English Premier League
European Super League clubs set to be given hefty fine by Premier League
The Premier League plans to punish the six clubs that attempted to break away and form a new European Super League with a substantial fine, reports the Telegraph. On April 18, it was announced that 12 of Europe’s biggest clubs had planned to break away from the Champions League and form a new European Super League. The clubs involved were Manchester City, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, Juventus, AC Milan and Inter Milan. Florentino Perez and Andrea Agnelli were at the heart of the negotiations The idea was met with widespread outrage from the footballing world. Fans gathered outside grounds to protest, while top players and pundits were critical of the idea. Some of the game’s governing bodies threatened bans for ...
Graham Potter insists he’s happy at Brighton amid Tottenham links
Graham Potter has played down reports that he could be set to replace Jose Mourinho at Tottenham Hotspur, insisting he’s happy at Brighton & Hove Albion. Tottenham are in the hunt for a new manager after Mourinho was sacked in April, less than a week before the club’s Carabao Cup final. Former midfielder Ryan Mason has taken temporary charge and won both of his two league games against Southampton and Sheffield United, although he was beaten at Wembley by Manchester City. Ryan Mason took over from Mourinho in April Several names have been mentioned as potential successors to Mourinho, although it doesn’t seem like an announcement is close. Julian Nagelsmann was the number one target, but he has instead gone to Bayern Munich, while Ajax’s Erik ten Hag has renewed his contract in Amsterd...
Report: Levy has made crucial transfer decision and Spurs fans will absolutely love it
Tottenham Hotspur will not accept any offers for their star striker Harry Kane, according to Evening Standard. Kane’s future has been speculated widely in the media, with the player himself stating his desire to win silverware. There are suggestions that if Spurs fail to secure a top-four finish this term, Kane would look to leave the club. The Athletic journalist, David Ornstein, claimed that Spurs chairman Daniel Levy will not sell him to a rival club and that he would demand a massive transfer fee for him. The two Manchester clubs are strongly linked with a move for the Spurs striker, but doubts remain about whether they can lure him away from the north London club. Kane has a contract until 2024 and Spurs are in no hurry to sell him. The report from the Evening Standard claim...
Aston Villa planning opening bid for 21-year-old winger with seven goal contributions
Aston Villa are planning an opening bid for Burnley winger Dwight McNeil ahead of the summer transfer window, a report from Football Insider claims. The Midlands outfit have had a fine season in the top-flight, and they are currently on course to finish in the top half of the table. The club’s owners have spent a combined £235 million on signings in the last two summers, and there could be another spending spree. The Villans are planning to strengthen the wide attacking department, and it is claimed that McNeil is one of the top targets on their wishlist. The club are prepared to make an early-window bid of £15m, but the offer is likely to be rejected with McNeil having three years left on his contract. Sportslens view: The Villans are expected to be without Trezeguet for a lengthy pe...
Report suggests 30-yr-old has received a transfer proposal from Everton
Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey has been linked with a move back to the Premier League this summer. According to Il Bianconero, the midfielder could be up for sale at the end of the season, and the 30-year-old is keen to return to England. The report further states that Everton have offered him a ‘serious and intriguing’ proposal, but the midfielder wants to rejoin Arsenal. Carlo Ancelotti could use a goalscoring midfielder like Ramsey, and the Italian may be able to help him rediscover his form. Ramsey has not been at his best since leaving the Gunners, and a return to the Premier League could help him regain his confidence. There is no mention of Arsenal wanting to sign their former midfielder, and Everton are thought to be the only Premier League club interested. Juventus have been lin...
Leeds will strike gold if Bielsa can land 28-cap int’l this summer, club could sell him – SL View
Ajax chief Marc Overmars recently gave a hint about their summer transfer plans. The Dutch giants have once again asserted their domestic dominance by securing a league and cup double. However, due to the pandemic, clubs worldwide are struggling financially, and Ajax are no exception to such a situation. Ajax have sold the likes of Hakim Ziyech, Matthijs de Ligt and Frenkie De Jong in recent years, and Overmars has hinted that two more first-team stars could leave this summer. Speaking to Dutch magazine Voetbal International (via the Express), Overmars said: “A departure for Nicolas Tagliafico and David Neres would not be illogical.” Leeds United should take a keen interest if Tagliafico is made available. Phil Hay, the Athletic journalist, claimed l...
