Former Liverpool player John Aldridge believes Manchester United can put an end to his old club's title hopes for this season if the red devils emerged victorious after the Anfield clash that will be played after the international break. Liverpool opened the new season impressively and were able to beat Arsenal 4-0, following their fine performances during their preseason tour. They are however not having the best of their time after winning just three of their last seven games and are currently sitting in the seventh spot of the premier league table with 12 points. Jurgen Klopp's side are seven points behind both Manchester United and Manchester City, and former Liverpool man John Aldridge is worried about the October 14 meeting. Speaking recently to the … [Read more...]
This Good News For Man United Fans Is Bad News For Liverpool
The international break is here again, and Patriots will be cheering up their respective countries for World Cup qualifiers and friendly games, England will face Slovenia and Lithuania for the race to the World Cup in Russia. Manchester United will be clashing with Liverpool immediately after the international break for their next premier league game, but the two England World Cup qualifying games could have a big bearing on that match at Anfield. There are reports that Man United boss Jose Mourinho is demanding that England head coach Gareth Southgate should give Marcus Rashford a rest when the country clash with Lithuania on Sunday. Mourinho reportedly feels there will be no need fielding Rashford on Sunday if England beat Slovenia at Wembley on Thursday - … [Read more...]
Chelsea Set To Snatch Star Player From Man Utd’s Grip
According to reports, defending premier league champions Chelsea are ready to splash huge cash when the January transfer window comes and will be bidding big for Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez with the hope of snatching him away from Man United's grip. It was also added that the Stamford Bridge club will make move for Juventus star player Alex Sandro so as to make Antonio Conte happy at the club. Sanchez' current contract at Arsenal expires at the end of this season, and top clubs across Europe are getting set to bring him to their respective sides. Man United manager Jose Mourinho is understood to be confident of securing a deal for the former Barcelona man for free at the end of this season, but Antonio Conte's side are now ready to rival them when winter … [Read more...]
Ronaldo Finally Admits: This Is Why I Left Man United
Current World Best footballer and former Manchester United star player Cristiano Ronaldo has explained that he left the Old Trafford club to seek bigger challenges after achieving all he could with the red devils. Ronaldo helped Man United win three Premier League titles and the Champions League between the 2006/07 and 2008/09 seasons. He also won the Ballon d’Or before making a move to Real Madrid for a whopping £80million. The Portuguese star player has gone on to establish himself as one of the best footballers in history and has helped his current side win three more Champions League silverware, earning him more Ballon d’Or awards in the process. There have been lots of speculations that his former side are trying to bring him back to Old Trafford, … [Read more...]
Manchester United Bans Star Player from…
According to new reports, premier league heavyweights Manchester United have slapped a ban on Paul Pogba from playing basketball due to their fear that the sport is contributing to their star player's injury problems. Pogba is currently sitting out with a hamstring injury which his Portuguese manager described as a 'long-term' one. The France international is recently in the United States and could be sidelined for the next six weeks, meaning he won't be able to feature for his side when they face the likes of Liverpool and Chelsea. Pogba is a lover of basketball and uploaded a handful of videos on instagram last summer of him playing the sport. However, the Sun claims his club are worried that playing basketball has impacted his fitness and they want him … [Read more...]
Chelsea Star Player: No, I Won’t Leave Stamford Bridge
Chelsea star player Michy Batshauyi has defended Hazard's remarks about his need to leave Stamford Bridge in the summer. Eden admonished his countryman to look for other opportunities elsewhere during the past summer transfer window when the blues appeared ready to bring in Fernando Llorente from Swansea City. Fernando, however, ended up at Tottenham Hotspur, giving just Batshauyi the chance to fight for the goal-scoring role with Alvaro Morata. Michy played the role of an alternative striker last season behind Diego Costa, and has resumed the same role this season behind summer signing Morata. Despite scoring the important goal that helped Chelsea win the premier league trophy last season, he has played just 99 minutes in the premier league this … [Read more...]
Deal Almost Agreed as Liverpool target hints at January exit
Southampton center-back Virgil van Dijk has hinted he would still like to leave the English Premier League club when the January transfer window reopens in the New year. The Netherlands international defender submitted a transfer request back in August and said he wanted to join Merseyside giant Liverpool. His Premier League club Southampton refused to cash in on the former Celtic player, who returned to their first team for the first time this campaign on Saturday. Southampton manager Mauricio Pellegrino told Van Dijk, who signed a new six-year deal back in May 2016, to train away from the team in July amid rumour over his future. The 26-year-old played his first match of the season when he came off the bench against Crystal Palace in September, and then … [Read more...]
Arsenal shareholder denies he is planning to sell stake to Stan Kroenke
Russian Billionaire Alisher Usmanov has denied he is in planning to cash in on his 30 per cent stake in Premier League giant Arsenal to majority shareholder American Stan Kroenke. According to media reports, Stan Kroenke’s company Kroenke Sports Enterprise [KSE] UK was set to offer £525million to purchase the 18,695 shareholdings held by Alisher Usmanov's Red and White Securities Limited. Despite being the second biggest individual shareholder in the English Premier League club, Alisher Usmanov has not been handed a seat on the board, leading to claims the Russian businessmen may be seriously considering his long-term options. However, in an official statement released on Wednesday afternoon, Alisher Usmanov moved to debunk the rumour and allay fears he was … [Read more...]
