Joao Mendes, the son of Ronaldinho, has signed with English Championship club Burnley on a contract extending until 2026. Mendes, 19, joined Barcelona’s academy in 2023 after a successful trial but left earlier this year when his contract ended. He began his youth career with Cruzeiro in Brazil, spending four years there before moving to Barcelona. According to The Sun, Mendes is set to join Burnley manager Scott Parker before the end of the week. The news has surprised fans, with many expressing their astonishment on social media. One fan tweeted: “Ronaldinho’s son, Joao Mendes, has signed for Burnley. I…
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Former Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas has shared his predictions for the Premier League’s top four teams this season. Manchester City, the defending champions, narrowly edged out Arsenal for the title last season. Liverpool, who were in contention until the final weeks, secured third place, while Aston Villa surprised many by claiming the last Champions League spot. However, speaking on the Planet Premier League podcast, Fabregas expects Chelsea to replace Villa in the top four this time around. When asked to name his predicted top four, the former Arsenal captain said, “Arsenal, City, Liverpool, Chelsea.”
Manchester City may need to rethink their summer transfer strategy. Norwegian youngster Oscar Bobb, who impressed during the U.S. tour and provided a brilliant assist in City’s Community Shield victory over Manchester United, is set to miss the start of the season after fracturing a bone in his leg. The full recovery timeline remains uncertain. City were already short on attacking options after Julian Alvarez’s unexpected transfer to Atletico Madrid, which was completed just before Pep Guardiola’s side secured more silverware at Wembley. That deal brought in £81.5 million, and according to the Manchester Evening News, City had been considering…
Real Madrid’s summer signing, Kylian Mbappe, expressed his joy after scoring his first goal for the club. The French captain made his debut for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup final against Atalanta on Wednesday. The 25-year-old netted Real Madrid’s second goal in their 2-0 victory over the Serie A side in Poland. Speaking to Movistar Futbol after securing his first trophy with Real Madrid, Mbappe shared his excitement: “It has been a great night. I have been waiting for this moment for a long time, to play with this shirt, with this badge, for these fans. It’s a…
Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has stated that he doesn’t believe his old team will compete for the Premier League title this season. Liverpool has entered a new era under Arne Slot, who took over from Jurgen Klopp this summer. Murphy voiced his concerns about the club’s lack of new signings, noting that Liverpool is the only Premier League team yet to make any additions this summer. On talkSPORT, Murphy said, “The transfer window isn’t closed yet, and Liverpool’s transfer business over the last five or six years has been excellent. I expect them to finish in the top four,…
Manchester United have secured their key player with a new long-term contract following months of speculation. The Red Devils have officially confirmed that Bruno Fernandes has signed a deal extending to 2027, with an option for an additional year. Reports suggest Fernandes is now among the top earners at Old Trafford, having received a significant pay increase. According to The Sun, the new contract will see Fernandes earning approximately £350,000 a week, totaling £54.6 million over the next three years. This is a substantial rise from his previous salary of around £220,000 a week. The 29-year-old midfielder, who has been…
Manchester City winger Oscar Bobb has reportedly suffered a leg fracture, sidelining him for several months. This injury is a significant setback for City boss Pep Guardiola, who had high expectations for the Norwegian international. Bobb is now expected to miss this weekend’s league opener against Chelsea. The Premier League champions plan to send Bobb to Barcelona for a thorough evaluation by renowned specialist Dr. Ramon Cugat. According to The Mirror, initial assessments suggest the injury may not be as severe as first thought. However, City will await a complete diagnosis before determining Bobb’s treatment plan and recovery timeline.
Paul Dickov, the former Manchester City star, has declared that midfielder Rodri should win the 2024 Ballon d’Or. Dickov argues that the Spain international was the standout player last season and deserves the prestigious award. In an interview with GOAL, he stated, “Not just last season, but over the past three or four years, Rodri has been the best midfielder in his position worldwide.” He highlighted Rodri’s achievements, including winning the Treble two seasons ago, securing four titles last year, and playing a crucial role in Spain’s Euro victory, where he was arguably their best player. Dickov acknowledged that players…
According to Chelsea News, Chelsea has been exploring a transfer for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, while Napoli is interested in signing Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea. Discussions between the two clubs regarding these transfers have been ongoing for several weeks but recently paused. A new meeting between Chelsea and Napoli is scheduled for this week to review the progress of these deals, which involve Lukaku moving to Napoli and Osimhen joining Chelsea. Gianluca Di Marzio of Sky Italy, who reported on the upcoming meetings, noted that recent discussions have yet to produce a definitive outcome. Di Marzio also mentioned that Chelsea…
Chelsea legend John Obi Mikel has disclosed that he and former teammate Didier Drogba are actively working to persuade Victor Osimhen to join Chelsea. Osimhen’s desire to leave Napoli this summer is well known, and while Napoli is willing to sell, the high release clause has deterred potential suitors. Chelsea, who had previously shown less interest, are now back in the race for the Nigerian striker after their move for Omorodion fell through. They still need to meet Napoli’s asking price and address Osimhen’s wage demands. Mikel has revealed that he and Drogba are playing a significant role in trying…
Former Manchester United defender Paul Parker has criticized winger Antony for his underwhelming performances at the club. Parker asserted that Antony’s lackluster displays since his transfer from Ajax in 2022 confirm that he is not performing at a high level. Speaking to MyBettingSites, Parker commented, “I hoped Antony would improve in his second season after a full pre-season. However, it only reinforced that he’s not very good. His left foot, which should be a strong asset, instead resembles a log.”
