Tag: Fabian Delph

Man City midfielder Fabian Delph set for six week layoff with hamstring injury

Steve Green

Manchester City midfielder Fabian Delph looks set for another stint on the sidelines after the BBC reported that he will be out for six weeks thanks to the hamstring injury he sustained during England’s 2-0 win over Switzerland earlier this week. The 25-year-old was forced off during the first minute of the Euro 2016 qualifier at Wembley, and City boss Manuel Pellegrini has confirmed that he will likely be out of action for the next six weeks. “I don’t know how long it will be, we’ll see,” he said. “I…

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Raheem Sterling and Fabian Delph bant off former fans with hilarious Snakes on a Plane gag

Steve Green

It’s been a rocky summer for both Fabian Delph and Raheem Sterling. Both have completed controversial moves to Manchester City from Liverpool and Aston Villa respectively. They have come under scrutiny for being part of the problem with young footballers being greedy rather than playing regular football, and have been the subjects of some rather heavy criticism. However, after some time together in the City dressing room, it won’t surprise anyone to know that they’re getting on like a house on fire. And showing that they’ve shed that snake skin,…

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Worst Premier League signings XI: Cursed defender lines up alongside £36m Man United striker

Jordan Harris

The closure of the transfer window means that every manager in the Premier League has now got to press on with the squad at his disposal knowing that until January, he can make no changes and no additions. Perhaps it is the pressure of whether to stick or twist with the squad that has forced some managers to make some pretty dreadful and uninspiring signings in the hope that they can help their new club achieve their aspirations. Here is the XI we believe will not be able to deliver…

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(Video) Fabian Delph stretchered off just 19 minutes into Man City debut: Villa fans LOVE IT!

Steve Green

Manchester City midfielder Fabian Delph lasted just 19 minutes into his debut against Real Madrid after suffering a suspected hamstring injury, the Daily Mirror reports. City were taking on the Spaniards in Melbourne, Australia, in a pre-season friendly, and the 25-year-old was forced to limp off after going down midway through the first half. The England international lined up alongside Fernando in Manuel Pellegini’s side, but with two weeks to go until the start of the new Premier League season, he could be facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines.…

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Analysis – Will Delph get enough game time at Man City?

Stephen Donovan

There were many twists and turns and seemingly a sudden change of heart, but after six years at Aston Villa, tenacious midfielder Fabian Delph has made the step up to sign for Manchester City in an £8m deal. The big question now is whether he can establish himself as a regular in the side rather than end up constantly warming the bench like some of City’s other new recruits in recent seasons. Having now become a key part of the England setup, the former Leeds United youngster is definitely in…

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Delph Manchester City: Midfielder makes alleged U-turn to sign from Villa

Steve Green

The deal taking Fabian Delph from Aston Villa to Manchester City could be back on after he was allegedly spotted entering the same hospital that Raheem Sterling had his medical in. A picture has been doing the rounds on social media supposedly showing the England international heading into a hospital to undergo a medical, and even the Manchester Evening News and the Birmingham Mail are reporting that the deal could still go ahead. Fabian Delph to #mcfc is back on. Definitely. Unless he changes his mind again! — Stuart Brennan…

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Fabian Delph staying at Aston Villa is the best outcome for everyone

Steve Green

On Friday night fans of Aston Villa were preparing to lose their beloved captain Fabian Delph in an £8m move to Premier League runners up Manchester City (via Daily Mail). Naturally, meltdown ensued. Delph not only cuts a popular figure at Villa Park, but was set to depart for a criminally low transfer fee, which the Mail attribute down to a release clause inserted in his contract when he renewed terms back in January. However, not 24 hours later and the England international announced that he would be staying put.…

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Fabian Delph announces he is staying at Aston Villa

Steve Green

Aston Villa captain Fabian Delph has shocked fans by announcing that he is staying at the just just hours after he looked destined to join Manchester City. A statement issued on the club’s official website confirmed that he would not be leaving the club and would instead be staying at Villa park to lead the team out for the new season. “I’m aware there has been intense media speculation surrounding my future in the last 24 hours and I want to set the record straight,” he said. “I’m not leaving.…

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Manchester City plan SURPRISE bid to trigger Aston Villa’s star release clause

Jordan Harris
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Aston Villa midfielder Fabian Delph could be on his way to the Etihad Stadium this summer, after reports revealed that Manchester City could be willing to trigger the England international’s release clause. READ MORE: Manchester City Transfer Gossip Man City admits he’s a BIG Raheem Sterling fan (Images) Man City’s 2015/16 leaked kit According to the Daily Mirror, and in worrying news to Villa supporters, the 25-year-old could be available for as little as £10m. As much of a blow as it would be to Tim Sherwood’s aspirations to watch…

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Tim Sherwood’s five-step plan to revive Aston Villa: How charismatic boss can prove his salt this summer

Steve Green

Despite a bright start to his career as Aston Villa manager, Tim Sherwood’s season ended in disappointment as the momentum suddenly dropped and they found themselves on the end of three embarrassing defeats – including the FA Cup final. READ MORE: Aston Villa Transfer News Shipping 11 goals in those final three games wasn’t ideal, but it has served to highlight what needs to be done in order to revitalise the club and make a serious attempt at escaping another relegation battle. Sherwood will be aware that he cannot continue…

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ADL’s Premier League team of the season: three Chelsea stars and Leicester hero

Jordan Harris

Now the Premier League has reached its conclusion, it’s time to reflect on the best players from a campaign that saw Chelsea clinch their fourth crown since 2005, and said goodbye to Queens Park Rangers, Burnley, and Hull, who will all be playing in the Championship next year. Here is A Different League’s team of the season: GK- David De Gea The Spaniard was fantastic all year for Manchester United, and would be sorely missed should he move to Real Madrid in the summer. His shot-stopping is arguably the best…

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