Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has beaten former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho to the top spot on the list of the highest-paid managers in world football. According to France Football via Goal, the Atletico Madrid boss finished at the top of the list of the top 20 highest-paid managers. Diego Simeone had a total income of £35m ahead of Jose Mourinho (£26.6m) Former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry had a brief three-month stint at French Ligue 1 giants AS Monaco before he was sacked earlier this year and he’s third on the list with the total income of £21.9m. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola (£20.6m) and Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde (£19.7m) complete the top five. Why I left Arsenal, interesting Nigerian reveals Jose Mourinho is presently … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend set to return to management
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry is reportedly set to return to management after his sack from French Ligue 1 outfit AS Monaco. The former Barcelona star lasted only 140 days in charge of the Ligue 1 outfit before he was sacked by the management as he could not win games. Before picking the job as AS Monaco boss, Thierry Henry was with the Belgium national team as their assistant manager and there are reports that he is set to return to pick up his role after a failed attempt at the club side. Mourinho receives surprise offer, potential club will shock you Thierry Henry is known to have had a career in the pundit job, which serves him an advantage to decide if he would want to continue in that line in the future or pick up his coaching role as he has always … [Read more...]
Why AC Milan striker will always have Arsenal at heart
AC Milan striker Krzysztof Piatek has given the hint that he will always have Arsenal at hear because of the moments he had as a young boy and how much he followed the club as a fan. The Poland international is currently with the Italian Serie A outfit where he is improving and growing in the game but his childhood dream is to be at the Emirates Stadium with the North London outfit. How Ozil celebrated team win after Leicester victory He confessed to being an Arsenal fan as a young player, adding that he loved the style of play introduced by former manager Arsene Wenger and the qualities of great players like Thierry Henry and Dennis Bergkamp who are now legends of the clubs. Krzysztof Piatek had scored 19 goals in 21 appearances for Genoa which is the … [Read more...]
Chelsea Face European Threat For £35m-rated Midfielder
Former European champions Chelsea will have to fend off the interest of clubs from the European continent in their quest to sign Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes. This is according to reports coming out of the media in Portugal. Daily Record claim that European sides like AC Milan and Atletico Madrid are keen on a move for Bruno Fernandes. The £35m-rated Portuguese international has been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge especially since the exit of Spanish international midfielder Cesc Fabregas. Fabregas left Chelsea for French Ligue 1 giants AS Monaco during the winter transfer window after spending four-and-a-half years at the club. Liverpool Deserve To Win Trophies - Star Defender The 31-year-old was part of the Chelsea team that … [Read more...]
What Wenger said about Thierry Henry is incredible
Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is speaking for the first time since the unsuccessful spell of his former player Thierry Henry at the French Ligue 1 outfit AS Monaco earlier this season. It was an unsuccessful spell for the former Arsenal and Barcelona player who was recruited by the French Ligue 1 outfit to return the club to winning ways but his mission was unsuccessful and was asked to leave after spending only three months. Arsene Wenger is of the opinion that his countryman remains a good manager but he failed because he took over the job at midway and had no time to get the club running. He noted that Thierry Henry would have succeeded like Arsenal former captain Patrick Vieira who is doing great at French Ligue 1 side. How Arsenal hope to … [Read more...]
Done Deal! Chelsea Agree Transfers To Sign Midfield Duo
Premier League giants have reportedly agreed to sign two midfielders following the exit of Cesc Fabregas. The Daily Telegraph claim that the Blues have agreed in principle to sign both Nicolo Barella and Leandro Paredes from Italian Serie A side Cagliari Calcio and Russian club Zenit St. Petersburg respectively. Italian international midfielder Barella has been attracting the interests of several European sides following his impressive showings for his Italian Serie A side since he broke into the first team two years ago. Apart from Chelsea, Premier League clubs like Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool and Arsenal have all been linked with a transfer for the young Italian playmaker. Experienced United player heading to Italy Italian sides … [Read more...]
Excited’ Fabregas can’t wait to re-unite with Henry after completing his move to Monaco
Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas finally completed his much speculated switch to Ligue 1 side Monaco on Friday and he can't wait for his Ligue 1 debut on Sunday. The 30-year-old Spaniard played his last game for the Blues last weekend when he captained the team to a 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest in the third round of the FA Cup competition. The move to the struggling Thierry Henry's side reportedly cost £10m and he would be hoping to justify his price tag by helping the team avoid relegation by the end of the season After completing his switch to Monaco, the former Arsenal star took to Twitter to shower praise on Chelsea players, fans and board members for the hospitality they showed him throughout the four years he spent with them. £12m-rated star … [Read more...]
