Manchester United have been active in the current transfer window, with one deal over the line and one close to completion. Reports claim that the Red Devils have identified their next target: Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga. Manchester United are planning to launch a move for Rennes’ wonderkid Eduardo Camavinga, reports RMC. The French teenager broke through into the first team last season, with a stellar debut against Paris Saint Germain. He has since been linked with moves to European super clubs such as Real Madrid, Paris Saint Germain, and Manchester United, with the latter two especially keen to secure his…
Author: Akshat Mehrish
Akshat Mehrish
Akshat Mehrish is a football expert who has a keen interest in tactics and player recruitment aspects of the sport.
Former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho continues his verbal attack on former colleague Luke Shaw as he criticized the Englishman for his poor set-piece delivery. Shaw retorted by claiming that he is unfazed by the constant criticism. The Portuguese tactician – who coached Shaw from 2016 till late 2018 – criticized the left-back again for his poor set-piece delivery while on international duty. Mourinho claimed Shaw’s set-pieces were “dramatically bad” forcing the player to retort to the accusation. Shaw claimed to be unfazed by the criticism, revealing that he is used to it. However, the left-back also stated that he…
Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal were eliminated from the UEFA Euro 2020 after suffering a 1-0 loss against tournament favorites Belgium. Meanwhile, Netherlands, too, exited the competition after a shock defeat against the Czech Republic. No record and no progress either; Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal will no longer be involved in the UEFA Euro 2020 after being dumped out by Belgium. Thorgan Hazard’s sole goal on the night was enough to ensure the incumbent European champions’ exit from the competition at the Round-of-16 stage. Elsewhere, Frank De Boer’s Netherlands suffered shock elimination from the tournament, after a 2-0 loss against the Czech…
Arsenal are yet to announce any new signings ahead of the 2021/22 season, but fans will be delighted to learn that left-back Kieran Tierney has signed a new contract. The Gunners are hoping that Emile Smith-Rowe will be next. Tierney arrived at the club in summer 2019 and has impressed both fans and the technical staff with his performances. He has committed his future to the London-based outfit for four more years, with his new deal set to run until summer 2026. Manager Mikel Arteta rang in the praise for Tierney following the confirmation of the extension: “KT gives us so much…
England manager Gareth Southgate might be a divisive figure among the fanbase, but the support for him within the walls of the Football Association remains high. Old foe Germany awaits EnglandSouthgate’so 2020 Round-of-16. Beyond that, there is an opportunity for the Three Lions to reach the final, courtesy of them being drawn in the “easier” side of the knockout stage draw. Despite England’s achievements over the last Euro and World Cup cycle, Southgate doesn’t enjoy unanimous support. According to Guardian, over 2,000 fans took to Twitter to voice their concerns ahead of the tournament, and many others have since joined in the…
World Champions France have revealed their 18-man squad for the Tokyo Olympics, which are scheduled to begin on July 23, 2021. Superstar Kylian Mbappe has been left out, but there is a place in Arsenal’s William Saliba squad. While France’s senior football team competes in the UEFA Euro 2020, the federation has announced an 18-man U23 squad for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics. Three players – Andre-Pierre Gignac, Florian Thauvin, and Teji Savanier are over the age of 23 but are named thanks to tournament regulations which allow for the same. Kylian Mbappe, meanwhile, has been left out – the forward expected to go on a break following…
Two months have passed since Tottenham decided to discharge Jose Mourinho of his managerial duties without securing a replacement. However, their search looks to be coming to an end, with former Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo emerging as the prime candidate. According to Sky Sports News, Tottenham are in talks with former Wolverhampton manager Nuno Espirito Santo to take over the vacant role at the club. Spurs previously courted Antonio Conte, Paulo Fonseca, and Gennaro Gattuso but failed to appoint any of them in place of the departed Jose Mourinho. Ryan Mason temporarily took charge of his boyhood club towards the end of the season, but a full-time job wasn’t offered to…
Jose Mourinho has earned a seal of approval from AS Roma legend Francesco Totti. The former Roma captain has labeled Mourinho the best coach in the world, which the tactician has responded to favorably. It isn’t unfathomable that the second most popular figure in the recent history of Rome, behind the Pope, is Francesco Totti. The Italian played his entire career at AS Roma, despite advances from several top European clubs, and has etched himself into the history of the eternal city. It would do Jose Mourinho’s reputation no harm, then, that the Roman himself has given the Portuguese tactician his seal…
Arsenal’s transfer activity is in full swing, with Brighton’s Ben White likely to be the first name through the door this summer. The Gunners are close to agreeing on a fee with BHA and have made space within their squad by loaning out a youngster. According to The Athletic, Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Brighton and Hove Albion’s Ben White. The 23-year-old Englishman plays as a right-sided centre-back – a position Mikel Arteta is keen to shore up ahead of the 2021/22 season. The report suggests that Arsenal had a bid rejected previously for White, with Brighton holding out…
Leicester City are closing in on the signing of free agent Ryan Bertrand, Goal reports. Bertrand has been of interest to Arsenal in the past, who have been searching for a backup to Kieran Tierney. However, he is likely to be one of three players announced by the Foxes in the coming days. The Gunners, however, are expected to lose the race. Nevertheless, their fans should be treated with good news soon, with Tierney finalizing a new long-term contract at the club. The search for Tierney’s backup is likely to continue this summer, the Scotland international currently the only natural left-back at…