Unai Emery has laid out the expectations of his Aston Villa side in this season’s Champions League. The Spaniard guided Villa to a shock top-four berth in the Premier League last season, meaning they’ll dine at football’s elite table in 2024/25. If their European exploits under Emery so far are anything to go by, Villa fans could be in for …
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Barcelona considering ‘surprise’ names as alternatives for €58 million priority target
Even though it is starting to appear as if Nico Williams will continue at Athletic Club, FC Barcelona are still refusing to give up on their pursuit of the Spanish international. However, at the same time, they are also starting to look for alternatives in case they are unable to land their main target, who is bound by a €58 …
Read More »Luca Marchetti gives a reason why Atalanta may not sell Koopmeiners
Juventus is in talks to sign Teun Koopmeiners from Atalanta, and the midfielder has gone on strike to force through the transfer. He is doing everything he can to make the move happen, and now the men in black and white need to reach an agreement with La Dea to finalise the deal. Juve has been rebuilding their midfield, and …
Read More »Mbappe makes Real Madrid debut against Atalanta
Kylian Mbappe has been selected in Real Madrid’s starting XI for their UEFA Super Cup clash with Atalanta. The France superstar will make his debut for Los Blancos in their season opener following his summer move from Paris Saint-Germain. Champions League winners Real are bidding for their sixth Super Cup triumph against the Serie A club, who won the Europa …
Read More »Barcelona director meets with La Masia breakout star’s agent to further renewal talks
Fermin Lopez has enjoyed an excellent last 12 months or so, breaking into the Barcelona first-team setup and then forcing his way into the Spanish national team. The 21-year-old midfield gem finished the 2023/24 season with 11 goals for the Blaugrana and then went on to win the UEFA Euro 2024 with Spain before topping it off with a gold …
Read More »Manchester United legend Roy Keane hints at quitting punditry, citing recent incident as a factor
Roy Keane, the legendary Manchester United midfielder and Sky Sports pundit, has revealed his intention to step away from punditry within the next decade. This announcement follows a highly publicised incident last season in which Keane was allegedly attacked by an Arsenal fan after a match at the Emirates Stadium. Roy Keane’s altercation with fan at the Emirates last season …
Read More »Flick reunion? Perisic considers Barcelona after Hajduk exit
Ivan Perisic’s return to Hajduk Split was supposed to be a homecoming filled with hope, passion, and the prospect of achieving a lifelong dream. However, what began as a heartwarming story of a local hero returning to his roots has quickly turned into a tense and unexpected saga. After just eight appearances for the club, […] Ivan Perisic’s return to …
Read More »Man Utd fans will love what Bruno Fernandes said after signing new deal
Bruno Fernandes has put pen to paper on a new contract keeping him at Manchester United until at least June 2027 with an option for a further year, the club have confirmed. The Portugal international joined Man Utd from Sporting CP in January 2020 and has since registered 79 goals and 67 assists in 234 appearances across all competitions, lifting …
Read More »Barcelona receive approach from Portuguese heavyweights for out-of-favour starlet
Vitor Roque is set to be on his way out of FC Barcelona this summer, with the 19-year-old starlet having fallen out of favour at the club. Signed amid much fanfare, the teenager never got a proper run in the team under Xavi Hernandez and his situation has not improved even with Hansi Flick in charge. Roque was given a …
Read More »Man City, Real may play over 70 games this year as schedules grow
Real Madrid is set to officially begin their 2024/25 season on Wednesday night in Poland. As the reigning Champions League winners, Los Blancos are facing off against Atalanta for the UEFA Super Cup. The Italian side previously collected the Europa League trophy by thumping Bayer Leverkusen in May. The Spanish giants typically play a ton […] Real Madrid is set …
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