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Chelsea To Complete Star Signing Soon After Boss Admits He Can’t Be Stopped

After completing the signing of Argentine goalkeeper Willy Caballero following the expiration of his contract at Manchester City, Chelsea are yet to make another major signing this summer despite getting ready for pre-season training. However, the premier league champions have been linked with a handful of top players who are expected to join the club anytime soon, including Monaco's Tiemoue Bakayoko. And journalist Dharmesh Sheth confirms that the deal for the Frenchman will be sealed 'soon' The Stamford Bridge club have been strongly linked … [Read more...]

Arsene Wenger Phones Agent To Seal Move For Euro Youngster

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger called football agent to express interest in Russian youngster Aleksandr Golovin, according to reports. The 21-year-old has attracted interest from several clubs in Europe due to his impressive displays with CSKA Moscow, churning out promising displays since he broke into the first team in 2015 and has gone on to net six goals in 70 appearances despite playing from the central midfield. Golovin has also cemented a starting spot in the Russian national team and was part of the squad that played at the Euro 2016 and … [Read more...]

Barca Pave Way For Manchester United To Sign French Star

Barcelona have cooled their interest in Manchester United target and Borussia Dortmund attacker, Ousmane Dembele, according to reports. The French star has been a subject of interest from several clubs in Europe following his breathtaking performances for Dortmund in the Bundesliga last season, netting 10 goals and 18 assists. Barcelona were believed to be keen on beating other interested clubs to the signature of Dembele but have cooled their interest in the youngster after signing Gerard Deufoleu from Everton. Despite the speculation, … [Read more...]

Liverpool target up for sale, face stiff competition from Inter Milan

Brazilian club Gremio are set to lose their star forward Luan and are willing to sell him this summer transfer window, with Liverpool and Inter Milan interested in his signature, according to talkSPORT. The Brazilian club have declared that they would be open to selling one of their most prized assets this summer; however, they would want him back on loan until December 2017. The twenty-four-year-old is believed to be one of the hottest prospects in not just Brazil, but the whole of South America and he is ready for a move to a top side in … [Read more...]

Antonio Rudiger Undergoes Medical, Deal Expected To Be Finalized Before Thursday

Roma star player Antonio Rudiger seem to be destined to play at Stamford Bridge next season after emerging as a target for Chelsea this summer. He has been heavily linked with the Stamford Bridge club, and just recently, there were widespread speculations that he had arrived London for a medical. In a new development however, there are reports from Italy that the defender has undergone a medical in Los Angeles ahead of his €39 million (£34.2m) move to west London. It is understood that after his country's success in Confederations Cup … [Read more...]

Arsene Wenger Wants Kylian Mbappe To Partner Alex Lacazette Next Season

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is still keen on completing a summer move for AS Monaco youngster, Kylian Mbappe, according to reports. The 18-year-old has been tipped for greater success drawing interest from several clubs in Europe due to his brilliant displays for the Ligue 1 champions last season that also saw them get to the latter stages of the Champions League. Arsene Wenger is understood to be a long-term admirer of Mbappe's qualities and even tried to sign him last summer, visiting the player's home and has retained his interest in the … [Read more...]

Alexis Sanchez Urged To Snub Arsenal For A Bigger Club

Alexis Sanchez' future at Arsenal remains uncertain and he has emerged as a target for a handful of top clubs across Europe this summer. But his countryman Ivan Zamorano has urged him to leave North London so he could fulfil his dream of winning the Champions League. Alexis continues to be the subject of strong rumours after failing to agree to terms over a new contract with the Gunners. It is understood that both Chelsea and Man City are interested in signing the Chile international, and the player himself has admitted having made a … [Read more...]

RB Leipzig Remain Adamant To Block Liverpool’s From Naby Keita

RB Leipzig star player Naby Keita has emerged as a target for Liverpool this summer and has been strongly linked with a move to the Anfield club. Many Liverpool fans are already relishing the thoughts of having him play for them in next season's busy campaign, and some are already projecting him to be the next Stephen Gerrard. However, in a new development, RB Leipzig CEO Oliver Mintzlaff remained adamant that the player is not for sale. The Anfield club are understood to be making ready a £70million bid for Keita as they look to break … [Read more...]

