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Breaking! United Closing In On €80m Rated Star

Manchester United are reportedly closely in on Colombian playmaker James Rodriguez, who presently plays for current European champions Real Madrid in the Spanish Primera Division, ahead of the January transfer window next month. Rodriguez has found playing opportunities hard to come by under French manager Zinedine Zidane and is open to a move away from Santiago Bernebeu when the transfer window opens on the 1st of January, 2017. The former AS Monaco and FC Porto star was the main man at the last FIFA World Cup in Brazil as he burst onto the scenes after scoring 6 goals to emerge topscorer thereby leading the Colombian team to their first ever quarter-final appearance in the tournament. The tournament earned James Rodriguez a £63m move to 11-time European … [Read more...]

Chelsea Target Delivers Key Update About His Future

  Real Madrid midfielder James Rodriguez has revealed he will 'think about offers' to open the door to a Chelsea move. The Blues have previously scouted the Colombian midfielder but a move for the 25-year-old did not materialise. However, Rodriguez has grown frustrated at his lack of chances at the Santiago Bernabeu. When asked about his future, he replied: “I can’t promise I will stay at Real Madrid. I have offers and seven days to think [about them].” It is understood that a £75 million could be in the offing for Real Madrid if they decide to let go off the midfielder. But Zidine Zidane has suggested otherwise earlier this month, he said: “He [Rodriguez] is going to stay here.” Reports in the Sun claimed the Colombian further thought about … [Read more...]

This United Player Is Giving Mourinho A Big Selection Headache

Ex-player Danny Murphy thinks Jesse Lingard has given Jose Mourinho a selection headache following his fine performance against West Brom on Saturday. The winger was given an opportunity to prove himself at The Hawthorns, and he utilised the opportunity perfectly to prove his worth. His perfect cross to huge Ibrahimovic gave United the opening goal in the first half. Even when many of us thought Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s injury would see Juan Mata find his way back into the squad, United boss decide deploying Lingard as he believed he’d be better suited for West Brom’s style of play. However, Murphy, speaking about Lingard's display, claims he has made a solid case as he fights for his place in the side. “He has great pace and willingness to get in behind … [Read more...]

Arsenal Ready To Snatch This English Star From Man United

Arsenal are interested in signing English international winger Jesse Lingard as the North London side target player reinforcements in the January transfer window next in a bid to rescue their failing league title push this season. According to The Sun newspapers, Jesse Lingard's current contract at Old Trafford will expire at the end of next season and with no contract renewal in sight Arsene Wenger could take advantage of the situation to make a swoop for him. This is coming on the back of a reported United interest in Arsenal and German playmaker Mesut Ozil with the report saying the interest in Lingard is as a revenge to that interest in the former Werder Bremen and Real Madrid star. Arsenal have a lot of work to do if they are to end their 13-year wait for … [Read more...]

Man United Urged To Give This Star Player More Time

Bayern Munich star Arjen Robben stated that he expects his countryman Memphis Depay to prove himself if he manages to secure a move away from Manchester United. Depay failed to show his worth since he moved to United from PSV in 2015. He was often benched under the tenure of former United coach Louis Van Gaal, and hasn’t been able to establish himself under the present boss Jose Mourinho. The Dutchman has nevertheless been linked with a move to Everton with other clubs, and he is expected to leave the Old Trafford in January. However, speaking recently about his situation, Robben believes he’ll be able to recover if he joins another club. “He is a very talented player,” he said. “It’s a pity it didn’t work at Manchester until now. He’s playing very few … [Read more...]

Chinese Clubs In Transfer Battle To Sign ANOTHER Blues Star

  Guangzhou Evergrande and Shanghai Shenhua are in battle to try lure Chelsea skipper John Terry to China. The Blues skipper has been dropped to the bench for the most time under Antonio Conte and has reportedly been told by the club that this season will be his last at the Stamford Bridge. Reports in the Express has now claimed that former Blues boss Felipe Scolari and Sunderland ex-manager Gus Poyet are keen to bring the 36-year-old to the far east. Terry had earlier snubbed a deal to the Chinese Super League with Guangzhou Evergrande about a year ago but a deal is understood to be considerable since his future with Chelsea looks uncertain. The English defender could earn around £11.9m a season after tax if he decides to join Chelsea teammate, … [Read more...]

