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Barcelona interested in Chelsea star with swap deal an option
Spanish outlet Sport has reported that Barcelona are interested in a move for Chelsea midfielder Jorginho this summer. The Italian international has enjoyed a change of fortune since Thomas Tuchel replaced Frank Lampard in the Chelsea dugout in January, reclaiming his place in the heart of the Blues midfield. However, it is claimed that the La Liga giants could offer Miralem Pjanic to sweeten any deal struck with the London club. Pjanic has fallen out of favour with Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman, with the Bosnian playmaker restricted to just six La Liga starts this campaign, despite a £54 million move from Juventus last summer. SL view – Would Jorginho’s departure be a miss for Chelsea? Jorginho played a vital role in Chelsea’s success over Real Madrid in their Champions League semi-f...
PSG President reportedly in personal talks with Spurs star as he eyes summer swoop
Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi wants to sign Tottenham Hotspur right-back Serge Aurier this summer, according to FootMercato. The Ivory Coast international left the Parc des Princes for Spurs in 2017 and has established himself as a key player for the club, featuring in 110 games. However, Aurier has just a year left on his current deal and is said to be available for around €12 million. PSG manager Mauricio Pochettino is also keen on having the 28-year-old back at the club, and discussions are ongoing between them and Tottenham. The Ligue 1 giants are ready to offer the defender a four-year contract and a salary of around €7m per season. Aurier has always been open to returning to Paris, and he remains as determined as before. He has also been linked with a move to Real ...
‘Prowess of Yaya Toure’, ‘Yaya esque’ – Some AVFC fans react to links with Everton target
Aston Villa have been linked with Fulham midfielder Andre-Frank Anguissa ahead of the summer transfer window. The defensive powerhouse is set to leave Craven Cottage at the end of the campaign after their relegation to the Championship, and there would not be shortage of suitors for his signature. Arsenal and Everton are also keen on Anguissa who has proven himself as one of the best box-to-box midfielders in the bottom half of the table, and more clubs will likely join them and Villa in the coming weeks. Dean Smith’s side could do with more verve in the middle of the park, and the Cameroonian definitely has what it takes to be a quality addition to the squad. Villa fans would be pleased to have Anguissa at their club next season, and here is how some of them have reacted to the links on T...
How one point from five key games killed Fulham’s hopes of survival
Following a 2-0 defeat at home to Burnley, Fulham’s relegation from the Premier League was confirmed. The euphoria of August’s play-off final victory over local rivals Brentford seems like a distant memory, having sat in the relegation zone for all but four weeks of the season. Their failure to convert draws into wins has cost them dearly. They have the joint-fewest victories in the league this season with five, while only Brighton & Hove Albion can outdo their 12 draws. Here are five crucial games in Fulham’s season. Fulham 0-3 Aston Villa Grealish strikes early to give Fulham the lead It was a worrying start for Scott Parker’s side, who had lost their opening two games against Arsenal and Leeds United, conceding seven goals in the process. Perhaps the last thing they needed was a vis...
Everton reportedly want England international midfielder on Man Utd’s radar
According to Sportsmail, Everton have shown an interest in signing Arsenal’s Ainsley Maitland-Niles this summer, but they view him as a right-back. The Toffees want to bring in another player in the position with Seamus Coleman already in the twilight of his career. Everton have been linked with Norwich City right-back Max Aarons, but recent reports claim they no longer see the player as an option as he does not fit the profile they are looking for. Atletico Madrid star and England international right-back Kieran Trippier has also been linked with a move to Goodison Park, but landing him this summer will not come easy. Arsenal are looking to cash in on Maitland-Niles and are said to be open to selling him for £20 million. Everton are not the only team keen on the West Bromwich Albion loane...
Tottenham Hotspur’s one-word reaction as Man City clinch Premier League title
Manchester City have won the 2020-21 Premier League title after Manchester United suffered a 2-1 defeat at the hands Leicester City this evening. Pep Guardiola’s side secured their fifth EPL title and their third title in four years under the Catalan, and they will be hoping to defend it next season. Tottenham Hotspur are the first Premier League side to send congratulatory message to Man City, reacting thus to their rivals’ triumph on Twitter: Congratulations, @ManCity 👏 — Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) May 11, 2021 Spurs were not able to challenge for the title this term and are hoping to finish in the top-four in order to play Champions League football next season. The North Londoners parted ways with Jose Mourinho last month after the Portuguese spent just 17 months in char...
