Chelsea-bound striker Timo Werner has explained his choice to join the Blues in a £47.5m move next month, having become RB Leipzig’s all-time top goalscorer with a brace against Augsburg during his final Bundesliga appearance last weekend.
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Chelsea will activate Timo Werner’s £49m release clause, close to signing him
In news which will put their Premier League rivals on alert, Chelsea are prepared to activate RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner’s £49m release clause as reports suggest the Blues are close to signing him this summer – under Liverpool’s noses. Continue reading
Five subtle observations as Premier League clubs continue training return
As Premier League sides continue their return to socially distant group training this week, I take a look at various top-flight players and their situations during an uncertain time where everyone wants to resume quickly – for different reasons. Continue reading
Justin Kluivert at 21: What’s next for the talented Roma winger?
Despite more speculation linking him with a Premier League move, Justin Kluivert stayed put at Roma last summer. Once football resumes, the Dutch winger will be keen to make up for lost time after a season hampered by inconsistency in Italy.
Why Bayer Leverkusen are right to stay firm with their stance on Kai Havertz
Last week, Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro insisted that Kai Havertz will not be sold for a cut-price transfer fee, regardless of financial implications caused by the coronavirus. Here’s why their stance on the highly-rated playmaker is justified…
Liverpool apologise to fans, reverse decision to furlough non-playing staff
Having received plenty of public backlash after announcing their decision to furlough non-playing staff over the weekend, Premier League leaders Liverpool have apologised to supporters and made a u-turn, reversing the choice entirely. Continue reading
BVB refuse to lower Jadon Sancho asking price, as United contact winger’s agent
Borussia Dortmund are seemingly resigned to losing wonderkid Jadon Sancho this summer, but have refused to lower their reported €110m (£98m) asking price for the winger, with Manchester United said to have contacted the 20-year-old’s agent.
Borussia Dortmund close to €35m move for Birmingham City wonderkid Jude Bellingham
According to reports, the Bundesliga giants are edging closer to a €35m (£30.3m) move for one of England’s hottest prospects – fending off Premier League interest in the process. Continue reading
Maguire, Batshuayi experience contrasting displays at Stamford Bridge as VAR intrudes
Manchester United captain Harry Maguire steered home a second-half header to help Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men to all three points with a 2-0 win over fourth-placed Chelsea. But amid their big win, VAR controversy reared its ugly head as match-defining moments were ruined by poor officiating at Stamford Bridge.
Arsenal to hold contract extension talks with teenage star Bukayo Saka, as interest increases
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After an excellent display against Newcastle yesterday, Arsenal will hold talks this week with breakthrough teenager Bukayo Saka over a new five-year deal – with the winger’s existing contract expiring next summer and interested clubs set to circle. Continue reading
Arteta is honest as Nelson and Lacazette speak after Arsenal scrape past Leeds
Goalscorer Reiss Nelson and Man of the Match Alexandre Lacazette revealed Mikel Arteta’s inspired half-time teamtalk did wonders for a lethargic Arsenal, who won despite a scare by a bullish Leeds side during their FA Cup tie on Monday evening. Continue reading
Arsenal 2-0 Manchester United: 5 players who impressed for the Gunners
Arsenal started 2020 with a morale-boosting win over Manchester United in the final league fixture on New Year’s Day, as first-half goals from Nicolas Pepe and Sokratis gave Mikel Arteta his first victory in charge of the Gunners. Continue reading
