million to force Paris Saint Germaine to sell Veratti, with suggestions … [Read more...]

Bundesliga Star Set To Spark Transfer War Between Chelsea, Arsenal After Hinting At His Return

German star Serge Gnabry has hinted he is open to a move to the Premier League despite leaving Arsenal just last summer. The 21-year-old left the Emirates stadium after failing to nail a starting spot under Arsene Wenger, playing just 10 league games during his four-year stint before joining Werder Bremen during the last summer window. Gnabry has been impressive for Werder Bremen since his arrival and has gone on to score 10 goals in 16 appearances. However, despite his current form in the Bundesliga, the Germany international has admitted he could make a shock return to the Premier League and could be with Chelsea or Arsenal. When asked about his future, he told Bild: ‘For my future, I’ve decided to focus on how I play now and today. That’s why I’m … [Read more...]

Chelsea Offer £200,000-per-week Deal To Goal Machine, Club Eager To Hold Urgent Talks

Chelsea has reportedly offered Diego Costa a new contract worth £200,000-per week following speculations over his future. The 27-year-old has been a subject of interest from China following hi altercation with Blues boss Antonio Conte in training over his fitness issues. Reliable sources disclose that Diego Costa has told his close associates that he wants to leave Chelsea because he hates English football. However, recent reports have it that the Blues are now ready to discuss a new contract with the former Atletico Madrid striker but the striker has rejected their advances. Conte has now since then dismissed reports linking Costa to a move to the Far East with reports of a mega deal from Tianjin Quanjin. He told ESPN: I think we’re a great club and … [Read more...]

Popular Journalist – One Of These Two Star Players Will Definitely Join Man United This Month.

Even after a streak of latest impressive performances, Manchester United are still 6th in the EPL table. They are 12 points behind table leaders Chelsea and also 4 points behind fourth-placed Arsenal. Realistically, what the red devils should be more concerned about now is how to end up in the top four so as to get a Champions League ticket for next season. The Premier League title seem to be beyond them. Now talking about the transfers, Manchester United are already known to be linked with a handful of top quality players, a major part of them are interestingly defenders. Two main players heavily rumoured with a move into Old Trafford are central defenders Victor Lindelof of Benfica and Kostas Manolas of AS Roma. Interestingly, a latest update that was … [Read more...]

“I Choose Them Because They’re Ambitious” Words From Chelsea Rumoured Confirmed Target

Ascoli talented youngster Riccardo Orsolini has just confirmed he is set to join Juventus at the end of the season. The player has been linked with a move to the Stamford Bridge, but will actually complete a move from the Serie B side on Monday for a reported €10million fee, before returning back to Ascoli for the remainder of the season. The talented teenager went viral last weekend after he produced a ludicrous piece of skill to leave an opponent on the floor. He confirmed now that the transfer is all-but sealed. "Is the deal done? Let’s say so, yes,” the 19-year old said. Additionally, he said he will definitely end the season with Ascoli and then begin the new adventure. To him, It’s all very exciting as it happened so fast over the past year. "I made … [Read more...]

Manager Wants Chelsea To Do Just One Thing For Goal Poacher

Latest reports suggested that Chelsea boss Antonio Conte will push Chelsea management to hand star striker Diego Costa a new contract when his bust-up with the Spaniard blows over. The talented striker was dropped for Chelsea’s 3-0 win at defending Premier League champions Leicester, last night. Though he complained of a back injury to the blues medics, the validity of his complaints was however doubted. The Spain International is said to have a big offer on the table from a club in China that is worth around £30m-a-year. The premier league leading goal-scorer had a heated bust-up with Chelsea boss Antonio Conte- but he is known for some naughty shows at times. Nevertheless, Sunday Express reported that Chelsea boss Antonio Conte wants the player to be … [Read more...]

Diego Costa Will Only Stay At Chelsea On One Condition

Just two weeks ago, Chelsea boss Conte is considered a very lucky coach. Not just because his team was on a 13-game winning streak, but he has one of the best strikers in the world in the person of Diego Costa leading his attack and leading the Premier League goal scoring chart. Unfortunately, the Spaniard has fallen out with Antonio Conte and he could be leaving the Stamford Bridge club within a matter of weeks. But in spite of incomprehensible wages on offer in China, the talented striker is willing to hold crisis talks over the issue, and he has one specific demand which could make or break his future in the Premier League. Different things are being heard regarding the drift. There was accusations of lies, and there was Conte simply citing a back injury … [Read more...]

Chelsea Ready To Beat Manchester United To £35m Rated No.3

Chelsea are readying a £35 million move for Lazio defender Stefan de Vrij next summer transfer window, according to reports. The Dutch defender has been heavily linked with a move out of Lazio but has reportedly made a decision to snub a January move to sign a new deal with the Serie A club and drive up his value for a summer swoop. Reports in Italy have it that de Vrij will sign a deal which means the interested clubs will have to wait until summer to move for him for a fee around £35m. The 24-year-old is regarded as one of the best defenders in Europe due to his solid display for Lazio and has also won 30 international caps with Netherlands. With Chelsea set to lose the defensive duo of John Terry and Branislav Ivanovic at the end of the season, Antonio … [Read more...]

Pundit: What this Man United flop tells us about Victor Wanyama

Kevin Kilbane thinks Morgan Schneiderlin’s disappointing time at Old Trafford shows how important Victor Wanyama was alongside the French midfielder during his successful spell at Southampton. Schneiderlin is about sealing a move to Everton after he was deemed surplus to requirements under new Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho this season. He only made two substitute appearances in the Premier League for United after falling behind the likes of Ander Herrera, Paul Pogba, Michael Carrick and Marouane Fellaini in the pecking order. Schneiderlin was signed from Southampton by Louis Van Gaal for £25M in 2015 after his impressive performances alongside Wanyama in the Saints midfield. Unfortunately, the Frenchman struggled to recreate his Southampton form at … [Read more...]