Borussia Dortmund chief executive Hans-Joachim Watzke has revealed that Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich blocked a permanent deal for Belgian striker Michy Batshuayi. The Bundesliga outfit were keen on discussing a buy-option for the young marksman, but they ultimately had to settle for a short-term loan for his services. In a report covered by Goal.com, Watzke…
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Dybala needs a rest to return to his best, says Allegri
Massimiliano Allegri claims that Paulo Dybala needs to rest at this moment after having been involved in a lot of matches over the course of the year. The Argentine was one of the best players at the start of the campaign, but he has been going through a very poor run of form over the…
CONTE: INJURIES REASON FOR LOSS
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte has admitted that the ongoing injury concerns played a part in the Blues’ 2-1 defeat to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. The reigning champions were deemed favorites to secure three points against bottom-side Palace on Saturday, but they failed to show up in the absence of key first-team players. Both…
Antonio Conte admits injuries contributed to shock Crystal Palace defeat
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte has admitted that the ongoing injury concerns played a part in the Blues’ 2-1 defeat to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. The reigning champions were deemed favourites to secure three points against bottom-side Palace on Saturday, but they failed to show up in the absence of key first-team players. Both…
Per Mertesacker hails ‘Vintage’ Jack Wilshere following Doncaster win
Arsenal defender Per Mertesacker spoke fondly about midfielder Jack Wilshere after he impressed in the 1-0 win triumph over Doncaster Rovers in the League Cup. The England international made his first Gunners start in 493 days, and played the entire game scattered. Injuries have hampered Wilshere’s progress over the years, but the 25-year-old provided a…
Mesut Ozil has mentally left Arsenal, club legend Martin Keown claims
Arsenal legend-turned-pundit Martin Keown believes Mesut Ozil has already left the Gunners in his mind, and he is no longer regarded as a vital component of Arsene Wenger’s side. The Germany international has managed just four Premier League starts in the 2017/18 season, and with just nine months remaining on his contract, he looks set…
Tiemoue Bakayoko not scared by Danny Drinkwater competition
Chelsea midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko has stressed that he is not scared by the impending arrival of Danny Drinkwater from Leicester City. The England international is due to join the Blues before the transfer deadline with reports emerging a £30m fee has been finalised for his services. Speaking to SFR Sport, Bakayoko insisted that he is…
Mesut Ozil emerges as transfer option for Barcelona
Arsenal attacker Mesut Ozil could make a surprise return to La Liga this summer with Barcelona seemingly keen on his services. The Germany international has been added to the Catalan club’s shortlist as they look to find a suitable replacement for Paris Saint-Germain-bound Neymar. Neymar is expected to travel to Qatar later this week where…
Michael Owen: Liverpool are ‘on the cusp’ of signing Naby Keita
Former Liverpool striker-turned-pundit Michael Owen insists that the Reds are close to securing the club-record signing of midfielder Naby Keita from RB Leipzig. The Guinea international put up an all-round performance for the Bundesliga newcomers last season as his eight goals and eight assists helped the club to a second-place finish. The Reds have failed…
Ashley Cole is interested in becoming a coach or a scout
Ashley Cole is a 36 year old defender who in a few month´s time will be reaching the 37 age mark and the veteran performer himself knows that his playing career is almost over but the English player is already thinking about ways of remaining influential in the world of football even though it might…