After having gone through a period of mindless spending when big amounts were splashed on signings that did not work out, Barcelona have been forced to look for talents within the academy ranks due to their financial woes. More and more prospects from La Masia are getting a chance in the first team, while recruitment-wise, a keen eye is now …
Read More »Barcelona handed boost as managerial target not committing to new contract yet
Barcelona’s pursuit for a new manager to replace the outgoing Xavi has taken them to places already. Mostly Germany, but also other parts of Europe. Hansi Flick seems to be the top candidate to take over the job, with Barcelona reportedly in contact with him through his agent Pini Zahavi. The German has also inquired about the club, squad, and …
Read More »Samardzic responds to widespread rumours about Juventus interest in him
Lazar Samardzic is among the Serie A players attracting interest from Juventus due to his impressive performances with Udinese. The Serbian midfielder came close to joining Inter Milan last summer, but the transfer fell through at the last minute. Despite this setback, Samardzic has continued to excel at Udinese, maintaining his status as a key player for the club. Juventus …
Read More »Earlier than expected? Endrick’s debut date for Madrid revealed
Endrick’s Real Madrid debut may come earlier than anyone expected, with a surprise on the cards. The Brazilian sensation apparently intends to show his new side what he can do by cutting short his vacation. Endrick is only 17, but he has already caused a stir in the soccer community. His outstanding efforts grabbed the attention of Real Madrid’s board. …
Read More »Barcelona prodigy already walking with three greats after special achievement
The 2023/24 season will be long-remembered by FC Barcelona fans as the one during which a 16-year-old homegrown talent, Lamine Yamal, enjoyed his breakthrough. In a very short career, the La Masia graduate has made it a habit of breaking record after record, be it with Barça or the Spanish national team. With such a rapid rise to stardom, pressure …
Read More »Why Juventus is keen for Chiesa to sign a short-term extension
According to various reports, Federico Chiesa and Juventus are on the brink of parting ways at the end of this season. The reasons behind this decision are not difficult to discern. Chiesa has been sidelined for numerous matches due to injuries and appears to be struggling to adapt under Max Allegri’s management. Additionally, with just one season remaining on his …
Read More »Mexico to replace Jaime Lozano with former World Cup winning boss
Felipe Scolari looks set to become the national coach of Mexico ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Scolari is thus expected to be presented as the new Mexican national coach soon. 75-year-old Scolari recently went his separate ways with the top Brazilian club Atletico MG. Now the seasoned Brazilian looks set to continue his career in Mexico as a national …
Read More »Report: Reason behind Xavi not calling up 17-year-old whizkid to Barcelona squad
In his tenure as manager of the Barcelona first team, Xavi Hernandez has never shied away from handing opportunities to young talents from the academy, irrespective of their age. That quality has helped Barça unearth gems like Lamine Yamal, Pau Cubari, and Hector Fort, among others just in this season. Now, it appears that Mika Faye is the next one …
Read More »Liverpool favour Amorim ahead of De Zerbi as Alonso alternative
Liverpool have had to change the direction of their search for a Jurgen Klopp successor this week, with Xabi Alonso, their primary target, confirming he would stay in charge of the team at Bayer Leverkusen beyond this summer. Their alternative targets reportedly consist of Brighton and Hove Albion’s Roberto De Zerbi and Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim, and while De Zerbi’s …
Read More »Pundit hopes Juventus shows signs of life despite missing key players against Lazio
Massimo Pavan acknowledges that Juventus needs to display signs of revival as they prepare to face Lazio in Serie A today. Juve had been enduring a dismal run of form prior to the international break and are now under pressure to perform better in the remaining fixtures of the season. Their primary objective remains securing a top-four finish, but if …
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