Despite various reports linking Serbian and Chelsea central defender Branislav Ivanovic away from Stamford Bridge in January, the powerful defender has come out to insists he still has a place in Chelsea’s new starting eleven spot. The 32-year old star who has been a regular in the Blues’ squad for several seasons now, has suddenly fallen down the pecking order in Chelsea’s new boss Antonio Conte’s 3-4-3 formation. The once dreaded defender has suddenly becomes a shadow of himself, with every winger running at him at the back of defence. Speaking in recent interview after the international break in which he featured for his national team games, the UEFA Champions League winner said: “I am sure the Chelsea manager will have been watching the games because … [Read more...]
Gossip – Star Defender Ready To Sign New Deal With Arsenal
Reports claim that Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny is close to signing a new deal with Arsenal. French publication L’Equipe reports that the contract of the defender will come to an end in the summer but it is expected that the French international defender will not hesitate to sign a new deal and commit his future to the London club. The 31-year-old defender joined Arsenal from French club Lorient in 2010 and has gone on to become an established player at the Emirates. With a lot of superb performances for the club, Arsenal will be willing to tie down the defender to a deal for a long time and reports claim that there is a deal in place to keep Koscielny at the club till 2020. With his current deal set to expire at the end of the season the defender is … [Read more...]
Versatile French midfielder to complete chelsea move – mikel & Fabregas to Give way
Various reports making the rounds claims that Chelsea are making plans to bring in French and Inter Milan versatile midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia to Stamford Bridge in January. This follows after a poor run in form of creative midfielder Cesc Fabregas and defensive midfielder John Obi Mikel. The two midfielders have failed to replicate last two season’s forms which saw them winning the EPL title and as such, they have both fallen down the pecking order in Antonio Conte’s starting eleven. Mikel is yet to make any appearances for the Blues this season and a move-away from Stamford Bridge could take place in January, after the player recently voiced his frustration of lack of playing time. Kondogbia joined the Italian giants last summer from Ligue One side … [Read more...]
England Duo To Complete Shock Chelsea Move in January, players set To Battle Starting Spot
Chelsea and England international midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek could be on his way out of Stamford Bridge in January, after failing to force his way into Antonio Conte’s starting squad. According to report from Matt Law of The Telegraph, West Ham United are interested in securing the highly rated midfielder on a six months loan. The 20-years old star has failed to establish himself in Chelsea team and playing regularly has become a big issue for the player. The player could be moving to West Ham with the hope of proving his doubters wrong and enjoying first team football even as the club pushes for domestic glory. Report also has it that West Ham are not only interested in Loftus Cheek but are also keen on luring in unsettled young star Dominic … [Read more...]
Reports – Real Madrid Set To Make Shock Move For Arsenal Midfielder
In what could be termed as a shock move, reports claim that Spanish giants Real Madrid are interested in signing Aaron Ramsey from Arsenal. According to thesun Real Madrid are prepared to pay Arsenal 25 million pounds to try to lure the midfielder to the Spanish capital and reunite with his country man Gareth Bale. The versatile midfielder is top on Real Madrid’s lift of potential transfer targets because of his ability to play in various positions across midfield. Madrid is confident of getting their target to leave the gunners to join them because Zinedine Zidane is prepared to offer the Welsh international regular playing time. Ramsey’s season has been hampered by a hamstring injury and the 25-year-old has just been able to start once in the premier … [Read more...]
Reports – Manchester United Star Set To Be Demoted
Reports in the British media claim that Wayne Rooney could have the England captaincy taken from him. This comes after the Manchester United star was pictured drinking during the international break. The forward attended a wedding party at the hotel of the National team but pictures showed him looking like he had too much to drink. The English Football Association are now looking into claims that Rooney did not listen to the request of England interim manager Gareth Southgate. It is believed that Southgate told Rooney along with two staff member of the England FA that it was time to go and retire for the night only for the captain to go back to the party. Photographs of Rooney then surfaced with claims he continued drinking till five in the morning. The … [Read more...]
Arsenal Injury Update – Midfielder Ruled Himself Out Of Manchester United Match
Arsenal will be without one of their star midfielders on Saturday as they face Manchester United at Old Trafford. Santi Cazorla has stated he is still injured and returning to the gunner’s first team could take several weeks. The Spaniard last played for Arsenal in their 6-0 win over Ludogorets at the Emirates in the Champions league on October 19 where he hobbled off in the second half after picking up an Achilles injury. With the international break over Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger had hoped to have all his players fit and in top shape. Players like Alexis Sanchez and Hector Bellerin got injured during the international break and will be assessed ahead of the weekend match. Wenger was hoping that he would receive some good news concerning Cazorla but the … [Read more...]