Both players were said to be doomed when their respective coaches were named as new managers at the beginning with the bulky Ivory Coast midfield turismo Yaya Toure and the Spanish midfielder Juan Mata both falling out with their coaches at previous clubs . Yaya has playing time reduced under Pep in Barcelona before being shipped off to Manchester after being unable to displace Sergio Busquets at the base of the Barcelona midfield while Juan Mata after being publicly criticized by Mourinho at Chelsea for his inability to contribute defensively and support fullbacks then later relegated to a long spell on the bench before he was bought by David Moyes. Fast forward three seasons later both Mourinho and Pep are bosses in Manchester of Yaya Toure and Juan Mata in … [Read more...]
Confirmed: Chelsea Defensive Target To Sign For Club – Talks On-going
Chelsea hope of signing Bosnian defender Sead Kolasinac has hit the rock, with recent report from talksport.com claiming that the highly rated centre back is planning to pen down a new deal with his German club Schalke 04 . Earlier report had it that Premier League giants Manchester United, Chelsea and West Ham United were all interested in the service of the 23-years old star, whose current deal with the German side runs out at the end of the season. Speaking to the media, the highly rated defender confirmed that his current club general manager Christian Heidel and his agent have been in touch about a new deal. "I feel good here and Schalke is a great club," Kolasinac told Kicker. "Heidel has already contacted my agent over prolonging my contract. "It … [Read more...]
Good News: Highly rated Italian Star To Join Chelsea In January, Player Ready To Force Move
If rumours making the round are anything to go-by, then Italy and Fiorentina winger Federico Bernardeschi could be heading to Stamford Bridge in the winter transfer window. According to report from Daily Star, the 22-years old star is planning to force a move out of his Italian team to join Chelsea in January. Bernardeschi who has come through the youth rank at Fiorentina to become part of the senior team has been on fine form this season. He scored a brace for the Serie A side last weekend as his team defeated Empoli by 4 goals to nil. Antonio Conte is reportedly planning to reshuffle his team in January with some fresh legs coming in while surplus players going out of Stamford Bridge. Midfield duo Cesc Fabregas and John Obi Mikel could be heading out … [Read more...]
Highly rated defender signs new bumper Arsenal Deal
Blitzing Spanish right back Hector Bellerin has signed a new long term deal with Arsenal. While there had been rumours of Arsene Wenger looking to offer a new deal to the fleet footed right back amidst heavy Barcelona and Manchester City interest, Bellerin whose rise to stardom started from last season after being promoted to the senior team. The Catalonia born right back has put in an amazing performance also running into this season until he was injured. It was rumored his agent Albert Botines was in London last week to discuss with Arsenal representatives on terms of a new contract for Hector. “Hector is really playing good football here, he loves the team and is excited with the prospects and wants to remain here for a long time, contract shoud be … [Read more...]
We have to be positive, Star player rallies fans and teammates
Manchester United deserve to be challenging at the top of the Premier League after 3 draws in games with so many chances said Juan Mata. The Spaniard who scored a wonderful goal to open the scoring against the gunners wasn't all pleased when Giroud equalised to give Arsenal a draw . United dominated for most of the match but were unlucky to score a second goal , leaving the Portuguese a heavy heart and in search for a league win against one of the top four teams on the table. According to ManchesterEveningNews, Juan Mata believes it is a similar story to draws against Stoke City and Burnley FC, and if Man United had got what they deserved they would be sitting at the top of the table rather than trying to climb. “We had three games, three draws and I … [Read more...]
Why Coutinho should stay at Liverpool and ignore Barcelona
The Klopp renaissance has swept Barcelona and crucial to that resurrection is a certain Brazilian playmaker by the name of Coutinho. So far, he has had an outstanding season and has a wonderful return on both goals scored and chances created. His performance hasn't gone unnoticed as there has been various flirtations and several attempts by both officials and journos linking the midfield maestro to the Catalan club. Before giving reasons why he shouldn't join the club there are several reasons why he would want to, given that he is a Brazilian and a South American the allure of playing in a traditional club like Barcelona would appeal to his persona for an array of reasons. The climate is a lot more favorable, he has had previous experience of the city having … [Read more...]
Like Sir Alex like Pochettino
Like Sir Alex like Pochettino Sir Alex made the premiership goodbye since 2013 and Manchester United has been reeling ever since, they have struggled to positions of 7th under Moyes, 4th and 5th under Louis Van Gaal and are presently in 6th under Jose Mourinho, but on Saturday the 19th of November a scenario very reminiscent of United under Ferguson unfolded before our eyes at White Hart Lane as Tottenham came back from a 2-1 deficit with over 75 minutes gone to win the game 3-2 in extra time to end their 4 match run without a win. Daniel Levy has struck gold, Pochettino has been stellar since he left Southampton for White Hart Lane, while it might have been seen as underwhelming to finish below Arsenal last season, Tottenham has been translated to a serious … [Read more...]