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/ 4235 days agoManchester United Fans Should Be Excited By Angel Di Maria's Performance Against Germany
Yes, it was a "warm up" match for the reigning world champions prior to their Euro 2016 qualifier against Scotland this weekend. But Argentina's 4-2 victory over Germany gave the South Americans a bit of revenge following their heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to the Germans in the final of the World Cup in Brazil a few months ago. Argentinian […]
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/ 4235 days agoCristiano Ronaldo Reiterates His Desire To Return To Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo admits that he is currently "happy" at Real Madrid but reiterated his desire to return to Manchester United in the future. The Portuguese forward still has four years remaining on his contract with the La Liga giants after signing an extension last September, which saw his annual salary reach a reported £14 million […]
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/ 4236 days agoLouis Van Gaal Chose Manchester United Because It Presented 'The Biggest Challenge'
In the days and weeks leading up to the conclusion of the summer transfer period, some members of the media and football experts have commented that Louis van Gaal most likely "regretted" taking the job at Manchester United and/or didn't understand the scale of the task in front of him. Speaking to the Daily Mirror, United's new boss […]
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/ 4237 days agoManchester United's Identity Has Not Been 'Broken' By Big Spending, It Is Being Fixed
Following the resolution of Radamel Falcao's season-long loan switch from AS Monaco which completed Manchester United's sixth signing of the summer, some fans and members of the media have labeled the club's transfer spending spree as a 'galactico' policy. After news of Danny Welbeck's departure to league-rivals Arsenal, former United assistant manager Mike Phelan said he […]
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/ 4238 days agoManchester United Sign Radamel Falcao On Season-Long Loan
In one of the more dramatic deadline day deals in recent history, Manchester United have signed Radamel Falcao from AS Monaco to a season-long loan for a reported fee of £6 million. The 28-year-old reportedly earns £300,000-a-week, but United will not be expected to cover the full amount. News of a deal between the two European clubs […]
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/ 4239 days agoRadamel Falcao Transfer Turns Into A Tale Of Twists And Turns
What was initially reported as another big-name signing by Real Madrid has turned into a compelling drama with more twists and turns than a daytime soap opera. Speculation of Radamel Falcao's imminent transfer began to circulate following news of a meeting taking place at the UEFA Champions League draw in Monte Carlo between Real Madrid president Florentino […]
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/ 4239 days agoAtletico Madrid Sign Alessio Cerci From Torino For £16 Million, Say Reports
Diego Simeone and Atletico Madrid continue to conduct good transfer business as it is being widely reported that the La Liga champions have signed Torino winger Alessio Cerci for £16 million. The Italian was left out of the squad for today's match against Inter Milan and speculation is the player will have a medical in Spain […]
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/ 4239 days agoCriticism Of Louis Van Gaal's Leadership From Fans And Media Shows Their Naivety
Following Manchester United's draw against Burnley, Sunday Mirror columnist Andy Dunn took to his column to criticize manager Louis van Gaal and claim that "the clock was ticking" on the Dutch boss' time at Old Trafford. Dunn chose to to start his column off by saying: "A stellar reputation takes a long time to build...and […]
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/ 4239 days agoRoberto Martinez Comments Attempt To Mask Everton's Failure To 'Psych Out' Diego Costa
Following his team's 6-3 defeat to Chelsea at Goodison Park, Everton manager Roberto Martinez responded to comments made by Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho which claimed certain Toffees' players had deliberately set out to "chase cards" to get Diego Costa in trouble or sent off on the day. When asked his thoughts on Mourinho's words, the […]
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/ 4240 days agoRadamel Falcao Close To Finalizing A Move To Real Madrid, Say Reports
According to growing reports, AS Monaco have agreed to send Radamel Falcao on a season long loan to Real Madrid for a fee believed to be near £20 million. The Spanish giants will also have the option of signing the striker on a permanent basis at the conclusion of the 2014-15 season. News of Falcao's […]
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/ 4240 days agoEibar Coach Gaizka Garitano Slams Atletico Madrid As 'Cheats'
A video of Eibar coach Gaizka Garitano firing up his squad before their Week Two encounter with Atletico Madrid has gone viral over the past 24 hours. In the footage, Garitano is seen addressing his squad in training and urging them to be wary of the reigning La Liga champions playing style. The 39-year-old boss branded […]
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/ 4241 days agoManchester United Agree £14 Million Fee For Daley Blind, Say Reports
According to reports in England and the Netherlands, Manchester United have agreed a £14 million fee for AFC Ajax defender Daley Blind. All that is left is for the player to agree to personal terms with the Premier League club, which is expected to be a formality. Once the transfer is finalized, Blind will become United's fifth […]
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/ 4241 days agoChelsea Trigger Loic Remy's £8.5m Buy-Out Clause From QPR, Say Reports
Fresh off the news that Fernando Torres has joined AC Milan on a two-year loan deal, Chelsea have reportedly triggered QPR striker Loic Remy's £8.5million buy-out clause and the France international looks set to have a medical with the Blues as early as Saturday. Speculation is Chelsea began talks with Remy's representatives following an injury scare […]
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/ 4241 days agoJose Mourinho Coy On Fernando Torres' Future And Updates Diego Costa's Fitness
Speaking ahead of Saturday's Premier League showdown with Everton, Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has expressed his desire for Fernando Torres to remain at the club, while also stating that striker Diego Costa is a "big doubt" to make the Blues' bench at Goodison Park. Torres has been linked with a move to AC Milan in recent […]
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/ 4241 days agoArturo Vidal To Stay At Juventus, Says Massimiliano Allegri
Speaking ahead of his team's Serie A opener against Chievo, Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri has responded to the latest rumors surrounding Chilean midfielder, Arturo Vidal. "He's [Vidal] a fundamental player for Juve and he will stay with us," Allegri said to the assembled media at his pre-match press conference. "He feels good and is training. […]