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Every Premier League Club’s Best Signing of 2020
2020 has been a strange year for everyone, and football is no exception. The COVID-19 pandemic, the three-month break, the null and void debacle, the eventual return of football, Liverpool finally getting their hands on the Premier League trophy, the non-stop debate over when it’s safe for fans to return. The pandemic has had a financial impact on every club, but that hasn’t stopped anyone from getting their wallets out. Here’s a look at every Premier League club’s best signing of 2020 (looking at both January 2020 and the extended summer transfer window). Arsenal – Thomas Partey (£45m) Partey was a statement of intent from the Gunners Brazilian teammate Gabriel Magalhaes could have easily gone here, but the statement of intent behind Thomas Partey’s signing is why he claims this spot. The...
‘I believe they do’: Journalist delivers verdict on Man Utd interest in £100m target
The Atheltic journalist Laurie Whitwell has suggested that Manchester United still retain an interest in Jack Grealish. The Red Devils were heavily linked with a move for the England international during the summer, but they didn’t come up with a formal bid. Aston Villa were demanding a fee in the region of £70-80m for their star midfielder, while United had other targets (Jadon Sancho for instance) in mind. Grealish has been simply outstanding for Villa (five goals, five assists) this season, and there’s a feeling that United may have missed a trick by not signing him. The 25-year-old creative midfielder can take some of the creative burdens off Bruno Fernandes and could be an ideal replacement for Paul Pogba, if and when he leaves the club. Pogba’s agent, Mino Raiola, drop...
Aston Villa midfielder being tracked by former club and Juventus
Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz is reportedly the subject of interest from Italian giants Juventus and former club Manchester City, according to the Birmingham Mail. Luiz joined Aston Villa from Manchester City last summer for £15m following their promotion to the Premier League. Since then, he has become an influential player at Villa Park, featuring 51 times in all competitions. This form has seemingly caught the eye of some of Europe’s biggest clubs, with links of a return to Manchester City resurfacing. The Birmingham Mail reported in November that Man City were looking at re-signing the Brazilian, who has an alleged £30m buy-back clause in his contract. Luiz could be on his way back to Man City A defensive midfielder could be useful to the Cityzens, as they will be looking for a long-term ...
Aston Villa stave off potential suitors for Jack Grealish with £100 million price tag
Manchester United were said to be very keen on Jack Grealish in the summer, but any deal that was supposedly in the works quickly deteriorated when the Englishmen signed a brand new five-year deal with Aston Villa. So far this term, Grealish has been in outstanding form, bagging his fifth goal of the campaign against West Ham on Monday, while also tallying five assists. He’s been a vital part of Villa’s impressive start, who currently sit in 10th place. The additions of Ollie Watkins and Ross Barkley have complimented Grealish perfectly in the final third, helping them grab some massive points through their first nine matches. According to the Telegraph, Dean Smith’s side isn’t shy to stave off suitors for their star attacker as January approaches, slapping a £100 million price tag on Grea...
FA Cup third-round draw: Dates, Tv info as Liverpool, Arsenal face all PL tie
The FA Cup will resume next month when the third round of club football’s oldest competition is contested, and you can watch all FA Cup games live online. FA Cup Third-Round Draw Dates: All the games will be played between January 8 and January 11 There will be no replays this season, and any ties that are level after 90 minutes will go to extra-time and, if necessary, penalties. Time: 7.10 BST Tv info: BT Sport/ BT Sport YouTube 3rd-Round Fixtures: Huddersfield v Plymouth Southampton v Shrewsbury Chorley v Derby County Marine v Tottenham Wolves v Crystal Palace Stockport County v West Ham Oldham Athletic v Bournemouth Manchester United v Watford Stevenage v Swansea Everton v Rotherham Nottingham Forest v Cardiff Arsenal v Newcastle Barnsley v Tranmere Rove...
Report: Celtic eye move for international, face Aston Villa competition
Celtic and Aston Villa are among the clubs interested in signing Crystal Palace central midfielder James McCarthy, according to TEAMtalk. McCarthy has been on the books of Palace since the summer of 2019 when he joined from Premier League rivals Everton. The 30-year-old Republic of Ireland international is out of contract at the Eagles at the end of the season. TEAMtalk has reported that Celtic are ready to offer McCarthy a long-term contract in January to lure him to Celtic Park on a free transfer next summer. The report has added that the 30-year-old will have to accept a pay-cut, and if he agrees to terms, then the Scottish Premiership giants will try to strike a deal with Palace to secure his services in the January transfer window and not wait until next summer. However, according to ...
