The 28-year-old has been away at Euro 2016 , but following Belgium's exit Nainggolan has dispelled rumours over his future. Reports have it that Chelsea have been chasing the midfielder with new boss Antonio Conte keen on bringing him to Stamford Bridge. Nainggolan further demonstrated his top talent with two stunning strikes in five games for Belgium at the Euros. And Chelsea continued their efforts to sign him during the tournament but had a third bid of £33million rejected by Roma last week, according sources. With the Italians … [Read more...]
Chelsea set to launch bid for Alvaro Morata
Alvaro Morata returned to Real Madrid this summer, but Los Blancos may still decide to cash in on the youngster. With new Chelsea coach Antonio Conte looking to significantly strengthen the squad he has inherited at Stamford Bridge, reports have now emerged that the Italian is considering making a serious offer for Alvaro Morata. Morata recently returned to the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu during the close season, after Real Madrid exercised their right to buy back the 23-year-old from Juventus for fee of €32 million. However, with Karim … [Read more...]
Manchester City make improved offer for Juventus defender
Manhester City are expected to make an improved offer for Leonardo Bonucci, after Juventus rejected an opening bid of £38.6 million for the Italy centre-half, as Pep Guardiola steps up his protracted battle to reshape the club’s defence. Guardiola wants to sign two central defenders, a right-back and a goalkeeper but City may have to pay a fee of around £50 million to lure Bonucci, a similar amount of money to what Everton are demanding for their other centre-half target, John Stones. Bonucci impressed at the European Championships for … [Read more...]
Manchester United confirm signing of Borussia Dortmund star
Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Henrikh Mkhitaryan from Borussia Dortmund on a four-year contract. Mkhitaryan, 27, becomes United's third arrival of the summer after Eric Bailly from Villarreal and Zlatan Ibrahimovic from Paris Saint-Germain. He told United's official website: "I am very proud to join Manchester United, this move is a dream come true for me. I am excited to play for a club with such an illustrious history and hope to be part of it for a long time. I thank the trust the club and Jose Mourinho have put in … [Read more...]
Valencia sign former United player Nani from Fenerbahce
Valencia have confirmed the signing of former Manchester United winger Luis Nani from Fenerbahce for £7.2million. The Portugal international has signed for the La Liga side on a three-year deal just a year after leaving Old Trafford. Nani had been linked with both Liverpool and Everton in the last month with Turkish publication Fanatik claiming that the Merseyside pair had bee urged to move quickly before his €8.5million release clause expired on July 1. “Valencia have reached an agreement with Portugal international Luis Carlos Almeida … [Read more...]
Manchester City sign Ukraine winger Oleksandr Zinchenko from FC Ufa
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Ukraine attacking midfielder Oleksandr Zinchenko from FC Ufa. Sources revealed last week that City had agreed a deal for Zinchenko, 19, and the transfer has now been completed. The Manchester Evening News reports that Zinchenko cost £1.7 million. He played in all three of Ukraine's matches at Euro 2016, coming on as a substitute against Germany and Northern Ireland, before starting against Poland. Zinchenko scored twice in 26 appearances in all competitions for Russian club Ufa, after … [Read more...]
Mourinho hints at more United signings
Manchester United can expect more signings at the club after Jose Mourinho revealed he was looking to land a fourth transfer target. Jose Mourinho is working on wrapping up the signing of a fourth transfer target after suggesting a deal to bring Henrikh Mkhitaryan to Manchester United is all but complete. United have already snapped up Eric Bailly and Zlatan Ibrahimovic since Mourinho was appointed as Louis van Gaal's successor at Old Trafford, with Mkhitaryan's arrival from Borussia Dortmund appearing imminent. And Mourinho has now … [Read more...]
New City signing Mooy loaned out to Huddersfield
Australian midfield maestro Aaron Mooy is set to continue his career with Huddersfield Town after it was announced he would move on a season-long loan today. Mooy was delighted to join his team-mates for training this week ahead of the 2016-17 English Championship season. "I'm delighted to join Huddersfield Town Football Club, ahead of what I'm sure will be a really exciting season and I can't wait to get started. The Championship is a really tough competition and provides me with a good challenge for the next stage of my career," Mooy … [Read more...]
Hirving Lozano to join Man United after Olympics
Hirving Lozano admits he cannot wait to start working for Jose Mourinho and to link up with Zlatan Ibrahimovic at Manchester United. Lozano has made 91 league appearances for Pachuca and has seven caps for Mexico, receiving his first call-up in February before going on to feature in the 2018 World Cup qualifiers. The player has since emerged as a target for United and his club’s vice-president Andres Fassi has confirmed talks are underway between the winger and the Premier League club. “Already there are negotiations with that team, … [Read more...]
