According to reports, English Premier League top team Manchester United are being made to realise that they will have to bring out a superb £15 million ($19 million) out of their pocket if they really want to get the services of Southampton FC defender Jose Fonte in the January window transfer. Controversial Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, looked earnestly to sign his countryman Jose Fonte from his current club Southampton FC in the summer. Speculations keeps flying round the media that the Portuguese tactician is working hard and is deeply keen to add experience to his defense department. 32-year-old Fonte who was part of Portugal’s victorious Euro 2016 campaign, has 18 months left on his contract at St Mary’s. The former Chelsea boss signed … [Read more...]
Blues Attacker Ruled Out Of Sunderland Trip
Chelsea Star Eden Hazard has been ruled out for their game against Sunderland on Wednesday night. The Blues are looking to extend their lead at the top of the table following Arsenal's loss to Everton on Tuesday night but will be without the Belgian attacker at the Stadium of Light. Hazard picked up a knock in training and will be likely replaced by Willain in the attack for the Blues. Willian will be glad to return to the starting line-up after his sitting out in the recent games for the Blues and will hope to prove his worth to Antonio Conte. Chelsea have gone nine-games winning run in the Premier League with seven clean sheets and will hope to increase their lead to ten against David Moyes side who has shown a bit of consistency in their recent games, … [Read more...]
3-4-3 Formation, Key Player Out – Chelsea Probable Line-up vs Sunderland
Chelsea face Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on Wednesday night and a win will give them six points clear from rivals at the top of the Premier League. Here is a predicted line-up for the Blues. (3-4-3 formation) Courtois- Azpilicueta, Luiz, Cahill- Matic, Kante, Alonso, Moses- Willian, Pedro, Costa. Thibaut Courtois is expected to start in goal after keeping seven clean sheets so far in the league and could extend his record against a below par Sunderland side. At center-back, the trio of Cesar Azpilicueta, David Luiz and Gary Cahill should retain their place in defence. Though, Cahill has been considered as the weak link in the set-up but his recent performances will continue to earn him a place in the starting eleven. In midfield, Kante and Matic … [Read more...]
Conte Reveals Why Diego Costa Drinks Beer Ahead Of Sunderland Trip
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has revealed Diego Costa is permitted to take beer after games to aid rehydration. Costa was spotted with a beer following Chelsea hard-fought win over West brom last Sunday which provoked speculations about the act as it is widely believed that footballers are not supposed to be consuming alcohol during and after games but it appears Antonio Conte believes otherwise after stating he had no issues with players taking 'one beer' after games to help rehydration. The Blues boss said: ‘[It is good] for rehydration, you can drink Coca-Cola or one beer,” he said. ‘It’s good for recovery. But one. Not a lot. It’s good. After you finish the game, quickly, not an hour after the end. ‘I have great professionals in my players. In … [Read more...]
Chelsea In Shock Move For Unhappy Tottenham Star
Chelsea are reportedly monitoring transfer situation of Tottenham midfielder Eric Dier who is unhappy with his chances at White Hart Lane. Reports in the Times claim that the English midfielder is concerned about his reduced playing chances with Tottenham hotspurs and worried it could affect his status in the England national team. Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino has opted to use the duo of Victor Wanyama and Moussa Dembele in the midfield while he chose to deploy Eric Dier to the central defence to replace injured Toby Alderweireld. Though, the 22-year-old featured for the Three Lions in their 2-2 draw with Spain but he fears he could be dropped if he continues to play in a less preferred position as the current midfield pair has been solid and … [Read more...]
Massive Boost-Liverpool To Battle For 25-Year-Old Superstar, Scouts Confirmed Player Good For Liverpool
English Premier League (EPL) side Liverpool are reportedly in a battle with fellow London side West Ham United as regards Sassuolo striker Gregorie Defrel ahead of the January transfer window, which is expected to pen in a few weeks time. According to popular news outlet The Sun, Liverpool are looking at ways to strengthen their attacking options with the 18-time English champions presently in the midst of a league title challenge with the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. 25-year old Defrel, who has been the subject of scouting from Liverpool officials in the last few weeks. Liverpool have struggled in recent times with just 1 point in the last two games (3-4 away loss against South Coast club Bournemouth … [Read more...]
Arsenal Starlet Handed Trial With Possible Transfer In Mind
Young Arsenal player Tyrell Robinson has been given a unique chance of undergoing trials at fellow London club Queens Park Rangers (QPR)an who presently play in the 24-team English championship also known as the second tier of football in England. As per the report from news outlet West London Sport, the 19-year old has played for his North London side's youth team on both flanks as well as the left-back role. With little time to waste Robinson has already featured for the QPR U23s against Watford on Monday afternoon. Starting on the left side of midfielder, he was very impressive culimnating in a goal from him. This opportunity represents a second chance for him following the fact that he had an unsuccessful trial at West Midlands club West Bromwich Albion … [Read more...]