As reported by Sport Witness, Newcastle United could well revive their interest in signing Alvaro Negredo this summer. Newcastle United have missed out on a number of top targets during the current transfer window and it has to be said that manager Rafael Benitez has been left frustrated with the lack of activity at St. James’ Park so far. Nonetheless, Newcastle are continually persisting in their hopes of improving the squad and bringing in a new striker looks set to be high on the priority list for Benitez. Newcastle recently missed out on Tammy Abraham to Swansea City and reports … [Read more...]
Tottenham reportedly planning a move for promising 19-year-old Spaniard
According to reports from ESPN, Tottenham Hotspur are considering a swoop for Celta Vigo youngster Pape Cheikh Diop. Considering the fact that the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool and Everton have all significantly strengthened their respective squads this summer with a host of new signings, it has to be said that Tottenham’s approach in the current transfer window has been very passive. Tottenham have not made a single signing so far and rather than incomings, the summer has been dominated with the likes of Eric Dier, Dele Alli, Harry Kane and Kyle Walker all … [Read more...]
Best La Liga Sponsorships Deals
Sponsorship deals play arguably the biggest part of any club’s financial muscle power with deals for shirts, stadia and even training wear paying big bucks. Some of the finances offered to clubs are eye watering but not every club is seeking to exploit the opportunity to maximise their coffers. Just ask Barcelona. Barcelona and Unicef In a unique break from the norm, in 2006 Barcelona secured a deal with Unicef to display the Children in danger charity’s logo on the front of their shirts. At the time, they were one only a few clubs not to display a corporate logo as their main … [Read more...]
Jese joins Las Palmas on loan for the rest of the season
Having only signed for French champions Paris Saint-Germain during the summer from Real Madrid, Jese has ended his miserable time abroad by signing with La Liga side Las Palmas until the end of the season. The 23-year-old was in high demand, with English Premier League side Middlesbrough having also agreed a deal to sign the former Spanish Under-21 forward. However, Jese was reportedly determined to return to his homeland, with Los Amarillos currently sitting in 11th place in the Spanish top flight. Having departed Champions League winner’s Real Madrid after five years at the Bernabeau for … [Read more...]
Barcelona legend Ronaldinho has words of praise for Tottenham star
Barcelona icon Ronaldinho has hailed Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli for his stunning strike against Crystal Palace last season. Ronaldinho is arguably one of the most skillful players to have graced football and given his stunning abilities, it is probably very difficult to impress the Brazilian legend. Therefore when Ronaldinho speaks about stunning goals, everyone should listen and the ex-Barcelona superstar has gone on to deliver high words of praise for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli’s goal against Crystal Palace last season. Controlling the ball in the air, Alli … [Read more...]
Report: Swansea City planning a surprise move for 23-year-old from La Liga
According to reports from Spanish outlet Marca, Premier League outfit Swansea City are readying a move for Deportivo La Coruna defender Pablo Insua. There is a new found optimism surrounding Swansea City at the moment following the appointment of Paul Clement as manager and he recently led the Swans to a stunning 3-2 victory over Liverpool at Anfield. In addition, Clement has strengthened his squad by bringing in a number of quality players such as Tom Carroll, Martin Olsson and Luciano Narsingh to the Liberty Stadium, while Jordan Ayew is also expected to be arriving at South Wales … [Read more...]
Report: Atletico Madrid planning a big money swoop from Arsenal
Atletico Madrid are planning to sign Alexis Sanchez from Arsenal by offering him a lucrative contract, according to reports from the Sun. Alexis Sanchez’s long term future at Arsenal has been cast in doubt due to the fact that the two parties have not been able to agree on a contract extension for the Chilean superstar. As a result, a number of teams are closely monitoring the situation of Sanchez and now according to reports from the Sun, La Liga giants Atletico Madrid are said to be plotting a move to sign the 27-year-old at the moment. Atletico face the prospect of losing star man … [Read more...]
Leeds reportedly plotting a potential big money move for attacking sensation
According to reports from Spanish outlet AS, Leeds United are plotting a move to secure the services of Spanish attacker Alfonso Pedraza. Leeds United have launched a somewhat surprise bid to claim promotion into the Premier League this season and with the Whites currently in 3rd position in the table, there is every possibility that they will be able to earn an automatic promotion place. In order to do so though, Leeds will most certainly have to strengthen their squad and it has come as a big surprise that the Whites have not brought in too many players to Elland Road this … [Read more...]
Sevilla and Chelsea reportedly battling it out to sign 22-year-old Italian defender
According to reports from Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport, Sevilla and Chelsea are both interested in securing the services of Italian defender Andrea Conti. Italy has a long history of producing quality defenders and many believe that young Andrea Conti is among the most talented players to have emerged out of the nation in recent times. Conti is currently plying his trade for Italian outfit Atalanta and he has been crucial to the club’s brilliant campaign in the Serie A so far this season. As a result of his fine performances, Conti has been able to catch the attention of a … [Read more...]
Premier League manager confirms interest in ex-Real Madrid man
As quoted by the Daily Mirror, Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka has confirmed that he is interested in securing the services of Paris Saint-Germain attacker Jese Rodriguez this month. Jese Rodriguez made a big money move to Paris Saint-Germain from Real Madrid this summer and many felt that the Spaniard would prove to be a good signing for the French champions. Surprisingly though, Jese has been limited to very little playing time at the Parc des Princes and it is clear to see that the 23-year-old is well down the pecking order under manager Unai Emery. Due to the lack of minutes … [Read more...]