‘No way we would allow Graham to leave’: Tottenham dealt manager hunt blow
Brighton & Hove Albion deputy chairman and chief executive Paul Barber has effectively ruled out Graham Potter’s exit this summer. Potter has impressed on the South Coast since taking over as manager in 2019, despite the club fighting relegation for most of this season. The Seagulls have produced multiple dazzling performances, but their finishing in front of goal has let them down. Despite that, Potter’s stock has continued to rise, and the Englishman has recently been linked with the Tottenham Hotspur job. Following Jose Mourinho’s sacking, several of Spurs’ targets have ruled themselves out of the race for job. Tottenham’s list of potential candidates is set to slim even further, with Barber effectively ruling out Potter taking over at Spurs. “We have no desire whatsoever ...
United grind their way to success as Europa League final – and a tough May schedule – awaits
Manchester United progressed through into the final of the Europa League with an 8-5 aggregate win over A.S. Roma, though Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side did lose out 3-2 to the Italians in the second leg at the Stadio Olimpico. A brace by Edinson Cavani was bettered on the night by goals from Edin Džeko, Bryan Cristante and the debuting Nicola Zalewski. United were fresh going into the clash as their scheduled fixture on Sunday with Liverpool was postponed due to fan protests against the Glazers’ ownership of the club. That said, Solskjaer’s side now face four games in seven days (including the second leg against Roma), so squad rotation will be key. Accordingly, the manager named his starting 11 and there were three changes from last week’s first leg of the semi-final at Old Trafford: Manche...
Leicester v Newcastle – recent head-to-head suggests late goals, comfortable win for hosts
The Premier League Matchday 35 gets underway on Friday as Leicester City play host to Newcastle United at the King Power Stadium. After winning this exact fixture 5-0 back in the 2019/20 campaign, the Foxes are looking to post back-to-back home league triumphs over this opposition for the second time this millennium. Despite enduring a rollercoaster of a season, the Magpies are likely to preserve their top-flight status, sitting nine points clear of 18th-placed Fulham in the Premier League table with five games left to play. Leicester City Preview Though a 1-1 away draw with a 10-man Southampton side knocked Leicester down from a two-match winning Premier League run, they remain in a prime position to clinch a top-four finish. At home, Brendan Rodgers’ men have won all but one of their las...
Arsenal eliminated from Europa League after being held to goalless draw by Villarreal
Arsenal were knocked out of the Europa League by Villarreal after playing out a 0-0 draw in the second leg, with the tie ending 2-1 on aggregate. The first half was seriously flat, with neither side able to create anything clear cut. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang had the best chance of the opening 45, doing well to strike a volley against the outside of the post. As for the visitors, the closest they came to changing the scoreline was through Dani Parejo. The former Queens Park Rangers loanee took a free kick from just outside the box, but put it marginally over the crossbar. It was a first half that will have satisfied Unai Emery more than Mikel Arteta. On his return to the Emirates Stadium, his side were limiting Arsenal to half-chances while also providing a bit of threat. The second half b...
Barcelona open negotiations to sign £22.5m-rated Chelsea target, contact made with agents
Barcelona have held initial negotiations with the representatives of Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero regarding a free transfer, Sky Sports News claims. The Argentine has netted 258 goals over the past decade for the Cityzens, but it has been confirmed that he will leave them when his contract expires this season. Aguero’s farewell appearance for the club could come against Chelsea in the Champions League final, which is scheduled to be played on May 29. There have been suggestions that the Blues could then attempt to sign the 32-year-old, but the Blaugrana are aiming to beat them to the striker’s signature. Aguero is free to negotiate a pre-contract with an overseas club, and the Catalan giants have opened talks with his agents regarding a free transfer. Sportslens view: Aguero has y...
Aston Villa offer Villa Park as alternative venue for Champions League final
Aston Villa have offered up Villa Park as a potential venue for the Champions League final, with doubts surrounding the Ataturk Stadium in Istanbul. With Manchester City and Chelsea sealing their places in the final this week, attention has turned to the finale. Both English clubs are set to receive 4,000 tickets each, with UEFA targeting a return to normality with fans in stadiums. However, it is not yet guaranteed that English fans will be able to travel to Turkey, with the UK government set to announce their guidelines for the next easing of lockdown. Turkey is also still in a state of lockdown. There are also other logistical problems, with English fans needing to pay for COVID-19 tests before flying to another country. With all the complications surrounding the planned venue, Vil...
