English Premier League (EPL) heavyweights Arsenal and Liverpool have been linked with a move for highly rated French striker Moussa Dembele, who has been in sensational form for his Scottish Premier League (SPL) side and champions Celtic. Dembele, who is a French U-21 star sealed his transfer to Scotland from English championship side Fulham and has weighed in with impressive performances to attract some of the best clubs in England. According to Daily Star, Arsenal and Liverpool have been monitoring the 20-year old Frenchman with reported interest also from current European champions Real Madrid and Pep Guardiola's Manchester City, who experienced first hand how good Dembele is during the UEFA Champions League (UCL) group stage campaign in Group D. Manchester … [Read more...]
Arsenal Defender Out For Three Weeks
Arsenal defender Skhrodan Mustafi has been ruled out of action for three weeks after he sustained a hamstring injury in his side's 3-1 win over Mark Hughes' Stoke City at the Emirates Stadium. Mustafi, who won the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil with the German national team, was replaced by Spanish right back Hector Bellerin, who was making his first team return from injury, in the first half of the previously mentioned league match. Confirming the injury during his post-match press conference following the Stoke City game, Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger said: "It's a bad one. The minimum is 21 days." The 24-year old centre back, signed for a princely sum of £32m from Spanish La Liga outfit Valencia, will now miss the next three games for Arsenal. He will miss … [Read more...]
Liverpool Should Have Signed This Goalkeeper In The Summer – Club Legend
Liverpool legend Graeme Souness has disclosed that the Anfield giants should have signed England goalkeeper Joe Hart during the transfer window in the summer. Souness was speaking on the goalkeeping situation at his former club, which has come under the spotlight after German first choice keeper Loris Karius' underwhelming performance during last week's 4-3 loss to Bournemouth as he conceded three goals in the last 15 minutes, via his column in The Times. In his words, he said: "With Liverpool’s attacking style, the goalkeeper is not asked to do very much but Loris Karius has not exactly covered himself in glory." "Are they any better off with this guy, than they have been with Simon Mignolet in recent years? I’d suggest not. Joe Hart is better than either. … [Read more...]
Box-To-Box Midfielder Sends Cryptic Message To Antonio Conte
Chelsea star Willian has talked up his chances of getting back into the starting eleven under Antonio Conte. The Brazilian ace was a key figure for the Blues prior to the arrival of the Italian boss and even impressed while they struggled in the league last season. But has not cut it under Conte who has preferred to deploy Pedro and Moses on the wings. Willian hailed the Blues boss for his support and reckons he needs to find his form as he fights back into a starting berth at the Stamford Bridge. The 28-year-old told the club's website: “I am happy to hear the manager say I am important and to have the support of him and the staff. Of course we all want to play but we can’t because there’s only 11 players who can be on the pitch. “Now I just have to … [Read more...]
Transfer News: La Liga Best Defender Linked With United Move
It is all over the news that Manchester United are trying to get Southampton's defender Jose Fonte to Old Trafford, but new reports emanated on Sunday that Atletico Madrid defender Diego Godin is also being seriously considered by Jose Mourinho. The red devils have been regularly linked with Fonte since Mourinho took his job at United, and chances that Fonte would become a United player next year are high, considering the fact that he was unable to agree a new long-term deal with Southampton FC. United manager is trying hard to bring in an experienced defender to nurture the likes of Eric Bailly and Phil Jones, and Atletico's center-half Diego Godin got his name mentioned again. Godin who was named the best La Liga defender for 2015-16 has made over 250 … [Read more...]
Chelsea Overtakes Manchester United’s Incredible Premier League Record
Chelsea has made history as the first side to go on nine-game winning run on five separate occasions. The Blues have been in a brilliant form this season since their 3-0 loss to Arsenal which prompted Antonio Conte to switch to 3-4-3 formation at the start of October. The 1-0 win over West Bromvich Albion courtesy a second-half strike by Diego Costa helped Chelsea to seal a narrow victory to claim a ninth consecutive triumph in the Premier League this season. Prior to this feat, Manchester United were level with the Stamford Bridge side for going on a nine-winning streak in the league on four different occasions. Next Up for Chelsea is Sunderland next Wednesday with hopes of extending their winning streak to ten. Though Arsenal still hold the … [Read more...]
