West Ham’s European hopes suffered a second blow in the space of four days after a meek 2-0 home defeat by Fulham.The Hammers were beaten 2-0 by Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final on Thursday, leaving them with a mountain to climb in the return match.They then blew the chance to climb up to sixth place in the Premier League, and right ...Full Story »

Reading manager Ruben Selles praised Portuguese goalkeeper Joel Pereira for his superb first-half display in the 1-0 Sky Bet League One victory over mid-table Northampton.Pereira, formerly deputy to David Button in the Reading goal, kept his side in contention in the opening period with a series of fine saves to thwart the lively Cobblers attackers.It set up the platform for home substitute Kelv...Full Story »

Dion Pereira hit a fine late equaliser as Dagenham came from behind to earn a share of the spoils at Vanarama National League rivals Solihull.The hosts had looked on course for victory after Josh Kelly’s second-half penalty but had to settle for a 1-1 draw after Pereira’s solo strike.With little to separate the sides it was Solihull who took the lead from the spot, Kelly dusting hims...Full Story »

Egypt coach Rui Vitoria has warned his team that Ghana will punish any mistakes ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations Group B clash on Thursday.Egypt were held to a 2-2 draw by Mozambique in their opening game of the tournament on Sunday.Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah’s penalty claimed a point for his country and Portuguese manager Vitoria has told his side they will need to be on top of t...Full Story »

Roque is heading to Barcelona Gavi suffered a serious knee injury during the international break which has seen him sidelined for the remainder of the season, with the teenage midfielder now focusing on returning in time for the start of the 2024/25 campaign. Having seen the squad become significantly weaker without Gavi, Deco has decided to pull the trigger on signing Roque and has brought hi...Full Story »

Barcelona plan on signing Vitor Roque from Athletico Paranaense in January, director Deco confirmed, but they will not target a replacement for Gavi. WHAT HAPPENED?The Spanish champions saw 19-year-old Gavi ruled out for a long period of time after he suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear while on international duty. The loss of the midfielder allows Barca to use around 80 percent of hi...Full Story »

Barcelona have confirmed the signing of forward Vitor Roque from Athletico-PR for a fee of around €40 million ($44m). ESPN reported last week that Barca had agreed a deal with the Brazilian club and Roque, 18, has penned a contract with the Catalan club until the end of the 2030-31 season, and he is set to link up with his new teammates next summer. Roque's release clause has been set at...Full Story »

Barcelona face a late race to sign Vitor Roque from Athletico Paranaense as Manchester United, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain attempt to gazump them. Barca have verbal agreement with Roque PSG, Man Utd and Chelsea in for him Hope to steal him away from Barca WHAT HAPPENED? Sport reports that there is interest from PSG, United and Chelsea in Roque as they attempt to snatch him from und...Full Story »

Barcelona are set to announce the signing of Vitor Roque. Heuler Andrey/Getty Images Barcelona have reached an agreement to sign Athletico-PR's Vitor Roque for around €40 million ($43.6m) but it remains unclear when the Brazilian will be able to join the club, sources have confirmed to ESPN. ESPN revealed in June that Barca were optimistic of landing Roque as they look for a backup and h...Full Story »

La Liga champions Barcelona have reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Athletico Paranaense to sign Vitor Roque on a five-year deal. WHAT HAPPENED? Barcelona have reached an agreement in principle with Athletico Paranaense for the highly sought-after 18-year-old, for a fee of just €35m with €10m in variables. According to reports in Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have agreed a fi...Full Story »

Chelsea are joining the battle for Athletico Paranaense striker Vitor Roque. Sport says Chelsea have joined long-term suitors Arsenal and Barcelona for the Brazilian wonderkid. Barca did appear favourites, with the striker admitting they are his dream club. However, it's emerged Roque now is open to a move to England and his dad was recently in London. The 18-year-old's representatives hav...Full Story »

The 18-year-old striker has 14 goals in 40 games for Athletico Paranaense. Roque has forced his way into the senior squad after helping Brazil win the U20 South American Championship last month Credit: EPA Brazil's former national team coach Luiz Felipe Scolari claimed: "He will become one of the greatest players we have ahead of us". Roque received his first senior international call-up for ...Full Story »

Chelsea are eyeing Fulham star Andreas Pereira as they look to replace Mason Mount, according to reports. The Blues midfielder sees his contract expire at the end of next season and he is no closer to agreeing an extension. Therefore, Chelsea are preparing for his exit and have highlighted Pereira as a potential replacement, reports ESPN. They report that Atletico Madrid and Paris Saint-Ger...Full Story »

Bradford pair Romoney Crichlow and Dion Pereira are both doubtful for the home game against Stevenage.Defender Crichlow sustained a hip injury late on in the midweek win at Tranmere and could miss out.On-loan Luton forward Pereira was also withdrawn on Tuesday night due to an ankle injury and both players face late fitness tests.Tyreik Wright, on loan from Aston Villa, could be handed his first ...Full Story »

Dion Pereira is in line to make his second debut for Bradford against Walsall after joining on a season-long loan on deadline day.The 23-year-old winger rejoined the Bantams from Luton after a successful loan spell last season and should go straight into the starting line-up on Saturday.Fellow winger Tyreik Wright was another deadline-day signing to join Mark Hughes’ side from Aston Villa ...Full Story »

Leicester will be without injured pair Harvey Barnes and Ricardo Pereira for Sunday’s Premier League opener against Brentford.Winger Barnes will be sidelined for several weeks after sustaining a knee injury in last week’s friendly win against Sevilla, while Ricardo, who ruptured an Achilles tendon in the same match, will be out for up to six months.Fellow defender Ryan Bertrand remai...Full Story »

Leicester have injury concerns over James Maddison and Ricardo Pereira for the Premier League visit of Leeds.Maddison is struggling with a back problem while Pereira has an unspecified issue and both men are doubts.James Justin is around a week away from returning while Wesley Fofana, Jonny Evans, Timothy Castagne and Ryan Bertrand remain sidelined.Leeds new head coach Jesse Marsch could be boos...Full Story »

Dion Pereira could finally make his Bradford debut when they come up against Swindon in League Two on Saturday.The 22-year-old winger has been riddled with numerous injuries since arriving on loan from Luton in January and but could finally make his bow at the Utilita Energy Stadium.Winger Jamie Walker could return from injury after suffering from a hamstring issue which has kept him out of the ...Full Story »

VITOR PEREIRA is the latest boss to be interviewed for the Everton vacancy. The Portuguese is a free agent after being sacked by Turkish side Fenerbahce last month. Pereira has been interviewed by Everton chiefs for the Goodison Park job Pereira is on a shortlist to replace axed Rafa Benitez that also includes Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard and caretaker Duncan Ferguson, although Everton are con...Full Story »

Leicester will have Ricardo Pereira and Ryan Bertrand available when they resume their Premier League campaign against champions Manchester City.Pereira came off with a hamstring injury in the win at Norwich prior to the international break but he is fit, as is fellow full-back Bertrand following his positive test for Covid-19 last month.Central defenders Jonny Evans (foot) and Jannik Vestergaar...Full Story »