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Tottenham Hotspur Out Of Running For £50m Liverpool Target

North London giants Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly dropped out of the race to sign Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes this summer. This is according to the Daily Mail which cited close sources to the Champions League finalists. It was believed that Tottenham Hotspur were in the running to sign the 24-year-old midfielder with the likes of Manchester United and Liverpool. The North Londoners are the second major Premier League club to rule themselves out of the running for the aforementioned player’s signature after English … [Read more...]

Adidas Willing To Fund Napoli Move For £37m Liverpool Target

Sports manufacturing giants Adidas will reportedly fund the transfer of Real Madrid playmaker James Rodriguez to Italian Serie A giants Napoli. This is according to the publication from the stables of popular Italian news outlet Corriere dello Sport which claimed that Adidas have shown interest in funding the loan transfer of their client (James Rodriguez) to Napoli if the player is interested in the move. There would be an option for Napoli to sign him permanently at the end of the loan deal. James Rodriguez spent the last two years on … [Read more...]

Interested Clubs Must Pay €40m For Chelsea Target

German Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt have slammed a €40m asking price on star forward Ante Rebic according to the publication from popular Spanish media outlet AS. The 25-year-old has previously been linked with a move to Premier League clubs like Manchester United and Chelsea. The Croatian World Cup star is also a transfer target for Spanish La Liga giants Atletico Madrid. Ante Rebic was part of the Croatian squad that reached the 2018 FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia. The Eintracht Frankfurt star was a regular in the Croatia … [Read more...]

Inter Milan Slap €70m Asking Price On Chelsea Target

Italian Serie A giants Inter Milan have reportedly slapped a €70m (£62m) asking price on controversial striker Mauro Icardi amidst the serious interest from rivals Juventus. The latest development concerning Inter Milan striker Icardi was revealed by La Gazzetta dello Sport. Mauro Icardi was previously linked with West London giants Chelsea last summer shortly after Maurizio Sarri was appointed the Blues boss but the move did not materialize. Chelsea are in need of a new striker following the exit of Gonzalo Higuain after his loan spell … [Read more...]

Arsenal and United handled major transfer blow in pursuit of Rabiot

Two English Premier League outfits Man United and Arsenal have been handed a major blow in their pursuit of French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Adrien Rabiot. The two clubs are keen to strengthen their squad ahead of the coming season and have both identified the star player as a good fit. Arsenal seek to have Wales international Aaron Ramsey replaced as he is already off to Italian Serie A outfit Juventus while Man United are in a rebuilding process as well as making efforts to replace Ander Herrera who is also keen to leave … [Read more...]

It might be a surprise but this star could leave Arsenal

There are still chances that North London outfit Arsenal will part ways with German international Mesut Ozil in this summer transfer window. A section of supporters and pundits are still unsatisfied with his performance in the just-concluded season, stressing that the Gunners should do well by parting ways with him. Piers Morgan is the latest to call on the North London outfit to show the former Real Madrid star the exit door at the Emirates Stadium. Speaking to talkSPORT, the TV presenter said that Arsenal manager Unai Emery has got a lot … [Read more...]

Barcelona keeper ends big message to Arsenal

North London outfit Arsenal have already indicated interest in securing the signature of Spanish La Liga outfit Barcelona goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen in this summer transfer window. The Gunners have parted ways with legendary goalkeeper Petr Cech as he has already announced his retirement from active football to pursue a career in management. This makes Arsenal out in search of a goalkeeper that will serve as a backup to Bernd Leno ahead of the coming season It has been suggested that Jasper Cillessen can no longer boast of a first team … [Read more...]

Friday Transfer Round-up: Juventus Eye Swap Deal For Chelsea Loanee, PSG Appoint New Sporting Director

- Italian champions Juventus are plotting a swap deal with Serie A rivals AS Roma involving striker Gonzalo Higuain and AS Roma defender Kostas Manolas according to trusted Italian news outlet La Gazzetta dello Sport. Higuain spent the second half of last season at Chelsea. - West Ham United have made a big transfer coup by signing Spanish international Pablo Fornals from La Liga club Villarreal. The Arsenal target has signed a five-year contract to become a Hammer. - French champions Paris Saint Germain (PSG) have sold utility defender Moussa … [Read more...]