Mustafi Out, Arsenal Probable Lineup vs. Everton
English Premier League (EPL) title contenders Arsenal have another opportunity to put an early pressure on league leaders Chelsea when they face struggling Everton at the Goodison Park on Tuesday night in what would be their 16th league game of the season. The starting line-up for the Gunners will surely change as they attempt to regain top spot with a win against Everton with German world cup winner and former Sampdoria and Valencia star Skhrodan Mustafi out with hanstring injury meaning he will miss the return to his former hunting ground. Mustafi, a £32m signing from Spanish side Valencia during the summer, got the injury midway into the first half of Saturday's 3-1 win over Stoke City with Spanish right back Hector Bellerin replacing him. He is likely to … [Read more...]
Injury News: Man United Sweating Over Midfielder’s Injured Ankle
Manchester United are concerned over the fitness of match hero Henrikh Mkhitaryan after the midfielder was forced out of Sunday's clash against Tottenham with an ankle injury. However, Jose Mourinho is hopeful the injury is not as serious as first feared. Henrikh Mkhitaryan scored his first Premier League goal for Manchester United in the opening 45 minutes, giving his club the full 3 points at Old Trafford. Unfortunately, the Armenian midfielder left the field on a stretcher in the closing minutes after a strong challenge from Tottenham's Danny Rose. As things stand now, it is quite obvious the 27-year-old midfielder will definitely miss next Wednesday match against Crystal Palace. Additional information added that he is not expected to feature in the … [Read more...]
Man United Transfer Target Finally Open Up On Move Possibilities
Last summer, Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho met with Galatasaray winger ahead of the pre-season friendly between the red devils and the Turkish side. Manchester United played Galatasaray in pre-season, and Mourinho reportedly had a private word with Bruma ahead of kick off. Presently, new reports have revealed the conversation that transpired between United boss Jose Mourinho and Galatasaray winger Bruma last summer. This season, the young talent who had previously made known his desire to play in the English Premier League, has scored five goals in his 13 appearances for his club Galatasaray, and the Portuguese winger has been linked to a move to Manchester United. Bruma, speaking with Turkish website Fanatik, said: "I feel that an important manager is … [Read more...]
Liverpool Star Credits Grandmother For Career Success
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum, who is a £25m summer signing from North east club Newcastle United, has lauded his maternal grandmother for his success in the world of football adding that she raised him and always took her to training in Rotterdam at an early age. Speaking about the impact of his grandma Francina Mayland on his footballing career, the Dutch international said: "When I was five, my mother wanted to leave for another city, Amsterdam. I asked if I could stay with my grandma so I stayed with her from five to 18. She took care of me." "We were not rich. We didn't have a car so we travelled by subway. But there were times when we had to be at training at 7am and it was too early for the subway so she would walk with me. Although she was … [Read more...]
Reason Arsenal Must Offer Star Duo Contract Extension – Legend
Former Arsenal player and football pundit Paul Merson has urged the North London side to give star duo Alexi Sanchez and Mesut Ozil new contracts at the club. Chilean forward Sanchez and German playmaker Ozil are presently locked in a contract extension talks with their respective contracts scheduled to expire in 18 months time in the summer of 2018. Speaking about their contract impasse with Arsenal on talksport, Merson, who scored 99 goals in 425 games for Arsenal said: "They need to get these two players signed up in my opinion – for me, they have to sign these two." "They are their best players by a mile and if they don’t sign them up, I don’t know where Arsenal go from there. "You wouldn’t buy a season ticket,” said Merson. “What’s the point if you … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte Calls Out Star Defender Over His Role With Three Lions
Conte has instructed John Terry to focus more on playing rather than coaching for now. Following earlier revelations from the English veteran that he is pondering on switching to football management. The Italian boss has said he should do more on the pitch than planning his retirement already. The 47-year-old said: “John has great experience. “But now it’s important to be focused to play because, for now, he’s a footballer. “In the future he can take this decision to become a manager. I think he can, for sure.” Earlier this week, it was reported that the English FA will offer their former skipper an early route into management by giving him a position in England development teams alongside Frank Lampard, Steven Gerrard, Ashley Cole and Paul … [Read more...]
