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…
The perks of backing your bets with Coral
When choosing which bookmaker to sign up to, there’s a practically endless supply of companies to join, and a handful of favourites that continue to be prioritised ahead of all others for a lot of regular punters. One bookmaker that many avid football betting fans are a customer of is Coral, who offer plenty of…
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…
Carra: United won’t win title
Liverpool legend-turned-pundit Jamie Carragher has claimed that Manchester United are unlikely to end up with the Premier League title unless they improve their record against the top-six opposition. The Red Devils stretched their unbeaten run to 11 across all competitions after they earned a 0-0 draw against Liverpool on Saturday. Despite bagging a point, United’s…
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…
INDIAN COACH WANTS MORE EXPOSURE FOR PLAYERS
The Indian coach of the Under-17 national team Luis Norton de Matos has called for more international exposure for the team. The manager said there was a massive gap compared to the soccer levels in the rest of the world. Hosts India lost 4-0 to their Ghanaian counterparts in the last Group A game at…
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…