‘Chelsea made a mistake’ Legend questions creative star player’s Sale
Premier League Champions Chelsea made a big mistake in cashing in on Nemanja Matic to rival Manchester United this summer. That’s the candid opinion of Chelsea legend Ray Wilkins who cannot understand why the club decided to take the decision to let the Serbian international leave for Old Trafford. Nemanja Matic has started well at Manchester United as Portuegese tactician Jose Mourinho looks to win the Red Devil’s their first English Premier League title since Sir Alex Ferguson retired. The Premier League giant currently sit second on the log with just lousy neighbours Manchester City ahead Mourinho’s team on goal difference. Wilkins said on Sky Sports, “Why did Chelsea sell him [Namanja Matic] at £40million?”. “I [Ray Wilkins] have no idea, I [Ray … [Read more...]
This Bad News For Chelsea Is Good News For Man United
The Spanish Football Federation recently made it known that the blues new boy Alvaro Morata has sustained a myofascial injury to his hamstring muscles, which means the Spanish forward could actually be sidelined in the club's next seven games. Morata limped off the pitch holding his thigh during Chelsea's Saturday premier league game against Manchester City at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea boss Antonio Conte initially suggested the player had been withdrawn only to avoid something more dangerous, but it was more serious than first realised. The former Real Madrid striker is now likely to sit-out for up to six weeks for his recovery - which means he won't be available for his side's busy fixtures this month. Chelsea will first play Crystal Palace immediately … [Read more...]
Chelsea, Man United Aims At Getting Signature Of Dael Fry
According to reports, both Chelsea and Manchester United are keeping tabs on Boro star player Dael Fry and are set to make a move for him when the winter transfer window open. The defender spent the first half of last term at Rotherham, but his contract at the club was terminated at the beginning of this year after he was only able to make just ten starts. However, the 20-year-old has broken into the first-team at Middleborough this season and has been so impressive at the Championship side. His impressive performances has caught the attention of top premier league sides, including Chelsea and Manchester United who are now monitoring his situation at the club (via Daily Mail). Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is understood to still need some defensive … [Read more...]
Surprising! Mesut Ozil heading to Man Utd in January
Premier League giant Manchester United will make an approach to sign Arsenal star Mesut Ozil on a free transfer from their arch-rivals this coming January. As per The Independent, the FIFA World Cup-winning playmaker has shown no real intent to stay at the Emirates Stadium, following the expiration of this season. United manager Jose Mourinho and German Mesut Ozil enjoyed a brilliant working relationship at Spanish La Liga giant Real Madrid, where both men teamed up back in 2010, winning the Spanish La Liga and the Spanish Copa del Rey together. The 28-year-old midfielder had been earning several reviews for his outings at the FIFA World Cup in South Africa and that even led to Wayne Rooney suggesting to former boss Sir Alex Ferguson to snap him up as the … [Read more...]
Man Utd fans not worried by Romelu Lukaku’s latest injury
Ordinarily, fans begin to panic when they hear that their star player could be sidelined for a period of time with an injury. So you would expect Manchester United fans to be worried, upon hearing striker Romelu Lukaku has injured his ankle. But surprisingly, they are not concerned at all. Instead, they're positive about the whole situation. And Jose Mourinho must be thanked for this. The former Everton striker injured his ankle during United’s 4-0 Premier League victory over Crystal Palace last weekend, and there were fears initially he had sustained ligament damage. But an MRI scan later puts these fears away, meaning the Belgian could return playing for United in their very next match. The big striker is set to link up with his international … [Read more...]
Good News – Man United Can Now Sign Leon Goretzka
Schalke star player Leon Goretzka has emerged as a target for a handful of top clubs across Europe as he approaches the end of his contract at the Bundesliga club. It is very much unlikely that the player will have a change of mind to extend his stay at Schalke, and premier league heavyweights Manchester United were one of the English clubs recently linked with the 22-year-old. And in a new development, Jose Mourinho's side are understood to have been given a big boost to their hopes of sealing the midfielder's transfer, with Spanish heavyweights Barcelona ruling out a move to get his signature for the main time. The talented youngster will be a free agent next summer and would surely be a nice one for Man United or any other club that will eventually get … [Read more...]
Lacazette Enjoying Playing Alongside Alexis Sanchez
Arsenal summer signing Alexandre Lacazette says he’s loving his burgeoning partnership with Chilean Alexis Sanchez and says the attacker’s passion for the game of football was one of the reasons he opted chose to join Arsenal. The France international striker has outshone Sanchez so far this League season – the record signing is Arsenal’s top-scorer so far with four goals and has had more shots on target – eight of the - than Sanchez – but Lacazette is still impressed by the contract rebel. Lacazette told Arsenal Player that Alexis Sanchez was one of the reasons why he decided to come to the North London club – to play with a top player like Alexis Sanchez. The striker said just watching the Chilean training, play football and his mental attitude is a … [Read more...]
