17-year-old Chelsea starlet Reece James has recently signed his first professional contract. James joined the Stamford Bridge club at the age of six, and has grown into a shining star. And even back in November, the talented teenager was reportedly attracting interest from Manchester United. The youngster is in his first season as a scholar at Stamford Bridge after making his debut for Chelsea's Under-18s last term. And after putting pen to paper, Reece took to Instagram and announced: "Dream Come True... To Have Signed My First Professional Contract With Chelsea FC." Earlier this season, he trained with Conte's first team and even started the EFL Trophy win against League One side Oxford back in November. Manchester United are not the only club that … [Read more...]
Arsene Wenger Reveals Reason Why Alexis Sanchez Did Not Start Against Liverpool
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed he dropped Alexis Sanchez to the bench in their game against Liverpool because he wants more aerial threat up front. The Gunners travel to the Mersey side to face Liverpool in a crucial game for both sides, but Arsene Wenger chose not to start Sanchez and instead went for Danny Welbeck in a bid to be more direct aerially. Explaining his decision, the Frenchman said: ‘We’re going with Giroud and Welbeck up front because we will need to be a bit more direct and strong in the air,’ ‘Sanchez will certainly play a part in the game.’ The Chilean star has been in the news lately due to speculations regarding his future at the Emirates with reports the former Barcelona forward wants to leave the club at the next summer … [Read more...]
Ahead Of Chelsea Vs Man United Clash: Jose Mourinho Drops Hint About Star Playmaker
Manchester United Boss Drops Hint About Star Player Ahead Of Chelsea Clash Jose Mourinho is expecting Henrikh Mkhitaryan to be fit for his side's FA Cup trip to Stamford Bridge come 13 March Manchester United coach Jose Mourinho has revealed that Armenian star player Henrikh Mkhitaryan will definitely miss United’s Premier League game with Bournemouth at Old Trafford due to injury – but the Player is in line to play against Chelsea when they will meet in the FA Cup.H Henrikh Mkhitaryan sat out last weekend’s EFL Cup final triumph over Southampton there at Wembley due to the problem but was however still in north London to celebrate the win with his fellow players. The Armenia international was pictured in Manchester United training on Friday as the red … [Read more...]
Chelsea Manager Antonio Conte States His Only Problem At Chelsea
Chelsea Italian manager Antonio Conte has admitted that his only problem at the Stamford Bridge is the fact that his family is still in Italy. The former Juventus coach joined Chelsea last year's summer following his time in charge of Italy's national side, but his family are yet to join him in London. Conte has earned plenty of praise for the superb impact he has had at the club despite been his first season at Stamford Bridge. The Italian manager led the blues to the top of the Premier League table and they are currently 10 points clear of second placed Tottenham Hotspur heading into this weekend’s round of games. Chelsea are now firm favourites to win the title crown this season, and the management are likely to want to secure Conte’s future for the … [Read more...]
‘We Will Spend Money In The Summer’ Jurgen Klopp Reveals Liverpool Summer Transfer Plans
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has reveled the club will spend on new signings in the next summer transfer window. The Reds have been linked with a number of targets in the last few months, with several names popping out as potential targets in the summer window and Klopp has confirmed that he will make moves to bring in reinforcements by the end of the current campaign. The German boss said: "We still have to make the right transfers, but we will have to make transfers of course, if we perform at the highest level nobody asks for new players, but if you don't everybody asks for them. "That is the situation we are in and we are working on it already. We will spend money in the summer." The last summer window saw the likes of Sadio Mane, Wijnaldum and Joel … [Read more...]
Ian Wright Reveals Why Mesut Ozil Wants To Leave Arsenal
Arsenal Legend Ian Wright has claimed Mesut Ozil wants to leave the Gunners because he feels less motivated at the Emirates, compared to his time at Real Madrid. The German playmaker has been continually linked with a move away from the Emirates, with reports that he stalled on signing a new contract with the club and wants a bumper pay rise to remain with them. Ian Wright believes Ozil needs to leave the Emirates to achieve his potentials, and does not even possess the ability to carry the Arsenal team. He wrote in his column with the Sun: 'When you leave Real Madrid for any other club - even one like Arsenal - it is going to be a culture shock because your new team-mates are not going to be as good as the ones you have left behind. 'Ozil was used to … [Read more...]
