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Cesc Fabregas names his toughest ever opponent

Cesc Fabregas names his toughest ever opponent

Ligue 1
Cesc Fabregas has come up against many good players in his career, having enjoyed memorable spells with Arsenal, Chelsea, Barcelona and for the Spain national team, but feels Steven Gerrard stands out as the toughest opponent he has faced. Fabregas is still playing for Monaco in French Ligue 1, but he remembers his days in the Premier League for Arsenal and Chelsea as when he met his fiercest opposition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); During a Twitter Q&A the 34-year-old was asked who his toughest opponent as an Arsenal player was and he answered: ‘Steven Gerrard.’ While the question was only limited to his Arsenal career, it also goes for his Chelsea days because he has hailed Gerrard as his toughest opponent in the past.      (adsbygoogle = ...
Man Utd duo angered by Solskjaer & seeking assurances over their futures

Man Utd duo angered by Solskjaer & seeking assurances over their futures

Premier League
Manchester United players Eric Bailly and Donny van de Beek have been left angered at being outcasted by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, according to reports. The United pair have hardly played under the Norwegian coach and are now seeking assurances over their futures at Old Trafford, according to The Sun. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Van de Beek has started just two matches in all competitions this campaign along with one substitute appearance in the Premier League. Jermaine Defoe names the favourites to win the Premier League this season Man Utd coaching staff ‘irritated’ by Solskjaer’s training ground decision Sir Alex Ferguson’s choice to replace Solskjaer if Man Utd sack manager Despite the Red devils crying out for more creativity in midfield, ...
Cesc Fabregas says ‘fed up’ Chelsea player is being overlooked by teammates

Cesc Fabregas says ‘fed up’ Chelsea player is being overlooked by teammates

Premier League
Former Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas has suggested Timo Werner is being hampered by his teammates’ inability to spot his runs, with the player looking ‘fed up’ as a result. The Germany international arrived at the club last summer in a £47.5m move from RB Leipzig, though after netting 28 goals in the Bundesliga, he managed only six in his maiden season in the Premier League. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Werner was guilty of missing a number of chances, which ultimately prompted Chelsea to fork out another £97.5m on Romelu Lukaku to provide a finishing touch up front. His struggles have continued this campaign, netting just once in seven league games so far in a 3-1 win over Southampton, while he has played just 44 minutes in the Champions League...
Romelu Lukaku was thinking about Chelsea move while at Man Utd

Romelu Lukaku was thinking about Chelsea move while at Man Utd

Premier League
Romelu Lukaku was already thinking about a move to Chelsea during his final campaign at Manchester United, the striker’s agent has revealed. The Belgium international returned to Stamford Bridge last summer after Chelsea agreed to meet Inter Milan’s £97m asking price for the player. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It’s not the first time the London club have tried to re-sign Lukaku, as Antonio Conte was interested in signing Lukaku in 2017. But, Lukaku chose to join Jose Mourinho’s Manchester United in a £75million deal from Everton.      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But Lukaku spent just only seasons at the club and he lost form and confidence during his final campaign at Old Trafford, only for Conte to cure his probl...
Jermaine Defoe names the favourites to win the Premier League this season

Jermaine Defoe names the favourites to win the Premier League this season

Premier League
Jermaine Defoe has named his favourite team to win the Premier League this season as Chelsea, Liverpool and Man City look to pull clear of their domestic rivals. Chelsea have won seven of their nine league matches this campaign to sit top of the table on 22 points. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Blues have thrived since Thomas Tuchel took over from Frank Lampard as manager and thrashed Norwich City 7-0 to consolidate their position at the top of the league. Romelu Lukaku was thinking about Chelsea move while at Man Utd John Barnes fires warning to Liverpool against handing Mo Salah a new deal Man Utd coaching staff ‘irritated’ by Solskjaer’s training ground decision Liverpool, who won the title in 2020, are one point behind Chelsea and loo...
John Barnes fires warning to Liverpool against handing Mo Salah a new deal