Takuma Asano hopes his qualities will help him succeed at Arsenal
New Arsenal frontman Takuma Asano believes his “quick moves and eagerness” will help him become a success in the Premier League. The 21-year-old Japan striker has joined the Gunners from Sanfrecce Hiroshima for an undisclosed fee with Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger seeing him as one for the future. Takuma, who has five caps for Japan revealed he was looking forward to proving himself abroad. “I am glad that I can have a challenge overseas, which I have always wanted,” he told the Evening Standard. “I want to play aggressively. I want to … [Read more...]
Liverpool and Man United battle for Porto Midfielder
Liverpool and Manchester United are set to battle each other for the signature of Porto Midfielder Ruben Neves according to reports. Neves has been linked with a host of clubs, including Arsenal and Chelsea, over the last 12 months after catching the eye since making his Porto breakthrough in 2014. The 19-year-old has made 75 appearances in all competitions for the club and has won two caps for Portugal, although he missed out on selection for Euro 2016. Reports in Portugal suggest it is now a race between Liverpool and United to land … [Read more...]
Napoli determined to keep defender despite Chelsea interest
Contrary to speculation, a deal to take the highly-rated centre-back to Stamford Bridge is far from complete, with the Campania club determined not to sell. Despite reports suggesting a move to Chelsea is imminent, Napoli have insisted that Kalidou Koulibaly is not for sale. Sources in England over the weekend had claimed that the 25-year-old was on course to become Antonio Conte’s first major defensive signing at Stamford Bridge , with a fee of around €35.75 million being mooted for the imposing centre-back. However, with three years … [Read more...]
Chelsea want Higuain as replacement for Diego Costa
With the Neapolitans standing firm on their talisman’s €94m release clause, their resolve it set to be tested by the Blues, who are seeking a Diego Costa replacement. A return to Atletico Madrid for Diego Costa will reportedly see Chelsea replace the Spaniard with Napoli forward Gonzalo Higuain. The Rojiblancos have been chasing a new striker for the season ahead, with the Argentine himself strongly linked, but it appears that Diego Simeone will seek to return Costa to the Spanish capital, where he spent a number of years before moving … [Read more...]
Arsenal goalkeeper Szcsesny set to remain on loan with Roma
Wojciech Szczesny could join the Lupi side on loan for another campaign after Luciano Spalletti made his capture a top priority. After spending last season on loan with Roma , Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szcsesny is set for another spell with the capital club. Lupi coach Luciano Spalletti made it clear to directors that he wants the Polish international at his disposal next campaign, and it appears they are ready to satisfy his demands. Although Roma locked up a deal for promising Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson from Internacional for €7.5 … [Read more...]
Liverpool to do battle with Everton for Belgian midfielder
Belgian midfielder Axel Witsel seemed poised to make a switch to Everton, but Liverpool have reportedly lined up an eleventh hour move. Liverpool are attempting to gain ground on Napoli and rivals Everton in the race to sign Zenit St. Petersburg midfielder Axel Witsel. The Anfield outfit are eager to bolster the centre of the pitch by pursuing the sought-after Belgian now that one of their former transfer targets, Gregorz Krychowiak, has signed for Paris Saint-Germain. That said, the Toffees, who placed a €36 million bid on the … [Read more...]
Liverpool target Piotr Zielinski set to join Napoli
Liverpool target Piotr Zielinski is closing in on a move to Napoli, according to reports in Italy. The Reds have been strongly linked with a move for the Poland international and last month his intention was to reject all overtures from Napoli and hold out for a move to Liverpool. However, that now appears to have changed with Tele Club Italia reporting that Zielinski will sign for the Serie A club by tomorrow at the latest. Liverpool and Napoli are believed to lodged a €12million bids for the player, but according to reports Liverpool’s … [Read more...]
Lucas Leiva unsure of Liverpool future amid Besiktas interest
Lucas Leiva has admitted he is unsure what the future holds for him at Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp amid talk Besiktas are set to swoop for his services. The 29-year-old midfielder will return to Melwood this week to start pre-season training, but his long-term future is far from assured and reports suggest Besiktas are back on the trail of the holding midfielder. Lucas told Radio Joven Pan in Brazil: “There have been some changes last season, with the coaching change. “I still do not know exactly what will be my role within the group, … [Read more...]
