Dani Alves hasn’t agreed to join Manchester United

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Oct 19, 2014

According to Spanish reporter, Guillem Balague, FC Barcelona defender, Dani Alves, HAS NOT agreed to join Manchester United next Summer.

Reports broke during the week that the Brazilian had already agreed a deal in principle to join the Premier League side next year once his deal expired at the Nou Camp, but those reports have been dismissed by Balague, who has claimed they are false reports.

A FIFA agent was the person who claimed the deal was in place to take Alves to United after agreeing to leave Barca, but it now appears that the Spanish club are working on a new deal for the wing-back.

Balague took to Twitter to confirm the news about Alves, tweeting the following: “Alves has NOT signed for United. He’s negotiating a new contract with FCB. Main sticking point: club wants wages reduced. So his future not decided yet.”

Despite admitting the club want to reduce their wage bill, Balague believes Alves is not a guaranteed leaver next Summer.

Written by Alex Batt – @AlexBatt – @AlexsArticles

Marcelo Brozovic to Arsenal?

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Michael Horne

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Oct 19, 2014

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Arsene Wenger has opened talks with Dinamo Zagreb over a £6.4million deal for highly rated Croation defensive midfielder, Marcelo Brozovic.

The Frenchman was very vocal in midweek at the North London’s clubs AGM, and announced there would be activity in the transfer market in January.

With more dropped points this weekend against Hull City, the Gunner’s defensive frailties have again been brought into the spotlight.

Inter Milan are also reported to be interested, but a recent £3.5million bid was flatly rejected. Zagreb value the 21-year-old much higher.

Already with World Cup experience, the sought-after youngster could well be part of the jigsaw for Wenger in the coming months.

The Arsenal boss appears to have listened to recent complaints from the fans, calling for a bolstering in central midfield, and is out there looking for the answer.

Written by Michael Horne

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United eye Damian as Alves alternative

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Oct 19, 2014

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Manchester United are ready to make a move for Torino right-back Matteo Darmian if they fail in attempts to sign Dani Alves.

The 24 year-old has been linked with Liverpool in the past, and it appears that Louis Van Gaal has grown in admiration for the Italian international.

Reports this week have suggested that United have reached a premliminary agreement with Barcelona right-back Dani Alves to sign him next summer, but are also looking to Darmain as an alternative.

Van Gaal has had Darmian watched on several occasions this season as he looks to bring in an alternative to Rafael, and is ready to offer up to £15 million pounds for the player.

Van Gaal is well aware that he needs to strengthen at the back as soon as possible, meaning a January move is on the cards, although the Dutch boss is also believed to be hopeful of bringing in a centre back and defensive midfielder in the near future.

By Ollie Brown

Spanish giants NOT interested in Sterling!

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Michael Horne

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Oct 19, 2014

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Real Madrid boss, Carlo Ancelotti rules out move for Anfield star

‘Sterling is not in our plans’. Those were the words from Real Madrid coach, Carlo Ancelotti, talking to the Sun on Sunday this week.

Those six words will come as some relief to the Anfield faithful, following weeks of conjecture regarding the 19-year-old’s future. In order for Liverpool to move forward they will need to hold on to stars like Sterling, and this will come as some comfort to the club following an inconsistent start to their campaign this season.

Recent reports had suggested that Real were planning a prestigious bid to lure the England international to the Bernabeu after his stunning season last year.

Ancelotti has stated that Sterling would struggle to fit into his side, due to the wealth of talent already at the club.

He said: ‘Sterling is a player of great quality, certainly one of the best in Europe.

‘But we already have extraordinary talent here.

‘To think of another striker for the Real Madrid attack is really extremely difficult.

‘It’s clear that Sterling is not in our plans.’

It is understandable that Real may not be intrerested right now. But what happens if Manchester United manage to attract Christiano Ronaldo back to Old Trafford, remains to be seen. Ronaldo will need replacing at that point, and the little winger may well be the man to fill his star-studded boots.

Originally from Jamaica, and a former Queens Park Rangers youth player, Sterling has the world at his feet, and the money men from Merseyside may need to offer an unrivalled contract for a 19-year-old in order to keep him at Anfield for the long-term.

Written by Michael Horne

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Wenger to target Schneiderlin in January

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Oct 19, 2014

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The Gunners boss ready to use his open cheque book to nab the Saints midfielder

Arsene Wenger has been given an open checkbook for January – and Morgan Schneiderlin is his No.1 target.

The Arsenal administrator is not an aficionado of the New Year window, however he is an enormous admirer of Southampton’s protective midfielder.

The France star has been a long-term focus of Tottenham and their Boss, previous Saints manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Be that as it may now Wenger is prepared to jump for the 24-year-old, who is evaluated at around £25million.