Conte To Chelsea Board: Do All You Can To Sign Romelu Lukaku

Everton star striker Romelu Lukaku has emerged as Chelsea's number one target with the departure of Diego Costa to Atletico Madrid getting closer. Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is understood to be determined to win the race for the player's signature and won't mind breaking the transfer record by meeting the £100Million fee the toffees are demanding for. The Belgium international enjoyed another fabulous campaign at Ronald Koeman's side but is set to leave Goodison Park after refusing to sign a new contract. Jose Mourinho's Manchester United … [Read more...]

Southampton Confident About Landing Yann Karamoh Ahead Of Arsenal

Southampton are confident of landing Caen attacker Yann Karamoh, according to reports. The promising youngster has been in a contract stand-off with the French Ligue 1 as he enters the final year of his current deal, drawing interest from a host of clubs in the Premier League. Arsenal are said to be front-runners in the deal to sign Karamoh who is dubbed as the next Kylian Mbappe due to his impressive displays appreciated by so many in France. However, the Saints are said to have been in contact with Karamoh and Caen despite their dispute, … [Read more...]

Liverpool keen on signing Raul Jimenez

According to A Bola, Portuguese club Benfica are set to receive offers for Raul Jimenez this summer transfer window, as Premier League duo of Liverpool and West Ham seem interested in signing the Mexican striker. Reports suggest both Premier League sides are interested in signing the 26-year-old Benfica forward this summer. The striker was a part of the Mexico team that played the just concluded FIFA Confederations Cup in Russia and is believed to be up for sale. The record signing for the Portuguese club joined Benfica from La Liga side … [Read more...]

Jose Mourinho Wants To Complete Nemanja Matic and Alvaro Morata Deal Before Sunday

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is keen on completing transfer moves for Nemanja Matic and Alvaro Morata before Sunday, according to reports. The Red Devils have been linked with moves for several targets this summer as Jose Mourinho hopes to bolster his squad ahead of a busy season. Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic has been linked with a move to the Old Trafford this summer, with reports former boss, Jose Mourinho is eyeing a reunion for one of his most trusted hands during his time with Chelsea. United are also said to be closing in … [Read more...]

Danilo Agent Flies Into Europe To Discuss Summer Move

Real Madrid defender Danilo has been linked with a move away from the Bernabeu this summer. And in a new development, there are reports that his agent will travel to Europe this week to hold talks over a summer move from the La Liga champions. The Brazilian international endured a mixed season at the club after failing to earn a regular starting place in the squad that won the La Liga last season. And according to Spanish outlet Marca, both Chelsea and Juventus have made enquiries into the possibility of signing Danilo as both clubs have … [Read more...]

Liverpool turn to Nice player Dalbert Henrique for left-back solution

Merseyside club Liverpool are trying to lure Nice left-back Dalbert Henrique to the Anfield stadium to rival first-choice defender James Milner. Reports in France indicate the Nice Brazilian left full back will be targeted by Liverpool, once they’ve found a buyer for out of favour Alberto Moreno. The defender played 38 matches in his first season for the Ligue 1 side following his move from Vitoria Guimaraes for £2m last summer transfer window. Dalbert has also played on the left-side of midfield for the French club, and the versatility … [Read more...]

Decision Made: Diego Costa Ready To Make Sacrifice To Complete Chelsea Transfer

Spanish star striker Diego Costa has been thrown into a mild state of confusion after Chelsea boss Antonio Conte asked him to leave the club this summer. And while there are various clubs that have shown interest in him after he revealed the text message from Conte, it appears the talented forward is so serious about reuniting with his former Spanish club Atletico Madrid, despite being glaringly aware of the implications. According to reports, the Spain international won't mind sitting on the sidelines for four months in order to facilitate … [Read more...]

Jens Lehmann set to return as the first-team coach

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann will come back to Arsenal as a first team coach this summer in his third stint with Arsenal, having played twice on different occasions for the club. Arsène Wenger is set to restructure his backroom staff with the former safe hand joining to add some much-needed winning mentality in the team. The Guardian reports that Jens Lehmann will work together with current goalkeeping coach Gerry Peyton and also assist in the general functioning of the team as they attempt to challenge for the Premier League title and … [Read more...]

Transfer! Gareth Bale Rules Out Old Trafford Move

Manchester United have received a major blow to their transfer pursuit of Gareth Bale, following reports that the Real Madrid wants to remain at the Bernabeu. The Welsh star has been tipped to make a move to the Old Trafford this summer with reports that the hierarchy at the Santiago Bernabeu are open to the idea of selling the winger after getting frustrated at his incessant injuries that has kept him out of the side's crucial encounters in the past few years. Jose Mourinho is believed to be after one big name signing this window, after … [Read more...]

