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Paul Pogba trolls as talks with Manchester United stall and Real Madrid reignite interest

Vincent Van Genechten

For months, Paul Pogba has been linked with a transfer to back to Manchester United. The Juventus player once left Old Trafford on a free transfer, but United have been rumoured to put huge cash on the table to lure the France international back to England. Last week, various Italian newspapers (via Football-Italia) claimed Pogba has told Juventus he wants to leave to the club in order to join the Red Devils. This is crucial for any deal to happen, as the Serie A champions have always said they weren’t…

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Stunning Italian model talks about her date with Cristiano Ronaldo

Vincent Van Genechten

Does Cristiano Ronaldo have a new girlfriend? When the Portuguese superstar was spotted in the company of Italian model Cristina Buccino in Ibiza, the rumours started… Cristina Buccino: “I arrived at this place and Cristiano Ronaldo was there.” pic.twitter.com/lgFpjrDVt6 — TheCRonaldoFan (@TheCRonaldoFan) 26 juli 2016 Now, Buccino has spoken about her night with Ronaldo to Italian gossip magazine Chi. “What I have to say is that Cristiano Ronaldo is cool. I’ve seen him with my naked eye. When you know a person, however, you discover the rest, and Cristiano is a generous guy and…

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Former Real Madrid and Tottenham star to play in the Championship

Vyom Chaudhary

Championship club Reading have been linked with an audacious move for former Real Madrid and Tottenham star Rafael van der Vaart. The veteran midfielder, who is currently signed to La Liga side Real Betis, is reportedly available in the transfer market after being told by Betis that he has no future with the club. Get Reading claims that informal discussions have already taken place between the former Dutch international and the Royals, and the player hasn’t ruled out a return to England. Reading’s newly appointed manager Jaap Stam has been…

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Manchester City to outbid competition in race for ‘the new Neymar’

Vincent Van Genechten

With Pep Guardiola arriving at Manchester City, the Premier League giants were primed to hit hard on the summer transfer market. The Citizens have already secured the signings of midfielder Ilkay Gundogan and winger Nolito, with an English record move for Everton’s John Stones and a world record move for Juventus’ Leonardo Bonucci reportedly being considered. In addition, City have been in the hunt for Brazilian starlet Gabriel Jesus, who’s been dubbed the new Neymar, and is considered one of the two biggest Selecao talents along with Gabriel ‘Gabigol’ Barbosa,…

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Arsenal and Chelsea transfer target determined to remain with Barcelona

Stuart Campbell

Arda Turan is eager to stay at Barcelona and try to earn a regular place in the club’s starting XI, rather than move away, the midfielder’s agent has revealed, in a report run by The Guardian. After joining Barca from Atletico Madrid last summer, Turan endured a frustrating season, whereby whilst unable to play until January due to the transfer embargo placed upon the Catalan giants, when the 29-year-old did become eligible, he was afforded only 810 minutes of playing time in the league, during which he scored twice and…

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Real Madrid shocked by Dimitri Payet’s price tag, Los Blancos reject massive offer for Alvaro Morata

Vincent Van Genechten

West Ham United joint-chairman David Sullivan has warned that Dimitri Payet will not be sold unless someone is prepared to pay around £100 million, according to a report by The Sun. The La Liga giants have been linked with a £40 million move for the France international, but it’s clear that won’t be enough to tempt Sullivan into selling his playmaker. “We’re not selling him unless someone wants to break the world transfer record and then we might consider it. Even at his age he must be worth £100 million”, Sullivan said.…

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Chelsea have massive bid for striker rejected, deal for defender hijacked by Everton

Vincent Van Genechten

Chelsea have seen a bid of £51 million for Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata rejected by the Champions League winners, according to a report by Spanish newspaper Marca. Los Blancos recently exercised their buy-back clause of £23.6 million on the Spain international and were expected to immediately sell the Juventus striker for a serious profit. Morata’s agent Juanma Lopez was in Madrid this week to try and close a deal for his client, but the Blues’ initial offer of £51 million was not deemed sufficient by Los Blancos. The La Liga giants have now slapped a £64 million price…

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Manchester United receive huge boost in chase of fourth massive signing

Vincent Van Genechten

Paul Pogba has told his family and closest friends that he intends to leave Juventus in order to return to Manchester United, snubbing Real Madrid in the process. That’s according to French newspaper L’Equipe (via The Sun), which states Pogba’s agent Mino Raiola is understood to have advised him to join United and has promised the club he will do his utmost to persuade Pogba to join them. According to multiple reports on Thursday, as this one by The Guardian, Manchester United will offer Juventus £100 million for the services of the…

