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Deal Close: Club Set To Launch Move For Chelsea Star

Stoke City are keeping a close eye on Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek, according to reports. Following reports that the youngster is set for a loan move out of the Stamford Bridge, a host of clubs are said to have registered interest in the midfielder with Stoke City being the latest side to show intent in signing him. The England U-21 midfielder has been hailed for his exceptional qualities coupled with physicality and energy to bust into spaces in the midfield. Antonio Conte had earlier hinted of a possibility of a move for the youngster who has only managed two appearances for the Blues this season. Reports in the Evening Standard have it that Chelsea midfielder Mikel Obi could be set for a move to China with suggestion of medicals taking place … [Read more...]

Wenger Admits He Now Has An Exceptional Physical Talent

Since last year, rumours keeps flying in the media that Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is interested in Cohen Brammall. Fortunately, as the ongoing transfer session persists, Wenger himself has revealed that Arsenal have completed the signing of the non-League Hednesford Town left-back. “He has signed for us. He is an exceptional physical talent.” Wenger reportedly told a French TV reporter. Lots of Arsenal fans - and of course many others, don't know who Brammall is. He is a 20-year-old superb left back who currently plays non-league football. He has however been on trial at the Emirates stadium and has definitely done enough to earn himself a contract with the North Londoners. However Wenger said 'something else' about the young talent: “I don’t think he’s … [Read more...]

Chelsea On Alert As Club Slaps Price Tag On Wanted Midfielder

Paris Saint Germaine has slapped a £68.2m price tag on Marco Verratti amid reports linking him to Chelsea. The Blues have reportedly set their sights of signing a midfielder to the current squad and the Italian midfielder is one of the options lined up for potential move in the January transfer window. Reports in Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport has claimed that Juventus are willingness to pay the asking price for Marco Veratti, after general manager Beppe Marotta revealed earlier this week that the Serie A Champion are scouting the market for a world-class midfielder next summer ‘In midfield we have some interesting young Italians, and we’re looking for a top player in that role who will be available for next season,’ he said. Chelsea on the other … [Read more...]

Target Revealed: “It Will Be Hard For Me To Turn Down Mourinho’s Offer”

Bayern Leverkusen star player who is also a target for Manchester United- Hakan Calhanoglu, has revealed that it would be difficult to turn down an offer from Jose Mourinho. He was subject to an unsuccessful bid from former United boss Louis van Gaal back in 2015. However, reports recently revealed that the red devils had sent representatives to Germany to monitor him earlier this season. When asked to comment on his rumoured move to Manchester United, the 22-year old insisted that an offer from United would be difficult to refuse. "Barcelona and Manchester United are huge clubs it would be difficult to turn them down,” he said. “but I have not said anything about any transfers or anything of the sort.” Hakan Calhanoglu is a superb talented player with … [Read more...]

Injury News: Four Arsenal Players Expected To Be Fit By Weekend

The Gunners came gallantly back from three goals down against Bournemouth in their last Premier League match to snatch a point when all seem to be lost. However, failure to take the full 3 points in the game against the Cherries have further reduced their chances of winning the EPL title this season, considering the tough competition going on presently. Moreover, Mourinho's Manchester United are now two points behind Arsenal, and they are so in-form. Nevertheless, Arsene Wenger is looking up to the next game as they will be hosted by Preston in the FA Cup third round game on Saturday. Now talking about injury update, reports from PhysioRoom has it that seven players are out due to injury. It was also said that Wenger should be resting many of the first team … [Read more...]

Club Set To Slap Huge Price Tag On Chelsea’s Target

Fiorentina is preparing to insert  £85million release clause in Federico Bernardeschi who is a major target for Chelsea. Reports in Italy claims that the Serie A side will try to ward off interest in the 22-year-old winger. Prior reports suggested that Antonio Conte wants to sign winger in the next summer window, having scored nine goals and two assists for La Viola. Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Fiorentina want to include a massive clause in a new contract for the winger, with speculations that AC Milan and Juventus are monitoring his transfer situation. However, his agent Beppe Bozzo is understood to kick against the idea and does not want a big clause in his client contract in a bid to make a move a lot easier for … [Read more...]

German Machine Could Become United Player Now That The Coast Is Clear

According to Bayern Munich legend Lothar Matthaus, Thomas Muller no longer has a clear role at Bayern Munich and he could struggle to get back into the team under new boss Carlo Ancelotti. Ancelotti took over the baton from Pep Guardiola this season but hasn’t been able to utilise the qualities of the strong striker. The German forward too has not been able to show his stuff. Muller is regarded as one of the best strikers in the world due to his classic performance in both club and country. This has linked him with a £60m move to Old Trafford - a move yet to materialised. Nevertheless, considering how Ancelotti is running his things presently at the Bundesliga club, it seem a move would become possible for Muller as Matthaus even expressed his doubts over … [Read more...]

