Tag: World Cup
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Man United captaincy should go to Evans – ex Red Devil
Since the departure of Nemanja Vidic has left Man United skipper-less, the armband should go to Johnny Evans as a centre-back always makes the best captain, according to ex-Red Devil Clayton Blackmore. Following captain and central defender Vidic’s exit from Old Trafford last month, the new recipient of the armband remains yet to be confirmed.…
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Chelsea legend: Cahill natural successor to Terry
Gary Cahill is tipped to succeed Chelsea team-mate and defensive partner John Terry as England’s number centre-back and should lead the Three Lions’ back four in Brazil, in the eyes of Chelsea legend Ron Harris. Chelsea defender Cahill, 28, was one of Chelsea’s key players last season and formed an important part of the strong…
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Luiz confirms five year deal with PSG
Chelsea defender David Luiz confirmed he has signed the contact for his big-money move to Paris Saint-German in an interview with Brazilian media, despite completion of the deal not yet being made official by either club. The Brazilian has spilled the beans on his signing of a five-year deal with the French Ligue 1 side…
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Italian giants step up Falcao pursuit
AC Milan have reportedly contacted representatives of Monaco striker Radamel Falcao in an attempt to lure him to Serie A this summer. Italian source TuttoSport claims the San Siro giants’ vice-president Adriano Galliani has called Nelio Lucas, president of Doyen Sports, the investment fund controlling the interests of the Colombia international. The report reveals Milan…
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Chelsea new boy Fabregas has ‘unfinished business’
Spain star Cesc Fabregas has revealed he is ready to embark on “unfinished business in the Premier League” after completing his £25million move from Barcelona to Chelsea. The 27-year-old admitted former club Arsenal were not interested in re-signing him despite having first option, and he has now set his sights on making an impact in…
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Sansom: Luke Shaw to shine but Cole still got it
England left back legend Kenny Sansom backs Three Lions youngster Luke Shaw for a glittering career in the national team, but still thinks Ashley Cole could be the number one English left back had he have been given the chance to prove it. Southampton’s highly-prized youngster Shaw, who is reported to be on the verge of…
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Benitez eyes France midfielder
Napoli manager Rafael Benitez has reportedly set his sights on snapping up Montpellier midfielder Remy Cabella. Italian publication Il Mattino claims the ex-Liverpool boss is determined to bolster his squad and add to his options in the centre of the pitch in order to take the pressure off talisman Marek Hamsik. Benitez seemingly feels he…
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Ex-Arsenal star demands more money
Former Arsenal wideman Gervinho is caught up in a contract dispute with Serie A outfit Roma, according to fresh reports in the Italian media. Speculation has been rife since the end of last season that the Ivory Coast international is unhappy with the terms of his current deal, just one year after departing the Emirates…
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Inter money woes could halt City raid
Inter Milan could be forced to abandon plans to launch a big-money move for Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko as they are reportedly hindered by debt. According to Tutto Mercato Web, owner Erick Thohir inherited more than £200m of debt when he bought the club from long-serving figurehead Massimo Moratti towards the end of last…
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Rooney – key for England or gone backwards?
England’s long-standing forward Wayne Rooney is possibly the most ‘marmite’ player the Three Lions have, people either love him or hate him. He’s enjoyed massive success with the national team, but can he still be dubbed with the likes of Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi as a world class striker, or has he gone backwards?…
