15 days after Tottenham dismissed him just before their first domestic Cup final since 2014-15, Jose Mourinho has emerged as Paulo Fonseca’s successor at Serie A side Roma, announcing hours earlier that his compatriot’s existing deal would not be renewed beyond this summer.
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Juventus 2-1 Lazio: Player Ratings as Ronaldo’s brace edges Juve closer to title
Juventus increased their Serie A lead to eight points with a narrow 2-1 win over Lazio. Cristiano Ronaldo’s quick second-half brace helped Maurizio Sarri’s men earn an important victory, though there were nervy moments for them to endure during an action-packed affair. How did players individually fare in Turin?
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Emre Can shows why he deserves more respect, after display vs Hertha Berlin
Borussia Dortmund boast a plethora of attacking riches, but there are a few key players who remain unsung figures within their squad. The versatile Emre Can again proved why he deserves more respect and credit for his performances after netting the winner in an excellent overall showing vs. Hertha Berlin this evening.
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Juventus cut player wages, expect more NBA-style trades as result of COVID-19
Juventus sporting director Fabio Paratici agrees with the suggestion that more swap deals will emerge out of the COVID-19 outbreak, bringing football and the NBA closer – something that affects Juve directly, given their cashflow issues. Continue reading “Juventus cut player wages, expect more NBA-style trades as result of COVID-19”
Mbappe and Cavani injured, PSG interested in Juventus’ Mario Mandzukic
With both sustained injuries during their 4-0 win over Toulouse on Sunday and Neymar nearing the exit door in Paris, the Ligue 1 champions are interested in completing a move for Mario Mandzukic before next week’s deadline. Continue reading “Mbappe and Cavani injured, PSG interested in Juventus’ Mario Mandzukic”
Chelsea to loan out Zappacosta, paving way for Reece James breakthrough
Chelsea will loan out Davide Zappacosta back to his native Italy just two years after signing the fullback for £25m, as Frank Lampard harbours hopes of Reece James breaking through at right-back this season.
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Everton close to £36m deal for Juventus wonderkid Moise Kean
Everton are close to confirming a massive coup this summer, with Juventus’ teenage wonderkid Moise Kean set to compete a £36m (£27.5m initial, £9m add-ons) move this weekend.
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Lampard insists Hudson-Odoi will be key for Chelsea, amid Bayern reports
With Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich poised to re-open negotiations over a lucrative move, new Chelsea boss Frank Lampard insists teenage winger Callum Hudson-Odoi could become central to his future plans at Stamford Bridge. Continue reading “Lampard insists Hudson-Odoi will be key for Chelsea, amid Bayern reports”
Chelsea bypass transfer ban, complete £40m Mateo Kovacic signing
The Blues, set to begin their two-window transfer ban this summer, have bypassed their constraints by activating a clause in the midfielder’s loan deal to sign him permanently.
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Juve move a step forward from “inferior” Chelsea, Maurizio Sarri reveals
New Juventus manager Maurizio Sarri has said joining them this summer is a “step forward” in his managerial career after a year at Chelsea, while revealing he understands the scepticism and pressure that comes with being appointed too. Continue reading “Juve move a step forward from “inferior” Chelsea, Maurizio Sarri reveals”
3 reasons why Frank Lampard should not be Chelsea’s next manager
With Maurizio Sarri officially departing for Juventus on Sunday, here’s a look at three reasons why Chelsea’s new boss should not be Frank Lampard this summer…
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Europa League Final – Chelsea 4-1 Arsenal: 5 Hits and Flops
Chelsea earned their second Europa League title in six years at Arsenal’s expense in Baku, but which players excelled while others struggled? Continue reading “Europa League Final – Chelsea 4-1 Arsenal: 5 Hits and Flops”
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