Jose Mourinho has included Bastian Schweinsteiger in Manchester United’s 25-man squad for the Premier League campaign. Schweinsteiger has been exiled at Old Trafford following the arrival of Mourinho, with the club failing to move on the midfielder on deadline day. The 32-year-old is understood to be training with United’s reserves, but is determined to force his way into Mourinho’s first-team plans. “I have a contract with United until 2018 and you know what the atmosphere is like at Old Trafford and it’s my dream to run out there again,” he told Germany’s ZDF television. “I hope I get the chance to help the team again.” Also named in the squad is Sadiq El-Fitouri, who was signed from Salford City, the club owned by former United players Gary … [Read more...]
Costa: I wouldn’t be criticised if I played for Real Madrid or Barcelona
Chelsea striker Diego Costa helped Spain to a 2-0 friendly win over Belgium in Brussels before calling out the Spanish media for their criticism of his performances for the national team. Costa set up David Silva for Spain's first goal before the Manchester City midfielder went on to score his second goal of the night to cap off a good performance for Julen Lopetegui's men. The striker was brought on in the 27th minute in place of an injured Alvaro Morata, and reckons it was one of his best games for Spain. "If I were a Real Madrid or Barca player, you would say I played well," Costa told reporters. "I did bad games. But even if I don't score, the truth must be said. I missed the goals but they will arrive. "Media don't lie many times when they say I … [Read more...]
Totteham new signing Moussa Sissoko explains Everton snub
Moussa Sissoko has said he was only ever going to sign for Tottenham on transfer deadline day and laughed off interest from Everton. The Frenchman finally sealed his long-awaited move away from Newcastle with minutes to spare before the transfer deadline. with Spurs reportedly paying the £30million owed to the Magpies in five instalments. Many media outlets were expecting Sissoko to join Everton but a late twist saw him sign on the dotted line at White Hart Lane, the only scenario that was going to happen according to the 27-year-old. “I never went to Everton,” Sissoko told L’Equipe after appearing for France in their 3-1 friendly win over Italy on Thursday night. “It’s funny. I was watching TV, and I saw that a deal had been done with Everton and that … [Read more...]
Kante: I spoke to Mourinho about United move
Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante has revealed he held talks with Jose Mourinho over a move to Manchester United before joining the Blues. Mourinho was reportedly willing to launch a £25million-plus offer for the Frenchman, but Kante said that he was still unsure whether he would leave Premier League champions Leicester when the initial contact was made. The Frenchman told The Sun : “It was amazing to have Mourinho call me, even though I’d been warned before how he would appeal to me. “I listened to his arguments about why I should move to United. “But at that time I was contemplating between staying at Leicester or leaving for Chelsea. “My discussions with them was underway. But i felt good with Conte.” Kante also said he is happy to be avoiding … [Read more...]
Gareth Bale not bothered by Paul Pogba surpassing his record fee
Gareth Bale says he is not bothered by losing the tag of the world's most expensive player to Paul Pogba. Bale's three-year reign as the most expensive player in football history ended when Pogba joined Manchester United from Juventus for £89million last month. That fee eclipsed the £85.3million Real Madrid paid Tottenham to sign Wales forward Bale in the summer of 2013. But Bale said: "I'm not fussed and I couldn't care less. "None of the players have pulled my leg on it." Bale was speaking at a UEFA Champions League gala dinner to launch the 'Road to Cardiff' with the 2017 final being held in his home city at what was known as the Millennium Stadium. The 27-year-old would become only the sixth player to win the European Cup or Champions League … [Read more...]
Yaya Toure omitted from Man City’s Champions League squad
Yaya Toure will not be eligible to play in Manchester City's Champions League group games after being left out of Pep Guardiola's squad. The City boss was forced to drop an overseas players from his squad as UEFA rules permit only 17 players who are not "locally-trained" or "association-trained". And Toure is the man to miss out after featuring in just one game of City's first five games this season and not being included in the 18-man matchday squad for the other four. The 33-year-old's only appearance came in the second leg of the Champions League playoff against Steaua Bucharest with City leading 5-0 from the first leg. City who face Barcelona, Borussia Monchengladbach and Celtic in the group stage were given until 11p.m. BST on Sept. 1 to update … [Read more...]
