There was a time, not so long ago when the indomitable forces of Real Madrid and Barcelona would fail to be threatened by any side in Europe after taking such a healthy first-leg lead but if this week is anything to go by, that unbeatable far factor has disappeared opening-up this seasons Champions League. Barcelona may have the La Liga title all but wrapped up this season but on Tuesday night against Roma, but a significant chink in the armour was exposed that teams such as Atletico, Valencia and Sevilla will look to expose next season as the Italians came back to knock Ernesto Valverde’s … [Read more...]
Mandzukic off to Juve as Atletico miss out on Tevez
Mario Mandzukic is likely to complete a transfer from Atletico Madrid to Juventus according to reports in the Italian media. Several newspapers in Italy are claiming that a deal has been agreed and both parties are happy with the €18 million fee. Juve will pay €15 million up front and the rest depending on Mandzukic's performances in Turin. Carlos Tevez was expected to be included in the deal from early negotiations as Diego Simeone chased his Argentine compatriot, but the former Manchester United striker now appears to be heading to Boca Juniors. General Director at Juventus, Beppe … [Read more...]
Carlos Tevez vs Diego Godin: Why this key battle could decide Juventus vs. Atletico Madrid
Juventus know that a defeat to La Liga champions Atletico Madrid leaves them in a precarious position in Group A of the Champions League, so their main man in attack – Carlos Tevez – will have to be on top form to send the Italian giants through. … [Read more...]
Valencia interested as Chicharito exit looms
Valencia are one of the clubs interested in Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez, as the club look to offload the Mexican striker. Juventus are the other club rumoured to be in for Hernandez, with United likely to accept an offer from the highest bidder. Hernandez has wanted a move away from Old Trafford for over a season after being frustrated by the lack of playing time. This summer, he and Danny Welbeck have been linked with transfers away from United as Louis van Gaal puts his own stamp on a transforming team. United are said to have accepted bids of around £12m from both clubs for … [Read more...]
Arsenal target Morata makes Juve move
Highly-rated Spanish youngster Alvaro Morata has moved from Real Madrid to Juventus in a £16m deal. Once a target for Arsenal and Spurs, striker Morata was a peripheral figure for Real last season despite breaking into the squad the year before. Madrid have inserted a clause into the 21-year-old's contract that they can reacquire his registration rights for a fee of up to €30m after two years with the Italian club. Morata has joined on a five-year-deal and will link up with compatriot Fernando Llorente in Turin. Morata scored 11 times in 52 games for Real, though many of those appearances … [Read more...]
La Liga Transfer Latest
Proceedings are well and truely under way in this summer's La Liga transfer window and some clubs notably Malaga are already showing the colour of their money with some lucrative additions to their squad this month. In this feature, La Liga Blog scours online Spanish football site Marca and analyses the pick of this week's transfer news and gossip. … [Read more...]