Tag: Youri Tielemans

Manchester United’s interest in Belgian starlet confirmed

Vyom Chaudhary

Manchester United are contemplating a move for Anderlecht midfielder Youri Tielemans, according to the latest report. The 19-year-old is one of the hottest midfield prospects in European football at the moment and has been previously linked with moves to the Red Devils, Chelsea, and Juventus. Despite his young age, Tielemans has already made more than 100 senior appearances for his club in the Belgian Jupiler Pro League. A recent report from Polish publication Weslo has claimed that United manager Jose Mourinho has already made an enquiry about the availability of the…

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Belgian chosen best Under-18 footballer in the world, five UK wonderkids make the top 50

Vincent Van Genechten

According to Goal‘s 37 international editions, Youri Tielemans is the best Under-18 footballer in the world, with five wonderkids from the UK making the list of 50. The sports news website took a look at all players who were born after January 20, 1997. Anderlecht’s Tielemans comes out as the best in the world, with Goal being very clear on why he’s their top gun: “He may only be 18 but to describe Youri Tielemans as a promising player would actually be offensive. The Belgian is already the real deal.…

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Manchester United to sign Italian wonderkid, face competition for Belgian starlet

Vincent Van Genechten

Manchester United are on the brink of signing 16-year-old Luca Ercolani, while they are facing competition to sign Belgian starlet Youri Tielemans. According to Metro, the Red Devils have agreed a transfer fee for Ercolani. The Italian is currently playing in Serie D (fourth tier league) with Forli FC. Ercolani plays as a centre back and will aparently cost United £50,000 after impressing on trial. The 16-year-old seems to be a fan of the Red Devils, as he has posted pictures on his Instagram account wearing training outfits from the club. United…

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Chelsea gossip: Mourinho in row with fellow manager, and move lined up for Man United man

Jordan Harris

Here is Monday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: Jose Mourinho engaged in a bust-up with Everton manager Roberto Martinez, after the Toffees defeated the Blues at the weekend, according to the Daily Mail. The Special One was angry that Martinez was the first of the pair to take part in a press conference, as he felt he should have been allowed to go first due to the return journey back to London. The Blues are interested in a surprising move for Manchester United goalkeeper Victor Valdes, according to the Daily Mirror.…

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Arsenal news: Wenger tells board to get Real Madrid star, while bid planned for Belgian prospect

Jordan Harris

Here is Monday’s news and gossip concerning Arsenal: Arsene Wenger has told the club’s hierarchy to go out and get Real Madrid playmaker Isco, according to the Metro. The Spaniard is also being pursued by Manchester City, but Los Blancos will accept nothing less than £36.7m for the 23-year-old. Arsenal have received a boost should they decide to go back in for Isco’s Madrid teammate Karim Benzema, the Metro report. Despite the Frenchman’s desire to stay at the Bernabeu, Los Blancos are allegedly open to offers for the 27-year-old. The…

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Arsenal monitoring Belgian starlet ahead of potential January move

Jordan Harris

Arsenal are reportedly keeping an eye on Anderlecht prospect Youri Tielemans ahead of a potential January move, according to the Metro. The midfielder is being touted as one of the biggest talents in Europe currently, and has already made his mark on the European stage after becoming the youngest player to ever feature in a Champions League game in 2013 (via Metro). Although the new season is still in its infancy, Tielemans is well on course to enjoy his best campaign by some way. He has already scored three goals from…

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Chelsea gossip and news: Blues make £20m Ox bid and £14.4m Belgian targeted

Steve Green

Wednesday’s biggest Chelsea news and transfer rumours. SEE ALSO: Chelsea 2015/16 fixture list Chelsea have targeted Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic, 27, as a replacement for Petr Cech, according to The Telegraph. However, Jose Mourinho faces a task in convincing the player to spend his peak years as a number two to Thibaut Courtois. Arsenal have rejected a swap deal for Cech, 33, that would see 21-year-old midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain join Chelsea. The Gunners would prefer a cash-only deal worth £10m to sign the Blues’ back-up goalkeeper, the Daily Mirror…

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Chelsea and Arsenal back on the trail of exciting £14.4m Belgian starlet

Steve Green

Premier League giants Chelsea and Arsenal are said to be back in the hunt for £14.4m-rated Anderlecht youngster Youri Tielemans, according to the Daily Express. READ MORE: Chelsea News and Gossip Stamford Bridge redevelopment: Chelsea may spend three years in exile Four players better than Eden Hazard The teenage sensation only penned a new five-year deal with the Belgian giants late last month, but that doesn’t seem to have put off the English duo at all. However, they may both face some serious competition from Spain, where reports are claiming…

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