Last year, Transfer Deadline Day was moved to the day before the first Premier League game of the season. For fans and clubs, this provides an exciting day after which a line can be drawn. Each team knows exactly which players will be available to them before the start of the season. We still get
Cristiano Ronaldo and LeBron James – The Last Superstars?
The age of the superstar in top-level team sport is coming to an end. Trends come and go in sport, and individualists have been usurped by coaches, collective philosophies and systems. Lionel Messi will probably play for Barcelona for as long as he wants. The same goes for Tom Brady with the New England Patriots.
Nicolas Pepe Will Add “Pace, Power and Creativity” to Arsenal
Ivorian winger Nicolas Pepe has officially signed for Arsenal, the club announced on Thursday. It’s a game-changing addition for Arsenal, who had previously appeared to be bumbling their way through yet another transfer window. Singing Nicolas Pepe adds quality, dynamism and penetration in the wide areas – where Arsenal really needed it. As well as
Jack Grealish Won’t Let Anyone Forget that Villa is Massive
Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish has spoken to the BBC about taking his boyhood club back to the Premier League. Jack Grealish is a modern Aston Villa icon. A fan, turned promising youth prospect and eventually turned captain, he represents the values of the club. As well as that, he remembers that Villa is a
Harvey Elliott Tipped for Bright Future with Liverpool
16-Year-Old Harvey Elliot made his debut for Liverpool in a pre season friendly against Napoli on Sunday. Harvey Elliot completed his move from Fulham earlier that day and was put straight into the squad. The Reds beat Napoli twice last season, but lost 3 – 0 to the Italians in this friendly. Despite the disappointing
Gareth Bale Condemned by Wales Legend
The future of Real Madrid and Wales winger Gareth Bale has been the subject of much discussion this summer. After a public falling out with Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane, it’s clear that the four time Champions League winner has no future at Real. This has lead to a situation that is informative of the current
Nicolas Pepe on Verge of Arsenal Transfer
If reports are to be believed, Arsenal are on the verge of signing Lille winger Nicolas Pepe. News broke over the weekend that Arsenal had an $80 million bid for Nicolas Pepe accepted. It’s news that came out of the blue, and has Arsenal fans shocked and excited. Nicolas Pepe would be a real coup
Erkut Sogut: Lax Agent Regulations a Danger to Players
Football agent and lawyer Erkut Sogut has called for increased regulation around new agent registration and qualification. Erkut Sogut represents Mesut Ozil, Ilkay Gundogan, as well as a host of other top flight footballers. He was speaking to the Football Ramble when he was asked if he thinks that agents should be regulated more heavily.
Kieran Trippier Set to Sign for Atletico Madrid
England international right back Kieran Trippier is on the verge of leaving Tottenham Hotspur for Atletico Madrid. According to reports, Atletico Madrid have agreed a fee with Tottenham for Kieran Trippier. Kieran Trippier has big shoes to fill in the Spanish capital. Atletico’s experienced right back, Juanfran, let his contract expire and left the club
Arsenal Fans Hold Club Accountable in Open Letter
Arsenal fans have penned an open letter outlining their disconnect with the club. Following a sensational weekend of sport, this letter from Arsenal fans has completely taken over the agenda. The letter touches upon the club’s poor transfer policy and the fact that Arsenal is now playing in the Europa League for a third year.