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Atletico Madrid POWERLESS to stop Antoine Griezmann making Chelsea move

Steve Green

Respected football journalist Graham Hunter believes Spanish giants Atletico Madrid may be forced to sell star forward Antoine Griezmann this summer, the Daily Express reports. READ MORE: Chelsea News and Goals Chelsea midfielder refuses to rule out surprise Arsenal move Chelsea take lead in race to sign Paul Pogba The France international has been billed as a top priority for Blues boss Jose Mourinho this summer, but Atletico aren’t thought to be prepared to allow him to leave for any less than the £45m release clause installed in his contract.…

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Liverpool fans TURN on Danny Ings after poor display for England U-21

Steve Green

Liverpool fans seemed, by and large, decidedly nonplussed when they made the announcement that Burnley striker Danny Ings would be joining the club this summer. READ MORE: Chelsea News and Goals Petr Cech’s Arsenal move edges closer Chelsea set to miss out on Belgian star Despite outscoring every member of Liverpool’s front line last term, his low stature in the world game failed to get many excited. However, following Wednesday night’s poor performance with the England Under-21s, he has done himself no favours at getting them back onside. Gareth Southgate’s…

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Julian Draxler: I want to join Arsenal

Steve Green

Schalke midfield starlet Julian Draxler is reportedly eyeing up a move to Arsenal this summer, according to the Metro. SEE ALSO: Full Arsenal 2015/16 fixture list Leaked images of Arsenal’s 2015/16 away kit David Ospina set for Arsenal exit The 21-year-old has been consistently linked with a move to north London, and now appears to be hopeful of seeing the deal go through in the very near future. However, the main stumbling block in the deal, as it has always been, it Schalke’s £28.7m valuation, according to Italian news source…

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Arsenal given boost in hunt for Italian international Stephan El Shaarawy

Steve Green

The agent of Italian international forward Stephan El Shaarawy has claimed that his client would be open to an exit from AC Milan this summer, thus giving Arsenal a boost in the race for his signature, according to the Metro. READ MORE: Arsenal News and Goals Arsenal striker hints at summer exit Manuel El Shaarawy, who is not only Stephan’s agent but his brother too, has claimed that there is a lot of interest in the Milan star’s signature and that a move could definitely be on the cards. Arsenal…

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Wales vs Belgium – Match preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Wales will be almost on the brink of securing qualification for Euro 2016 if they can get the better of Belgium in a top of the table clash in Group A. The visitors lead the table by virtue of goal difference, with both sides having won three and drawn two of their five games so far, a sequence that includes the goalless draw between the pair back in November. On that day Wales defended heroically and cancelled out the World Cup quarter-finalists, who badly misfired. A similar performance as well…

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Croatia vs Italy – Match preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Euro 2016 qualifying Group H leaders Croatia will be looking to extend their lead of second-placed Italy to five points when the two sides meet in Zagreb on Friday in a game which will be played behind closed doors. Racist chanting by supporters during the win over Norway in March means that this game will be played in an empty stadium, while there were also some regrettable scenes when the two sides met in the reverse fixture in October as the game was suspended before finishing in a 1-1 draw.…

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Juventus will consider £58m bids for Paul Pogba as Chelsea and Red Devils continue to lurk

Steve Green
pogba juventus

Italian giants Juventus are reportedly ready to offers that match their £58m valuation of in-demand midfielder Paul Pogba this summer, according to journalist Ghilda Pensante (via the Daily Express). READ MORE: Manchester United News and Gossip United to move for Mandzukic Bayern consider selling Mario Gotze The 22-year-old has been consistently linked with an exit from Turin recently, with both Chelsea and Manchester United being credited with an interest in his signature. France international, Pogba, linked up with the Old Lady in the summer of 2013 on a free transfer…

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(Video) PES 2016 teaser trailer: Neymar stars in ultra realistic ad

Steve Green

Football is full of rivalries. Whether it be Messi vs Ronaldo, England vs Scotland, or River vs Boca, none seem to divide the fans as much as the debate between Pro Evo vs FIFA. Having taken an early lead, PES lost it’s crown as the top football game in recent years to FIFA, and has been playing catch up ever since. However, judging by the look of it, PES could be in with a great chance of leapfrogging their great rivals if the teaser trailer is anything to go by.…

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Former Liverpool star Michael Owen says club should cash in on Raheem Sterling

