Новости за 09.08.2023

It all began with Cristiano Ronaldo telling the world that the Saudi Pro League was going to change the face of football, but scarcely can anyone have believed his prophecy would be coming true just a few months after the Portuguese had signed for Al Nassr.The ‘gold rush’ scenario had been seen before with the […]

With only a few weeks left until this summer’s transfer window closes there’s still time to get a few deals done, and there’s a valid reason why the end of this particular window could be the maddest yet.For years now, media outlets, clubs, players and supporters have been invested in the whole charade of ‘Deadline […]

When you think of Arsenal in the modern era one name should readily spring to mind: Arsene Wenger.The urbane Frenchman completely transformed every aspect of the way that the club was run and took the north Londoners, and by extension the rest of the Premier League, to a place that they’d never been before.Looking back […]

Following their relegation to the Championship, Leeds United have cut their wage bill by £76 million, Football Insider can confirm.After joining the club in the closing weeks of the season, Sam Allardyce was unable to keep the club out of the relegation zone, ending the Yorkshire side’s three-year tenure in the Premier League.The Whites, who […]

At present, it seems that the impasse between Kylian Mbappe and Paris Saint-Germain is showing no signs of easing.The French World Cup winner has made a decision to leave the Ligue Un champions at the end of the forthcoming season, but it’s safe to say that his club are none too happy with what they […]

Liverpool are reportedly considering making a move to sign Brighton and Hove Albion full-back Pervis Estupinan.That’s according to a recent report from Football Transfers, who claims Jurgen Klopp is already planning for Andy Robertson’s long-term successor.Estupinan, 25, enjoyed an excellent season with the Seagulls last time out. Following his £18 million move from Villarreal just over […]

Manchester United have confirmed that Anthony Martial has returned to first-team training following a recent injury.Missing eight pre-season friendly matches, Martial, 27, was a major doubt to be fit in time for the new 2023-24 season.However, ahead of Manchester United’s first Premier League game against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Monday night, Martial is in line to […]

Manchester United have been described as the frontrunners to sign Benjamin Pavard.Coinciding with West Ham United’s pursuit of Harry Maguire, Erik Ten Hag is thought to be looking to sign a new defender to replace the England international, and according to Sky Sports Germany’s Florian Plettenberg, the name at the top of the Dutchman’s wishlist […]

Hugo Ekitike was one of last summer’s biggest transfer sagas.The young French forward, formerly of Stade Reims, was one of Eddie Howe’s top striking targets before he eventually snubbed a move to St. James’ Park in favour of a switch to Paris Saint-Germain.And following the 21-year-old’s move to the Parc des Prince, Howe turned his […]

Former American striker Eric Wynalda has suggested Newcastle United should try and sign wantaway Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun.The young Gunners’ forward enjoyed an impressive season with French side Stade Reims last time out. The New York-born 22-year-old was one of European football’s most in-form strikers; netting 22 goals in 39 games in all competitions.And although […]

West Ham United have reportedly agreed a deal worth £30 million with Southampton to sign midfielder James Ward-Prowse.That’s according to recent reports, which claim the England international is set to become David Moyes’ first major summer signing.The Athletic have reported Ward-Prowse, who was relegated to the Championship with the Saints last season, is set for […]

Jurgen Klopp has reportedly told friends he is considering quitting Liverpool next year.That’s according to a recent report from Football Transfers, who claim the German manager has been left disappointed by FSG’s lack of financial backing this summer. ? EXCLUSIVE ? Jurgen Klopp is considering QUITTING Liverpool in 2024 ? ?? @stevek9KS1TV https://t.co/E5fgrC8DE1 — Football […]

Former Sky Sports presenter Jeff Stelling has been announced as the new face of TalkSPORT’s breakfast show.The popular TV personality, best known for his years presenting Sky Sports’ Gilette Soccer Saturday, will now proceed with a new challenge after leaving his position at BSkyB earlier this year. ? ????????????@JeffStelling is joining talkSPORT ? He’s part […]

In his fortnightly exclusive column for CaughtOffside, Jon Smith, one of football’s first-ever agents and a man who was an integral figure in the forming of the Premier League, discusses how UEFA and FIFA need to be wary of Middle Eastern influence, how a new Super League could look, why he agrees with Kylian Mbappe’s […]

Leeds United are reportedly prepared to hand Archie Gray a new contract despite the teenager only signing a new deal in March earlier this year.That’s according to The Athletic’s Phil Hay, who has reported the Whites are so eager to tie down Gray, 17, that they’re set to offer him new and improved terms once […]

Newcastle United have not been deterred by Chelsea’s £25.8 million asking price for Trevoh Chalobah.That’s according to recent reports in Italy, which claim Inter Milan are among the teams interested in the 24-year-old centre-back.However, the Nerazzurri are not the only side in the running for Chelsea’s number 14. Premier League duo Everton and Newcastle are […]

Edson Alvarez has reportedly completed his medical and will be unveiled as a new West Ham United player within the next 24 hours.That’s according to Sky Sports News reporter Dharmesh Sheth, who claims the Hammers are on the verge of officially confirming the 25-year-old Mexican has joined from Ajax. Medical completed. All being well, Edson […]

Fulham are reportedly close to agreeing a deal to sign Callum Hudson-Odoi.That’s according to a recent report from Sky Sports News, who claim there is a ‘growing optimism’ that an agreement between the two London clubs can be reached within the next day or two.After spending last season out on loan with Bundesliga side Bayer […]

Things have been fairly reserved in the summer transfer window as far as Newcastle are concerned, but they could be about to make an incredible marquee signing that will have the rest of Europe sitting up and taking notice.The Magpies have been brilliant since PIF (Saudi Public Investment Fund) took over and appointed Eddie Howe, […]

Things have been relatively quiet at Selhurst Park over the summer, but Crystal Palace could be starting to make some moves in the market now.Roy Hodgson won’t want the make up of his squad to change too much from how it is at present, but he’s long enough in the tooth to know that the […]

Hello and welcome to my weekly LFC transfer news column for CaughtOffside on Substack – click here to subscribe for more exclusive content from Fabrizio Romano, Ben Jacobs, Christian Falk and Jonathan Johnson!Liverpool need a long-term centre-back but their issues can be fixed on the training ground Defensive issues have been present throughout pre-season for Liverpool and Mathias Honsak’s […]

West Ham’s incoming signings across the transfer window have been like the old red London buses. You wait for ages for one to come along, and then two or more arrive all at once.Better late than never, David Moyes, David Sullivan and Tim Steidten appear to be getting their act together. So much so that […]

Liverpool’s transfer window over the last few weeks has been dominated by their pursuit of Southampton’s Romeo Lavia and a reliable Liverpool journalist has a feeling the Reds will sign the youngster over the coming weeks. Liverpool are known to get their deals done quickly and it is rare that they have one bid rejected, never […]

After coming back from the dead against Cardiff City in their Championship opener last weekend, Leeds manager, Daniel Farke, will surely have pinpointed exactly where his squad needed to be improved.Though the all whites’ performance wasn’t particularly bad, they were brittle at the back at times and not as clinical as they could be up […]

Although it’s taken the entire summer, it appears that West Ham might finally be on the verge of making a few good signings to bolster their squad.It’s hardly ideal to be going into the first week of the season with no new faces, but there’s little point in apportioning blame at this stage.The situation is […]