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Dec42021 by JBNo Comments

Ronaldo to miss Rangnick debut after ‘injuring knee during celebration’ vs Arsenal

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Cristiano Ronaldo is a doubt for Manchester United’s clash with Crystal Palace on Sunday with a knee issue, according to reports. All eyes will be on Ralf Rangnick with the new interim manager taking charge of his first game but he could be without the Portugal international. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The five-time Ballon d’Or winner scored two goals in the 3-2 victory over Arsenal on Thursday as he reached the 800 career goals milestone. But according to The Sun, Ronaldo injured his knee during the game and some United sources feel it came as a result of his iconic ‘SIUU’ celebration, which sees him jump high while spinning before landing with his hands down by his side. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ronaldo ...

Dec42021 by JBNo Comments

Thomas Tuchel reveals why he sold Kurt Zouma to West Ham

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Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has given the real reason Kurt Zouma left the club for West Ham United last summer transfer window. Zouma, who moved to Stamford Bridge in the summer of 2014 under Jose Mourinho’s regime, hardly cements his place in the heart of Chelsea’s defence under a number of managers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The France international spent time out on loan at the likes of Stoke City, Saint-Etienne and Everton in order to get his career right back on track. Zouma had started to make huge progress under former Chelsea head coach, Frank Lampard, but after he was sacked in January, he struggled to win the faith of Tuchel. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Frenchman was left out of the team whic...

Dec42021 by JBNo Comments

Tuchel considering new position for Saul Niguez at Chelsea

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Thomas Tuchel has revealed that he is open to the possibility of deploying Saul Niguez at left wing-back position for Chelsea. The Spain international has been unable to make an impact since completing his surprise loan move from Atletico Madrid in the latter stages of the summer transfer window. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Saul has started just four matches for Chelsea this campaign and he was brought off at the break in the 2-1 win over Watford on Wednesday. Bruno Fernandes explains why he was ‘mad’ at Michael Carrick Michael Carrick explains decision to leave Man Utd after Arsenal win The Blues face the prospect of being without Ben Chilwell for the rest of the campaign as he may require knee ligament surgery, which means they are now heavi...

Dec42021 by JBNo Comments

Ralf Rangnick reveals talks with Carrick before his Man Utd exit

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Ralf Rangnick has revealed he held talks to convince Michael Carrick to ‘stay on board’ at Manchester United, but was forced to accept his decision to step aside as he ‘needed a break’. The 63-year-old held his opening press conference as United’s interim boss and discussed a number of topics including his playing style, Cristiano Ronaldo’s role in his setup and the January window. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); There remains uncertainty over the coaching staff Rangnick will employ for the second half of the season after Carrick announced his exit after United’s 3-2 win over Arsenal. Tuchel considering new position for Saul Niguez at Chelsea Zlatan Ibrahimovic names the greatest player ever The former England player said it was ‘100 per cent’ his...

Dec32021 by JBNo Comments

Bruno Fernandes explains why he was ‘mad’ at Michael Carrick

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Bruno Fernandes says he sees a ‘great future’ for departing Manchester United legend Michael Carrick, but concedes he was ‘mad’ with his now former coach during the early stages of his caretaker reign. The 40-year-old announced his exit after last night’s 3-2 victory over Arsenal at Old Trafford, a win which signalled the end of a three-match tenure during which he has steadied the ship after the sacking of Solskjaer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Carrick had impressed during his short stint and made some bold selection decisions. The former United player dropped Cristiano Ronaldo to the bench for the game at Chelsea and also took Fernandes out of his starting lineup for the key Champions League group stage match at Villarreal 10 days ago. Frank Lampa...

Dec32021 by JBNo Comments

Frank Lampard feared meeting Man Utd star after criticism

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Frank Lampard concedes he was worried about meeting Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba having criticised him on TV. Being one of the biggest players in world football, Pogba’s performances are often assessed in the media and he has been criticised for his below par displays in recent years amid the club’s struggles. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Lampard was one of several pundits to have given his honest view on the player when the former Chelsea player was working in the media before moving into management. Zlatan Ibrahimovic names the greatest player ever Tuchel explains why he subbed off Saul Niguez during Chelsea’s victory over Watford Joe Cole names Chelsea’s most important player under Tuchel He has now opened up on the difficulty ...

Dec32021 by JBNo Comments

Michael Carrick explains decision to leave Man Utd after Arsenal win

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Michael Carrick has stepped down from his position at Manchester United after guiding them to a victory over Arsenal. The former United midfielder has been in caretaker charge since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s sacking just last month. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He successfully led United to a win over Villarreal before picking up a draw against Chelsea and a 3-2 win over Arsenal on Thursday evening. Having served as First Team Coach under Solskjaer, and previously Jose Mourinho, many felt he would be staying on to work under interim manager Ralf Rangnick. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But the 40-year-old coach says he now feels it’s the right time for him to step away from his duties. Carrick said: ‘My time at thi...

Dec22021 by JBNo Comments

Joe Cole names Chelsea’s most important player under Tuchel

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Joe Cole believes N’Golo Kante is Chelsea’s most important player but even if he’s injured the London club can cope without him. The Blues take on Watford this evening looking to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League and Tuchel made six changes to the starting lineup that drew with Manchester United last time out. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Christensen, Christian Pulisic, Saul Niguez, Mason Mount, Cesar Azpilicueta and Kai Havertz all started the game while Jorginho, Timo Werner and Thiago Silva are among those dropped to the bench. Tuchel explains why he subbed off Saul Niguez during Chelsea’s victory over Watford Tuchel issues Christensen with Chelsea contract ultimatum Lionel Messi’s classy message to Mo Salah after he was ‘ro...

Dec22021 by JBNo Comments

Tuchel explains why he subbed off Saul Niguez during Chelsea’s victory over Watford

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Thomas Tuchel has explained why he subbed off Saul Niguez during Chelsea’s Premier League game against Watford and says the decision was for ‘tactical reasons’. Saul, who joined the Blues on loan from Atletico Madrid over the summer, was handed only his second Premier League start on Wednesday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But the Spain international struggled in the first half as Emmanuel Dennis cancelled out Mason Mount’s opening goal and was replaced by Thiago Silva at the break. Thiago Silva names Chelsea academy star as ‘the future of the club’ Cristiano Ronaldo aims dig at Lionel Messi over Ballon d’Or win WATCH: Arsenal’s Gabriel fights off thieves with baseball bats trying to steal £45k car Saul was also taken off at half-time on his...

Dec22021 by JBNo Comments

Thiago Silva names Chelsea academy star as ‘the future of the club’

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Chelsea defender Thiago Silva has heaped praises on Trevoh Chalobah and believes the 22-year-old is the future of the club. Chalobah impressed Thomas Tuchel during Chelsea’s pre-season and was given his surprise first-team debut against La Liga giants Villarreal in the Super Cup in August. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 22-year-old has quickly established himself as a regular in the first-team under Tuchel, playing 12 matches in all competitions so far this campaign. And Silva believes his fellow defender will be important at Chelsea for years to come. ‘He is a player despite being so young who plays like an experienced professional,’ Silva told Chelsea TV. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘And that makes me reall...