Premier League
Ederson credits Pep Guardiola with improving his game
Ederson has credited Pep Guardiola with making him a better goalkeeper and says the Manchester City boss “sees football in another way” to others. Brazil international Ederson has spent three seasons working under the Catalan coach, playing a key part in two Premier League title successes and four domestic cup triumphs. The 26-year-old is well known for his ability to command the box and start attacks from deep, but he was at fault for both goals in March’s derby defeat to Manchester United. However, Ederson insists that taking risks is something that is expected of him under Guardiola, who he credits for taking his game to the next level. “The role of a goalkeeper in Pep’s team is like the 11th outfield player on the pitch, in terms of the build-up, the pressing,” he told Sky Sports. “I t...
Carlo Ancelotti posts message on Twitter for Everton fans after draw vs Liverpool
Everton managed a 0-0 draw against Premier League leaders Liverpool in the Merseyside derby on Sunday at Goodison Park. It wasn’t an entertaining game as both sides looked very rusty. Also, without fans inside the stadium, both sides failed to raise their tempo. After the match, Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti took to social networking site Twitter to express his reaction. He was pleased with the effort from his players and was happy with the fact that the Toffees created some very good chances. Very satisfied with the work of my team today. We competed well and had some big chances. It’s great to be back. #COYB pic.twitter.com/kSVUh85LiU — Carlo Ancelotti (@MrAncelotti) June 21, 2020 Ancelotti took charge of Everton after Marco Silva was sacked following a 5-2 derby capitulation at Anfi...
Nicolo Schira: Chelsea ‘in the front row’ to sign £90m Man Utd target
According to reliable journalist and transfer expert, Nicolo Schira, Chelsea are in the front row to sign Kai Havertz. Schira claims that a host of mega-rich clubs are keen to sign the 21-year-old midfielder who has impressed this season for Bayer Leverkusen. The journalist claims that the likes of Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich are ‘really’ interested in him, but Chelsea are leading the race for his signature. #Chelsea still in the front row for Kai #Havertz and continue to court him. Also #BayernMunich, #ManUnited and #RealMadrid are really interested in him, but #Blues at the moment lead the race. #transfers #CFC — Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) June 21, 2020 Chelsea are looking to spend big in the summer transfer window. The Blues have already paid £54m to secure the si...
Report: Tottenham receive transfer boost in the race to sign in-demand 18-goal striker
Tottenham Hotspur have received a massive transfer boost in the race to sign Lille striker Victor Osimhen. Lille manager Christophe Galtier has confirmed that the highly-rated Nigerian forward will leave the club at the end of the season. The 21-year-old has scored 18 goals in his debut campaign for the French club. He scored 13 goals in the league and found the net in the Champions League as well. He has been linked with a move to the Premier League with three London clubs – Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur – vying for his signature. Galtier’s latest comments were reported by the Daily Mail, with the Ligue 1 manager confirming that Lille are to lose Osimhen. “Regarding Victor and Gabriel [Magalhaes], yes, I’ve known for a long time that they’re leaving,” he said. “They’re ...
David De Gea on top, Man Utd and Man City lead the pack in highest-paid Premier League stars
With massive foreign investment, bumper broadcast contracts and major sponsorship deals, the Premier League is undoubtedly a big money spinner. England’s top flight is awash with cash and its biggest stars are able to earn amounts of money that the majority of the population can only dream about. For any footballer aiming to boost their earnings, securing a move to one of the Manchester clubs is a great way to achieve that goal. United goalkeeper David de Gea is testament to that fact, with his £375,000 per week salary putting him at the top of the Premier League earnings list. That figure puts him way in front of the next two players in the standings, both of whom currently ply their trade with local rivals City. Kevin De Bruyne’s £320,833 per week salary puts him second on the list, whil...
Peter Schmeichel labels Odion Ighalo a positive surpise at Manchester United
Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel says Odion Ighalo has been a revelation at the club and one of the most positive surprises ever. The Nigeria forward joined the Red Devils on loan from Chinese Super League club Shanghai Shenhua in January and has performed admirably for the Premier League side. The 31-year-old has scored four goals in nine appearances for the club. The former Watford striker will stay with United until January 2021 after his loan deal was extended last May. “I think he (Ighalo) has been one of the most positive surprises ever,” Schmeichel said. “He has been a revelation at the club and everybody has come to like him.” Ighalo was in action for United in Friday’s 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur. He replaced Anthony Martial in the 78th minute of the encounter. Get...
