Ex-Chelsea defender explains why he fears for former club
Wayne Bridge has backed Chelsea for Europa League glory but fears his former club is hampered by unhappiness and facing a bleak short-term future. The Blues have endured a tumultuous first season under manager Maurizio Sarri and, unless an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport is successful, will be under a transfer embargo…
Pochettino says the rules can ‘f*ck off’ over Spurs team photo
Mauricio Pochettino wants all 23 of Tottenham’s squad players in the pre-match Champions League team photo and says the rules can “f*ck off”. Spurs will face Liverpool in the Champions League final on June 1 in Madrid after they staged an extraordinary comeback in the semi-final against Ajax. Pochettino, who recently escaped a touchline ban…
Liverpool ‘wouldn’t sign Ramos if he was available on a free’
Liverpool would not sign Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos even if he was available on a free transfer, according to reports. Spanish newspaper AS claimed yesterday that both Liverpool and Manchester United were interested in bringing the defender to the Premier League. However, a report in the Daily Mirror says that those reports fall wide…
Messi called Milner a ‘donkey’ during Liverpool loss
James Milner claims that he was called a “donkey” by Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi during Liverpool’s sensational Champions League semi-final comeback. The Reds bounced back from a 3-0 defeat in the Camp Nou to overwhelm Barcelona at Anfield, scoring four goals without reply to book a place in the final against Tottenham in Madrid on…
Man Utd, Arsenal ‘could face disappointment’ in Partey chase
Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey is reportedly interesting Premier League clubs Manchester United and Arsenal. The Ghanaian international has been linked with United as a replacement for the outgoing Ander Herrera, but the Red Devils face competition from Italy, where Inter Milan are interested. Partey’s agent recently confirmed that there have been no bids for the…
Man Utd ‘rule out potential move’ for Ajax defender De Ligt
Manchester United have reportedly ruled themselves out of the race to sign Ajax star Matthijs de Ligt this summer. The 19-year-old has emerged as one of European football’s most-sought after defenders after an incredible season with the Dutch champions, and he is widely believed to be hoping to join Barcelona, along with teammate Frenkie De Jong.…
Brazil legend tells Barca’s Rakitic to snub Man Utd move
Brazil legend Rivaldo thinks Ivan Rakitic should snub a move to Manchester United to remain at Barcelona. Rakitic’s future at the Nou Camp is uncertain as, though he has two years remaining on his contract, he is eager to begin talks over an extension. Barca are reluctant to do so however, with the Spaniards more…
Carra ‘worried’ that Spurs are ‘going to do a Liverpool 2005’
Jamie Carragher is concerned that Tottenham’s name might already be on the Champions League trophy after Ajax “were unfortunate” not to beat them in the semi-finals. Carragher’s former club Liverpool reached the final with an unbelievable comeback victory over Barcelona in the semis and they will play Mauricio Pochettino’s side in the Madrid finale on…
Club legend Ferguson feels ‘hurt’ and ‘isolated’ by Man Utd
Club legend Sir Alex Ferguson feels ‘hurt’ after being ‘sidelined’ by Manchester United, according to reports. The Scotsman won 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups, four League Cups and two Champions Leagues in his 27 years as manager at Old Trafford. He will be back in the dugout this weekend in a Treble Reunion match…
Liverpool want Brazilian forward despite reported Watford deal
Liverpool are hoping to steal Fluminense’s Joao Pedro from Watford’s grasp, according to reports. Globoesporte claims that Fluminense agreed to sell the 17-year-old to Watford last year, but that Liverpool has since made enquiries after the young Brazilian forward caught their eye. The agreed deal with the Hornets is not binding due to the striker’s young…