Thiago Motta is one of the most innovative managers in world football, and he is now looking to make the most of his time as the Juventus manager. The Bianconeri have just named him their head coach as they continue to rebuild their team. Since 2021, under Max Allegri, the men in black and white have endured mediocre seasons with …
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Chelsea would be smart to go for one of these two free agents – Talk Chelsea
We are now into another summer transfer window and we all know that Chelsea are going to be quite busy in the market buying and selling. The squad being setup is a good one, but for me it lacks proven quality experience. I’m not meaning just any old experience, I mean QUALITY experience and established players. I truly believe if …
Read More »Arrests as Serbian fans clash with English in Gelsenkirchen
June 17 – Seven Serbian fans were taken into custody after scuffles broke out in Gelsenkirchen ahead of Sunday’s game against England, the first in the tournament to have been designated as “high risk”. Videos circulating on social media showed tables, chairs and bottles thrown before riot police arrived. “There was a confrontation between Serbian and English football fans in …
Read More »UEFA charge Albania for ‘provocative’ fan banner at Italy match
June 17 – Albania are facing four UEFA charges over a “provocative message” allegedly displayed by their fans during the European Championship loss to Italy at the weekend. UEFA say the Albanian FA is facing disciplinary proceedings over the message, plus the throwing of objects, use of fireworks and an “invasion of the field of play.” One person entered the …
Read More »German police shoot axeman ahead of Holland vs Poland tie
June 17 – German police shot and wounded a man who was threatening them with an axe and a Molotov cocktail in Hamburg just hours before Sunday’s game between Netherlands and Poland. The incident happened in the St. Pauli area of the city, which was thronged with fans. Police said the man may have been suffering from mental illness and that there …
Read More »Barcelona midfielder shows signs of returning to his best at UEFA Euro 2024
Spain got off to the perfect start at the UEFA Euro 2024 this past weekend with a 3-0 win over Croatia. At the centre of the team’s win were two Barcelona stars who not only started but also dictated the proceedings of the game – Lamine Yamal and Pedri Gonzalez. A lot has been said about the 16-year-old’s impact at …
Read More »Report – 22-year-old Barcelona reserve team player could replace exit-bound veteran
Barcelona are set to bid adieu to veteran defender Marcos Alonso this summer, with the left-back on the verge of departing as a free agent when his contract expires on June 30. The Spanish star’s exit leaves the spot of a backup left-back vacant, with Barça looking for options to provide cover for Alejandro Balde, who will be the first …
Read More »Liverpool interested in transfer of quality Michael Olise alternative who’d cost almost half the price
Liverpool are reportedly interested in a potential transfer deal for Leeds United winger Crysencio Summerville, who looks likely to be on the move for around £30-35million this summer. The 22-year-old has shown himself to be an exciting talent with his performances in the Championship, and it seems clear he’d add something to this Reds side, with new manager Arne Slot …
Read More »Dan Ashworth appointment set for exit as Newcastle sanction move after approach
Newcastle United look set to lose Academy coach Graeme Carrick, who looks set to leave for Middlesbrough after less than two years on Tyneside. The 39-year-old arrived as the head coach of our much-improved Under-18s side in August 2022 and was thought to be a Dan Ashworth appointment, but Boro have now been granted permission to speak with the youth …
Read More »West Ham pushing to sell player in £35m deal ASAP, multiple clubs on alert
West Ham United are reportedly in talks with a number of clubs over the potential transfer exit of Nayef Aguerd this summer. The 28-year-old Morocco international has not quite lived up to expectations in his time at the London Stadium, so it now seems the Hammers are working on selling him for around £35million this summer amid interest from clubs …
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