Author Archives: James Grundy
Bakayoko proves Chelsea he is not a flop as he revives his career at AC Milan
Bakayoko proves Chelsea he is not a flop as he revives his…
19 November at 19:00 Tiémoué Bakayoko arrived at AC Milan this summer after an extremely disappointing season at Chelsea under Antonio Conte. It was a surprise for many because the Frenchman did very well at Monaco two years ago and helped the team achieve a historical result in the Champions League. However, now it seems that he is finally finding his old form and can contribute at the San […]
De Laurentiis: ‘With Juventus’ turnovers I would also win 10 Serie A titles’
De Laurentiis: ‘With Juventus’ turnovers I would…
19 November at 18:15 Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis spoke about Napoli and the club’s strategy during the January transfer market to Gazzetta dello Sport during the Andro Day event today and as usual, came up with some interesting declarations. “The transfer market? Napoli are ready to intervene, but I will not say where and who we will sign,” he said. “Napoli is a great attractor, everywhere I go they do nothing but talk […]
Agent: ‘Piatek focused on Genoa’
Agent: ‘Piatek focused on Genoa’
The agent of Genoa striker Krzysztof Piątek points out “we don’t need to make decisions now” about his future. The Polish international has been linked with the likes of Napoli, Barcelona and Chelsea, after a fantastic goalscoring run at the start of the season. “Genoa had been interested for some time,” Szymon Pacanowski revealed, speaking […]
Dida: ‘Alisson can become the best in the world’
Dida: ‘Alisson can become the best in the world’
19 November at 17:00 During the prime of his career, Dida was among the best goalkeepers in the world, winning two Champions League titles with AC Milan and performing continuously well for the Rossoneri throughout the years at the San Siro. But now there is a new Brazilian star in the net on the rise, Liverpool’s Alisson, whom Dida admires greatly and he has expressed it in an interview with […]
Can Sarri turn David Luiz into one of the best CBs in the World?
Can Sarri turn David Luiz into one of the best CBs in the World?
19 November at 17:30 Last season he seemed to be a dead man walking. Injury problems and inconsistent performances under Antonio Conte seemed to be a clear indication that David Luiz’ future at Chelsea is numbered, however, after the arrival of Maurizio Sarri this summer, everything turned around for the Brazilian, who is now a key player for the former Napoli man’s concept […]
Chelsea news: Maurizio Sarri hails Jose Mourinho… but insists ‘I’m more like Jurgen Klopp’
Chelsea news: Maurizio Sarri hails Jose Mourinho… but…
The Red Devils manager came up against the Blues boss in October’s Premier League clash. And the two rivals drew 2-2 at Stamford Bridge as Ross Barkley bagged a dramatic 96th-minute equaliser. Sarri’s assistant over-celebrated, though, in front of Mourinho sparking a heated touchline bust-up. Mourinho then ended the conflict afterwards once Sarri got Marco […]
Transfer ban? No problem as Chelsea reportedly plan huge £200 million spending spree in January
Transfer ban? No problem as Chelsea reportedly plan huge…
Chelsea are set to spend big in January to avoid losing out on targets if FIFA go ahead with a reported threat to ban the Blues in the summer. The Blues are facing a possible two-year ban by FIFA after the world football governing body received reports of a breach by Chelsea in their recent […]
Sarri praises Chelsea quartet, says he is surprised by David Luiz
Sarri praises Chelsea quartet, says he is surprised by David…
19 November at 15:45 Maurizio Sarri spoke to Gazzetta dello Sport in a long interview today. The former Napoli and current Chelsea coach addressed many issues, including the Chelsea players that have improved most during his time at the Stamford Bridge helm, mainly stressing the quality of centre-back David Luiz, who was reportedly on his way out of the club with Antonio Conte in charge. “David Luiz surprised me with his availability and intelligence. He has the […]
Donadoni: ‘Ready to return’
Donadoni: ‘Ready to return’
Roberto Donadoni hopes to return to the bench “as soon as possible”, but being Milan Coach one day “doesn’t only depend on me”. The former Italy CT has been out of work since leaving Bologna in the summer, but is now ready to take another job. “I’m ready to return,” Donadoni said on Radio Rai […]
Man Utd table world record defender bid as Jose Mourinho eyes January deal
Man Utd table world record defender bid as Jose Mourinho…
Manchester United[1] boss Jose Mourinho[2] made no secret of his desire to sign a centre-back in the summer with Tottenham’s Toby Alderweireld and Leicester defender Harry Maguire on his list. Executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward refused to splash the cash and the Portuguese had to settle for just three new arrivals – Fred, Diogo Dalot and […]