Thursday, 30 June 2016

My Next Destination is Manchester United - Zlatan Ibrahimovic Confirms Manchester United Move

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has confirmed he is set to sign for Manchester United. The former Paris Saint-Germain striker took to Instagram to post a picture of Manchester United’s badge with a caption in typical Zlatan style. He wrote: ‘Time to let the world know. My next destination is Manchester United #Iamcoming.’

The Sweden striker has returned home from Euro 2016 after his country were knocked out and it is no surprise to see him move to Old Trafford.

Southampton Appoint Claude Puel as Ronald Koeman's Successor

Southampton have confirmed the appointment of Claude Puel as their new manager on a three-year deal.  The 54-year-old Frenchman takes over from Ronald Koeman following the latter's decision to move to Everton. Puel won the French league title when in charge of Monaco in 2000 before going on to enjoy a six-year spell at Lille.

He then took over at Lyon and led them to the Champions League semi-finals in 2010. He has spent the last four years as the coach of Nice, who last season finished fourth in Ligue 1. He has never coached outside France's top tier.

Manchester City Sign Australian midfielder Aaron Mooy

Manchester City have sealed the transfer of Australian midfielder Aaron Mooy from their sister club Melbourne City. The 25-year-old shone in the A-League last season, contributing 11 goals and 21 assists from the middle of the park.

Although City fans may have anticipated more high-profile signings under new manager Pep Guardiola this summer, Mooy looks an exciting prospect if he can settle in the Premier League.

Real Madrid Offer Morata and James Rodriguez for Hazard in a Swap Deal with Chelsea

Eden Hazard's Euros took a turn for the better against Hungary with a dazzling display that signalled a return to his very best, which might be bad news for Chelsea. Real Madrid appear keen to acquire the Belgian star and the Mirror suggest they will float a swap deal with Alvaro Morata moving in the opposite direction and the Blues also receiving £35 million.
 
Zinedine Zidane is a big fan of the Belgian forward, and it is claimed that the Spanish giants are also ready to offer both Morata and Rodriguez to Stamford Bridge as part of the move.

Arsenal Target Takuma Asano Confirms Transfer Talk Ongoing

Japan international Takuma Asano has confirmed he has been approached by Arsenal regarding a transfer to the Premier League. The Gunners were believed to have approached the 21-year-old with a formal offer as part of Arsene Wenger’s hunt for a striker.

After Jamie Vardy rejected Arsenal, alternative targets are being pursued and a move for Asano now appears to be on the cards after revealing that Wenger’s side have been in touch with him.

Wednesday, 29 June 2016

Chelsea Loan Out Ake to Bournemouth

The 21-year-old moves to the south coast having also spent last season in the Premier League at Watford, where his performances at left-back won the club’s Young Player of the Year award and helped them reach the FA Cup semi-final.

NEXT NEYMAR - Meet ARSENAL Target Gabriel ‘Gabigol’ Barbosa

Arsenal fans will be sick of seeing their club opt to sign unproven young players instead of the finished article, but there’s plenty to suggest this kid could be the real deal. According to reports, the Gunners have already made a bid for the player, and that he could be keen on a move to the Emirates Stadium.

Whether or not it will end up happening remains to be seen, but Arsenal’s interest seems concrete, so who is this Brazilian talent?

Known by his nickname ‘Gabigol’, Gabriel Barbosa is a 19-year-old striker playing for Santos, where he has been for his entire career so far. Having come through the club’s youth system, which has in recent years brought through big names like Neymar and Robinho, Gabigol became a first-team regular for the side back in 2013. His remarkable rise also means he is already a full Brazil international, having appeared four times for his country so far.

Given that he’s still only a teenager, Gabigol’s scoring stats are very impressive, and it’s easy to see why Wenger might think he’s already good enough to lead the line for a top Premier League club.

Michy Batshuayi Confirms His Imminent Move to Chelsea on Twitter

Chelsea look to have won the long-running transfer race for the Belgian Michy Batshuayi, with the striker following the club on Twitter. The Belgium international has been linked with a host of Premier League sides in recent times, with his club Marseille under financial pressure to sell him this summer. 

