[ad_1] Having officially severed ties with Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez, the club is ready to embark on a new adventure this summer. The Catalan giants are set to entrust managerial duties to Hansi Flick, whose appointment is anticipated to be made public soon. Flick’s tenure at Bayern Munich was largely successful, with the German manager winning a ‘sextuple’ most notably. …
Read More »Olympiacos boss urges players to stay cool
[ad_1] Olympiacos boss Jose Luis Mendilibar is urging his squad to stay cool as they prepare to take on Fiorentina in the cauldron of Athens in the UEFA Europa Conference League final. Olympiacos are based in Pireaus, around 10 miles from the Athens stadium which is home to their rivals AEK where Wednesday night’s final will be held. Mendilibar’s side …
Read More »Hansi Flick following La Masia closely for two months ahead of Barcelona appointment
[ad_1] Barcelona’s dire economic situation is one of the reasons for the revival of La Masia in recent years, and the club has only stood to gain from the same. With young players once again given minutes and opportunities under Xavi’s tutelage, La Masia’s stocks have grown exponentially with Lamine Yamal, Pau Cubarsi, Hector Fort and Fermin Lopez the latest …
Read More »Barcelona would insert buyback clause for 19-year-old starlet if he is sold this summer
[ad_1] Hansi Flick is expected to officially pen his contract with Barcelona tomorrow, and thus, take upon himself the brunt of the club’s rebuild. As advised by Xavi on his way out, the German tactician will not have it easy in Catalonia, especially given the club’s finances. The situation undoubtedly will force Flick to turn to the academy regularly, and …
Read More »Zirkzee offers Juventus a major transfer boost, but is it enough?
[ad_1] Joshua Zirkzee is the subject of transfer interest from Juventus and several clubs, including Arsenal. The Dutchman has just finished one of his best seasons with Bologna, and his impressive performances have helped them qualify for the Champions League next term. Zirkzee is prepared to spend another season at Bologna, even though his manager, Thiago Motta, has left. Juventus …
Read More »Real Madrid star misses out as Belgium unveils Euro 2024 squad
[ad_1] Belgium manager Domenico Tedesco has officially revealed his 25-man provisional squad for Euro 2024. The Red Devils will enter the summer tournament in Germany looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2022 World Cup. Despite being favorites to win Group F, Belgium failed to qualify for the knockout round at the competition in Qatar. Tedesco’s squad will soon convene …
Read More »Chelsea set to attempt hijack on Newcastle deal for defender – Reports
[ad_1] Chelsea have joined the race to sign defender Tosin Adarabioyo on a free, despite Newcastle being in the driving seat in negotiations with the player’s representatives according to reports. Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie took to X to say the London club have offered the defender a contract while Manchester United have also joined the race for the player’s …
Read More »Hajduk Split’s Krovinovic attacked by Lokomotiv fans in Zagreb
[ad_1] May 27 – Former Croatian U21 international and Hajduk Split player Filip Krovinovic (pictured) was attacked by Lokomotiv Zagreb fans in the capital city of Zagreb after a league game Lokomotiv Zagreb and Hajduk Split. The incident happened on Saturday night, a day after Hajduk had beaten Lokomotiv 5-2. “Last night in Zagreb, our first team member Filip Krovinović …
Read More »Barcelona captain’s renewal slows down following change in management
[ad_1] With Hansi Flick’s imminent appointment as Barcelona manager, Cules can expect to see a renewed team with principles that may contrast with Xavi Hernandez’s outlook. And it appears one of the major changes under Flick could be Barcelona captain Sergi Roberto potentially leaving the club. Roberto’s renewal has slowed down Despite being close to striking a contract extension with …
Read More »Tim Howard says Mainoo should mimic Declan Rice, not Scholes
[ad_1] Former Manchester United goalkeeper Tim Howard has insisted that Kobbie Mainoo should emulate Arsenal star Declan Rice. The 19-year-old phenom has burst onto the scene, compiling five goals and an assist in 32 appearances in the campaign. His final goal of the 2023/24 season was the eventual winner in the FA Cup final on Saturday. Mainoo’s goal helped the …
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