According to reports from the Daily Mirror, Leeds United are currently involved in a battle with Swansea City in the race to sign Alvaro Negredo. Leeds United have made a huge impact in the summer transfer market so far by acquiring the services of no less than nine new players and despite the huge influx, manager Thomas Christiansen is said to be looking to further improve his squad with additional signings. Bringing in a new striker will probably be one of the priorities for Christiansen as the future of star man Chris Wood remains in doubt and now according to sensational reports from … [Read more...]
Wolverhampton reportedly withdraw their pursuit for Spaniard due to his £100,000-per-week wages
According to reliable BBC journalist Pat Murphy, Wolverhampton Wanderers have withdrawn their pursuit of Alvaro Negredo. Ambitious English Championship side Wolverhampton Wanderers have certainly made a huge impact in the transfer market this summer with the signings of Rúben Neves, Roderick Miranda, Barry Douglas, Ryan Bennett, John Ruddy, Phil Ofosu-Ayeh and Willy Boly so far. Despite the influx of so many high profile players to Molineux though, manager Nuno Espirito Santo is believed to be keen on further strengthening his squad and recent reports had claimed that the Portuguese boss … [Read more...]
Newcastle reportedly could revive their interest in Spanish international attacker
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 Hotspur planning surprise move for 30-year old hitman
Tottenham Hotspur are considering making a January move for Valencia striker Alvaro Negredo, according to reports from the Daily Mail. It is widely expected that Tottenham Hotspur will be making a move for a new striker as support to Harry Kane upon the reopening of the January transfer window and many believed that Spurs would be reigniting their interest in West Bromwich Albion star Saido Berahino. Given the fact that Tottenham angered West Brom with their aggressive pursuit of Berahino in the summer though, it is expected that the Baggies will not look to do business with Spurs in January … [Read more...]
Homesick Negredo set for Valencia loan
Manchester City striker Alvaro Negredo could be about to join Valencia after complaining of homesickness. The Spaniard signed for City last summer but endured a dismal end to the 2013/14 season after injuries and a loss of form. It was initially thought that Negredo would move back to Spain to accommodate a loan deal for Radamel Falcao, but the Colombian chose to play for Manchester United instead. With Stevan Jovetic, Edin Dzeko and the injury-prone Sergio Aguero as City's only strikers, it looked unlikely that Negredo would leave the Etihad. However, the striker has been unhappy in … [Read more...]
Malaga Season Preview
From what appeared to be a season stating their intent, the situation at Malaga has suddenly changed in the past few days. Reports have emerged over unpaid wages and transfer fees which could result in UEFA having to take firm action on the Champions League newcomers. Malaga could incur serious penalties and see players leave just as their illustrious world-conquering dream begins to take shape. Star player Santi Cazorla has been one of Los Boquerones to make his unhappiness known about the current situation has since been sold to Arsenal. A rumoured 30-40% of the players' wages have not been … [Read more...]
Sevilla Season Preview
Oh how tight the margins in football can be at times! Falling just short of Champions League qualification the previous season has setback Sevilla significantly and threatens to derail the perennial European challengers. Losing out to Villarreal meant Europa League football last season for the Andalucians but unexpectedly the club fell at the first hurdle. There's no shame in losing to Germans Hannover but failing to grasp the financial incentives which begin at the group stage proved to be the fatal loss. Consequently the exodus began. Zokora, Sanchez, … [Read more...]
Spain secure second consecutive European final appearance
Spain beat Portugal on penalties last night to reach yet another major international final where they will face either Italy or Germany. The 4-2 spot-kick victory over Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal was preceeded by some pretty mundane activity but nevertheless Spain's quality ensured they prevailed at their Iberian neighbours' expence. Here is what we learned from last night's game. … [Read more...]
Torres omitted from Spain squad
Fernando Torres has been left out of Vicente del Bosque's squad for the Venezuela friendly next week due to his woeful form for Chelsea in front of goal this season. The Spanish striker has scored just 4 times in 29 games this season adding to his sole goal at the end of the last campaign, and has failed to find the net in over 5 months. Del Bosque told Spanish media that his performances of late had 'been a bit irregular' and that he would like to reward other strikers who merit a place in the squad more than the man who's goal won the Euro 2008 Final. As a result, Roberto Soldado, Iker … [Read more...]