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Breaking! Arsenal Brilliant Star Bellerin Turned Down Huge Club Deal!

Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin reportedly turned down the overtures of English Premier League (EPL) rivals Manchester City to sign a new deal with his North London side thus endearing himself to the hearts of club fans. Bellerin has a huge admirer in Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola but the former Barcelona Academy player opted to sign a new long term contract with Arsene Wenger's side according to  report from popular English outlet Guardian. With the contract he recently signed at Arsenal, the 21-year old right back failed to follow in the footsteps of former Arsenal stars like Gael Clichy, Emmanuel Sheyi Adebayor, Kolo Toure, Samir Nasri and Bacary Sagna, who have moved to Manchester City over the last decade. The 21-year old right back has been a … [Read more...]

Breaking! Manchester United Make £50M Rated Defender Victor Lindelof A Priority

Reports had it that Jose Mourinho intend signing Benfica defender Victor Lindelof to Old Trafford, but won’t sign him until next summer. Even while the duo of Phil Jones and Marcos Rojo are performing above average in the defense, United's boss surely need to add more power to his squad's defense. The Mirror recently reported that Manchester United have already made enquiries about Lindelof, nevertheless, due to their on-going participation in the Champions League,  Benfica will not sell him until the end of the season. Despite the fact that the red devils could be pushed to begin looking elsewhere, it’s added that the Premier League giants have continued to keep a close eye on the 22-year-old Swedish international and even watched him in action again last … [Read more...]

Senior Man Set For Shocking Exit Following Fallout With Mourinho

According to an Italian agent, Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney was offered to Napoli in the summer. After starting the season with an unimpressive form, the 31-year-old was dropped by United's manager Jose Mourinho at the end of September. Even though he is working hard towards picking up his fine form, the fact remains his value at Old Trafford is no longer as secure as it once was. The England international, who is reportedly paid £300,000 a week at United, is no longer Jose Mourinho's first-choice striker, as huge Zlatan Ibrahimovic keeps starting in the No.9 position more often. He is also struggling grabbing the No.10 position as well. Interestingly, according to football agent Vincenzo Morabito, Rooney was offered to Napoli in the summer and … [Read more...]

Update: Arsenal To Battle Man City, PSG For £50,000-a-week Star Player

English Premier League Arsenal will have to fend off the challenges of other European heavyweights like French champions Paris Saint Germain (PSG) and fellow league side Manchester City in the race to sign in-form Borussia Dortmund forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang next summer. Aubameyang is widely regarded as one of the leading marksmen in world football and has netted 99 goals in 163 matches for the Signa Iduna Park outfit. According to popular German news outlet Bild, Borussia Dortmund are resigned to losing the Gabon striker in the summer. Arsenal's competitors namely Manchester City and French champions PSG had earlier expressed their interest this summer but the former Saint Etienne of France star stayed at his German club. As per a report from … [Read more...]

Alan Pardew Singles Out Blues Midfielder For Praise Despite Defeat

Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew has hailed N'Golo Kante after his side defeat to Chelsea at Selhurst Park on Saturday. The Blues cruised to their 11th straight win in the league after Diego Costa's header in the first half gave the visitors a slim victory over Palace and Alan Pardew has singled out Kante for praise in the game. Pardew told Sky Sports: ‘Kante in the midfield, he’s just such energy he had at Leicester last year, he’s bought that here,’ ‘He fills a lot of holes that go unnoticed.’ The 25-year-old French midfielder has continued to impress for Chelsea since he joined in the summer transfer window and continue to have decent stats in Antonio Conte’s 3-4-3 formation. In related news, Diego Costa has overshadowed Didier Drogba's 50-goal record … [Read more...]