Finally, Bayern Cool Interest To Sign £50m Liverpool Striker Target

Newly crowned Champions League winners Liverpool have been boosted by the news that German champions Bayern Munich have cooled their interest in one of their transfer targets. RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner has emerged as a transfer target for both Bayern Munich and Liverpool after a stellar campaign with his German Bundesliga outfit. According to the Daily Mirror, Bayern Munich were favourites to sign the German international player ahead of Liverpool but the Bavarian giants have been put off any potential deal after a £50m transfer fee was … [Read more...]

Why Frank Lampard Wants Didier Drogba In His Backroom Staff

Derby County manager Frank Lampard is expected to be confirmed as the new Chelsea boss in the coming days and he would name former Blues teammates Didier Drogba in his backroom staff according to The Sun. Lampard and Drogba played together at Chelsea for a decade (between 2004 and 2014) until the Derby County boss left the club for Premier League rivals Manchester City on a free transfer. Former Chelsea midfielder Lampard attained legendary status at the club after emerging as the leading goalscorer with 211 goals in 13 years (between 2001 and … [Read more...]

After saying NO, this Arsenal target might still join Emirates Stadium

North London outfit Arsenal might still land their star target and French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint-Germain star Thomas Meunier in this summer transfer window despite an earlier rejection. Thomas Meunier has in response to debunked speculations linking him out of Paris claiming that he will not seek to leave the club, stressing that he is happy in France. ESPN pundit Alejandro Moreno thinks the Belgian will still leave because of the solo message that has been passed to him by the Ligue 1 champions. The one player Man United must sign … [Read more...]

Arsenal give condition for Koscielny exit

It is understood that North London outfit Arsenal will not mind to part ways with defender Laurent Koscielny in this summer transfer window but it must happen for the right fee. Gunners boss Unai Emery is obviously not satisfied with the performance of the Arsenal captain and will seek to have him replaced. Aside from the fact that Laurent Koscielny was absent for the North London outfit in the start of the season due to an injury he sustained, the Gunners defence was very poor as they conceded 59 goals which is not acceptable for a club that … [Read more...]

Major twist as Arsenal told that this target is on his way

Dutch football journalist Marcel van der Kraan has claimed the North London outfit Arsenal still stand a chance to land Moroccan international and Ajax winger Hakim Ziyech. Hakim Ziyech was highly wanted at the North London but it was feared that he would not seek to leave the club after helping them reach the semi-final of the UEFA Champions League in addition to kicking out Real Madrid and Juventus. The Dutch journalist has now hinted that Hakim Ziyech will be ready to leave the country and already has his attention on the English Premier … [Read more...]

Liverpool Will Sanction Sale Of 71-Goal Forward On One Condition

Premier League giants Liverpool will reportedly sell star player Mohamed Salah on one condition. This is according to the report from French news portal Le10 Sport which claimed that Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp will only think about the possibility of selling star player Mohamed Salah if he can get highly rated Lille winger Nicolas Pepe in his place. Liverpool are one of the numerous clubs to be linked with Ivorian international star Pepe after a stellar season with his French Ligue 1 club. Nicolas Pepe was a thorn in the flesh of the … [Read more...]

No Liverpool Interest In £50m Lyon Star THIS Summer

Champions League winners Liverpool have no interest in Lyon midfielder Nabil Fekir this summer according to the publication from popular English media portal the Independent. This is contrary to reports from France which claimed that the Reds had resurrected their interest in the French World Cup winner. It was revealed that Liverpool have no plans to sign Nabil Fekir who came close to joining them last year. Liverpool agreed on a £50m deal with Lyon for the transfer of Nabil Fekir and the player had already undergone his medicals before … [Read more...]

24-Year-Old Liverpool Target Set To Perform Remarkable Transfer U-turn

Paris Saint Germain (PSG) midfielder Adrien Rabiot is reportedly set to perform a transfer U-turn by putting pen to paper on a new deal despite the fact that he was on his way out in recent weeks. This is according to the publication from the stables of ESPN which claimed that the French international midfielder will sign a new contract once former sporting director Leonardo returns to the club in the same capacity as a replacement for current recipient Antero Henrique. Adrien Rabiot and his mother/agent clashed with Antero Henrique over a new … [Read more...]