Newcastle to spend €135 million on Italian striker
Newcastle United are working on becoming one of the biggest club’s in England and are ready to spend €135m in total to snap up Italian international, Ciro Immobile, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. The Magpies are close to selling the club to a Saudi investor and the Public Investment Fund willing to make a statement signing. Immobile has scored 27 goals in 26 Serie A matches this term and leads more establish goalscorers like Cristiano Ronaldo and Edin Dzeko. Interestingly, Immobile’s contract with Lazio expires in June 2023 but Italian media have claimed that the club is looking at offering him a new bumper new deal at the Olimpico that will scare away potential buyers. Lazio President Claudio Lotito wants the forward’s contract to be extended until 2025 and is prepared to offer €4m...
‘New scrutiny’: Reliable journalist provides latest update on NUFC takeover after WTO statement
The World Trade Organisation has released a statement today where they have stated that Saudi Arabia was behind a pirate satellite TV and streaming service that illegally broadcast sporting events. Piracy is a serious concern and it remains to be seen how it affects the Premier League’s decision on the proposed Newcastle United takeover. The 125-page WTO decision has clearly pointed out that there is comprehensive evidence that the illegal beoutQ service was promoted and supported by the Saudi government. Although there was no reference of PIF or Newcastle United in their report, the latest report could have huge bearings on the takeover. The Financial Times editor, Murad Ahmed has tweeted: Breaking: The £300m Saudi Arabia-led takeover of Newcastle United football club faces new scrut...
Shocking statistics reveal Marcus Rashford, Paul Pogba’s importance
Hearing the cliche of a player returning from a long-term injury feeling like a new signing will ring true for Manchester United fans but not with just one player. Both Marcus Rashford and Paul Pogba are now fit and ready for action having missed a sizeable chunk of the season. It’s safe to say the dynamic duo are returning at the perfect time for United, with many hoping they can lead the team to a top-four spot in the campaign’s run-in. Rashford has been talismanic for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Pogba has always helped the team play better than they normally do. The statistics speak for themselves for the productive pair and the Red Devils look stronger and stronger by the day for it. Having both goal-contributors return for Manchester United at an incredibly crucial time can only be a goo...
Nantes complete signing of Liverpool’s central midfielder
French club Nantes have completed the signing of Premier League giants Liverpool’s central midfielder Pedro Chirivella. The former Spain U17 international is now set to leave the Anfield club on a free transfer once his contract with the current European champions comes to an end on June 30. Liverpool announced the decision on their official website in a lengthy statement where the club wished Chirivella the best for the future. “Liverpool FC can confirm Pedro Chirivella is set to join French side Nantes upon the expiration of his contract at the end of this month,” read the statement. “Everybody at Liverpool FC thanks Pedro for his contribution to the club and wishes him the best of luck in his future career.” Nantes had a difficult time in the Ligue 1’s 2019-20 campaign where they finish...
Report: What club insider has said about £40m rumour and West Ham United
According to Claret&Hugh, West Ham United do not have any interest in signing Michy Batshuayi from Chelsea in the summer transfer window. It has been claimed that a ‘senior club insider’ has said that speculation linking Batshuayi with a move to West Ham is ‘completely stupid’. The report has added that the same senior club insider has said that the Hammers have no money to complete such a deal. The Express reported at the weekend that West Ham are leading the race for the Belgium international. Newcastle and Crystal Palace are also in the race, with Chelsea looking for £40 million as transfer fee for the 26-year-old, according to the report. Leaving Chelsea West Ham may not have any interest in Batshuayi, but it does seem likely that the striker will leave the Blues this summer. After...
Olivier Giroud explains decision to extend Chelsea stay
Getty Images Olivier Giroud has opened up on his decision to extend his stay at Chelsea, outlining his plans to “keep winning trophies” and show Frank Lampard “he can count on me”. Giroud completed a surprise move to Chelsea from Arsenal back in January 2018, and has since scored 21 goals in 76 outings for the club across all competitions. The World Cup winner played a key role in the Blues’ run to glory in the Europa League last season, but fell down the squad pecking order after Lampard was drafted in to replace Maurizio Sarri in the Stamford Bridge hot seat. Tammy Abraham has served as Chelsea’s first-choice centre-forward throughout the 2019-20 campaign, with Giroud restricted to just nine Premier League appearances in total. The 33-year-old was tipped to leave the club in January amid...