Chelsea Line Up Move For Impressive French Midfielder

  Chelsea are reportedly eyeing a move for Monaco midfielder, Tiemoue Bakayoko. Reports have it that Antonio Conte has identified the 22-year-old midfielder has a possible replacement for Oscar who had already confirmed he will leaving Chelsea despite recent reports from China about the some uncertainties in the deal. Having hinted earlier that the Blues are already looking for an ideal replacement for the Brazilian playmaker, various names has popped up as a possible replacement for the China-bound 25-year-old midfielder with the likes of Marco Veratti and Diego Laxalt topping the list for the Blues. But recent reports from France has now suggested that the Italian is lining up a move for Bakayoko, who is said to preferred due to his physicality and … [Read more...]

January Transfer: This Target Playmaker Will Help United Score More Goals

This season so far, Manchester United are finding it difficult in scoring more goals. The Red Devils’ return of 22 in the Premier League is fewer than any of the sides above them. Therefore, a wise action Mourinho is expected to take is to get a player good in scoring lots of goals, or one that makes it easier for those around him to score. This therefore strengthen the link United have with West Ham star Dimitri Payet. According to The Mirror, United boss Jose Mourinho wants the £35m-rated Payet at Old Trafford. Additional, French news outlet Le10Sport, claimed that West Ham may be open to a deal – so long as Anthony Martial heads in the opposite direction as a direct replacement. The Frenchman has been outstanding so far this season. He has 55 chances created … [Read more...]

Chelsea Set To Be Without Key Player For Cherries Clash

Chelsea are set to be without Diego Costa in their next match against Bournemouth on Boxing Day. The Spain International picked in fifth yellow card of the campaign in the game against Crystal Palace and will be suspended when the play against the Cherries in their Boxing Day fixture. Costa has now been in an impressive form for the Blues this season, scoring 12 goals in 16 games before their clash against Crystal Palace during which he was shown a yellow card for kicking out at Joe Ledley in the first half of the match. The caution now implies that Antonio Conte will have to go with out of favour Belgian striker, Michy Batshauayi who is yet start a game in the Premier League since he moved there from Marseille in the summer. Though, Costa had a … [Read more...]

Breaking: 25-Year-Old Starman Finally Talk About Possibly United Move!

The English duo of Manchester United and Chelsea FC are interested in getting the signature of Real Madrid's James Rodriguez. Nevertheless, new reports stated that Rodriguez has no plans to leave the Spanish side in January. The Colombia international who was signed for £60million after the 2014 World Cup has scored just twice so far this season, since it seem he isn't part of Zinedine Zidane's favorites. Rodriguez's challenges at Real Madrid has led to speculations that he could be about to make the switch to the Premier League. However, Rodriguez insisted he's happy in his present club despite struggling to make his mark. “When you want to play at a club like Real Madrid, you always have to know that it’s a team that wants to win titles, and is used to … [Read more...]

Conte Hints At Replacement For Want-away Playmaker

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has hinted that Chelsea are ready to bring in a replacement for want-away Brazilian playmaker, Oscar. Following reports that Oscar could set to leave the Stamford Bridge to seal a transfer to Chinese Super League to join former Blues boss, Andre Villas-boas at Shanghai SIPG in a deal worth £52million. The Blues are reportedly preparing deals to replace the playmaker and Conte has now revealed he might have found a perfect replacement in the attacking midfield for the Blues. Asked if he’d discussed replacing Oscar with the Chelsea board, he said: ‘Yes, I always talk with the club, with the board. ‘I explain my thoughts with every situation. It’s normal with a club, you try to make the best decision. ‘There are situations that … [Read more...]

Jose Mourinho Revealed The Fate Of Players Future At Old Trafford

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho  just confirmed that the duo of Luke Shaw and Henrikh Mkhitaryan will both remain unavailable for Manchester United’s English Premier League clash against West Brom this Saturday. We think the red devils are going to have a good time at The Hawthorns on Saturday evening, considering their victories over Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace. Luke Shaw has continuously struggled with injuries, while Mkhitaryan on the other hand has only recently been left on the sidelines after he was forced off the pitch against Tottenham following a challenge from Spurs' Danny Rose. Speaking in his press conference prior to the game, the Portuguese tactician ruled the duo out. Presently, the pair of Shaw and Mkhitarayn are both vital … [Read more...]

