The summer is a never-ending rumour mill which we must admit we simply cannot get enough of. The speculation as to who is going where is sometimes more intriguing than when the action actually gets underway and with so many stories doing the rounds, we thought it time for a little look at some of the big deals that are rumoured to be occurring this summer. Antoine Griezmann At the end of the season, Frenchman Antoine Griezmann made it quite clear to all that he was leaving Atletico Madrid. Many expected an announcement to be made within days of his next destination, but nothing … [Read more...]
Ernesto Valverde Tries to Calm the Storm Surrounding Liverpool Target
Few would have expected Barcelona’s unbeaten league run to end against a team that was in a relegation battle not too long ago. However, the 5-4 loss against Levante does not tell the whole story, as Levante had a four-goal lead just a few minutes into the second-half. Barcelona probably came in with their worst defensive performance in recent memory. The result gives rise to several questions for manager Ernesto Valverde, who should have been basking in the limelight after leading the club to a La Liga title. Defender Yerry Mina has had to face a barrage of criticism for the last few days. … [Read more...]
Liverpool demand quality player in exchange for Philippe Coutinho
According to reports from Spanish outlet Diario Gol, Liverpool want Ivan Rakitic as part of the potential deal taking Philippe Coutinho to Barcelona. Despite their tough stance, Liverpool now look resigned to losing the services of Philippe Coutinho after the player handed in a transfer request and the Reds are currently believed to be in negotiations with Barcelona over the sale of the Brazilian playmaker. A fee of around £133million has been quoted for the potential transfer but in recent times, there has been talk that Liverpool could look to agree a cash plus player deal for Coutinho … [Read more...]
Tottenham to face competition from Real Madrid for top target
According to reports from De Telegraaf, Tottenham Hotspur could be handed huge blow in their hopes of signing Ajax Amsterdam’s Davinson Sanchez as even Real Madrid have joined in the race. Tottenham’s lack of activity during the current transfer window has certainly worried the club faithful and with only two weeks remaining before deadline day, time is certainly running out for Spurs to bring in new players to North London this summer. As an encouragement, reports have strongly claimed that Tottenham are pursuing the services of Ajax defender Davinson Sanchez and that the Premier League … [Read more...]
Ex-Tottenham star explains the extreme lengths Coutinho could go, to force Barcelona move
Former Tottenham Hotspur man Jermaine Jenas believes Philippe Coutinho will do all he can to earn Barcelona move – even feign injuries, as reported by the Daily Star. It is no secret that Barcelona have been desperate to sign a replacement for Neymar and have identified Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho as the ideal candidate to fill in the void left by the Brazilian superstar. Liverpool have been adamant that they will not look to sell Coutinho at any price but as a huge shock to the Reds, the attacking midfielder recently handed in a transfer request and it is clear that the 25-year-old … [Read more...]
West Ham United in talks to sign up 30-year-old
According to reports from the Daily Mail, West Ham United are looking to convince goalkeeper Adrian to stay put at the London Stadium. West Ham United certainly pulled off a major coup by securing the services of goalkeeper Joe Hart on a season-long loan deal from Manchester City but the arrival of the England international has left Adrian fearing for his place in the Hammers side. As a result, Adrian is said to be looking for a move away from the London Stadium as he believes that the arrival of Hart will severely dent his hopes of earning regular first team football during the current … [Read more...]
Tottenham reportedly set a huge asking price on Barcelona’s 25-year-old target
As reported by the Independent, Tottenham Hotspur will not be allowing star attacking midfielder Christian Eriksen to leave the club for anything less than £100million. Barcelona have faced a lot of frustration in their hopes of signing a replacement for Neymar as top targets Philippe Coutinho and Ousmane Dembele have both been made unavailable for a transfer by their respective clubs. While Barcelona have still not given up on their hopes of signing either Coutinho or Dembele, they are said to be making contingency plans as well at the moment and it was revealed on Friday that the … [Read more...]
Tottenham finally open talks regarding first signing of the summer
According to reports from Sky Sports, Tottenham Hotspur have opened talks over the signing of Celta Vigo midfielder Pape Cheikh Diop. Tottenham Hotspur’s struggles to bring in new players to North London during the current transfer window have been well documented and such failures has been a source of much frustration for the fans as well as some players. However, there might finally be good news on the transfer front for the fans as Sky Sports have gone on to reveal that Tottenham have opened talks to in an attempt to make their first signing of the summer in the form of Celta Vigo … [Read more...]
Tottenham star wants to join giants due to this reason
According to reports from Spanish outlet Diario Gol, Tottenham Hotspur attacking midfielder Dele Alli is keen on a move to Barcelona as he is lured by the prospect of playing alongside Lionel Messi. Barcelona are desperately looking to find a replacement for Neymar and the Catalan giants have strongly been linked with the duo of Ousmane Dembele and Philippe Coutinho over the past few weeks. However, both Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool are adamant that they do not want to lose their respective stars this summer and Barcelona now may well have to look at other targets as they attempt to … [Read more...]
Tottenham Hotspur challenging Barcelona for South American sensation
According to reports from the Sun, Tottenham are currently involved in a battle with Barcelona in the race to sign Ajax Amsterdam defender Davinson Sanchez. Tottenham’s lack of activity during the current transfer window would most certainly have frustrated the club faithful but as an encouragement, Spurs are getting linked with numerous players in recent times and it does look like the North London side will be bringing in a couple of new faces to the club before the end of the summer transfer window. Now according to reports from the Sun, claims are being made that Tottenham are … [Read more...]