Vitor Roque has found it extremely hard to get game-time under Xavi Hernandez since arriving at Barcelona in the winter. The 19-year-old striker has been constantly overlooked by the manager leading to intense speculations about the Brazilian potentially leaving on loan in the summer. Oftentimes, when Barcelona are in need of goals in a game, Xavi has opted for other …

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Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna is relishing the “fantastic challenge” of playing in the Premier League after his side secured promotion with a 2-0 defeat of Huddersfield this afternoon. The Tractor Boys required just a point to ensure they finished as runners-up to Championship winners Leicester City and goals from Wes Burns and Omari Hutchinson prompted wild celebrations at Portman Road. …

Juventus is looking to outmanoeuvre the competition by signing Joshua Zirkzee with the help of Bayern Munich. Bayern sold him to Bologna, but the Germans retained a buy-back clause, which they could trigger at a reasonable price. Any club that signs him directly from Bologna faces paying a hefty fee, with some reports suggesting he might be worth up to …

Radu Dragusin’s agent has hit out at Ange Postecoglou over the Romanian’s lack of playing time this season. Dragusin arrived at Spurs in January from Italian side Genoa in a deal worth £25, as the north London club beat off competition from German giants Bayern Munich for his signature. The Romanian’s time in the Premier League hasn’t gone how he …

Mark Noble and Tim Steidten want West Ham to appoint Ruben Amorim as their next manager, believing it would show major intent according to reports.  The Hammers are looking to replace David Moyes, who is expected to leave the club at the end of the season after four and a half years in charge. The Scot led the Hammers to …

Eddie Howe believes “confidence and strength” is returning to his Newcastle United side following today’s 4-1 win over Burnley at Turf Moor, feeling we looked fresh, fit and responded brilliantly to a tough start. Wilson, Isak, Bruno and Longstaff all got on the scoresheet in an emphatic away win that also saw the likes of Joelinton and Miguel Almiron feature …

Max Allegri has discussed Juventus’ match against AS Roma this weekend as he looks to lead his team to victory. Roma is one of the clubs hoping to overtake Juve in the league standings, and the Bianconeri must not lose the game. Juve’s early-season form is one reason they have remained inside the Champions League places, as they have been …

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Bryan Gil has reportedly told Ange Postecoglou that he wants to leave in the upcoming summer transfer window. After their disappointing 2-0 loss to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge during the week, Spurs’ chances at qualifying for the Champions League are in complete jeopardy. Even if Ange Postecoglou’s side win their game in hand, they will still be …

Just a few La Liga games remain this season, and Barcelona are qualified for the UEFA Champions League for 2024-25. Even though Real Madrid came out on top in the championship battle, the Blaugrana are still fighting for second place. With Xavi Hernandez’s choice to remain, going forward, Barcelona’s plans will be more stable. They have already secured a berth …