Ligue 1

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano believes Chelsea are serious title contenders this season after their impressive performances under new manager Enzo Maresca. The Italian tactician has quickly transformed the team, putting them in a strong position to challenge for the Premier League title. The Blues sacked Mauricio Pochettino at the end of last season, a decision that shocked many, especially after …

Arsenal players in the win over Wolves this season (Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images) Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has singled out Gabriel Magalhaes for praise after his superb recent form, which has seen him score important goals in big games against both Tottenham and Manchester City. The Brazil international was not the biggest name when he first joined the Gunners …

Pundit and former Aston Villa player Stan Collymore believes Diego Carlos is an issue for Unai Emery following Sunday’s draw against Ipswich.  Villa dropped points against the Tractor Boys and yet again went behind when Liam Delap opened the scoring but they hit back through goals from Morgan Rogers and Ollie Watkins, before Delap struck again to ensure the points …

Former West Ham midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker has raised concerns about the club’s lack of leadership and strong personalities after spending time with the squad during their pre-season training camp in the U.S. under new manager Julen Lopetegui. Reo-Coker, who closely observed the team during their pre-season preparations, highlighted the lack of leadership within the squad, which he believes is affecting …

Arsenal have been handed a huge boost with Mikel Merion returning to first team training ahead of their Champions League clash against Paris Saint Germain on Tuesday Evening. Merino arrived at the Emirates this summer from Spanish side Real Sociedad in a deal which could rise up to £31.6m but hasn’t got off to the best of starts in north …

West Ham summer signing Crysencio Summerville sent a message of support to his former teammate Wilfried Gnonto following Leeds United’s impressive 3-0 triumph over Coventry City. The highlight of the match came early when Gnonto found the back of the net just 16 minutes in, a performance that did not go unnoticed. After the game, Gnonto shared highlights on his …

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has provided an update on Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite’s potential move next summer. Branthwaite, who penned a new contract with Everton in October last year, is considered a pivotal player for manager Sean Dyche. He has also shown his worth on the international stage, having being an integral part of the U21 team. The 22-year-old made …

Redevelopment plans for Leeds United’s stadium were revealed and it could become a major “events hub” for the city according to finance expert Stefan Borson. The Whites have been at Elland Road since 1919 and earlier this month redevelopment plans were announced with one of the main aims to increase the capacity to around 53,000. Elland Road is known for …

Arsenal are among a host of top European clubs to have expressed an interest in Palmeiras centre back Vitor Reis according to reports. The Athletic have reported that Arsenal and Spanish giants Real Madrid have made initial enquiries to Palmeiras and the representatives of the player in regards to his availability. The report adds that no formal enquiries have been …

Pep Guardiola has provided a positive update on the fitness of Kevin De Bruyne ahead of Manchester City’s Champions League game against Slovan Bratislava on Tuesday evening. City have been without De Bruyne since their opening Champions League match against Italian champions Inter Milan on September 18th. De Bruyne pulled up late on in the first half and was substituted …