English Premier League
Arsenal braced for ‘Kroenke out’ protests before Everton clash
Arsenal are braced for fan protests when the Gunners host Everton at the Emirates Stadium on Friday evening, according to the Evening Standard. Arsenal were one of six Premier League clubs to announce their involvement in the creation of a controversial European Super League (ESL). The new competition was heavily criticised in the footballing world, with pundits, fans, clubs and governing bodies coming together to condemn its creation. After a couple of days of widespread criticism, the six English clubs formalised their withdrawal from the ESL. As a result, Juventus chief Andrea Agnelli admitted the competition will have to be put on the backburner. However, Arsenal’s involvement in the original plans have sparked a new fan drive to kick Stan Kroenke out of the club. The American bus...
Borussia Dortmund join Man Utd and Barcelona in race for 24-goal striker
Borussia Dortmund are looking at Eintracht Frankfurt star Andre Silva if Erling Braut Haaland leaves this summer, according to German outlet Bild. Silva has been a standout for Frankfurt this season, helping them to third in the league with 24 goals and four assists in 28 appearances. From Europe’s top five leagues, only Robert Lewandowski and Cristiano Ronaldo have netted on more occasions. Andre Silva has been in incredible form this season The Portugal international has managed to prove several doubters wrong during his time at the Bundesliga, following underwhelming spells at AC Milan and Sevilla. His prolific form this term has made him a target for Dortmund, claims Bild. The German publication says that the Black and Yellows may make a move for the striker should main goalscorer Haal...
Arsenal find breakthrough over a permanent transfer deal for on-loan star
Arsenal have negotiated a fee with Brighton & Hove Albion over the permanent signing of goalkeeper Mat Ryan this summer, Football Insider reports. The Australian made the surprise loan move to the north London club in January, and he has since turned out on two occasions. His debut came against Aston Villa in the Premier League in February, where he produced a solid display with seven saves. His second appearance was against Fulham last weekend. He managed a crucial header in the box as the club equalised in second-half stoppage time. Earlier yesterday, it was claimed that the Gunners were in advanced talks to sign Ryan permanently. It is now reported that they will pay an initial fee between £3-5 million. Brighton will include a few add-ons, but the package will be significantly less ...
Both Arsenal strikers out of Everton game, ‘Kroenke Out’ protests expected
Arsenal have provided a fitness update on five players ahead of the Premier League clash against Everton on Friday night. The Gunners recently played out a frustrating 1-1 draw against Fulham at home, and they will be aiming to make amends against the Toffees. Ahead of the game, the club have provided a fitness update on five players, including the front duo of Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Aubameyang has been sidelined for the past few games recovering from malaria, and he has not been deemed fit enough to face Carlo Ancelotti’s side. Meanwhile, Alexandre Lacazette is also ruled out for the encounter as the club are still assessing the hamstring strain suffered against the Cottagers. David Luiz and Kieran Tierney are also sidelined with knee injuries, although the for...
Harry Kane finally breaks his silence on Spurs appointing Mason as interim boss
Tottenham Hotspur replaced sacked head coach Jose Mourinho with Ryan Mason, and the 29-year-old will take charge of the team on an interim basis until the end of the season. The former Spurs midfielder joined the club’s coaching staff two months after retiring from the game due to a fractured skull, and he was made the official academy coach for the Under-19 UEFA Youth League side in July 2019. Mason became Tottenham’s head of player development (under-17 to under-23) in August 2020 and will be looking to prove himself over the course of the next seven games. The Spurs academy graduate will be in charge of some of his former teammates, and he has insisted that his relationship with them will be professional. Tottenham striker Harry Kane played with his new boss, and he has taken to Twitter...
‘His consistency still needs some work’ – Alan Shearer sends message to £200k-a-wk Spurs star
Premier League legend Alan Shearer has urged Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Tanguy Ndombele to work on his consistency. The Frenchman is one of the contenders for the 2020-21 Hublot Young Player of the Season award following an impressive sophomore campaign in the English top-flight. Ndombele struggled in his debut campaign at Tottenham, falling out with erstwhile head coach Jose Mourinho and seeking a transfer exit last summer. However, Spurs club-record signing has started to prove his quality this term, featuring in 29 league games and weighing in with three goals and two assists thus far. Ndombele’s confidence, all-round creativity and defensive solidity have caught the eyes of Shearer, but the former Newcastle United striker believes he will even become better once he works on his consi...
