Who is Jonathan Clauss? The French crossing machine wanted by Chelsea and Spurs
by Ben McAleer
at lunes, jun. 27 2022 09:35
Few this side of the channel would have been aware of Jonathan Clauss 12 months' ago. After a so-so debut Ligue 1 campaign with Lens, where he returned a WhoScored rating of 6.88, Clauss would go on to enjoy a whirlwind 2021/22, which resulted in a first senior call up to the France national team an...
How Liverpool would benefit were they to make a move for Otavio
by Ben McAleer
at domingo, jun. 26 2022 13:05
The transfer window officially opened a little over two weeks ago, but reports suggest that Liverpool have now completed their summer business. That is hardly surprising when the priorities were to bring in a new striker and bolster the youth ranks, both of which have been achieved before the end of...
Who is Charles De Ketelaere? Raphinha's potential replacement at Leeds
by Ben McAleer
at domingo, jun. 26 2022 10:05
Having played such an influential role in Club Bruges' title success, it's surprising that interest in Charles De Ketelaere isn't higher. That said, on the back of such a fine campaign, there is no denying that the attacker will be on the move this summer. One of the hottest prospects in Belgium, De...
Who is Lisandro Martinez? The Argentine pass master on Arsenal and Man Utd's radar
by Ben McAleer
at viernes, jun. 24 2022 13:05
Back in the summer of 2019, centre-back Matthijs de Ligt was hot property on the continent. The Dutchman had been crucial for an Ajax side that conceded just 32 times on their way to Eredivisie glory and interest in his services was understandably sky high. In the end, Juventus won the race to land ...
Is Romelu Lukaku the worst signing in Premier League history?
by Ben McAleer
at jueves, jun. 23 2022 11:35
The number nine shirt is a poisoned chalice at Chelsea. The likes of Fernando Torres, Radamel Falcao and Gonzalo Higuain, all recognised forwards across the continent, have all failed to shoulder the goalscoring burden at Stamford Bridge, with Romelu Lukaku joining the trio in this club.Lukaku retur...
Who is Nayef Aguerd? West Ham's new big money centre-back
by Ben McAleer
at lunes, jun. 20 2022 12:00
Rennes had one of the better defensive records in Ligue 1 last season. A return of 40 goals conceded was the joint-fourth best in the division and the solidity combined with an impressive attack - only PSG (90) scored more goals than Les Rennais (82) - saw them secure a top-four finish.That defensiv...
Looking at why Man City are pushing for Marc Cucurella
by Ben McAleer
at viernes, jun. 17 2022 16:30
Marc Cucurella may not have been the first name Manchester City fans would have thought of when it became clear the champions were going to make a move for a left-back this summer. Joao Cancelo performed superbly in the position last season, yet with the Champions League City's priority once more in...
Who is Fabio Vieira? Arsenal's new creator likened to Bernardo Silva
by Ben McAleer
at viernes, jun. 17 2022 12:00
The priority for Arsenal this summer was a new striker, but with that issue set to be corrected with the likely arrival of Gabriel Jesus from Manchester City, attention turns to strengthening the squad elsewhere.European football returns to the Emirates Stadium next season and while they did miss ou...
Why Jesus could be the perfect forward for Arteta's Arsenal
by Ben McAleer
at viernes, jun. 17 2022 09:00
Once it was confirmed that Alexandre Lacazette was leaving Arsenal, despite reports earlier in the year that the Frenchman would remain in north London, their intentions for the summer became obvious. Yes, the Gunners are close to agreeing a new deal with Eddie Nketiah, whose current contract expire...