Manchester United have opened direct talks with Barcelona to sign midfielder Frenkie de Jong, reputed journalist Fabrizio Romano claims. The Red Devils have been regularly linked with the Netherlands international in recent weeks, and there appears no end to the transfer speculation. United manager Erik ten Hag is obviously keen on a reunion with his […] The post Man Utd now in … [Read more...] about Man Utd now in direct talks to sign £72.5m star, Erik ten Hag wants him – report
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Chelsea have taken lead over Barcelona to sign £43m-rated star – report
Chelsea have taken the lead to sign Sevilla defender Jules Kounde this summer, Spanish publication Sport reports. The Blues are expected to reinforce their central defensive department with Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen leaving on free transfers. There is also speculation that Cesar Azpilicueta could head for the exit door. Amidst this, Sport claim that the Blues … [Read more...] about Chelsea have taken lead over Barcelona to sign £43m-rated star – report
Keys makes bold Liverpool claim: ‘They deeply dislike each other’
Richard Keys believes Liverpool should enjoy their success while they can as they will struggle to hold on to Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane, who he claims “deeply dislike each other”. The Reds need just two more wins to seal their first Premier League title, in what will be a record-breaking season for Jurgen Klopp’s side. But Keys has warned that Liverpool’s squad will likely … [Read more...] about Keys makes bold Liverpool claim: ‘They deeply dislike each other’
Ex-Man Utd coach lauds Fernandes: ‘He doesn’t accept low standards’
Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen insists Bruno Fernandes has raised the standards at Old Trafford, as he doesn’t accept “sloppiness”. The Portuguese playmaker has had an instant impact after his £47million move in January, with United’s form and style of play altered completely since his arrival. And Meulensteen claims the rest of the squad are being dragged … [Read more...] about Ex-Man Utd coach lauds Fernandes: ‘He doesn’t accept low standards’
Gilmour vows to prove he’s ‘not just a passenger’ at Chelsea
Teen sensation Billy Gilmour has vowed to prove he is not just along for the ride at Chelsea. The 18-year-old has won two man-of-the-match awards in the space of a week, dominating both the 2-0 FA Cup win over Liverpool and the 4-0 thumping of Everton. Gilmour set the tone for Chelsea‘s rout of the Toffees on Sunday in his first Premier League start, and later insisted he is … [Read more...] about Gilmour vows to prove he’s ‘not just a passenger’ at Chelsea