Man United Fans Criticised For Fellaini Boo
Former United player Gary Neville is not happy with the section of the Manchester United fans who booed Marouane Fellaini as he was warming up at Old Trafford during the 1-0 Sunday's victory over Tottenham. Fellaini dipped himself inside a wide pool of criticism last weekend after he caused a late penalty as United draw 1-1 with Everton at Goodison Park. While United are leading 1-0 against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford, coach Jose Mourinho sent Fellaini to warm up. His appearance on the sidelines however sparked a series of jeers from some of the Manchester United fans. The Sky Sports commentator was not impressed to see that reaction from some of the home fans at Old Trafford and while speaking during Sky Sports‘ live coverage of the game, he … [Read more...]
Former Tottenham Player Tips Club To Make Title Assault
Former Tottenham Hotspur striker Roman Pavyluchenko is of the opinion that his former side have a good chance of winning the English Premier League (EPL) title this season to further complement the fact that they missed the title to champions Leicester City last season. Tottenham are presently seven points adrift of leaders (27 points from the opening 14 games) and North London rivals Arsenal (34 points from the opening 15 games) with the possibility of going ten points adrift if Chelsea (34 points from 14 games) beat West Brom in th early kickoff on Sunday afternoon. Speaking on his forme team's chances of winning first EPL title with the club official website, the Russian international said: "I think the play of Tottenham can allow them to fight for the gold … [Read more...]
Prem Star: Why This Chelsea Player Is The Best In England
Leicester City star Robert Huth has confessed Chelsea now have the best player in the Premier League with N'Golo Kante. The Frenchman was part of Leicester city side that won the League against all odds which later earned him a transfer to the Stamford Bridge last summer transfer window. The effect of Kante's absence is clearly being felt in the Foxes side as they have struggled to win in the league while Chelsea have constantly remained on the top of the table. Prior to their 4-2 win over Manchester City at the King Power, Huth said: ‘I think N’Golo Kante is the best player in the Premier League.’ The foxes outran Pep Guardiola's men on Saturday evening to put some hopes of them staying above the relegation zone on the League table as a hattrick from … [Read more...]
Tottenham Defender Braces Up For ‘Hostile’ Reception At United
Tottenham Hotspur defender Eric Dier has disclosed that he is ready for a potential hostile reception at Old Trafford ahead of the league clash with hosts Manchester United. The England international had accused United's Spanish midfielder Ander Herrera of elbowing him during last month's 2-2 draw between England and Spain at the Wembley Stadium with the former Sporting Lisbon star telling Herrera afterwards that: "I'll see you soon." This attracted a lot of attention and abuse from United towards Dier most especially on social media. Speaking ahead of the huge clash on Sunday evening, Dier said: "What I said was taken a bit out of context. I was just joking." "It's a shame there wasn't a camera there because a video could have seen how I said it. Some times … [Read more...]
Clubs Are Interested In Signing Liverpool Star, Fans Eager To Have Him
West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic has said that several clubs are interested in Liverpool and England star Daniel Sturridge, who has found first team opportunities hard to come by under Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp and is reportedly looking to move away from Anfield. Struggling London side West Ham United has been linked with former Manchester City and Chelsea striker. Speaking with TV outlet, Sky Sports, when asked about the link to Sturridge, Slaven Bilic said: "He's one of the biggest talents, he's a great player." "The talent is there, the touch, the finishing, everything is great. The only thing that has stopped him being a regular for club and country are the injuries. He's just a player that has been linked with us, basically, and we've been linked … [Read more...]
