In an unexpected turn of events, Manchester City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, has issued a heartfelt apology to midfielder Kalvin Phillips, expressing regret for his limited role in the team during the current season. Despite initial expectations of a more prominent position, Phillips has seen only four Premier League appearances, none of which were starts, fueling speculations about a potential transfer to Juventus or Liverpool. Guardiola’s remorse was evident as he acknowledged the inadequacy of his decisions regarding Phillips, emphasizing his sincere apology for not providing the player with more playing time. The manager admitted that Phillips did not deserve…
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Chelsea seems poised to continue its trend of transferring players to Saudi Arabia for the upcoming season. Notably, Edouard Mendy and Kalidou Koulibaly were sold to Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli, respectively, while N’Golo Kante joined Al-Ittihad in the summer. The latest speculation surrounds Romelu Lukaku, who, despite being on loan at AS Roma, might be the next player to join the Saudi Pro League. Journalist Fabio Santini, in an interview with TV Play, revealed that Lukaku has accepted a substantial offer from Saudi Arabia. While there were earlier talks of AS Roma signing him permanently for around £35 million, recent…
Pep Lijnders, ahead of Liverpool’s Carabao Cup quarter-final against West Ham, has advised the club’s leadership to find the best solution for Fabio Carvalho if he returns from his loan at RB Leipzig. The 21-year-old has seen limited playing time in Germany, featuring in just one Bundesliga start. Reports hint at Liverpool terminating Carvalho’s season-long loan. Speaking to the media, Jurgen Klopp’s assistant stressed the importance of Carvalho getting playing minutes, whether at Anfield or elsewhere, to regain rhythm and confidence. Lijnders underlined, “Finding rhythm is crucial. A player’s confidence and performance change significantly based on their rhythm and…
The Glazer family, proprietors of Manchester United, had previously indicated their openness to exploring “strategic alternatives,” potentially involving partial or complete ownership changes for the club. Earlier this year, potential buyers, INEOS founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, submitted respective offers to acquire Manchester United from the Glazers. Despite this, they have yet to receive any response regarding the acceptance of their proposals. Recent developments suggest that Sir Jim Ratcliffe is considering acquiring a minority stake in Manchester United. The team’s fans, consistently critical of the Glazer ownership, once again expressed…
Arsenal icon Ian Wright recently disclosed the club’s departure from pursuing high-priced players like Toney or Osimhen, shifting focus to a speed-focused £20 million star. Reports indicate that in the imminent January transfer window, Arsenal is exploring options beyond initial interests in Toney and Osimhen, with Marcos Leonardo emerging as a potential surprise signing. Football journalist Steve Kay sheds light on the situation, revealing Arsenal’s scouting of Leonardo since June. Describing the Santos player as possessing qualities akin to Sergio Aguero, Kay highlights Leonardo’s speed, ball-handling, and goal-scoring prowess. Despite Santos’ last-place finish, Arsenal is genuinely interested, and Leonardo is…
In preparation for the 2024 season, Arsenal is actively searching for a top-tier striker and aims to finalize a deal in the January transfer window, despite facing financial constraints. The challenge prompts innovative negotiations with Brentford for the potential acquisition of Ivan Toney. FootballTransfers discloses that Brentford is open to discussing a deal involving staggered payments, facilitating a feasible January transfer for Arsenal. The positive relationship between the two clubs, evident in David Raya’s loan to the Emirates last summer, positions them well for potential negotiations despite financial limitations. To materialize the transfer, Arsenal must meet Brentford’s valuation…
During a season characterized by intense scrutiny of match officials and the VAR system, Liverpool has found itself at the center of controversial refereeing decisions. The PGMOL, under fire for notable errors, has issued numerous apologies to affected clubs. Howard Webb, Chief Refereeing Officer of PGMOL, has taken to television to address these mistakes and has suggested measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. One particularly disputed call revolved around Diogo Dalot of Manchester United, who received two quick yellow cards for dissent against Liverpool. Michael Oliver’s choice to send off the full-back in the late stages of…
Barcelona is reportedly eyeing a January move for Arsenal’s Thomas Partey, contemplating a £50 million deal. Despite uncertainties about Arsenal’s willingness to part with the midfielder, Barcelona sees Partey as a potential replacement for their injured player, Gavi. However, financial constraints might limit Barcelona to a loan deal, according to President Joan Laporta. Partey, a pivotal figure in Mikel Arteta’s plans for Arsenal, has faced injury challenges this season, prompting speculation about the club’s interest in signing a replacement like Joao Palhinha. Arteta envisions a formidable partnership between Partey and summer signing Declan Rice to stabilize the team. …
Barcelona’s head coach, Xavi Hernández, is facing intense scrutiny amid a challenging season marked by humiliating defeats and doubts about his ability to lead the team. Despite recent setbacks against Girona and Royal Antwerp, Xavi remains defiant, expressing confidence in his role and determination to guide Barcelona through the crisis. As the team currently sits in fourth place in La Liga and struggles in the Champions League, reports of internal issues with management and dressing-room leaders have surfaced. The pressure on Xavi is further amplified by the looming possibility of his departure in the event of another poor result,…
As Manchester City landed in Saudi Arabia for the FIFA Club World Cup, fans rejoiced at Kevin De Bruyne’s return to training, but disappointment followed when he wasn’t even on the bench against Urawa Red Diamonds. Journalist Joe Bray from the Manchester Evening News clarified that De Bruyne’s absence was intentional, designed to ease him back through training rather than risking immediate game action. Bray explained that despite De Bruyne, Erling Haaland, and Jeremy Doku arriving with the squad for the CWC semi-final, their presence didn’t guarantee match participation. None of them made it to the bench, aligning with…