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Call from Fernando Torres to Liverpool secure $17.5 million transfer

A phone call from Fernando Torres helped convince ex-Liverpool defender Glen Johnson to join the club in 2011 instead of Chelsea and Manchester City.

Johnson moved to Anfield in 2009 after a three-year spell at Portsmouth where he won an FA Cup and played European football.

After an excellent spell at Fratton Park following his departure from Chelsea, the defender has established himself in the English squad and as one of the best full-backs in the Premier League.

His move to Liverpool saw him win the League Cup in 2012, and he was a regular in the team that finished runners-up in the Premier League under Brendan Rodgers in 2013/14.

He made exactly 200 appearances in all competitions as a Reds player before being released in 2015, before spending the last three seasons of his career at Stoke. Johnson has since openly explained what led to his move to Liverpool, while rejecting bids from Manchester City and Chelsea, who wanted to re-sign him.

One of the Reds’ key players at the time was Fernando Torres, the Spaniard signed from Atlético Madrid in 2007.
In his first two seasons with the club, he scored 38 Premier League goals. At this point, there were still 18 months to go before his ill-fated £50million move to Chelsea.

And Johnson explained in a 2021 interview how the Liverpool striker, along with star teammates Steven Gerrard and Xabi Alonso, played a key role in his decision to move to Anfield despite Liverpool’s inability to continuously compete for the Premier League to fight for titles in the seasons before his arrival.

He told the Liverpool Echo: “Obviously when a club like Liverpool comes knocking you immediately have an eye and an interest.”

“But what a momentum it was, we played for England that summer just before I signed and I had a good chat with Stevie. And then I also spoke to Torres and Alonso before signing.

“I just thought they were some of the best players in the world. They don’t have to call me, but they called me to tell me how much they wanted me to participate.”
“I immediately felt like I knew her and felt super welcomed before I signed and everything went smoothly.”

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AC Milan are interested in a €30 million Liverpool target to replace Sandro Tonali.

Florentino Luis Price named as AC Milan target for Liverpool

The transfer rumor continues to simmer and Liverpool have been linked with another promising midfielder. Florentino Luis, a player previously linked with the Reds, has emerged as a potential target for AC Milan.

However, recent reports suggest the Portuguese midfielder will be available this summer for a relatively modest €30m (£25m) transfer fee.

This development raises the question of whether Liverpool should rekindle their interest in the talented Benfica player.

AC Milan’s interest in Florentino Luis stems from their search for a replacement for Newcastle United move

Sandro Tonali. Via ECHO, Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has touted the Portuguese midfielder as an option for the Serie A club. This news, combined with the affordable price tag, represents an interesting opportunity for Liverpool to consider.

Sandro Tonali. Via ECHO, Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has touted the Portuguese midfielder as an option for the Serie A club.

This news, combined with the affordable price tag, represents an interesting opportunity for Liverpool to consider. At just 23, Luis has already shown tremendous potential in his career.

Known for his defensive skills, he possesses excellent tackling, interception and positional awareness skills.
With the need to add depth and quality to the team, the acquisition of Florentino could respond to these needs.

His skills match Liverpool’s style of play, emphasizing pressure, intensity and quick transitions.

Luis’ defensive prowess would complement the team’s energetic approach and provide a platform for offensive talents to flourish.

Given Liverpool’s success in integrating players into Jurgen Klopp’s system, the Portuguese midfielder could find success alongside the club’s existing midfielders.

Competition from AC Milan and potential interest from other clubs could complicate matters. Still, the affordability of Florentino Luis’ price is an interesting assessment for Liverpool.

The Portuguese midfielder’s defensive strength and versatile abilities make him an attractive target for the Reds.

As the transfer window progresses, it remains to be seen whether Liverpool will reignite their interest and sign Florentino Luis.

June 27, 2023
A £50 million player has already discussed joining Chelsea this summer with his representation.

Romeo Lavia has spoken to his reps about a move to Chelsea this summer after Southampton were relegated from the Premier League.
So says Sacha Tavolieri.
What’s the latest on Romeo Lavia and Chelsea? We see…

What’s the story?

Well, according to a number of news outlets, Chelsea are very keen on signing the Belgium international. The Guardian believes that Mauricio Pochettino personally requested Lavia’s signature.

Elsewhere – according to Simon Phillips on Substack – Chelsea are happy to spend a whopping £50m to sign Southampton’s number 45 this summer.

Now – as described by Tavolieri – it seems that Lavia is definitely interested in moving to Stamford Bridge as he has already talked to his entourage about joining the Blues.