Lazio interested in Chelsea flop
With Corinthians keen to offload him, former AC Milan striker Alexandre Pato could be on his way back to Serie A, as Lazio look to push for a European spot next season. After the club missed out on Europe last season, incoming Lazio coach Marcelo Bielsa is keen to add new options to his attack, particularly in the wake of Miroslav Klose’s departure . The Biancocelesti are looking to build on last year’s eighth place finish in Serie A and are hoping to bring in former AC Milan forward Alexandre Pato move to the Stadio Olimpico. The … [Read more...]
Morata wants pay rise as Arsenal are set to lure him to the Emirates
Alvaro Morata’s agent will meet with Real Madrid officials and demand a pay rise after his excellent Euro 2016, according to AS. Morata has returned to the Spanish club after they exercised his buy-back clause for £25m, but they could still sell him to a Premier League club to help fund expected moves for Paul Pogba and N’Golo Kante. After an impressive season for Juventus and three goals at Euro 2016, Morata’s agents want an increase on his wages of £65,000 a week after tax; reports suggest that Madrid will offer the same terms. ‘It’s … [Read more...]
Manchester United close in on Hirving Lozano
Manchester United appear to be closing in on the signing of 20-year-old Mexico international Hirving Lozano, according to reports. The Red Devils are understood to have been scouting the player for months , and Pachuca’s vice-president claimed the club is in talks to sign Lozano. “Already there is negotiations with that team [United]? Yes,” Andre Fassi told ESPN. “There is still nothing closed though.” Now Lozano’s father-in-law has claimed the Mexico international will head to Manchester after Mexico compete to retain their Olympic … [Read more...]
Batshuayi joins Chelsea from Marseille
Despite being a target for Juventus, Michy Batshuayi becomes Antonio Conte’s first signing as Chelsea coach, with the former Marseille striker signing a five-year deal with the Blues . Chelsea have won the race to sign highly rated striker Michy Batshuayi from Marseille, fending off interest from a host of European clubs. The Belgian international will link up with his new teammates once he returns from his post- Euro 2016 break, having helped the Red Devils to a quarter-final spot. A stellar season at the Stade Velodrome had seen the … [Read more...]
Leicester sign Nampalys Mendy as N’Golo Kante nears Chelsea switch
Claudio Ranieri has splashed out £13million to sign the highly-rated midfielder – beating the Foxes previous record of £9million for Croatian striker Andrej Kramaric. Mendy’s arrival will be viewed by many as Leicester doing their business to clear the way for star midfielder N’Golo Kante to leave the club. The French ace, currently starring for his country at Euro 2016, is wanted by a string of Europe’s top clubs, including Chelsea, Arsenal, Real Madrid, Juventus and PSG. Kante – who cost Leicester £5.6million from Caen last summer – … [Read more...]
Mikel Arteta confirms retirement set to join Man City as assistant coach
MIKEL ARTETA has confirmed his retirement to join Manchester City as assistant coach. In a statement on his Twitter account, the Spaniard admitted the chance to link up with Guardiola was 'amazing' He said: "I can confirm that I will be leaving Arsenal and retiring from playing to take up a coaching position at Manchester City. "I’ve enjoyed an amazing five years at Arsenal and it’s been an honour and a privilege to captain such a great club. I would like to personally thank the manager, board, all of my teammates and, of course, the … [Read more...]
Arsenal sign Japanese striker Asano
Arsenal have agreed a deal to sign Japanese striker Takumo Asano, with Arsene Wenger calling the 21-year-old a promising prospect for the future. Arsenal announced the deal on their official website, saying the agreement with Japanese club Sanfrecce Hiroshima is still subject to the completion of a medical and "regulatory processes." However, Asano is unlikely to play a major role at the Emirates next season, with Wenger saying he still needs time to develop. "Takuma is a talented young striker and very much one for the future," Wenger … [Read more...]
Radamel Falcao: Expensive mistake for Chelsea
Radamel Falcao’s woeful campaign at Chelsea has become even more difficult to swallow for the Blues, after stats revealed just how costly a failure the Colombian was at Stamford Bridge. The Blues confirmed on Friday that Falcao, Alexandre Pato and squad goalkeeper Marco Amelia will all leave Stamford after failing to make an impact at the club. Colombian Falcao – once regarded as one of the world’s top strikers – struggled during a spell with Manchester United in 2014/15 – but his stats at Old Trafford were nothing compared to the … [Read more...]
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