Barcelona’s fickle financial state has been well-documented by now. The Catalans have been shorthanded in recent transfer windows due to their significant debt burden and stringent constraints with the wage bill. But since Joan Laporta has taken over the helm, Barcelona are slowly yet steadily making ground in their quest to restore financial stability. La Liga lauds Barcelona’s measures Now, …
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Barcelona forced to remain under contract with Nike despite termination attempt
Barcelona’s ongoing tussle with Nike appears to have taken a new turn, one that favours the American apparel giants. Last month, Joan Laporta came out all guns blazing against Nike, publicly expressing the club’s unhappiness towards the company and deciding to unilaterally terminate the contract between the two parties. Barcelona-Nike partnership to continue Terminating the deal, Barcelona cited alleged breaches …
Read More »Bundesliga Team of the Week, Matchday 29
This past weekend was a historic one in the German Bundesliga as Leverkusen won their very first top-flight title. Under Xabi Alonso, they have got unbeaten so far this season to successfully topple defending champions Bayern Munich. At the weekend, Leverkusen claimed the title in emphatic fashion, defeating Werder Bremen 5-0. It’s no surprise, then, then a few of their …
Read More »Leeds given all clear to complete the signing of striker with 204 goals
Leeds United could reportedly complete the signing of experienced striker as the club gets all clear to make the move. Michy Batshuayi has a “surprise suitor” in Leeds, who may be able to buy the striker for free this summer. According to Turkish publication Star, Batshuayi may decide to quit his current team, Fenerbahce, after his contract ends due to …
Read More »Ajax enter race to sign €10 million-rated Barcelona defender – report
Barcelona will try to offload a fair few players during the summer transfer window in an attempt to raise money and return to the 1:1 spending rule in La Liga. They have been on strict financial restrictions, which has deprived them of spending in the league. However, this year, they want to part with every player that does not have …
Read More »Juventus fans rejoice as record remains intact following Inter’s draw
Juventus supporters can breath a sigh of relief following the 2-2 draw between Inter and Cagliari on Sunday night. While Max Allegri’s men haven’t given the fanbase many reasons to celebrate over the past few months, Claudio Ranieri’s Cagliari have at least helped the Bianconeri preserve an important Serie A record, explains JuventusNews24. The Old Lady famously set the record …
Read More »Man United favourites for right-back
Manchester United are reportedly now ahead of the likes of Liverpool and Arsenal in the race for the transfer of Bayer Leverkusen right-back Jeremie Frimpong. The Netherlands international has been a world class performer for Leverkusen this season, playing a key role in Xabi Alonso’s side winning the Bundesliga title in a surprise triumph over Bayern Munich, who had won …
Read More »Could be time for Moyes to leave
West Ham United manager David Moyes seems to be becoming an increasingly unpopular figure among the club’s fans. The Scottish tactician delivered memorable success last season but this campaign has been more frustrating for Hammers fans as it doesn’t really feel like the team has made progress. One issue will undoubtedly be that the club had to sell star player …
Read More »New top-six odds released – Big swing after Newcastle, Man Utd and West Ham results
The bookies have released new odds in the race for a top-six finish, confirming a massive swing following a near-perfect weekend for Newcastle United. Going into the weekend, Man Utd were 8/11 favourites to finish 6th, with Eddie’s Mags coming next at 9/4. However, after we hammered Spurs 4-0 to move about the Red Devils – who drew 2-2 at …
Read More »Xavi talks Pedri, Yamal, Cubarsi, Dembele, Raphinha, Guardiola, Enrique ahead of Barcelona vs PSG
Barcelona get set to take on PSG in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals tomorrow in Montjuic. The Blaugrana go into the game with a slight advantage thanks to a 3-2 win from the first leg at Parc des Princes in France last week. And the aim is to finish the job at home on Tuesday night …
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