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Aug102018 by JBNo Comments

Bernard reveals why he rejected Chelsea for Everton

Brazilian winger Bernard has revealed the important role Everton boss Marco Silva played in convincing him to move to Goodison Park despite the offers from Chelsea, West Ham and AC Milan. The 25-year-old had been a free agent since leaving Shakhtar Donestk at the end of last campaign and had several offers, particularly from the Premier League. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Chelsea had looked into adding Bernard to their squad, and even offered him a contract, but the Brazilian was swayed by the chance of more regular football under Silva at Everton. ‘I chose Everton because of all the things I’d heard about Marco Silva and because Everton is a club with a lot of tradition,’ Bernard told the club’s official website. ‘They are historically among the...

Aug82018 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea pay Kepa’s world-record £71m release clause

La Liga, Premier League, Transfer Info

Chelsea have paid a world record £71.6 m fee to replace Thibaut Courtois with Athletic Bilbao's goalie Kepa Arrizabalaga. With Courtois trying to force a move to Real Madrid, Chelsea have taken drastic action by paying Kepa’s Athletic Bilbao buy-out clause ahead of Premier League transfer deadline. The deal will shatter Chelsea’s record that had stood at £57m for striker Alvaro Morata, who joined from Real just last summer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The path of Courtois to Real is set to be further strengthened by Madrid's willingness to send midfielder Mateo Kovacic on loan to Chelsea. Along with Kepa, Kovacic is expected in London to complete a pre-deadline transfer to Stamford Bridge. On Kepa, he said: “I saw him one year ago [when I was...

Aug82018 by JBNo Comments

Giroud and Hazard speak to Fekir about Chelsea move

Transfer Info, Premier League

Olivier Giroud says he and Eden Hazard have spoken to Nabil Fekir about the possibility of moving to Stamford Bridge and would “welcome him” at Chelsea. The 25-year-old looked set to sign for Liverpool from Lyon earlier this transfer summer before negotiations between both clubs ended. Fekir, who was part of France's World Cup-winning team alongside Giroud this summer, remains in France as things stand. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, following Chelsea's pre-season friendly against Lyon, Giroud conceded that he and Hazard had spoken to the France international about the club. "I spoke to him when we were together in the French national team, when his move to Liverpool fell through," he told Foot Mercato. "Then we discussed Chelsea, and I ...

Aug82018 by JBNo Comments

REVEALED: Why Boateng turned down United

Transfer Info, Bundesliga, Premier League

Jerome Boateng decided against joining Manchester United because he does not believe they can win the Champions League this season, according to Sky reports. The Bayern Munich defender spoke to United manager Jose Mourinho earlier this week to explain he was honoured by United's interest but would not be making a transfer to Old Trafford. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Boateng wants to win one more Champions League title, the former Manchester City full-back won the trophy in his first year with Bayern in 2013. However, Boateng will turn 30 in September - and he believes United are not among the contenders to lift the Champions League in Madrid next year. It now looks likely he will stay at Bayern as he has a good relationship with new coach Niko Ko...

Aug62018 by JBNo Comments

United approach Bayern over Jerome Boateng

Transfer Info, Bundesliga, Premier League

Manchester United have approached Bayern Munich over a deal for defender Jerome Boateng, according to Sky Sports. The Premier League side believe Bayern Munich will ask for around £45m to allow the Germany international to leave the club. It is understood that Boateng, who spent a year at Manchester City - could be open to a transfer to Manchester United. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, United are not the only side who are interested in the defender. Bayern chief executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge revealed last month that Boateng was in talks about a move with PSG. The German is the latest defender United have shown an interest in this summer, with Jose Mourinho looking to strengthen his defence before transfer deadline. Click below to follo...

Aug62018 by JBNo Comments

Leon Bailey reveals ‘concrete interest’ from Chelsea and Liverpool

Transfer Info, Bundesliga, Premier League

Bayer Leverkusen winger Leon Bailey has confirmed that Liverpool and Chelsea are interested in signing him. The 20-year-old is rated as one of the brightest youngsters in Europe following his impressive breakthrough campaign in the Bundesliga. Several top clubs have been linked with a move for the Jamaican-born winger, who is valued at £70 million. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Manchester City have expressed an interest in signing Leon Bailey, while Bayern Munich also submitted a £53m bid to Leverkusen in May. But the player has revealed that he is aware of the interest from Chelsea and Liverpool. ‘There’s concrete interest,’ Bailey said in an interview with Kicker. ‘What I can say is that my full focus is on developing myself as a young play...

Aug22018 by JBNo Comments

Man United cool Maguire interest, target Barca’s Yerry Mina

Transfer Info, La Liga, Premier League

Manchester United have cooled their interest in Leicester City defender Harry Maguire and turned their attentions to Barcelona's Yerry Mina, Sky Sports News claim. It last week that United had made an approach to sign Maguire, who they value around £65m, but Leicester are adamant the central defender will not be allowed to leave. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It now looks like Maguire will stay at King Power Stadium, and Leicester are expected to open talks over an improved contract in the coming weeks. United could now seal the deal for Mina from Barcelona for as little as £30m, just seven months after he arrived from Brazilian club Palmeiras for £10m. Mina but has been linked with a move away from the club after struggling to get a place in Ernes...

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...