It is no secret that Barcelona are actively searching the market, exploring every possibility to strengthen their squad. They have been linked with several stars already, but interestingly, they remain the only team in Spain’s top flight to have signed a player this summer. The main challenge for the Blaugrana has consistently been their troubled finances and managing their wage …
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Arsenal determined to sign Mikel Merino
Arsenal remain keen on signing Mikel Merino this summer. According to a report from Mundo Deportivo (h/t SportWitness), Arsenal are yet to submit a formal offer for the Spanish international midfielder but they are ready to push hard for his signature. The north London club are yet to open talks with Real Sociedad over the Euro 2024 winner and it …
Read More »Will Juventus force Federico Chiesa out of the club this summer?
Juventus has a major headache to deal with, revolving around the future of Federico Chiesa. With a year left on his contract, the club is uncomfortable because he does not seem happy to stay and might run down his deal. Chiesa has been offered a new contract since last season, but he wants more money than the club can offer …
Read More »West Ham confident of landing powerhouse Euro 2024 ace with 29 G/A contributions
As the opening week of the 2024/25 Premier League comes into view, West Ham United have positioned themselves to sign a brilliant German international. During Euro 2024, Borussia Dortmund striker, Niclas Fullkrug, scored one of the goals of the tournament against Scotland, and also proved a handful against every other opponent. It’s those attributes that have the Hammers interested, and …
Read More »West Ham enquired about signing Liverpool player with Lopetegui request
Liverpool have had a slow summer transfer window with some of their players leaving the club while no new signings have been made. The Reds have suffered the loss of Joel Matip and Thiago Alcantara this summer after they left following the expiry of their contracts. But no replacement has been signed for either of them and the Reds are …
Read More »Saudi plans eight new stadia for 2034 but doubts over event dates and human rights persist
August 2 – Saudi Arabia is planning major stadium construction with eight new venues to be built as part of the plan to deliver the 2034 World Cup. Following the submission of its bid book, the Arab Kingdom has proposed 15 venues for the 48-team team tournament, with the capital Riyadh set to be home to eight stadiums. The King Salman …
Read More »FIFA looks for appeasement over legal action from European Leagues and Fifpro
August 2 – Facing the threat of legal action, FIFA is holding out an olive branch to European leagues and players in order to end a three-month deadlock over the international match calendar. Last month the European Leagues – representing professional football in 33 nations, including the Premier League – announced it was filing a complaint to the European Commission along with players’ …
Read More »Famous manager has told goal-machine to sign for West Ham
West Ham United are going through major changes this summer. The Hammers have made some decent signings after removing David Moyes as their manager and bringing in Julen Lopetegui to take charge of the club. Defender Max Kilman has arrived at the club in a big money move to sort out the defensive issues while Wes Foderingham has been signed …
Read More »Manchester City snatch victory as Liverpool ponder what might have been
The 2013-14 English Premier League title was won by Manchester City in one of the most dramatic ends to a season in history. After Liverpool’s incredible run of victories it appeared that Brendan Rodgers’ side would end their long wait for glory, but a series of stumbles at the business end of the season, coupled with Chelsea’s dip in form, …
Read More »Newcastle release exciting St James’ Park fanzone update ahead of 2024/25 season
Newcastle United have announced that St. James’ STACK, presented by Sela, will open at midday on Thursday 8th August. After months of work behind the Gallowgate stand, the newly built fanzone will open its doors next week, allowing fans to use the mutli-purpose facility in time for the Sela Weekender (9th and 10th August) and our opening game of the …
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