Gunners and Chelsea Legend Slams Current Players’ Weak Mentality Ahead Of Liverpool Clash
Chelsea and Arsenal legend Nicolas Anelka has slammed the current crop of players for having a weak mentality ahead of their clash against Liverpool at Anfield. The Gunners have performed very low in recent weeks which has attracted criticism from fans, football pundits and even former players of the clubs. Anelka who also donned the red and white colors of Arsenal has now ripped into the weak mentality of the current players, while also highlighting the lack of leaders in the squad compared to his days at the club. The Frenchman said: ‘Mentally, there’s something lacking,’ ‘They’ve always had great players, but psychologically, there’s always something. ‘They never manage to hold out until the end. I think Wenger is doing a good job. ‘There comes a … [Read more...]
Star Midfielder Hopes He Can Sign For Manchester United Soon
Talented Midfielder Wants His Man United Future To Be Sorted Soon Manchester United star player Michael Carrick says he hopes he can sign a new deal with the Old Trafford club soon. However, the veteran midfielder is not yet sure if he would be playing at the Old Trafford club for another year. The former Tottenham man has been on a one-year rolling contract with Man United in recent years. Carrick, even though hopes a decision will be made in the near future, has admits his contract is up in the air. "I still feel fine, I still feel good, I still feel fit," he told Sky Sports. "Hopefully in the not too distant future we'll have an idea [if I can sign]. "I think it's only right for me and for the club to know exactly what direction we're moving; … [Read more...]
Liverpool vs Arsenal Preview, Probable Lineups and Team News
Liverpool are set to welcome the Gunners to Anfield in a fixture that promises to be an exciting mouth-watering game. The duo of Arsene Wenger and Jurgen Klopp have had their own fair share of criticisms in recent weeks due to the lack-lustre performances of their respective teams. Arsenal have been under the radar for their poor performances in the Premier League and Champions League, after losing 5-1 to Bayern Munich which signals another imminent exit for the North London side. Wenger has also talked about the weakness of his players in big games this season and can only hope to turn up their performance when they face Liverpool in the late kick off game of the Premier League Saturday fixtures. Reds boss, Jurgen Klopp will hope his stars bounce back from … [Read more...]
Report: Chelsea Boss Antonio Conte Wants This Player In His Squad Next Season
Chelsea Boss Want This Star Back At Stamford Bridge. Former Juventus boss and current Chelsea manager Antonio Conte wants Andreas Christensen back at Chelsea this summer, according to reports. Acording to the Daily Mail, Andreas Christensen who is on loan at Borussia Monchengladbach is set to slot into Chelsea's first-team squad. He has spent the past two seasons on loan in Germany, successfully getting almost 70 senior appearances and drawing widespread acclaim. And his father who also doubles as his adviser, Sten, revealed back in January that the Bundesliga side are keen to keep hold of him for the long-term. The player is currently in the middle of his second season on loan at Borussia Monchengladbach “Chelsea manager will include Andreas … [Read more...]
Shocking! Arsene Wenger Reveals Why Arsenal Job Is Tedious For Him
Arsene Wenger has revealed being the manager of Arsenal is tedious amidst rumors regarding his future at the club. The Frenchman has been continually criticized for his team's lack-lustre performances in recent seasons and their lack of trophies in the last decade. Wenger has stalled on renewing his contract at the Emirates, with suggestions that he might leave when his contract expires at the end of the season. Arsene Wenger during his press conference, revealed managing Arsenal could be aggravating, he said: ‘I am a specialist in masochism!. It’s very demanding and it’s a sacrifice of your life. You have nothing else happening in your life. Basically you get 90 per cent aggravation and 10 per cent top satisfaction and you have to give everything in your life … [Read more...]
