Manchester United and their city rivals are on the battle for the signature of Ajax pair Frenkie De Jong and Matthijs De Light. A report according to Daily mail states that City are being discouraged in the deal as they face a number of investigations from UEFA following a leaked email on how they made an attempt to go around the already established Financial Fair Play restrictions. This might pose a stumbling block in their attempt to sign the Ajax players as there could be ban on the Etihad team should the investigations be established against them. De Gea has lost faith in Jose Mourinho This development makes it an easy ride for Manchester United to have the players knowing that their rivals who are keen on the Ajax duo of Frenkie De Jon and Matthijs … [Read more...]
How United will drag Matthijs De Ligt with Bayern Munich revealed
Manchester United are believed to have entered the race for Matthijs De Ligt who has been on the radar of German side Bayern Munich for a while now. Calcio Mercato reports that the Manchester side will move as fast as making a deal for the player in the winter transfer window coming in January in order to be able to win the race. At 19, De Ligt has impressed with the Ajax first team where he has had about 100 appearances as well as having about 11 caps for the Holland national team. "I will keep improving" United's target says in reaction to speculations Though young, De Ligt has been able to confirm his position in the back four for both his country and club side. His record has been impressive and the Premier League side are making efforts to have … [Read more...]
Arsenal already preparing for life without Monreal
The period Arsenal left fullback Nacho Monreal was missing in action, it went as long as affecting the team and most importantly ending the winning run of the North London side. This was a pain in the heart of the Arsenal family which includes the fans and the management and there have been plans to ensure it does not repeat itself by having a good cover for the Spanish player. Ajax fullback Nicolas Taqliafico has, therefore, been identified as a suitable replacement for Monreal because of his quality and trait which match the demands of the style introduced by manager Unai Emery at the Stamford Bridge. Taqliafico has been on the Gunners radar for a while but they seem to be showing more seriousness than ever in the bid for him as they look to replace the … [Read more...]
Club place £40 million on prolific Chelsea target
English Football Club, Chelsea have shown interest in Ajax player, Van de Beek. According to a report, Ajax have placed the sum of £40 million on the Dutchman. This comes after the growing interest for the player from Europe big clubs. The likes of Roma, Milan, Tottenham have all joined Chelsea in the race to sign Van de Beek. The 21-year-old midfielder has put up some impressive performances for Ajax. Video: Ross Barkley shows off skills during training ahead Bournemouth match He scored 13 goals in 39 appearances last season and as at this season, he is already closing in on making his 100th first-team appearances for Ajax. Van de Beek before making the Ajax senior team trained at the club's Academy. At his young age, he has also made four … [Read more...]
Arsenal and Chelsea players make FIFA team of the week
Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette has been named in the FIFA team of the week alongside Chelsea midfielder Ross Barkley. Lacazette had scored a brace in Arsenal’s 5-1 thrashing of Fulham at the weekend with his stylish strike and that earned him 86 points in the rating. The Arsenal striker has scored 5 goals in all competitions this season and has been consistent with his fine form. The Frenchman was initially coming in from the bench in the Unai Emery team but the Spanish manager had to adjust after seeing the form of the former Lyon player. He is joined by Ciro Immobile of Lazio who scored 88 in the rating and Inter Milan’s Mauro Icardi with 88 points also as strikers. Meanwhile, former Arsenal goalkeeper, David Ospina, Napoli made it as FIFA’s … [Read more...]
Man Utd £52m midfielder join in pre-season training, shirt number unveiled
Fred join in pre-season training, shirt number unveiled For the first time Man United new Midfielder, Fred joined his new teammates for training in the US as they continue their World Tour. The Red Devils have signed Fred from Shakhtar at a transfer fee worth £52 million and he happens to be the only major player signed so far by Man United. As they hope to sign at least two more players before the close of the transfer window, however, they have been faced with a lot of disappointment. Fred is just arriving at Man United because he went along his home country, Brazil to the World Cup tournament in Russia but he remained on the bench all through before the South American team were defeated as he didn't play a single match. Apart from Fred, the Red Devils … [Read more...]
Finally, Manchester United confirm departure of star player
Finally, Manchester United confirm departure of Daley Blind. Latest report have disclosed that Manchester United defender, Daley Blind has finally left Old Trafford for his former club, Ajax. Daley Blind despite his intelligence in defending was one of the few players coach Jose Mourinho relegated to the bench. Just like Paul Pogba, Blind was not given much playing chance at Old Trafford. And now, Blind returning to Ajax will give him more playing chance to see defenders and not make his talent redundant. The transfer has been confirmed by Man United via it various media handles. The Dutch defender was signed by former Manchester United coach, Louis Van Gaal in 2014. During his stay at Old Trafford, Blind had 141 appearances in all competitions … [Read more...]
Done Deal: Midfielder Seals Sensational Move To Manchester United
Dutch winger Millen Baars has sealed a sensational move to Manchester United. The former Ajax star left the Dutch giants this summer after having an agreement to move to United and has now completed his move to the Old Trafford. The 16-year-old was spotted by Manchester United scout Marcel Bout during Louis Van Gaal's reign at the Old Trafford and recommended the signing of the youngster to Jose Mourinho even after Van Gaal's sack. It is understood that Baars told Ajax he wanted to leave the Dutch giants last January but his move to the Old Trafford could not materialise due to an international clearance. However, the 16-year-old has confirmed that he has sealed his sensational move to United, by updating his bio to read: 'Footballer for Manchester … [Read more...]
Stunning Dutch Striker Responds To Manchester United Interest
Ajax forward Kasper Dolberg has revealed that he is more focused of getting regular playing time amid speculations over his future. The Danish striker is regarded as one of the hottest strikers in Europe with his brilliant displays for Ajax, with several clubs vying for his signature. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is understood to be a long-term admirer of Dolberg's qualities but Manchester United are also believed to be monitoring his situation. There are reports that Manchester City are also said to be circling round his situation but the 19-year-old wants to remain at Ajax in a bid to get regular playing time despite big clubs monitoring his situation. ‘No, it’s too big a step to go to City or United now,’ He told FourFourTwo. ‘It’s important to keep … [Read more...]
All Set: United Ready To Announce The Signing Of Talented Striker Daishawn Redan
Reports recently emerged that English Premier League side Manchester United are close to bringing in teenage Ajax star Daishawn Redan. Squawka stated that the striker “turns 16 in January and is believed to have decide that he would like to join United". Additionally, it was reported that Redan had gained the attention of a handful of top European clubs and they are keeping an eye on him. Nevertheless, Dutch side Ajax desire to keep the youngster to themselves for the time being. The talented teenager has made 23 appearances for the Netherlands at youth level—most recently for their under-17s—and has scored 18 superb goals. United officials were reportedly tipped off about Redan by former Ajax scout Henny De Regt. De Regt now works in the Manchester United … [Read more...]