Manchester United had shown keen interest in securing the services of Real Madrid’s Brazilian sensation, Vinicius Jr., even going as far as offering him a highly lucrative contract. However, the 23-year-old winger has opted to extend his stay with the Los Blancos, declining a substantial financial package from the English club. According to reports from Defensa Central, Vinicius Jr. was earning approximately 3 million euros per season at Real Madrid, but Manchester United was ready to present a jaw-dropping deal, exceeding 20 million euros per season, equivalent to £335,000 a week. Nevertheless, the Brazilian international decided to remain at the…
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Currently, Casemiro is a prime target for the Saudi Pro League in 2024. According to reports from 90min, there might be an offer for the Manchester United midfielder in January. Manchester United signed Casemiro from Real Madrid in August 2022, significantly improving the team’s performance under the management of Erik ten Hag. His contributions, including crucial goals, helped United secure the Carabao Cup, reach the FA Cup final, and finish in the top four of the Premier League. Criticism has been directed at the substantial cost of his transfer, with United paying £60 million plus an additional £10 million in…
In an unexpected turn of events, Manchester City had to make a last-minute change to their lineup for the Champions League match against Young Boys. Originally, Manuel Akanji was slated to start, but he decided to conclude the warm-up prematurely, and his place was taken by Kyle Walker. Initially, it was reported that the Swiss international, Akanji, wasn’t feeling well. However, Pep Guardiola, the City manager, clarified after their 3-0 victory that Akanji was, in fact, dealing with a back injury. The stakes were high for City in their Group G match, as they needed a win to secure their…
The news of an extended absence for Thomas Partey is a significant setback for Arsenal, particularly as they head into the winter months. Initially expected to return for the holiday fixtures, Partey has been missing from action for several weeks, and now there are concerns that his absence could stretch into January 2024. Since his arrival from Atletico Madrid for a reported £45 million, Partey has faced multiple injury setbacks. This season, Arsenal’s manager, Mikel Arteta, has been unable to pair Partey with Declan Rice as frequently as he would have liked. Due to Partey’s ongoing injury concerns, Arsenal might…
Tottenham’s Ange Postecoglou has come under scrutiny for sticking to his high defensive line tactics even when down to nine players during a heated match against Chelsea. The game saw two red cards, with Cristian Romero and Destiny Udogie sent off, leaving Tottenham at a significant disadvantage against their London rivals Chelsea, who were led by former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino. Despite the numerical disadvantage, Postecoglou maintained his team’s aggressive attacking style, which exposed Tottenham’s defense to considerable risks. The match ultimately ended in a 4-1 victory for Chelsea, thanks to two late goals by Nicolas Jackson in injury time.…
Marcus Rashford has responded to speculation about his future at Manchester United amid recent controversy. There have been suggestions of tension between Rashford and United’s manager, Erik ten Hag. This came after Rashford apologized to Ten Hag for attending a nightclub party to celebrate his birthday following a 3-0 defeat to Manchester City. Reports emerged the day after the City match that Rashford had gone to the Chinawhite nightclub for a pre-arranged birthday party just hours after the loss at Old Trafford. Furthermore, Rashford was not included in the squad for United’s subsequent 1-0 win at Fulham, with the reason…
Setting aside the controversies and criticisms surrounding VAR, Mikel Arteta’s dissatisfaction, audacious claims from certain clubs, Anthony Taylor’s officiating, the constant stream of games, passionate radio pundits, ambiguous offside decisions, and the intricate handball rulings, one fundamental truth prevails in the Premier League: the best team will eventually triumph, while the weakest will struggle at the bottom. The integrity of the game remains intact, and any assertions to the contrary should be dismissed. What does indeed cast a shadow on the Premier League’s credibility is the behavior of players who attempt to deceive officials, managers who endorse such actions, and…
The January transfer window is looming, and the football world is abuzz with potential moves and player interests. Here’s a roundup of the latest transfer news and rumors from various clubs and players: 1. Bruno Fernandes a Target for Saudi Pro League Clubs: Manchester United’s captain, Bruno Fernandes, has caught the attention of clubs in the Saudi Pro League. Representatives from the league are planning talks with his camp about a possible transfer in the upcoming January window. 2. Manchester United Monitoring Lyon’s Rayan Cherki: The Red Devils are keeping a close eye on Lyon forward Rayan Cherki, who is…
In their upcoming meeting with PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited), Arsenal is preparing to present a comprehensive list of VAR decisions that have gone against them over the past 18 months. This move comes in the wake of the controversy stemming from their recent contentious defeat at the hands of Newcastle, which has left the Gunners at odds with match officials. Mikel Arteta, Arsenal’s manager, is facing potential repercussions after his outspoken criticism of the decision to allow Anthony Gordon’s disputed winning goal and his clear frustration with the lack of a red card for Bruno Guimaraes following an…
Former Manchester City player Joleon Lescott has drawn noteworthy comparisons between Bernardo Silva and the legendary David Silva following a remarkable display in City’s 6-1 victory over Bournemouth, a win that catapulted them to the top of the Premier League. During the match, Jeremy Doku, a promising Belgian talent, played a pivotal role by providing four assists and scoring a goal for the home team. Bournemouth managed to hold off City for the first half-hour, but Doku eventually broke the deadlock with a brilliant one-two with Rodri. Doku went on to assist Bernardo, who contributed City’s third goal, and then…