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May62020 by JBNo Comments

Dybala finally recovers from coronavirus after testing positive four times

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Juventus have announced that Paulo Dybala has finally recovered from coronavirus after the Argentine forward tested positive for the virus four times. The 26-year-old has been plagued by the virus for the past six weeks with the player one of the first Juventus players to contract it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); And having been forced to remain in lockdown with his partner Oriana Sabatina, Paulo Dybala is now free to leave his house after testing negative. A statement from Juventus read: "The player underwent a double check, which saw him test negative. • Bundesliga cleared to restart season from 2nd half of May after government approval • FIFA launch investigation into Man Utd deal for Bruno Fernandes "Paulo Dybala performed, as per protocol...

May52020 by JBNo Comments

Juventus confirm talks with Barcelona over Arthur and Miraslem Pjanic swap deal

La Liga, Seria A

Juventus have dealt Manchester United a huge blow by confirming that they are currently in talks with Barcelona over a swap deal involving Pjanic and Arthur Melo. The Red Devils had hoped to sign Bosnian star Pjanic as part of a swap deal for midfielder Paul Pogba. But the 30-year-old looks set to join Barca next term after landing three consecutive titles at Juventus. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Serie A side's chief football officer Fabio Paratici conceded that the Italian champions were in open dialogue with Barcelona but stopped short of naming the specific player. Speaking in an interview with Sky Sport Italia, as reported by Goal, he explained: “We are speaking with them as we are with many top clubs. David Moyes demands Billy Gilmour in...

Apr292020 by JBNo Comments

Dybala tests positive for coronavirus for the 4th time in six weeks

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Juventus forward Paulo Dybala has tested positive for the coronavirus for the fourth time in six weeks, according to recent reports. Dybala confirmed on March 21 that he and his girlfriend Oriana Sabatini had contracted the virus after his first positive test. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to Spanish programme El Chiringuito, The Argentine star has had a total of four tests in six weeks as a result of his initial diagnosis, with his recent one coming back positive. He recently spoke out about fighting the virus, and revealed how he had been struggling to breathe. ● Lionel Messi wants Barcelona to sell Dembele instead of Coutinho ● Ligue 1 season ended after French PM cancels all sporting events until September In the same update he ...

Apr252020 by JBNo Comments

Lampard holds talks with Mertens over Chelsea move

Seria A, Premier League

Frank Lampard has held discussions with Napoli forward Dries Mertens to discuss a possible move to Chelsea, according to reports in Italy. Lampard was keen to improve his attacking options in the January transfer window but the blues were unable to agree a deal for a new striker. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mertens, who has scored 12 goals in 29 games for Napoli this campaign, was on Chelsea’s shortlist. And according to Gianluca Di Marzio, Lampard has not given up hope of signing the Belgian. The report claims that there has been ‘direct contact’ between the blues boss Frank Lampard and Dries Mertens. • Andre Onana opens door to joining Chelsea with transfer hint on Instagram • Chelsea to move for Aubameyang as they believe Arsenal will be fo...

Apr232020 by JBNo Comments

Inter Milan discipline Lukaku over ‘misleading’ coronavirus claims

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Inter Milan have disciplined Romelu Lukaku after the club were left angered by his 'misleading and confusing claims' that '23 out of 25 players' suffered with coronavirus symptoms. Lukaku has now apologised to Inter Milan for comments he made in an interview where he claimed 90 per cent of their squad had suffered coronavirus symptoms in January. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); No members of the Inter squad have confirmed they have had the virus, but in an Instagram Live interview, Lukaku said players returned in January with what appeared to be symptoms. The former Manchester United striker has been spoken to by Inter Milan for his comments, according to AS. And the club do not want to publicly address the issue but they believe Lukaku's comments were ...

Apr212020 by JBNo Comments

Barcelona offer players in bid to sign Lautaro Martinez

Transfer Info, La Liga, Seria A

Barcelona have begun offering players to Italian giants Inter Milan in the hope of striking a part-exchange deal for the signing of Lautaro Martinez. The Argentine forward is one of Barcelona's top targets this summer but the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic means they are unlikely to meet his £97m buy-out clause. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Lautaro is interested in signing for Barcelona and personal terms are not expected to be an issue at all. Talks via intermediaries have been going on for a while and Inter Milan are said to be open to the idea of players in exchange, and had asked for the opportunity to sign Brazil midfielder Arthur - but Barca declined. ● Philippe Coutinho very close to completing Chelsea move ● Atletico respo...

Apr182020 by JBNo Comments

Sarri reveals conflicted relationship with Chelsea players during turbulent reign

Premier League, Seria A

Former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri has revealed how he shared a "conflicted relationship" with his Chelsea team but concedes he misses the Premier League, describing it as "extraordinary". The Italian left after just one campaign in charge of the blues, replacing Massimiliano Allegri as manager at Juventus in June 2019. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sarri had guided Chelsea to their second Europa League trophy with a 4-1 victory over Arsenal in Baku and secured a third-place finish in the Premier League, helping the club qualifying for the Champions League. But it was not always smooth for the 61-year-old. He had a public spat with Kepa Arrizabalaga during the Carabao Cup Final and was left on the brink of the sack after Chelsea's worst-ever defeat in...

Apr152020 by JBNo Comments

Juventus players Rugani and Matuidi recover from coronavirus

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Juventus players Daniele Rugani and Blaise Matuidi have both made a full recovery after initially testing positive for coronavirus, the club have confirmed. French international midfielder Matuidi confirmed he had been diagnosed with the virus on March 18, just a week after it was revealed that defender Rugani had contracted it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Serie A side confirmed both players had undergone swab tests which had come back clean, meaning they no longer need to self-isolate. A club statement read: "Rugani and Matuidi underwent, as per protocol, a double-check with diagnostic tests (swabs) for the coronavirus. The tests came back with negative results. The players have, therefore, recovered and are no longer subjected to the home isol...

Apr132020 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea to make second transfer bid for Dries Mertens

Transfer Info, Premier League, Seria A

Chelsea are set to make their second transfer bid for Napoli forward Dries Mertens this summer after the Belgian backtracked on signing a new deal with his current team. The Belgian was the subject of concrete interest from the London side back in January, but a move failed to happen. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Blues chiefs have now been handed encouragement in their hopes of landing the 32-year-old on a free transfer in the summer, with his current deal with the club set to expire in June. ▪︎ Frank Lampard outlines Chelsea summer transfer plans ▪︎ Ivan Rakitic hits out at Barcelona treatment after failed PSG move ▪︎ Barcelona in danger of bankruptcy as coronavirus crisis and erratic policy takes toll Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport...

Apr112020 by JBNo Comments

Lautaro Martinez’s agent hints at Barcelona move

La Liga, Seria A, Transfer Info

Lautaro Martinez's agent says he has had no talks with Europe's biggest sides about a transfer, though conceded the Inter Milan star would relish the opportunity to play with Lionel Messi. Lautaro's form for the Italian club has seen him linked to Barcelona, Real Madrid and Chelsea, with the Argentine forward having scored 16 goals in 31 games across all competitions. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Indeed, according to reports the Catalans plan to offer the Inter Milan striker a deal worth €10m-a-year as they seek a long-term replacement for Luis Suarez. And his list of admirers includes Messi, who called the 22-year-old "spectacular", while Suarez himself has talked up his possible arrival at Camp Nou. Lautaro Martinez's agent, Alberto Yaque, ...