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News highlights: Le Tissier is of the opinion Chelsea new signing Werner will replace Abraham not complement him. Lampard has discussion with Abraham to embrace increased competition. Giroud thinks the signing of the German star has already increased motivation. Chelsea officially announced a £53million deal for Leipzig Timo Werner earlier this week, with the forwardContinue reading “Werner to replace Abraham as first choice striker not to complement him.”

Barcelona 0-0 draw against Sevilla means Real Madrid will go top on head-to-head rule of they beat Real Sociedad on Sunday. Barcelona ’s trip to Sevilla always looked a really tricky tie and so it proved with Quique Setien’s side unable to score and forced to take home just a point. The result means BarcaContinue reading “Barcelona vs Sevilla: The five talking points.”

Barcelona 0-0 draw against Sevilla means Real Madrid will go top on head-to-head rule of they beat Real Sociedad on Sunday. Barcelona ’s trip to Sevilla always looked a really tricky tie and so it proved with Quique Setien’s side unable to score and forced to take home just a point. The result means BarcaContinue reading “Barcelona vs Sevilla: The five talking points.”

News highlights: Pique pessimistic about Barcelona title chance after Sevilla stalemate But Setien is optimistic about Barcelona chances. Barcelona’s first slip-up since returning from the three-month hiatus hands Real Madrid the chance to regain top spot in La Liga this weekend. The setback gives Los Blanco’s the advantage to go top provided they overcome RealContinue reading “Advantage Madrid as Barcelona slip up at Seville.”

News highlights: Neymar will pay Barcelona €6.7m after his case was dismissed Neymar filled a lawsuit against Barca for €43.6m in alleged unpaid bonuses he believed he was entitled to receive while playing for the Cules. Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar has been ordered to pay Barcelona €6.7 million after his case against the Catalan clubContinue reading “Court ordered Neymar to pay Barcelona €6.7m as Paris Saint-Germain forward’s case dismissed”

News highlights: Lille Coach admitted Victor Osimhen will leave the French side this summer Napoli and Spur among teams interested in the Super Eagle’s star Speaking to reporters at Friday’s press conference, Lille coach Christophe Galtier has revealed that Nigeria international Victor Osimhen is certain to depart the French Ligue 1 club in the summerContinue reading “Lille Resigned To Losing Victor Osimhen, as he resumes training next week.”

News highlights: Guardiola says Sane will leave City if a deal could not be agree. Sane rejected Manchester City contract offer and could leave for free in 2021, if a deal is not agreed and a sale does not materialize. Leroy Sane to leave Manchester City, says Pep Guardiola Sane rejects new contract at ManContinue reading “Sane rejected Manchester City new contract offer.”

Italian publication Milan Live suggest the Reds will aim to replace the potentially departing Naby Keita with the Wolves midfielder. It’s reported that AC Milan are willing to sign the Guinea international once the window opens, either permanently or on loan. The Rossoneri have been interested in the past but now it appears as thoughContinue reading “Liverpool are in the hunt to sign Ruben Neves this summer.”

The Rossoneri’s desire to sign a new striker ahead of next season appears to be no secret, especially given the doubts over the future of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and general lack of depth in that position already amid Rafael Leao’s poor form. A name that has been repeatedly linked with Milan over the past few weeksContinue reading “Manchester United are ready to rival AC Milan for the signing of Real Madrid striker Luka Jovic, according to reports from Spain.”

There have been speculation around the Milan number one of possible move away from the Red and Black. His current contract runs out next year and a quick decision is needed by the Milan board either to sell or renew the 21 year old contract to avoid losing him on a free next summer. AccordingContinue reading “Donnarumma to shun PSG and Spurs to stay at AC Milan.”

News highlights: Benzema suppass Puskas, becomes the fifth highest goalscorer in Madrid’s history Becomes only the fourth Madrid player to score 20+ goals in eight or more seasons The French striker has added to his legacy at the Santiago Bernabeu by bagging a brace in the Blancos’ second game since La Liga restarts. With theContinue reading “Benzema supasses Pukas on Real Madrid’s goalscorer log.”

Real Madrid were 3-0 winners over Valencia on Thursday. Los Blanco was trailing Barcelona by five points before the match, the win reduced that margin to two. Valencia could have taken the lead when the referee award Los Che a penalty, but Rodrigo Moreno missed. Real Madrid took the courtesy of Kareem Benzema before MarcosContinue reading “Real Madrid closes gap on Barcelona with a win against Valencia.”

News highlights; Unai Emery turned down Real Betis The reason for the decision may be Trace to the fact Betis are in same city with Sevilla. As reported by AS (via Football Espana), Emery turned down an inquiry from Real Betis as the Basque tactician doesn’t want to join a team mid-season and because theContinue reading “Emery turned down the chance to manage Real Betis.”

UEFA’s format change for the UEFA Champions League apparently was not approved by all the teams involved, and the first complain about the new format came from one of the top clubs to win the Europe premier competition. Speaking at a press conference earlier today, Barcelona coach Quique Setién frowned upon the competition’s new format,Continue reading “Barcelona boss makes one request to UEFA as UCL format change confirmed.”

News highlights: Bayern agree two month pan extension for coutinho. The extension mean coutinho will be available for Bayern in the final phase of the champions league in August. Philippe Coutinho will be eligible to play for Bayern Munich in the closing stages of the Champions League after the club reportedly reached an agreement withContinue reading “Coutinho unertainty put to rest as Bayern agrees a loan extension.”

