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Liverpool Targets Goalkeeper For Potential Summer Move

English Premier League (EPL) side Liverpool have set their sights on England international goalkeeper Joe Hart, who is presently on a season-long loan move at Italian Serie A side Torino from fellow league side Manchester City with a view to a move during the transfer window in the summer of 2017. 29-year old has been impressive for the Italian side this season with 15 league appearances already thus helping the team to a top 10 spot in Italy on the back of the situation that led him to the club in the first place. He was told by new Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola that he had no future with former Real sociedad and Barcelona shot stopper Claudio Bravo signed as his replacement during the summer. With Anfield giants Liverpool presently struggling with … [Read more...]

Arsenal Swoop In To Offially Sign Former Chelsea Player

Arsenal have perfected a major coup following the transfer of former Chelsea youth player Zach Medley after a successful trial with the Gunners having been a member of the Blues Academy from age until October 2017 however his next phase of development as a player would be with the North London side. Zach Medley, who is primarily a defender, was initially handed a trial but didn't impress in his first game as he gave away a penalty in Arsenal's 1-1 draw with the Fulham U18s in what was a London Derby but he subsequently did enough to convince the club scouts of a place in the Arsenal U18s leading him to sign a scholarship deal with the club. He would be hoping he could follow in the footsteps of former youth players such as Ashley Cole, Gael Clichy, Hector … [Read more...]

Antonio Conte Reveals Why This Striker Cannot Replace Diego Costa

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has revealed Michy Batshuayi is finding life difficult due to the physicality of the Premier league. The Belgium international arrived at Stamford Bridge in a £33 million deal from Marseille during the summer transfer window, but has not had the best of start to life in England. Batshuayi is now in contention to replace suspended Diego Costa in their match against Bournemouth on Boxing Day and Conte has said the striker is finding hard to adapt to life in the League. The Italian boss said: ‘Yes, I spoke about Michy in the post game [after beating Crystal Palace], and I said that it’s not easy to arrive in this league, to play in this league if you are a young player, ‘You are arriving in a new country, it’s difficult, especially … [Read more...]

Star Striker Back Man United Interest In 22-year-old Lindelof

Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski heaped lots of praises on Benfica centre-back Victor Lindelof after practically seeing what the defender is made of. Lindelof is a Manchester United target, heavily linked with a move next month. According to certain reports that emanated from Portugal earlier this week, a €45m deal between the red devils and Benfica had been agreed. Lewandowski met with Lindelof on the pitch during Bayern Munich’s Champions League quarter-final clash with Benfica back in April- Lewandowski's side progressed to the semis after a 3-2 aggregate win. And while speaking prior to the second leg of that encounter, the striker was full of praise for Lindelof and his centre-back partner Jardel. In the first leg of the encounter, even though … [Read more...]

Antonio Conte Set To Recall Loan Star After Stunning Form In Germany

  Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is considering to recall Andreas Christensen next summer transfer window from Borussia Monchengladbach, according to reports. Reports have it that the 20-year-old defender could return to Stamford Bridge as Conte plans to bolster his defensive set-up as the likes of John Terry and Branislav are expected to leave the club at the end of the summer. Chelsea were buoyed by the arrival of David Luiz from PSG on the transfer deadline day and has gone on to become a key figure in their 3-4-3 formation and the Italian boss is already planning a defensive reinforcements in the summer. Christensen is expected to join the Blues next summer having impressed for Gladbach so far where he has been on loan for 18 months, helping them to … [Read more...]

Liverpool Swoop In To Hijack Arsenal 23-year-old Target

18-time English champions Liverpool have joined other European heavy weights such as fellow English Premier League (EPL) side Arsenal and French champions Paris Saint Germain (PSG) in the race for the signature of highly rated German forward Julian Draxler, who plays for VFL Wolfsburg in the German Bundesliga. According to The Times, Jurgen Klopp's side have joined the race for the former Schalke 04 starlet and are watching him closely amidst all the transfer rumours circulating about Draxler, who was part of the Germany squad that reached the last four in 2016 European Championship in France. Draxler has found life to be tough at times this season at VFL Wolfsburg after he was booed by his club fans several times for his public admission that he would like to … [Read more...]

