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‘I’m convinced’: Carragher delivers verdict on ESL after hearing what Leeds and Liverpool fans done
Jamie Carragher has suggested that he is convinced the idea of the European Super League can be stopped if everyone ‘Keep banging the drum’. Twelver clubs – including six Premier League clubs – wants a break away from the existing system. However, the other 14 clubs are getting ready for the fight. Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin has even called Juventus’ chairman “a liar” and the clubs “snakes”. The Slovenian criticised the attitude of the club owners who he said view the game as a “product” and fans as “consumers”. There were rumours that Jurgen Klopp, the Reds boss, could leave the club at the end of the season if the plan goes ahead. While Klopp has vowed to honour his contract, he has insisted he would try to “sort it somehow” with Fenway Sports Group. The decision from t...
How players have reacted to the European Super League announcement
Former Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera is one of many players to speak out on the formation of a controversial European Super League. Herrera played for Manchester United from 2014-19, having made 189 appearances for the Red Devils. It was announced on Sunday night that Herrera’s former club would be involved in the formation of a European Super League. The proposed competition has been met with a wave of criticism due to the ‘closed shop’ mentality of the league format. Now, Herrera has led a wave of players speaking out on social media. pic.twitter.com/C9zV59zJxH — Ander Herrera (@AnderHerrera) April 19, 2021 Daniel Podence & Bruno Fernandes Wolves’ Daniel Podence criticised the competition on Instagram on Monday, claiming ‘there are some things we just can’t r...
‘We didn’t know we had snakes so close to us:’ Ceferin slams Woodward and Agnelli
UEFA’s Aleksander Ceferin has slammed Man United chief Ed Woodward and Juventus’ Andrea Agnelli over their involvement in the European Super League. Manchester United and Juventus are both involved in the breakaway Super League, announced on Sunday night. The plans could see both clubs kicked out of their domestic competitions, as well as the Champions League. Speaking in a UEFA news conference on Monday, president Aleksander Ceferin has spoken out on the European Super League, criticising those who helped form it. Speaking on Ed Woodward, as quoted by the BBC, Ceferin explained: “I didn’t have much contact with him, but he called me last Thursday in the evening saying that he’s very satisfied with the [Champions League] reforms, that he fully supports the reforms, and that the ...
Thomas Tuchel provides fitness update on three Chelsea stars ahead of Brighton clash
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel provided a fitness update on three first-team stars ahead of the Premier League clash against Brighton & Hove Albion. The Blues recently secured their place in the FA Cup final with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Manchester City. They will compete with Leicester City for the trophy next month. The club are scheduled to host the Seagulls in the league tonight, and a victory would take them to third on the table ahead of Leicester City, who will have a game in hand. Ahead of the game, Tuchel provide some positive news on the injury front by confirming the availability of Andreas Christensen following his muscle problem. The Denmark international has missed the last three matches for the Blues, but is available for selection after returning to training without an...
Thomas Tuchel to make six changes | Predicted Chelsea line-up (3-4-2-1) vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Chelsea entertain Brighton & Hove Albion in tonight’s Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge. The Blues returned to winning ways at the weekend with a superb 1-0 triumph over Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-final. They are just one point behind fourth-placed West Ham United, and have the chance to leapfrog them with their game in hand against the Seagulls. The club could go up to third in the league standings with a victory, given Leicester City are not in action until Thursday against West Bromwich Albion. The Blues have an excellent record against the Seagulls. They have dropped just two points from seven meetings since the latter’s promotion in 2017. Formation: 3-4-2-1 Predicted Line-up: Kepa Arrizabalaga was handed a rare opportunity in goal in the FA Cup semi-final and he had ...
Predicted Leeds XI vs Liverpool: Bielsa to make two changes, 21-yr-old to start
Liverpool visit Leeds United for their Premier League game later today, and the Reds will be hoping to close in on the top four with a victory. Tonight’s game could be vital to Liverpool’s Champions League aspirations, and they cannot afford to slip up. That said, it remains to be seen how important a top-four finish will eventually prove to be after the announcement of the European Super League (ESL) last night. Liverpool have already signed up for the breakaway tournament along with five other Premier League clubs. Their proposed participation in the ESL means that they will not be allowed to play in the Champions League. The majority of fans are unhappy with the club’s decision to break away and form an exclusive competition which is perceived as a move motivated by financial reasons. S...
