According to recent reports, this summer’s pursuit of Ivan Toney is now a two-horse race. That’s according to Football Transfers’ ever-reliable Steve Kay, who claims the two Premier League sides leading the race for the striker’s signature are West Ham and Tottenham Hotspur. Toney, 28, is set to leave Brentford this summer after four impressive years. And likely to demand …
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How close is Messi to breaking the MLS goal-scoring record?
Even though the 2024 MLS season is roughly one-third of the way through, Lionel Messi is garnering discussion about breaking the MLS goal-scoring record. Lionel Messi’s goal against the New York Red Bulls brought his total up to 10 on the season. Ironically, he is joined at the top of that chart by teammate Luis Suarez, who secured a hat …
Read More »Mirko Di Natale reveals Juventus interest in Mario Pasalic
Juventus are reportedly keeping an eye on Mario Pasalic who has been an Atalanta staple for quite some time now. Ahead of what should be a heated transfer market session in Turin, the Bianconeri are being linked with a host of profiles, and this includes a few players from Gian Piero Gasperini’s ranks. For instance, Teun Koopmeiners has emerged as …
Read More »‘Would never allow that’ – Disgraced Barcelona president speaks on Messi’s free exit in 2021
Barcelona have had a history of controversial presidents, the most notable of which has been Josep Bartomeu. The Spaniard almost single-handedly destroyed the financial foundation of the club, and is largely responsible for the condition of the team today. Joan Laporta, while celebrated for his time during the 2000s, has not coped well during this tenure, either, with his every …
Read More »Atletico Madrid decide to sell 30-year-old attacker
Atletico Madrid have reportedly made the decision to sell Memphis Depay at the end of the season. The Dutch attacker has struggled since joining Atletico from Barcelona at the start of 2023. And starting just nine La Liga games this term, it’s clear the 30-year-old is far from an important player for Diego Simone. More Stories / Latest News …
Read More »Barcelona youngster closing in on summer departure
Barcelona’s trust in youngsters has been one of the few bright takeaways in an otherwise gloomy campaign. However, the case of Vitor Roque stands out as an exception. While Barça have relied on youth to bring innovation to the pitch, the 19-year-old’s journey has not followed the same trajectory. And concerns regarding his future have especially heightened after the player’s …
Read More »Gordon joins elite group and Howe close to record – 7 incredible Newcastle United stats
It was a weekend full of positives for Newcastle United, who not only won away from home but ran riot in a convincing 4-1 win at Burnley to send us up to sixth. Here’s seven brilliant stats to emerge, featuring Anthony Gordon, Eddie Howe’s entertainers, Callum Wilson and more: Anthony Gordon delivered his 10th assist of the league season on …
Read More »Bayern Munich having doubts about summer swoop for Barcelona heavyweight
Over the past few weeks, the future of Barcelona ace Frenkie de Jong has once again been dragged into question, owing to the club’s financial situation and the midfielder’s wages. Indeed, it has been suggested that Barça could listen to offers for the Netherlands international if he does not sign a new deal with lower wages. Bayern Munich, for one, …
Read More »Arsenal target Viktor Gyokeres “can’t promise” he will stay at Sporting CP
Sporting CP were crowned champions of Portugal this weekend and a big contributor to that achievement was Viktor Gyokeres, who addressed his future amid interest from Arsenal. The Swedish striker only joined the Portuguese club last summer from Coventry City and across the 47 games he featured in during the current campaign, the 25-year-old produced an incredible 41 goals and 15 …
Read More »Criscitiello reveals Juventus plans: Thiago Motta & five signings
Juventus are reportedly looking to sign Thiago Motta as their new manager in addition to five new players. This is according to Sportitalia journalist Michele Criscitiello who dwells on the club’s plans for the summer. The Bianconeri are one step away from securing Champions League football for next season, and the journalist believes this would release them from Max Allegri’s …
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