West Ham Ready To Swoop For Estranged Blues Star

  Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi could be set for a switch to West Ham during the January transfer window. The 23-year-old striker has had a torrid start to life at the Stamford Bridge and has barely started a game for the Blues since his arrival from Marseille during the summer. However, West Ham who were actually beaten to the Belgian's signature has now rekindled their interest following his lack of chances with the Blues. Although, Batshuayi has reportedly held talks with the hierarchy at Stamford Bridge about his future with the club. The 23-year-old may continue to find life difficult at Chelsea due to Diego Costa's electric form. Reports in the Sun have it that Hammers boss Slaven Bilic is desperate looking to bring in more firepower in … [Read more...]

Arsenal Team News, Injury Update, Starting XI vs. Man City

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed that injured players like Skhrodan Mustafi and Aaron Ramsey will still miss the huge clash with title rivals Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday evening in what is a week 17 fixture in the English Premier League (EPL) this season. The 67-year old also stated that the players available to him are the ones he employed during the last league game against Everton at Goodison Park on Tuesday and that there are no additions as none of his injured players have recovered in time for the game against Pep Guardiola's team. Speaking at his pre-match press conference ahead of the game, Wenger said: "Ahead of Manchester City we should have the same squad who went to Everton." "Nobody (is) back, Ramsey is not back in … [Read more...]

Breaking! Liverpool Set To Rescue Starman

English Premier League (EPL) side Liverpool have been placed on alert after the agent of transfer target and Brazilian star Gabriel Barbosa revealed that his client could leave his Italian side Inter Milan in the January transfer window, which is expected to open on the 1st of January, 2017, as per the report from Football Italia. According to his agent, Wagner Ribeiro, Gabigol as he is popularly called has been left humilitated by the lack of playing time at the San Siro and would be looking to move after playing just 16 minutes of Italian Serie A action. Gabriel Barbosa regarded as one of the biggest prospects in Brazilian football sealed transfer to Inter Milan during the summer in a deal worth €30m however he has found limited playing opportunities at his … [Read more...]

Transfer News: Mourinho Finally Revealed His Plans For January Activities

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho dropped a major hint that he is not "chasing" Southampton FC captain Jose Fonte in the January transfer window. As January approaches, speculations and rumours keep revolving round the Old Trafford. While Saints skipper Jose Fonte was continually linked with a move to United, the trio of Morgan Schneiderlin, Memphis Depay and Bastian Schweinsteiger were among those linked with a move away from Old Trafford. Nevertheless, the Portuguese coach seem not to be interested in participating heavily in next month's transfer activities. "No, I am quiet and calm and see what happens," he said when asked about incomings. "As I was saying, I would like to keep my squad the same. "But as a manager I never feel I have the right … [Read more...]

Breaking: Unhappy Arsenal Target To Confirm Surprise January Move?

This could finally be the time English Premier League (EPL) side Arsenal get their hands on long term target Julian Draxler with reports claiming that his present club VFL Wolfsburg from the German Bundesliga is ready to let him leave the side for as little as £25m in the January transfer window, which is expected in the next few weeks. Draxler, who made the move to VFL Wolfsburg from fellow German side Schalke 04, has endured a frustrating season so far after he angered fans when he openly spoke about leaving the club in the summer prompting fans to boo him. A move would undoubtedly be the best and most obvious solution for the three parties involved (Julian Draxler, VFL Wolfsburg and the fans). The 23-year old attacking midfielder has been linked with the … [Read more...]

Liverpool Potential Target Hold Talks With Rival

Ivorian and Atalanta midfielder Frank Kessie, who is a strong Liverpool target, has held talks with English Premier League (EPL) leaders Chelsea through his agent according to reports emanating from the Italian media. According to Correire dello Sport, his representative Georges Atangana met with Chelsea officials in London to talk about the potential transfer of the player to Stamford Bridge ahead of the January transfer window, which is scheduled to open on the 1st of January, 2017 despite the interest from league title rivals Liverpool. Jurgen Klopp's side have been strongly linked with Frank Kessie for the past weeks with a fee of around £22.5m mooted as the transfer fee that would be required for him to leave his Italian Serie A side Atalanta when the … [Read more...]

