Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has disclosed exclusively how he would be approaching the January transfer window with the market set to open in two and a half weeks despite the fact there is uncertainty at the North London club due to the fact that head of recruitment Paul Mitchell has already served a 16-month notice period for the club to find a successor for him when he eventually leaves his post. Speaking on the transfer window, Pochettino said: "It's not about money, it's how you invest the money." "The market is crazy. You can see how the value of players has increased. You need to be clever. You need to be imaginative and creative and try to fight for good players at a very good price. "When you're building a stadium you are not only focused to … [Read more...]
Jose Mourinho Said He Is Open To Offers For United Stars
Jose Mourinho has revealed that he is always open to offers on players. Speculations keep flying around that the duo of Morgan Schneiderlin and Memphis Depay are moving out of Old Trafford, and that Everton are particularly interested in both players since the team needs to add more power to both their midfield and attack lines. “I am always open to listen to offers for every player,” Mourinho admitted. “More than listen to offers, I am always ready to listen to the players themselves. So any player who knocks on my door and is not happy and wants to move, when the offers are correct, I will never stop a player from leaving even if it is to a rival. "When [Juan] Mata left Chelsea to come to Manchester United [in 2014], in my mentality, [it’s] no problem … [Read more...]
Tottenham In Sensational Swoop For England Star Ross barkley
North London side Tottenham Hotspurs have been sensationally linked with Everton star Ross barkley with a view to making the deal possible during the January transfer window expected to open in few weeks' time. England international Ross Barkley has attracted some criticisms from his manager at Everton, Ronald Koeman, and according to popular English news outlet London Evening Standard, Tottenham could take advantage of the situation to get the man they want when the transfer window opens next month despite the fact that club's are always reluctant to sell their players, most especially the key ones, to other clubs in what is the mid-season transfer window. As per the report from the previously mentioned London Evening Standard a fee of £35m is regarded as the … [Read more...]
Intriguing! Manchester United Finally Struck A Deal!
The Manchester United official website just announced that the club have struck a new deal with digital music platform Deezer. Right now, Deezer becomes United's first ever official audio streaming partner. The agreement was celebrated in a video published on the MUFC website featuring current players and club legend Rio Ferdinand. The partnership will see about Deezer working to enhance the user experience on Manchester United’s digital channels, giving fans access over 43m tracks and 40k other pieces of audio content, such as podcasts. Furthermore, Deezer will feature player playlists and offer matchday playlists for fans at Old Trafford. Richard Arnold, United’s group managing director, said: “This is an exciting partnership for us and … [Read more...]
Chelsea Ace Set For Incredible £52million Move
Chelsea midfielder Oscar is reportedly set to join Shanghai SIPG in incredible £52million deal in January, according to widespread reports. The Brazilian playmaker appears to be on his way to China to join former Blues boss André Villas-Boas at Shanghai SIPG due to lack of chances under Antonio Conte. The 25-year-old midfielder has only managed five appearances in the Premier League since the Italian boss arrived in the summer. The Blues had earlier snubbed a bid from Chinese club, Guangzhou Evergrande during the last summer transfer window with hopes that Oscar will fight for his place in the squad with likes of Eden Hazard and Willian to contest an attacking midfield position with. However, reports in the Daily Mail suggests that Conte has lost his … [Read more...]
Key Players Out, Liverpool Starting XI vs. Middlesbrough
Anfield giants Liverpool will be hoping to get their league title challenge back on track when they travel to The Riverside to play newly promoted English Premier League (EPL) side in what is a week 16 fixture. The spotlight has been on Jurgen Klopp's side following the not too impressive performances of their German goalkeeper Loris Karius in the last two games namely the 4-3 away loss to Bournemouth at Dean Court and the 2-2 home draw with London club West Ham United. Due to these two games, Liverpool have fallen further behind league leaders by 6 points. Former Borussia Dortmund and Mainz 05 boss Jurgen Klopp would be hoping his side could take the three points at stake to stay in contention for the league title. Ahead of the clash with Aitor Karanka's … [Read more...]
Mourinho Interested In £54M Ruthless Striker For Ibrahimovic Replacement
New reports emerged that Manchester United are lurking around to offer ruthless striker Edinson Cavani the chance of a move to ply his trade in England if he failed to agree a new deal with his present team Paris St Germain. Cavani had been offered by PSG a new three-year deal to replace his current contract that runs out in 2018. However, the star striker is reportedly stalling on putting pen to paper. For the last 18 months, the 29 year old Uruguay international has been a target for Manchester United and Chelsea, and Jose Mourinho would like to see him play for the red devils as he could be a possible long-term replacement for Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The £54.3 million signing has scored 14 goals in 14 games for PSG this season and is on course to better his … [Read more...]
Good News: Manchester United Can Now Sign Wanted Defender For £15M
According to reports, English Premier League top team Manchester United are being made to realise that they will have to bring out a superb £15 million ($19 million) out of their pocket if they really want to get the services of Southampton FC defender Jose Fonte in the January window transfer. Controversial Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, looked earnestly to sign his countryman Jose Fonte from his current club Southampton FC in the summer. Speculations keeps flying round the media that the Portuguese tactician is working hard and is deeply keen to add experience to his defense department. 32-year-old Fonte who was part of Portugal’s victorious Euro 2016 campaign, has 18 months left on his contract at St Mary’s. The former Chelsea boss signed … [Read more...]