News highlights: Inter refusing to lower Martinez asking price. Inter wants his release clause to be satisfied for any deal to be done. Barcelona offering Cash plus player for the Argentina forward. Inter are refusing to drop their demands for Lautaro Martinez due to being absolutely convinced he will become a top international striker accordingContinue reading “Inter Refuse To Lower €111M Price Tag On Barcelona Target Lautaro Martinez.”

News highlights: The duo of De Jong and Roberto will miss Sevilla clash through injury Satien prefers to lose De Jong for a game than four Frenkie de Jong and Sergi Roberto are both out of Barcelona’s clash with Sevilla on Friday due to injury. The duo sat out the group session on Thursday morningContinue reading “Barcelona will be without De Jong and Roberto for Sevilla clash.”

News highlights: Neuville criticise Arsenal’s travel plans against Man City after traveling 3 hours to the game on Wednesday night. Arsenal lost the game 3-0 to Manchester City Mikel Arteta’s squad enjoyed a pre-match meal at Stansted Airport before flying up north just after 5pm in horrific weather conditions to take on Pep Guardiola’s side.Continue reading “Gary Neville has admitted being ‘staggered’ over Arsenal’s travel decision to Manchester just three hours before kick-off against City on Wednesday night.”

News highlights: Lionel Messi set to sign two years contract that will keep him at Barcelona till 2023. Josep Maria Bartomeu is desperate for the Argentine to put pen to paper. According to reports in Spain, Messi is poised to agree a new contract that will see him stay at the Nou Camp for aContinue reading “Messi set to sign an additional two years deal at Barcelona.”

Cristiano Ronaldo has received a whole lot of criticism after he didn’t step up to take a penalty in the Coppa Italia final shoot-out defeat to Napoli. The former Real Madrid goal machine also got criticism from angry Juventus Coach, Mauricio Sarri after the match saying the portugal stricker “lacking sharpness” Despite seeing a spot-kickContinue reading “Cristiano Ronaldo refusal to take a penalty in the Coppa final earn him the title of the ‘The Most Selfish Footballer Ever’.”

News highlights: Napoli wins Coppa Italian 4-2 on penalty The win’s Gennaro Gattuso’s first title as a manager Napoli lifted the Coppa Italia with a 4-2 penalty shootout triumph over Juventus and former coach Maurizio Sarri on Thursday (AEST) following a dire goalless draw. The Partenopei deserved their sixth cup triumph after passing up someContinue reading “Napoli wins Coppa Italian against a Juventus “lacking sharpness.””

The Tenerife born winger reportedly agrees to join AS Roma. Willian’s contract also end on June 30. According to reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport (via Sport Witness), The Athletic , and the Telegraph , Chelsea winger Pedro has agreed to join AS Roma on a two-year deal, with an option for a third. AndContinue reading “Pedro agrees to join AS Roma, his Chelsea contract end on June 30 — reports”

Man City also want to sign the RB Leipzig star Bayern Munich also reportedly interested in the Frenchman. Arsenal is facing increasing competition for the signature of Dayot Upamecano as the summer transfer window draws closer, as city have also declared their intension on the 21 year old defender. The Frenchman has been one ofContinue reading “Manchester City looking to peep Arsenal to Upamecano signing.”

Juve’s second-leg Champions League tie against Lyon will be played on 7 or 8 August while the Quarter-finals and Semi-Finals will be decided over one match. Uefa have confirmed the news via an announcement on their official website, also confirming that the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final will be played in Lisbon. Quarter-finals, semi-finals and theContinue reading “UEFA confirmed Juventus vs Lyon Champions League second-leg tie date.”

News highlights: Kaushik looking to surpass Vijender Singh and Mary Kom achievements at next year summer Olympics. The Olympics was postponed to next year due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Boxing world bronze medallist Manish Kaushik has revealed he is aiming for gold at next year’s Olympic Games in Tokyo.The Indian lightweight finished with silver atContinue reading “India Manish Kaushik gunning for gold at next year Tokyo Olympics.”

News highlights: Odegaard wants to remain on loan at the anoeta till 2021 Real Madrid are considering recalling him amid interest from AC Milan. A report claims AC Milan target Martin Odegaard has already told parent club Real Madrid that he wishes to remain on loan at Real Sociedad next season. The 21-year-old is currentlyContinue reading “Martin Odegaard wants to remain at Sociedad despite interest from AC Milan.”

Dortmund have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Thomas Meunier as a free agent to replace the outgoing Achraf Hakimi  The Belgian, Meunier, 28, moved from Club Brugge to Paris Saint German in 2016. Dortmund could lose Achraf Hakimi this summer following interest from host of European clubs.

Barcelona go five points clear at the summit. Messi scored 699th goal for both clubs and country. Ansu Fati scored first goal of the season. Seventeen-year-old Ansu Fati scored his fifth La Liga goal of the season as Barcelona extended their lead at the top with victory over Leganes. The Guinea-Bissau forward produced a clinicalContinue reading “Messi, Fati on song as leaders Barcelona widen the gap at the top of La liga table.”

Ibra’s days numbered after spat with Gazidi The Swede signed a six month deal in January with the for a further year Ibra disgruntled over boban sack by Gazidi Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s days at AC Milan look to be numbered following reports of a training ground confrontation with the club’s chief executive Ivan Gazidis. The SwedishContinue reading “Ibrahimovic days looks numbered at Milan after training ground spat with Milan CEO.”

Lewy strikes enough for Bayern to be crown Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich youngster Alphonso Davies sees red. Bayern Munich are champions of Germany for the 8th successive seasons The Bavarian club could have won the league last week, but a win by Dortmund against Fortuna Dusseldorf means Bayern have to wait a bit longer. TheContinue reading “Lewandowski fires Bayern to 8th consecutive Bundesliga title.”