Chelsea increase their interest in signing €37m-rated Champions League winner
Chelsea have increased their interest in signing Bayern Munich centre-back Niklas Sule this summer, a report from The Athletic claims. Sule has been with the Bavarian giants since 2017, but he has struggled for regular game time over the past 18 months due to injury concerns and competition for places. His current deal with the club expires in less than 15 months, and the hierarchy have yet to open negotiations regarding a possible contract extension. Both Jerome Boateng and David Alaba will leave at the expiry of their contracts this summer, but Bayern are open to listening to offers for Sule. Blues boss Thomas Tuchel is said to be eyeing a new centre-back, and it is claimed that the club are planning to step up their pursuit of Sule. However, the appointment of Julian Nagelsmann as the m...
West Ham have been told to fork out €25 million if they want to sign 28-yr-old
West Ham United are keen on signing Jesse Lingard on a permanent transfer at the end of the season and the Londoners have been informed that they will have to pay a fee of around €25 million for the attacker. Manchester United have asked West Ham for € 25m for Jesse Lingard. Negotiations are ongoing between the two teams. Jesse Lingard is keen to continue his career at West Ham. That strengthens the hand of West Ham’s managers.#WestHam #ManchesterUnited #MFC #Lingard https://t.co/csw7yTJSUm — Ekrem Konur (@Ekremkonur) April 18, 2021 The 28-year-old joined the Hammers on loan from Manchester United during the January transfer window and he has been in outstanding form for the London club. Lingard has eight goals and three assists to his name since moving to West Ham and he will be cru...
Spurs reportedly want German manager as next boss & could appoint him this season
According to The Sun, Tottenham Hotspur want RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann as their next manager after parting ways with Jose Mourinho this morning, and they could appoint the German before the end of the season. The Portuguese was sacked today after losing the majority of Spurs dressing room and following a run of woeful results that has left the side at the risk of finishing outside the top-four. Mourinho lasted just 17 months into the four-year deal he signed after replacing Mauricio Pochettino in November 2019. Chris Powell and Ryan Mason will be in interim charge of Tottenham and be in the dugout for the League Cup final against Manchester City on Sunday. However, the duo have not been told they will definitely remain in charge for the rest of the season as Spurs look to land Nage...
Why Leon Bailey would be perfect for Everton after recent report
It was reported on Sunday that Everton are in the market for a new winger, with a left-footed wide-man being targeted ahead of the summer window. The Toffees have lacked a direct winger on the right side of their attack for some time now. James Rodriguez was brought into the club last summer and did start the season on the right-wing. However, the Colombian has recently been deployed centrally and has impressed in his new role. However, that has meant Alex Iwobi is Everton’s only option for Carlo Ancelotti if they choose to play with a right-winger. As an alternative, the Italian manager has often played with a right-wing back. That has been either Mason Holgate or Seamus Coleman. It is now being reported that Everton are targeting a new right-winger in the summer transfer window. Accordin...
Report shares why Levy opted against appointing Carlo Ancelotti as Spurs manager
Jose Mourinho has been sacked by Tottenham Hotspur after just 17 months as head coach. The Portuguese replaced Mauricio Pochettino in November 2019, but reports have emerged that he was not the first-choice of Spurs chairman Daniel Levy. According to The Athletic, the Tottenham chief had considered appointing Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti that autumn, but Mourinho’s winning aura swung him the job. The 61-year-old was appointed by the Toffees on December 21, 11 days after Napoli showed him the exit despite a 4-0 home win against Genk in their final 2019-20 Champions League match of the group stage that ensured their advancement to the round of 16. Ancelotti led Everton to a 12th-placed finish following eight wins, five draws and six losses and is now looking to lead them to a top-seven fi...
Ed Woodward holds emergency briefing with Manchester United players following European Super League drama
Ed Woodward has held an emergency meeting with several angry Manchester United players at the training ground today, Sportsmail reports. On April 18, Man Utd were one of 12 major European clubs to drop a bombshell on the world of football, announcing plans for a new European Super League. The other 11 involved are fellow English sides Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur, as well as Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Inter Milan, AC Milan and Juventus. Florentino Perez and Andrea Agnelli have been at the heart of the negotiations The Red Devils were a key part of the plans. Owner Joel Glazer has been appointed as the vice-chairman of the Super League, while Woodward is also heavily involved. Glazer has described the move as “a new chapter for European f...
