Tag: Nicolas Otamendi

Belgians and Chelsea rule Premier League’s most valuable XI

Vincent Van Genechten

The winter transfer market is nearing its close. Some Premier League teams made a couple of moves, while others seem to be happy with their current squad. Big names usually don’t change teams during January. Therefore, we’ll be looking at the highest rated XI in the Premier League, using a 4-3-3 formation. Note: it’s never easy to put an accurate market value on a player, but Transfermarkt does a pretty good job at it. KEEPER No matter what formation we use, Thibaut Courtois is our goalkeeper. The Chelsea man is rated at…

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Man City vs Borussia Monchengladbach – Match preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Still with the hope of finishing top of the pile, Manchester City round off their Champions League group campaign with a home clash against Borussia Monchengladbach. It was a tight game for City in their last European outing away to Juventus, but unless the Italian champions lose away to bottom side Sevilla, the narrow 1-0 defeat in Turin appears to have made all the difference and they face another tricky last 16 assignment. All the same, it has still been a much more convincing Champions League campaign so far from…

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Man City vs Norwich – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Now top of the Premier League only on goal difference, Manchester City come up against a Norwich City side that conceded seven the last time they visited the Etihad Stadium. The leaders perhaps came away slightly the happier after a desperately dull Manchester derby, which ended goalless as few chances were created by two teams who made avoiding defeat their main priority. It was a rare departure from Manuel Pellegrini from his usual attacking style, but he gained reward as his two central defenders remained secure throughout, with Nicolas Otamendi outstanding…

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Louis van Gaal: Pedro and Otamendi WOULDN’T have improved Man United squad

Steve Green
van gaal man utd

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal made an astonishing claim that he did not sign Pedro or Nicolas Otamendi because he felt they wouldn’t improve his squad, the Daily Express reports. United are known to be in need of some new attacking reinforcements this summer having already let go of Robin van Persie and Radamel Falcao, but was beaten to the punch on Pedro’s signature, while van Gaal revealed that he was not even interested in Otamendi, who joined cross-city rivals Manchester City. But a clearly pensive van Gaal went…

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Rival fans mercilessly mock Man United after missing out on Pedro and Nicolas Otamendi

Steve Green

It’s not been a good day for Manchester United fans. This morning they saw top defensive target Nicolas Otamendi link up with cross-city rivals Manchester City before having to helplessly watch Pedro make the move to Chelsea after being tipped to sign him all summer. This, naturally, has come as a great delight to fans of teams other than United, and a number have taken to social media site Twitter to crack some jokes at their expense. There’s a lot out there, but below are just some of the best……

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Done deal: Man City beat United to signature of defender Nicolas Otamendi

Jordan Harris

Manchester City have confirmed on their official website that Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi has completed his move to the Etihad, having signed a five-year deal. To Manchester United fans, though, it is another rather sickening reminder that another one of their targets will be lining up against them this season. According to the Daily Star, Louis van Gaal was keen to bring the Argentine international to the Premier League this summer, only to miss out on the 27-year-old. What makes the move all the more soul-destroying for United – apart from…

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(Images) Jorge Mendes spotted in Manchester as City step up Otamendi move

Steve Green

High profile football agent Jorge Mendes has been seen in Manchester after flying in to meet with City chiefs over a deal that would see them sign Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi for next to nothing, the Daily Mirror reports. The Spanish giants currently owe City £23.8m because their promise to make Alvaro Negredo’s loan move permanent this summer, and it now appears that they have offered up Otamendi to settle the debt. Otamendi, 27, has a £35.5m release clause installed in his contract, though it is widely believed that they…

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Valencia make VERY TEMPTING offer regarding Nicolas Otamendi as Man City refuse to let Eliaquim Mangala go on loan

Jordan Harris

Valencia have told Manchester City that they can sign defender Nicolas Otamendi in a cut-price deal, according to the Daily Mirror. The La Liga side are resigned to losing the 27-year-old this summer, after his agent informed Los Che that he wished to move on, the Mirror report. With that in mind, the club were willing to negotiate a deal with the Citizens, as long as it involved Eliaquim Mangala heading to Spain on loan. However, Manuel Pellegrini has rejected that proposal as the Frenchman features heavily in his first-team…

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Man United news: £56.7m bid planned for Thomas Muller, but Otamendi heading elsewhere

Jordan Harris

Here is Monday’s news and gossip concerning Manchester United: The Red Devils are planning to make a stunning £56.7m bid for Bayern Munich forward Thomas Muller, according to the Metro. The World Cup winner is reportedly interested in completing a move to Old Trafford. However, it appears that they have missed out on Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi, after the Daily Mail reported that he was closing in on a move to Manchester City. The Citizens are set to pay £28.5m and send Eliaquim Mangala to the Mestalla on loan for…