Eden Hazard is said to have sent the 19-year-old to Chelsea after seeking advice from his compatriot on a move to west London for the World Cup in December 2022.

Therefore, it seems that Lavia is interested in becoming a Chelsea player, although there are some things that Pochettino and Todd Boehly should be wary of. Chelsea face serious competition for Lavia

While Tavolieri’s assertion about Chelsea and Lavia was encouraging, the Belgian journalist also made some comments about Liverpool and Arsenal that should worry people at Stamford Bridge.

Liverpool are said to have a strong association with Southampton having already signed Dejan Lovren, Adam Lallana, Nathaniel Clyne, Rickie Lambert, Sadio Mane and Virgil van Dijk.

This could give the Reds an advantage over Chelsea.
Speaking of Arsenal, Tavolieri adds that the North Londoners have the best relationship with Lavia’s agent which could also give the Gunners an edge over the Blues.

Make sure to keep an eye on this situation as Lavia is expected to switch clubs this summer.

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Mateo Kovacic: Man City and Chelsea reach a £30 million agreement for the Croatia midfielder

Mateo Kovacic joined Chelsea on loan from Real Madrid in 2018 before making his transfer permanent for £40m a year later;

The Croatian midfielder won four major trophies at Stamford Bridge, including the Champions League in 2021; Kovacic has one more year at Chelsea

Manchester City have agreed a £30m deal to sign Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic.

The fee is said to be £25m guaranteed initially, plus £5m in performance-based surcharges. An official announcement that Kovacic will join last season’s treble winners is expected shortly.

Kovacic has been at Stamford Bridge since leaving Real Madrid – initially on loan – in the summer of 2018.

The Croatia international won four major trophies during his time at Chelsea – including his fourth Champions League in 2021 – and went on to make 221 appearances for the club.

The logic of why Chelsea would allow Mateo Kovacic to leave Stamford Bridge – even to one of their Premier League rivals – is easy to see given that he only has one year left on his contract and that at 29 years old, it is believed to have a limited one.

Interested in engaging in the Stamford Bridge reconstruction project in West London.

There will likely be a segment of Chelsea fans who look at Kovacic’s tally of four goals and 13 assists in 142 Premier League games over five years and think it’s a bargain, up to £30m for the midfield.

It’s true that Kovacic’s influence in the final third was modest at best, while his reluctance to shoot from dangerous positions has always been a curiosity given his superb technical ability.

But it’s also true that Kovacic was never signed as a prolific attacking midfielder, as a tally of 18 goals in eight years for his previous three clubs should have shown.

Instead, the Croatia international’s strengths lie in midfield. Since joining the Premier League in the summer of 2018, Kovacic has ranked fifth among midfielders in successful attacks and assists per 90.

He excels at receiving the ball under pressure, rising while beating the opposing press, and combining defense and attack – skills often overlooked due to his limited attacking power.

But it was those skills that probably endeared him to Manchester City who, after Real Madrid and Inter Milan, added their name to Kovacic’s stellar CV, who has already racked up 18 trophies – including four League titles. champions – during his career and the winner is.

It’s easy to imagine Kovacic fitting perfectly into Pep Guardiola’s squad, either as a competitor to Rodri as a pivot – which would be bad news for Kalvin Phillips – or as a potential future replacement. free agent Ilkay Gundogan as number 8.

Funding Kovacic before his contract expires makes sense for Chelsea, but when Guardiola wants a player it’s usually a sign he’s worth it.

June 27, 2023
Chelsea is about to make a phone call and will now increase their efforts to sign the 24-year-old ‘phenomenon’

Chelsea are set to step up their efforts to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli and the Blues will now be on the phone with the Italian champions.

What is the problem?
Well, it looked like the Nigeria international was going nowhere this summer after Le Parisien claimed Napoli wanted £155m for their talisman.

However, that doesn’t seem to have deterred Chelsea from the man The New Telegraph describes as a phenomenon.

Marianella believes the Blues are ready to speak to Napoli about a deal for Osimhen after making excellent progress in their task of clearing deadwood, with Kalidou Koulibaly, Edouard Mendy, Kai Havertz, Mateo Kovacic and Hakim Ziyech all courts are about to be released or have already been released.

The Italian journalist said: “In these hours in England they are saying that Chelsea are also about to call Napoli for Osimhen.

It seems that one door is closed, that of Real Madrid, the two most open to a forward remain Manchester United and PSG a place at Tottenham would also have become available at that time.”

In the 2022/23 season, Nigerian Napoli achieved their first Scudetto in 33 years with 31 goals in all competitions, establishing themselves as one of the best strikers in Europe.

