Tag: Holland
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United turn to van der Wiel after Alves snub
Embed from Getty Images PSG have offered their Dutch international right-back Gregory van der Wiel to Manchester United after previous target Dani Alves signed a new two year deal with European Champions Barcelona. United manager Louis Van Gaal is desperate for reinforcements in defence as he looks to make a serious challenge for the title…
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Super Mario to fill Falcao gap at Man United
Embed from Getty Images Atletico Madrid striker Mario Mandzukic is the latest high profile striker linked with a move to Manchester United. It’s been widely reported that the big Croat is keen on a move to England, and has been offered a move from current employers Athletico Madrid after a rumoured falling with their coaching…
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West Ham: Who will replace Sam Allardyce?
Embed from Getty Images Rumours have come out this morning claiming that joint owners David Sullivan and David Gold have cut their managerial shortlist down to four names. Sullivan spoke out last week on the club’s website, explaining that they are being extremely thorough in their search, dedicating “every waking minute to recruiting the best…
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Ballon D’Or trio announced
The final shortlist for the Ballon D’or award has been announced. The previous shortlist, which featured 23 players, only one of whom was British, was cut down to the remaining three by a committee of football experts from both FIFA and France Football. Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Manuel Neuer are the final selections to…
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Krul blow for Newcastle
Newcastle goalkeeper Tim Krul could miss this weekend’s clash with Leicester City after scans revealed the Dutchman has elbow ligament damage. The 26-year-old sustained the problem during a training session with his national side on Saturday and returned to Tyneside before the Oranje’s shock 2-0 loss in Iceland on Monday. According to a statement on…
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Southampton prepare bid for Belgian defender
Southampton are set to make an audacious bid for Atletico Madrid defender Toby Alderweireld, according to reports. The 25-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to AS Monaco in the last couple of days, but is said to prefer a switch to the Premier League with both Arsenal and the Saints keen to…
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QPR set to sign Netherlands star
QPR are set to splash out around £8m to Norwich City for Netherlands international midfielder Leroy Fer. According to Sky Sports the west London side are close to agreeing a fee with the Championship club and the deal is expected to be completed before the end of the week, as manager Harry Redknapp continues…
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Liverpool legend slams retiring referee Webb
Former Liverpool striker John Aldridge has revealed his delight at referee Howard Webb’s decision to retire. The Yorkshireman, considered by many to be the best official in England, last appeared at this summer’s World Cup in Brazil but has decided not to continue next term. He has now been appointed technical director of Professional Game…
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United star van Persie lifts lid on return
Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has revealed that he returned to training today and is ready to put the disappointment of last season behind him. The former Arsenal hitman is back from an extended holiday which was pencilled in after he helped Holland reach the semi-finals of the World Cup. He is the hot…
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Liverpool icon speaks out on United’s chances
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has tipped bitter rivals Manchester United to bounce back from the disappointment of last season. The Red Devils ended last term in seventh position, which meant they failed to secure qualification for European football. They also missed out on silverware and sacked manager David Moyes in April, despite the Scot…