Chelsea Coach Antonio Conte Wins Manager Of The Year Award
Chelsea Italian manager Antonio Conte has eventually won Manager of the Year at the London Football Awards. Considering how impressive the Italian has been this season, the award could be seen as what could be the first of many honours this season. In his first year at Stamford Bridge, Antonio Conte successfully beat Tottenham coach Mauriccio Pochettino, Fulham’s boss Slavisa Jokanovic, Neil Harris of Millwall and AFC Wimbledon's Neal Ardley to the award. Arsenal's manager Arsene Wenger and West Ham’s boss Slaven Bilic were not short-listed The win for the former Juventus boss comes as little surprise considering the remarkable turnaround at Chelsea the boss has overseen. Chelsea are currently 10 points clear at the top of the Premier League table having … [Read more...]
Report: Man United In Secret Talks Over Outstanding £43Million Summer Deal
According to new reports, Mino Raiola is said to have held secret talks with English Premier League side Manchester United about signing AC Milan star sensation Gianluigi Donnarumma. According to an Italian news outlet Calciomercato, the influential fixer is trying to broker a deal for the Serie A player. The youngster has taken the Serie A by storm and is reportedly viewed by Man United chiefs as a potential replacement for Spanish goalie David de Gea. It was additionally suggested that the Old Trafford club are willing to cough up £43m to secure the 18-year-old's signature. Mino Raiola has hinted already that delays surrounding AC Milan's proposed takeover by Sino-Europe Sports Investments could see his client move on. "I cannot predict the future, I … [Read more...]
Club Submit Official €30m Bid For Estranged Arsenal Star
Juventus have made concrete efforts to sign estranged Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez, according to reports. The Serie Champions have been linked with a move to the Chilean star who has stalled on renewing his contract at the Emirates, but reports in the Corriere dello Sport claim Juve have now made submitted an official bid for Sanchez. The reports claim that Sporting directors Giuseppe Marotta and Fabio Paratici has made known to the Gunners the willingness of Juventus to sign the former Barcelona forward and has made an initial bid of €30m (£25m). However, the stipulated fee may seem too small for a player of his status but his current contract situation leaves Arsenal is a risky situation and the Italian giants are hoping they will let go of their star-man … [Read more...]
Arsene Wenger Reveals What He Told His Players Ahead Of Liverpool Clash
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed that he told his players to start strongly against Liverpool if they are to have to a good game on Saturday. The Gunners have not been too convincing in the recent weeks, which have raised concerns about their usual slump mid-season. Wenger has warned his stars about starting the game strongly due to the intensity nature of the clash. He said: “It’s always high intensity, very competitive. “Anfield is a special place, always, where the fans are behind their team and the team plays at a good pace. “For us, after a little break, it’s important to switch on quickly. “We have seen that’s not easy – Liverpool have shown that against Leicester. “After a break, it’s important you are ready from the start. For us, … [Read more...]
Chelsea Manager Antonio Conte Lays Down Law, Sends Clear Message To The Squad
English Premier League giants Chelsea are now set to remind their players about the rules regarding mid-season breaks after their captain. John Terry appeared to breach club guidelines by going on a skiing holiday. Chelsea Italian manager Antonio Conte granted his men some extra time off and permission to go away ahead of Monday's Premier League game against West Ham United at the London Stadium. On Tuesday, John Terry posted a picture of himself and wife standing in front of a mountain on his Instagram account with the message ‘great few days away skiing with the family’. He also shared on social media a recorded video of himself going for an evening run in the snow. Actually, Chelsea’s club rules do not allow their players to go skiing or even … [Read more...]