Blues Attacker Ruled Out Of Sunderland Trip
Chelsea Star Eden Hazard has been ruled out for their game against Sunderland on Wednesday night. The Blues are looking to extend their lead at the top of the table following Arsenal's loss to Everton on Tuesday night but will be without the Belgian attacker at the Stadium of Light. Hazard picked up a knock in training and will be likely replaced by Willain in the attack for the Blues. Willian will be glad to return to the starting line-up after his sitting out in the recent games for the Blues and will hope to prove his worth to Antonio Conte. Chelsea have gone nine-games winning run in the Premier League with seven clean sheets and will hope to increase their lead to ten against David Moyes side who has shown a bit of consistency in their recent games, … [Read more...]
3-4-3 Formation, Key Player Out – Chelsea Probable Line-up vs Sunderland
Chelsea face Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on Wednesday night and a win will give them six points clear from rivals at the top of the Premier League. Here is a predicted line-up for the Blues. (3-4-3 formation) Courtois- Azpilicueta, Luiz, Cahill- Matic, Kante, Alonso, Moses- Willian, Pedro, Costa. Thibaut Courtois is expected to start in goal after keeping seven clean sheets so far in the league and could extend his record against a below par Sunderland side. At center-back, the trio of Cesar Azpilicueta, David Luiz and Gary Cahill should retain their place in defence. Though, Cahill has been considered as the weak link in the set-up but his recent performances will continue to earn him a place in the starting eleven. In midfield, Kante and Matic … [Read more...]
Conte Reveals Why Diego Costa Drinks Beer Ahead Of Sunderland Trip
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has revealed Diego Costa is permitted to take beer after games to aid rehydration. Costa was spotted with a beer following Chelsea hard-fought win over West brom last Sunday which provoked speculations about the act as it is widely believed that footballers are not supposed to be consuming alcohol during and after games but it appears Antonio Conte believes otherwise after stating he had no issues with players taking 'one beer' after games to help rehydration. The Blues boss said: ‘[It is good] for rehydration, you can drink Coca-Cola or one beer,” he said. ‘It’s good for recovery. But one. Not a lot. It’s good. After you finish the game, quickly, not an hour after the end. ‘I have great professionals in my players. In … [Read more...]
Chelsea In Shock Move For Unhappy Tottenham Star
Chelsea are reportedly monitoring transfer situation of Tottenham midfielder Eric Dier who is unhappy with his chances at White Hart Lane. Reports in the Times claim that the English midfielder is concerned about his reduced playing chances with Tottenham hotspurs and worried it could affect his status in the England national team. Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino has opted to use the duo of Victor Wanyama and Moussa Dembele in the midfield while he chose to deploy Eric Dier to the central defence to replace injured Toby Alderweireld. Though, the 22-year-old featured for the Three Lions in their 2-2 draw with Spain but he fears he could be dropped if he continues to play in a less preferred position as the current midfield pair has been solid and … [Read more...]
Massive Boost-Liverpool To Battle For 25-Year-Old Superstar, Scouts Confirmed Player Good For Liverpool
English Premier League (EPL) side Liverpool are reportedly in a battle with fellow London side West Ham United as regards Sassuolo striker Gregorie Defrel ahead of the January transfer window, which is expected to pen in a few weeks time. According to popular news outlet The Sun, Liverpool are looking at ways to strengthen their attacking options with the 18-time English champions presently in the midst of a league title challenge with the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. 25-year old Defrel, who has been the subject of scouting from Liverpool officials in the last few weeks. Liverpool have struggled in recent times with just 1 point in the last two games (3-4 away loss against South Coast club Bournemouth … [Read more...]
Arsenal Starlet Handed Trial With Possible Transfer In Mind
Young Arsenal player Tyrell Robinson has been given a unique chance of undergoing trials at fellow London club Queens Park Rangers (QPR)an who presently play in the 24-team English championship also known as the second tier of football in England. As per the report from news outlet West London Sport, the 19-year old has played for his North London side's youth team on both flanks as well as the left-back role. With little time to waste Robinson has already featured for the QPR U23s against Watford on Monday afternoon. Starting on the left side of midfielder, he was very impressive culimnating in a goal from him. This opportunity represents a second chance for him following the fact that he had an unsuccessful trial at West Midlands club West Bromwich Albion … [Read more...]