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Arsenal hold talks with two star strikers, ready to make massive wage bid for Alvaro Morata

Vincent Van Genechten

With Manchester United, Manchester City, and Chelsea ready to redeem their poor season by hiring a new coach, Arsenal can’t sit still and watch those three clubs fight it out for the Premier League crown. The Gunners have been on the look out for a new top striker, and several big names have been mentioned. Now, according to a report by The Sun, Gunners boss Arsene Wenger has held talks with Everton striker Romelu Lukaku and Lyon forward Alexandre Lacazette as he looks to bolster the Arsenal attack. Lukaku provided 25 goals and seven…

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Manchester United battle with Real Madrid for top target

Vyom Chaudhary

Almost every day since the start of the summer transfer market, there has been a new report linking Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba with a move to Manchester United. We previously reported that United are currently leading the pursuit to sign the France international and are ready to pay a world-record fee to secure his services. However, according to the latest report from reliable English newspaper The Guardian, La Liga giants Real Madrid are the current favourites to sign the 23-year-old. The report claims that Pogba favours a move to Real…

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Arsenal set to sign experienced striker and a centre-back

Vyom Chaudhary

It’s public knowledge that Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is in the transfer market for a proven goalscorer. The Gunners have already made a failed attempt to sign Jamie Vardy from Leicester City and now they have moved their attention elsewhere. According to Jeremy Wilson of the Telegraph, Lyon’s Alexandre Lacazette and Real Madrid’s Alvaro Morata are the current top targets for the North London club. Both strikers are expected to demand a hefty transfer fee, in excess of £40 million, in the transfer market. Morata has recently joined Real Madrid from Juventus…

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Real Madrid interested in Arsenal star, Asian striker confirms Gunners’ interest

Vyom Chaudhary

Real Madrid are reportedly pursuing Arsenal centre-back Laurent Koscielny, according to the latest reports. French football website Foot Mercato claims that the La Liga giants have identified the France international as a replacement of his compatriot Raphael Varane. Varane’s future at the Madrid club looks uncertain with various reports having linked him with an exit from the club. Koscielny arrived at the Emirates Stadium from Ligue 1 club Lorient six seasons ago and has established himself as one of the top defenders in Premier League. The 30-year-old has made 246 appearances during…

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Euro 2016 Hazard lies in wait for Wales

Stuart Campbell

Belgium’s golden generation produced an extremely polished performance to beat Hungary 4-0 and breeze into the quarter finals of Euro 2016, where they will play Wales. Inspired by the brilliance of Eden Hazard who set-up one goal and scored another in the space of two second half minutes, Belgium delivered their most impressive display of the tournament, despite being wasteful in front of goal. After Toby Alderweireld headed Belgium ahead from Kevin De Bruyne’s free kick, the game swung from end-to-end and remained evenly poised until the 78th minute when…

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Manchester United pull ahead in Paul Pogba race with record bid considered

Vincent Van Genechten

Where will Paul Pogba play next season? It’s probably the biggest question of the summer transfer market. According to a report by Spanish source AS (via Football-Italia), the French superstar could land at Old Trafford. The report claims the Red Devils have pulled ahead in the race to sign the Juventus midfielder and are willing to pay a record £97.5 million to land the France international. As it stands, Gareth Bale is the most expensive football player on the planet. In 2011, Real Madrid broke their own record set in 2009, when they paid…

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Arsenal duo feature among 10 most stylish footballers at Euros

Vyom Chaudhary

The entire football world is currently by the ongoing Euro Cup in France at the moment. The best footballing talent from Europe is on display for the football die-hards, but the following list has nothing to do with the footballing talents of players participating in the tournament. Famous fashion magazine Vogue has recently released their list of top 10 stylish footballers playing at Euro 2016 in France. Serie A champions Juventus have two players on the list, while no other team has more than one. When it comes to the Premier League, Arsenal and Liverpool each…

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Bale joins elite European Championship goal scoring group

Stuart Campbell

By scoring in Wales’ 3-0 win over Slovakia, Gareth Bale became only the seventh player to score in every group stage game at a European Championship finals. Group stages have not always been a feature of the competition however, with it changing format several times during its 56-year history. Summary of European Championship Format Staged every four years since 1960, and formerly called the European Cup of Nations until 1968 when it changed name, the European Championships is one of the most prestigious tournaments in world football. The first five…

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Premier League big boys battle for Real Madrid star

