Transfer News June 8, 2024 – 6:00 pm Manchester United has joined Juventus in the race to sign Khephren Thuram. The French midfielder has been on the Bianconeri’s radar for several months and was even expected to join them during the last two transfer windows. However, Juve did not …
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New trend of US owners can benefit Italian teams
In recent years, the landscape of Serie A has undergone significant transformation down to US owners. It has been driven by an influx of foreign ownership and a strategic reliance on experienced Italian directors. Serie A president Lorenzo Casini recently articulated this evolution, highlighting how clubs like Inter and Milan spearhead a new hybrid model. According to him, it could …
Read More »Will he play for USMNT in Copa America?
Josh Sargent’s injury issues have left the talented Norwich forward battling to prove his availability for the USMNT. USMNT coaches are unsure about his availability for the upcoming Copa America tournament. He had an impressive season in the Championship, where he scored 16 goals in 28 appearances for Norwich. Thus, Sargent’s hopes for a national team return were high. However, …
Read More »Alvarez to leave City for English rivals
After a stellar start to his career with Manchester City, Julian Alvarez might be on his way out this summer. The Argentine forward has seen his role largely overshadowed by the prolific Erling Haaland. Despite his commendable performances and key contributions, reports suggest that Alvarez could leave the Etihad in search of more prominent playing opportunities. A historic treble marked …
Read More »Josh Sargent ruled out for USMNT-Colombia, status undetermined for Copa America
Josh Sargent’s lengthy wait to get back on the field for the U.S. men’s national team will unfortunately continue. Sargent has been ruled out of the USMNT’s home friendly vs. Colombia on Saturday due to a foot injury, head coach Gregg Berhalter confirmed to reporters Friday. The American forward has not featured for the USMNT since the 1-0 group stage …
Read More »Barcelona veteran will have to earn his place in the team under Hansi Flick
Earlier this month, FC Barcelona appointed Hansi Flick as their new manager, with the German tactician replacing club legend Xavi Hernandez. The 59-year-old’s appointment sparked a plethora of speculations about who could become key players under him and who could face problems. It has been widely suggested that Robert Lewandowski, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, and Ilkay Gundogan would all have prominent …
Read More »Newcastle submits $20 million offer for Burnley goalkeeper
Newcastle has apparently launched an official bid for Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford. According to reporter Craig Hope, the Magpies have offered the Clarets around $20 million for the shot-stopper. Trafford only just signed for the recently relegated side last summer for a deal worth $18 million. Despite the offer, Burnley officials are supposedly holding out for about $25 million. The …
Read More »Theo Walcott claims Arsenal star is ‘number one’ in the Premier League
Theo Walcott has claimed that Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka ranks ahead of Phil Foden as the best winger in the Premier League. After another incredible title race in England’s top flight, the Gunners missed out once again to Pep Guardiola’s unstoppable side as they made history by winning four Premier League titles in a row. As is normal at the …
Read More »USMNT vs. Colombia: The Pregame Tailgate
The U.S. men’s national team’s preparation for the upcoming Copa America begins on Saturday in Landover, Maryland. Gregg Berhalter’s squad hosts CONMEBOL side Colombia in the first of two June friendlies for both nations. The Americans will square off with the only remaining undefeated team in CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifying before hosting Brazil on Tuesday in Florida. Sergino Dest’s long-term …
Read More »Ex-Chelsea boss on club exit in 2019
It was a “fundamental mistake” and “an enormous error” for Ex-Chelsea boss, Maurizio Sarri, to leave Chelsea, he has openly acknowledged. The 65-year-old managed Chelsea to a 2019 Europa League final triumph against Arsenal during his one season at the helm. His team had a similar run that year in the Carabao Cup. However, they lost to Manchester City in …
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