Steven Gerrard: I Wish Liverpool Will Sign Man United Target, Harry Kane!
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard is recently singing the praises of Tottenham Hotspur star player Harry Kane, and he expressed his desire of seeing the striker play at Anfield someday. Harry has evolved into one of the best strikers not only in the premier league, but in the world at large. Last season, he beat former Everton striker Romelu Lukaku to win the Golden Boot after ending the season as the player with the highest goals in the premier league, and he is still on fire currently this new season. The Englishman has scored 11 times in his opening nine appearances for his club and many are already admitting he is now at the level of the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. And former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has heaped lots of praises … [Read more...]
Trouble Looming At Stamford Bridge As Zappacosta Fires Warnings To Moses
Chelsea summer signing Davide Zappacosta has made it known that he is aiming to become a regular player at his new club, and has fired some warnings to his wing-back rival Victor Moses. The Italian star player said he is 'convinced' he will become a regular at Stamford Bridge, which, of course, will be to the detriment of Moses' playing time. Zappacosta moved to Chelsea from Torino in the summer and the Italy international has made some good impression already in London. He was able to score a superb goal on his debut for Chelsea during their Champions League group opener against Qarabag - which led to Victor Moses being mocked by his team-mates on the bench. And, here is another warning to Victor to watch out for his position in Antonio Conte's … [Read more...]
Liverpool fans will be angry with Klopp for not signing Davinson Sanchez & Kalidou Koulibaly
Liverpool supporters will not be glad about reports emanating today suggesting manager Jurgen Klopp rejected the opportunity to sign two top-class defenders this summer. The Merseyside giant spent the majority of the summer transfer window chasing targets, unsuccessfully as it resulted, defender Virgil van Dijk, with Premier League side Southampton simply refusing to cash in on the Dutchman. However, reports emanating from Holland claim the Reds did have options lined up – with Ajax star’s Davinson Sanchez among the alternative targets they looked at, as per De Telegraaf. The Colombian defender of course signed for Tottenham Hotspurs in a £42m transfer deal – and the defender has looked like a good signing for Mauricio Pochettino’s side. Furthermore, it’s … [Read more...]
Arsenal set to lose out on Kepa Arrizabalaga
Premier League giant Arsenal are set to lose out on goalkeeper target as he is prepared to sign a new contract that will include a release clause, according to reports. Arsenal and Spanish La Liga giant Real Madrid target Kepa Arrizabalaga is ready to pen a new contract with Spanish La Liga side Athletic Bilbao. According to a report by top publication Marca, the 23-year-old Bilbao safe hand has all but agreed a new contract with a salary increase amounting to around £2.7million and his buyout clause believed to be about £8.8million will increase to a whopping £66.5million. The goalie is out of contract at the end of the current League season, and he recently asked for a new contract with a bumper pay rise. Kepa Arrizabalaga is able to negotiate the transfer … [Read more...]
Hero Picks Major Chelsea Flaws After Manchester City Defeat
There have been different reactions to Man City's win over Chelsea on Saturday at Stamford Bridge, and various people are seeing things from different perspectives. And the thoughts of former England international Alan Shearer towards the game is that the premier league champions made some blunders during the summer transfer window which were exposed at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. The London club were beaten 1-0 by visitors Manchester City and couldn't earn any point from the clash. Former Blues star player Kevin De Bruyne scored the sole goal of the game to help his current side get all three points from his former club. But to Shearer, the defeat is actually not the major issue on Saturday, but Alvaro Morata being forced off the pitch with a hamstring … [Read more...]
Liverpool Target Virgil Van Dijk Hints Of Possible January Move
Southampton central defender Virgil Van Dijk has indicated he would be interested in moving to Anfield in the upcoming winter transfer window if the reds can persuade his current side to sell him. Van Dijk was a hot prospect during the summer transfer window after emerging as a target for a handful of top English clubs including Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool. He, however, favoured a move to Anfield after Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is reported to have held a meeting with him to convince him to come play at his side. The deal was nevertheless paused when the Saints accused Jurgen Klopp's side of approaching their skipper illegally, forcing Liverpool to issue a public apology as they were being threatened to be reported to the FA. On his part, … [Read more...]
Julian Draxler linked with move to Arsenal in January
According to reports, Arsenal are preparing for the possibility of a winter swap deal, which would see Chilean Alexis Sanchez and German Julian Draxler swap clubs. Alexis Sanchez will see his Arsenal deal expire next summer, and with no renewal looking likely to being agreed, the forward could move on for nothing in July. However, Arsenal could look to act fast by getting something done in January, and as per The Daily Star, they could land a good deal with Frech Ligue 1 giant Paris Saint-Germain involving Julian Draxler. The Germany international attacking midfielder only joined the big spenders in January for a fee thought to be worth £40million, according to The Guardian, and Draxler has done pretty well, netting 11 goals in 33 matches and establishing … [Read more...]
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