Olympic Marseile is the same club where Chelsea sign Didier Drogba in 2004 and mere looking at Batshuayi's style of play and his physique, the Belgian starlet is just like Drogba-the-Dealiest-Drug. Can Batshuayi be the NEXT DROGBA?

Marseile Striker, Michy Batshuayi Having Medical at Chelsea Today

Michy Batshuayi is set to undergo a medical today as he closes in on a transfer to Chelsea, reports say.  The Belgium international, 22, has already turned down Chelsea’s Premier League rivals Crystal Palace in favour of move to Stamford Bridge and the Marseille star is now very close to joining.

Batshuayi’s contract will last for five years having chosen to play under Antonio Conte and he will now go ahead with a medical today, according to RMC Sport.

Belgium's Clash against Wales will be Tough for Us Because They Have Star Players - Says Hazard

Belgium's Eden Hazard says the Euro 2016 quarter-final clash with Wales will be 'complicated' after failing to beat them in qualifying. Belgium drew and lost against Wales in the European Qualifiers campaign, but looked in fine form on Sunday night with a 4-0 win over Hungary in the last 16 in Toulouse.

Hazard put in an impressive man-of-the-match performance, scoring one and setting up another, but says Belgium will need to study Chris Coleman's side closely ahead of the clash in Lille on Friday. He said after the game in Toulouse: "They're a complicated side to play against. We played them in the qualifiers, we haven't beaten them I don't think.

Arsenal Target Sam Byram as a Replacement for Hector Bellerin

He may have only moved to West Ham from Leeds on a four-and-a-half year deal in January, but Byram is reportedly being lined up as a replacement for Hector Bellerin by Arsene Wenger. Bellerin has been linked with a move to Barcelona, which could pave the way for 22-year-old Byram to move to the Emirates. 
 
The Spanish giants are said to want the right-back to return to the Nou Camp this summer. He left Barca in 2011, and has since become a first-team star for the Gunners.

Good News for Arsenal as Agent Reveals Gonzalo Higuain will not Renew His Contract at Napoli under any Circumstances

Gonzalo Higuain's agent has revealed the Argentine striker won't be renewing his Napoli contract. Higuain is under contract at Napoli until 2018 but Nicolas Higuain, his brother and agent, revealed that the 28-year-old will not extend his stay in Naples and could leave on a free transfer in two years' time if he doesn't depart before then.

Arsene Wenger wants a world-class forward to spearhead his side's attack next term and Marca reports that he has set his sights on the former Real Madrid striker, while Athletico and Liverpool have also been linked with a move for the Argentine.

Tuesday, 28 June 2016

Paris Saint-Germain Appointment Former Sevilla Boss Unai Emery

Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed the appointment of former Sevilla boss Unai Emery as their new manager. The three times Europa League winner sign two years contract that will keep him at Paris until 2018. The Spaniard won three consecutive Europa League titles with the La Liga side and he will now enjoy the chance to manage in Ligue 1.

Chelsea to Receive £3.6m from PSV Eindhoven’s £12m Sale of Former Blue Jeffrey Bruma

Considering the fact that Chelsea included a 30% sell-on clause into the defender’s contract, the London club will now bank around £3.6milllion of the £12m proceeds PSV Eindhoven will receive from the sale of Jeffrey Bruma to Wolfsburg

Bruma, 24, spent four years at Stamford Bridge before leaving to join Dutch giants PSV in 2013. The defender had loan spells at Leicester City and Hamburg during his time with the Blues and caught the eye of Wolfsburg during an impressive campaign in Holland last season.

Liverpool Complete the Signing of Sadio Mane from Southampton in £34m Deal

Liverpool have completed the signing of winger Sadio Mane from Southampton on a five-year contract. The 24-year-old Mane becomes Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp's fourth new signing for the 2016/17 season, following deals for midfielder Marko Grujic, centre-back Joel Matip and goalkeeper Loris Karius.

Reports indicate that The Reds have parted with £34m up front, with £2m more to be paid in performance-related add-ons, and the player will be on their books until the summer of 2021.