AC Milan are interested in signing Diego Carlos from Aston Villa this summer, according to AS. Having seen their city rivals Inter clinch the Scudetto by winning the Derby della Madoninna earlier this week, the Rossoneri are still in second place in the Serie A rankings with their five-point advantage over Juventus intact after their goalless clash on Saturday in …
Read More »Allegri shrugs off Stadium boos: “They even jeered me when I was winning”
Juventus coach Max Allegri wasn’t too concerned with the jeers and whistles directed towards him and his team following the goalless draw against Milan on Saturday evening. The two rivals have been enduring torrid times, with Allegri and his counterpart Stefano Pioli both walking on thin ice. The Bianconeri had the upper hand at the Allianz Stadium, coming close to …
Read More »Barcelona management trying to protect 19-year-old striker – report
Fighting for a place in Barcelona’s starting lineup with Robert Lewandowski was never going to be easy for Vitor Roque. However, the youngster was brought in as a bet for the future and a gradual incorporation was always the plan. Since arriving in January, the former Athletico Paranaense has scored twice in La Liga, although his minutes have been highly …
Read More »Di Marzio: “No chance for Allegri to stay, Thiago Motta has given his availability to Juventus”
Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio offered some interesting updates regarding Juventus and their pursuit of Thiago Motta. The transfer market guru spoke following the cagey stalemate between the Bianconeri and Milan on Saturday evening. Di Marzio insisted that both clubs have reached the end of a cycle, which suggests that Max Allegri and Stefano Pioli will be given their marching …
Read More »Barcelona striker signing could leave on loan amidst registration struggles – report
The coming summer transfer window will be pivotal for Xavi’s project at Barcelona. Having recently guaranteed his continuity as the manager, the Spanish tactician will be determined to turn around the team’s fortunes and performances with high-quality incorporations come June. The biggest hurdle on that front, however, is the precarious financial situation the board stare at and the registration issues …
Read More »Opinion: Allegri & Pioli dull-show illustrates why Inter won the league unchallenged
These days, Juventus coach Max Allegri and his Milan counterpart Stefano Pioli seem to have many things in common. For instance, we’re talking about two managers who achieved great success at their respective clubs, but have apparently exceeded their welcome. Both of them have contracts valid until 2025, yet, neither is likely to see out his deal, with the two …
Read More »Barcelona face huge obstacle in race for 22-year-old Premier League midfielder
Barcelona appear to be making some ground in their bid to sign Guido Rodriguez this coming summer. But the Real Betis star is not the only target for Barcelona, in their bid to reinforce the ranks in the number six position. Amadou Onana, for one, is another player valued highly by the Barcelona board, with Deco, in particular, being a …
Read More »North London Derby preview: Stakes are high
There have been some high stakes North London derbies in the past – you can go back 20 years ago this week to recollect how we won the league at White Hart Lane in the Invincibles season – but in the modern era this one is right up there. Even the game to help decide who would qualify for the …
Read More »Treble winning-manager was waiting on Barcelona call before Xavi’s announcement
Earlier this week, Barcelona finally decided to continue with Xavi Hernandez as the head coach next season, putting an end to months of speculations. During this period, Barça were linked to a slew of top managers across Europe, including Hansi Flick, who was one of the frontrunners in the race to replace Xavi next season. In the most recent episode …
Read More »Howe on Schar injury, Bruno’s future, “lucky” Toon and Europe after 5-1 win vs Sheffield Utd
Eddie Howe believes we rode our luck against Sheffield United and were “lucky” to be level at the break before fully deserving our win after a “devastating” second half display. Speaking after the 5-1 win, the boss revealed that Fabian Schar was withdrawn due to “tightness in his hamstring” that wasn’t allowing him to sprint, although he’s confident it’s not …
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