Carra claims one player stopped Rafa winning the title at Liverpool
Jamie Carragher thinks former Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo was “the difference” that stopped Rafa Benitez winning a Premier League title with Liverpool. In 2009, Liverpool were pipped to the Premier League title by the Red Devils, who won the division by four points despite losing two more matches than Benitez’s side. Benitez had already…
Agent clears up talk of Chelsea man leaving to join Juventus
Nobody has been in touch from Juventus over the possibility of taking Chelsea midfielder Jorginho back to Italy, according to his agent. Maurizio Sarri is currently in charge at Juve and, having worked with Jorginho at both Napoli and Chelsea, there have been rumours that the Old Lady could sign up the Italy international. Miralem…
Man Utd explore three Sancho alternatives, show Almada ‘admiration’
Man Utd have lined up three possible alternatives in case they fail to sign Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho this summer, according to reports. The England international winger has been in outstanding form for the Bundesliga outfit this season, notching 20 goals and adding 19 assists from just 39 appearances across all competitions. It was claimed back…
‘Simple decision’ for Hasenhuttl as Saints give him new deal
Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl has signed a new four-year contract with the Premier League club. The 52-year-old was appointed at St Mary’s in December 2018 and has proved a popular appointment, turning around his side’s fortunes after a 9-0 home defeat to Leicester in October. Saints chief executive Martin Semmens said: “From day one, Ralph…
Klopp warns Liverpool they are ‘close but close is not there’
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has warned his Liverpool side there is still much work to do be done as they are “close but close is not there” in their bid to win the Premier League title. With the campaign set to resume on June 17, three months after the coronavirus pandemic forced its suspension, Klopp’s…
Giroud outlines the reasons for extending Chelsea stay
Olivier Giroud has outlined his reasons for staying at Chelsea, including his desire to “keep winning trophies”. The France international had been used sparingly in the earlier part of this season before an injury to Tammy Abraham allowed him to display a decent run of form before the coronavirus pandemic halted the Premier League season.…
Kane exit a ‘possibility’ amid Man Utd speculation – Redknapp
Harry Redknapp thinks there is a “possibility” that Harry Kane could leave Tottenham in the next 12 months amid speculation he could join Man Utd. Kane faces an uncertain future in north London after insisting he won’t stay at Tottenham “for the sake of it”. There have been suggestions that he could make a huge move to Man…
Wright names two players ahead of Arsenal legend in Hall of Fame
Ian Wright thinks former Newcastle striker Alan Shearer and ex-Man Utd winger Ryan Giggs deserve a place in the Premier League Hall of Fame ahead of Arsenal legend Thierry Henry. The coronavirus pandemic put a halt to the Premier League’s plans to announce its first two Hall of Fame members back in March. The Premier…
Gossip: Man Utd ‘will go for’ Sterling; Chelsea turn to Werner
Click:Chicken bag making machine Man Utd are about to put the cat among the pigeons… STERLING AMONG MAN UTD ‘PRIORITIES’ We’ve all used the time on lockdown in different ways. Some of us have chosen to dabble with alcoholism, but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has put his time to far better use… The Independent reckons…
Horner: Vettel at Mercedes ‘would be great for all of us to see’
Red Bull Racing team boss Christian Horner would love to see Sebastian Vettel join Mercedes for 2021, although pairing the German with Lewis Hamilton would be “a lot to take on” for the Silver Arrows squad. The recent announcement of Vettel and Ferrari parting ways at the end of the season has left the four-time…