In the course of this year, a notable trend has emerged in the English Football League (EFL) involving former Premier League clubs facing points deductions. The most recent club to fall victim to this punitive measure is Reading, currently competing in League One. Their recent deduction of three points stemmed from the failure of their owner, Dai Yongge, to provide adequate funding in an account designated to cover the monthly payroll. The EFL, as reported by the BBC, had instructed Dai Yongge to deposit 125% of the wage bill into this specified account by a certain deadline, which unfortunately…
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Arsenal is reportedly considering revisiting their interest in Serbian striker Dusan Vlahovic, who turned down a move to the club two years ago. Despite a decent start to the Premier League season, Arsenal has struggled to find consistency under manager Mikel Arteta. Arteta has been experimenting with different lineups and is gradually integrating new signings like Kai Havertz into the midfield. Kai Havertz, brought in for his height and hold-up play, may not entirely fulfill the need for a physical striker in the team, and this has led to speculation about Arsenal’s interest in Dusan Vlahovic. The Football Transfers…
Frank Lampard’s potential managerial return to a top club has sparked excitement in the football world. Reports suggest that Lyon, a prominent French club currently struggling in Ligue 1, is considering him as a replacement for their former manager, Laurent Blanc. Lyon’s woes in Ligue 1 have been evident, with just one point from their first four matches. This poor start prompted Blanc to leave his post by mutual consent, and Lyon began their search for a new leader even before his departure. Initially, Graham Potter was approached for the role, but the Englishman declined the offer. Now,…
According to reports from Italy, Chelsea is rumored to be in the running for the sensational transfer of Victor Osimhen from Napoli by the end of this season. The Blues’ ability to secure this transfer might hinge on their qualification for the upcoming Champions League, as suggested by Mattino di Napoli. In the early stages of the Serie A season, where they aim to defend their championship title, Osimhen has seamlessly picked up from where he left off the previous year. With an impressive 26-goal league season in Italy under his belt, contributing to Napoli’s triumph, he has already…
The Premier League’s 2023-24 season is underway, and Manchester City has unveiled its 20-man roster for the campaign. While many familiar names like Julian Alvarez, Phil Foden, Jack Grealish, and Erling Haaland made the cut, there are some notable absences, including Josko Gvardiol, Jeremy Doku, and Rico Lewis, the breakout player of the previous season. However, there’s no need for panic among City fans. The Premier League rules allow clubs to select up to 25 players for their squad, and they can also include individuals under the age of 21 without having to include them on the official squad…
Kai Havertz recently made a bold statement, claiming superiority over certain Premier League strikers. He asserted, “At least I’m better than him; I scored a winning goal in a Champions League final for Chelsea, and he didn’t.” This statement drew the agreement of former Manchester United legend, Gary Lineker, who expressed his belief that Havertz surpasses Tottenham’s Richarlison and Manchester United’s Anthony Martial. Havertz’s summer transfer to Arsenal for £65 million raised eyebrows in the football world, given his underwhelming performance during his three years at Chelsea. The German international faced difficulties adapting to his new club, prompting Arsenal…
According to reports, Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva still has a strong desire to join Barcelona in the summer of 2024, as indicated by Mundo Deportivo. This comes as a surprising development considering that the Portuguese midfielder recently extended his contract with Manchester City, committing to stay until 2026. Despite this, it appears that Silva is determined to pursue his dream of becoming a Barcelona player by leaving Manchester City at the end of the current season. It’s worth noting that Bernardo Silva has been linked with a move to Barcelona for the past two summer transfer windows. His desire…
West Ham’s forward has shown consistent improvement over the years and is emerging as a potential candidate to succeed Mohamed Salah at Liverpool. Despite not being the most high-profile name, Jarrod Bowen possesses attributes that make him a compelling option for Liverpool. During the summer transfer window, Salah attracted interest from Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad, but their bid of up to £150 million was rejected. As Salah’s contract approaches its final year, there’s anticipation that Al-Ittihad’s interest could resurface, potentially leaving Liverpool in need of a successor for one of their greatest players. One of the standout prospects…
Gareth Southgate, the England manager, has once again found himself defending one of his players, this time Harry Maguire, after a wave of fresh criticism following England’s 3-1 win against Scotland on Tuesday night. Maguire, a Manchester United player, made headlines for scoring an own goal in the second half of the match, adding fuel to the debate surrounding his performance, which has faced scrutiny over the past two seasons. Southgate, known for his unwavering support of his squad members, didn’t hold back in his response to the criticism. He expressed astonishment at the level of scrutiny and backlash…
Gareth Southgate, the England manager, strongly criticized the treatment that Harry Maguire has received recently, describing it as a “joke.” Maguire, the Manchester United center half, has faced a wave of criticism, including being stripped of the captaincy and told he has no future at the club. In a friendly international match against Scotland, Maguire was booed by the fans when he came on in the second half and even scored an own goal. However, Southgate expressed his encouragement when he heard the traveling fans chanting Maguire’s name during England’s 3-1 victory over Scotland. He passionately defended the 30-year-old…