Transfer News & Rumours
Bayern Munich keen on £32m Leicester City star
Bayern Munich is interested in securing the signature of Youri Tielemans who is currently on the books of Leicester City, according to reports. The 24-year-old is earning rave reviews for his performances in the Premier League this season. He has started all nine league matches this campaign, scoring three goals and creating two assists in the process (stats from Transfermarkt). The Belgian footballer also produced a superb goal in the final of the 2021 FA Cup to win the coveted trophy for the Foxes for the first time in their history. His recent performances have attracted the attention of some of the top clubs in Europe. Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich are said to be one of his admirers and are keen to bring him to Germany, according to Calciomercato. ...
Who could potentially replace Solskjaer as Manchester United manager?
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is currently under immense pressure after the 5-0 home defeat against Liverpool on Sunday. Some reports are suggesting that the Norwegian boss could be sacked as he failed to deliver results despite having some of the best players at his disposal. Below we have listed the four most likely candidates who can become the next manager at Old Trafford if Solskjaer is dismissed. 1- Antonio Conte Antonio Conte is regarded as one of the top managers in the world. The Italian has been without a job since leaving Inter Milan at the end of last season. Conte left the role at San Siro after leading them to the Serie A title in 11 years. He also has the distinction of winning the Premier League title when he was at the helm of affairs ...
Manchester City linked with £29m player from Chelsea
Manchester City are interested in signing Chelsea centre-back Antonio Rudiger, according to reports. The 28-year-old’s current contract at Stamford Bridge is set to expire at the end of this season, having penned a five-year deal in 2017. The speculation about his future in London is increasing as the Blues haven’t been able to agree a new contract with the German yet. According to a report from Eurosport, City are interested to bring the defender to Manchester. However, the Citizens face competition for the signature of the 28-year-old. It is said that Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool are also keen on the Germany international. While other European heavyweights Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich and Juventus have also been linked with the player...
Manchester United seriously considering sacking Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Manchester United are giving serious consideration to sacking current manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, according to a report from Manchester Evening News. The Red Devils suffered a humiliating 5-0 defeat against Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday. Mohamed Salah grabbed a brilliant hat-trick while Naby Kieta and Diogo Jota also earned their names on the scoresheet to complete the rout. The Manchester side are currently winless in their last four Premier League matches and have now been dropped to seventh in the league standings. Solskjaer led United to a third-place finish in his first full season while the Premier League outfit finished as league runners-up last season under the Norwegian boss. The 48-year-old was rewarded last season with a new t...
Zinedine Zidane has no interest in becoming Manchester United manager
Latest reports are suggesting that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is on the brink of getting sacked from his position at Manchester United. The Red Devils suffered a humiliating 5-0 defeat against Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday. Mohamed Salah completed his hat-trick while Naby Keita and Diogo Jota also contributed a goal each to claim an emphatic victory for the Reds. The Norwegian boss is said to be under massive pressure after that embarrassing defeat that pushed United down to seventh in the league standings. If the 48-year-old is sacked, then Zinedine Zidane is said to be one of the top candidates to replace him at Old Trafford. However, as per Spanish publication Mondo Deportivo, the French boss is not prepared to return to management. The 49-year-...
Liverpool and Manchester United in contention for MLS teenage sensation
Ricardo Pepi has been earning rave reviews for his amazing performances for Major League Soccer’s FC Dallas. The 18-year-old has clocked up 27 league appearances for the Hoops so far this season, scoring 13 goals and creating two assists in the process (stats from Transfermarkt). His amazing performances have attracted the attention of some big clubs in the Premier League. According to the Mirror, Manchester United and Liverpool are both interested to secure the services of the American teenage sensation. The same report claims that Brighton and Brentford are also keen on the talented striker. It is said that the 18-year-old wants to make a move to Europe to continue his career progression. While his current employers FC Dallas will reportedly be l...
