Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah has become one of the key targets for FC Barcelona in the final two days of the summer transfer window. The Catalans are eager to reinforce their backline after the injuries to Ronald Araujo, Andreas Christensen, and Eric Garcia have left them light in the position. Tah, whose contract with Leverkusen expires in 2025, has …
Read More »Episode 795 – Jeepers, Keepers
Welcome to another episode of the Arsecast – the Arsenal podcast. In this episode I’m joined by The Man from East Lower and Andrew Allen to discuss the final few hours of the transfer window. We chat about the goalkeeping position in light of Aaron Ramsdale’s expected departure, how we might replace him, and what it might cost. Then there’s …
Read More »Barcelona set to renew injured midfielder’s contract until 2029
In just three games in his first-team career, Marc Bernal proved that he can be a long-term solution for FC Barcelona in the midfield department. Just 17 years of age, the La Masia graduate has enjoyed a great rise in prominence in the past few months under the tutelage of new manager Hansi Flick. However, things turned sour for Bernal …
Read More »Kieran Trippier retires from England duty
Kieran Trippier has retired from international football after winning 54 caps for England. The Newcastle full-back made the announcement on Instagram this morning, just hours before interim coach Lee Carsley names his squad for the Nations League clashes with the Republic of Ireland and Finland. He wrote: “I never thought as a young lad from Bury that I would play …
Read More »Thiago Motta effect: Juventus is now a delight to watch –
Juventus has long been one of the most successful teams in European football and the most successful in Italian football. The Bianconeri have often prioritised success, sometimes at the expense of playing attractive football. During his first spell as manager, Max Allegri won several trophies, including five consecutive league titles, but few would argue that Juve played particularly attractive football …
Read More »5 Youngest Players In History To Reach 100 Wins
Winning a Premier League game is a rewarding experience for any player, especially when they have contributed to the result. It boosts their confidence, tells them that they belong in the most popular soccer league on the planet. Every player wants to make a habit of it, they want to get addicted to the good feeling. However, only the very …
Read More »Kieran Trippier releases statement as Newcastle star follows Fabian Schar
Kieran Trippier has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 33. After 54 caps for the Three Lions and competing in four major tournaments, he’s called time on his England career, joining Fabian Schar (Switzerland) in retiring from the international scene ahead of the upcoming international break next month. In an emotional statement shared on his Instagram …
Read More »Newcastle United, Liverpool show interest in Barcelona defensive target
Despite all the current doom and gloom surrounding the transfer situation at FC Barcelona due to their FFP issues, the club are still working to try and get in at least one more signing before the window closes. It is clear that any move would be dependent on the FFP situation, and with Nike and Barça Vision deals not being …
Read More »Leicester vs Aston Villa Premier League Prediction
Former Premier League champions Leicester are still looking for their first league win of the new campaign and on Saturday they face a Champions League-quality opposition in Aston Villa. The Foxes have one point to their name so far, while Villa have won one and lost one fixture. Match Preview Leicester recent form On Matchday One, Leicester were probably fortunate …
Read More »Flick Requests Deco To Bring Bayern Munich Target To Barcelona
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has reportedly requested sporting director Deco to try and sign Bayer Leverkusen defender and long-time Bayern Munich target, Jonathan Tah. The Germany international was one of Leverkusen’s standout performers as they won the Bundesliga title without losing a single game in 2023-24. Barcelona Looking For Defensive Reinforcements After failing to win a single trophy in the …
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