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Claudio Ranieri hits out at Arsenal players after Watford defeat

Claudio Ranieri hits out at Arsenal players after Watford defeat

Premier League
Claudio Ranieri has accused Arsenal’s players of their lack of respect after they refused to give the ball back to Watford in the build up to Emile Smith Rowe’s goal. The Gunners have moved up to fifth in the Premier League with a 1-0 win over Watford at the Emirates Stadium. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But Arsenal’s goal was a controversial one as Danny Rose had initially put the ball out of play so that his teammate Ozan Tufan could receive treatment. Ronaldo ‘alarmed’ as Bruno Fernandes questions Solskjaer after Man City defeat Pep Guardiola explains how he made Cristiano Ronaldo ‘suffer’ in Manchester derby Antonio Conte waited ‘until the last moment’ for Man Utd to sack Solskjaer But, Arsenal continued to play on from the throw-in inst...
Man Utd make transfer enquiry to sign Watford winger Ismaila Sarr

Man Utd make transfer enquiry to sign Watford winger Ismaila Sarr

Transfer Info, Premier League
Manchester United have made an approach to sign Watford star Ismaila Sarr as their hopes of signing Jadon Sancho from Dortmund continue to fade. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made the England international his top target for this summer window but the Red Devils have been unable to agree a fee for the 20-year-old winger. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Dortmund have repeatedly said that Sancho will remain in the Bundesliga, while United are reluctant to pay the £110m that may tempt the Bundesliga side to complete a deal. With the summer window set to close next week – and Solskjaer still keen to impove the right-wing position – Manchester United have now made an enquiry for Sarr, according to the Daily Telegraph. Sarr has impressed at Watford since his £25m t...
Man Utd open talks to sign Ismaila Sarr from Watford

Man Utd open talks to sign Ismaila Sarr from Watford

Premier League, Transfer Info
Manchester United have reportedly opened talks to sign Watford winger Ismaila Sarr with a deal for Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho looking unlikely. Sancho has been United’s main target throughout the transfer window but the German side are refusing to lower their £108m asking price and with three weeks left in the transfer window, they have scoured the market for other options. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Gareth Bale was identified as a target but he chose to sign for former club Tottenham on a season-long loan, while Bayern want to keep hold of Kinglsey Coman. That has led United to consider Sarr and the Independent report that discussions have been held with the Watford star's representatives. The 22-year-old signed for the Hornets for a fee of aro...
Watford demand £40m for Liverpool to sign Ismaila Sarr

Watford demand £40m for Liverpool to sign Ismaila Sarr

Transfer Info, Premier League
Liverpool are the frontrunners to sign Watford forward Ismaila Sarr, but they have slapped a £40m price tag on the player, according to reports. Sarr is attracting huge transfer interest this summer after Watford’s relegation from the Premier League, but they are determined not to let the player leave the club on the cheap. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watford paid £30m to sign Sarr last year and the Evening Standard claim they will demand £40m for his signature this summer. Crystal Palace and Wolves are also looking to sign the winger, but Liverpool have emerged as the leading team to land him. But, the Premier League champions are not expected to sanction any big-money moves and already have issues with transfer fees. Liverpool hoped to sign No...
Troy Deeney calls reporter ‘cheeky b*stard’ after retirement question

Troy Deeney calls reporter ‘cheeky b*stard’ after retirement question

Premier League
Watford captain Troy Deeney called a reporter a "cheeky b*stard" after he was asked if he would be retiring after his club's relegation. The 32-year-old scored a penalty for Watford but could not help his team beat relegation as they were defeated 3-2 by Arsenal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Though, he conceded he may have played his last match for the club, before he was asked if he would hang up his boots by the Sky Sports reporter. "I'm not that old you cheeky b******," Troy Deeney said lightheartedly, before saying: "Sorry, sorry." As Watford fell short of survival at the Emirates, the club’s captain said: “If it is my time to go, it's my time to go.” Owner Gino Pozzo and chairman Scott Duxbury's first task is to be on the lookout their fou...
Watford players refuse to train as club confirm three positive coronavirus tests

Watford players refuse to train as club confirm three positive coronavirus tests

Premier League
Several more Watford stars are refusing to train after the club provided three of the six positive coronavirus cases in the Premier League. Troy Deeney said he would not be reporting for training on Tuesday as he did not feel safe to return amid concerns for his son's health, who has had issues with breathing, and over the risk of catching the virus to BAME males.  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Premier League players and staff underwent testing over Sunday and Monday at their bases before returning to training and six results came back positive from a total of 748 tests. More players have now joined Deeney's stance after they were informed on Tuesday that one player and two members of the club's staff were diagnosed with the virus. Those who have b...
Deeney reveals Watford targeted United star Fred as a weakness

Deeney reveals Watford targeted United star Fred as a weakness

Premier League, Trending
Deeney explained how Watford targeted Fred as a weak link in the team Troy Deeney has revealed that Watford players targeted Manchester United's Fred in their recent Premier League game, though praised the player for always trying to be positive. The clubs faced off at the end of February, with United winning 3-0 to avenge their defeat at Vicarage Road, though the they had several excellent chances in the first half and thought they had scored only for VAR to rule out Deeney’s goal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Watford captain says the team felt they could get chances on the break if they pressed Fred – who has enjoyed a good season – saying he took too long on the ball. Asked which players made a difference for the Red devils in the second ma...
VAR chiefs apologise following Dele Alli blunder

VAR chiefs apologise following Dele Alli blunder

Premier League
The company supplying Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in the Premier League has apologised after an error during Tottenham's 1-1 draw with Watford. Spurs midfielder Dele Alli salvaged a point for Tottenham four minutes from time, cancelling out Abdoulaye Doucoure's goal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However referee Christopher Kavanagh called for a VAR check for a suspected handball to ensure a right decision is made. Kavanagh signalled for a goal after the review, but a graphic error from the base at Stockley Park triggered a message of 'No Goal' on the big screen in the stadium. The situation caused confusion among both sets of fans - and the company, Hawk-Eye Innovations, has vowed to work alongside the Premier League to ensure the...
Manchester United join Chelsea and Everton in race to sign £40m Richarlison

Manchester United join Chelsea and Everton in race to sign £40m Richarlison

Transfer Info, Premier League
Manchester United are keeping tabs on Richarlison with Mourinho interested in signing the Watford attacker if Anthony Martial leaves the club in the summer. According to Sky Sports, United are monitoring the Brazilian ahead of a possible move when the transfer window re-opens at the end of the season. Richarlison would be seen as a direct replacement for Martial if the Frenchman decides to leave the Red Devils. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mourinho will be in the market for a replacement for Martial after news broke that the Frenchman rejected a new contract offer. Richarlison started his debut Premier League season in good form by scoring five goals in his first 12 matches. However despite not scoring in recent games since November — Mourinho ...
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