Manchester United secured a stunning, and richly deserved, FA Cup win over Manchester City at the weekend, beating the holders and Premier League champions 2-1 at Wembley thanks to goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo. Amid the celebrations, it potentially created a problem for United, however, with suggestions they would not be able to take their place in the …
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Flynn Downes fears Julen Lopetegui won’t want him at West Ham
Flynn Downes has just completed an impressive season in the Championship with Southampton having helped the Saints gain promotion back to the Premier League, but the midfielder fears he will not be wanted at his parent club West Ham. The Englishman was not part of David Moyes’ plans for the 2023/24 season and it was decided that the 25-year-old would …
Read More »Juventus had the worst value for money per point this season in Serie A
It is well documented that Juventus had a terrible season in 2023/2024, and more details have emerged from their campaign. Max Allegri failed to lead them to the Serie A title again, with the team settling for just the Italian Cup. It was another season that divided Juventus’ fans. Some believed their team was not good enough to do more, …
Read More »Fabrizio Romano says “here we go” for major Chelsea deal as “agreement is now done” on long-term contract
Fabrizio Romano has given his trademark “here we go” to the news that Chelsea are set to appoint Enzo Maresca as their new manager in a deal from Leicester City. The Italian tactician impressed in the Championship in the season just gone, helping the Foxes win promotion straight back to the Premier League after being relegated a year ago. According …
Read More »Official: Hector Fort signs new Barcelona contract until 2026
FC Barcelona have officially announced that teenage defender Hector Fort has signed a new contract with the club until the summer of 2026. The 17-year-old right-back enjoyed his breakthrough season in 2023/24, along with fellow academy graduates Lamine Yamal, Pau Cubarsi, and Fermin Lopez. And following in their footsteps, the teenager has signed a new contract, committing his future to …
Read More »Crystal Palace schedule medical for 6ft 2in versatile player
Real Betis defender Chadi Riad will undergo a medical examination at Crystal Palace later this week, the BBC reports. Palace had an incredible season and intend to provide manager Oliver Glasner all support possible next summer, with a goal of qualifying for Europe in 2024–2025. The Daily Mail claims Palace made a bid of £12.7 million for the 20-year-old, with …
Read More »Sky Sports: Newcastle hold ‘positive’ talks with director after Dougie Freedman snub
According to Sky Sports’ Dharmesh Sheth, Newcastle have held ‘positive’ talks with sporting director Johannes Spors to potentially replace Dan Ashworth after being rejected by Crystal Palace’s Dougie Freedman. Newcastle had made Freedman their number one target and seemed confident that they would be able to pry him away from South London, but the 50-year-old has opted to sign a …
Read More »Barcelona rule out summer move for €60 million-rated top midfield target
As Hansi Flick moves closer to joining Barcelona as the head coach, one of his first moves will be to dictate the club’s transfer policies. Flick will particularly look to reinforce the midfield department, especially amid uncertainty over the future of Frenkie de Jong while Oriol Romeu looks all set to rejoin Girona in the coming summer. To that end, …
Read More »Barcelona call off pursuit of 29-year-old Manchester City superstar
Bernardo Silva had been one of the top targets for Barcelona heading into the summer transfer window when Xavi Hernandez was still in charge. After all, the Spaniard had been angling for the signing of the Portuguese playmaker for a couple of years now. Silva’s €58 million release clause was seen as gettable provided Barça were able to sanction some …
Read More »Liverpool told to sign England international as Mo Salah’s replacement
With Mohamed Salah entering the final year of his contract at Liverpool, his long term future at Anfield remains uncertain. After the departure of Jurgen Klopp this summer, the Premier League giants are expected to go through changes at the club. Players like Joel Matip, Thiago Alcantara and Adrian are set to leave the club due to their contracts expiring. …
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