[ad_1] Last night, it emerged that Newcastle United are closing in on the signing of Marc Guehi, with the player keen on a move to St James’ Park and Crystal Palace prepared to cash in now he’s entered the final two years of his contract. It’s not done yet, but the general feeling across social media is this would be …
Read More »The Saudi Pro League: Much Ado About Nothing?
[ad_1] Last summer, it seemed as if the future of football was shifting. Almost out of the blue, big-name players from top European Leagues began departing on masse. Their destination: Saudi Arabia. Karim Benzema, Neymar Jr, N’golo Kante. Roberto Firminho, Riyadh Mahrez, Sadio Mane. The list went on. All following in the golden-laced footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo, who had transferred …
Read More »The FA board gives Bulligham green light to look overseas for Southgate replacement
[ad_1] August 6 – The Football Association board have given formal approval for the appointment of a foreign manager to replace Gareth Southgate. Chief executive Mark Bullingham reportedly sought the backing of his nine fellow board members to consider foreign candidates before initiating the recruitment process, according to the Guardian. The board endorsed Bullingham’s request without a formal vote, despite …
Read More »Rabiot yet to receive higher offer than Juventus despite Man United & Liverpool inquiries
[ad_1] Adrien Rabiot is still struggling to find himself a new club following his departure from Juventus at the end of last season. The Frenchman spent five years in Turin, gradually cementing himself as a stalwart in the middle of the park. He was also named vice-captain last term. However, contract talks between the club’s directors and his mother/agent Veronique …
Read More »Transfer talk: Guehi set to stick with Newcastle, Liverpool scout overseas markets
[ad_1] August 6 – Newcastle are closing in on the signing of Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi, with a figure of £60 million rumoured to be enough to secure the 24-year-old’s services. The player impressed during England’s run to the final of Euro 2024, becoming the standout player of a star-studded back line in his first major tournament …
Read More »bet365 removed from Stoke City ownership but stays within the family as John Coates takes over
[ad_1] August 6 – EFL Championship club Stoke City have announced a significant change in its ownership structure, with the Championship side now being solely owned by bet365 co-CEO John Coates. This development follows a strategic ‘demerger’ of the Stoke City Holdings Group from online bookmaker bet365, resulting in John Coates becoming the outright owner of the Potters. The Coates …
Read More »Done deal: Barcelona set to sign Dani Olmo for €55 million plus €7 million variables
[ad_1] With Nico Williams all but confirming that he will stay at Athletic Club for next season, all the attention in Catalonia turns to his compatriot Dani Olmo. The RB Leipzig star has been a serious target for the Blaugrana since his sensational performances at Euro 2024 and the club have accelerated talks with the German club in recent days. …
Read More »Man City sell Alvarez to Atletico Madrid for £81 million
[ad_1] August 6 – Manchester City and Atletico Madrid have agreed a deal for Argentina striker Julian Alvarez worth up to £82 million (€95 million) as the 24-year-old looks to complete a move to the Spanish capital. The fee is made up of an initial £64.4 million (€75 million) with a further £17.1 million (€20 million) in potential add-ons. Personal …
Read More »Chelsea must mount a Premier League title challenge this season – Talk Chelsea
[ad_1] Chelsea fans could be forgiven for viewing the upcoming 2024/25 Premier League season with more than a little trepidation. With the latest sports betting odds rating Chelsea as the fourth favourites to win the title, expectations are understandably high at Stamford Bridge. However, A 4-1 defeat in a pre-season friendly against Celtic highlighted the size of the task facing …
Read More »Four reasons why Barcelona priority target decided to continue at current club – report
[ad_1] Earlier today, Barcelona were dealt with a massive blow as top target Nico Williams dropped a huge hint about his potential stay at Athletic Club. Nico was Barcelona’s priority target this summer and the club were even willing to meet his €58 million release clause. But it appears the player is all set to prolong his stay in Bilbao, …
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