Mainstream Chilean news outlet El Mercurio is claiming in a report published today, that Chile international Alexis Sanchez signed a contract to join Premier League rivals Manchester City yesterday. If true, it could have serious ramifications. They claimed Manchester City is not staying calm over the calamitous transfer saga of yesterday that saw the Gunners agree to cash in on Sanchez to Manchester City in the morning, only to withdraw when their expected replacement, Monaco’s Thomas Lemar, opted not to join them. But El Mercurio is the claiming that the Chilean had already signed a deal, which leaves us with several questions that are not yet answered by the Chilean news outlet. Obviously, it was not a contract deal that formerly made him a Manchester … [Read more...]
Philippe Coutinho makes remarkable recovery to score
Liverpool and Brazil international playmaker Philippe Coutinho returned to his sparkling best for the National team last night and found the back of the net in their 2-0 victory against South America opponent Ecuador. The 25-year-old midfield maestro submitted an official transfer request last month in an attempt to push through a transfer to La Liga giant FC Barcelona, but the transfer looks dead with the Spanish La Liga transfer window set to slam shut midnight today. The South American is yet to play in any club competition for Liverpool this new season with Red manager Jurgen Klopp claiming he was nursing a back injury. The midfielder, however, showed little signs of any injury or pain when he tied up well with Paris Saint Germain star Neymar Jr to score … [Read more...]
Tottenham was behind ross barkley refusal to join Chelsea
According to the Telegraph, England international Ross Barkley pulled out of a move to join Premier League Champions Chelsea because his club Everton refused to discuss with Tottenham Hotspurs. Several British news outlets reported late on Thursday that the Everton star had shockingly pulled the plug on a transfer to Stamford Bridge despite the fact the Blues had already agreed on a transfer fee of £30m with his club Everton. The 23-year-old midfielder wants more time to take a decision on his future, although there are conflicting claims whether the midfielder was actually taking Chelsea medical when took the shocking decision to go back to Goodison Park. North London club Tottenham were strongly linked with a transfer for Barkley throughout the summer … [Read more...]
Arsenal demand £55million for Mesut Ozil as Barcelona side make late enquiry
Premier League giant Arsenal have told La Liga side FC Barcelona to cough out £55million for Germany international Mesut Ozil after the Blaugrana asked about the availability of Ozil late on deadline day, according to media reports in Spain. Spanish media outfit Cadena COPE report that the La Liga side are now considering a transfer for the German as Merseysiders Liverpool continue to stand firm over Brazilian Philippe Coutinho’s availability. Mesut Ozil has less than 12 months left on his current Arsenal contract with the Gunners and would be available for free at the end of the current League season. In August, it was reported that the former Real Madrid midfield maestro was close to renewing his contract with Arsenal, believed to be worth £225,000 … [Read more...]
Philippe Coutinho Bid of £138M Reportedly Submitted by Barcelona side On Deadline Day
According to reports, Barcelona have made a last push to sign Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho in the form of a £138 million offer. The Guardian reported the Blaugrana has tabled a fourth offer for the midfielder. While the summer transfer deadline for English teams signing players was on Thursday, clubs in the Spanish La Liga have until 12:00 midnight on Friday to sign any new player. It means Brazilian Coutinho could still join Barcelona. Indeed, the Reds released a statement earlier in the summer saying they would not consider any bids for Coutinho despite Barcelona's admiring approaches and substantial offer. The Brazilian then handed in a transfer request in a bid to seal his move. The pursuit of Coutinho has been a desperate one from Barcelona, as … [Read more...]
Official: Deal done as Tottenham beat Chelsea to Fernando Llorente on deadline day
Tottenham Hotspur have announced they have signed Swansea City forward and Chelsea target Fernando Llorente on a two-year contract deal right after the transfer window closed. According to reports, the Spain international striker cost Spurs a transfer fee of about £12million, with Premier League Champions Chelsea beaten to his capture in a surprise deadline day twist. The Chelsea target’s good form for Swansea City last campaign played a major part in keeping the Welsh club in the English Premier League, as he netted 15 goals in 33 appearances. That season ended up being the Llorente’s only season with Swansea, as the North London club have signed him up to deputize for first-choice striker Harry Kane. The 32-year-old also impressed Chelsea boss Antonio … [Read more...]