Man United Closer To Signing £42M Highly Rated Defender As Club President Jets In For Talks

According to new reports in Portugal, Manchester United are edging closer to a deal for Sweden defender Victor Lindelof after Benfica’s president jetted into England for talks with the Red Devils. 22-year old Lindelof  has became known popularly as one of the brightest young talents in Europe. And even striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic, while speaking about his fellow countryman just last month, said Lindelof is ready to make the step up for a ‘big club’. Defender Victor Lindelof keeps attracting the attention of so many clubs in Europe, especially for his impressive performances this season at his club Benfica. The Swedish international already has 11 appearances for his country. Portuguese outlet O Jogo reported recently that Benfica president Luis Filipe Vieira … [Read more...]

Conte Lifts Lid On His January Transfer Plans

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has revealed he will make some possible transfers in January. Having started life in the Premier league with a bang, the Italian boss is set to hold talks with Chelsea board over possible transfer reinforcements in the January window. Following their 11th straight victory over Crystal Palace last Saturday, the Blues are now seven points clear off their rivals on the league table after 16 games. And the club owner, Roman Abramovich has impressed with their performances so far and now willing to give Conte a considerable large transfer war chest in a bid to improve the squad as they go on another tile challenge in the second part of the season. When asked about his January plans, the 47-year-old boss told the club's website: “We must … [Read more...]

Ibrahimovic: This Is What Surprised Me Most At Man United

Swedish star Zlatan Ibrahimovic maintained his fine goalscoring form against West Brom in a premier league game on Saturday with a brace. With just over four minutes played, the hugeman scored his first with a header that was put in by Jesse Lingard, and scored his second in the 55th minute. The brace means he now has 12 goals so far this season in the EPL and third in the goalscoring chart. Considering that this is his first term in the EPL, he could be graded above average. Now at the ripe old age of 35, Zlatan Ibrahimovic claims he's like red wine and only getting better. "I'm settling in. I feel happy, I feel good," he said, per Manchester Evening News. "Even if I'm 35, in my mind I'm 20. I think I could play also at 50, but it won't be down to … [Read more...]

Liverpool To Fend Off Barcelona, City Interest In This Star Player

English Premier League (EPL) side Liverpool are ready to offer their star man Philippe Coutinho a new contract with the club after the former Inter Milan man was linked with Spanish and Copa Del Rey champions Barcelona as well as fellow league side Manchester City. Brazilian star Coutinho has been in superb form this season having contributed 5 goals and 5 assists in just 13 league games before he succumbed to an ankle problem in his Liverpool side's 2-0 home win over struggling Sunderland at Anfield last month. His performances have not gone unnoticed prompting the interest from European heavyweights like Barcelona and Manchester City and French champions PSG. According to the Daily Star, Coutinho, who only signed a contract extension 18 months ago, would be … [Read more...]

Bayern Munich Hijack Chelsea Bid For Bundesliga Ace

  Bayern Munich have reportedly agreed a £20million deal to sign Chelsea's top target Niklas Sule. Antonio Conte has been stunned to signature of the highly-rated Hoffenheim centre-back by German Champions ahead of the January transfer window. Reports in the Daily Mail last week suggested the Blues were ready to move for Sule with a £30million in the offing but Bayern has now hijacked the deal, though it was understood that Blues technical director Michael Emenalo was keen to sort out the deal and Conte is said to be an admirer of the 21-year-old who could perfectly fit into his 3-4-3 formation. German news outlet, Bild has now reported that Sule has agreed to join Bayern Munich with the transfer set to be confirmed in the early days of the Winter … [Read more...]

