The Liverpool defender is under contract until 2018, but having fallen out of favour under Jurgen Klopp his days look numbered. Newly-promoted Middlesbrough are keen to bring him to the Riverside. Report claims Aitor Karanka wants to add the Slovakian’s Premier League experience to his squad as his side prepare for life in the top flight. Skrtel is also attracting interest from abroad with Turkish outfit Besiktas showing interest. The 31-year-old’s agent Karol Csonto has denied that a deal has been agreed with Besiktas, but is almost certain Skrtel will leave Anfield. He said: "It’s complete nonsense, he has not signed any contract (with Besiktas). I’ve even talked with Martin about another club. "Besiktas is one of those interested in Martin, but … [Read more...]
Liverpool plans a drink on Drinkwater as Reds keep Gundogan on standby
Liverpool keen on Leicester Midfielder Danny Drinkwater The 26-year-old has been a key figure for the Foxes in their historic Premier League title-winning season, contributing with three goals and creating eight assists. His impressive form has reportedly attracted the interest of Reds boss Jurgen Klopp, who is believed to be keen on bringing him to Anfield. However, Leicester are keen to keep hold of the midfielder as Claudio Ranieri's side are in advanced talks with Drinkwater's representatives over signing a new and improved deal. It is understood the Foxes are prepared to offer him a two-year contract extension, which will see him earn £80,000-a-week. Meanwhile, Liverpool look set to miss out on Borussia Dortmund midfielder Ilkay Gundogan. Manchester … [Read more...]
Gonzalo Higuain puts Liverpool on Red alert
The Napoli striker enjoyed a sensational season for the Italian giants as he broke a 66-year record for the most goals in a Serie A season. The 28-year-old was in breathtaking form for the Serie A outfit last season, scoring a record 36 goals in 35 appearances to help Maurizio Sarri’s side to a second-place finish. Higuaín has been linked with Arsenal and Manchester United in recent seasons but a switch to England has failed to materialise. Reports claims the 28-year-old is ready to quit Napoli, despite his contract running until 2018, and Anfield is his preferred choice with Klopp being the main attraction. But Liverpool's failure to secure European football next season has not put him off a move. Napoli are reluctant to sell their star man, but should he … [Read more...]
Miralem Pjanic to Chelsea after £31m buyout clause is revealed
Roma midfielder Pjanic is wanted by Antonio Conte, the man expected to takeover from interim manager Guus Hiddink at Chelsea in the summer. Chelsea have opened talks with the representatives of Roma midfielder Miralem Pjanic over the possibility of springing a move that would trigger a £31m release clause in his contract, according to reports in Italy. Chelsea director and lead negotiator, Marina Granovskaia, has already made contact with Pjanic’s advisers ahead of a possible summer move for the 25-year-old Bosnia-Herzegovina playmaker. It’s added that the Blues have begun the initial stages of trying to lure Pjanic to Stamford Bridge after his name was handed to officials at the club by incoming manager Antonio Conte, with the current Italy head coach … [Read more...]
Chelsea wants Brazilian ace
The Blues have conceded 34 goals in 22 games this season and have tried skipper John Terry, Zouma along side Cahill. The have recently been linked with John Stone and PGS's defender Marquinhos and now club captain Silver is the latest on the radar. At age 31, Silver will not be a long time investment as it is Chelsea's policy to give a year contract to players above 30-year-old, but his experience will be vital and Chelsea can afford to pay a £170,000-a-week-wage. … [Read more...]
Liverpool target wants January move
Liverpool bid for Alex Texeira as increase as the starlet tells his club he wants to leave this month. Chelsea and Bayern Munich are also interested in the Brazilian who his recovering from hamstring injury. The Brazilian International told Globo I would like to leave this January and have told Shakhtar Donetsk, he said. Texeira who is currently at the training camp with Shakhtar in Florida said, They[Shakhtar Donetsk] have received a good offer and they are working on a possible solution, but if i don't go now then i would leave in the summer. It is my desire to to move to a big club, and i know that the Premier League is very strong. I am ready and i know that i will grow up a lot. He added, I am aware that two big clubs are interested in me, i … [Read more...]
Manchester United: Keeper on trial
Goalkeeper Bartosz Mrozek is on trial at Manchester United. The Lech Poznan keeper have traveled down to Manchester United to spend a few days at their training base. According to newspaper in Poland, United approached Poznan to take the player in December after watching the player since November 2014. Mrozek will be accessed by United coach before returning to his homeland on Sunday. If successful, he will become the second youngest player to join the Premier League after Kamil Grabrara's arrival at liverpool. … [Read more...]