Former Arsenal player Charlie Nicholas has called on the club's star forward Alexis Sanchez to commit his future to the North London side adding that it would be the right thing to do at this stage of his career. Alexis Sanchez, who has been in sensational form this season with 11 league goals to emerge as joint topscorer, and German playmaker Mesut Ozil currently have 18 months to run on their contract and have been in lengthy contract talks with Arsenal over an extension. To this effect, Charlie Nicholas has urged Sanchez in particular to stay with Arsene Wenger's side for the long haul by committing to a new deal. Nicholas, who was speaking on popular TV, Sky Sports, said: "Sanchez has won everything at Barcelona, he’s won the Copa America with Chile, what … [Read more...]
Blues Midfielder Set For AC Milan Switch
On loan Chelsea star, Mario Pašalić could be on his way to AC Milan, according to his agent Marko Naletilić. The 21-year-old midfielder has been a key figure for the Rossoneri in recent weeks and it appears the Italian outfit wil looking at the chances of signing the youngster whose contract at Chelsea ends next summer. His agent said: "It's been a good time thanks to Montella who gave him confidence, acknowledged that he improved physically and did play him. [Mario] appreciates this thing, he is very well in Milan and is already in love with the society, the city, the whole environment. He's very glad that he trains with a good young coach like Montella from whom he can learn a lot." "Right now we do not talk [with Chelsea], we see later what … [Read more...]
Man Utd Vs Tottenham Line Up: Mourinho Confirms Duo Ruled Out Of Tottenham Clash
The duo defender Chris Smalling and Luke Shaw have been ruled out of Manchester United's clash with Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. United boss Jose Mourinho confirmed the duo would not be ready for the match at Old Trafford due to injury. When asked whether Smalling and Shaw could return, he simply said: "Not Sunday, no." Coach Jose Mourinho is obviously concerned about his options in defence since Eric Bailly is set to play in the Africa Cup of Nations in January. "Let's hope Smalling can recover in time to replace him in the squad because, with so many matches, we need players. "At the moment, we have Phil Jones, Bailly and Marcos Rojo [as centre-backs]. "We play Tottenham, West Brom and Reading, West Ham away [among others] - in that period we have … [Read more...]
Star Player Reveals What Chelsea Players Think About Conte’s Touchline Antics
Victor Moses has revealed Chelsea players are inspired by Antonio Conte's touchline antics. Conte joined Stamford Bridge last summer and has helped the Blues to the top of the Premier League table. However, the Italian is often criticized for his antics on the touchline. Victor Moses who has been a key part of the Blues success so far, has now admitted he is enjoying life under Conte, claiming his teammates are often loves the Italian's behaviour on the touchline. He told Sport magazine: ‘I’m pleased to have him, he is very passionate about the game. Obviously everyone’s seen him on the touchline. The way he reacts and stuff, we as players like it. ‘It motivated us to actually do well and work hard for him. ‘He is constantly in my ears just … [Read more...]
Arsenal Legend Disappointed He Was Not Given Any Coaching Chance At The Club
Former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira has admitted that the North London club let him down due to the fact that they didn't give him the opportunity to start his coaching career at the Emirates Stadium. Frenchman Vieira joined the club in 1996 from AC Milan and went on to spend 9 years winning 3 league titles (1997/98, 2001/02 and 2003/04), 4 English FA Cup titles (1997/98, 2001/02, 2002/03 and 2004/05) and 4 Community Shield titles (1998, 1999, 2002 and 2004) before leaving for Juventus in 2005. He came back to England in the twilight of his career to join Manchester City and ended up on their coaching team once he retired from football including taking charge of their development squad before recently been appointed as manager at the club's sister side in … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal Boss Wenger Rejects FIFA President Infantino’s World Cup Plans
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has stated that he is opposed to the new World Cup plans being driven by the president of Federation International Football Association (FIFA), Gianni Infantino, who until he assumed his present position was the Secretary General of European football's governing body, UEFA. Infantino recently disclosed that he has solid backing to increase the FIFA World Cup slots from 32 to 48 with 16 groups of three teams each being proposed as from the 2026 FIFA World Cup while a 40-team proposal is also on the table. When asked about his position on the proposal during his pre-match press conference ahead of Arsenal's English Premier League (EPL) clash with in-form Stoke City at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, Wenger said: "My thoughts on … [Read more...]
Tony Pulis Picks The Three Most Dangerous Chelsea Stars
West Bromvich Albion boss Tony Pulis has said the attacking trio of Diego Costa, Pedro and Eden Hazard are the most feared stars in the Chelsea squad ahead of their clash at Stamford Bridge. The Blues are currently on the top of the Premier League table after breezing past opponents in their recent games and Pulis believes a trip to the Stamford Bridge will be extremely tough and he is aware of the quality the side possesses. Speaking at his pre-match conference, Pulis said: ‘We’ve got a tough Christmas period ahead of us starting with Chelsea and a wonderful cup draw against Derby,’ he said ahead of Sunday’s encounter. ‘I always enjoy going to the big grounds. I hope the players go to Chelsea and enjoy it. We’ve got nothing to lose. ‘Pedro, Hazard and … [Read more...]