Schneiderlin felt that he was headed toward Spurs the previous summer, however Southampton obstructed the move to stop a mass migration that saw Luke Shaw, Calum Chambers, Adam Lallana, Rickie Lambert and Dejan Lovren all take off.

In any case, the Frenchman has reacted in commendable manner and – like last season – has been remarkable for Saints.

In the event that Southampton waiver in their determination to keep Schneiderlin, he would seize the shot of Champions League football

Written by Steve Milne @SteveMilneNews

Ronaldo sets record in Madrid rout

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Ben Reardon

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Oct 19, 2014

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Cristiano Ronaldo set yet another Spanish La Liga record yesterday, as he helped Real Madrid to a 5-0 win away at Levante.

Ronaldo netted his 14th, and 15th of the current season in the rout, with the 29 year old becoming the first player in the history of the Spanish top-flight at this stage of the La Liga campaign.

A 13th minute penalty was followed by a well-taken 65th minute effort as Madrid kept up with Barcelona and Valencia at the top of the table.

His two goals see him take his tally up to 192 goals in 172 games for Real since signing for an £80 million transfer fee from Manchester United in the summer of 2009.

by Ben Reardon

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Too Much Too Soon?

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SteveMilne

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Oct 19, 2014

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That is as indicated by previous Kop star John Aldridge, who figures the megabucks contract is so much it would be impossible provide for the Anfield starlet.

England pro Sterling, 19, is ready to put pen to paper on the arrangement, drawn up by the Liverpool chain of importance to battle off enthusiasm from Chelsea and Real Madrid.

Keeping in mind Aldridge concurs the Merseysiders are right to secure the young winger, Aldridge believes the immense wages could turn the youths’ head.

“You can’t be giving out £100,000 per week to a teenager.

“You have to find a way to ensure you keep the fire in his belly.

“At his age he shouldn’t be thinking about new contracts and money.

“He should be concentrating on playing football and enjoying it.

“It’s a tricky one for the club because you need to get him tied down to a new deal and he deserves to be rewarded for the progress he has made over the past 18 months.

“It makes sense to come up with a contract which is heavily incentivised so that you can keep that motivation.

“The sooner that contract gets signed the better.”

Written by Steve Milne @SteveMilneNews

Real Madrid to bid for Adnan Januzaj

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Alex Batt

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Oct 19, 2014

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Real Madrid are ready to lodge a formal offer for Manchester United starlet, Adnan Januzaj, and are prepared to offer the Premier League side around £23million for the teenager.

The 19-year-old has burst onto the scene at Old Trafford after he was given a chance in the first-team last season under David Moyes, and despite the competition for first-team places, Januzaj is still in the picture at United under Louis Van Gaal.

With the likes of; Angel Di Maria, Juan Mata and Wayne Rooney all fighting for similar positions, it was feared that Januzaj would be facing time away from the first-team, but that hasn’t been the case under Van Gaal.

Despite not starting a single Premier League game, Januzaj has been used as an impact sub, but as his career develops, that may become frustrating for the teenager.

Januzaj, who signed a five-year deal at Old Trafford last October, is one of two wingers that Madrid are looking at, with Liverpool’s Raheem Sterling, the other transfer target.

However, the Spanish giants feel Januzaj is the more realistic target with Sterling set for a new bumper deal at Anfield.

Written by Alex Batt – @AlexBatt – @AlexsArticles

Monaco try to poach Premier League manager

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Oct 18, 2014

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Arsene Wenger has been offered a stunning three year contract worth £28m to quit Arsenal and return to manage Monaco.

Wenger was manager of Monaco before joining the Gunners and the French club have made no secret they would like to re-sign him one day.

The Frenchman has always insisted he would never break a contract to join another club, but Monaco have made the bumper offer nonetheless.

So determined are they to see him back at the helm, they have promised him £9.3m-a-year should he return to the principality club.

The Gunners boss is not believed to have responded to the offer as of yet.

By Andrew Bell (@AndrewBizzle009)

Van Gaal admits mistake

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Oct 18, 2014

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Louis van Gaal believes he made a mistake during his early days in charge of Manchester United, reports The Sun newspaper.

The Dutch manager, who led the Netherlands to the World Cup semi finals in the summer, told the press to give him three months before they formed an opinion on him.

But now van Gaal, reckons he may have been a tad optimistic. “It was my stupid fault I think, for mentioning an exact period (of three months). Now I have to answer lots of questions about the three months. I have belief in my philosophy and Manchester United has belief in that philosophy too. That is why I am here. It maybe needs more time. Who knows, maybe the match against West Brom is the start of a new period.”

United travel to The Hawthorns on Monday, having made an indifferent start to the season. Some great attacking football and good results have been marred slightly by some erratic moments, including throwing a two goal lead away against Leicester last month.

