Mauricio Sarri has announced that he is impressed with the performance of Brazilian defender David Luiz so far this season. David Luiz might have been an outcast at Chelsea under Antonio Conte but the Brazilian is having a resurgence at the club with Maurizio Sarri at the helm. The new boss has admitted that Luiz has surprised him this season. The defender who many considered was leaving Stamford Bridge over the summer is now back in a prominent role after the club changed manager. The coach praised David Luiz's direct style of … [Read more...]
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Italian giants insist on Chelsea star
According to media reports from Italy, it seems all is set for Serie A giants AC Milan to improve on their squad as the team have set their eyes on signing Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas during the winter transfer window in the New Year. This was revealed by Italian media portal calciomercato, the seven-time European champions have identified the 31-year-old as a potential signing. Following injuries to Giacomo Bonaventura and Luca Borgia, the team is seeking midfield reinforcements for the players and also to boost their team … [Read more...]
Forget Morata’s fine form, Chelsea need new goal poacher to compete for trophies
Five goals in 11 matches, that sums up the great evolution Morata is currently enjoying under Maurizio Sarri. The much-criticized striker was in his worst form throughout last season scoring just 11 goals from 31 League matches. His awful form saw him dropped to the bench by Antonio Conte towards the end of last season. He was equally said to be considering a return to Real Madrid or Juventus before the start of this season. However, the sacking of Antonio Conte was the turning point for the Spaniard who is now in fine and rich goalscoring … [Read more...]
Is two-goal performance enough for this star to gain Klopp’s trust?
Ever since moving from Chelsea to Liverpool in search of regular first-team action, England international Dominic Solanke has failed to gain Jurgen Klopp's trust and he's been a fringe part of the team. The 21-year-old striker is no doubt one of the best youngsters in English football during his time at Stamford Bridge but Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte didn't see something special in him, hence, both managers sent him on loan to develop his game. In his first season at Anfield, the player couldn't force his way into Klopp's starting lineup … [Read more...]
“I don’t deserve to win Ballon d’Or award” Says Eden Hazard: is he right or wrong?
It's every player's dream to be the best player in the world. Many players would even go extra miles; double their training sessions; spend much time in the gym to improve their fitness level-- all of these are done just to stand a chance of winning the highly regarded Ballon d'Or award. Surprisingly, Chelsea forward Eden Hazard has revealed he's not obsessed with the award and he's not playing football to win personal awards, instead, he loves playing for the team. "Winning the Ballon d'Or is not a goal for me. If I win it one day, great. If I … [Read more...]
Ross Barkley on his way to greatness, thanks to Maurizio Sarri?
Ross Barkley was one of the highly regarded youngsters in Premier League some seasons ago. Having exhibited some series of individuals brilliance with Everton, there were hopes that the England international was destined for the top. Unfortunately for the 24-year-old playmaker and striker, recurring injuries ultimately stopped his wonderful journey to stardom. He didn't just fail to get quality game time, but he was completely left out of the Toffees matchday squad on numerous occasions. As a result of his inactive role at the Goodison … [Read more...]
See why £18m-rated Chelsea outcast will be a great game-changer
Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was unimpressed with Olivier Giroud's goalscoring ratio and he cash-in on his signature by offloading him to Chelsea for a £18m in January. The Frenchman's first season at Stamford Bridge was good enough to convince Sarri to retain his service for this season despite his intense scrutiny of the squad he inherited from Antonio Conte. The 32-year-old striker was preferred by Antonio Conte, who continually benched Alvaro Morata until the end of last season due to the Spaniard's long-term goal … [Read more...]
West Ham United Keen On Loan Move For Experienced Chelsea Defender
West Ham United are reportedly eyeing a loan move for experienced Chelsea defender Gary Cahill ahead of the January transfer window. According to the publication from popular English media outlet The Sun, the Hammers are ready to take advantage of the news that the Blues would be willing to let the 32-year-old centre back leave Stamford Bridge when the transfer window reopens in the six weeks time. The recently retired England international player has been on the fringes of the first team at Chelsea this season under the new managerial reign … [Read more...]
England vs USA: why Sarri must be at Wembley for the encounter
England will play host to USA in a friendly game at the Wembley stadium later tonight. There have been so much talk, comments about the game as former Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney is set to play his final game for the England national team. The former Everton and United striker who now plies his trade at MLS is set to be given a ceremonial departure by the England FA, teammates and pundits, hence, many coaches, ex-teammates and opponents, are all expected to be at Wembley stadium. In all of these, Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri … [Read more...]
Chelsea Transfer! ” He’s Going Nowhere, We Plan To Offer Him A New Contract”
Italian Serie A giants AS Roma have concluded plans to offer highly rated defender Kostas Manolas a new deal that will secure his long-term future at the Stadio Olimpico. According to the report from popular Italian media portal Corriere Dello Sport, the Champions League campaigners are determined to offer the Greek international star a new contract in a bid to ward off the interests of several European heavyweights. Kostas Manolas was an integral part of the Roma side that surprisingly reached the semifinals of last season’s Champions League … [Read more...]
Chelsea star could be on his way out in January
Several English Championship sides are interested in a temporary move for young Chelsea midfielder Ethan Ampadu when the transfer window reopens in January. Ethan Ampadu has not featured at all under the new Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri though he has been affected by injury since the Italian tactician took over in the summer. Former Empoli and Napoli boss Sarri became the Blues manager in the summer after putting pen to paper on a three-year contract at Stamford Bridge. He was the replacement for former club manager Antonio Conte who was … [Read more...]
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