4-2-3-1 Formation, Mourinho Gets Double Injury Boost.

Ahead of the game against West Bromwich Albion on Saturday, United manager Jose Mourinho has been speaking to the media at his pre-match press conference this afternoon. The Portuguese tactician confirmed a huge injury boost with the news that Chris Smalling is set to return to the squad after finally recovering from a troublesome broken toe which has held him off in recent weeks. Since United’s 4-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge back in October, Smalling has been on the sidelines. However, the defender is now back and is expected to feature in the West Brom game. His return comes at the prefect time since Eric Bailly won't be with the squad on the trip to West Brom. Bailly was forced off shortly after half-time against Crystal Palace in midweek, and … [Read more...]

Klopp Determine To Get 23-Year-Old Brilliant Forward, Deal Could Be Finalized In January

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is reportedly interested in signing Ghanaian star Frank Acheampong, who plays for Belgian side Anderlecht, to bolster his squad with the January transfer window around two weeks away from opening on the 1st of January, 2017. Klopp has openly discussed the prospects of strengthening his attacking options at Anfield and is now targeting the 23-year old, who can play as a left sided defender or a left winger, according to popular news outlet The Sun. The report further added that the Ghanaian utility player is valued at a cheap fee of £6m considering the way the transfer market is at the moment. Liverpool are without a shadow of doubt at the front of the queue though other sides like English championship club Newcastle United and … [Read more...]

Arsenal Ready To Spend Big On 22-Year-Old 5f Tall Midefielder In Surprise Deal

North London club Arsenal will compete with city rivals and English Premier League (EPL) leaders Chelsea for the race to win the signature of Italian Serie A star Diego Laxalt ahead of the January transfer window, which is expected to pen in two weeks' time according to reports coming out of Italy. 23-year old Laxalt, who has just one cap for the Uruguay national team, plays for Genoa and has impressed this season in the colours of his side prompting interest from European heavyweights such as Arsenal and Chelsea. The attacking midfielder has so far scored 1 goal in addition to 2 assists so far this season. Chelsea reportedly want the left-footer to replace Brazilian midfielder Oscar, who has been lined with the Chinese Super League while Arsenal would like to … [Read more...]

Manchester United Return For Starman As Striker Aims Premier League Comeback

New report emanated recently that sensational striker who had once made a mark in Man Utd, Tottenham and Fulhum-Dimitar Berbatov, desires to play in the Premier League again. The former Tottenham Hotspur striker wants a Premier League comeback, and he is hoping a return to Manchester United can help him achieve his aim. The Bulgaria international played for the red devils between 2008 and 2012, but is presently a free agent after leaving Greek club PAOK in the summer. However, he is reportedly interested to return to the English top flight - where he also played for Tottenham and Fulham - and is not ready to quit football despite the fact he will turn 36 in January. Berbatov, according to a Bulgarian news outlet Sportal, will visit Carrington next week to … [Read more...]

Mikel Reveals How Winger’s Departure Helped Victor Moses At Chelsea

Juan Cuadrado's departure from Chelsea helped Victor Moses' form at Stamford Bridge, according to Mikel Obi. Moses has enjoyed an unprecedented success with Chelsea this season and has become a vital part of Conte's 3-4-3 formation but Super Eagles skipper and club teammate believes the departure of Juan Cuadrado to Juventus made it easier for the winger to break into the first team. He told Standard Sport: "This is the happiest I have seen Victor at the club. You can really the notice the change in him at the training ground. Chelsea has gone 10-game winning spree in the Premier League using the 3-4-3 formation which Moses has being deployed to the right wing-back and has paid off remarkably for the Blues. Mikel further revealed: "It was a key moment … [Read more...]