Chelsea Striker Emerges As Surprise Target For Lille

  Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi could be leave Stamford Bridge just six months following his summer move. The Belgian star has failed to nail a place in the Blues starting spot under Antonio Conte and is being lined up for a return to the Ligue 1 with Lille. Batshauyi only moved to the Stamford Bridge last summer in an audacious £33million move and could set to leave the Blues due to his lack of chances. The 23-year-old is now looking at the prospects of leaving the club following strong interests from West Ham. The Mail now claims he is also wanted by Lille. Antonio Conte has refused to start the Belgian in a Premier League match and could not replace Diego Costa who was suspended in their game against Bournemouth. Although, Conte has said … [Read more...]

Manchester United Have To Consider This Top Defender Signing- Not Lindelof

It is no longer news that English Premier League giant Manchester United are interested in signing Victor Lindelof in the ongoing winter transfer window from Benfica. Some new reports coming from Portugal have indicated that the 22-year-old Swedish international will definitely complete his move to Old Trafford this month. Nevertheless, some people think Mourinho do not need a player like Lindelof in his team now but needs a new right back. And that should bring Lindelof's teammate Semedo in the limelight. In the central defense, the duo of Rojo and Jones have formed a strong partnership in the back, with Eric Bailly back from injury- even though he is presently representing his country in Africa. Having not even mentioned Blind who can play in the center … [Read more...]

Club Wants This Arsenal Player Should Miralem Pjanic Come To Arsenal

According to new reports, Serie A side Juventus will ask Arsenal to sell them Aaron Ramsey if Miralem Pjanic should move to Arsenal. Just few hours ago, it was speculated that Arsene Wenger is interested in signing Juventus midfielder Miralem Pjanic. Presently, Calciomercatoweb revealed that Juventus will ask for Aaron Ramsey in return should Pjanic make the switch to Arsenal. Arsenal are reportedly budgeting a £28m offer for Pjanic, as coach Arsene Wenger seeks a long-term replacement for the injury-ridden Santi Cazorla whose feature at the Emirates is not yet sure. Pjanic is said to be very interested to move to Arsenal and Wenger has already spoken to him. This season so far, he has appeared 19 times for Juve in both the Serie A and the Champions … [Read more...]

Club Giant Offer Liverpool HUGE Tempting Deal To Sign Estranged Defender

Galatasaray has offered Liverpool £850,000 to allow Mamadou Sakho join the Turkish club on loan this January, according to reports. The France international has not had the best of time under Jurgen Klopp this season due to his behaviour. The Reds boss was disgusted with the defender's attitude and sent him home from the club's pre season tour in United States of America; subsequently he was banished to the Under-23 where he has remained and has not made single appearance for the first team this season. A host of clubs in Europe has been linked with a move for the 26-year-old with reports that West Bromvich Albion and AC Milan are keen to sign him in the winter transfer window. Report in AMK Sport have now claimed that Galatasaray have now emerged as … [Read more...]

Confirmed: Mourinho Set To Sign Former Chelsea Powerhouse

In the ongoing winter transfer session, Manchester United are in the news once again. This time, it was reported that United manager Jose Mourinho is interested in signing Marseille midfielder Lassana Diarra. Diarra is not a stranger in the English Premier League- he has played for both Arsenal and Chelsea before. So if he should come to the Old Trafford, the 31-year old will know what he should do. And considering the fact that he was a Real Madrid player when Mourinho was still Mardrid coach, both of them should move well. He joined Marseille as a free agent in the summer of 2015 and has been a vital player in the squad. Jose Mourinho seeks to strengthen his midfield side as he hope to grab a Champions League ticket for United. Now, according to Foot … [Read more...]

Chelsea In Talks To Nick Powerful Box-to-box midfielder Ahead Of Man United

Chelsea are believed to be in talks with Atlanta to sign Franck Kessie, according to reliable reports. The Ivorian midfielder has been at the centre of transfer battle between Chelsea and Manchester United as both sides aim to bring in reinforcements into their sides in the winter transfer window. His agent George Atagana recently revealed: “We have a lot of interest from the Premier League. Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Arsenal. “I cannot say at this stage how much he will cost but we are talking about one of the best young players in the world. “But for us the most important thing is that the technical project is the right one for him. “Franck is very, young so we have to be very careful about his development.” Sky … [Read more...]

Transfer Update: Manchester United Keen To Sign £50M Target

A new report emanated that Manchester United have also joined the pool of clubs interested in signing Spurs‘ midfielder Dele Alli next summer. However, Tottenham are reportedly not willing to sell the highly rated player. La Liga giants Real Madrid also showed their interest in him- though currently serving a one-window transfer ban which will expire next summer. Nevertheless, Daily Mail reported that the England International is happy in Tottenham and the club will not embrace offers for them. Dele Alli signed a six-year contract with Spurs in September with manager Maurcio Pochettino rating him very highly with a claim that Alli has the potential to be among the best players in Europe in the future. Any club that want to sign him will definitely pay … [Read more...]