Done deal as Chelsea finally secure late signing of Danny Drinkwaterafter deadline day
Premier League Champions Chelsea have announced the signing of England international midfielder Danny Drinkwater from rivals Leicester City, with the midfielder signing a five-year contract. Chelsea have finally signed the 2015/16 English Premier League champion in a transfer fee thought believed to be more than £30million. The 27-year-old joined Leicester City from Premier League giants Manchester United back in 2012 and has since then enjoyed a staggering rise with the King Power Stadium, which got to its peak when they surprisingly won the premier league title under Italian tactician Claudio Ranieri. He will now join up with former team-mate, France international N’Golo Kante in Chelsea’s Central midfield. Drinkwater expressed his delighted to be a … [Read more...]
Done deal as Chelsea complete transfer of Davide Zappacosta
Premier League Champions Chelsea have made public the completed transfer of defender Davide Zappacosta from Serie A side Torino in a reported transfer fee of £23million on deadline day. The powerful serie A Italian defender emerged as a surprise transfer target for the Blues late on in this summer transfer window, with Chelsea manager Antonio Conte finally managing to secure the signature of another player as a deputy in the wing-back positions. The defender has impressed with his Serie A side and with his national team, though is not the big name player many Chelsea supporters will have been asking for. Still, Antonio Conte wont't be very pleased as he has failed n an attempt to sign the likes of Alex Sandro, Candreva and Oxlade-Chamberlain, Antonio Conte … [Read more...]
Ross Barkley backs out of £35m transfer after medical
Chelsea target Ross Barkley has turned down the opportunity to join the Premier League Champions and prefers to 'reconsider his position' in the January window. The Everton star has been linked with the Blues, Arsenal and Spurs on the summer transfer deadline day, and was close to joining Chelsea. However, the England star has now opted not to join Conte's side, with Everton’s majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri telling Sky Sports via a telephone conversation that the 23-year-old Everton ace is now considering his options after rejecting a transfer despite undergoing a medical examination at Chelsea’s training ground. When the Everton Chief was asked about how it unfolded, Moshiri said: "The two clubs (Everton and Chelsea) agreed a (transfer) deal of £35m, I … [Read more...]
Arsenal and West Ham in talks for England midfielder
According to latest reports, Arsenal and England international midfielder Jack Wilshere could join Premier League West Ham United this summer transfer window. Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere could yet get his boyhood wish to play for West Ham. As per the Telegraph, West Ham United may make a transfer move for him should they lose FC Barcelona midfielder Andre Gomes to Tottenham Hotspur. Despite reports earlier this summer that they weren’t seeking midfielders, West Ham’s pursuit of William Carvalho and Andre Gomes says otherwise. Should they be unable to sign Gomes, they could try to lure 25-year-old Wilshere permanently or on a season long loan. Rumours about the Arsenal man’s future seemed to reduce as the season started, as no club showed interest. However, it … [Read more...]
Manchester United Make Late Move For Mourinho’s Favourite Target
Manchester United have a last-ditch attempt to snatch Brazilian attacker, Willian from Chelsea, according to reports. The 29-year-old has repeatedly linked with a reunion with his former boss, Jose Mourinho and even confessed to have held talks with the United boss last summer over a possible move. Mourinho also came out to hail the qualities of the attacker as he was one of his most trusted hands during his time at Stamford Bridge; Having completed a stunning move for Nemanja Matic from the Blues, the Portuguese boss will look to reinforce his ranks with a fourth signing and another raid of his former side could be in the offing on the transfer deadline day. Reports in the Sun claim that United will attempt a late steal on the Blues before the end of the … [Read more...]
