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Aug302018 by JBNo Comments

‘Why isn’t Ronaldo retiring?’ – Platini questions ‘odd’ Juventus transfer

Cristiano Ronaldo’s €112 million transfer from Real Madrid to Juventus is considered to be “odd” by former Bianconeri player Michel Platini. Despite now being 33 years of age, the Portugal international remains one of the most recognisable and fearsome forward in world football. For that reason, the reigning Serie A champions were prepared to spend big bringing the five-time Ballon d’Or winner to Italy this summer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ronaldo’s sporting and commercial appeal remains without question, but Platini was still shocked to see him swap a standing as undoubted team talisman in Real Madrid for a new start in Turin. The ex-France international, who spent five years with Juve in his playing days, told L’Equipe : "I think it's odd th...

Aug292018 by JBNo Comments

REVEALED: How Real Madrid hijacked Mariano’s move to Sevilla

Transfer Info, La Liga

On Wednesday Mariano Diaz rejoined Real Madrid , making the transfer just before Friday's close of the transfer window in Spain, leaving Sevilla furious. Having risen through the Blancos youth ranks but failing to secure a starting role in the senior squad, the forward joined Lyon last July and enjoyed a spectacular campaign in Ligue 1, netting 18 times in 34 games. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mariano was under contract at Lyon until June 2022 but his transfer back to Madrid was confirmed on Wednesday, just over a year after moving to France for a measly €8m . Sevilla had been the favourites to sign the Spain-born forward, having agreed a €30 million deal with Lyon. However, as part of the transfer, Real Madrid retained not only 35 per cent of Ma...

Aug292018 by JBNo Comments

Real Madrid renew Raheem Sterling interest

Premier League, La Liga, Transfer Info

Real Madrid have renewed their interest in Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling, Sky Sports News claims. But it is understood no bids are expected to be made for the forward before the transfer window closes across Europe on Friday. The European champions are closely monitoring the 23-year-old's form and will have club scouts in the crowd at Wembley when England play Spain in the UEFA Nations League on September 8. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sterling has less than two years remaining on his current contract and is yet to commit his future to City, with talks over a new contract having broken down in June. Kevin De Bruyne, Fernandinho, David Silva and Nicolas Otamendi have all signed new long-term deals in recent months, with Pep Guardiola havi...

Aug272018 by JBNo Comments

Lopetegui explains Courtois’ bench treatment

La Liga, Premier League

Real Madrid manager Julen Lopetegui said he will decide his goalkeeping situation on a game-by-game basis after new signing Thibaut Courtois was made to wait for his debut. Courtois swapped Chelsea for European champions Madrid in a £35 million move but the Belgium international was on the bench for Sunday's 4-1 La Liga victory over Girona with Lopetegui opting to retain Keylor Navas. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Lopetegui also preferred Navas to Courtois in Madrid's La Liga opener against Getafe, after the 26-year-old watched from the stands as his new team lost to Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup. Discussing Courtois' absence in favour of Navas, Lopetegui said: "It's not a situation that's easy to understand but it's simple enough to explain. ...

Aug142018 by JBNo Comments

‘Modric wants to join Inter’ – agent confirms

Transfer Info, La Liga, Seria A

Luka Modric's agent has opened the door to a possible move to Inter, insisting the Real Madrid midfielder is enthused by the idea of playing for the Serie A club. The Croatia captain has been linked with a Real Madrid exit having won La Liga once in 2016-17 and four Champions League titles, among many other trophies since his transfer from Tottenham in 2012. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Modric was included in Madrid's 29-man squad for Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup match with Atletico Madrid , although speculation concerning his future has refused to go away. Indeed, Italian publication Corriere della Sera reported on Tuesday that Inter have not given up on signing the Croatia international, and that the player will discuss his future with Madrid on Thur...

Aug22018 by JBNo Comments

Kovacic turns down Manchester United move

Transfer Info, La Liga, Premier League

Mateo Kovacic has rejected the chance to join Manchester United after a £53m bid offer was reportedly submitted to Real Madrid. Jose Mourinho is keen on improving his squad ahead of the new campaign and is confident that United will sign at least one more player before the transfer window closes. Kovacic, meanwhile, has already expressed his desire to leave Madrid this summer after failing to get a regular first-team place at the Bernabeu. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘When I don’t play of course I’m not happy. I’ve enjoyed these three years in Madrid hugely, with incredible teammates, winning trophies,’ the midfielder said last month. ‘But I haven’t been completely happy because my contribution to all of this has not been the biggest and it’s som...

Aug12018 by JBNo Comments

Inter Milan make contact with Luka Modric’s agents over a transfer

Transfer Info, La Liga, Premier League

Inter Milan have made contact with the agent of Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric over a move, according to Sky Italia. Modric is understood to be open to the transfer after initial talks took place with the midfielder's representatives. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 32-year-old played in 43 games for Real last campaign, which led to their third consecutive Champions League title, and Modric has since captained his country to the World Cup final in Russia, winning the Golden Ball award for best player at the tournament. Inter Milan, who are pursuing midfield targets as a priority, will compete in the Champions League for the first time in six years this campaign after a final day win over Lazio. The Serie A club, which is managed by Luciano Sp...

Jul312018 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea make Mateo Kovacic enquiry

Transfer Info, La Liga, Premier League

Chelsea have enquired about the possibility of signing Real Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovacic as an alternative to Arsenal's Aaron Ramsey. Sportsmail revealed last week that Chelsea are prepared to make a deadline bid for Ramsey , who is likely to cost around £30million. The midfielder is in talks with Arsenal over a new contract and Chelsea are keeping an eye on the developments, but may choose to wait with Ramsey available on a free transfer next year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Maurizio Sarri is already searching the market for alternatives and Kovacic is a player he likes, having watched him during his days in Italy with Inter Milan. The Croatian international has also attracted interest from Manchester City, who are still considering making a...

Jul312018 by JBNo Comments

Willian misses training after reported £65m bid from Real Madrid

Transfer Info, La Liga, Premier League

Willian has missed pre-season training with Chelsea after Real Madrid reportedly submitted a £65 million offer for the Brazilian. The 29-year-old has been on holiday after Brazil’s World Cup run and was due to return back to Chelsea’s training ground on Friday. But according to The Times , Willian has failed to report back and has blamed his absence on a passport issue. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The report claims that not everyone at Chelsea believes Willian’s explanation, although a source close to the Brazil international claims he will be back this week. Chelsea have already rejected two bids from Barcelona for Willian this summer, while Madrid are also in the market for a wing forward after Cristiano Ronaldo’s transfer to Juventus. Last ...

Jul212018 by JBNo Comments

Fabregas reveals constant contact with Eden Hazard over Real transfer

Transfer Info, Premier League

Cesc Fabregas has promised Chelsea supporters he is doing all he can to convince Eden Hazard to remain at the club. Hazard revealed after the World Cup he wanted to leave, but insisted he would not force Chelsea to sell him. Just a week after Hazard’s admission, Chelsea are reportedly believed to have reached an agreement with Real Madrid over a £170million move. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Chelsea fans are still holding out hope Hazard will stay at Stamford Bridge, especially with the possibility that Thibaut Courtois will also join Real. And it seems it is not only the fans who want the Belgium international to stay, as Fabregas explained. ‘I won’t lie, I speak to him (Hazard) often. He is the best player at the club and we need Chelsea to k...