West Ham eyeing 28-yr-old ace to replace first team star, other PL clubs linked as well
Sam Johnstone has done very well for West Bromwich Albion this season, and his performances have caught the attention of other Premier League clubs. According to Express and Star, West Ham United are keen on signing the 28-year-old goalkeeper as a replacement for Lukasz Fabianski, who turned 36 on Sunday. Johnstone has been a key player for the Baggies and will be crucial to their survival hopes this term. The player has previously been linked with Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Leeds United, but a move to the Hammers may appeal. The Baggies are keen on holding onto Johnstone, but it will be difficult for them to convince him to stay if they drop down to the Championship. Johnstone is way too good to play in the second tier and is likely to have quite a few offers from the Premie...
24-yr-old linked with a Liverpool move in January is hoping to join the Reds in summer
Liverpool were linked with a move for Croatian defender Duje Caleta-Car during the January transfer window. According to reports, the Reds were very close to signing the 24-year-old. The player had packed his bags and was ready to fly to Liverpool, but the move fell through. Liverpool signed Ozan Kabak on loan from Schalke instead, and the youngster has done reasonably well for the Reds. According to Le10sport, the Marseille defender is now hoping that Liverpool rekindle their interest in him and return with an offer this summer. SL View: Ideal fit for Klopp’s playing style There is no doubt that the Reds need to improve their defensive options at the end of this season, and Caleta-Car would be a quality addition. Liverpool have also been linked with RB Leipzig centre-back Ibrahima Konate,...
What did each club say as all six Premier League teams withdraw from ESL
All six Premier League clubs have now withdrawn from the European Super League. Manchester City and Chelsea claimed yesterday that were preparing documentation to withdraw. The other four Premier League sides – Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham – have all now followed the same path. Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin welcomed the reversal. He said to BBC Sport: “They are back in the fold now and I know they have a lot to offer not just to our competitions but to the whole of the European game. “The important thing now is that we move on, rebuild the unity that the game enjoyed before this and move forward together.” UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson posted on Twitter: “I welcome last night’s announcement. This is the right result for football fans, ...
Predicted Aston Villa XI vs Man City: Smith to make one change, 25-yr-old to start
Aston Villa host Manchester City in the Premier League later tonight and they will be hoping to bounce back from their defeat against Liverpool last time out. Dean Smith’s side have failed to win five of their last six Premier League matches and they will be under pressure to win here. That said, Manchester City are an exceptional side and they will be firm favourites to secure all three points. Furthermore, Pep Guardiola will demand a strong reaction from his players after the 2-1 defeat against Leeds United in their last outing. The visitors have an excellent head to head record against Villa and they have managed to beat the West Midlands club in their last six meetings. The home side will be without the services of Trezeguet, Jack Grealish and Morgan Sanson due to injuries. Brazil...
Gary Lineker and Gary Neville react as Liverpool man calls emergency meeting
Jordan Henderson has called an emergency meeting of the Premier League captains to discuss the potential threat of the European Super League. Liverpool are one of six Premier League clubs that has signed up for the new closed shop competition. The decision has infuriated football fans all over the world. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has already stated that he is against the idea, and it seems the players are now making their voices felt. According to the Daily Mail, Henderson has now called an emergency meeting involving all Premier League captains to discuss the issue. The 30-year-old is one of the most respected figures among the footballers. He led the player’s response to the NHS crisis triggered by the coronavirus pandemic, and his role will be crucial in the present cl...
European Super League: Quotes, Reactions, What They Said
Ever since the news of the European Super League formation was announced, it has rocked the very foundation of the present club football ecosystem. Premier League clubs Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are part of the proposed league. A quick glance – what is ESL? The Super League is a new European competition between 20 top clubs comprised of 15 founders and five annual qualifiers. There will be two groups of 10 clubs each, playing home and away fixtures within the Group each year. By bringing together the best clubs and best players in the world, the Super League will deliver excitement and drama never before seen in football. Check the detailed story. Premier League have released an official statement: “The Premier Le...
