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Jun42018 by JBNo Comments

Arsenal set to hold talks with Marouane Fellaini over a transfer

Arsenal have launched a shock move to sign United midfielder Marouane Fellaini on a free after he rejected two contract offers to stay at Old Trafford. The thought of Fellaini signing for Arsenal would have seemed impossible under former manager Arsene Wenger because of his age and playing style, but times have changed and the new recruitment team at the club agrees with Emery in his pursuit. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It is believed that Unai Emery had been keen to sign the Belgian when he was the manager of Paris Saint Germain and his representatives are set to meet with club officials this week. The fact he is available on a free is also attractive to Arsenal because they are understood to have a transfer budget of just £50m this summer. Arsenal...

Jun32018 by JBNo Comments

Fred arrives for United medical ahead of £52.5m move

Transfer Info, Premier League

Fred is in Manchester to undergo a medical ahead of completing a transfer to Manchester United, according to Sky Sports. The Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder, who came on as an 82nd-minute substitute in Brazil's 2-0 friendly victory over Croatia at Anfield on Sunday, is set to become Jose Mourinho's first signing of this summer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It was revealed in May that United were in advanced talks to sign the midfielder, who had attracted interest from rival Manchester City in January. The 25-year-old joined Shakhtar from Internacional in 2013 and has since made over 150 appearances for the Ukrainian club. After the win over Croatia, Brazil coach Tite conceded he was not surprised by United's interest in Fred, but wanted the move to be...

Jun32018 by JBNo Comments

Modric tells Neymar that Real Madrid players are ‘waiting for him’ to join

Transfer Info, La Liga

Luka Modric has told Neymar that Real Madrid players are ‘waiting for him’ to make a transfer to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer. The Brazil international returned from his foot injury on Sunday and made an instant impact as he scored a spectacular goal in the 2-0 win over Croatia at Anfield. Reports have claimed that Neymar and his representative are pushing for a transfer to Real Madrid this summer, just one year after moving to PSG in a world-record £198m deal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But the French champions remain adamant that they will not sell their star player. After his comeback on Sunday, Brazil’s national team captured a clip of Neymar exchanging shirts with Modric just outside the dressing rooms at Anfield. And towards the en...

Jun32018 by JBNo Comments

Nabil Fekir’s agent fires warning to Liverpool over transfer

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

Nabil Fekir’s agent has confirmed the interest of Liverpool in signing the Lyon midfielder but warned a deal is not close. Fekir was outstanding for Lyon last campaign - his first as club captain - as he scored 21 goals and also made nine assists in 39 appearances for the club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); That form has attracted the interest of Liverpool, according to Fekir's agent Jean-Pierre Bernes, but he claims talks between the player and the Reds is yet to take place. "Talks with Liverpool will only happen when there is an agreement with Lyon and Jean-Michel Aulas gives the green light," Bernes told French outlet Le Progres. "Liverpool's interest exists, but for now nothing is done. The transfer window is long. Other clubs could show intere...

Jun32018 by JBNo Comments

Ian Wright ‘worried’ for England after Nigeria exposes weakness

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Ian Wright conceded England’s performance against Nigeria was ‘worrying’ despite the fact the Three Lions won the match. England beat Nigeria 2-1 at Wembley in preparation for the World Cup in Russia and were two goals up at half-time. However, A change in formation caused problems among the England team as Nigeria chose to match their opponents man for man in the second half. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nigeria scored early through Alex Iwobi in the second half in part thanks to England dropping back, and Wright said it was a ‘worrying’ sign heading into the World Cup. ‘What was really worrying was when they changed their shape and we went into our shell a little bit. That needs to change,’ Wright said on ITV. ‘We don’t want to do that. In th...

Jun32018 by JBNo Comments

Cristiano Ronaldo has told his teammates he wants Real Madrid exit

Transfer Info, La Liga, Premier League

Cristiano Ronaldo has informed several of his Madrid teammates he wants to quit the Champions League holders this summer, according to reports. The 33-year-old played a crucial role in his team’s third successive Champions League triumph last Saturday as a Gareth Bale brace helped Zidane’s side to a 3-1 victory over Liverpool. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After the match, Ronaldo stole the headlines by fueling rumours over his future, saying: ‘It was very nice to be in Madrid. In the next few days I will give an answer to the fans, who have always been by my side.’ The former Manchester United winger later conceded those comments were ill-advised having been criticised by Sergio Ramos. Marca, however, claims several of his teammates were already a...

Jun32018 by JBNo Comments

Mikel Obi hits out at Conte over lack of respect

Premier League

John Obi Mikel has accused Chelsea manager Antonio Conte of showing a lack of respect as he was forced towards the exits at Stamford Bridge in 2016. The Nigeria international had spent a decade at Chelsea when another change in the dugout brought Antonio Conte to west London. Conte quickly saw Mikel surplus to requirements, despite a loyal servant boasting two Premier League titles, a Champions League crown and Europa League win and three FA cups on an enviable CV. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mikel is unhappy at how his time at the club came to an end, but nevertheless Chelsea still holds a special place in his heart. Mikel told The Sun on his time in England: “Definitely it was the right time [to leave] because when you have a manager who... you...

Jun22018 by JBNo Comments

Abramovich holds talks with ex-Chelsea player about replacing Conte

Transfer Info, Premier League

Chelsea have spoken to Slavisa Jokanovic about taking over from Antonio Conte as manager at the club, according to reports in Italy. Maurizio Sarri was the favourite to take over from Conte at Stamford Bridge but negotiations have broken down with Napoli due to concerns about his past behaviour. According to reports, Luis Enrique is now in pole position for the job, with some reports even claiming that Chelsea are willing to unveil the former Barcelona boss in the coming days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, according to Gianluca Di Marzio, Fulham boss Slavisa Jokanovic has emerged as a possible managerial target for Chelsea. Jokanovic, who helped Fulham to the Premier League with a playoff final win over Aston Villa, held a meeting with Che...

Jun22018 by JBNo Comments

Fred set to have Manchester United medical ahead of £52.2m transfer

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Manchester United believe they have won the race to sign Fred - with the Brazilian now likely to undergo a medical next week. The 25-year-old has been in talks with the club after a January transfer to Manchester City collapsed. It is understood Jose Mourinho feels he has now got the midfielder from Shakhtar Donetsk, for an initial fee of £43m plus add-ons which might take it to £52.2m. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The development comes as City continue in their efforts to land Napoli's Jorginho. It is reported that a fee of around £55m has been agreed although the fact that Napoli have appointed Carlo Ancelotti has caused a delay in the deal. The incoming manager wants to have a look at his squad, although his arrival is unlikely to stop the ...

Jun12018 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea to replace Thibaut Courtois with Alisson

Transfer Info, Premier League, Seria A

Chelsea are likely to sell Thibaut Courtois and are considering making a move for Roma goalkeeper Alisson, according to Sky Sports. The Belgium international has just one year left on his current contract at Stamford Bridge and the Blues have decided to stop negotiations over a renewal. Courtois made 46 appearances for Chelsea last campaign but they missed out on Champions League qualification and manager Antonio Conte's future remains in doubt with Maurizio Sarri linked to the job. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 26-year-old has joined a number of first-team players whose futures are also in doubt at the club, including Willian, who is understood to want to leave the club if Conte remains, with Manchester United mooted as a possible destination. ...