Arsenal striker Mika Biereth is impressing on loan this season and it now looks like there will be a race for his signature in the upcoming summer transfer window. That’s according to Fabrizio Romano, who insists that there won’t be a decision made on the Gunners youngster now, but that interest is there and could grow even more in the …
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Four once viable managers that are now ruled out to coach Barcelona
As the end of the 2023-24 season nears, Barcelona and Joan Laporta are at a crossroads regarding the team’s managerial future. On one hand, the president hopes Xavi changes his mind and extends his stay in Catalonia. The uncertainty, on the other hand, forces him to keep a list of backup options ready in case the club legend stays firm …
Read More »Xavi Simons unlikely to move because of Mbappe
It could be a disappointing summer for Arsenal in the transfer market this summer, and that’s all down to Kylian Mbappe’s expected move from Paris Saint-Germain to Real Madrid. The Frenchman’s protracted switch has already been the transfer saga of the past few months with no official word still forthcoming. There is a belief that any announcement will soon be …
Read More »FC Barcelona clear on their coach option to replace Xavi next season
Although there remains ample opportunity for Barcelona to sway Xavi into remaining at FC Barcelona, there has yet to be any sign from Xavi’s camp indicating a desire to extend his tenure with the Catalan giants. As such, the Blaugranes are compelled to keep their hunt for a new coach alive, observantly monitoring the shortlisted candidates, including Thomas Tuchel, Roberto …
Read More »England goalkeeper to miss Euro 2024 after underdoing surgery
Sam Johnstone, the backup goalkeeper for England, will miss Euro 2024 due to surgery on Wednesday morning, according to The Athletic. The news comes as a huge shock to head coach Gareth Southgate as the Crystal Palace goalkeeper becomes England’s first injury casualty ahead of the competition. Johnstone would have gone to the tournament as Jordan Pickford’s backup. His strong …
Read More »Barcelona closely tracking Arsenal midfielder as low cost option for the summer
It is no secret that Barcelona are in dire need of signing a solid pivot. Their bet on a certain Oriol Romeu hasn’t panned out as hoped, and with financial constraints looming, it is unlikely they will splash out on this position. With this predicament in mind, Barcelona are once again turning their attention to the free agents’ pool, and …
Read More »Alan Shearer’s transfer plea to Newcastle as Toon legend talks signings, Howe and FFP
Alan Shearer has urged Newcastle United to bring in “three or four top quality players” if they want to be get back into the top four next season. Speaking for The Athletic in a question and answer session yesterday, our former number nine was asked about realistic expectations for next season, FFP limitations hampering our ability to challenge the ‘big …
Read More »Southgate Manchester United links played down by Romano
Transfer news journalist Fabrizio Romano has provided some exclusive insight into the recent links emerging that suggest Manchester United are keen to replace current manager Erik ten Hag with England boss Gareth Southgate. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column, Romano explained that Southgate is not going to be negotiating with anyone for the moment as his …
Read More »Samuel Iling-Junior could head to North London
Whether or not Tottenham end up finishing in the Champions League places at the end of the 2023/24 campaign, there’s no doubt that Ange Postecoglou has done a sterling job during his first season in the job. The North Londoners have been transformed under the Australian, and that’s as much to do with his nous in the transfer market as …
Read More »Reds open to swap deal with Real Madrid
Ahead of the summer transfer window, Liverpool are reportedly amenable to a deal with Real Madrid that includes Trent Alexander-Arnold and Rodrygo Goes. According to Defensa Central, Liverpool have considered signing Rodrygo Goes for Trent Alexander-Arnold. Real Madrid would be interested in the 25-year-old right-back, as the Reds are expected to search for a successor for Mohamed Salah. However, a …
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