Monaco close to first deal for Chelsea star
French Ligue 1 outfit Monaco are reported to be close to their first major deal for English Premier League outfit Chelsea star Cesc Fabregas. Reports according to Sky Sports claim that the French Ligue 1 outfit are keen to strike a deal in the coming days as they hope to bounce back in the second half of the season. Life has not been good for former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry at Monaco as he is yet to convince his employers of his ability with the results from games which is the reason why he seeks for a number of additions that will help turn the season around for him. United hit dead rock in pursuit of €60m rated star Former Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas is known to be experienced with a good passing technique which adds to his ability give … [Read more...]
Departure Imminent! Cesc Fabregas Bids Farewell To Chelsea fans
Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas was seen waving his hands to the Blues faithfuls after their goalless draw with Southampton at Stamford Bridge last night. The former Barcelona star has found game-time so hard to get under Maurizio Sarri and he is now set to move on to another club later in the month. According to transfer media outlets last month, the Spanish international is on the radar of his former Arsenal teammate Thierry Henry who is Monaco's manager. The former Arsenal striker is reportedly looking to add more experience to his struggling Ligue 1 side and he has shown interest in Fabregas and Gary Cahill who has equally failed to nail down a permanent spot on Sarri's list of important players. Erkut Sogut confirms expectation on star … [Read more...]
Thierry Henry keen on Arsenal defender
Former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry who is now the head coach of French Ligue 1Monco is keen to have Gunners captain Laurent Koscielny join his side in the winter transfer window. The Les Monégasques are battling with poor performances with the weakness of the team pointed at the defence line which makes the club turn their attention to Laurent Koscielny. Monaco are hopeful that they can strike a deal for Laurent Koscielny owing to the fact that he is already getting old and struggling with consistency which might force Arsenal into wanting to cash in on him. Deal almost done! Fans plead with Unai Emery over Milan Skriniar Also, the starting role for the French international is no longer confirmed at the Emirates Stadium knowing that the Spanish boss … [Read more...]
What Arsenal will do to Ramsey will leave you emotional
It is now confirmed that Wales international player Aaron Ramsey will no longer be an Arsenal player by the end of the season with his contract expected to run out. The former Cardiff man failed to agree on a new deal with the Gunners representatives after it was revealed that he had demanded for a weekly wage that will overburden the team. There is no doubt that Ramsey will be missed by the fans and this has been confirmed by the Gunners manager Unai Emery who noted that the 27-year-old remains a good player and has given his best to the club. Just in: Aaron Ramsey set for Bayern Munich It has now been confirmed that Ramsey will not be leaving just like that, following reports that he will be immortalised at the Emirates Stadium with his name to be … [Read more...]
Thierry Henry speaks on Monaco loss
Former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry is not all sad about his defeat in his first game as the manager of French side Monaco. The Henry team lost by 2 - 1 to Strasbourg on Saturday and it has got a lot of people talking on if the former Barcelona forward can turn things around. Before he took over the job, Monaco had suffered a lot of battering which prompted the sack of the former manager. However, in his reaction, Henry stated that there are lots of positives to think about from his 2 - 1 loss rather than the negatives so as to move on and ensure a way forward. Why Mourinho will be on the touchline at Stamford Bridge despite FA charge He noted that his side had got opportunities to have the lead until they were set back by a goal in the second half … [Read more...]
Wenger backs Thierry Henry to succeed at Monaco
There are lots of connections between former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger and the club’s legend Thierry Henry who has been appointed as Monaco’s manager. Aside both being French men, they had got a good relationship as a player and manager at Arsenal before they both parted ways. Now, it will be in the history of French outfit, Monaco that Wenger and Henry have managed the club as the former Arsenal boss had his reign at the French side from 1987 to 1994. However, Wenger who is familiar with both the club and the new manager is positive that something good can now be heard of his former side. Wenger praised the recruit of the Arsenal legend, noting that it has a lot of credibility because of the quality he has got. According to him, the former Belgium … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend Pires reveals what we should expect from Henry at Monaco
The news is finally here and Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has been appointed as Monaco’s manager. The former Barcelona striker has been appointed as the manager of French side Monaco with his job expected to begin after the international break. Before the appointment, Henry was in line to take up the vacant position at Aston Villa but immediately declined when he was assured he would secure an appointment with the French side. However, Arsenal legend Robert Pires have explained what we should expect from the former Belgium assistant coach who is now the boss himself. Pires says he backs Henry to have a successful career with the French side and also to make his impact. It is suggested that the French manager has learnt a lot from Manchester City and … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend Henry to pick managerial job at France?
Emerging reports indicates that Arsenal legend Thierry Henry will be returning to his former club Monaco to pick up the managerial job that will be available anytime soon. Henry could replace Leonardo Jardim who might be on his way out of the Stade Louis II due to poor start of the 2018/2019 campaign. It is looking difficult for the Portuguese manager to handle having lost the likes of Tiemoue Bakayoko, Fabinho. Thomas Lemar, Kylian Mbappe, Benjamin Mendy within the last 16 months. He now has a very slim squad which makes it difficult for him to get needed results at the club. Howbeit, the former Barcelona striker is willing to take the challenge and is considering dumping the offer available for him at Aston Villa for Monaco. Henry was initially … [Read more...]
