Jose Bolu

Jul252020 by JBNo Comments

Solskjaer reveals gameplan for Man Utd vs Leicester clash

Premier League

Manchester United head coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said they won't go into their top four showdown with Leicester City aiming for just a draw. Solskjaer has promised to deploy an attacking approach, despite only needing a draw to get a place in next campaign's Champions League. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A win will guarantee a third-place finish for the Red devils and Solskjaer has faith in his team to deliver a good performance. "We have to go into the game with a positive mindset, going there to attack, going there to win the ball, going there on the front foot, defend on the front foot," he told Sky Sports. "We know Leicester are a good side and they're going to pin us back at times and we're going to have to defend our box as well, so s...

Jul252020 by JBNo Comments

Barcelona legend Xavi tests positive for coronavirus

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Barcelona and Spain legend Xavi Hernandez has announced that he has tested positive for Covid-19. The current manager of Qatar Stars League club Al Sadd, explained on Instagram that he wasn’t having any symptoms but will self-isolate until he recovers fully. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Xavi said: “Today I will not be able to accompany my team in the return to official competition. David Prats, reserve coach, will take my place as head of the technical team. “A few days ago, following the QSL protocol, I tested positive in my most recent Covid-19 test. Luckily, I feel perfectly fine, but following the protocol, I will remain isolated until I have overcome it. “When the medical authorities allow me, I will return to my daily routine and work more eag...

Jul252020 by JBNo Comments

Frank Lampard applauds Hakim Ziyech stunning assist in Chelsea training

Premier League

Chelsea supporters are set to enjoy watching Hakim Ziyech next campaign, with Frank Lampard applauding the player after he made an outstanding assist for a goal in training. Chelsea completed a deal to sign Ziyech since February and, despite not being eligible to play for the blues until next season, he has already started taking part in training sessions. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The winger once again took part in training this week, linking up with his teammates, and already looks ready for the 2020/2021 season after a good performance at Cobham. Ziyech took part in a game at Cobhams featuring players who did not partake in the Premier League game against Liverpool in midweek and completely stole the show with an amazing assist. Lampard re...

Jul252020 by JBNo Comments

Klopp finally speaks out on Liverpool’s move to sign Thiago Alcantara

Premier League

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has heaped praises on the club's transfer target Thiago Alcantara though refused to confirm if the Bayern Munich player would be moving to Anfield this summer. The spaniard's contract with the Bundesliga champions will expire next year and he has already asked the club to allow him to leave so he can yake on a new challenge in another country. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Liverpool are reported to be the club interested in his signature, with the 29-year-old already agreeing personal terms and putting his house in Munich for sale after discussions with Jurgen Klopp. Although Klopp is known for not talking about transfer targets publicly, he has once again hailed Thiago Alcantara – though says Liverpool have not made any...

Jul252020 by JBNo Comments

Man Utd to miss out on £70m if they fail to qualify for Champions League

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Manchester United are set to miss out on a huge £70million if they fail to qualify for next campaign's Champions League. The Red devils are in a position to finish in top four ahead of the final matches of the campaign on Sunday, United need at least a draw against Leicester. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); They are currently level on points with Chelsea and only one above Leicester City, but they face a do-or-die clash at the King Power Stadium on Sunday. A defeat to Leicester along with a good result for Chelsea would see United miss out on top four, and the Daily Mail claim this will see them miss out on £70m. It would mean Solskjaer’s side would be playing in the Europa League next campaign, unless they win the competition this year and qualify f...

Jul242020 by JBNo Comments

Lampard regrets swearing at Anfield but accuses Liverpool of ‘crossing the line’

Premier League

Frank Lampard has accused Liverpool of ‘crossing the line’ during the heated touchline bust-up in Chelsea 5-3 defeat against the Reds. Lampard was furious – appearing to Jurgen Klopp to ‘f**k off’ – after Kovacic was penalised for a foul on Sadio Mane, with Alexander-Arnold then getting a goal from it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After the free-kick was awarded to Liverpool, Lampard became angry with the Reds’ assistant Pep Lijnders for telling the fourth official that it was a foul. Lampard then got furious by Klopp’s other assistant coach Peter Krawietz who shouted it was a ‘clear foul’. Leroy Sane all but confirms Kai Havertz’ transfer move to Chelsea Watch: Frank Lampard tells Jurgen Klopp to ‘f*** off’ in heated touchline bust-up ‘I’ve...

Jul242020 by JBNo Comments

Man Utd in talks to sign Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman

Transfer Info, Bundesliga, Premier League

Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Bayern winger Kingsley Coman and have held discussions about the player signing for the club. The Red devils are desperate to strengthen their wide options ahead of next campaign and Coman is on their list, according to The Athletic. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Kingsley Coman is seen as an alternative in the wide position if they are cannot secure a deal to sign primary target, Dortmund's Jadon Sancho. Coman is believed to be interested in joining United whether it’s a permanent or loan deal. He is also keen on linking up with France international teammates Paul Pogba and Anthony. Sancho has been linked with a move to Old Trafford for a while now, but United are likely to face competition for t...

Jul242020 by JBNo Comments

‘Frank has to learn!’ – Klopp fires back at Lampard over ‘arrogant’ jibe

Premier League

Jürgen Klopp has hit back at Frank Lampard for his post-match accusation of ‘arrogance’ against Liverpool, telling him he needs to learn to keep his competitive edge within the 90 minutes of football. Frank Lampard, Jurgen Klopp and members of the Red's backroom staff were involved in a heated row during their midweek Premier League game, which ended in a 5-3 victory for the Premier League champions. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A tackle by Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic on Liverpool's Sadio Mané was the source of the heated argument between the two sides. Klopp says he had no problem with the comments made in the heat of the moment, but was unhappy with the post-match observation by the Chelsea boss. “You cannot hit me and my bench with somethi...

Jul242020 by JBNo Comments

Guardiola slams PFA Player of the Year award and claims Liverpool bias

Premier League

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola claims the PFA Player of the Year award is "always for Liverpool " as he said that he doesn't expect Kevin De Bruyne to win the award. De Bruyne will compete for the award against several players from Liverpool, including Jordan Henderson who won the Football Writers' Player of the Year award on Friday morning. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In the last two years when it has been Manchester City who won the Premier League title, it was still players from Liverpool who won the PFA award. Virgil van Dijk was the winner last campaign when Liverpool missed out to City in the league, and Mohamed Salah pipped Kevin De Bruyne to the award after his superb 2017/18 season in which he scored a total of 44 goals in all compet...

Jul242020 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea identify Jose Gimenez as alternative to Declan Rice transfer

Premier League, La Liga

Chelsea have identified Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez as a possible signing this summer as Frank Lampard looks to solve the defensive issues in the team. But Lampard will need to release at least one defender if he decides to sign a new player in the position, due to the defenders already at the club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Declan Rice is one target which has been scouted by Chelsea, but West Ham do not wish to sell the player. West Ham value Rice at aroud £80m and the possibility of Chelsea trying to send Michy Batshuayi and Ross Barkley to West Ham is not appealing to either player or the Hammers The chances of Chelsea signing Rice could be boosted if he expresses a desire to leave West Ham. However, Atletico defender Gimenez, w...