As the summer transfer window approaches, Barcelona’s transfer strategies have started to gear up and in that regard, Arsenal midfielder Jorginho has emerged as a potential candidate mostly because he will be available on a free transfer at the end of the season. Journalist Luis Miguelsanz is reporting via SPORT that while Barcelona are against the idea of signing a …
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Arsenal send scouts to watch 25-year-old midfielder over the weekend
Over the weekend, scouts from Arsenal watched Martin Zubimendi as the Gunners stepped up their efforts to sign the midfielder from Spain. After scouting the midfield player over the weekend, HITC reports that Arsenal are stepping up their efforts to sign Martin Zubimendi in the summer. Mikel Arteta has made the 25-year-old La Liga standout one of his top objectives …
Read More »Exclusive: Barcelona may have to sell star this summer amid PL and Saudi transfer interest, says expert
Barcelona may have to sell players this summer due to Financial Fair Play, according to Fabrizio Romano, which could perhaps put Raphinha’s future at the club in some doubt. Nothing has been completely decided yet for Raphinha, but, speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column, Romano explained that there is interest in the Brazil international from clubs …
Read More »Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano on Zidane Man United links and Ten Hag’s “discussions” with INEOS
Manchester United don’t currently seem to be looking at managers to replace Erik ten Hag despite links with former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane, according to Fabrizio Romano. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest column in the Daily Briefing, Romano explained that Man Utd have not had any contacts with Zidane, while current Red Devils manager Ten Hag has …
Read More »Barcelona president has not called Pep Guardiola for advice over next manager – report
Over the past week, there were numerous reports suggesting that Barcelona president Joan Laporta had taken a keen interest in Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi as a successor for Xavi. It was suggested that Manchester City manager and ex-Barça boss Pep Guardiola had himself recommended the name of De Zerbi to Laporta, following which the latter was …
Read More »Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano on Harry Kane’s transfer situation amid Bayern manager uncertainty
Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has made it clear that he hasn’t currently got any concrete information on Harry Kane’s future at Bayern Munich looking uncertain. It’s been a difficult first season at Bayern for the former Tottenham striker, but it seems the club’s under-achievement and plans to replace Thomas Tuchel as manager at the end of the season are …
Read More »Liverpool revenue static at £594m as club reports £9m loss
March 5 – Premier League Liverpool has reported a £9 million loss for the financial year ending May 31, 2023, compared to a profit of $7.5 million the previous year. The club reported its revenue remaining “static” year-on-year at £594 million. Commercial revenue was a bright spot for Liverpool, showing a £25 million increase to £272 million. The club said …
Read More »Chelsea identify two managers as Mauricio Pochettino’s replacement
The Guardian reports that Todd Boehly and Chelsea have determined that Roberto De Zerbi of Brighton and Sporting manager Ruben Amorim are their top choices to succeed the Mauricio Pochettino at Stamford Bridge. Amorim’s work at Sporting, who are currently leading the Portuguese league ahead of Benfica and Porto, has greatly pleased the Chelsea hierarchy. In contrast, De Zerbi has …
Read More »Deco, Laporta identify former Barcelona manager as the favourite to replace Xavi
The internal debates within the Barcelona board over the choice of the next coach have only intensified in recent weeks. As we approach the final phase of the campaign, there is growing pressure on the Barcelona board to finalize their choice. There are two key players in Barcelona’s bid to hire a new manager – sporting director Deco and club …
Read More »Sheffield United 0-6 Arsenal: Gunners obliterate poor opposition again
Match report – Player ratings – Arteta reaction – Video Another away day, another six goals. This is becoming something of a habit, but what a very nice habit it is. Arsenal deserve so much credit for this recent run, I think our performances have been excellent with a pleasing ruthlessness in front of goal. That was the same last …
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