According to Fabrizio Romano, Al-Ittihad are in advanced negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain after expressing serious interest in the services of Danilo Pereira. The 32-year-old defensive midfielder, who also plays occasionally as a centre-back, appears to have no place in the plans of PSG coach Luis Enrique after a summer of uncertainty. His contract at the club runs until the end …
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Italian newspaper player ratings for Juventus vs Roma: Gatti the best, Vlahovic disappoints
After winning their first two Serie A fixtures with ease, Juventus had to settle for a goalless draw against Roma on Sunday night. The Bianconeri faithful were hoping to celebrate a victory at the Allianz Stadium against a wounded opponent, but the Giallorossi proved well-prepared, especially on the defensive phase. Therefore, Thiago Motta’s attackers failed to produce the goods upfront, …
Read More »Al Ittihad closing in on signing three-time Ligue 1 winner from PSG
The Saudi Pro League transfer window is still open, and according to recent reports, Al Ittihad are closing in on signing Paris Saint-Germain full-back Danilo Pereira. That’s according to leading transfer expert and CaughtOffside columnist Fabrizio Romano, who claims the Pro League club are in ‘advanced negotiations’ to sign the 32-year-old defender. Al Ittihad closing on Danilo signing Hoping to …
Read More »Casemiro’s wife bites back at Manchester United midfielder’s critics
Anna Mariana Casemiro – the wife of the Manchester United midfielder – has issued a non-too-subtle riposte to her husband’s critics, reminding them of his previous success. Casemiro was dragged off at half-time during yesterday’s humbling 3-0 defeat at home to arch-rivals Liverpool after being at fault for the Merseysiders’ first two goals – both scored by Luis Diaz. United …
Read More »Much travelled Sol Bamba dies unexpectedly, aged 39
September 2 – Former Ivory Coast international Souleymane ‘Sol’ Bamba has tragically died, aged just 39. Bamba was coaching at Turkish club Adanaspor, which said he had died in the city of Manisa having been admitted to hospital with a fever ahead of his team’s away game. “We just suffered a great tragedy. This was completely unexpected,” said club president …
Read More »Al Ittihad submit late offer for Arsenal winger
Even though the summer transfer window in England has closed, it remains open in Saudi Arabia, and according to recent reports, Al Ittihad are hoping to use this to their advantage after the club submitted an offer to sign Arsenal winger Leandro Trossard. In need of signing a new winger, the Belgian has emerged as a top target for Laurent …
Read More »Motta on Juventus-Roma stalemate: “Fair result, happy with the squad, Gonzalez true striker”
On Sunday night, Juventus dropped points for the first time this season as they settled for a goalless draw against Roma. The two sides had few chances between them, even though the Bianconeri had the upper hand in the second half following the introduction of some of their new signings. After the match, Thiago Motta admitted the draw was the …
Read More »Paul Scholes identifies position where Man United struggled vs Liverpool
Manchester United suffered an embarrassing defeat at the hands of their biggest rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday. It was another win for Liverpool against the Red Devils with the Merseyside club making it a habit to beat their arch rivals every now and then. It was Arne Slot’s first experience of a big match in the Premier League …
Read More »Mo Salah’s recent exit comments had hidden message for Liverpool chiefs
Mo Salah scored against Manchester United for the seventh game in a row on Sunday. After assisting Luis Diaz twice and scoring one himself, the Egyptian forward enjoyed another impressive performance at Old Trafford. However, despite the Reds’ stunning 3-0 victory away to their arch-rivals, it was Salah’s post-match comments which made headlines. The what… Speaking to Sky Sports after …
Read More »Fabrizio Romano claims Aston Villa tried to sign Tottenham star
Now that the transfer window is over, the speculation surrounding a number of players has cooled down. One of the players who was heavily linked with a move away from his club this summer was Giovani Lo Celso. The Argentinian finally managed to secure a move to La Liga outfit Real Betis but Aston Villa made a late move to …
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