Eddie Howe Reveals Chelsea Could Seal Stunning Deal For Prem Star

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe has revealed Chelsea have an option to recall Nathan Ake in January. The 21-year-old has enjoyed a bright stay with the Cherries, scoring three goals so far this season despite being a defender and Howe has confessed he wants him to stay for the rest of the season but fears the Blues may recall due to his performances so far. Speaking after their 3-1 loss to Southampton, the Cherries boss confirmed: ‘I thought Nathan Ake was excellent again, there is a release clause there where Chelsea can recall him. ‘But we would hope the fact he’s playing and playing well would mean he’d stay. But we’ll wait and see. ‘If you take away his goal he defended really well, he used the ball well and he got into some good positions, it’s a … [Read more...]

Injury News – Arsenal £65,000-a-week Star Picks Up Muscle Injury

Arsenal winger Alex Oxlade Chamberlain has picked up a muscle problem after he sustained the injury during his North London side's 2-1 loss to title rivals Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday evening in what was a week 17 league clash in the English Premier League (EPL). The injury was confirmed via the Arsenal Twitter account immediately after the game as follows: "@Alex_OxChambo has a muscular problem" This further highlights a bad week for the Gunners with two successive league defeats and an injury picked up by one of their players during the game with former Bayern Munich and Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola's men. Before Sunday's game at the Etihad Stadium, Arsenal knew they had to get a good result to keep up their league title chase after … [Read more...]

Breaking: Ibrahimovic To Avoid A Superb £120m Offer From China, To Remain With United!

According to a new hot report, United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is ready to snub an astonishing £120million offer from China and extend his contract at Manchester United. The Swedish hero joined the red devils in the summer as a free agent and has scooped the heart of many United faithful to himself.  His brace against West Brom on Saturday took his total tally to 16 goals in 25 games. So far this season in the English Premier League, he is the third top-scorer. Now, according to the Daily Mail, the 35-year-old impressive form had made the Chinese government to plot a superb £120m move for his services. It is claimed clubs in the Chinese Super League, who hoped to secure Ibrahimovic’s signature before he penned a deal at United, are now desperate to land a … [Read more...]

Official: Here Is The Reason Mourinho Asked His Players To Give Shirts To Fans

Manchester United coach Jose Mourinho says he told his Manchester United players to give their shirts to the fans because according to him, it’s “Christmas time” After claiming the full points at The Hawthorns with a 2-0 win over West Brom on Saturday, the delighted United boys handed their shirts to the thrilled travelling fans. The victory represented their fourth successive victory, and this recently lifted the red devils to just three points behind fourth-placed Manchester City, who have a game in hand. The Portuguese coach while speaking after the clash, explained that he told his players to give their shirts to the fans as a gesture of gratitude for their support. "I told them to do that, [it’s] Christmas time,” he said. "A shirt for a fan, … [Read more...]

Mourinho Finally Found A Perfect Replacement For £27M Powerhouse

After kicking off the season with an unimpressive campaign, it seems Mourinho-led Manchester United are now getting back their tempo considering their performances in recent matches. Even while they seem to be getting a balanced feet now, it appears coach Jose Mourinho still doesn’t see the present team as a successful one yet. Therefore, it is expected that United would participate actively in the upcoming transfer windows next month. The Daily Mirror reported that one potential summer signing on United's list could be Danny Rose. It was also stated that other teams like Manchester City are also thought to be interested in the Tottenham left-back. According to some opinions, one factor that could determine the team Rose would decide sticking with next … [Read more...]

Shocking! Senior Man Could Be Leaving Old Trafford!

The Sun recently reported exclusively that Manchester United might eventually lose their goalscoring hugeman Zlatan Ibrahimovic to LA Galaxy next summer. The Swedish hitman, though showing some of the best form of his career presently, is linked with a move to America as it seem his time at the premier league is coming to an end. The Sun insisted that the MLS side LA Galaxy are very keen in bringing the legend to MLS with Ibrahimovic yet to decide his future beyond this season. His contract was initially a one year deal with the option of another and the in-form striker may take the chance to jump off and move to some other place. It was gathered that Ibrahimovic is bothered about his ability to influence a United title push as much as he’d like and doesn’t … [Read more...]

