MIKE DEAN has been busy building a man cave since hanging up his whistle at the end of last season. The legendary referee, 54, called it a day after 22 years at Premier League level and several incidents of controversy. Mike Dean retired at the end of last season Chelsea gifted Mike Dean a signed shirt after his final game Dean was also given a special Tranmere shirt for his 500th game His ...Full Story »

Since the end of last season, Cristiano Ronaldo's name has been on everyone's lips. Manchester United finished sixth in the Premier League, 13 points off the Champions League places. After the Red Devils' absence from the next Champions League was made mathematically certain, the rumours about the Portuguese striker's departure from the club have been on the rise, even though he still has a y...Full Story »

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Thomas Tuchel admits he is reluctant to grant Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta's desire to depart for Barcelona, with the Blues boss stating that he has to prioritise the aims of his squad rather than individual players. The veteran defender has been outspoken in his desire to switch to Camp Nou this summer, following Andreas Christensen out of the door in making a move to the Blaugrana. Th...Full Story »

After missing out on the likes of Raphinha and Lisandro Martinez, Arsenal have got their transfer window back on track by completing the signing of Oleksandr Zinchenko from Manchester City. The Gunners have been keen on the Ukraine international for much of the summer, with Zinchenko able to add both quality and versatility to the Gunners' squad. How much have Arsenal paid for Zinchenko? Ars...Full Story »

Sweden boss Peter Gerhardsson underlined his side will come up with an “extremely good plan” against England in the last four of Euro 2022 after they earned a last gasp 1-0 quarter-final victory over Belgium at Leigh Sports Village.Belgium’s robust defence stood strong for much of the encounter aided by a player of the match performance by keeper Nicky Evrard but the moment of ...Full Story »

JACK GREALISH has certainly put his summer break to good use. Manchester City's record signing enhanced his 'Jack the Lad' reputation - posting pictures of himself partying in Ibiza and Las Vegas with his mates. Grealish has been enjoying himself on holiday this summerCredit: Jack Grealish Instagram But the England ace also spent time preparing for what is a huge second season for him at the ...Full Story »

ROMELU LUKAKU stood on a chair and sung for his Inter Milan team-mates as he continued to enjoy life back in Italy. The 29-year-old Belgian returned to the Serie A giants on loan earlier this summer after a miserable year at Chelsea. Lukaku stood on his chair to sing during his initiationCredit: Instagram / @lucas.donmario Just 12 months ago, Lukaku left Inter for the Premier League side in a...Full Story »

Graham Alexander dismissed suggestions his side lacked sharpness after opening their season with a 1-0 European defeat by Sligo Rovers at Fir Park.Former Hearts and Falkirk striker Aidan Keena pounced on a short-headed passback from Bevis Mugabi to lob Liam Kelly in the 27th minute of the first leg of the Europa Conference League second qualifying round.Motherwell’s best efforts in respons...Full Story »

Frenkie de Jong's future is still up in the air with Man Utd interested in a transfer and Barcelona looking to free up wages while his fiancee is eager to stay put in Catalonia Frenkie de Jong's girlfriend doesn't fancy a Man Utd move (Image: INSTAGRAM@mikkykiemeney) Manchester United have suffered another blow with Frenkie de Jong’s fiancee reportedly unwilling to leave Barcelona. Unit...Full Story »

The Red Bull Salzburg starlet, 19, has been linked with a move to the Magpies, who are still looking for a new striker as top target and Reims star Hugo Ekitike has "agreed a deal in principle" to join Paris Saint-Germain. Red Bull Salzburg ace Benjamin Sesko's agents appear to have flown to Newcastle Credit: https://twitter.com/nufcblogcouk/status/1549690507558887425?s=27&t=1GlBpupHeM6EQPP...Full Story »

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Chelsea have tabled a 65m euro bid for Sevilla defender Jules Kounde amid increasing optimism that a deal can be struck for the Frenchman this summer, 12 months on from when the same proposed transfer fell through. Barcelona are also thought to be monitoring the Frenchman, though at present sources seem to indicate that it is the Blues who have the upper hand in negotiations, with Barca havin...Full Story »

Bruno Fernandes says he's in the dark about what the future holds for his Manchester United and Portugal team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo asked to leave the Old Trafford club last month as he wants to play in the Champions League next term. The 37-year-old didn't travel with Erik ten Hag's squad for their tour of Thailand and Australia due to family reasons, but he's yet to find a new cl...Full Story »

Barcelona president Joan Laporta says the club fast rebuilding itself thanks to a successful summer market. Laporta was speaking in Miami where he presented Robert Lewandowski as their latest addition. He said: "We are trying to make a team that's increasingly competitive, we are progressing very well. "I want to thank the sports department for the work they've done, led by Mateu Alemany an...Full Story »

In the wake of a turbulent campaign, the attacking midfielder is enjoying a new style on and off the field under the Dutchman Bruno Fernandes says he and his Manchester United team-mates have "no problems" with their refreshed, disciplined approach under new boss Erik ten Hag, with the Portuguese playmaker suggesting that the results are already there for supporters and rivals to see. Ten Ha...Full Story »

Lee Johnson’s slow start to life as Hibernian manager continued as his side missed three penalties in a Premier Sports Cup shoot-out loss against Morton.A 1-1 Easter Road draw, coupled with the bonus point blow, leaves Falkirk as favourites to progress from Group D with Hibs facing elimination after playing all four of their group games.The Bairns could have wrapped up the group against Bo...Full Story »

Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt has completed a permanent transfer to Bayern Munich. The Dutchman brings the curtain down on his three-year stint in Italy to join Julian Nagelsmann's ranks at Allianz Arena, and will now integrate with the squad ahead of their 2022-23 season opener next month. Bayern have brought in one of the most highly-rated centre-backs in Europe after finalising a deal...Full Story »

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has addressed the club's interest in Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong. The Red Devils are struggling to convince Netherlands international De Jong to swap Camp Nou for Old Trafford this summer. And De Jong has confirmed the club will not make a signing if they do not have an adequate alternative, instead choosing to promote from within. "What I can...Full Story »

Chelsea up Kounde offer (Relevo) Centre-back has been a long-term target of Blues Chelsea have upped their transfer offer to Sevilla for Jules Kounde, writes Relevo. The Blues have placed a €55m bid for the centre-back, but Sevilla are holding out for more money as they anticipate other teams entering a bidding war. Zinchenko agrees Arsenal switch Oleksandr Zinchenko is set to compl...Full Story »