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Apr162018 by JBNo Comments

Monaco invite bids for Thomas Lemar

Monaco appear to have opened the door for clubs to make move for French Thomas Lemar in the summer. The France international has severally been linked with a move away from Monaco, with Arsenal and Liverpool linked with moves for the 22-year-old. Arsenal made a stunning £92m bid for Lemar in January, as they attempted to replace Alexis Sanchez with him, and he has also been linked with Manchester City. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But, Lemar rejected the move and speculation has since died down regarding his future. Monaco’s vice-president, Vadim Vasiley, spoke to Telefoot about their summer transfer plans, and he appeared to have told interested clubs that they can make a bid when the window reopens. “A few hours after the match against Paris ...

Apr152018 by JBNo Comments

Why Rudiger has been frozen out by Conte

Premier League

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte left out Antonio Rudiger for his team's 3-2 win over Southampton as punishment for his tactical criticism of his side's collapse at against West Ham United last week. The Germany international had been one of Chelsea's standout performers before he was left out of Saturday's comeback victory, with Gary Cahill preferred. Rudiger is understood not to have been rested for the midweek game against Burnley. Conte was happy with his players "great heart" to comeback. "No (there is no injury), it was a tactical decision," Conte told reporters. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); This is just a week after Rudiger's comments appeared to call Chelsea's ability to see out games, after Hernandez's goal denied them a win last week. "I...

Apr142018 by JBNo Comments

Liverpool meet with £87m midfielder’s agent to discuss transfer

Transfer Info, Premier League

Liverpool have begun talks over a summer transfer for Sporting midfielder Bruno Fernandes, according to reports. The 23-year-old has been one of the club’s most important players this season, scoring 13 goals and registering 18 assists in all competitions this season. Fernandes already has four caps for Portugal and his performances this campaign have put him in contention to secure a place in Portugal's squad for the World Cup this summer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Liverpool, however, are looking to add to their midfield options having already agreed a deal to sign Naby Keita this summer. According to O Jogo, Liverpool have been monitoring Fernandes this season and have been impressed with his performances. The report claims that Liverpool...

Apr132018 by JBNo Comments

Torino steward has spleen removed after being hit by Candreva free-kick

Premier League

An Italian football steward had his spleen removed after being struck by a free-kick in Torino's win over Inter Milan last Sunday. Antonio Candreva sent a wayward shot towards goal that flew high over the bar before hitting Marco Rapisarda who was behind the goal. The steward had been facing the other way and had no time to brace himself for the impact of the shot. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He was then taken to hospital after suffering from back pain, and was diagnosed with having a ruptured spleen. According to Sky Sport Italian, in order to stop the internal haemorrhage, the steward had to have his spleen removed. The operation went well but the 25-year-old is still in hospital, though he has been sent gifts from both Torino and Inter Mil...

Apr122018 by JBNo Comments

Max Allegri reveals what Sergio Ramos said to trigger heated bust-up

UEFA, La Liga, Premier League

Suspended Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos argued with Massimiliano Allegri over Wednesday’s controversial penalty decision and could now face another ban. The Spain international watched from the stands as Juventus scored three times at the Bernabeu before coming down to the touchline to try and cheer up his teammates. There was a five-minute delay between the penalty being awarded and Ronaldo scoring the penalty, and Allegri could be seen having an heated argument with Ramos in the dugout in the meantime. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After the match, Allegri explained their disagreement: ‘Ramos said the penalty was “claro” (clear) and I told him: “Not so claro, let’s say grey”. ‘I also told him that in the first leg in the 92nd minute there was ...

Apr112018 by JBNo Comments

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 ...

Apr92018 by JBNo Comments

Fernandinho accuses Klopp of long ball tactics just like United

Premier League, UEFA

Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho has accused Liverpool of being a long-ball team ahead of their important tie with Klopp’s men on Tuesday. City find themselves 3-0 down after a defeat against Liverpool in the first-leg at Anfield, but Fernandinho believes that his side can turn the deficit around. ‘They are a team that like to play long balls,’ he said. ‘They try to keep the players around the middle. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘There’s a feeling of sadness and disappointment because we played really well. But we must turn the page as soon as possible because we have another big challenge on Tuesday. ‘I could tell you many reasons why we didn’t win. At the end of the day, they scored three goals and we scored two, and that’s what counts. W...

Apr92018 by JBNo Comments

Herrera responds to claims he spat at Manchester City crest

Premier League

Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera has shrugged off claims that he intentionally spat at Manchester City’s crest at half-time. Footage showed Herrera spitting on City’s badge as he made his way to the tunnel at the Etihad after goals from Vincent Kompany and Ilkuy Gundogan in the first-half. According to The Telegraph, sources close to City labelled Herrera’s behaviour ‘disrespectful and immature’ after United completed an incredible comeback on Saturday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, the Spaniard is ‘humiliated’ at reports that he spat at City’s crest deliberately. ‘Ander has seen the footage of the incident and is mortified at any suggestion that his actions were deliberate,’ a Manchester United spokesperson said. ‘It was enti...

Apr82018 by JBNo Comments

Rudiger slams team-mates after West Ham draw

Premier League

Antonio Rudiger blasted his Chelsea team-mates for failing to kill another game as Antonio Conte’s team dropped points against West Ham at Stamford Bridge. The Blues were made to rue their missed chances after Javier Hernandez brought the game level, though Cesar Azpilicueta handed them a first-half lead, in what was the first league game Chelsea had failed to win under Conte when being ahead at half-time. Rudiger was unhappy with his team’s forward line for failing to secure the win and he slammed the teammates for letting their level ‘drop’ more. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘I think we begged. We begged for the goal,’ Rudiger told Sky Sports after the game. ‘I think in the second half we can finish the game. But like the last few months we didn...

Apr82018 by JBNo Comments

Pogba needs to deliver consistently – Neville

Premier League

Paul Pogba must start producing match-winning performances on a regular basis for Manchester United, according to Gary Neville. The French midfielder helped Manchester United win 3-2 at the Etihad, with his two goals in quick succession dragging United back from a 2-0 deficit at half-time. "I've said all year, Manchester United are a far better team with Paul Pogba in it. He brings arrogance, confidence and belief," Neville said. "But when you're a player who is signed for that money, when you dance like he does and when you've got hair like he has you have to play well and you have to match it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "It's no good shouting and singing and not playing. You have to play well and he hasn't in the last couple of months and he's...