FIFA delivers major verdict on Paul Pogba’s agent, ban

Controversial agent Mino Raiola has won an appeal against a ruling by FIFA which would have stooped him from pushing for a move for France international Paul Pogba out of Old Trafford. Mini Raiola was earlier told he can not participate in transfer activities for the next three months by the Italian FA in May and that would hinder him from working any transfer for the World Cup star in this summer window The ban was later extended by the world football governing body globally and that led him into an appeal to FIFA'S disciplinary … [Read more...]

Man United dealth major blow in Harry Maguire’s pursuit

Leicester City central defender Harry Maguire has been discouraged by former Scottish international Craig Burley about a possible move to Man United. The Red Devils and the English Premier League champions have both been linked with the star player and they are keen to land him this summer window. Man United seem to be at the front row and favours the capture of the star player but he has been warned not to make such mistake by the former Scottish international. Craig Burley said Harry Maguire will only be making the right decision to join … [Read more...]

Man United flop heading to Serie A this summer

It has been reported that Brazilian international and Man United flop Fred is a subject of speculations of interest from the Italian Serie A this summer transfer window. The report hints that AS Roma are willing to hand Fred the opportunity of kickstarting his career again after failing to establish himself at Old Trafford. Fred joined the Red Devils last year from Shakhtar Donetsk and has struggled since then without any hope of returning to his best despite the presence of manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Italian news outlet Il Romanista … [Read more...]

Why Romelu Lukaku’s Inter move is still being delayed after agreeing on personal terms

It has been reported that Belgium international and Man United striker Romelu Lukaku has already agreed on personal terms with Italian Serie A outfit Inter Milan. The Belgium international has already informed the Red Devils of his wish to leave the club after struggling in the just-concluded season. New Inter Milan manager Antonio Conte is reported to be a big fan of the Belgium international and has already established contact. Romelu Lukaku is reported to profess his love for the Serie A and Inter Milan remains his dream club. … [Read more...]

Everton And PSG In €50m Fight To Sign Chelsea Target

Two European sides are reportedly ready to do battle for the signature of highly rated Ajax Amsterdam forward David Neres. This is according to the latest reports emanating from the Brazilian media. David Neres rose to European football prominence after a stellar campaign with Dutch Eredivisie giants Ajax Amsterdam. The 22-year-old Brazilian international player ended the season with two trophies in the colours of Ajax Amsterdam who also reached the last four of Europe’s premier club competition. Ajax Amsterdam reached the Champions … [Read more...]

Man Utd Leading Liverpool and Others In Race To Sign £70m Midfielder

Three-time European champions Manchester United are reportedly leading the race to sign Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes ahead of other Premier League rivals like Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool. This is according to the Radio Rossoneri which claimed that the Red Devils are in pole position to win the £70m race to sign the Portuguese international player. Bruno Fernandes became a transfer target for the biggest Premier League clubs on the back of a sensational season with Sporting Lisbon. The 24-year-old broke the record … [Read more...]

Barcelona To Sell 31-Year-Old Chelsea Target For Right Offer

Spanish champions Barcelona have concluded plans to sell midfielder Ivan Rakitic this summer if they receive the right offer for the Croatian World Cup star. This is according to Spanish media portal Cadena SER which claimed that the Catalan giants would sanction the sale of Ivan Rakitic if they receive an appropriate offer for him. Ivan Rakitic has been linked with several clubs on the European football stage including Chelsea though the Blues will have to sort out their transfer ban before any transfer is possible. Chelsea were handed a … [Read more...]

Frank Lampard Lined Up As Sarri Replacement At Chelsea

Derby County manager Frank Lampard is reportedly being lined up as the replacement for outgoing Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri. According to Sky Sports Italia, former Chelsea midfielder Lampard will return to his former club in a managerial capacity once Sarri has left for Italian champions Juventus. It was earlier revealed on Thursday evening that Juventus have reached an agreement with Chelsea for Sarri to become their next manager. The former Empoli and Napoli boss will leave Chelsea for Juventus after just one season in West London. … [Read more...]

Juventus To Announce Sarri As New Manager Today On 3-Year Deal

Italian giants Juventus will announce Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri as their new manager today according to the latest reports coming out of the British media. According to Sky Sports, Maurizio Sarri will return to Italy to become the Juventus manager and that an official announcement is expected later on Friday. He will sign a three-year deal as the new Juventus manager. It was also revealed that Juventus will pay more than £5m in compensation to Chelsea for Sarri who still has one year left on his contract with the West London giants. … [Read more...]