John Barnes fires warning to Liverpool against handing Mo Salah a new deal

Premier League
John Barnes says Mohamed Salah is the best player in the world but Liverpool should be wary of handing him a new long-term contract. The Egyptian star is in the form of his life and has 15 goals to his name this campaign, including an hat-trick against Manchester United on Sunday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Salah’s contract situation has dominated headlines recently with the player yet to commit his future to the Reds despite his current deal running until 2023. Kepa sends message to Tuchel over Edouard Mendy & Chelsea no.1 spot Man Utd coaching staff ‘irritated’ by Solskjaer’s training ground decision Lionel Messi tells Barcelona his pick to replace Ronald Koeman But at 29 years of age Barnes is unsure the Merseyside club should be ha...
Kepa sends message to Tuchel over Edouard Mendy & Chelsea no.1 spot

Kepa sends message to Tuchel over Edouard Mendy & Chelsea no.1 spot

Premier League
Chelsea keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga says he’s ‘ready’ to take his chance to stake his claim to be the club’s number one when Edouard Mendy leaves for the Africa Cup of Nations in January. Mendy replaced the Spanish star as Chelsea’s first choice after his arrival from Rennes in 2020, with Kepa being reduced to playing only in cup competitions. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Chelsea made Kepa their most expensive signing in 2018 when they signed him for a fee of around £71millon from Athletic Bilbao. But, he struggled to adapt to life in England and Frank Lampard chose to sign Mendy in 2020, with the Senegal international helping the club’s defence.      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But Mendy could be missing for a month i...
Cristiano Ronaldo urges Man Utd players to support Solskjaer

Cristiano Ronaldo urges Man Utd players to support Solskjaer

Premier League
Cristiano Ronaldo is urging the Manchester United team to support Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and not down tools during the ongoing crisis at the club. Solskjaer is under huge pressure following the shocking 5-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday evening. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After that defeat, reports have claimed several players are questioning whether the Norwegian is the right man to lead the club with concerns over his tactical acumen. Tuchel rates Saul Niguez’s dsiplay in Chelsea’s win over Southampton Paul Scholes names favourites for Premier League title this season PSG defender Marquinhos speaks out on “blocked” Chelsea transfer talks United have complied a four-man list of possible replacements topped by Antonio Conte but Solskjaer see...
Lionel Messi tells Barcelona his pick to replace Ronald Koeman

Lionel Messi tells Barcelona his pick to replace Ronald Koeman

La Liga
Lionel Messi has endorsed Barcelona’s push to make Xavi their new manager after the exit of Ronald Koeman, according to reports. Koeman was sacked by Barcelona on Wednesday night after the team’s disappointing start to the campaign. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The La Liga giants have recorded just four wins from 10 matches in La Liga this season, while in the Champions League group stage they have been beaten by Bayern and Benfica. Sir Alex Ferguson’s choice to replace Solskjaer if Man Utd sack manager Paul Scholes names favourites for Premier League title this season Man Utd player criticizes Solskjaer for making Harry Maguire captain in heated meeting The 1-0 defeat away to Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday sealed Koeman’s fate and Barcelona ar...
Man Utd coaching staff ‘irritated’ by Solskjaer’s training ground decision

Man Utd coaching staff ‘irritated’ by Solskjaer’s training ground decision

Premier League
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is 'irritating' members of his Manchester United coaching staff by delegating the most of his responsibilities elsewhere. Solskjaer faces a huge battle to keep his job as United manager after Sunday's 5-0 defeat against Liverpool at Old Trafford. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Reports in Italy suggest United chiefs are already eyeing Antonio Conte as a possible replacement, making contact with the former Chelsea and Inter Milan head coach twice this week. Paul Scholes names favourites for Premier League title this season Man Utd board disagree over Pochettino & Antonio Conte And if they learn of concerns over Solskjaer's laid-back approach in training, club officials may be tempted to pull the trigger and sign Conte soone...
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