Good News: Agent Hints At Potential Move For Liverpool Target

Liverpool target Emil Forsberg could leave Red Bull Leipzig in January, according to his agent. The Reds are believed to be interested in a move for Forsberg with reports that a £20million deal could be on the cards. Jurgen Klopp is believed to set sights on the winger who plays for Red Bull Leipzig after his failing in bid to sign Borussia Dortmund youngster Christian Pulisic. Forsberg's agent, Hasan Cetinkaya has now fuelled the speculation after admitting his client is attracting interest from a host of top clubs and could move this month. Cetinkaya told German newspaper Bild: “I can’t confirm names but after the great first half of the season, big clubs have reached out to me, "RB are in a good way to becoming a big club, which plays in Champions … [Read more...]

Manager Breaks Silence On Highly Rated Box-to-box Midfielder’s Move To Chelsea

Bayern Munich coach Carlo Ancelotti has debunked reports that Arturo Vidal is moving to Chelsea in the January transfer window. Antonio Conte is believed to be keen on reuniting with Chilean star who was part of the Juventus squad that excelled under the Italian in the Serie A. Conte has helped Chelsea to a comfortable lead on the Premier League table and looks to bring in reinforcements as they push for title in the second half of the season. However, Ancelotti has rubbished linking Vidal to a Stamford Bridge this month. Ancelotti: "Our squad is complete. We will not add new players this month.On the rumours linking Vidal to Chelsea, he said: "Absolute rubbish!" Reports have it that Chelsea will try to get the deal over the line as Vidal also fuelled … [Read more...]

Arsenal Playmaker To Be Offered January Exit Route

With last match game against Bournemouth still lingering in the mind, it appears Arsenal fans are set to bid farewell to their title challenge once more this season. The Gunners did a great job coming up to equalise from three goals down last night - with Wenger also claiming that some of the boys played the match with injury. Even if we should give them Kudos for their resilience, the fact is they just lost further ground on the title chase. This, we all know, is something that keeps giving Arsene Wenger headache- and gunners fans too. Amidst the annoyance, we shouldn't forget the ongoing winter transfer session, and something has popped up that concerns Arsenal. According to the Daily Record, midfielder Jon Toral is a target for Rangers this January, with … [Read more...]

3-4-3 Formation, Fabregas Out In Chelsea Probable Line Up vs Spurs

Chelsea will travel to White Hart Lane to take on Tottenham Hotspur as they look to extend their winning streak against Mauricio Pochettino's men. With less pressure from their title rivals, Antonio Conte will hope his stars take the game with hassle but a win for the Blues will see them sit comfortably at the summit of the Premier League table. Thibaut Courtois will continue to maintain his position in goal for the Blues. Gary Cahill is expected to start alongside David Luiz and Cesar Azpilicueta in the three-man defence for the Blues Marco Alonso and Victor Moses will run the flanks while Nemanja Matic and N'Golo Kante will hold the midfield area as Conte is expected to choose stability in Matic over Cesc Fabregas' creativity. Eden Hazard has been … [Read more...]

Deal Close: 5f 9′ Star Player Finally Set To Seal Man United Move

Long before the commencement of the winter transfer window, one player that is widely speculated to be linked with a Manchester United move is Benfica star Victor Lindelof. We won't be surprised if he officially become a United player after the close of the ongoing transfer session. There were lots of indications last month that the defender is going to Old Trafford, and was speculated that United agreed a fee of €45 million for the highly rated  player. However, in the twist of event, just few days ago, BBC claimed that Man United are no longer interested in signing Lindelof and won't be making a move to sign him. But presently, the transfer saga has taken a brand new direction as reports in Portugal indicates that Lindelof’s move to Manchester United is … [Read more...]

Arsenal Injury Update: On Ozil And Mustafi

Many Arsenal fans are already sweating over the fitness of some of their star players- something having a negative impact on the team presently. Well at last, there are some latest news that should ignite a bit of smile on our checks - even if it is just quite little. A new report by The Mirror has it that starplayer Mesut Ozil will miss Arsenal game against Bournemouth with a continuation of the illness that signed him out of Sunday’s 2-0 defeat of Crystal Palace. Fortunately, the duo of Alex Oxlade Chamberlain and Shkodran Mustafi are said to be in contention for a place after featuring on the bench at the weekend. Since they are playing twice in three days, then changes throughout the team is likely to be made, with Aaron Ramsey and Francis Coquelin in … [Read more...]