Mourinho: This Issue Is Making Me Feel So Bad At United

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho revealed recently that he regrets not having the ability to give all his players at the club chances to prove themselves since his arrival at the Old Trafford last summer. When he took the baton from the hands of Louis Van Gaal, the Portuguese tactician didn't only implement his own unique style of play but also bring in new signings like Ibrahimovic and Paul Pogba. With everything changed in the squad, players such as Ashley Young and Depay who features regularly under Van Gaal, are now being ignored on the bench. However, while talking about this issue, Mourinho insisted he felt bad for not giving the players a real chance to impress. “I still have some bad feelings towards myself because I didn’t give a real chance … [Read more...]

Chelsea Target Lifts Lid On His Future After Exit Talks

Chelsea target Marco Veratti has revealed he 'see no reason to leave' Paris Saint Germaine despite his agent hinting at his exit from France. The Italian midfielder has been linked to a move away from the French champions with Chelsea thought to be fore-runners to sign him. Although, the midfielder is also been chased by a host of European top clubs like Juventus, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Inter Milan said to be interested in luring Veratti from Parc des Princes. His agent also kindled the speculation with his comments, suggesting the 24-year-old has no intention of committing his future to PSG. ‘There are a lot of teams interested in him, but you would have to ask PSG,’ he told TeleLombardia. ‘Will he stay in Paris for life? I can assure you – no. I … [Read more...]

Chelsea Legend Issues Stern Warning To Conte About Rodriguez’s Transfer

Former Chelsea striker Tony Cascarino has claimed Antonio Conte will be mistaken by signing James Rodriguez. The Blues are heavily linked with a move for the Colombian midfielder with reports that Conte views him as a replacement for China-bound Oscar, although reports in Spain have it that Real Madrid are stalling on the sale of the midfielder next month but will be ready for talks next summer. James Rodriguez also revealed that he was open to offers in January and it is believed that he has fallen out with Real boss Zinedine Zidane due to his lack of chances at the Santiago Bernabeu. However, Cascarino has warned the Premier League leaders about moving for the Colombian international, calling him a 'luxury player'. He wrote in his column for The Times: … [Read more...]

Martial: This Is What Ibrahimovic Taught Me At Old Trafford

Manchester United star-player Anthony Martial was eulogising teammate Zlatan Ibrahimovic due to the Swedish's impressive start at the Old Trafford since his summer arrival from Paris Saint Germain. The 35-year-old striker continue adding value to Jose Mourinho's side, scoring 16 times in his first 25 games in all competitions and shutting up all critics who assumed he won't be able to cope in the English premier league. Recently speaking about Ibrahimovic, Martial insists he’s become a vital player of Jose Mourinho’s squad. "He is a top player and we can’t help but learn from just being alongside him, playing and training with him, seeing what he is doing now and what he has done in the past,” he said.“In spite of his age, he has been a tremendous help to … [Read more...]

Chelsea Face Major Stumbling Block In Rodriguez Transfer

Real Madrid are said to be reluctant to sell James Rodriguez in January, according to reports. Reports in Spanish outlet, Marca claim that Chelsea have encountered a major problem in their efforts to bring the Colombian to Stamford Bridge, as the Spanish giants are only ready to talk about a deal for Rodriguez at the end of the campaign. The Blues have kept their interest in signing the 25-year-old midfielder since the last summer transfer, and are keen to swoop for the former AS Monaco man in the winter transfer window. It is also believed that Antonio Conte is a long term admirer of Rodriguez since his days as Juventus boss and has marked him as a good replacement for wantaway Brazilian star, Oscar who is on the verge of joining Chinese Super league side, … [Read more...]

Manchester United Would Be In Trouble Should Anything Happen To This Star Player!