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has dismissed reports of a Saudi Arabian offer for Vinicius Jr as “pure speculation.” According to Relevo, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has proposed a €1 billion deal over five years for Vinicius Jr, offering €200 million annually if he leaves the La Liga champions. However, Ancelotti, speaking ahead of the Super Cup match against Atalanta, asserted that the rumors are unfounded. He stated, “I can guarantee there’s nothing to it. It’s pure speculation.”
The Premier League has announced a significant update to the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system ahead of the 2024-25 season. Since its debut in the 2019-20 season, VAR has been at the center of several controversial decisions. In an effort to address these issues, the Premier League has introduced new measures as the new season kicks off this week. On Tuesday, the Premier League unveiled a new account on X (formerly Twitter) that will provide “near-live” explanations of refereeing decisions. A statement from the league explained, “In the absence of live VAR audio being broadcast, as it is not permitted…
Arsenal has announced the suspension of approximately 24 supporters due to abusive and discriminatory behavior during the 2023/2024 season. The club released this information on their website on Tuesday, just before their Premier League opener against Wolves on Saturday. The statement confirmed that 24 supporters had been banned for their actions: 21 for in-stadium abuse and three for online misconduct. Each individual has received a ban of at least one year, with fourteen facing three-year bans. These supporters are prohibited from attending any Arsenal match, home or away, for the duration of their bans. The breakdown of offenses is as…
Ademola Lookman has stated that Atalanta is determined to prove their value against Real Madrid on Wednesday night. Atalanta, led by Gian Piero Gasperini, will face Real Madrid at the National Stadium in Warsaw, Poland. Lookman, who scored a hat-trick in their 3-0 UEFA Europa League final victory over Bayer Leverkusen in May, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming match. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, the Nigeria international said, “Tomorrow night is a special occasion. Playing in the Super Cup is a unique opportunity. I’m excited and happy to be involved.” Lookman added, “The entire squad is eager…
As Manchester United gears up for the new season, manager Erik ten Hag is focused on strengthening his winger options. Despite having a roster filled with talent—including Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony, Amad Diallo, and Facundo Pellistri—many of these players, except for the promising Garnacho and Diallo, fell short of expectations last season. This has prompted Ten Hag to search for solutions to maximize his team’s attacking potential. One potential solution is the signing of Barcelona’s Raphinha, a highly skilled and experienced winger who has been a consistent performer for the Catalan club. Reports suggest that United is…
Primate Ayodele has predicted that Victor Osimhen would struggle to succeed if he were to join Chelsea. According to Ayodele, the Nigerian striker’s talents may not reach their full potential at the London club. Primate Elijah Ayodele, the well-known prophet and founder of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has advised Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to reject any potential move to Chelsea. In a 44-second video shared on social media, Ayodele warned that joining the London club would be detrimental to Osimhen’s career. “I want to strongly advise Osimhen not to go to Chelsea because if he does, he won’t…
Real Madrid will face Atalanta in this year’s UEFA Super Cup, a contest held between the Champions League and Europa League winners before the new season begins. Real Madrid secured their spot by defeating Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in the Champions League final, while Atalanta earned their place by thrashing Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 in the Europa League final. Here are 10 key facts about the upcoming match:
Manchester City could face severe punishment if found guilty of breaking Premier League financial rules. Several reports on Tuesday morning (August 13) indicated that the hearing for the 115 alleged breaches of Premier League financial regulations by Manchester City is set to begin on September 16. In February 2023, the Premier League charged City with 115 alleged breaches spanning a nine-year period from 2009 to 2018. The charges include failing to provide accurate financial information for nine seasons, not fully disclosing former manager Roberto Mancini’s pay during his tenure from 2009 to 2013, and not providing complete details of player…
Manchester United are continuing their search for a backup left-back who can also cover the left side of central defense, and have reportedly considered signing Marcos Alonso, according to The Athletic. The 33-year-old is available on a free transfer after leaving Barcelona at the end of the 2023-24 season and remains a potential option for United, who have shown ongoing interest in him over recent months. With Luke Shaw prone to injuries and having missed pre-season due to an extended break after the European Championship, and Tyrell Malacia still recovering from a season-long injury, United are keen to bolster their…