Barcelona have their work cut out for them in the summer transfer window as they look to replace some urgent parts of the squad in an attempt to compete at the highest level in European football. However, before they even try to target players, sorting out the coaching situation is much more important. Xavi had announced his decision to leave …
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Ex Juventus president Andrea Agnelli aims dig at Inter amidst second star celebrations
Former Juventus president Andrea Agnelli hardly was in no mood to compliment Inter for their Scudetto triumph, but instead took the occasion to aim a dig towards the newly-crowned Italian champions. The Nerazzurri won their 20th league title and subsequently unlocked their second star by beating their crosstown rivals Milan 2-1 on Monday. Afterwards, Agnelli posted a subtle message on …
Read More »West Ham to hold Amorim talks, Lopetegui linked too
West Ham are the latest club mentioned in relation to Sporting Lisbon head coach Ruben Amorim. According to The Athletic, they are set to hold talks with the 39-year-old tactician to learn if he would be willing to make the switch to the London Stadium, while they consider whether to extend the contract of David Moyes which expires at the …
Read More »West Ham consider move for Champions League winning manager
West Ham United are actively looking for a new manager as they prepare for the possible departure of David Moyes. The Hammers have been linked with a number of managers in recent weeks. Sporting manager Ruben Amorim and former Real Madrid manager Julen Lopetegui have been linked with a move to the London Stadium. However, there is a new name …
Read More »Diogo Jota injury blow confirmed by Liverpool’s Klopp
It’s been a difficult season for Liverpool with injuries, and they’ve been dealt yet another blow as Jurgen Klopp has confirmed Diogo Jota looks set to be out for around two weeks. The Portugal international scored in the win over Fulham at the weekend, and has generally always been a player who can make an impact when he’s fit, though …
Read More »Portuguesa and the Venezuelan Ultra Turned Kidnapper
In 1963, with Real Madrid, FC Porto, and Sao Paulo in Caracas to play in the Pequeña Copa del Mundo, two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alfredo Di Stefano was kidnapped. After being held by his captors for 70 hours, he was released unharmed. Orchestrating the headline-grabbing escapade was Cuban-born Venezuelan Paul del Rio with the sole intention of bringing the world’s …
Read More »“I heard the rumours” – Chelsea & Arsenal transfer target provides clue over his future
Despite being frequently linked with the likes of Chelsea and Arsenal, it seems that Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic is happy where he is and only focused on enjoying success with his current club. The Serbia international has been recently linked strongly with Arsenal by Italian journalist Mirko Di Natale, as quoted and translated by Sport Witness. Meanwhile, Vlahovic himself responded to questions about …
Read More »What Erik ten Hag did in the dressing room after Coventry win
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag had a proper go at his players after the FA Cup semifinal against Coventry at Wembley. The Red Devils were almost on the end of one of English football’s greatest ever comebacks. After leading 3-0 against Coventry, Man United surrendered their big lead with the Championship side scoring three goals in the second half …
Read More »Barcelona president ‘nervous and tense’ following recent setbacks – report
It has been a difficult week or so for Barcelona. Last midweek, the club were humiliated at home by Paris Saint-Germain, with a 4-1 loss ensuring their exit from the UEFA Champions League. It was followed by a frustrating and controversial 3-2 defeat at the hands of arch-rivals Real Madrid – a result that effectively ruled them out of the …
Read More »Juventus looking to tie down Daniele Rugani with new contract until 2027
Juventus are reportedly working on extending the contract of Daniele Rugani until the summer of 2027. The 29-year-old has been at the club since 2015, but has often been utilized as a backup defender. This season has been more of the same, but he’ll have the chance to prove his worth this evening at the Stadio Olimpico against Lazio in …
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