Steve Green

Former Liverpool star Michael Owen believes the club should cash in on Raheem Sterling, saying that he has reached the point of no return with the fans, The Sun reports. READ MORE: Liverpool News and Goals Liverpool line up Glen Johnson replacement Markovic Benfica: Winger may make shock return to former club Owen claims that the bad blood between the player, club and fans has reached boiling point and that the best thing to do for everyone one involved is to part ways. “Now it’s gone a bit too far,”…

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Arsenal told to cough up £40m for highly-rated Porto star

Steve Green

Arsenal have been told it will cost them £40m to snap up highly-rated winger Yacine Brahimi this summer, according to The Telegraph. READ MORE: Arsenal News and Goals The Gunners have been keeping a close watch on the 25-year-old, who has built on his impressive performances at last summer’s World Cup with Algeria by enhancing his reputation with with Portuguese big guns this term. And their chances of snapping him up have seemingly increased after Porto performed a U-turn over their initial stance on his future, and are now ready…

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(Video) Juventus 1 – 3 Barcelona: Full Champions League final highlights and goals

Steve Green

It’s been four long years since Barcelona were last able to bring the Champions League back to the Nou Camp, but they’ve nabbed the title from current holders and arch-rivals Real Madrid with a hard fought victory over Italian giants Juventus in Berlin. SEE ALSO: The top ten Premier League players of 2014/15 Favourites from the start, Barca took control early on, but were made to fight for the right to come out on top in an exciting second half. But don’t take our word for it, see for yourself…

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(Video) The five best goals in a Champions League final: Man United’s last gasp winner included

Steve Green

With the likes of Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Carlos Tevez all on the pitch, the 2015 Champions League final has the potential for some amazing goals. SEE ALSO: Juventus vs Barcelona Champions League final preview Juventus vs Barcelona combined XI With that in mind we’ve decided to help you take a trip back down memory lane to relive five of the greatest goals the Champions League final has ever seen. 5. Hernan Crespo (AC Milan vs Liverpool – 2005) The 2005 finale between Milan and Liverpool was one of…

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(Video) Cristiano Ronaldo films thank you message to his fans

Steve Green

Real Madrid legend Cristiano Ronaldo has filmed and released a video slamming the press for the treatment he receives from them and thanking his fans for sticking with him through what he described as a “tough year”. READ MORE: Manchester United Transfer Gossip Sepp Blatter Irina Shayk: Did FIFA boss get it on with Ronaldo’s ex? Since picking up the Ballon d’Or earlier in the year, he saw his Real Madrid side slump to finish the season empty handed, which coincided with a resurgence in form from arch-rival Lionel Messi.…

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Ten swap deals that could happen this summer: Chelsea and Man United prepared to offer up stars to land top targets

Steve Green

With the transfer market fast approaching, there will be a number of transfers that will require an extra sweetener to help push a deal through. SEE ALSO: Liverpool willing to trade Sterling for Arsenal pair When money isn’t enough, players are offered up in exchange, and this upcoming window has the scope to see a number of deals being done on this basis. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of ten possible swap deals that could go ahead in the coming months. Felipe Luis (Chelsea) and Koke (Atletico…

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Theo Walcott seeks Wenger assurances before penning new deal

Steve Green

Arsenal forward Theo Walcott is set to meet with manager Arsene Wenger this week do discuss how and where he will be used next season before committing himself to the club for the long-term future, the Daily Mirror reports. READ MORE: Arsenal Goals and Highlights The 26-year-old has just a year remaining on his current deal worth £90,000-per-week, and will now finally sit down with club representatives to discuss extending his stay at the Emirates. But the England international has more concerns not only over the amount of game time…

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Jack Wilshere: I won’t be joining Liverpool or Man City

Steve Green

Arsenal midfield ace Jack Wilshere has stated that he does not believe he will leave the club this summer following recent links to both Liverpool and Manchester City, according to the Daily Express. The Premier League giants have both been tipped to make summer moves for the 23-year-old this summer after reports claimed several £30m offers were to be tabled when the transfer window reopens in July. Liverpool are believed to have targeted Wilshere as a possible replacement for iconic veteran Steven Gerrard, as he fits the bill of being…

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Liverpool set to sign James Miner on free transfer deal as Anfield side line up £100k a week contract

Mark Apostolou

Man City star James Milner will quit the Etihad Stadium this summer and is set to join Liverpool on a free transfer deal according to the Daily Mirror. READ MORE: Bony: Toure needs to stay at Man City Liverpool fancy Dani Carvajal, claim Spanish reports The experienced England international has turned down the offer of a new Man City contract and will apparently snub Arsenal for a move to Anfield. The Daily Mirror claims that the relatively short-distance move to Merseyside is a prime reason for Milner’s willingness to join…