Manchester United Might Complete Shock Deadline Move For Serie A Winger
Manchester United are poised to make one final offer for Inter Milan winger, Ivan Perisic, according to reports. The 28-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford all summer following reports that United boss Jose Mourinho is a keen admirer of his qualities and sees him as a viable option to man the left-wing position in his side. However, United have seen three massive bids turned down by Inter for Perisic as the Italian giants insist that the winger is not for sale, sparking suggestions that the player could be up for a contract renewal in order to fend off interest from the Red Devils But Sky Sports reporter Alan Erwin believes Manchester United have not given up on signing the Croatian and will continue their pursuit until the transfer … [Read more...]
Manchester United Launch ‘Scandalous’ Offer For Star Player
Manchester United have made a shock deadline day offer for Real Madrid youngster, Marco Asensio, according to reports. United boss Jose Mourinho has made clear his intentions to sign a new player before the end of the transfer window, while stressing that he is contented with his current crop of players and might have to wait till next summer before signing his desired targets. However, reports in Spanish outlet Diario Gol claim that Manchester United have a €55 million bid for Asensio in a bid to test Real Madrid's resolve for the forward. The report also have it that the La Liga giants view the offer as scandalous and will not allow the player move for a fee around that amount. Asensio, who has been tipped to sign a new deal at Santiago Bernabeu, has … [Read more...]
Star Player leaves camp amid Arsenal, Chelsea link
Arsenal target Riyad Mahrez is considering bids from Premier League rivals Arsenal and Premier League Champions Chelsea, but La Liga runners up FC Barcelona have increased their efforts to lure the Leicester City attacker to the King Power Stadium before the summer transfer window closes on Thursday night. The winger, who shone like million stars 2 seasons ago, when Leicester shockingly won the Premier League has been given permitted by Algeria’s Football Federation to leave the team’s training camp to seal his move from Leicester City. In a press statement made available on Wednesday evening, Algeria’s FA said that Arsenal target will fly back to Europe ahead of his Country’s FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zambia this weekend but did not disclose the club he … [Read more...]
Manchester United Offload Promising Midfielder To Dutch Side
Manchester United have sent Matty Willock on a season-long loan to Dutch side, FC Utrecht. The promising midfielder has been tipped to become one of the best of his generation with his impressive displays with United age-grade teams but could not get a chance with the senior team due to the presence of quality players. Having being shipped out on loan to the Dutch Eredevisie to gain first team experience, the midfielder is expected to prove himself in the next 12 months in order to get a chance in Jose Mourinho's star-studded squad in near future. Following Willock's loan move, Utrecht boss Erik ten Hag expressed his delight at the opportunity to have the youngster in his squad, while also praising his 'multi-functional' attributes with hopes that he could … [Read more...]
£50 million rated Arsenal star drops major transfer hint on Club prepare new offer
Arsenal contract rebel Alexis Sanchez has dropped a hint on Social media - Instagram that his future may lie away from Emirate Stadium as rivals Manchester City ready a last-ditch effort to sign the Chile international on deadline day. Manchester City’s £50 million bid for the 28-year-old attacker was turned down earlier in the week, but City are reportedly ready to return with a £70million offer. The Etihad club have also sent their medical team and legal officials to Chile to seal the transfer for Sanchez, providing they agree on a transfer fee with the Gunners. Arsene Wenger is adamant that the Chilean would not be sold this summer transfer window, but the attacker has already confirmed that he wants to leave to play for a team in the UEFA Champions … [Read more...]
Done Deal as Liverpool complete signing of another star player
Merseyside giant Liverpool have sealed the signing of England International Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain from North London club Arsenal for a £40million transfer fee. The versatile midfielder, who spent six seasons at the North London club, has signed a long-term deal at Anfield. The Ox played 198 matches for Arsenal since joining from Southampton back in 2011 but made his intention to leave known by turning down several contract offers. Reigning Premier League champions Chelsea look to be in pole position to sign the 24-year-old attacker after agreeing a transfer fee with the Gunners but the winger preferred a transfer to Liverpool. Speaking to Liverpool website following his deadline day transfer Chamberlain said: ‘I’m currently away with England (National … [Read more...]