Liverpool Plot Secret Transfer For Highly Rated French Goal Machine
Liverpool have started initial steps to sign Olympique Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette in the next summer transfer window, according to reports. The French forward has been heavily linked to leave the Ligue 1 during the last two transfer windows and reports now have it that the Reds have started significant efforts to see him arrive in England next summer but might face stiff competition from other clubs. French journalist Julien Laurens claimed:"He [Lacazette] will go to England. Liverpool, Arsenal or Tottenham, I don't know. You will have to pay around £40m or £50m." Reports in the Mirror has also claimed that Liverpool representatives has contacted Lyon and made their intentions to sign Lacazette but has decided to make their approach discreet due to … [Read more...]
Arsenal Issues Ultimatum To Arsene Wenger Over His Future
Arsenal have reportedly given Arsene Wenger till the end of the month to decide on his future at the Emirates as they begin search for his replacement. The Frenchman has refused to extend his stay with the Gunners past the current campaign and may finally leave the club in May after spending over twenty years at North London. Wenger has however coyed on commenting on his future which has sparked several speculations regarding his future. There are reports that the Gunners have offered Arsene Wenger a new two-year deal to remain with the club but the Frenchman has not decided whether he will sign or not but reports in the Sun claim that he will have to make a decision very soon as he is expected to meet with the club bosses at the end of the month during the … [Read more...]
4-2-3-1 Formation, Martial Starts In Man United’s Probable Line Vs Bournemouth
Considering that Manchester United have successfully won their last six games in all competitions, they deserve to be considered favorites to make it seven wins on a straightaway when they face Bournemouth in their next Premier League game on Saturday afternoon. The Old Trafford club are just one point behind Liverpool but nevertheless have a game in hand and should take advantage to over take their arch rivals. And as far as Manchester United’s team news is concerned, the trio of Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Phil Jones and James Wilson are out injured at the moment. However, according to PhysioRoom, the English defender has a little chance of featuring when they clash with the Cherries. Veteran midfielder Michael Carrick started the EFL Cup final game on the bench … [Read more...]
Former Liverpool Star Predicts West Ham Vs Chelsea Game
Former Liverpool Star Gave 'Favourable' Prediction To Chelsea As They Clash West Ham Michael Owen has stated his prediction for West Ham Vs Chelsea game. Former Liverpool man Michael Owen has predicted that West Ham will sure suffer a defeat when they meet Chelsea in their next Premier League game. West Ham host their London rivals on Monday night and have already beaten the blues once at home this season in a 2-1 victory in the EFL Cup. The Stamford Bridge club however won the league clash on their own home ground on the opening day of the season by the same scoreline. And after consecutive draws against Watford and West Brom, the Hammers will be hoping to return to winning ways. Chelsea are firm favourites to win the premier league title this … [Read more...]
Real Madrid Line Up Sensational Swoop For Arsenal Target
Real Madrid are plotting sensational swoop for AS Monaco forward, Kylian Mbappe, according to reports. The French youngster has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates with reports the Gunners will look to sign him in the summer transfer window as they attempt to sign reinforcements in the striking role. Following reports that Alexis Sanchez might leave the Emirates after rejecting a new deal to extend his stay in North London, Arsenal are believed to eyeing a couple of potential replacements for the Chilean, although, Mbappe could be a player for the future. Reports in Spanish outlet Don Balon claim that Real Madrid are set to rival the Gunners for Mbappe's signature; the forward has been in an impressive for AS Monaco this season, scoring 13 goals … [Read more...]
Report: Man United Sure Of Sealing Both Barcelona And Man City Deals
New reports has it that Manchester United are quite confident of wrapping up deals to play Barcelona and Manchester City come this summer. According to The Telegraph, Manchester United chiefs are confident those proposed pre-season friendlies in America will still go ahead. Revelations emerged that the Old Trafford club were in talks with their Spanish counterparts yesterday. And even though nothing has been reportedly formally signed off, agreements in principle is said to have been reached. Biggest clubs in Europe are already lining up their fixtures for the highly-rated International Champions Cup to take place across the globe before the start of next season. Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola will face up to Jose Mourinho on the west coast. Even … [Read more...]
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