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Apr232018 by JBNo Comments

Roma confirm Liverpool are trying to complete the transfer of Alisson

Liverpool are attempting to complete the transfer of Alisson but Roma are not willing to sell, according to the club president James Pallotta. The Reds have long been linked with the Brazilian, with Real Madrid also mooted as a possible destination for Alisson. Roma will play Liverpool in the Champions League semi-final, with the first leg taking place at Anfield on Tuesday, but they also look set to face-off in the summer transfer window. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, Pallotta is confident that Alisson won’t move to the Premier League. ‘I am not going to sell him,’ the Roma chief told Sky. ‘Liverpool want to sign him and we are on very good terms with him. ‘I am sure we will receive some huge offers this summer. ‘We don’t want to s...

Apr192018 by JBNo Comments

Klopp reveals he told his players to train naked

Premier League, UEFA

All the hype has centred on Mohamed Salah, which Jurgen Klopp highlighted to his players before their clash against Manchester City. Jurgen Klopp jokingly told his team to train naked before their Champions League second leg quarter-final game against Manchester City as all eyes would be on Mohamed Salah. Salah has enjoyed a scintillating debut season at Anfield, helping Liverpool reach the Champions League semi-finals with 40 goals in all competitions since arriving from Roma. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Salah has scored 30 goals in the Premier League as he leads the Golden Boot race, while he was named in the PFA Premier League Team of the Year and is also among nominees for PFA player of the year. Discussing the hype on the Egyptian, who scor...

Apr172018 by JBNo Comments

Liverpool and Tottenham to benefit from Manchester City title win

Premier League

Liverpool and Tottenham will both gain from Manchester City’s Premier League title victory due to clauses they inserted in the transfers of Raheem Sterling and Kyle Walker. City were confirmed as champions of England on Sunday after Manchester United suffered a shock defeat to West Brom at home. The result left City 16 points clear of United with still five games to play – making it the joint earliest a side has ever won the Premier League. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, The Times reported that three recent transfers included clauses should Manchester City win the Premier league. Tottenham are due the biggest windfall, with City’s title victory triggering a £1.5m payment inserted into the deal to sign Kyle Walker. Raheem Sterling also wo...

Apr162018 by JBNo Comments

Monaco invite bids for Thomas Lemar

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

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 ...

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...

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

Liverpool offer Marouane Fellaini a three-year deal

Transfer Info

Liverpool are interested in signing Marouane Fellaini and have offered the Belgian a three-year deal, according to L’Equipe. The Belgium international has endured a mixed spell at Manchester United since joining in 2013 and has helped the club to win the FA Cup and Europa League, but is yet to hit the form he was known for at Everton. His spell at Old Trafford seems to be coming to an end, however he is expected to leave as he had rejected several offers to stay at the club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A number of European teams are reported to be interested in his services, but L’Equipe claim Liverpool have moved to sign the 30-year-old and even offered him a contract. Fellaini was unable to play a single game for United in February due to inju...

Apr72018 by JBNo Comments

Rooney blasts ‘bulls**t’ Allardyce after early sub against Liverpool

Premier League

Wayne Rooney was seen furious with coach Sam Allardyce after being substituted early in Everton’s draw with Liverpool. The former England international struggled to perform for Everton in central midfield and Allardyce decided to replace him with Gueye after just 57 minutes. And Wayne Rooney made his unhappiness clear as he walked towards the dugout. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sam Allardyce had his hand outstretched towards former United player but he continued to walk straight to the bench. Television cameras caught Rooney saying ‘bulls**t’ shortly after he sat on Everton’s bench. Everton still remain ninth in the table after the draw at Goodison Park, although they had opportunities to win the game. After the game, Allardyce's response t...

Apr52018 by JBNo Comments

Jurgen Klopp gives update on Mo Salah’s injury in City win

Premier League

Mohamed Salah told Jurgen Klopp that he was not concerned about his injury after Liverpool’s 3-0 Champions League win over Manchester City. The Egypt international scored his 38th goal of the season to help Liverpool to a 3-0 win at Anfield but was subbed off in the second-half. The forward was seen holding his groin before being checked by the medical team and went straight down the tunnel. Though the 25-year-old later returned to sit with his teammates. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Liverpool face Everton on Saturday, before going to the Etihad for the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final. Asked whether Salah suffered a groin injury, Klopp told BT Sport: ‘I hope not… he said to me immediately after the game: “all fine, all good”. ...

Apr32018 by JBNo Comments

Joel Matip to miss the rest of the season with a thigh injury

Premier League

Liverpool defender Joel Matip is expected to miss the rest of the season for Liverpool with a thigh injury. He suffered the injury in Liverpool's 2-1 Premier League win over Crystal Palace and the club have confirmed that he will require surgery. A statement on the club's website read: "Joel Matip is likely to require an operation on a thigh injury, Liverpool can confirm. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "The centre-back sustained the issue during Saturday's 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. "Matip was able to complete the full 90 minutes of the fixture, but afterwards medical assessment on the thigh revealed surgery is expected to be required to correct the problem. "The operation is likely to end the 26-year-old's involvement in t...