The Premier League season is off to a blazing start, with teams showcasing their talent and potential right from the opening whistle. However, it is essential to remember that first impressions can often be misleading. As seen in the case of Aston Villa last season, who suffered a heavy defeat in their opening match but
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Manchester City, despite their strong squad depth, are facing an issue up front following the departure of key forwards. The exit of Julián Álvarez to Atletico Madrid and young forward Liam Delap to Ipswich has left City lacking cover in the attack. While Erling Haaland is a top striker, City cannot solely rely on him
The Premier League season started off on a sour note for Enzo Maresca as Chelsea faced Manchester City and suffered a 2-0 defeat. While losing to the reigning champions is not unusual, the pressure on Maresca is already mounting. Chelsea, being a club with high standards and expectations, does not easily accept defeat, especially at
Enzo Maresca, the head coach of Chelsea, recently faced backlash for selecting Enzo Fernández as captain of the team just a month after the midfielder posted a video containing a racially insensitive chant. Despite the controversy surrounding Fernández, Maresca defended his decision by highlighting the player’s role as a captain in the team. Maresca pointed
Chelsea FC has reportedly reached an agreement in principle to secure the services of João Félix from Atlético Madrid. This potential transfer deal is set to pave the way for Conor Gallagher to make his move in the opposite direction. Talks have been gaining momentum in recent days, with Atlético aiming to offload a player
Enzo Maresca, the head coach of Chelsea, recently expressed his concerns about the lack of playing time for Ben Chilwell in the upcoming season. With Chelsea having a crowded squad of 43 first-team players, Chilwell’s minutes on the field could be significantly reduced. Maresca pointed out that the arrival of Marc Cucurella in 2022 pushed
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has revealed that despite completing their 10th summer signing with the acquisition of Pedro Neto from Wolves, the club is still looking to bring in more players before the end of the transfer window. The club has been busy in the transfer market, adding several new faces to their squad,
The PFA Men’s Player of the Year shortlist for the 2023-24 season has been revealed, and it comes as no surprise that Manchester City players feature heavily. Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, and Rodri, key figures in City’s successful campaign, lead the pack. Haaland, who secured his second consecutive Golden Boot with 27 league goals, showcased
One of the standout nominees for the men’s 2023-24 PFA Young Player of the Year award is Chelsea’s very own Cole Palmer. At just 22 years old, Palmer made a significant impact in his first season at the club by scoring 22 goals and providing 11 assists. His impressive goal involvements have set him apart
Valencia sporting director Miguel Angel Corona recently revealed that they decided to pull out of negotiations with Atletico Madrid regarding the transfer of midfielder Javi Guerra. This surprising turn of events occurred when they discovered that Atletico’s agreement to sign Guerra was contingent on them backing out of a deal with Chelsea for Conor Gallagher.
Atlético Madrid’s recent agreement with Chelsea to sign Conor Gallagher for approximately €40 million is a significant move for the club. This deal showcases Atlético’s ambition to strengthen their squad and compete at the highest level. Gallagher’s arrival potentially adds quality and depth to Atlético’s midfield, providing manager Diego Simeone with more options in that
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca recently made headlines for his decision to give Enzo Fernández the captain’s armband during a preseason friendly with Real Madrid. Despite the racist scandal that emerged following Fernández’s Copa América win with Argentina, Maresca defended his choice by stating that Fernández is respected within the squad. This move sparked controversy, especially
Enzo Maresca, the manager of Chelsea, expressed his frustration after his team conceded two early goals in their 4-2 loss to Manchester City. He emphasized the need for his team to be “stronger” when they concede, highlighting the importance of not letting in multiple goals in quick succession. Maresca acknowledged the impact of conceding goals
Amidst ongoing negotiations, Chelsea has reportedly accepted a bid valued at £33 million from Atlético Madrid for Conor Gallagher. This decision comes after the midfielder declined a contract extension offer from Chelsea, signaling his desire to explore opportunities elsewhere. With just a year remaining on his current contract, Chelsea is keen on avoiding losing Gallagher