Islam Slimani will help Leicester compete on all fronts- Andy King
Andy King feels the addition of record signing Islam Slimani shows Leicester's intent to compete on all fronts this season. Slimani joined the Premier League champions on transfer deadline day with his Portuguese club Sporting Lisbon saying Leicester had paid a club record £25.5million, potentially rising by another £4.2million, for the Algeria striker. The 28-year-old scored 27 goals for Sporting last season and is an international team-mate of Foxes star Riyad Mahrez, last season's PFA player of the year. "I don't know how big a role Riyad has played in it," said King. "But I have seen his goal record and Riyad speaks very highly of him coming from a good team in a good league. I am sure he will be a good addition to us. "You will have to ask the … [Read more...]
United’s Anthony Martial and Arsenal’s Giroud score as France beat Italy
Olivier Giroud, Anthony Martial and Layvin Kurzawa scored as France ran out 3-1 winners over Italy in a friendly at Stadio San Nicola. France extended their strong record on Italian soil with a 3-1 win in Bari in Giampiero Ventura's first match in charge of the Azzurri. First-half goals from Anthony Martial and Olivier Giroud, either side of a fine equaliser by Graziano Pelle put France ahead before Layvin Kurzawa's late strike wrapped up a match that exposed Italy's defensive frailties. Ventura lined Italy up with Fiorentina's Davide Astori in a back three that was missing Leonardo Bonucci due to the Juventus player's family commitments, and a mistake from Andrea Barzagli allowed Martial to score easily after 17 minutes. Italy enjoyed long spells of … [Read more...]
David Luiz ‘hungry’ for more Chelsea titles after £34m return
David Luiz has said he is not content with his past achievements at Chelsea and is "hungry" to be successful in English football again as he embarks on a second spell at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea announced on deadline day that they had agreed to a deal with Paris Saint-Germain to bring back Luiz, who became the world's most expensive defender when he left London for the French capital in the summer of 2014. His first spell lasted three years and brought Champions League and Europa League triumphs, as well as an FA Cup win. But the Brazilian told ChelseaTV: "This is the past. We need to win again. I have the hunger to win. "Of course I want to win the Premier League, and of course I want to win all the titles again. I am here because I have ambition to … [Read more...]
David Silva scores as Spain beat Belgium
David Silva struck a brace as Spain beat Belgium 2-0 in Brussels on Thursday to give Julen Lopetegui a winning start as their new coach. Julen Lopetegui's leadership of Spain got off to a winning start with a comfortable 2-0 friendly win against Belgium in Brussels on Thursday, with David Silva scoring a brace. Belgium were also playing under a new coach - Roberto Martinez having replaced Marc Wilmots after Euro 2016 - but they struggled to create clear openings at the King Baudouin Stadium. Silva gave Spain the lead in the first half, finishing well from inside the box after Vitolo did well down the right wing, before the Manchester City playmaker added a second after the break. Vitolo was fouled by a struggling Jordan Lukaku in the penalty area and … [Read more...]
Adrien Silva speaks out after proposed Leicester move collapses
Sporting CP and Portugal midfielder Adrien Silva has affirmed his commitment to the club after a proposed move to Leicester City failed. Adrien Silva has asserted he remains committed to Sporting CP after a move to Leicester City appeared to be blocked by the club. Silva's father revealed the Premier League champions had bid €30 million for his son, but Sporting CP insisted they had received no such offer for the midfielder. After the transfer window closed on Wednesday without a move materialising, Portugal international Silva vowed via social media to perform to the best of his abilities for the Primeira Liga outfit. "I want to thank all those who support me," Silva posted on his Facebook page. "Winning challenges is part of the DNA of any … [Read more...]
