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5 low points in Jose Mourinho’s managerial career

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Jose Mourinho is widely regarded as one of the world’s best football managers but like everyone else, has made some memorable mistakes and endured tough times at various spells throughout his 18-year managerial spell to date. 

Currently the Manchester United manager, the 2018/19 campaign is set to be a significant one for him and his players, as he aims to banish the ‘third-season syndrome’ tag while looking to deliver Premier League silverware back to the red half of Manchester for the first time since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement five years ago. Without further ado, here are five low points that have occurred during Mourinho’s managerial career to date:

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5 players that PSG should sell this summer

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Paris Saint-Germain has been busy this summer, but need to sell more players if they are to effectively balance the books and keep UEFA content that they’re actually abiding by Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules. The Ligue 1 champions have been linked with numerous top players who could all be lured to Paris before the new campaign starts next month, though this will only be successful if they allow for more departures. With that in mind, here are five players that PSG should sell this summer: 

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Why Tottenham’s Mousa Dembele must consider his next career move carefully

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Amid reports he could leave the Premier League after eight eventful years, Mousa Dembele is in high demand.

Moments arrive when even the best footballers are forced into making tough decisions to advance their career. The primary example this summer is Cristiano Ronaldo leaving Real Madrid, but Mousa Dembele is no different.  Continue reading “Why Tottenham’s Mousa Dembele must consider his next career move carefully” →

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Does a Premier League return beckon for Steven N’Zonzi?

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After three successful years at Sevilla, could N'Zonzi make his top-flight return with a handful of interested sides?

When the news first broke suggesting that Steven N’Zonzi was set for a £7m Sevilla move in the summer of 2015, it was met with both surprise and an air of inevitability. Inevitable in the sense that, several big clubs in Europe had a growing interest in the midfielder. After all, he quickly garnered a reputation as being amongst the best midfielders on the planet. So, three years have passed and once again, speculation surrounds N’Zonzi’s future. Why though? 

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What next for Middlesbrough’s sought-after Adama Traore?

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After an impressive campaign at Middlesbrough, Traore has once again attracted Premier League interest

Speculation has suggested a few Premier League clubs are interested in making a move to sign Middlesbrough winger Adama Traore this summer, which comes as no surprise given his ability and potential. With that in mind, is leaving the correct decision for the 22-year-old, particularly at such an important stage in his career?

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Who is West Ham United’s new record signing Issa Diop?

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The Hammers have secured a coup by obtaining Diop.

You could excuse the collective surprise when West Ham United announced the signing of Issa Diop on Tuesday. After all, the talented centre-back was highly coveted, having been linked with numerous European clubs. So why choose the Hammers?

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Injuries, frustration yet still promise: What’s next for Mario Gotze?

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Reports suggest Gotze is a wanted man. After nine years in Germany, could it be time for a fresh start abroad?

Recent reports suggest Mario Gotze is a wanted man across Europe. After nine years in Germany, could it be time for a fresh start abroad? 

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Who is Brighton and Everton target Ezri Konsa?

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Charlton Athletic's Ezri Konza

On Saturday, England won an international youth title for the sixth time in the last two years. The Under-21s, managed by Aidy Boothroyd, claimed the Toulon Tournament for the third successive year after coming from behind to defeat Mexico 2-1. Of the youngsters involved in the Three Lions’ matchday squad, 14 are currently contracted to Premier League teams. If recent reports are to be believed, that number will rise this summer.

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Liverpool lurking: Nabil Fekir, his evolution at Lyon and France

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Fekir, who scored during France's friendly win on Monday, has attracted European interest again following another impressive campaign at Lyon.

This summer will be a busy one for Nabil Fekir. The creative midfielder, 24, has been named in Didier Deschamps’ France squad with the World Cup campaign looming. Les Bleus have an immensely talented squad. They’re expected to go deep into the competition.

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5 most improved players from Europe’s top leagues in 2017/18

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Real Madrid vs FC Bayern Munich: UEFA Champions League Semi Final

With the 2017/18 campaign now all but over across Europe’s top leagues, only a few cup finals remain between now and next month’s World Cup in Russia. Naturally, everyone’s attention is fixed towards the international tournament – which only comes around once every four years, after all. 

However, following another enthralling season across all fronts, it’s time to take a look at five players who have improved the most and thus, contributed significantly for their respective teams. 

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Yaya Touré: What does the future hold for City’s legendary midfielder?

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Yaya Toure of Manchester City is surrounded by players as he is substituted during the premier league match at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester. Picture date 9th May 2018. Picture…

The phrase legend is often thrown around with ease in football as top-quality players aim to leave their mark on clubs across the world while winning silverware and supporters in the process. Continue reading “Yaya Touré: What does the future hold for City’s legendary midfielder?” →