Chelsea To Alex Sandro, ‘Fast Track Move To Stamford Bridge Now’

Alex Sandro has been strongly linked with a move to Chelsea this summer after emerging as a target for the club ahead of a busy campaign next season. And in a new development, there are reports that the premier league champions are hopeful the player will tell Juventus he wants to move to Chelsea this week. The Brazilian star is the subject of serious interest from Chelsea, and it is understood that the Stamford Bridge club are ready to meet Juventus' asking price. According to The Telegraph, the English champions have informed the Italian … [Read more...]

Wenger set for crisis talks this week with Alexis Sanchez and Hector Bellerin

Reports suggest Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is set for an all important talk with Arsenal duo of Alexis Sanchez and Hector Bellerin this week as they both try to force a move away from the Emirate stadium. Arsenal faces a potentially tough summer transfer window as they battle hard to keep hold of their stars, with last season’s top scorer, Chilean Sanchez a top transfer target for Premier League rivals Manchester City. The Chile International forward has just a season remaining on his contract at the Emirates Stadium, and that could force the … [Read more...]

Mourinho Wants Man United To Complete Deal For Nemaja Matic This Weekend

Chelsea star player Nemanja Matic has emerged as a target for Manchester United this summer and a deal is understood to be close by. In a new development, there are reports that Man United boss Jose Mourinho wants the management to complete the signing of the Serbian star by Sunday. The midfielder is a top transfer target for Jose with the Portuguese manager eager to reunite with the player at Old Trafford. Both of them enjoyed lots of success while working together at Chelsea and are still on good terms despite the unpleasant end to … [Read more...]

Alexandre Lacazette due for Arsenal medical ahead of club-record move

French International Alexandre Lacazette arrived Arsenal's training ground this morning, Tuesday, to take his medical ahead of a transfer from Lyon. Once the medical examination is complete, Lacazette is expected to sign a five-year contract at the club. The Emirate club has reportedly agreed on a club-record transfer deal with French club Lyon which could increase. The striker had verbally agreed on a transfer to Athletico Madrid this summer, but negotiation collapsed in June after Atletico's transfer ban was upheld by the CAS Court of … [Read more...]

Good News To Chelsea As Alex Sandro Ignores Hefty Offer From PSG

Juventus star player Alex Sandro has emerged as a target for both Chelsea and PSG this summer and the Samba star is expected to leave Turin anytime soon. In a new development, there are new reports that the full-back is delighted to ignore a big offer from PSG so as to sign for Chelsea. Sandro has flourished at Turin over the past two years but has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge. It is said that Chelsea are hopeful that new talks in the coming days will bring about a breakthrough in the negotiations, with the Brazilian … [Read more...]

Antonio Rudiger Target Talks About Chelsea Transfer Links

Chelsea target Antonio Rudiger says his future will be decided in the 'coming weeks' amid speculations that he is ready for a move to the English top flight. There were recent reports that the premier league champions have agreed a fee with Roma after bidding £30million for Rudiger's signature. The Germany international is currently celebrating his country's Confederations Cup victory and he has answered questions about his future after the final clash against Chile. The talented defender refused to confirm or deny interests from the blues … [Read more...]

John Terry Completes Final Transfer Move

Chelsea legend John Terry has finally complete a move to Aston Villa after his contract at Stamford Bridge officially expire at the start of the summer transfer window. The championship club confirmed to have sealed the signing of the former England captain on a one-year contract. The defender has announced that he would move on from the west London club at the end of last season after representing the club for 19 campaigns. A handful of clubs, including Birmingham City and West Brom, have shown interest in the veteran defender despite … [Read more...]

Alvaro Morata Pushing For Old Trafford Move Despite Club’s Demands

Alvaro Morata's father and agent, Alfonso Morata has been spotted at Santiago Bernabeu in order to push for a transfer move for the forward. The 24-year-old has been tipped to make a move away from the Bernabeu this summer due to his reduced role under Zinedine Zidane last season. Chelsea and Manchester United are said to have approached the Spanish giants over a potential transfer move with the latter being the frontrunners in the deal. Reports in various news outlet have it that United boss Jose Mourinho is getting frustrated at the state of … [Read more...]