Sergio Aguero to contest violent conduct charge
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero is to contest a charge of alleged violent conduct and possible three-match ban, PA Sport reports. Aguero was charged with violent conduct by the FA after his elbow on West Ham defender Winston Reid in Sunday's win. The incident, after which Reid was seen holding his neck, which was missed by referee Andre Marriner and his fellow officials during the match. Aguero had been given until 6 p.m. local time on Thursday to respond to the charge, which was issued after a review panel felt he should have been sent off. A date for a disciplinary hearing will now be determined. An independent panel is due to rule on the case on Friday using written submissions and reviewing video evidence. If Aguero is found guilty he … [Read more...]
Premier League spending smashes £1BILLION mark for first time
Deals on transfer deadline day took Premier League spending to a record £1.165 billion ($1.53bn), according to a BBC report using figures from Deloitte. Wednesday saw a number of moves made before the close of the transfer window, with Chelsea among the big spenders as they re-signed defender David Luiz from Paris Saint-Germain for a reported £35 million ($46.02m). Chelsea also signed left-back Marcos Alonso from Fiorentina in a deal reportedly worth £23m ($30.24m), while Tottenham Hotspur completed a late move for Moussa Sissoko from Newcastle United for £30m ($39.44m). PL #DeadlineDay spending: £150m+ PL summer spending: A record £1.165bn Wow... https://t.co/arLlAPAD0C%20pic.twitter.com/OgXzKQ5BJI - BBC Sport (@BBCSport) September 1, … [Read more...]
Bastian Schweinsteiger in tears as he plays final game for Germany
Bastian Schweinsteiger received an emotional Germany farewell on Wednesday night, with the Manchester United midfielder brought to tears in his final match for his nation. Schweinsteiger, 32, was cheered by 30,121 fans at the Borussia Park whenever he picked up possession, before being withdrawn in the 68th minute and replaced by Julian Weigl, as Germany beat Finland 2-0 thanks to goals from Maximilian Meyer and Paulus Arajuuri. The former Bayern Munich player won his 121st and final cap for Germany, bringing to an end his 12-year international career. "I will miss him, not only as a footballer," national team coach Joachim Low said. "It was a farewell which Bastian absolutely deserved. "He shaped the national team over the past 12 years, and without him … [Read more...]
Excited David Luiz hungry to win again
David Luiz is back with the Blues and after a whoping £34m transfer fee last night, he spoke about his return and what he wants to achieve this season. The Brazilian who spent three-and-a-half years at Chelsea before moving to PSG for few years, his back with the blues. ‘I’m very happy to be here again,’ the 29-year-old said. ‘It’s fantastic to have this second opportunity to play for this club. I love this club so that’s why I am here. Let’s try to continue the nice history with a lot of joy and try to get success. ‘It will be an amazing opportunity to show to the fans again how I love this club and how I love to play for this club. I cannot wait to wear the shirt and play at Stamford Bridge again.’ … [Read more...]
Tottenham complete £30m signing of Moussa Sissoko
Tottenham have beaten Everton to the signing of Newcastle midfielder Moussa Sissoko following a dramatic deadline day pursuit. Spurs initially refused to match Everton’s £30million offer for Sissoko, paving the way for the France international to move to Goodison Park. However, the north Londoners then decided to match the bid at the 11th hour, leaving Everton red faced as the 27-year-old failed to show for a flight to Merseyside. Tottenham’s ability to offer Sissoko Champions League football is understood to have swung the deal. Yottenham and Newcastle later confirmed the deal. Spurs wrote on Twitter: “We are delighted to announce the signing of @MoussaSissoko from Newcastle United. “@MoussaSissoko has signed a contract with the Club until 2021 … [Read more...]