Newcastle United linked with exciting 28-year-old Wolves star
Newcastle United want to sign Conor Coady who is currently on the books of Wolverhampton Wanderers, according to reports. The Magpies are expected to make some big signings in the January transfer window after a Saudi-backed consortium completed a £300 million takeover of the club. They have been linked with several players so far, with the new owners interested to bolster the ranks. According to a report from The Sun, the Toon have added Wolves skipper Coady to their list of targets for January. The 28-year-old is a regular member of the Wanderers team. He has started all nine matches for Bruno Lage’s side this season in the Premier League. The talented centre-back joined the West Midlands outfit in the summer of 2015 from Huddersfield Town in a deal wo...
Manchester City want to sign Real Madrid midfielder
Manchester City want to sign Toni Kroos who is currently on the books of Real Madrid, according to reports. The 31-year-old has made only three appearances for the Spanish giants this season due to injury. He started the La Liga match against Espanyol and also earned two appearances in the Champions League. According to a report from El Nacional, Pep Guardiola’s side are keen to secure the services of the Germany international. However, the Citizens could face competition from Liverpool for the signature of the experienced footballer. Because the same publication claimed a few days ago that Jurgen Klopp’s side are also interested in the talented midfielder. His current contract at the Santiago Bernabeu is set to expire in the summer of 2023. ...
Inter Milan close to new contract agreement with Nicolo Barella
Inter Milan are close to agreeing a new deal with Italy international Nicolo Barella. The 24-year-old joined the Serie A side in the summer of 2019 from Cagliari on a season-long loan deal with an obligation to buy. His current contract at San Siro is set to expire in 2024 but the Italian outfit are keen to hand him a new deal. The talented midfielder enjoyed an impressive 2020-21 season. He scored three goals and created 10 assists in 36 league appearances to help his side lift the Serie A title. He also contributed well to help Italy win the Euros, with the 24-year-old earning a goal and two assists to his name in six matches. The San Siro side are now set to reward his amazing performances by offering him improved terms. They are also said to be...
Newcastle United could sign Marc Overmars as sporting director
Newcastle United could sign Marc Overmars as their director of football, according to reports. It’s been two weeks since a Saudi Arabian-backed consortium completed a £300 million takeover of the Premier League outfit. They have now dismissed Steve Bruce from his position at St. James’ Park and are currently looking to hire a new manager. However, the Tyneside club are also said to be searching for a director of football. According to Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf, Newcastle have added Overmars to their sporting director shortlist. The 48-year-old is currently the director of football at Ajax, joining the Eredivisie side in the summer of 2012. The former Netherlands international is regarded as one of the best in his roles in European football. ...
Steven Gerrard and Unai Emery interested to become Newcastle United manager
Ex-Arsenal manager Unai Emery and current Rangers boss Steven Gerrard are interested to take charge of Newcastle United, according to reports. The Magpies sacked Steve Bruce from his position on Wednesday and they are currently searching for a new permanent boss. Graeme Jones has been appointed on an interim basis and he will be in charge for the upcoming match against Crystal Palace. Former Roma manager Paulo Fonseca has emerged as one of the top candidates for the job at St. James’ Park. However, there are other high-profile names who have also been associated with the coveted position. Gerrard is currently managing at Scottish side Rangers but he would be keen to take charge of the Tyneside club, according to the Northern Echo. The 41-year-old signed ...
Newcastle United sack Steve Bruce, Graeme Jones to take charge on interim basis
Newcastle United have dismissed English boss Steve Bruce from his position at St. James Park. The 60-year-old was expected to be sacked after the club saw a £305 million takeover by a Saudi Arabian-backed consortium earlier this month. He was in charge as a manager for the home match last week when Tottenham Hotspur defeated them by 3-2. The Magpies were left 19th in the Premier League standings after that defeat. Graeme Jones will now take charge at St. James’ Park on an interim basis, beginning with their upcoming match against Crystal Palace, as per Sky Sports. Steve Bruce was appointed as the manager of Newcastle United in July 2019 after Rafael Benitez left for the Chinese Super League side Dalian Professional. When he took over, there w...
