News emerged on Thursday evening that Ligue 1 side Lyon had entered talks with EPL giants Manchester United over the transfer of Memphis Depay and now it has been officially confirmed. Depay has barely played under José Mourinho this season and he looks set to be on his way out from the Old Trafford club. A few clubs are after him, giving the winger the chance to make a choice. Last night, FootMercato threw West Ham into the mix, still yet it seems the Ligue 1 side have a bit of a head start. In a press conference ahead of their game against Caen on Sunday, Lyon’s manager Bruno Génésio confirmed the fact that there was a strong interest from his side for Memphis Depay. "I’ve made Depay a priority, he’s a complete player. Depay can also replace Rachid … [Read more...]
Liverpool Hijack Chelsea’s Target,Ready To Splash Big On This Top Class Midfielder
Liverpool have sent scouts to monitor Franck Kessie at the African Cup of Nations over a possible move, according to reports in Italy. Reliable reports have it that the Atalanta midfielder was reported to be in talks with Chelsea over a move to the club in January or summer due to the Nations Cup after seeing a £22 million bid rejected. Kessie has been a key figure for the Serie A side, and has attracted the attentions of several big clubs in Europe. The Reds are reportedly set to pay a fee around £35 million for the Ivorian which might also force the hands of Chelsea who have cooled down their interest in the midfielder, preparing to move for him in the next summer transfer window. Kessie is currently on Nations Cup duties with Ivory Coast in Gabon, … [Read more...]
Chelsea Ready Stunning Move For Want-away French Star
Chelsea are monitoring the situation of West Ham United star Dimtri Payet, according to reports. The French midfielder has admitted he wants to move from the Hammers with reports that a host of clubs like Arsenal and PSG are said to be in the race to sign him. Chelsea have now ready to rival other clubs for the want-away star as they look to strengthen their midfield this January transfer window after losing the duo of Oscar and John Obi Mikel to the Chinese Super League, following uncertainties on their reported targets. Payet who is currently unsettled at West Ham was a standout performer for them last season and even earned a place in the Les Blues squad that reached the final of the Euro 2016 tournament but did not start this current season in typical … [Read more...]
Done Deal– Man Utd Have Agreed £80,000-a-week Star Contract
English Premier League giants Manchester United are on a brilliant winning streak and we all await to see if Mourinho's men can extend that run when they face arch rivals Liverpool. Right since last year, they have been linked with top players in the winter transfer window as coach Mourinho looks to improve his squad. Additionally, the Portuguese tactician also desire holding onto his key players and it seem Belgian international Marouane Fellaini is one of them. Fellaini started the season poorly and the former Everton player was heavily criticized by some United fans. However, Jose Mourinho chose to stick with the 29-year-old star- and he keeps improving. Manchester United brought Fellaini into Old Trafford when David Moyes was still boss at the club. A … [Read more...]
Transfer Update: Wenger Have No Need Splashing €46M Just On This Midfielder Alone
Just yesterday, Arsenal officially agreed new deals with star players Coquelin, Koscielny and Giroud. In the same vein, we think the Gunners should also seek to sign new quality players to reinforce the squad this month. Le10Sport recently claimed that Liverpool and Arsenal have moved in and contacted Ligue 1 side Monaco to sign their highly rated defensive midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko this month. But let us focus on the Gunners. 22-year-old Bakayoko is a quality player, and that is why various top clubs are interested in signing him. Also due to his value, Monaco do not want to lose the Frenchman and rate him around £40million pounds. Nevertheless, we don't think Arsenal really needs him. In the last summer transfer window, Arsenal spend some reasonable … [Read more...]
Victor Moses Could Miss The Clash Against Arsenal And Liverpool
Chelsea impressive wing back Victor Moses is walking on what could be perfectly described as a tight disciplinary rope that could see him miss one of the blues matches against Arsenal or Liverpool. Moses already has four bookings which he's taking along with him into tomorrow's game against defending champions Leicester City. Another booking will see the 26-year old missing their next league game against Hull City. Nevertheless, If he should survive without being booked against Leicester City but should pick up a yellow card when the blues face Hull City, it means he will miss the Emirate FA Cup tie against Brentford. But if he was fortunate to avoid getting booked against the duo of Leicester City and Hull City but was unfortunate to pick the card against … [Read more...]
Mourinho Found A Perfect Replacement For Carrick In This 22-Year-Old
From all indications, Manchester United want Atletico Madrid star player Saul Niguez to take over from Michael Carrick. A recent report in The Express revealed that the 22-year-old’s progress has caught the eye of United coach Jose Mourinho. Mourinho is looking to bring in a top class holding midfielder to bring balance to his team. Since returning to the team, Micheal Carrick has been in outstanding form and played a pivotal role in United's current impressive form. Nevertheless, he will be out of contract at the end of the season and will also turn 36 in the summer. It was additionally added that another 12 month contract extension has been discussed. However, Jose Mourinho would prefer bringing in a long term solution than rely on the classic … [Read more...]