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Man United blow as target set to complete player-plus-cash move to Premier League title rivals

Jordan Harris

Manchester United’s hopes of landing Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi appear to be over, after AS claimed that the 27-year-old was closing in on a move to Manchester City. Louis van Gaal has been keen on bringing the Argentina international to Old Trafford for most of the summer, while the Citizens joined the race much more recently (via Independent). And it seemed inevitable that his move to the Premier League would be completed imminently after the Independent claimed that he had asked to be excused from training. The Independent also reported that…

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Man United news: Pedro’s move to be completed on Tuesday, while Bayern Munich forward interested in joining him at Old Trafford

Jordan Harris

Here is Sunday’s news and gossip concerning Manchester United: Pedro’s £24m move from Barcelona will be completed after the second leg of their Spanish Super Cup clash, according to the Metro. The Spaniard is set to be handed the number nine shirt at Old Trafford, and could make his debut against Newcastle. Bayern Munich forward Thomas Muller has reportedly told friends that he would be interested in following Bastian Schweinsteiger to the Premier League, according to the Daily Express. Louis van Gaal has already seen two bids turned down for…

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Man United target set to go on strike to force through Premier League move

Steve Green

Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi could finally be set to join Manchester United after he refused to train with the Spanish giants, according to the Metro. The 27-year-old was one of La Liga’s most consistent defenders last term, and as such has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford this summer. His absence from Valencia’s squad for the friendly clash with Monaco earlier this week was noticeable, and reports in Spanish publication Marca claimed that the Argentine international asked manager Nuno Espirito Santo to be left out of the…

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Man United gossip: Red Devils CAN’T afford £21.3m Pedro and Kane shuns Old Trafford interest

Steve Green

Saturday’s biggest Manchester United news and transfer rumour roundup. Manchester United are in dispute with Barcelona over the £21.3m buyout clause in 28-year-old forward Pedro’s contract at the Nou Camp, the Daily Mail reports. Their delay could allow cross-city rivals Manchester City to steal in with an offer of their own. Manchester United and Manchester City target Nicolas Otamendi is close to leaving Valencia after the 27-year-old defender asked not to take part in training on Thursday because he did not feel in the right frame of mind, AS.com reports.…

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Man United gossip: Van Gaal FINALLY targets two defenders and Muller move back on

Steve Green

Thursday’s biggest Manchester United news and transfer stories. Manchester United are close to completing a deal to sign Valencia’s 27-year-old centre-back Nicolas Otamendi, according to The Independent. The defender has been linked with a move to Old Trafford for the majority of the summer and it now appears as though the deal may finally go ahead. United manager Louis van Gaal’s hopes of signing Spain defender Sergio Ramos seem to be over after the 29-year-old agreed a new contract at Real Madrid, the London Evening Standard. He had initially agreed…

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Otamendi Man United: Valencia-based TV station claim to have proof that move WILL HAPPEN

Jordan Harris

Valencia-based TV station SillasGol have claimed that Nicolas Otamendi’s move to Manchester United is set to be completed imminently, and they allege to have proof that that is the case, according to the Metro. The Valencia defender has been linked with a move to Old Trafford this summer, but the Metro report that Louis van Gaal put Real Madrid’s Sergio Ramos higher on his list of targets. However, with the Spaniard set to sign a new bumper contract at the Bernabeu, attention has switched back to Otamendi (via Metro). And…

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Otamendi Manchester United: Valencia star wants Old Trafford move according to Spanish football expert

Jordan Harris

Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi does want to move to Manchester United this summer, according to Spanish football expert Graham Hunter. The Red Devils became interested in the Argentinian after he enjoyed a wonderful year at the Mestalla, helping the La Liga side finish fourth in the top flight, and qualify for the play-off round of the Champions League, which is the same round from which United will enter the competition. The Metro report that Louis van Gaal remains keen on the 27-year-old, despite Valencia reportedly slapping a £35.4m price tag…

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Manchester United gossip: £35m move for Otamendi planned, while Pedro’s move to be completed next week

Jordan Harris

Here is Sunday’s news and gossip concerning Manchester United: Pedro will complete his move to Manchester United after Barcelona’s UEFA Super Cup clash with Sevilla, according to the Metro. The winger will move to Old Trafford for around £22m. The Red Devils are considering whether to make a £35m bid for Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi, according to the Metro. Louis van Gaal remains interested in Sergio Ramos, but the Argentinian is his first choice. Everton are reportedly willing to let young defender John Stones leave Goodison Park for £34m this…