£20m Rated Defender To Complete Chelsea Move In January – Club Manager Wants Him Urgently
Chelsea on loan defender Abdul Baba Rahman could make a shock return to Premier League in January, with various report linking him to Everton. According to report from the Sun, Everton new boss Ronald Koeman is making plans to lure the Ghanaian international left back to Goodison Park in the winter transfer window. Koeman sees Baba as a potential replacement for 31-year old Leighton Baines who has been the first choice left back for years now. The 22-year old Ghanaian moved to Stamford Bridge for a fee thought to be around £20million in the summer of 2015. He was brought in to replace departed Brazilian star Felipe Luis. However, Baba failed to establish himself in the left back and was only able to make just Eleven Premier League starts. The arrival of … [Read more...]
Done Deal: Former Chelsea Player Zach Medley Signs For Arsenal
With over 30 young stars out on loan from Stamford Bridge this season for first team football and experience, Chelsea needed to send out some players on a permanent move to find clubs who will help them fulfill their dreams. According to the latest report, Arsenal has secured the services of former Chelsea player Zach Medley. This was made known by Arsenal official website which claimed that the Gunners have signed the highly rated defender on a scholarship deal. The 16-years old star left Stamford Bridge in October after failing to impress the Blues coaching team. He was handed a trial at the Emirate Stadium, where he impressed enough to be handed scholarship deal. Medley had been with the Blues youth team since the age of eight, but will now continue his … [Read more...]
Conte Admits Blues Star Is Giving Him Selection Headache
Conte has confessed Cesc Fabregas could force his way back into his plans at the Stamford Bridge. The Spaniard was part of the Blues squad that defeated Manchester city last Saturday and appears to have won over Conte's heart after the manager admitted he has been given a big selection headache ahead of their match against West Bromvich Albion this weekend. When asked the performance of the former Arsenal skipper, he said: ‘I have to have this kind of decision for every game, ‘I think he was good. he took his opportunity and I have a choice of four midfielders: Matic, (N’Golo) Kante, (Nathaniel) Chalobah or Fabregas.’ Fabregas replaced injured Nemanja Matic in their last match and looks certain to retain his place due to his fine performance especially … [Read more...]
Van Persie Wants To Make Tottenham 22-Year-Old Striker A Premier League Star
Former Manchester United star and Dutchman Robin Van Persie has offered to help Tottenham striker refine his game so that he could become a success with his North London side. 22-year old Dutch striker Janssen sealed an £18m move to White Hart Lane from former Dutch Eredivisie champions AZ Alkmaar however he has struggled to make his mark. He has weighed in with just three goals, all from the penalty spot, in 993 minutes of football across 20 matches in all competitions. Speaking with Dutch publication AD as quoted by Football Oranje, Van Persie, who joined his current Turkish side, Fenerbahce, during the summer of 2015 said: "If I see Vincent Janssen play, I think, a really good striker." "He’s done really good in Orange. But I also see things in his game … [Read more...]
Breeaking! Chelsea 23-Year-Old Defensive Target Speaks Up
Chelsea quest for a new centre back has been on the news for a while now, with the likes of Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly, Roma’s Antonio Rudiger and other top notch defenders being linked to Stamford Bridge. One of the centre back being monitored by Italian tactician Antonio Conte in recent weeks Michael Keane of Burnley says he feels flattered to be linked with big teams across Premier League such as Chelsea. “When you see people say nice things about you, links with other clubs even, it is flattering but it only happens if you’re doing well on the pitch. “It gives you that confidence but you can’t get carried away. I’ve just got to keep working hard, keep doing the same things and hopefully it carries on." Keane attributes his impressive development to the … [Read more...]
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