English Premier League
Ian Taylor shares his emotional reaction after Aston Villa’s win over Arsenal
Aston Villa picked up a massive 1-0 win over Arsenal to give themselves some hope of staying up this season. Dean Smith’s side are now out of the relegation zone because of Watford’s thumping earlier. It will be interesting to see if they can beat the drop eventually. Aston Villa win have to win their remaining game and hope that they stay ahead of Watford on goal difference, that is, if the Hornets win their last game as well. Trezeguet scored the only goal of the game for Villa today on the 27th minute. Arsenal had their chance when Eddie Nketiah’s 77th-minute header came back off the inside of the post. However, the home side managed to hold on for the three points. Aston Villa have had several moments this season where they slipped up right at the end. It wasn’t the case against A...
‘Immense’, ‘Unreal’, ‘Magnificent’ – Some Villa fans are in awe of 22-yr-old’s display vs Arsenal
Arsenal crashed to a 1-0 defeat against Aston Villa in the Premier League today. After having beaten the likes of Liverpool and City in their recent outings, the loss against Villa will come as a major blow to the Gunners’ confidence. However, it could prove to be priceless for the home side. Aston Villa are now out of the bottom three thanks to the win and they can now beat the drop with a good result in their last game. Dean Smith will be thoroughly impressed with his players tonight and there were quite a few contenders for man of the match. The likes of Grealish and Luiz put on a splendid display from the midfield, but Ezri Konsa was imperious at the back for Villa. The 22-year-old Aston Villa defender had a fantastic game and he managed to keep one of the world’s best strikers quiet f...
‘There is no chance’: Report claims the latest status of Saudi takeover of NUFC
According to reports from The Mirror, the Saudi takeover of Newcastle United has stalled indefinitely. To put it simply, the Saudi takeover deal won’t happen unless they come up with a solution to allow sports rights holders BeINSports to protect their rights. Mike Ashley, who has already agreed a £300m deal, has emotionally distanced himself from the club. He just wants to sell the club and move on. However, it seems the deal is unlikely to be waved through. The Premier League are showing full support to its major £500m overseas rights holder beIN Sports. The Saudi government permanently banned beINSports from broadcasting in the country – a decision that hasn’t worked in their favour. It means, there is currently no legal way of watching the Premier League in Saudi Arabia. As it stands, ...
Report: Celtic have made contact to sign £8m West Ham forward
Scottish champions Celtic are looking to bolster their squad in the summer as they aim to secure their 10th SPL title in a row. Neil Lennon has said recently that he will be looking to add a few players to his squad, while also admitting that the club could be willing to sell their top players if the price is right. While signing a goalkeeper and a defender should be Lennon’s top priority, the Bhoys manager is looking to bring in another striker as well this summer. According to reports from Sky Sports, Celtic have registered an interest in signing West Ham forward Albian Ajeti. The report claims that Lennon is keen on the Switzerland international. They have made preliminary contacts about his availability. The Bhoys are looking to sign him either on loan or permanently. Ajeti&n...
Jan Vertonghen’s hilarious reaction as Dier signs new Tottenham deal
Tottenham Hotspur star Eric Dier has signed a new contract with the club which will run until 2024. The England international had just a year left on his former deal and was been linked with an exit in some quarters. However, Dier is more than happy to continue plying his trade at Tottenham having become a regular name in the starting XI under manager Jose Mourinho. The versatile defensive player has recently established himself as one of the Portuguese’s centre-back pairing and will hope to hold on to his starting berth for as long as possible. Belgian centre-back Jan Vertonghen has lost his place in the team due to Dier’s rise and is expected to move on once his contract ends at the end of the campaign. The 33-year-old saw the hilarious side of the England international’s contract extens...
‘I’m sure’: Journalist claims Tottenham have watched in-demand ‘talented player’
According to a recent report from transfermarket, Tottenham Hotspur and Atletico Madrid are considering a move for Can Bozdogan in the summer transfer window. The report claims that both the clubs have registered their interest in signing the 19-year-old midfielder who plays for Bundesliga side Schalke. There is also concrete interest in him from clubs in Bundesliga. The highly-rated youngster is a left-sided midfielder who has started in three Bundesliga games this season. Football London journalist, Alasdair Gold, has claimed that he is certain that Spurs have watched him, along with plenty of other Bundesliga players. He wrote: “I’m sure they have watched him, along with plenty of Bundesliga players. He’s a talented player. The German league is a favourite for Premier League s...
