Author Archives: James Grundy
Transfer Buzz: Ronaldo targeted by Juve; Barca interested in Kante signing
Transfer Buzz: Ronaldo targeted by Juve; Barca interested…
With the start of the summer transfer window, let FOX Sports Asia’s Transfer Buzz keep you abreast with all the latest rumours and developments in the coming weeks. 2 July Ronaldo targeted by Juve Tuttosport[1] reported that Serie A champions Juventus are interested to bring Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo to Turin. The 33-year-old forward […]
WC Player Profile: Dries Mertens
WC Player Profile: Dries Mertens
Once considered too short to be a professional, ‘Ciro’ Mertens is Belgium’s most popular player, explains Vincent Van Genechten. There are so many stars in the Red Devils squad at this World Cup, from Eden Hazard to Romelu Lukaku, yet it is Dries Mertens who commands the most affection in the public eye. His cheeky […]
Inter-Napoli for Darmian
Inter-Napoli for Darmian
Juventus have pulled out of the race for Matteo Darmian, leaving Napoli and more likely Inter for the Manchester United man. The versatile full-back can play in a variety of roles and Juve made several offers, but refused to match the €20m asking price. According to Rai Sport, the Bianconeri have now decided to look […]
Buffon: ‘I thought Napoli would win’
Buffon: ‘I thought Napoli would win’
Gigi Buffon admits “at one point I really believed Napoli would win the Scudetto, because they had the psychological advantage” over Juventus. The 40-year-old has left Juve, but is ready for a new chapter of his career and expected to have a medical with PSG next week. “I gave what I could, in terms of […]
Arsenal first-teamer confirms Napoli approach
Arsenal first-teamer confirms Napoli approach
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech has revealed that he has received an approach from Serie A runners-up Napoli. But the former Chelsea man insists he is committed to the Gunners and intends to stay at the Emirates Stadium. Cech, aged 36, will see his spot as Arsenal’s number one come under serious threat after new coach […]
Mertens on free TVs and a hairdon’t
Mertens on free TVs and a hairdon’t
Napoli striker Dries Mertens revealed what went wrong with his new hairstyle and why his friends want a free TV with Belgium goals. The forward has impressed so far at the 2018 World Cup, including a spectacular volley, and is preparing for the Round of 16 clash with Belgium on Monday. “My friends bought a […]
Chelsea transfer news: Why Blues REJECTED bid for Man Utd and Barcelona target Willian
Chelsea transfer news: Why Blues REJECTED bid for Man Utd…
CHELSEA will not be selling any players until it is clear who their manager will be next season. That’s according to talkSPORT presenter Georgie Bingham. Antonio Conte is expected to leave his post this month following a disappointing second season in charge, with former Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri set to succeed him. Uncertainty remains over […]
Report: Napoli, Ancelotti wants Cavani return
Report: Napoli, Ancelotti wants Cavani return
01 July at 21:50 Napoli’s new manager, Carlo Ancelotti, wants Cavani to return to the club, a report claims. As reported by Premium Sport, after five seasons in Paris ‘the Matador’ could decide to start a new adventure. With that said, Napoli are willing to try and land their former striker. READ MORE: […]
Golden Boy 2018 candidates revealed
Golden Boy 2018 candidates revealed
Tuttosport have released the 100 candidates for the 2018 Golden Boy award for best Under-21 player at a European club. There have been 15 previous winners, going from Rafael van der Vaart through Paul Pogba, Raheem Sterling, Anthony Martial, Renato Sanches and 2017 winner Kylian Mbappé. European media come together to vote for their choices, […]
Genoa, meeting with Napoli for Ciciretti
Genoa, meeting with Napoli for Ciciretti
01 July at 20:55 Genoa have set their sights on Napoli’s attacking midfielder Amato Ciciretti, according to the latest reports. As reported by Sky Sports, a meeting between the clubs will take place next week in order to discuss the former Benevento and Parma man. READ MORE: The latest Italian football news