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Dyche confident Burnley will bounce back from relegation

Stephen Donovan

Burnley manager Sean Dyche believes his side are capable of making a serious challenge to return to the Premier League next season after their relegation to the Championship was confirmed on Saturday, writes BBC Sport. Demotion came despite only their second away victory of the season at fellow strugglers Hull City, but other results went against them as Aston Villa, Sunderland and Leicester City all won to ensure that they cannot be caught by the Clarets. The only goal of the game was scored by top scorer Danny Ings, who…

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Gareth Bale “not for sale” from Real Madrid this summer

Crippy Cooke

Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale will not be sold this summer, claims the player’s agent Jonathan Barnett, who questioned why his client would ever want to leave the Santiago Bernabeu, let alone suggesting no side in Europe are willing to meet the asking price likely to be required, reports Sky Sports. Bale, 25, has endured a disappointing second season with Real Madrid, drawing criticism from pundits and supporters alike. Against Juventus in the Champions League semi-final, the Welsh international was hauled off in the second-half, and was heavily criticised for…

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Spain’s professional league looking to prevent La Liga suspension

Crippy Cooke

The Spanish football federation (RFEF) and the Spain professional league (LFP) have been embroiled in an ongoing dispute over new regulations brought in to equally distribute TV revenue. It led to the La Liga season being suspended by the RFEF, but the LFP are looking at preventing the move, reports Sky Sports. The Spanish La Liga season is coming to a close, with three games left for the sides in the top-flight. The title race is between Barcelona and Real Madrid, with the Catalan giants currently two points clear. There’s…

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Henry full of praise for former teammate Lionel Messi following Champions League performance

Crippy Cooke

Ex-Barcelona striker Thierry Henry lauded Lionel Messi’s performance in Wednesday night’s Champions League semi-final clash against Bayern Munich, questioning what defence can keep the Argentine quiet when he’s on top form, reports Sky Sports. Lionel Messi produced a masterclass performance for the Catalan giants against Bayern Munich at the Nou Camp, scoring two goals and setting up a third. His opening goal was fired in at the near past from the edge of the area, with Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer taken for surprise. His second was true brilliance, weaving past…

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Leicester City 3-0 Newcastle United: Nine-man Magpies suffer 8th consecutive league defeat

Crippy Cooke

Leicester City piled on the misery against Newcastle United at the King Power Stadium on Saturday afternoon, with Leonardo Ulloa grabbing a brace as the Foxes’ fine run of form continued with all three points earned against John Carver’s men, reports BBC Sport. Leicester took the lead inside of a minute through Ulloa, who took advantage of poor Newcastle defending. The former Brighton man headed home early on to give the Foxes a dream start to the game, while ensure Newcastle would have a mountain to climb to get back…

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Mourinho hails ‘magnificent’ Chelsea

Andrew Tuft

Jose Mourinho spoke proudly of his Chelsea players after they moved to within three points of the Premier League title by beating Leicester City, Sky Sports has reported. Leicester took the lead shortly before half-time through a Marc Albrighton goal but Chelsea responded after the interval, Didier Drogba drawing the Blues level before John Terry and Ramires sealed the victory. Chelsea can now clinch the title by beating Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on Sunday as they are 13 points clear of Manchester City and Arsenal. City have only four…

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Pearson: Leicester didn’t deserve Chelsea defeat

Andrew Tuft

Leicester City manager Nigel Pearson believes the 3-1 defeat to Premier League leaders Chelsea was harsh on his players, Sky Sports has reported, arguing their performance deserved more. The Foxes took the lead moments before half-time through a Marc Albrighton goal but the Blues recovered after the interval, equalising via a Didier Drogba goal before John Terry and Ramires sealed the victory. Chelsea are now one win away from sealing the league title while Leicester are left a point outside the bottom three, having played a game more than 18th-place…

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Pearson: I will ask Cambiasso the secret to beat Mourinho

Crippy Cooke

Leicester City manager Nigel Pearson did reveal he would speak to midfielder Esteban Cambiasso to try and work out the secret to beat Jose Mourinho when the Foxes lock horns with his Chelsea side tonight, given that the two worked together during their time with Inter Milan, reports Sky Sports. The Argentine international won the treble with Mourinho at Inter in 2010, and is currently playing for Leicester City after being made available on a free transfer last summer. He’s long wanted to play in the Premier League, and has…

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