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Manchester United considering £35m move for international defender

Jordan Harris

Louis van Gaal is considering whether to spend £35m of the money made from the sale of Angel Di Maria on bringing Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi to Manchester United this summer, according to the Metro. The Dutchman appears keen to bring in an experienced centre-back during this window, with the Metro reporting that Real Madrid’s Sergio Ramos has also been linked with an Old Trafford switch. However, it is the Argentinian that is catching his eye. Valencia do not want to let go of their key man, but may be…

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Man United gossip: PSG LOWBALL over Di Maria fee and Reds RAGE at Ramos

Steve Green

Wednesday’s biggest Man United news and transfer rumours. Paris St-Germain have bid £28.5m for Manchester United’s 27-year-old Argentina winger Angel Di Maria, who signed for the Old Trafford club for £59.7m last summer, The Guardian reports. However, Chief Executive Ed Woodward is believed to be holding out for more money before sanctioning the move. Man United winger Ashley Young has emerged as a target for Tottenham Hotspur after being scared off by the £25m asking price Crystal Palace set for Yannick Bolasie, the Daily Mirror reports. Young had been in…

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Man United decide NOT to sign Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi

Jordan Harris

Despite Sergio Ramos reportedly deciding that he wants to stay with Real Madrid (via Daily Star), it appears that Louis van Gaal has ended his interest in another of his key defensive targets. According to the Daily Express, the Red Devils are no longer keen on bringing Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi to Old Trafford this summer. The 27-year-old had been the La Liga side’s best player last season, helping the club finish fourth in the top flight. Their league position means that they will enter the Champions League at the…

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Manchester United gossip: Talks held regarding £35m defender, and Barcelona star says he’s coming to Old Trafford

Jordan Harris

Here is Monday’s news and rumours concerning Manchester United: United and bitter rivals Manchester City have reportedly held talks with Jorge Mendes over the weekend, as both sides prepare to make bids for Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi, according to the Daily Star. The Premier League pair are set to submit offers of around £35m for the 27-year-old. Barcelona winger Pedro has reportedly told friends that he will be moving to Old Trafford this summer, the Metro report. Chelsea and Liverpool are also keen on the Spaniard, but he wishes to…

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Man United gossip: De Gea and Ramos updates and defender prepares to go on strike

Steve Green

Friday’s biggest Man United news and transfer rumour roundup. Manchester United could keep David De Gea this season, with Real Madrid increasingly likely to wait until next summer to sign the 24-year-old Spain goalkeeper on a free transfer, The Times reports. The two clubs are still at a stalemate over a deal and it looks as if relations between the sides could turn frosty. However, United will bid £42m for Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos, 29, after the Spanish club rejected an opening bid of £31m, AS.com reports. Valencia defender…

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Analysing Chelsea’s five BIGGEST summer transfer targets:

Steve Green

Chelsea are usually big movers in the transfer window, and this summer will be no different. Having already brought in three new faces this summer, it won’t be long before the Blues move for more. With that in mind, we’re analysing the five player’s they’re most prominently linked with to decide whether they’re likely to go ahead and if they’d be good moves. Charles Aranguiz Currently plying his trade in Brazil with Internacional, the Chilean midfielder has seen his name linked with a move to Premier League duo Chelsea and…

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Manchester United CLEAR to sign Nicolas Otamendi after Chelsea PULL OUT of race

Jordan Harris

Manchester United’s hopes of landing Valencia’s Nicolas Otamendi have received a major boost, after Chelsea reportedly pulled out of the race to sign the defender. According to the Metro, the 27-year-old has been a long-time target for the Old Trafford outfit, leading to speculation that Louis van Gaal would finally make a deal happen during this summer. However, the Blues planned to scupper the move. The Metro report that Jose Mourinho hoped to offer the Argentinian an incredibly lucrative contract to lure him to Stamford Bridge. However, they have now…

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Manchester United gossip: Veteran keeper set for exit, but flop star urged to stay

Jordan Harris

Here is Thursday’s news and gossip concerning Manchester United: Victor Valdes looks set to leave the club during this window, after his relationship with Louis van Gaal publicly broke down, the Daily Mirror report. The manager accused the 33-year-old of refusing to play for the reserves, which prompted Valdes to respond with a tweet asking for respect. While Valdes’ United future looks bleak, van Gaal is keen to persuade Angel Di Maria to rebuild his reputation with the Premier League side, the Daily Star report. The winger has been attracting…

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