Garth Crooks has recently warned United boss Jose Mourinho that the team can not afford to lose huge Zlatan Ibrahimovic to injury at this point. Ibrahimovic moved to the Old Trafford from Ligue 1 side Paris Saint-Germain in the summer transfer window as a free agent. It's appalling that the Swedish legend could easily adapt to the English Premier League and in just few months in the top flight, he has scored 13 league goals in 17 EPL matches - placing him third in the goalscoring charts. He also scored a brace that gave United the full three points in Saturday's game against West Brom. Making his comments, former Tottenham striker Crooks thinks Mourinho's team would definitely struggle should the 35-year old striker picked up an injury in the 2016-17 … [Read more...]

Transfer News: Man United Asked To Pay Between €20-25M To Get Jamaican Wonderkid

According to latest reports, Dimitri de Conde, Genk technical director, has told English Premier League giant Manchester United that a transfer move for talented youngster Leon Bailey will cost them somewhere between £17-21M. The 19-year-old winger keeps dazzling for his club in both the Belgian league and in the Europa Cup, and his superb performances attracted the attention of big clubs in Europe. It was said that English Premier League sides Manchester United and EPL defending champions Leicester City are among the talented star's biggest admirers. Due to his current form which made him an asset to the club, Genk would ideally like to keep the Jamaican teenager, but the technical director admitted that the club cannot turn down big money if it comes … [Read more...]

Breaking! Arsenal Star Linked With A Possible Third Loan

Arsenal defender Carl Jenkinson has been linked with a third loan move to fellow London side West Ham United ahead of the January transfer window, which is expected to open on Sunday, the 1st of January, 2017. The former Charlton Athletic star spent the last two seasons namely the 2014/15 season and the 2015/16 season on loan at London club West Ham United though his second loan spell was cut short by a serious knee injury and as per the report via popular news outlet London Evening Standard the 24-year old could seal a third loan move to Slaven Bilic's side. Carl Jenkinson has been on the fringes of the Arsenal team due to the form of Spanish right back Hector Bellerin. However when Bellerin got injured and Jenkinson got the chance to replace him he didn't … [Read more...]

Breaking! Liverpool Target Says ‘Bayern Blocked My Anfield Move’

Liverpool target and Stoke City forward Xerdan Shaqiri has stated how his former German club Bayern Munich blocked him from moving to Anfield under former boss Brendan Rodgers, who called him on several occasions in a bid to convince him about a move to the Reds. The Swiss international moved to Italian Serie A side Inter Milan from German champions Bayern Munich after three largely unsuccessful years at the Allianz Arena before he joined Stoke City in the summer of 2015 after a disappointing spell with the San Siro outfit. Shaqiri, who has been linked with Liverpool ahead of the January transfer window, made this known in a chat with Spox. Speaking about a transfer to Liverpool that never materialised in 2015, Shaqiri said: "I wanted to leave in the summer by … [Read more...]

This Is The Player United Should Go For Most, Legend Insists

Manchester United spent £150 million in the summer transfer window and it seems they have finally found their feet under coach Jose Mourinho after another impressive 2-0 win over West Brom on Saturday. The West Brom victory makes it their third consecutive victory in the Premier League, as they closed the gap on the top four to four points. The new guys seem to be doing well. Swedish hugeman Zlatan Ibrahimovic is scoring goals, Henrikh Mkhitaryan is now flourishing before his untimely injury and even Paul Pogba seems to be finding his feet. However, Gary Neville recently made some statements that tickles us. In a Q&A on his Twitter account, one user took the plunge and asked for his thoughts on United signing Antoine Griezmann. Interestingly, Neville … [Read more...]

