Author: Barkha Roy

Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes is of the opinion that something has clicked with the winger in recent weeks, despite the fact that he has not always been Antony’s biggest admirer and questioned his output earlier this season. After a deft touchline dribble, the winger was outstanding in this past weekend’s victory over Nottingham Forest, in which he not only scored but also assisted Diogo Dalot on his teammate’s goal. The Brazilian has “started to look like the player we all expected,” according to the legendary United player, who also feels that Erik ten Hag’s team will benefit from having him as an important…

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly eyeing Torino midfielder Samuele Ricci as an alternative to top target Jude Bellingham. Tuttosport reported that the Spanish giants are interested in signing the 21-year-old and Ancelotti is keen to have him in his squad, but only as a backup plan if they fail to land their preferred target. Ricci, who spent his formative years with Empoli before joining Torino, has become a more well-known player since signing for the club permanently in July 2022 after initially spending six months on loan. He may be available for 20–25 million Euros, and Inter Milan, AC Milan,…

Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe has restated his ambition to lead the club to Champions League glory, indicating a strong commitment to the club for the foreseeable future. The young star appears to be focused on achieving success with the Parisians, and his comments suggest that he intends to stay with the team for an extended period of time. Last May, the striker signed a new three-year contract with Paris, which includes an optional renewal for the final year. Despite committing to the deal, he has been frequently linked with a potential move away from Parc des Princes, with Real Madrid being…

As per a report by Marca, Real Madrid striekr Karim Benzema has declined an offer to play with Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia. The Frenchman’s contract with Los Blancos is set to expire in the coming months. Los Blancos have resumed normal operations since he returned to form, most recently defeating Barcelona 4-0 away at Camp Nou. Since his getting back to form, Real Madrid have come back to normalcy, most recently defeating Barcelona 4-0 away at Camp Nou. They are also doing well in the UEFA Champions League wherein they are set to play Chelsea in the first leg of the quarter-finals. However,…

Former Barcelona and Spanish national team boss Luis Enrique could become the new manager of the Premier League side Chelsea. As per multiple reports, the former Barca and Real Madrid player is travelling to London to have further talks with Blues owner Todd Boehly after impressing the club management in initial discussions. The 52-year-old, who left his position as Spain’s national team coach following the World Cup, is said to have sold a distinct team vision for the Premier League giants. Luis Enrique described his high-intensity, high-pressing style, which he believes works particularly well with the young players Chelsea have…

Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Sunil Narine has taken 7 wickets and bowled 7 maiden overs ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League 2023 season. Interestingly, he was about to fly to India to join his KKR teammates when his flight was delayed, and he ended up bowling a fiery spell in the T&T Cricket Board Premiership Division I. Narine took the field for Queen’s Park Cricket Club I against Clarke Road United at the Queen’s Park Oval in St Clair, Port-of-Spain. The Caribbean had already scalped 31 wickets in his last three matches, including four back-to-back five-wicket hauls. The 34-year-old…

The Blues captain will be hospitalised overnight after being kicked in the head during Chelsea’s 1-0 loss to Southampton in the Premier League on Saturday, according to manager Graham Potter. The club manager said Cesar Azpilicueta would be in hospital for at least 24 hours after being hit in the face by an attempted overhead kick by Southampton opponent Sekou Mara in the 74th minute. After a 10-minute stoppage, the Spaniard was carried off on a stretcher while wearing a neck brace and breathing through an oxygen mask. “Thankfully he’s conscious. He’s in hospital. He spoke to his wife, I believe. So…

Al Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the players named to FIFA’s shortlist for the FIFPro team of the year. The former Manchester United forward could be considered a surprise inclusion in the 26-man list, having had a troubled career since the summer, when his relationship with Manchester United began to deteriorate, leading to a bitter exit. Despite being the club’s top scorer last season with 24 goals, the forward began the season out of favour at Old Trafford under Erik ten Hag after demanding to leave after the club failed to qualify for the Champions League. With no interest from other…

Ruben Neves has been heavily linked with a summer move to FC Barcelona as a replacement for Sergio Busquets. While Barca president Joan Laporta and the board are said to be pushing for the signing of the Wolves midfielder because he is a financially viable acquisition, Xavi Hernandez and his coaching staff do not think he is a good fit. Now, according to Joaquim Piera of SPORT, the player is one step closer to joining Barcelona in the upcoming summer transfer window, as Wolves will soon announce the arrival of 21-year-old Brazilian Joao Gomes. https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1618907163270717440 The midfielder, who was also…

Orlando City wingman Facundo Torres addressed recent transfer rumours linking him to the Premier League, confirming contact with Arsenal before insisting he is currently ‘focused with Orlando City’. Torres was mentioned in December as a possible backup for Bukayo Saka by the Gunners. Though the transfer did not gain traction at the time, initial discussions were held between both teams. “Orlando City confirmed to me that there was contact with Arsenal, but then I left for the World Cup and I didn’t want to hear about a potential transfer at that point. So the conversation stayed there but now that…