Vyom Chaudhary

Goal are reporting that Juventus have confirmed that Real Madrid will activate their buy-back clause of £23 million to bring back striker Alvaro Morata to Santiago Bernabeu. “Real Madrid have informed us of their intention to exercise the right to buy back [Morata], we are just waiting for a written offer,” Juventus chief executive Giuseppe Marotta has been quoted as saying. However, Madrid don’t intend to keep the Spain international at the club and want to sell him to the highest bidder for a considerable profit. A number of clubs…

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Leicester offer star to Real Madrid, make bid for defender

Vincent Van Genechten

Leicester City star N’Golo Kante has been offered to Real Madrid, according to Spanish source AS. The France international has a £ 19.8 million release clause and has been linked with a number of big clubs after impressing during the Foxes’ surprising Premier League title run. With another busy season ahead, the 25-year-old will bring further defensive cover to the team alongside Casemiro, who’s Real’s only true defensive midfielder. Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane has been open with his praise for the France international, who joined Leicester from Ligue 1 side Caen…

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Spanish exodus at Chelsea

Vyom Chaudhary

A couple of Spanish players could be on their way out at Chelsea this summer, according to the latest reports. Blues forward Pedro has revealed that he has held initial talks with Barcelona regarding a possible return to the Catalan club after only one season in the Premier League. The 28-year-old joined the Blues in a £22 million move last summer but failed to impress during his debut season in the English top fligt. “Hopefully (I can return to Barcelona) but I know it’s hard,” Pedro told beIN Sports, via Sky…

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Liverpool flop and Gareth Bale smash England

Vincent Van Genechten

England didn’t start Euro 2016 on a high note due to a late Russian goal, meaning the Three Lions had to be satisfied with a 1-1 draw in Marseille. England were hugely impressive in the first half in particular, when their supporters inside the stadium roared their approval as Russia were pressed into submission and made to look pedestrian. It made that cruel conclusion, Vasili Berezutski’s header, even more painful. Next up for Roy Hodgson’s squad is Wales, who beat Slovakia 2-1 during ther first game in France. England can’t afford another drop of…

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Manchester United star could be in big trouble: report

Vyom Chaudhary

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea could find himself in huge trouble, according to reports. A protected witness, from the case of famous Spanish porn director Torbe, has accused De Gea of sexual assault. The woman has also named Real Madrid midfielder Isco and Atheltic Bilbao winger Iker Muniain as De Gea’s accomplices in the assault. The alleged assault took place in 2012 when all three players were members of Spain U21 squad. Spanish publication El Diario originally published the story and named De Gea, Muniain and a third unknown…

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Manchester United could break transfer record twice in the transfer window

Vyom Chaudhary

Manchester United have been linked with two major transfer targets in the media recently. If the latest reports are to be believed, United could break all sort of transfer records in the ongoing transfer window. The Guardian claims that United are now leading the pursuit to sign Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba following Manchester City’s decision to drop out of the race. United manager Jose Mourinho is said to be a long-term admirer of the France international. The Portuguese manager tried to sign the 23-year-old when he was in charge of…

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Chelsea move in pole position to sign Juventus star

Vyom Chaudhary

Chelsea have stepped up their pursuit of Juventus striker Alvaro Morata, according to latest reports. Multiple media reports are claiming that the Blues aim to make progress in their pursuit of the Spain international before the Euro Championship kicks off this week. Chelsea incoming manager Antonio Conte signed Morata for Juventus in 2014 before departing from the club to manage Italy national squad. He now wants to bring the 23-year-old to Stamford Bridge in the summer. Morata is also a subject of interest from his former club Real Madrid, as…

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No Real Madrid bid for Man Utd stopper

A Different League

Real Madrid are yet to make a move for Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea, despite reports that the Spanish club were looking to renew their interest in the Spain number one. Last Summer Madrid nearly completed a move for De Gea, however the transfer window shut before all paperwork could be processed on a £29.3m move – the delay was something that Real accused United of doing on purpose, in order to prevent their number one making an Old Trafford exit. As such, it has largely been expected that the…

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Arsenal alerted by comments from Juventus star and director, identifying new target in Spain

Vincent Van Genechten

The transfer story of Alvaro Morata has been prominent all season long. The Spain international has been torn between staying at Juventus or returning to Real Madrid, who have a buy-back clause worth £23 million. Los Blancos have made it clear they are ready to activate the 23-year-old’s clause and bring him back to Madrid. However, Real are not planning to keep him as they want to make a profit by selling Morata immediately. Juventus have been rumoured to wanting to offer £11 million to £15 million to the La…

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