Big Blow! Arsenal Target To Stay With His Club

Arsenal have been dealt a huge blow in their pursuit of Atalanta star Frank Kessie after his club manager Gian Piero Gasperini disclosed that the player would be staying at least until the summer transfer window. Ivorian midfielder Frank Kessie has been linked with a move to Arsenal ahead of the January transfer window alongside other English heavyweight clubs like Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea and Manchester United, who have all scouted the in-form player. Frank Kessie has been influential to Atalanta's rise on the league table in Italy and has been one of the star performers in the Italian Serie A this season though he will risk a few weeks absence with the team as from next month due to his potential appearance with the Ivorian national team ahead of … [Read more...]

Liverpool Legend Makes Outrageous Claim Over Costa, Kante Suspension

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has claimed Chelsea duo of Diego Costa and N'Golo Kante intentionally got themselves sent off against Crystal Palace last weekend. Costa and Kante were both booked in the Blues' game against Palace at Selhurst Park, which was their fifth booking of the current season and will be missing their game against Bournemouth on Boxing Day. However, Carragher believes the pair may have deliberately got themselves booked so as to face Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane on January 4. He told Sky Sports’ Soccer AM : ‘I think Chelsea will be fine without Costa and Kante and I wouldn’t be surprised if the deliberately got booked to miss that game, ‘I know it’s controversial but it’s been done before.’ It is expected that the Blues … [Read more...]

Breaking! Man Utd Ready To Fight Chelsea For Strong Serie A Player

It's just few days away from January- the next transfer window, it is therefore time for teams to contend with one another for players. And right now, one player ready to set up a tussle between two English Premier League giants Manchester United and Chelsea FC, is Antonio Rudiger. Since the Roma star player has been very impressive in this season, he has successfully scooped to himself the attention of top clubs across Europe, including the red devils and the blues. According to The Sun,  both Chelsea and Man United want the defender and will contend against each other for the Germany International's signature this winter as the managers of both teams have been given a green light to splash the cash next month and both have Rudiger on their lists. The … [Read more...]

Drogba Reveals What He Told Mikel About Chelsea Future

Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has revealed that he told Mikel Obi to leave Chelsea in favour of a switch to Olympique Marseille. Drogba joined Chelsea from the Ligue 1 side in 2004 and went on to become of a legend at the Stamford Bridge as a result of his multiple title-winning feats for the club. However, the Blues hero has now warned Super Eagles Skipper, Mikel Obi about leaving the club to join his former club in France. ” Mikel will find relevance at Marseille, I told him how well I was treated during my time there and above all it will help him stay close to his family”, Drogba allegedly told RAC1. ” Marseille are not doing badly this season and Mikel’s experience will come in handy in helping them finish the season on a high”. Mikel has … [Read more...]

Willian Reveals Details About His Mother’s Death

Chelsea winger Willian has lifted the lid on the tragic death of his mother, Donna Zee. Mother of the Brazilian star died in October after battling a brain tumour for two-and-a-half years which left the Brazilian star devastated and was given a compassionate leave by Chelsea. Willian's mother died in Sao Paulo after series of intense chemotherapy sessions which affected the player's performance on the pitch for the Blues. Reflecting on the time, Willian said: ‘It’s been a ­difficult time for me. I lost my mum, and it has been very difficult emotionally, ‘She was a very important person in my life and will always be important to me. After she died, I stayed in Brazil a week ‘Since I came back, slowly I have started to feel better and to feel I can play … [Read more...]

Chelsea Youngster Reveals How Conte Is Helping Loan Players

Chelsea youngster Tammy Abraham has hailed Antonio Conte's efforts in improvement of the club's loan players. The 19-year-old striker has been in an electric form with Bristol City where he joined in the summer on a season-long loan, scoring 13 goals so far in the English Championships. Abraham who had earlier admitted he is pushing for a return to Stamford Bridge, has now credited Antonio Conte for giving him the confidence to perform well even while on loan. He told the London Evening Standard: ‘Conte looks interested in the youngsters and he spoke to me when I was on the pre-season tour, ‘He gave me tactical advice. He told me the right areas to get into and how to adapt to different situations. ‘Conte gives me that belief that when I go back to … [Read more...]