Author Archives: James Grundy
“Fraud!” – Some Chelsea fans react to missing out on £72m winger
“Fraud!” – Some Chelsea fans react to missing out…
The eternally reliable David Ornstein of the BBC has reported[1] within the last 20 minutes that Arsenal have agreed a deal for Nicolas Pepe of Lille. That’s a huge boost for Arsenal, who are getting one of the most talented young wingers in Europe, but it’s also a blow for Chelsea. Stuck with this transfer […]
Inter, Juve convinced that Icardi will reject Napoli and Roma
Inter, Juve convinced that Icardi will reject Napoli and Roma
27 July at 12:45 According to Tuttosport, Juventus remain quiet on the Icardi front, but not because they aren’t interested. In fact, the Bianconeri are convinced that Icardi will still be available towards the end of the mercato. The likes of Napoli and Roma are also very interested in the player, who is destined […]
Napoli plan new attempt for James: the details
Napoli plan new attempt for James: the details
27 July at 13:15 According to today’s edition of Il Mattino, Napoli have scheduled a meeting in the coming days with Jorge Mendes, during which they will discuss the future of James Rodriguez. A new attempt is set to take place for the Colombian midfielder, after the Partenopei failed to sign Pepe from Lille. […]
Reports: Napoli lose Pepe to Arsenal
Reports: Napoli lose Pepe to Arsenal
Napoli seem to have lost out to Arsenal for Nicolas Pepe, as while Lille sell for €80m, only the Gunners agreed to his agents’ demands. The situation reached a head this week when Pepe’s agents landed by helicopter in the Napoli pre-season training camp Dimaro. Coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed he had met them as part […]
Napoli snubbed as Pepe accepts Arsenal move
Napoli snubbed as Pepe accepts Arsenal move
27 July at 12:00 In the last hours, Napoli came very close to completing the deal for Pepe. This was also confirmed by the president of Lille, who yesterday revealed the agreement with De Laurentiis for €80m. However, one piece of the puzzle was missing: the agreement with the player. Unfortunately for the Partenopei, it […]
Arsenal increase Pepe offer
Arsenal increase Pepe offer
Arsenal have reportedly matched Napoli’s €80m offer for Nicolas Pepe, but are prepared to meet the Lille man’s personal demands. “We’ve received offers that satisfy us in a financial sense from four clubs. (Napoli President Aurelio) De Laurentiis has met our asking price of €80m,” declared Lille President Gerard Lopez on Friday. “Now it’s up […]
Report Claims Arsenal Agree Deal To Sign €80m Rated Forward: Why Emirates Could Be An Ideal Destination
Report Claims Arsenal Agree Deal To Sign €80m Rated Forward:…
According to L’Equipe[1], as cited by Metro[2], Arsenal are among four European clubs that have agreed an €80 million deal with LOSC Lille over the transfer of Nicolas Pepe. The list includes Premier League rivals Liverpool along with Serie A outfits Napoli and Inter Milan. It is now up to the winger, himself, to decide […]