Category: European Football
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Italians unlikely to chase Spurs target
Sampdoria have revealed they are not likely to bid for AC Milan striker Alessandro Matri, who is being tracked by Tottenham Hotspur and Everton. Director Ariedo Braida told Tutto Mercato Web his club will probably not attempt to sign the forward, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Fiorentina. He said:…
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Liverpool face fight for Saints star
Roma are set to battle it out with Liverpool for the summer acquisition of Southampton centre-half Dejan Lovren, according to fresh reports in Italy. Il Messaggaro claims the Serie A side are likely to firm up their interest in the 24-year-old with a bid if they fail to persuade defender Mehdi Benatia to stay at…
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Former Arsenal midfielder desperate to leave Barca
Former Arsenal midfielder Alex Song has instructed his agents to find him a new club, according to Mundo Deportivo. The Cameroon international is currently preparing to represent his country at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil but his club situation is also being discussed, with the former Gunner having contacted his agent following Barcelona’s contract…
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Ramos set for bumper Madrid deal
Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos will be offered a new contract by Real Madrid which will see him join the likes of Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo as the best paid players at the club. Spanish daily Marca report that the Spanish World Cup winner will be heavily rewarded for his performances last season and…
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Reina refuses to rule out Reds revival
Liverpool outcast Pepe Reina has not ruled out the possibility of staying at the club and fighting for his place. The Spain international was farmed out on loan to Serie A outfit Napoli last season after Reds boss Brendan Rodgers decided to trim the wage bill and replace him with Simon Mignolet, who arrived from…
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Everton keeper discusses Lukaku to Atletico
Everton keeper Joel Robles has discussed the impending transfer of Romelu Lukaku to Atletico Madrid, comparing him to Diego Costa. The Belgian striker is fully expected to be sent out on loan to the Spanish champions in the coming days after a deal between Atletico Madrid and Chelsea was completed over the signing of Diego…
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Roma snub Bayern bid for defender
Roma have reportedly turned down a £26million bid from Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich for coveted defender Mehdi Benatia. According to Il Messaggaro, the Serie A outfit have not given up hope of keeping the 27-year-old for at least another season, despite strong interest from the Bavarian giants and Premier League champions Manchester City. A source…
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Barcelona keeper could be without a club
Victor Valdes could find himself without a club for next season after Ligue 1 side Monaco turned their back on signing him, prompting more interest from Arsenal and Manchester City. Valdes called time on his career with Barcelona at the beginning of this year, informing fans of the club his decision not to renew his…
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Man United and Barca target out until September
Borussia Dortmund have confirmed that winger Marco Reus will be out of action until September after suffering an ankle injury. The German winger joined a list of household names who will not be going to the World Cup after he suffered a nasty ankle injury during his country’s warm-up game with Armenia. The 25-year-old has…
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Monaco pull out of signing Victor Valdes
French side Monaco have pulled out of their agreement with Victor Valdes and have decided against signing the Barcelona keeper. Valdes called time on his career with Barcelona at the beginning of this year, informing fans of the club his decision not to renew his current deal and leave on a free transfer. And, it…