Leeds & David Moyes reportedly want £20m Brazilian attacker Leipzig are serious about signing
Leeds United and West Ham United want West Bromwich Albion attacking midfielder Matheus Pereira this summer, according to Express Sport. The Brazilian scored 10 goals and weighed in with five assists in 31 Premier League games for the Baggies this term, but they were not enough to keep them up. However, Pereira has attracted suitors due to his brilliant individual campaign, with Leicester City and Bundesliga side RB Leipzig also keen on him. Brendan Rodgers is said to be at the front of the queue for his signature, while the Germans are serious about signing the £20 million-rated 25-year-old. West Ham are lining up alternatives should they fail in their attempt to sign Jesse Lingard from Manchester United permanently, and Pereira has been identified as a potential target. Leeds want to str...
Leeds reportedly looking to pip Bayern & Ancelotti to winger compared to Arjen Robben after scouting trips
Everton and Leeds United are keen on signing Wolfsburg winger Josip Brekalo this summer, according to Express Sports. The Croatian international has been in fine form in the Bundesliga this term, scoring seven goals and assisting three more in 28 league games. Bayern Munich and Napoli are also keen on the 22-year-old who has been compared with Dutchman Arjen Robben due to his style of play. Brekalo loves to cut inside and shoot from distance, and defending against him on his day does not yield a lot of success. Liverpool have also been linked with the Wolfsburg star, but it is Leeds and Everton that have run the rule over him in the past few months. Whites head coach Marcelo Bielsa wants to bolster his attack and has already been linked with a renewed interest in Rangers winger Ryan Kent. ...
England international reportedly on verge of leaving Aston Villa for Man Utd
Manchester United are edging close to signing Aston Villa goalkeeper Tom Heaton on a free transfer this summer, according to The Telegraph. The Red Devils will be without Sergio Romero at the end of the season, and they have identified the England international as a replacement. Heaton has not featured for Villa since January 2020, with an anterior cruciate ligament injury keeping him on the sidelines and treatment table until last December. The 35-year-old has since lost his spot in Dean Smith’s starting XI to Emiliano Martinez as a result, and he is not keen on playing second fiddle to him. The two-year deal Heaton was offered when he joined Villa from Burnley in the summer of 2019 expires at the end of this season, and while the club would love to hand him an extension, an exit is now o...
Celtic finally set for windfall as Arsenal reportedly eye £25m 51-goal hitman
Arsenal are weighing up a move for Lyon striker Moussa Dembele ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Telegraph Sports. Gunners boss Mikel Arteta is looking to strengthen his attack, and while it appears that he has missed out on Celtic’s Odsonne Edouard, another Frenchman and former Hoops star is now on his radar. Dembele is currently on loan at Atletico Madrid, but he has not scored or assisted in six appearances across the La Liga and Champions League. Injury and fitness issues have hindered the 25-year-old from impressing, and whether Diego Simeone’s side will be keen to activate the option to buy him for around £30 million remains to be seen. Dembele’s form has not stopped Arsenal from casting glances at him, though, and he is available for £25 million this summer. Celtic a...
Ligue 1 POTY: Who deserves to win player of the year for 2020/21?
The nominees for Ligue 1 player of the season have been announced, with Paris Saint-Germain, Lille, AS Monaco and Lyon players all involved. While the Ligue 1 title race is yet to reach its conclusion, Lille remain three points ahead of Paris Saint-Germain with just two games remaining. The latter do have a significantly improved goal difference, so any slip up from Christophe Galtier’s side could change everything. Who are the nominees Neymar (PSG) Kylian Mbappe (PSG) Memphis Depay (Lyon) Wissam Ben Yedder (Monaco) Burak Yilmaz (Lille) Neymar Starting with Brazilian star Neymar, it is quite frankly a surprise to see him on this list. Neymar has only featured in 16 Ligue 1 matches this season, due to being injured for the vast majority of the campaign. Despite scoring eight goals and ...
NUFC reportedly in contact with ‘most gifted player of his generation’ Ancelotti dubbed fantastic
According to Foot Mercato, Newcastle United are keen on RC Lens midfielder Gael Kakuta ahead of the summer transfer window and have contacted his representatives over a possible move. The former Chelsea prodigy, once dubbed by the Blues’ French scout as the most gifted player of his generation, has been in fine form in the Ligue 1 this term, scoring 11 goals and weighing in with five assists in 33 league games. Having confirmed their Premier League status for next season following Fulham’s relegation last night, Newcastle are keen to bolster their midfield this summer. Signing Arsenal loanee Joe Willock permanently could cost the Magpies around £20 million, and they are looking for cheaper alternatives. Kakuta’s creativity has seen Lens emerge as surprise contenders for a Europa League spo...
