Arsenal target Mikel Merino would prefer to stay in Spain as the Gunners and Barcelona battle for the Spain international’s signature, according to reports. Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen his midfield options this summer with Merino firmly on the club’s radar. Arsenal would typically target young players to bolster the squad but such is […]
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Chelsea announce they’ve signed Olympic football star who has ‘amazing talent’
Chelsea have confirmed they’ve signed Olympic football star Caleb Wiley from Atlanta United, who is a 19-year-old defender with ‘amazing talent’. That’s according to his former manager Gonzalo Pineda – a huge fan of United States international Wiley – who will feature at the Paris Games this summer. ‘What I see from Caleb is this […]
Dan Ashworth sets out Manchester United targets in message to fans
New Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth has laid out his targets for the club in a message to supporters. The 53-year-old has arrived from Newcastle United in a complete revamp of the Red Devils footballing hierarchy, with Omar Berrada coming in as chief executive, and Jason Wilcox as technical director. Erik ten Hag is […]
Bayern Munich respond to Manchester United bid for Matthijs de Ligt
Bayern Munich have rejected Manchester United’s opening bid for Netherlands defender Matthijs de Ligt, according to reports in Germany. United are interested in signing the 24-year-old despite already bringing French centre-back Leny Yoro to Old Trafford this summer. Manchester United released Raphael Varane at the end of the season and sold Willy Kambwala to Spanish […]
Joey Barton reacts to being charged by police over vile Eni Aluko tweets
Joey Barton has been charged with making ‘malicious communications’ towards ex-England star and football pundit Eni Aluko. The former Premier League footballer, who spent most of his career at Manchester City and won one cap for England, will appear in court later this month. Cheshire Police said the charges concerned messages sent by the 41-year-old […]
‘Selfish’ Lionel Messi accused of ‘not caring about racism’ by ex-Premier League striker
Ex-England striker Carlton Cole has branded Lionel Messi ‘selfish’ and says his silence on the Argentina racism row suggests he ‘does not care’ about the issue. Enzo Fernandez faces disciplinary action from Chelsea and FIFA after posting a video on social media that the French Football Federation said included ‘racist and discriminatory’ language. The £107m […]
Arsenal’s £55m star becomes top transfer target for Saudi club Al-Ahli
Arsenal’s £55m star forward Gabriel Jesus and Tottenham’s Richarlison have reportedly become top targets for Al-Ahli in the summer transfer window. Jesus currently has a market value of €65m (£55m) according to Transfermarkt, and it was reported back in May that Arsenal were very much open to offers. The Gunners splashed out £45m to sign […]
Illia Zabarnyi explains Arsenal transfer snub after signing new Bournemouth deal
Illia Zabarnyi has explained his decision to sign a new contract at AFC Bournemouth despite being linked to Arsenal in the summer transfer window. Zabarnyi has established himself as one of the most impressive young defenders in the Premier League after just one full top-flight season at the Vitality Stadium. It emerged a few days […]
Chelsea urged to re-sign former player ahead of Premier League rivals
Chelsea have been urged to hijack West Ham’s move for N’Golo Kante and bring their former player back to Stamford Bridge. West Ham have expressed interest in signing Kante, who spent last season at Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad after ending his seven-year spell at Chelsea. Kante enjoyed much personal and collective success in west […]
Antony’s agent gives update on his future as Man Utd put six players up for sale
The agent of Brazilian winger Antony has responded to claims he could leave Manchester United this summer. Recent reports have suggested United are open to sending Antony out on loan in the hope he will revive his stuttering career and return to Old Trafford in better form and with more confidence. Much was expected of […]