Lacazette condemns Aubameyang from beating Henry’s Arsenal record
Arsenal striker, Alexandre Lacazette is not ready to accept the comparison teammate Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and his countryman and former Gunners, Thierry Henry. Aubameyang had joined Arsenal in January, scoring 10 goals in 15 games for the North London side. His entire goals were extended to 16 altogether in the 5-1 win against Fulham. His stylish goals and pattern of play has, therefore, ensured he is compared with the club’s legend who is one of the record scorers in Arsenal history. Unlike the Gabon international, Henry had scored only 5 goals for Arsenal in his first season but went ahead to becoming the club’s highest goal scorer and Aubameyang has 212 goals to score before matching the record. That seems unbelievable for Lacazette who is not … [Read more...]
Chelsea legend retires from football, on his way to become assistant coach
Chelsea legend and former Aston Villa player, John Terry has retired from active football at the age of 37 years. John Terry during his days at Stamford Bridge made 700 appearances for the Blues, he left Chelsea for Aston Villa but didn't get a contract extension at the club and had been a free agent since then. However, the top star in a statement via his Instagram last night wrote he has finally hung his boots after 23 years as a player. Chelsea fans have taken to Twitter to applaud a player that once played at Stamford Bridge. The top defender also made 78 appearances for his home country, England all through his professional career. John Terry hanging his boots may be a proof that he is about to venture into coaching. The legend has been linked … [Read more...]
Something to celebrate, Arsenal has found Henry’s replacement, Keown
Arsenal legend, Martin Keown thinks there is something to be happy about with his former club after watching the Europa League game against Vorskla. The Gunners took the day in the 4-2 win, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang finding the back of the net twice to add to the goals from Mesut Ozil and Danny Welbeck. The Arsenal legend says the goal scored by the Gabon international makes him have a feel of the former striker, Thierry Henry in the game. He suggested that Arsenal might have secured a replacement for the Frenchman. The former Arsenal defender stated that the way Aubameyang drifted in and curls the ball with his right foot makes him think of Henry. He described the player as having the belief and confidence to have scored the goal in that … [Read more...]
Walcott not scared to make his plans against Arsenal known
Everton striker, Theo Walcott is not scared to make his plan against Arsenal public when both teams meet in their Premier League clash on Sunday. Walcott is not bothered about the relationship he has had with the fans at the Old Trafford and he already thinks of hurting the Arsenal supporters by scoring a goal on Sunday. Walcott left Arsenal after claiming he was not given enough playing time at the Emirates Stadium. He had to say goodbye in January for a fee of £20million after 12 years spell at the club to revive his supposed sleeping career. However, Walcott promised to celebrate if he scores against Arsenal. The striker is perceived to be angry by his alleged unfair treatment at the club. He said he was frustrated in his last one year and wasn't … [Read more...]
Like United, Theo Walcott says life at Arsenal was tough
It is now becoming a trend for players to think their reasons for leaving former clubs was because life became tough and unbearable with Everton striker, Theo Walcott being the latest to go the same direction. Recall that Memphis Depay recently revealed that he did not enjoy his spell at Manchester United which made him leave the club. Wilfried Zaha also made such claim of being unhappy at United because he did not live the life he wanted to live. The former Arsenal striker, Walcott also has his claim to make after saying he struggled at the Emirates Stadium in his last days at the club. Walcott scored 108 goals for Arsenal in 397 appearances but had injury challenges which kept him out most of the time. He claimed that because of his lack of playing … [Read more...]
Arsenal midfielder points out club’s great in success story
Matteo Guendouzi has identified himself with Arsenal greats and has linked his success at the club to the players. The youngster who was celebrating his first month of action in the Premier League said his rise can be traced to watching videos of Patrick Vieira and Thierry Henry when he was younger. He observed that he has learnt a lot from the Arsenal legends which is now playing out at the club window as a player for the future but his convincing performance, especially in the pre-season, caught Unai Emery’s attention who is now left with no choice than to start the player. His settlement and blend into the team is an unusual one as he began training with the team immediately after penning a deal at the Emirates. The French youngster has now started all … [Read more...]
Arsenal’s legend to take over new coaching role
Thierry Henry to take over as Aston Villa new manager. Aston Villa football club are about to set a new record before a new season begins. Just as how the likes of Chelsea and Arsenal have made some changes in terms of signing new managers, Aston Villa are about to toil the same line. New report made it known that Arsenal legendary forward, Thierry Henry, is set to take over as the new manager at Aston Villa. This comes after the report added that Henry has reached verbal agreement with the club management. But was only waiting for the full support and back up from the club's billionaire owners. This new report means current Villain coach, Steve Bruce is on his way out Like Antonio Conte and Arsene Wenger, Steve may be about to lose his job owing … [Read more...]