Chelsea have gone through some big changes in the summer transfer window. Right after last season ended, the Blues parted ways with Mauricio Pochettino and appointed new manager Enzo Maresca. It showed a change in the club’s philosophy as they hired a manager who follows the Pep Guardiola school of thought. They have signed players like Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Tosin Adarabioyo …
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Newcastle first five games of 2024/25 – What to expect and ones to watch
With the return of Premier League Football less than two weeks away, football fans up and down the country are rejoicing at the imminent return of competitive football to British shores. Despite a relatively ‘low-key’ transfer window thus far for the Magpies, the useful acquisition of free agent center back, Lloyd Kelly and permanent signing of young, versatile full back …
Read More »Man United considering Serie A star & Premier League duo as alternatives to Ugarte transfer
Manchester United have reportedly stalled in talks over the potential transfer of Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte, so are looking at the likes of Atalanta star Ederson and other alternatives. The Brazilian has impressed in his time in Serie A, as well as in last season’s Europa League as he played a part in Atalanta emerging as surprise winners of …
Read More »Concacaf signs first Central America-based sponsor for its regional club competition
August 6 – Concacaf has signed a three-year partnership with Honduran snack company Snacks Yummies, and its Taqueritos brand, which becomes an official sponsor of the Concacaf Central American Cup. The Central American Cup crowns Central America’s club champion and qualifies six clubs for the Concacaf Champions Cup.The agreement begins with the 2024 edition and designates Taqueritos as the Official Snack …
Read More »Turkish SuperLig rebrands with new logo, trophy and slogan
August 7 – The Turkish SuperLig has updated its brand image and visual identity ahead of the new season. A few days before the kick-off of the new campaign, the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) unveiled a new Super Lig logo, a new trophy and a new motto. “The new logo of Trendyol Super League symbolises victory and football played wholeheartedly. …
Read More »Report – Top Serie A club eyes a move for Wojciech Szczesny
The future of Wojciech Szczesny remains a puzzle that Juventus needs to solve, as the Polish goalkeeper is no longer part of their plans. The Bianconeri have replaced him as their first-choice goalkeeper, but he earns a significant salary, and they need to remove him from their books. Szczesny is willing to leave and was open to a move to …
Read More »Important update to the Jadon Sancho story
When Jadon Sancho effectively called out his Man United manager, Erik ten Hag, on social media last year, it appeared to be the beginning of the end for his career at Old Trafford. Banished to train with the youth teams, Sancho eventually moved back to Borussia Dortmund on loan at the first available opportunity. When the 2023/24 campaign ended, it …
Read More »Aussie FA boss Johnson hits back at comments that Matildas were ‘pampered’ at Olympics
August 7 – Football Australia Chief Executive James Johnson has hit back at suggestions the women’s national team are “pampered” amid intense scrutiny following their group phase elimination at the Paris Olympics. The Matildas were expected to challenge for a medal after finishing fourth at Tokyo in 2021 and reaching the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup on home soil …
Read More »Barcelona offered chance to sign €50 million-rated former Hansi Flick protege
It is well-established at this point that FC Barcelona are in the market for a new left-winger this summer. While Nico Williams has been the priority target for the Catalans, things are not moving as well as expected in pursuit of the Athletic Club winger. As such, aware of the situation, agents seem to offering the Blaugrana other options to …
Read More »Arsenal want £30m for Eddie Nketiah
Arsenal want £30 million in transfer fees for Eddie Nketiah, according to TEAMtalk. The report has claimed that Ligue 1 club Marseille are keen on securing the services of the striker, buy they would like the Gunners to reduce their asking price for the 25-year-old striker. TEAMtalk has reported that Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is open to keeping Nketiah and …
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