Barcelona are poised to officiate Hansi Flick as their new manager on Monday, which could serve as the start of the club’s preparation for the season ahead. Barcelona will have to take several key decisions as they look to not only reinforce the squad but also reduce the salary mass. Given the economic constraints, however, Barça may once again have …
Read More »Italian press player ratings for Juventus vs Monza: Fagioli & Pinsoglio shine –
The Italian news outlets handed their player ratings for Juventus who overcame Monza on the final weekend of the Serie A campaign. The Bianconeri had already booked their place in the Champions League a couple of weeks ago, but were eager for a victory that allows them to finish third in the table ahead of Bologna. Paolo Montero’s men found …
Read More »Newcastle target £45m winger and striker as Everton eye shock Minteh move – Report
According to The Mail, Everton are considering a summer move for Newcastle United loan star Yankuba Minteh. The same piece reveals that Michael Olise is one of our top priorities heading into the window and has a £45m release clause that could rise to £60m with add-ons, with Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin also eyed up as potential cover for Alexander …
Read More »Future of Barcelona duo up in the air following the exit of Xavi Hernandez – report
Barcelona are poised to bring in Hansi Flick as their next manager. The German tactician could be officiated as soon as Monday and his arrival could kickstart the club’s preparation for the season ahead. Flick’s arrival is likely to impact the future of almost every Barcelona star, for better or worse. While there are some players who may benefit from …
Read More »Di Marzio tips Di Gregorio for starting role – So who will Juventus sacrifice?
Juventus are on the verge of signing Monza goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio, which could spell the end of Wojciech Szczesny’s time at the club. The 26-year-old has been superb for the Biancorossi over the past two years, and was even named the Serie A Goalkeeper of the Season. The Italian’s exploits earned him a host of suitors, but it appears …
Read More »Deco believes Xavi’s midfield target would be a game-changer for Hansi Flick – report
Dani Olmo has long been linked with a move to Barcelona, especially with the board being an admirer of the former La Masia star. Xavi, in fact, personally requested Olmo’s signing this summer as he saw the player as one who would fit well into his dynamics, especially given his training in La Masia and his place in the Spanish …
Read More »Newcastle scout travels to see Celtic star after stunning season in Scotland – Report
As reported by Lee Ryder at The Chronicle, Newcastle sent a scout to watch Celtic midfielder Matt O’Riley last weekend following his best season yet with the Scottish champions. Although the squad have been away in Australia this past week playing a couple of post-season friendlies, it’s believed the scouting department – led by Steve Nickson and Andy Howe – …
Read More »Joan Laporta defends Xavi’s sacking – “All decisions are for the good of Barça”
At a special celebration marking Barcelona’s third Women’s Champions League victory, club president Joan Laporta took a moment to recognise Xavi Hernandez, who is set to oversee his final match as a coach against Sevilla, reports SPORT. Laporta, amidst applause for the key figures of the triumph, singled out Xavi, recalling his poised press conference held just hours before the …
Read More »Di Marzio on Motta’s Juventus project – Koopmeiners in, Chiesa out?
Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio claims Federico Chiesa may not be a part of Thiago Motta’s plans at Juventus. The Bianconeri are preparing to appoint the Italo-Brazilian manager as their new coach after parting ways with Max Allegri. The 41-year-old has already announced his departure from Bologna. This arrival would spark the beginning of a new project that will include …
Read More »Sunday stuff: FA Cup final – Mika Biereth
Happy Sunday. I did not watch the FA Cup final yesterday. This is before: This is after: Does this mean Erik ten Hag gets to stay now? Here are my thoughts: What is quite funny though is that by winning the cup, United qualify for next season’s Europa League, bumping Chelsea down in the Europa Conference League, while Newcastle will …
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