Steve Bruce has just dropped a major hint about the signing he wants at Newcastle
With the Newcastle United takeover still hanging in the balance, the Magpies find themselves in a state of limbo. The transfer window will kick-off from next week. This is such a crucial summer for them and yet they don’t know what the future will be. The Athletic has reported that Mike Ashley is emotionally detached from the club. He just wants to sell and run away. But if the club fail to bring in a new owner it would be a catastrophe. Steve Bruce, however, is planning for the season ahead. According to reports from the Northern Echo, Bruce wants to sign a new striker in the summer transfer window. The Magpies signed Joelinton on a club-record fee last summer, but he has failed to live up to his potential. He has managed just two goals in the Premier League this season, while the likes o...
Report: West Ham keen to secure signature of in-demand £22m defender
According to reports from TMW, three Premier League clubs including West Ham are chasing Atalanta defender Robin Gosens. The other two Premier League clubs are Chelsea and Leicester. Italian clubs Juventus and Inter Milan have also registered an interest in securing his services. The 26-year-old left-back, who can also play as a left-sided midfielder or central midfielder, has been one of the key players for Atalanta. He has impressed heavily this season, having managed nine goals and eight assists in 30 Serie A appearances for the club. The report claims that the Hammers and the Foxes are heavily interested in signing him, and could make a move for him during the summer. Gosens has two years left on his current deal, and Atalanta would be looking at a fee of around £22m (€25m) f...
Liverpool player Leeds United reportedly want has allegedly made a decision
Reported Leeds United target Yasser Larouci has allegedly come to the conclusion that he has to leave Liverpool. Goal.com reported last week that Leeds are interested in signing Larouci from Liverpool in the summer transfer window. The report claimed that the Whites – who will play in the Premier League next season after clinching automatic promotion from the Championship – have held preliminary talks with the Reds over the transfer of the 19-year-old left-back. Goal.com has now reported that the Algerian has come to the conclusion that he needs to leave Liverpool this summer in order to play regular first-team football. Leaving Liverpool With Andy Robertson the clear first-choice left-back at Liverpool, it is hard to see Larouci break into the first team anytime soon. The teenager may not...
Pep Guardiola & Alan Shearer react to Leeds United’s promotion
English Premier League legend Alan Shearer and Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola have reacted to Leeds United sealing promotion to the top-flight following a 16-year wait. The Elland Road outfit were crowned Championship winners on Saturday following their 27th league victory of the campaign. Leeds were head and shoulders above every of the other 45 teams in the division, and they will hope to prove their worth and quality in the big time. The Whites boss Marcelo Bielsa is highly regarded as one of the best tactical minds in the game, and Guardiola is a huge fan of the Argentine. The Catalan consulted with the Leeds head coach prior to taking a step into management, and he has reacted thus to the side’s promotion: Pep: “Congratulations to Leeds United. Historic team. 16 years com...
Report: West Ham star has signed a new two-year deal
According to The Sun, West Ham United midfielder Mark Noble has signed a new two-year deal with the London Stadium club. The Hammers skipper had just a year left on his current deal and was due to become a free agent next summer. However, Noble will be with his childhood club till he is 35, with manager David Moyes and the owners keen to have him remain at the club for much longer. They want him to continue to be a mentor and role model for the younger players and the talents coming through the academy, and some have tipped him to become a part of the backroom staff after he hangs up the boots. Noble made his 500th appearance for West Ham during Friday’s 3-1 victory over Watford, becoming only the tenth player in the Hammers’ history to reach the milestone and playing a huge...
Report: Tottenham and Man Utd set to battle it out for 27-yr-old La Liga ace
Tottenham are interested in signing the Valencia midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia this summer. As per Foot Mercato (via Sportwitness), the 27-year-old is expected to be available because of Valencia’s financial problems and he could be a good fit for Spurs. Jose Mourinho needs more physique and depth in his midfield and Kodogbia would add just that. He could be a really good partner for Tanguy Ndombele in theory. Kondogbia has proven himself in Ligue 1, Serie A and in La Liga. He should be able to succeed in England as well. He has the technique and physical attributes to cope with English football. It will be interesting to see if the Londoners submit an offer for the player in the coming months. Kondogbia is thought to be keen on a move to the Premier League. Therefore, convincing him ...
