The Coppa Italia has become the ultimate resort for Juventus to end their trophy drought, but it would also constitute a significant financial boost. This evening, Max Allegri’s men will be the favorites to advance to the competition’s final at the expense of Lazio. The two sides will collide in the second leg of the semi-final at the Olimpico Stadium, …
Read More »Xavi wants exit-linked Barcelona heavyweight to stay if he continues as manager
As we get closer to the summer transfer window, speculations about the future of Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong have begun to surface once again. The Catalans need to generate around €100 million before June 30 and player sales are being seen as the main source of revenue, with De Jong being seen as a strong candidate to be sold. …
Read More »Barcelona 17-year-old prospect set for more game-time due to regular starter’s poor form
As we enter the final phase of the 2023/24 season, Barcelona appear set to end the campaign without any trophies. The Blaugrana lost the Spanish Super Cup final in January and were eliminated from the Copa del Rey soon after. Last week, their hopes in the UEFA Champions League and La Liga came crashing down following defeats to PSG and …
Read More »“Ronaldo is my idol” – Vlahovic talks Juventus, Allegri rapport, Ballon d’Or & more
Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic discussed a variety of topics in a new interview with L’Equipe (via IlBianconero). Despite his team’s recent struggles, the 24-year-old has been enjoying a prolific campaign on a personal level. He has thus far scored 16 goals in Serie A and one in the Coppa Italia. The Serbian had endured a complicated 2022/23 campaign where he …
Read More »Barcelona set to agree new multi-million deal with Nike, will help club return to 1:1 rule
The saga of Barcelona’s shirt sponsor for next season has been ongoing for several months now, with no dearth of regular twists. The story began back in November when the Catalan administration reviewed the American sports manufacturer’s valuation of the club and found it to be grossly inferior to the returns Barcelona provide. Subsequent months saw the relations between Barcelona …
Read More »Howe quizzed on Yankuba Minteh’s future and Feyenoord drama in Sunday’s cup final
Eddie Howe has issued a “wait and see” message on Yankuba Minteh’s future, believing we must allow the 19-year-old to focus on his football at Feyenoord before deciding on his “next step” this summer. The winger has enjoyed a superb loan spell with the Dutch giants, not only scoring 10 goals, but featuring in the Champions League and winning his …
Read More »ITA Airways names airplane after Juventus legend Giorgio Chiellini – (Photo)
ITA Airways unveiled an airplane named after legendary Juventus and Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini. The 39-year-old was one of the most iconic centre-backs of his generation. After 17 years in Turin, he joined LAFC for a later career experience before hanging his boots last year. The Italian airways company has thus decided to pay tribute to the Euro 2020 hero …
Read More »Barcelona given deadline to submit ‘Treasury Plan’ to La Liga; hopes of reaching 1:1 rule slim
On April 30, Barcelona will send their treasury plan to La Liga in order to know their margins for the summer transfer window, reports Ramon Fuentes via Mundo Deportivo. The next seven days are going to be crucial for Barcelona as this will shape their future trajectory. This countdown follows La Liga’s decision last February to set the club’s squad …
Read More »Milan stars Calabria, Theo Hernandez & Tomori banned for Juventus clash
Last night’s Derby della Madonnina bore positive news for Juventus, as three Milan pillars have been ruled out from next weekend’s showdown. The Bianconeri supporters certainly didn’t enjoy watching arch-rivals Inter celebrate their 20th Scudetto title, but the Nerazzurri triumph was only a matter of time. Max Allegri’s men are now fully focused on obtaining passage to the next edition …
Read More »Barcelona emerge as contenders to sign 16-year-old centre-back prodigy
Barcelona have made it a point to keep an eye out for exciting young talents across the globe to strengthen their youth ranks. Given their financial situation, it makes sense for Barça to go after players at a younger age instead of trying to sign them once they become established stars. The strategy saw Barcelona rope in players like Mamadou …
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