Chelsea eye last minute move for 25-year-old ace after missing out on Arsenal star
Premier League Champions Chelsea are working on a deadline day transfer move for Southampton ace Cedric Soares after Arsenal star attacker Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain decided to join rivals Liverpool over the English Premier League champions. Liverpool bound Arsenal star Oxlade-Chamberlain, is poised to penning a contract for Liverpool today after the Reds agreed on a £40million transfer fee with the Gunners and he turned down the advances of West London giant Chelsea. The England international midfielder is the latest in a long list of players that Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has failed to sign this summer, with Conte also failing to sign Belgium international striker Romelu Lukaku, Danilo, and Alex Sandro. But the Blues are still expected to be busy today - … [Read more...]
Deal Almost done as Liverpool agree £40m fee with Arsenal box to box midfielder
Merseyside giant Liverpool have reportedly agreed on a £40million deal with rivals Arsenal to secure the services of winger Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. The Englishman on Tuesday rejected a transfer to Chelsea in the hope that the Reds would join the race for the 24-year-old versatile midfielder. According to the BBC, the Gunners had agreed on a £40m transfer fee with Chelsea, and Klopp’s team have matched that bid. The versatile midfielder will undergo a medical examination at England’s St George’s Park training camp tonight ahead of penning a contract for Liverpool. The Ox’s move will likely end Liverpool’s interest in Monaco star Thomas Lemar, who could now remain with the French Ligue 1 champions. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain’s sports company look to have … [Read more...]
Manchester United Target Will Not Leave This Summer Despite Summer Interest
Manchester United target Fabinho will remain at AS Monaco this summer, according to reports in Footmercato Insider. The Brazilian has been tipped to leave the French side this summer with a host of clubs in Europe believed to be vying for his signature but have been pushed by Monaco's reluctance to allow the player leave this summer. Fabinho has been tipped to become a world-class star in the nearest future due to his promising displays and his versatility to play in the midfield and right-back positions. Anderlecht star Leander Dendocker is considered to be an ideal replacement for Fabinho at Monaco but the Belgian's agent believes the deal will not happen. The agent told Foot Mercato that the move will not materialise because Monaco will not sign … [Read more...]
Man United Ready To Make Shock £70m Move For World-class Star
Manchester United are ready to make shock move for Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez, according to reports. The 27-year-old has been a subject of interest from a couple of clubs in Europe, with reports that Manchester City are his preferred destination and have held talks with Pep Guardiola over a possible move. Arsenal are reluctant to allow the Chilean leave this summer, and have rejected City's bids for the player, with reports that Arsene Wenger will risk losing the player for free next summer. Manchester United are understood to be considering a £70 million move for Sanchez as his move to Manchester City is being delayed but Wenger will definitely opt against the move. In related news, Swansea are moving ahead of other rivals to sign Bayern Munich … [Read more...]
Liverpool ask La Liga side to delay Brazilians transfer as they eye two star players
Brazil international midfielder Philippe Coutinho looks ready to seal a £148million move to FC Barcelona before the summer transfer window closes on Thursday, but his club Liverpool are reportedly asking that the transfer is delayed as they push hard to sign a replacement in Frenchman Thomas Lemar or Englishman Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. Liverpool have held talks with Ligue 1 side Monaco over Thomas Lemar, with various speculations of a huge-money offer and the bid of Belgian Divock Origi on a season long loan as part of the transfer, though it remains to be seen if it will be enough. AS Monaco have so far rejected offers in Lemar all summer, with Premier League side Arsenal and Manchester United also admirers of the 21-year-old, who played a huge role in the … [Read more...]
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