France international striker Olivier Giroud has revealed his desire to remain with the Blues for more seasons despite numerous reports linking him with a winter move to either Fulham or Wolves. Giroud, 32, has seen his place taken by in-form Alvaro Morata but he is determined to compete with the Spaniard for a place in the team's first XI. According to him while speaking to reporters after France's 2-0 defeat to the Netherlands on Thursday, the former Arsenal goal poacher admits he is used to competing with teammates for a place, therefore, he … [Read more...]
Is Suarez The End Of Cesc Fabregas Chelsea Career?
Chelsea ace Cesc Fabregas could be on his way out of Stamford Bridge in January after failing to get into Sarri's list of favourite players. The Spaniard was a bit-part player under Conte throughout last season as the Italian ended the 2017-18 season with FA Cup trophy. Under Sarri, things have gone from bad to worse for the former Barcelona man and he's tipped to be moving out of the team as soon as the winter market begins. To further complicate situations, reports are suggesting that Sarri is closer to signing Barca's midfielder Denis … [Read more...]
Good start or not, why Liverpool must hold on to Fabinho
It has been an awful start to the season for Brazilian star Fabinho who made a big money move to Liverpool in the summer. Things have been tough for the former Monaco man since his move to Liverpool and he has failed to live up to expectations so far this season. Having seen how hard acclimatizing to a new culture and environment has been for the 25-year-old midfielder, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is reportedly looking to cash in on his services when the winter transfer window commences in January. According to Sky Sports, the German … [Read more...]
Barcelona Edges Liverpool In Bid To Sign £60m-rated Centre Back
As things stand, Spanish La Liga champions Barcelona are the overwhelming favourites to sign highly-rated Dutch centre-back Matthijs De Ligt when the transfer window reopens in the New Year. The 19-year-old currently plies his trade for Dutch Eredivisie giants Ajax Amsterdam at the moment. It was reported by Daily Mirror that Barcelona are ahead of Liverpool in the race for the Dutch international player. De Ligt enhanced his reputation as one of the best young defenders on the world football stage when he helped the Dutch national team to … [Read more...]
Arsenal closing in on Matheus Fernandes
North London side Arsenal are believed to be closing in on versatile Botafogo midfielder Matheus Fernandes according to reports from Calciomercato.com. The report says Arsenal are among the numbers of clubs interested in signing the Brazilian and they have gone ahead by sending delegations to keep tabs on him as he continues to progress and impress in his country home. Matheus Fernandes has been operating in a central midfield and he is known for his astute techniques and his dribble skills which his suitors cannot overlook. However, … [Read more...]
Forget Morata’s fine form, Chelsea need new goal poacher to compete for trophies
Five goals in 11 matches, that sums up the great evolution Morata is currently enjoying under Maurizio Sarri. The much-criticized striker was in his worst form throughout last season scoring just 11 goals from 31 League matches. His awful form saw him dropped to the bench by Antonio Conte towards the end of last season. He was equally said to be considering a return to Real Madrid or Juventus before the start of this season. However, the sacking of Antonio Conte was the turning point for the Spaniard who is now in fine and rich goalscoring … [Read more...]
Sheyi Ojo : The downfall of a promising star
Sheyi Ojo joined Liverpool from Mk Dons at the age of 14 in a deal reported to have cost £2m in 2011. The teenager immediately got integrated into the club's U-17 side where he began his rapid development in the game. Four years later, the England international was tipped to be the next star to break out of Liverpool's youth team due to his high technique and great vision for goals. At age 18, the youngster was promoted into the first team and many fans thought he would give Raheem Sterling a run for his money by providing intense competition … [Read more...]
Chelsea close to signing £70m-rated prodigy
Reports emerging from Stamford Bridge are claiming that the Blues are close to signing USA and Borussia Dortmund's young striker Christian Pulisic. Pulisic -- whose current contract with the Bundesliga side expires in 2020 --has reportedly failed to discuss a new deal with Dortmund, giving rise to speculation that he could be on his way to Premier League. According to BBC Sports, Chelsea are in advanced talks with Borussia Dortmund for his signature and it is believed that both parties have reached an agreement. The 20-year-old is one of … [Read more...]
Why Liverpool’s attack would suffer from Firmino’s recent form
Liverpool remain unbeaten after 12 Premier League matches, the highest they have gone in their history, thanks to Klopp's ability to input much confidence in his players. Despite the impressive start to the season, it wouldn't be out of place to say that the front three of Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino, and Sadio Mane are far from the blistering form they displayed throughout last season. Though Mo Salah and Sadio Mane have managed to score 15 goals between themselves, they still left so much to be desired as the season progresses. While … [Read more...]
Ross Barkley on his way to greatness, thanks to Maurizio Sarri?
Ross Barkley was one of the highly regarded youngsters in Premier League some seasons ago. Having exhibited some series of individuals brilliance with Everton, there were hopes that the England international was destined for the top. Unfortunately for the 24-year-old playmaker and striker, recurring injuries ultimately stopped his wonderful journey to stardom. He didn't just fail to get quality game time, but he was completely left out of the Toffees matchday squad on numerous occasions. As a result of his inactive role at the Goodison … [Read more...]
See why £18m-rated Chelsea outcast will be a great game-changer
Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was unimpressed with Olivier Giroud's goalscoring ratio and he cash-in on his signature by offloading him to Chelsea for a £18m in January. The Frenchman's first season at Stamford Bridge was good enough to convince Sarri to retain his service for this season despite his intense scrutiny of the squad he inherited from Antonio Conte. The 32-year-old striker was preferred by Antonio Conte, who continually benched Alvaro Morata until the end of last season due to the Spaniard's long-term goal … [Read more...]
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