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?
Tag: Toulouse
PSG 6-2 Toulouse: Three key talking points
Paris Saint-Germain returned to the top of Ligue 1 in style on Sunday evening, with a 6-2 thrashing of Toulouse. Neymar was influential on his home debut for Unai Emery’s men, who’ll be quietly hoping this is the start of something special in Paris this season.
AS Monaco 3-2 Toulouse: Defending champions battle hard to slender victory on opening night
Goals from Jemerson, Radamel Falcao and Kamil Glik helped Monaco get their Ligue 1 title defence off to a winning start despite going behind twice at the Stade Louis II. Continue reading
Report: Arsenal contact Toulouse for highly-rated goalkeeper Alban Lafont
Arsenal have reportedly made contact with Ligue 1 side Toulouse over the possibility of signing talented young goalkeeper Alban Lafont. Continue reading
Scout Report: Kylian Mbappé | Monaco’s prized asset
Despite financial firepower adding questions over the competitive edge between PSG and their main rivals at the top in Ligue 1, there’s no disputing the sheer number of talented youngsters within France’s top tier. Kylian Mbappé, who flourished as France’s under-19 side enjoyed glory in the European Championships over the summer, is expected to feature on a more regular basis at club level – after bursting onto the scene last term. Continue reading