English Premier League outfit Man United are currently in the quarter-finals of the Champions League and they are set to play the second leg at the Nou Camp later on Tuesday. Just like what happened in their round of 16 clashes against French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint Germain, the Reds team were defeated in their first leg at the Old Trafford by 1-0 and they are seeking to turn the table around by securing a win away from home to gain a qualification to the semi-finals. It would be recalled that Man United were defeated 2-0 by PSG in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer led his team to secure a 3-1 win in Paris in the second leg. Solskjaer hints on Champions League target However, PSG manager has argued that Man … [Read more...]
United tipped to sign “next Xavi”
United tipped to land “next Xavi” English Premier League outfit Man United have been tipped to land French Ligue 1 outfit PSG star Marco Verratti who has been tipped to be the next Xavi. A former Man United forward Dimitar Berbatov has hailed Marco Veratto after he was impressed watching him in the Champions League clash last weekend. Marco Verratti operated at the centre of the midfield alongside Marqinhos which was enough to frustrate the United’s attack and stop their movements. No doubt they smiled home with a 2-0 victory. The incredible thing Unai Emery said about Pep Guardiola The former Red Devils forward said Marco Veratto was not just on ground to distribute the ball but he ensured the ball was at the reach of his team at all time. He noted … [Read more...]
Ibrahimovic Want Mourinho To Sign Marco Verratti For Man United
Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has encouraged his side's Portuguese manager to drop a bid for PSG midfielder Marco Verratti. During the past summer transfer window, there were speculations Verratti was asked to leave the Paris club ahead of the 2017/18 season after a disappointing term under the management of Unai Emery. During the transfer window, the Italian midfielder went ahead to hire popular agent Mino Raiola who works with the likes of Paul Pogba, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Romelu Lukaku. These fueled speculations about a potential move, but PSG refused to allow him leave. And Swedish legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who played together with the 25-year-old for four years when he was still at PSG, wants Jose to bring the Italian over to Old … [Read more...]
Good News, Man United Top Target Is Unhappy At Current Club
Manchester United have been boosted in their pursuit of Marco Verratti following reports that the player is unhappy with his contract at Paris Saint Germain. The Italian midfielder is currently on a £6.2 million per annum with the French giants but there are reports that the player wants a significant pay rise after Dani Alves was put on a £12.5 million as the defender arrived from Juventus. Verratti has been linked with a move away from the Parc des Princes this summer with reports that the player has held talks with Barcelona. Manchester United have recently been at the fore front on most transfer targets as Mourinho wants to bring in a central midfielder and has been looking at the chances of signing Verratti this summer. Reports in Spanish outlet, … [Read more...]
Man United table £40m bid for target as Mourinho is eager to sign one more player
Manchester United have had a £40 million bid rejected by Tottenham Hotspur for Eric Dier, according to reports. The 23-year-old midfielder has been closely monitored by United with reports that Jose Mourinho sees him as an ideal replacement for Michael Carrick who is nearing retirement. It is also understood that Dier is also keen at the possibility of joining his boyhood club, United but Spurs are standing in the way of the transfer, with reports that club chairman Daniel Levy will not allow any of their first team stars leave after selling Kyle Walker to Manchester City for £50 million. Despite Tottenham's stance, Manchester United are believed to be going forward with a move for Dier, with reports in Sky Sports that the Red Devils have had a bid of £40 … [Read more...]
Transfer news – Man United Favourite To Swoop For Marco Verratti
Manchester United have entered the race to sign Paris Saint Germain midfielder Marco Verratti, according to reports. The Red Devils are in need of a central midfielder to partner Paul Pogba and Ander Herrera in the midfield. They have been linked with the likes of Nemanja Matic, Radja Nainggolan and Tiemoue Bakayoko this summer with suggestions that Jose Mourinho wants to bring in an all round midfielder to his setup to anchor his midfield next season. Reports in Spanish outlet Sport claim that Verratti is set to dump his agent for Mino Raiola who is seen as a transfer fixer for the Red Devils. The super agent brokered the world record deal that saw £89 million move for Paul Pogba while he also oversaw Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Henrikh Mkhitaryan's move to the … [Read more...]
Chelsea Top Target Rejects New Lucrative Deal From Club
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti has emerged as a target for both Chelsea and Barcelona this summer and he seems to have a preference for the Spanish top flight. Although his French club does not want him to leave and are ready to offer him a better deal, it appears his heart is already set on an exit from Paris. According to new reports, the player has rejected a contract worth over £8million a year at PSG as he looks to force a transfer to Barcelona. Premier League champions Chelsea are also interested in signing the Italian midfielder, but recent reports claimed he’d agreed to personal terms with a move to Barcelona. The Italy international has long been regarded as one of the top midfield playmakers in world football, and PSG are … [Read more...]
Manchester United To Rival Spanish Giant For Top Italian Powerhouse
Manchester United are preparing to rival Barcelona for Paris Saint Germain midfielder, Marco Verratti, according to reports. The Italian star has grown to become one of the best midfielders in Europe due to his all round midfield abilities but his future at the Parc des Princes has been put into doubt. Reports in the Express claim that Verratti wants to move away from PSG this summer, with Barcelona being his preferred destination but Manchester United are willing to battle the Catalan giants for the midfielder's signature. However, Paris Saint Germain has continually said the midfielder will not be allowed to leave the French capital this summer and even rejected £66million offer from Barca. Reports in Italian outlet, Tuttomercato claim that Manchester … [Read more...]
