Tag: Holland
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United in fresh fight for Holland defender
Lazio have intensified their pursuit of Feyenoord defender Stefan de Vrij in the hope of beating Manchester United to his signature, according to fresh reports in the Italian media. Il Tempo claims the Serie A outfit will step up their attempts to land the Holland international over the weekend but are by no means guaranteed…
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City defender ready to snub United boss van Gaal
Manchester City defender Karim Rekik is ready to reject overtures from rivals United after climbing the Blues’ pecking order, Football Express News understands. A source close to the Etihad Stadium told FEN new Red Devils boss Louis van Gaal holds a long-term interest in the 19-year-old, having worked with him during his time as Holland…
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VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: Van Gaal welcomed to United
New Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal got a blooming good welcome to the North-West when a team of expert florists put together a stunning mural of his face with 25,000 tulips on behalf of bookmaker William Hill. The red, white and purple flowers were shipped from van Gaal’s native Holland and the green fingered…
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City perform transfer U-turn
Manchester City have softened their stance on the potential departure of defender Matija Nastasic and are willing to sell him once they land Porto’s Eliaquim Mangala, Football Express News understands. A source close to the Etihad Stadium told FEN the Blues were previously reluctant to part company with the 21-year-old, who burst onto the Premier…
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Exclusive picture special: Van Gaal welcomed with 25,000 tulips
New Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal’s first day in the city got off to a memorable start when bookmaker William Hill commissioned a stunning mural of his face – made out of 25,000 tulips. The red, white and purple flowers were shipped from van Gaal’s native Holland and a team of expert florists started…
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United told to make ‘interesting offer’ for Holland defender
Feyenoord have broken their silence on the future of Manchester United target Stefan de Vrij by insisting suitors must make an “interesting offer”. Technical director Martin van Geel told De Telegraaf the Dutch outfit are in no hurry to sell the centre-half, who stood out for Holland in their run to the World Cup semi-finals.…
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Juventus in crisis talks about United’s Vidal pursuit
Juventus head coach Antonio Conte is heading for urgent talks with the board over the future of Manchester United target Arturo Vidal, according to reports in Italy. TuttoSport claims the 44-year-old wants answers from directors amid speculation that the Turin giants are ready to sell Vidal to the Red Devils if they meet the asking…
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Transfer boost for van Gaal as defender asks for move
Manchester United target Stefan de Vrij has reportedly told Feyenoord he is desperate to quit the club. According to Italian source Tutto Mercato Web, the Holland international does not want to extend his stay beyond the summer transfer window and has informed the Dutch outfit of his desire to move on. Serie A outfit Lazio…
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Chelsea hitman issues World Cup final rallying cry
Cheslea forward Andre Schurrle has declared he and his Germany team-mates are ready for one last push ahead of tonight’s World Cup final against Argentina. The eagerly-anticipated clash is a repeat of the Italia ’90 showdown, which the European side edged 1-0, and Argentina are gunning for revenge after a 24-year wait. Schurrle has been…
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United target close to Real Madrid switch
Manchester United target Toni Kroos is reportedly close to completing a move from Bayern Munich to La Liga giants Real Madrid. According to As, the European Cup holders are set to pull off a double swoop for the Germany international and Monaco playmaker James Rodriguez, who lit up the World Cup with Colombia. While Real…