Chelsea Plan Massive £75m Raid On Star Player, Deal Could Take Effect In January

English Premier League (EPL) leaders Chelsea are interested in signing Colombian star forward James Rodriguez from current European champions Real Madrid in a deal reported to be around £75m head of the January transfer window, which is expected to reopen on the 1st of January, 2017. Former AS Monaco and FC Porto attacking midfielder Rodriguez, who was the main man at the last edition of the FIFA World emerging the topscorer with 6 goals, 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, sealed a £63m move to Real Madrid after the tournament in Brazil in that summer has found limited playing opportunities under manager Zinedine Zidane and is open to a move away from the club. According to the report in popular news outlet Daily Express, Chelsea will however face a fight for their … [Read more...]

Liverpool Rival Milan , PSG For This Brilliant Star Player

English Premier league (EPL) side Liverpool will have to fend of the challenges of both Milan clubs, AC Milan and Inter Milan, as well as French champions Paris Saint Germain (PSG) in order to sign highly rated French midfielder Amine Harit. 19-year old Harit, who has been dubbed the next Hatem Ben Arfa, has been in superb form following his eye-catching performances in the colours of French Ligue 1 side Nantes this season thereby attracting a lot of scouts from major European clubs this season. Beside being a regular for Nantes, Amine Harit is also a regular for the French U20 team. It is clear Liverpool have it all to do in a bid to convince Harit that his long term future lies at Anfield ahead of other European heavyweights like Inter Milan, AC Milan and … [Read more...]

Chelsea Star ‘Oscar’ Potential Move Is An Embarrassment! – Jamie Carragher

Former Liverpool defender and football pundit Jamie Carragher has labelled the potential transfer of Chelsea star Oscar to China as an embarrassment. Carragher belted out his frustrations on the transfer involving Oscar after report broke that the Brazilian international will complete a £60m move to Chinese star Shanghai SIPG with an estimated weekly wage of £400,000 to make him the third highest earner in world football. In his words, Jamie Carrgher said: "It is a sad day for football when a player about to enter his prime moves for financial reasons and nothing else." "The money is astronomical, but it's not as if he is on a pittance at Chelsea. "This is not a move to further his career. He will talk about the league growing in China, the chance to work … [Read more...]

Arsenal Eager To Get Isco Signature, Deal Could Be Done In January

English Premier League (EPL) side Arsenal are interested in signing Spanish playmaker Isco from the reigning European champions Real Madrid in the next transfer window, which opens on the 1st of January, 2017, according to popular news outlet Sunday People. According to the report, the 24-year old former Malaga star is open to the idea of moving away from Real Madrid after seeing his playing opportunities reduced at the Santiago Bernebeu and would be in favour of a transfer to a Champions League side which is something North London side Arsenal can definitely offer him. Isco has only played 66 minutes of UEFA Champions League (UCL) football this season and Arsenal are willing to pay a sum of £17m for him in the summer of 2017 after a short-term loan in January … [Read more...]

Team News, Probable Line-up – Liverpool To Crush Everton If They Field This XI

Liverpool stars Daniel Sturridge, Emre Can and Joel Matip are doubtful for the clash with Everton at Goodison Park on Monday evening in what is the 195th Merseyside Derby in the league. Former Borussia Dortmund and Mainz 05 boss Jurgen Klopp is expected to make a decision on the trio concerning their participation and non-participation in the game against Everton. England international Sturridge has been out with a calf injury since his side's 0-0 with Southampton at the St. Mary Stadium and is likely to make an appearance on Monday's game while German midfielder Emre Can and Cameroun defender Joel Matip have returned to training after recovering from knee injury and ankle injury respectively. Belgian goalkeeper Simon Mignolet is expected to start in goal … [Read more...]