After an outstanding performance that saw the Blues victorious over Manchester City in the weekend, Chelsea will be expected to put in same performance when they take on West Brom this coming Sunday. The Stamford Bridge outfit have won their last eight matches in a row, while conceding just two goals. Their fine run of form have seen them at the top of the Premier League table with 34 points after 14 games. Tony Pulis team are also on a good form. They defeated Watford by 3-1 over the weekend and are sitting on the 7th position in the EPL table with just a point below Manchester United. Spanish creative midfielder Cesc Fabregas puts in a great performance in the absence of Nemanja Matic over the weekend . He created the first assist against Manchester City … [Read more...]
Chelsea Want To Snatch £25m Man Utd Target To Complete Their 3-4-3 Formation
Chelsea FC manager Antonio Conte thinks defender Virgil van Dijk will become a perfect replacement for legend John Terry at Stamford Bridge, reports stated. Since joining Southampton FC from Celtic last year, Virgil Van Dijk has played 53 matches for the club and the 25-year-old has earned rave reviews for his performances in the Premier League. According to The Times, the outstanding performances of the 25-year old defender at the back seems to have gotten the attention of Chelsea boss Antonio Conte. It was suggested that Conte might try getting the Dutchman’s signature in the next transfer market next January. However, before the blues decide showing interest in Van Dijk, there have been speculations that some elites English teams are already working to … [Read more...]
Real Madrid Surprisingly Linked With Arsenal Star
UEFA Champions League (UCL) holders Real Madrid have reportedly been linked with the vice-captain of Arsenal, Laurent Koscielny, as a possible reinforcement at the Santiago Bernebeu. Koscielny, widely regarded as one of the best centre backs in the English Premier League (EPL), has been a top performer for his club and developed into a key player with the Emirates Stadium side since he made a move from France. According to reports from Spain, the 11-time European champions are willing to offer a mammoth fee of around £37.8m however whether that would be enough to let Arsenal release him is a different kettle of fish entirely. Real Madrid have seen a settled centre back partnership of skipper Sergio Ramos and young French defender Raphael Varane in the past … [Read more...]
Fact: Manchester United To Agree Surprising January Deal
According to a new report, West Ham United are considering a January loan move for Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini Fellaini, though is part of Jose Mourinho's plans, the Belgium international has been on the outer edge of the first team in recent weeks. Manchester United fans have not forgotten quickly that the 29-year-old was responsible for giving away the crucial penalty in Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Everton after coming on the pitch as a late substitute for Mourinho's side. After West Ham's disgracefully lost at home to Arsenal at the weekend, West Ham manager Slaven Bilic thinks that his team’s ‘intensity’ had gone from last season. 'The dedication to the cause is missing,’ he said. ‘The majority of the team, individually, have lost that … [Read more...]
Fact: Wenger Is Not Dreading ‘Potential’ UCL Draw With Holders Real
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is not afraid of getting a last 16 UEFA Champions League (UCL) clash with defending champions Real Madrid when the draws are made on Monday. The 67-year old made this known during his pre-match press conference ahead of Arsenal's English Premier League (EPL) clash with Stoke City on Saturday evening. When asked about a potentially difficult draw in the UCL. In his words, he said: "You look at the teams we can get, some look more prestigious, more difficult, and you would like me to say ‘I don’t want this team or that team’ but that would put us already in an inferior position if it happens." "You can take Real Madrid, one of the favorites to win the competition, even against them we will have a chance of qualifying. "Another … [Read more...]
Your Chance Will Come, Liverpool Defender Sweet Words To Failing Striker
Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren has disclosed that he told his club teammate and striker Divock Origi to continue working hard and that he will get his chance to feature for Jurgen Klopp's side regularly having been on the fringes of the team since the start of the season. The Belgian star, who was signed from French side Lille Metropole, is presently reaping the rewards at the moment after netting three goals in three starts for Liverpool in their last three games. Lovren made this revelation while speaking to the club's official website. He said: "I spoke a couple of times with Divock and it’s a bit like I’m his older brother and he’s listening to me! "Actually, he’s amazing, especially for a young player. I can’t believe that I’m saying he’s young because … [Read more...]
Finally! Defensive Midfielder Respond To Manchester United Transfer Rumour!
With Jose Mourinho keen on improving his defense strength come January, the red devils are keeping tab on outstanding players around the globe. One of the defenders who have been linked for a move is Southampton centre-half Jose Fonte. 32-year old Fonte earlier this week fueled the speculation when he announced Southampton's decision to not offer him a new contract. However, talented Southampton midfielder Steven Davis said he is not worried about United's pursuit of Jose Fonte. Davis said his club are used to losing high-profile players in recent seasons and he is very confident that Manchester United's interest in Fonte will have no affect on the squad. "We are well used to it by now. In my time here we have sold a lot of players, a lot of big players, and … [Read more...]