The Red Devils found themselves in the top four over the international break for the first time in over a year despite these mistakes and now the optimism surrounding van Gaal’s project at Old Trafford is starting to build.

United are in fifth position in the League, with a game in hand over the teams around them following Saturday’s matches.

By Andrew Bell (@AndrewBizzle009)

Liverpool target Casilla wants a move to Anfield

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Joseph Richardson

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Oct 18, 2014

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Espanyol goalkeeper Kiko Casilla has dropped a hint that he could be on his way to Liverpool in January.

Casilla has revealed that Espanyol, like many Spanish clubs, are in financial difficulty so would be prepared to sell him for the right price.

“Espanyol are like most Spanish clubs- they need money and if my departure happens, it’s because Espanyol needs the money.”

Liverpool want to strengthen their goalkeeping options, amid doubts over the form of Simon Mignolet, and Casilla is high on their list of targets.

Casilla has denied Liverpool have approached him, but is hopeful a move can be arranged.

“I’ve not had a call from anyone at Liverpool yet. When the bids happen, if it happens, we will value it and decide what happens.”

Liverpool are set to bid £8 million for the Catalan shot stopper.

By Joseph Richardson

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Arsenal set to step up Carvalho chase

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Ben Reardon

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Oct 18, 2014

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Arsenal are set to make a January move for Sporting Lisbon midfielder William Carvalho.

The versatile defensive midfielder is a prime target, with Arsene Wenger keen to add to his squad.

The Gunners are somewhat weak in that defensive midfield position, with the Portuguese international set to be the subject of a tug of war for his services in January.

Carvalho, aged 22 has a £37 million buy-out clause, recently spoke about a desire to play in either England or Spain.

He said: “We all have ambitions and I hope one day to play in the best leagues in the world, the English or Spanish.

“It was not to be this summer, but if I continue to do my job as I have done so, it will certainly come sooner or later.”

by Ben Reardon

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Chelsea set to bid for Cuadrado

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Ben Reardon

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Oct 18, 2014

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Chelsea are set to beat Manchester United to the signing of Juan Cuadrado.

The Blues are looking to rubber-stamp a ££2 million move to be completed in January, and beat rivals Manchester United to his signature in the process.

Colombian World Cup star Cuadrado, has been linked to a Premier League move for sometime now, despite stating his willingness to stay at Italian side Fiorentina.

It currently remains to be seen if he will leave Italy, with perceived interest from elsewhere in Europe.

Jose Mourinho is set to put around £32 million aside for the deal, with United still firmly interested.

by Ben Reardon

@BenReardon1

Premier League clubs keen on Mario Suarez

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Ben Reardon

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Oct 18, 2014

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Atletico Madrid midfielder Mario Suarez is a target for Premier League clubs, the Daily Express have reported.

Manchester United and Arsenal are the reported clubs from England, with Italian Serie A sides Roma and Inter Milan also keen on the midfielder.

Spanish Newspaper MARCA suggest that Suarez, who has dropped down the pecking order at the La Liga title holders, has refused to pen a new deal, leaving him to speak to other clubs this coming January.

Suarez has made just three appearances this season, with both United and Arsenal keeping an eye on proceedings in Madrid.

by Ben Reardon

@BenReardon1

Jose Mourinho believes Chelsea will be a better team than City in five years

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SteveMilne

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Oct 18, 2014

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Chelsea chief Jose Mourinho says his Chelsea side are now enhancing and that their young stars will be superior to Manchester City in five years time.

Mourinho conceded that right now City’s squad may be stronger, notwithstanding the five-point lead Chelsea have in the Premier League.

Anyway he demanded that while his players were all the while creating, City players won’t be preferred next season over they are not long from now.

‘From Mancini’s time, three years with the same team, players in the best moment of their careers, they don’t have the young players in the development phase,’ Mourinho said

‘They don’t have players who next season can be better than this season.’

‘They don’t have yet – Frank [Lampard] is the only one of that age – the players who next year are going to be one, heavy year older. They are all on the 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 level.

‘You tell me. If we keep this team, and they keep that team: in five years time, who is going to be better?

‘I say immediately – us, because in five years I’m going to have [Eden] Hazard, Oscar, Willian, [Cesar] Azpilicueta, [Kurt] Zouma, in the best moment of their careers, and the fantastic players I have now, at 28, 29. A fantastic team with lots of solutions.’

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The Gunners boss ready to use his open cheque book to nab the Saints midfielder

Ronaldo sets record in Madrid rout

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Real Madrid to bid for Adnan Januzaj

Monaco try to poach Premier League manager

Van Gaal admits mistake

Liverpool target Casilla wants a move to Anfield

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