Chelsea Given New Hope To Get Italian Star As Agent Slams Club
Premier League champions Chelsea have been given new hope in their race for the signature of Paris Saint-Germain player Marco Verratti after his agent warned the French heavyweights that their money won't be enough to stop the Italian from leaving. Just last month, there were speculations that Verratti is one of Antonio Conte's main targets ahead of the summer window and that the west London club had submitted a £55 million offer for the midfielder. It is understood that the Premier League champions are not the only ones interested in him, but are facing stiff competition from both Barcelona and Juventus for the Italy international. Right now, the 24-year-old's agent Donato Di Campli says Juventus are an attractive proposition but insists his client would be … [Read more...]
Italian Midfielder Wants To Leave Club This Summer, Chelsea On Red Alert
Paris Saint Germain midfielder Marco Verratti's agent has hinted at a possible summer move for the midfielder this summer. The 24-year-old has been heavily linked with a move away from the Parc du Princes since last summer, with reports that he is unhappy with his playing chances in the French Ligue 1 and will fancy a move elsewhere. Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is understood to be a long-admirer of the midfielder and wants him to join him at the Stamford Bridge, having coached him on the international scene with the Italian national team. German giants, Bayern Munich are believed to be eyeing a move for Verratti as a viable replacement for Xabi Alonso who is set to retire from the club at the end of the current campaign His agent Donati Di Campli has revealed … [Read more...]
Barcelona Ready To Anger Real Madrid With Move For Midfield Powerhouse
Barcelona have moved ahead of Real Madrid in the pursuit of Paris Saint Germaine midfielder Marco Verratto, according to reports. The Italian ace has been tipped to leave the Ligue 1 side, with the likes of Real Madrid and Chelsea reported to be in for his signature. Barcelona have also been credited with interest for Verratti as they look to begin a re-building process next summer. Reports in Spanish outlet Don Balon have it that the Italian has decided to join Barcelona ahead of Real Madrid next summer as he is keen to play alongside Lionel Messi at the Camp Nou next season. The report suggests that Verratti was thrilled by Lionel Messi's performance against Real Madrid last Sunday and has asked his representatives to finalize a deal to see him play … [Read more...]
Manchester United Agree Deal For £35m Rated Chelsea Target
Manchester United have agreed a deal to buy Paris Saint Germain midfielder, Marco Verratti next summer, according to reports in Gazzette dello Sport. The Italian midfielder has been linked with a move away from Parc Des Princes with reports that Chelsea are eyeing a January move for him but backed after some initial failed attempts. Paris Saint Germaine has made two vital signings in the January transfer window which suggests there could be movement in the current squad in the summer which United wants to capitalise on. Veratti was regarded as one of the best midfielders in Europe when he joined the French Champions from Pescara in 2012, winning four Ligue 1 titles but has come under criticisms for his displays which has casted a shadow on his future. PSG … [Read more...]
Update: Why Carlo Ancelotti Opens Up On Bayern Munich Move For Chelsea Top Target
Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti has claimed he has not spoken with Paris Saint Germain midfielder Marco Verratti over a potential move. Prior reports have it that the Italian boss held talks with the 24-year-old regarding a move to the Allianz area in the summer. According to Le Parsien, Ancelotti wants Verratti to join Bayern and has called him on the phone as he views him as a long-term replacement for Xabi Alonso, whose contract expires this summer. Reports in German outlet, Bild also claim that the German champions will have to shell out a staggering £69 million fee. However, Ancelotti has insisted he is not moving for the midfielder, suggesting he will stay with the French side 'for a long time'. ‘I have not spoken with Marco Verratti for the … [Read more...]
Agent Offers Big Claim Over Chelsea Target On Interview
Marco Veratti's Agent, Donato Di Campoli has raised Chelsea's hopes in their bid to sign the Italian midfielder. The Blues have heavily linked with a move for Veratti as Conte looks to bring in reinforcements in the January transfer window. However, Chelsea face competition in their bid for the Paris Saint Germaine midfielder with reports that Bayern Munich are also in for Verratti. According to Le Parisien claim that Carlo Ancelotti has contacted the 24-year-old midfielder as he is veiwed as an ideal replacement for Xabi Alonso who is set to retire at the end of the summer. "Verratti wants to win at PSG,’ Donati Di Campli told Rai Sport in October. "However, if these attacks from the French media continue then Marco will evaluate his position and will … [Read more...]
Club Join Race To Sign Chelsea’s Target As Boss Secretly Calls Star
Bayern Munich have intensified their efforts to sign Marco Verrati with reports that Carlo Ancelotti personally calls the Paris Saint Germaine star. The 25-year-old midfielder has been linked with a move out of Paris with Chelsea understood to be one of his possible destinations. Reports in Le Parisien claims that Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti has contacted the Italian on the phone regarding a potential move at the end of the current campaign. Bayern has reportedly made the signing of Veratti as a top target as he is viewed as a possible replacement for Xabi Alonso whose contract expires at the end of the season. The report also have it that Bayern will need to stump up to £70 million to force Paris Saint Germaine to sell Veratti, with suggestions … [Read more...]
Chelsea Target Lifts Lid On His Future After Exit Talks
Chelsea target Marco Veratti has revealed he 'see no reason to leave' Paris Saint Germaine despite his agent hinting at his exit from France. The Italian midfielder has been linked to a move away from the French champions with Chelsea thought to be fore-runners to sign him. Although, the midfielder is also been chased by a host of European top clubs like Juventus, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Inter Milan said to be interested in luring Veratti from Parc des Princes. His agent also kindled the speculation with his comments, suggesting the 24-year-old has no intention of committing his future to PSG. ‘There are a lot of teams interested in him, but you would have to ask PSG,’ he told TeleLombardia. ‘Will he stay in Paris for life? I can assure you – no. I … [Read more...]