Tammy Abraham responds to Aston Villa tweet about Nottingham Forest game
Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham has responded to Aston Villa’s post on Twitter about a match against Nottingham Forest back in 2018. On November 28, 2020, Villa played out a 5-5 draw with Nottingham Forest at Villa Park in the Championship. Abraham was then on loan at the Villans from Chelsea, and the England international striker was superb on the day. The 23-year-old scored as many as four goals, finding the back of the Forest net in the 11th, 14th, 36th (penalty) and 71st minute. Villa have posted a video from that game today on Twitter, and Abraham has responded to it. Felt like only yesterday! 😅🤯 — Tammy Abraham (@tammyabraham) November 28, 2020 Tammy Abraham’s Aston Villa spell Abraham spent the 2018-19 campaign on loan at Villa from Chelsea and played an important role...
Report: Aston Villa could reignite their interest in 24-yr-old attacker in January
Aston Villa could reignite their interest in the Werder Bremen attacker Milot Rashica when the transfer window reopens in January. The 24-year-old Kosovo forward was heavily linked with the English club during the summer window but there were rumours that the move collapsed due to the attacker’s wage demands. According to reports from DeichStube, Aston Villa are looking to ensure that their form does not dip in the second half of the season and they are willing to bring in reinforcements in order to continue to perform at a high level. Aston Villa have started the season well and they are 7th in the Premier League table right now with 15 points from eight matches. A win in their next game could take them up to third in the Premier League table. It will be interesting to see if they decide ...
Report: Man City now want to sign £100m star after Man Utd failed to sign him this summer
Report: Man City now want to sign £100m star after Man Utd failed to sign him this summer – originally posted on Sportslens.com Manchester City have earmarked Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish as their prime target, with Pep Guardiola being a ‘huge admirer’ of the player, according to reports from The Independent. Guardiola – who signed a contract extension at the club last week – wants to overhaul the squad and identifies Grealish as an ideal candidate, although it is not clear whether City are targeting him for the January transfer window or next summer. City are also interested in Harry Kane and Lionel Messi, but Grealish stands out as their prime target. Guardiola has discussed the qualities of Grealish with Kevin de Bruyne who was full of praise for th...
‘Superb’: John Terry sends message to West Ham United ace on Instagram
‘Superb’: John Terry sends message to West Ham United ace on Instagram – originally posted on Sportslens.com Aston Villa assistant manager John Terry has responded to Declan Rice’s post on Instagram following West Ham United’s win against Sheffield United at the weekend. West Ham won against United away from home at Bramall Lane on Sunday afternoon, thanks to Sebastien Haller’s brilliant goal in the 56th minute. Rice, who can operate as a defender or as a defensive midfielder, started the match and played for the entire 90 minutes. The 21-year-old England international took to Instagram to revel in the win, and Villa assistant boss Terry has responded to it and has praised the youngster. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Deccers (@declanrice) Terry res...
Predicted Aston Villa XI v Brighton and Hove Albion
Predicted Aston Villa XI v Brighton and Hove Albion – originally posted on Sportslens.com Aston Villa will return to action on Saturday afternoon when they take on Brighton and Hove Albion at Villa Park in the Premier League. The Villans headed into the two-week international break on a high, getting the better of Arsenal 3-0 away from home at the Emirates Stadium in North London in the league. Villa are sixth in the Premier League table at the moment with 15 points from seven matches, just three points behind leaders Leicester City, who have played eight games. Dean Smith’s side will hope to build on that victory and will be determined to pick up all three points against Brighton at home on Saturday afternoon. Ollie Watkins has been playing well for Villa this season following his m...
Some England fans react to Jack Grealish’s display against Iceland
Some England fans react to Jack Grealish’s display against Iceland – originally posted on Sportslens.com Several England fans took to social media to give their reactions to the performance of Aston Villa attacking midfielder Jack Grealish against Iceland on Wednesday evening. Grealish, who can also operate as a winger, was in action for England in their UEFA Nations League Group A2 game against Iceland at Wembley Stadium in London. The 25-year-old started the match and played for 76 minutes, as Gareth Southgate’s side won 4-0. It was Grealish’s third start in a row for the Three Lions, and the attacker did not disappoint. The Villa ace was very entertaining to watch – he won the free-kick on the edge of the Iceland penalty box that led to the opening goal for England and...
