A return to Seria A could be on the cards for Mateo Kovacic, although Liverpool have shown keen interest for the Croatian. After an inconsistent season with Real Madrid, Mateo Kovacic is interesting a number of clubs, with Serie A giants Roma facing competition in the form of Liverpool. The Premier League side suffered their own inconsistencies during 2015-16, replacing coach Brendan Rodgers with Borussia Dortmund icon, Jurgen Klopp, who recently took the Reds to the Europa League final, only for them to be defeated by Sevilla. It is thought that Liverpool could swoop for Kovacic with a €30 million bid, while the Giallorossi favour a season-long loan move , with Real happy to accept either deal. The Croatian midfielder knows Serie A well after two … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte answers his critics
Following their two consecutive victories in France, Conte's men have now progressed to the round of 16, and the incoming Chelsea boss has called on fans to join celebrate him team's performance. After Italy secured their spot in the next round of the European Championship , Antonio Conte has revealed his delight in having surpassed the scepticism that had previously surrounded the squad. A dramatic 1-0 victory over Sweden on Friday means that the Azzurri will now advance to the Round of 16 after only just two Euro 2016 matches, and the passionate tactician has since praised his Nazionale squad for suppressing the tough Swedish opposition. “First of all I think that this satisfaction should be enjoyed by all,” said Conte to the press. “Only very few … [Read more...]
Arsenal target Jamie Vardy admits using nicotine pouches
England’s Jamie Vardy has admitted that he uses nicotine pouches and does not like spending time in the gym but has no intention of changing a routine which runs contrary to what is expected of a striker who wants to lead his country’s line deep into the European Championships. Vardy, who scored England’s vital equaliser against Wales in Lens on Thursday, was pictured last week holding a pouch of powdered chewing tobacco, known as snus, which sources at Leicester say he places in his mouth, underneath his gum, during games. But despite one expert saying this week that the stimulant could boost performance by seven per cent and the anti-doping authorities monitoring it, Vardy insisted he had had the patches checked. “It’s just something I’ve always done and … [Read more...]
Vardy to remain at club- Leicester Chief
Leicester remain hopeful of keeping striker Jamie Vardy away from potential suitors, according to vice-chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha. … [Read more...]
David Ospina the hero as Colombia see off Peru in penalty shootout
Colombia reached the semifinals of the Copa America Centenario by beating Peru on penalties in New Jersey. The two teams played out a low-key goalless draw at MetLife Stadium, Colombia with the better chances until stoppage time, when Peru defender Christian Ramos threatened a dramatic winner. Colombia's goalkeeper David Ospina, who plays for Arsenal in the Premier League, then saved from Miguel Trauco before Christian Cueva's miss handed Colombia a 4-2 win in the shootout. Carlos Bacca's early run and shot drew a sharp save from Peru keeper Pedro Gallese while at the other end, Paulo Guerrero's cross was headed over by Edison Flores. The best chance yet came when Colombia captain James Rodriguez curled a shot with his weaker right foot from 20 yards … [Read more...]
klopp turns 49 and the cake is amazing
Jurgen Klopp celebrated is 49th birthday in style aftre Liverpool presented him with a unique life-sized caricature at his office at Melwood. The reds tasked local baker Craig Cullen with creating Klopp's stunning cake, which took four days of hard graft to create. Moulded to the near-precise size of Klopp’s head, it took Cullen four days of solid work to complete as he added in all the intricate details. It was completed by the spray painting of food colouring around the outside of the cake. The whole of the masterpiece, made from a base of Rice Krispies, melted marshmellows, chocolate sponge and buttercream, is edible apart from the trademark glasses. Cullen told Liverpool’s official website: “I made the cake because I am surrounded by … [Read more...]
Manchester United lead the chase to sign Bordeaux’s Adam Ounas
Manchester United are leading the race to sign Adam Ounas from Bordeaux despite other clubs vying for the signature of the youngster. The 19-year old is in hot demand after a brilliant season for his club in Ligue 1, with United leading the pack having tabled a fee of about £8 million according to French media Stoke City, Southampton, Napoli as well as newly promoted Bundesliga side Red Bull Leipzig are all really interested in bringing the France Under-20 international to their respective clubs. The French club have endured recent struggles as of late and could only finish 11th last season but despite this Ounas was still able to score five goals and notch two assists in 24 appearances for the club in their last campaign. Despite the player’s fine … [Read more...]