Mourinho Surprised Defender With Bad News
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho presently has three candidates for centre of his defence, but Daley Blind is missing from the list. Daley Blind's first-team status has already taken a nosedive and the Portuguese tactician has cast more doubts over Blind's future as a Manchester United centre-half. The versatile Dutchman has filled in at left-back this season and also partnering with Eric Bailly, Marcos Rojo and Chris Smalling at the heart of the United's defence at several times. Blind featured in Manchester United XI for 12 of the opening 16 games, but unfortunately for the 26-year-old, he has only started just two Europa League matches - against Feyenoord and Zorya Luhansk, since the start of November. He was also an unused sub against Tottenham … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte Refuses To Rule Out January Move For Spanish Ace
Antonio Conte has refused to debunk reports that Cesc Fabregas could be off to Roma in the transfer window. Fabregas has made only one appearance for Chelsea in the couple of months by Conte stayed on the bench during their 1-0 win over West Bromvich Albion last Sunday. The Spaniard has been left out of the Blues 3-4-3 formation which has sparked speculations that he will be moving to the Serie A next January. The Italian boss was asked about the possibility of Fabregas moving to Italy while speaking at his press conference ahead of the trip to Sunderland but he refused to rule out a move for the former Barcelona midfielder. ‘In football, my experience is it’s very difficult to guarantee’ said Conte. ‘Cesc is an important player, he played a key game … [Read more...]
Done Deal: Chelsea Ties Ace To New Deal
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta has signed a new three-and-a-half year deal with the club. The Spanish International who arrived at the Stamford Bridge in 2012, has been in an incredible form with the Blues which got him a new deal that runs until 2020. Azpilicueta told the club website: ‘I’m really happy to have signed a new contract. Since I arrived here my target was to progress as a player and win trophies. This new contract gives me the chance to continue my relationship with the club, that’s what I wanted and obviously I’m really happy here,’ The 27-year-old defender is key figure in Antonio Conte's 3-4-3 formation and is set to make his 200th appearance when they face Sunderland next Wednesday. ‘We’ve had some really good moments so far this … [Read more...]
Liverpool Transfer Target Contacted But Not For Sale
English Premier League (EPL) side Liverpool have been told that their transfer target and Borussia Dortmund starlet Christian Pulisic is not for sale ahead of the January transfer window, which opens next month, and that they should not waste their time. Zorc made the club's position on the 18-year old American international crystal clear while in a chat with German news outlet Bild on Tuesday. He said: "We have communicated very clearly that we won't sell Christian and that he's very much part of our plans." "Liverpool don't need to waste time. They can save their money." he further added. Pulisic has had a phenomenal year with a lot of impressive performances for both Borussia Dortmund and the American national football team, which is why it is easy to … [Read more...]
Chelsea Target Drops Major Hint About His Future, Fans Will Love This
Hoffenheim defender Niklas Sule has revealed he prefers a move to the Premier League despite links from Serie A. The German defender has been often linked with a move to quite a number of clubs with the likes of Chelsea, Manchester United, AC Milan and Inter reportedly monitoring the situation of the defender. However, the 21-year-old has now hinted he would rather play in the Premier League than the Serie A, claiming he will be a move backwards which automatically links him to a move to England. "Milan and Inter?" Sule told Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport. "I know my agent was contacted, but in my opinion a move to Italy wouldn’t make any sense. "Milan and Inter have lost the magic which distinguished them. In the past they had great … [Read more...]
Shocking- Star Striker Revealed To Be A Better Replacement For Ibrahimovic At United
Former Liverpool captain Jamie Redknapp has revealed he would rather have Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane than Manchester United‘s huge superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic. On Sunday afternoon when the two Premier League teams met at Old Trafford, both strikers faced the opponent's goalkeeper, but it was a Henrikh Mkhitaryan first-half strike which was enough to give United the edge. Spurs' Kane displayed a poor performance at the clash against United, with the 23-year-old failing to get into the match much. On the other hand, Sweden international Ibrahimovic was a constant thorn in Tottenham’s backline and whilst he himself has also enjoyed better games this season, the 35-year-old was involved in Manchester United’s attacking moves on a number of occasions … [Read more...]
Emre Can Doubtful, 4-1-2-3 Liverpool Starting XI vs. Middlesbrough
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed that Germany midfielder Emre Can is a doubt for the away clash with Middlesbrough at the Riverside on Wednesday evening after he picked up a knee injury in a training ground incident with Belgian striker Divock Origi. The former Mainz 05 and Borussia Dortmund manager stated this during his pre-match press conference on Monday morning ahead of the crucial game. He also spoke about their opponents. In his words, Klopp said: "In one moment they [Middlesbrough] are a possession side. "In another - against Arsenal and City - they are not. They are difficult. But they haven't collected 500 points, so we have to use our experience from the last few games, try to do better and win." he added. On the transfer window, he had the … [Read more...]
Man United Ready To Challenge La Liga Giant For €30M Rated Suarez’s Nightmare
In recent weeks, English Premier League giant Manchester United have been watching Las Palmas centre-back defender Mauricio Lemos. The 20-year-old was said to be a summer target for La Liga side FC Barcelona just weeks after Las Palmas exercised an option to buy him permanently for €2million from Russian side Rubin Kazan. Now according to the Sunday People, Manchester United reportedly watched Lemos in action in La Liga last month. They were also said to have watched him in his side’s Copa del Rey game with lower-league side Huesca. And even though Barcelona offered €4million with other add-ons which brought everything to a further total of €8million, Las Palmas remained adamant and stood firm over the fee. Eventually, even Mauricio Lemos himself feared he … [Read more...]
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