Author Archives: James Grundy
Bennacer doesn’t think about Milan release clause
Bennacer doesn’t think about Milan release clause
Milan midfield star Ismael Bennacer has claimed he doesn’t think about a €50m release clause included in his contract: ‘I am happy here.’ The Algeria international spoke at a press conference on the eve of Thursday’s Europa League clash against Lille. The Rossoneri beat Napoli away last weekend. “We won as a team, it was […]
Bonera: ‘Ibra wants to return as soon as possible’
Bonera: ‘Ibra wants to return as soon as possible’
Daniele Bonera has insisted Zlatan Ibrahimovic wants to return as soon as possible and says a draw against Lille won’t be enough. The former defender will once again sit on Milan’s bench tomorrow as both Stefano Pioli and his assistant are positive for COVID. “I should say that a draw would be enough but we […]
Milan, Bonera previews match against Lille: “We want to win everywhere. Ibra hopes to return soon.”
Milan, Bonera previews match against Lille: “We want…
Milan’s first act playing for Daniele Bonera was a success, a win over Napoli to continue their strong form in Serie A. Next up, a test in the Europa League against Lille. The assistant, in charge for another match, previewed the tie, one that the rossoneri will be looking to claim a victory in: “There […]
Napoli-Rijeka, Gattuso’s pre-match comments: “No excuses. The team is behind me.”
Napoli-Rijeka, Gattuso’s pre-match comments: “No…
Napoli can secure three points and move closer to securing qualification to the Champions League knockout stage when they face Rijeka at the San Paolo on Thursday. Group rivals AZ and Real Sociedad face each other so Napoli has a chance to gain ground on one. In the pre-match conference, Gattuso discussed the state of the […]
Exclusive: Sarri won’t terminate Juventus contract
Exclusive: Sarri won’t terminate Juventus contract
Former Juventus coach Maurizio Sarri wants to see out his contract with the Old Lady and is not considering an early termination of his deal before the end of the season, sources tell Football Italia. The former Chelsea and Napoli boss had signed a three-year, €6m-a-year deal with the Old Lady in summer 2019 but […]
Gattuso: ‘No dressing room bust-up’
Gattuso: ‘No dressing room bust-up’
Napoli coach Gennaro Gattuso has insisted there wasn’t a dressing room bust-up after their defeat against Milan on Sunday but warns the team must read games differently. Napoli face Rijeka in Europa League tomorrow after last weekend’s defeat against Milan. Gattuso insisted there was no confrontation with the team after the game against the Rossoneri. […]
West Ham, Leicester winning race for £22m star formerly on Arsenal radar
West Ham, Leicester winning race for £22m star formerly…
West Ham United and Leicester City are in a footrace to sign midfielder Amadou Diawara from Roma, according to a report. ForzaRoma says that the defensive midfielder was formerly a target of Arsenal but now the Hammers and the Foxes are the frontrunners in the race for his signature. Arsenal’s interest in Diawara, 23, has […]
Mourinho considers Tottenham bid for goal-a-game Bundesliga hotshot
Mourinho considers Tottenham bid for goal-a-game Bundesliga…
Jose Mourinho is thinking about bringing Mainz striker Jean-Philippe Mateta to Tottenham next season, according to reports. Mateta has enjoyed a strong start to the season in the Bundesliga, scoring seven goals in his first eight games. He has also provided one assist, and has hat-tricks to his name in both the league and cup […]
Euro Paper Talk: Successor lined up as Solskjaer reaches boiling point with Man Utd misfit; Everton eye Spanish forward
Euro Paper Talk: Successor lined up as Solskjaer reaches…
Manchester United have a successor lined up for a player who has frustrated Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, while Everton want a Spanish attacker – all in the latest Euro Paper Talk. SOLSKJAER READY TO AXE MARTIAL Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is ready to wield the axe on striker Anthony Martial due to his […]