Author Archives: James Grundy
Immobile: ‘Staying at Lazio’
Immobile: ‘Staying at Lazio’
Ciro Immobile assures he’s staying with Lazio this summer – “my future and that of my family is in Rome”. The Italian international scored 41 goals in 47 games for the Biancocelesti this season, and has been linked with both Milan and Napoli. “We were unlucky with Lazio this year,” Immobile told Chi after they […]
Chelsea’s next manager almost sealed after Gianfranco Zola leaves his short-term job in Africa
Chelsea’s next manager almost sealed after Gianfranco…
Chelsea are getting closer and closer to completing the deal to replace Antonio Conte as manager of the club this summer, after reports indicate Maurizio Sarri is the man for the Blues. On Monday, some tabloids reported from Italy, via Talk Sport[1], that Zola will be cutting short his stay at African media giants SuperSports […]
“We have now a big coach” – Napoli star shockingly says Italians have swapped a ‘nice’ coach for a ‘big’ coach who wins
“We have now a big coach” – Napoli star shockingly…
Chelsea are to expect a new manager in the next few days if the latest reports are true about Maurizio Sarri, possibly signing for the Blues. Italian journalist, Alfredo Peduila reported some weeks ago that the six-time Premier League champions are now ready to pay the compensation to Napoli after a long summer tussle. The […]
Report: Real Madrid agree deal to sign Liverpool and Inter target
Report: Real Madrid agree deal to sign Liverpool and Inter…
20 June at 16:10 Reports from Spain suggest that La Liga giants Real Madrid have agreed a deal to sign Inter Milan and Napoli target Andriy Lunin. The 19-year-old is said to be one of the most promising goalkeepers in Europe and has previously drawn links with both Inter Milan and Napoli. The Zorya goalkeeper appeared in 19 […]
Milan revive Callejon interest
Milan revive Callejon interest
Milan have reportedly revived their interest in Jose Callejon, so Napoli could offer him as part of a deal for Gianluigi Donnarumma. The Rossoneri have been linked with a move for the Spanish winger, and have openly stated that they need an alternative to Suso for next season. Meanwhile, they have already signed Partenopei number […]
Transfer News LIVE updates: Ronaldo to Man Utd ‘talks’, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea gossip
Transfer News LIVE updates: Ronaldo to Man Utd ‘talks’,…
Transfer news LIVE updates: All the latest from Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and more including every Premier League done deal. Wednesday, June 20 2.40pm: Cristiano Ronaldo has held talks with new Real Madrid manager Julen Lopetegui over his future at the club. The Portuguese plunged his future into doubt after referring to Los Blancos in the […]
Villarreal want Albiol?
Villarreal want Albiol?
Reports in Spain suggest Villarreal are keen to sign Napoli defender Raul Albiol, with Chelsea also interested. The Spanish centre-back has spent the last five seasons with the Partenopei, winning the Coppa Italia in 2014. There is a €6m release clause in his contract, and AS is reporting that Villarreal are prepared to pay that. […]
Della Valle: ‘Chiesa stays’
Della Valle: ‘Chiesa stays’
Fiorentina owner Diego Della Valle reiterates that Federico Chiesa will stay, and won’t comment on the possibility of Europa League entry. The Viola could be admitted into Europe if Milan are thrown out by UEFA today, but the patron was in no mood to discuss that today. “I can’t comment right now,” joint-owner Della Valle […]
Dries Mertens is incoming Chelsea boss top transfer target
Dries Mertens is incoming Chelsea boss top transfer target
Napoli star Dries Mertens is Chelsea manager in-waiting Maurizio Sarri’s priority signing for the summer transfer window, according to the Daily Telegraph[1]. Italian coach Sarri, who is expected to replace Antonio Conte as the Blues’ head coach over the next few days, has urged the Stamford Bridge hierarchy to raid his former club to sign […]
Maurizio Sarri’s agent in UK to seal Chelsea appointment
Maurizio Sarri’s agent in UK to seal Chelsea appointment
Napoli coach Maurizio Sarri’s agent has arrived in London to finalise his appointment as Chelsea’s new boss, according to Sky Sports[1]. The Italians representatives have travelled to the capital to oversee his imminent move to Stamford Bridge. The Blues are reportedly on the verge of buying a £4.4m fee to buy Sarri out of his […]