Sakho rejects three offers to stay at Liverpool
Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho has risked spending the rest of the season on the bench at Anfield after rejecting three loan offers this transfer window, according to reports. The Daily Mirror claims that the France international turned down a transfer deadline day move to Turkish side Besiktas, while he also rejected loans to West Brom and Stoke earlier in the window. Sakho is understood to want to stay and fight for his place at Liverpool despite Jurgen Klopp telling the centre-back he is now fifth in the queue for a starting berth. The newspaper report also states that the 26-year-old may have moved but was holding out for interest to materialise from France or Italy. It has been a whirlwind few months for the Reds defender, having been suspended … [Read more...]
Liverpool flop Mario Balotelli join Ligue 1 side Nice
Liverpool have confirmed that Mario Balotelli has completed a permanent transfer to French side Nice. Nice have signed the striker on a free transfer to end his two-year nightmare stay on Merseyside. Balotelli was in the south of France on Wednesday for discussions with the Ligue 1 outfit and underwent a medical, according to reports #BenvenutoMario pic.twitter.com/gxwatH7xDm - OGC Nice (@ogcnice) August 31, 2016 Liverpool have been trying to find suitors for Balotelli, who had one year remaining on his contract, all summer after Jurgen Klopp made it clear that the misfiring forward would not be part of his plans. Nice recently had 80 percent of the club bought out by Chinese and American investors, with club president Jean-Pierre Rivere believing … [Read more...]
Bournemouth sign Jack Wilshere on season-long loan deal
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has joined Bournemouth on loan for the rest of the season as he tries to revive his career by getting more playing time away from the Emirates Stadium. Both clubs confirmed the deal on Wednesday evening after Wilshere, 24, opted for the south-coast club over Crystal Palace or Roma. Bournemouth chief executive Neill Blake told his club's official website: "Jack is a fantastic addition to the club. "He is a player that needs no introduction and one that, quite rightly, our supporters will be excited to see in a Bournemouth shirt. "He will bring a wealth of international and Premier League experience, so we are delighted to be able to welcome a player of his calibre to the club." The wait is over, @jackwilshere is … [Read more...]
Chelsea re-sign David luiz from PSG
Chelsea have re-sign david luiz for a transfer fee around £34m from Paris Saint Germain The move is now subjected to David Luiz agreeing a personal term with Chelsea and passing a medical test. On signing of a three-year contract, the said 'I'm delighted to return to Chelsea. We had a fantastic story during my first time at the club and I want to help the team and Antonio Conte achieve a lot of success. 'I always had a wonderful relationship with the fans and I am looking forward to wearing the blue shirt at Stamford Bridge once again.' Prior to the signing, David Luiz enjoyed a superb season in France helping PSG dominate the domestic league. Conte must be proud to have a very versatile defender to add to his squad after Juan Cuadrado rejoined … [Read more...]
David Luiz rejoins Chelsea from Paris Saint-Germain
David Luiz has sealed a sensational return to Chelsea after the Blues confirmed that they have re-signed the Brazilian defender from PSG. The 29-year-old Brazil defender, who moved to Parc des Princes for £50million ahead of the 2014 World Cup, returns to Stamford Bridge for a reported £32million fee. He said on chelseafc.com: “I’m delighted to return to Chelsea. We had a fantastic story during my first time at the club and I want to help the team and Antonio Conte achieve a lot of success. “I always had a wonderful relationship with the fans and I am looking forward to wearing the blue shirt at Stamford Bridge once again.” The Blues and PSG earlier on Wednesday announced terms had been agreed for Luiz’s return and the deal was announced soon after the … [Read more...]
Aguero gets extra 24 hours to respond to charge
The Football Association has given Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero an extra 24 hours in which to respond to a charge of violent conduct after his apparent elbow on West Ham defender Winston Reid. Aguero faces a three-match ban if found guilty of elbowing Reid in City's victory on Sunday and would miss the Manchester derby at Old Trafford on Sept. 10. He has now been given until 6 p.m. BST on Thursday to respond to the charge and would automatically receive a three-match ban if he chooses not to contest it. The incident, which happened in the 76th minute as the striker challenged Reid from a long clearance, was not punished by referee Andre Marriner, who said in his match report that he had not seen it. A three game ban would mean Aguero sitting … [Read more...]
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