It’s no surprise then that heavyweights such as Chelsea, Manchester United and PSG are all eyeing Osimhen.

Osimhen speculation suggests Chelsea see Jackson as a select option

Osimhen rumors are starting to heat up just as Chelsea are set to announce the signing of Nicolas Jackson from Villarreal. The Senegal striker has passed his medical and is set to sign an eight-year contract at Stamford Bridge.

Still, the fact that Chelsea are making a call to inquire about Osimhen suggests that Mauricio Pochettino doesn’t see Jackson as their most important man – at least not yet.

Still, that should give the 22-year-old some extra motivation to prove himself at Stamford Bridge.
Make sure to keep an eye on Osimhen’s name as Chelsea seem determined to sign the powerhouse goalscorer this summer.

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Chelsea is getting ready to make a £64 million offer for the World Cup player who astounded Cristiano Ronaldo

Chelsea is now preparing an offer to sign Diogo Costa da Porto, while Mauricio Pochettino seems to buy a fantastic goalkeeper.
This is according to a Bola in Portugal.

What is the story?
Well, the exit of the Portuguese news believes that Chelsea would like to sign an important update on Kepa Arizarabalaga and Edouard Mendy.
As a result, the efforts to sign Costa da Porto seem to sign.

A Bola understands Chelsea are considering making a €75m (£64m) bid for the Portugal international, with the Blues hoping to strike a deal where that amount will be paid in three instalments.

It says Chelsea want to pay €25m (£21m) now and the remaining €50m (£43m) in the future to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations.

The interest in Costa comes after he enjoyed a superb 2022/23 season in which he kept 20 clean sheets in 41 appearances and conceded just 30 goals.

The 23-year-old also started for Portugal at the World Cup, where he stunned Cristiano Ronaldo after coming dangerously close to missing out in the 3-2 win over Ghana when he rolled the ball towards Inaki Williams rather than tossing it long into the match. last seconds.

Update on Diogo Costa could be a sign of Chelsea changing plans

It was recently rumored that Pochettino now plans to start the 2023/24 season with Kepa as the No.1 goalkeeper, according to Sky Sports.

It is clear that this is in contradiction with what a Bola has reported about the coast, so an exit of news has been deceived, or there has been a real change of planning at Stamford Bridge.

In our opinion, Chelsea must follow in the footsteps of Manchester City and Liverpool being great in a main goalkeeper: they can be the difference between a good season and a great one.

Make sure to keep an eye on this situation, because soon an offer must be made for the coast.

June 27, 2023
Liverpool tries to sabotage Arsenal transfer.

Liverpool have reportedly entered the race for youngster Romeo Lavia from Southampton in an unexpected turn of events and could derail ongoing negotiations with Arsenal.

As the transfer saga continues to unfold, will interest from Liverpool thwart Arsenal’s plans or spur them on to accelerate their quest?

Liverpool are launching an unexpected investigation into Southampton’s Romeo Lavia, potentially disrupting ongoing negotiations with Arsenal.

Despite interest from various clubs, Arsenal have continued their search for the young Belgian midfielder and talks are already underway.

Liverpool’s entry into the race could pose a significant hurdle to Arsenal’s transfer plans. Liverpool watch Arsenal goal Romeo Lavia

In an unexpected twist to the Romeo Lavia transfer saga, Liverpool are reportedly inquiring from Southampton about the possibility of a deal.
The move is a potential disruption to ongoing negotiations between Arsenal and the south coast club.

Arsenal have been actively working to secure the young Belgian hopeful, despite interest from Chelsea and Manchester United.

However, the sudden interest from Liverpool is a significant obstacle as they too look to refresh their midfield.

Liverpool interest – a blow to Arsenal’s plans? Liverpool’s entry into the contest comes after agreeing a £35m deal for Brighton’s Alexis Mac Allister.

Their investigation into the terms of a deal with Lavia could dampen Arsenal’s hopes, although the Gunners are yet to make an official offer.

Lavia is performing superbly for Southampton and has become the first player born in 2004 to score in the Premier League.

Despite Southampton’s relegation, his 34 caps and debut for Belgium attracted the attention of several top clubs.

As the transfer saga unfolds, Arsenal’s advanced talks for Romeo Lavia and the potential complications arising from Liverpool’s interest and Manchester City’s special clause will give fans a compelling look.

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AC Milan are interested in a €30 million Liverpool target to replace Sandro Tonali.

Florentino Luis Price named as AC Milan target for Liverpool

The transfer rumor continues to simmer and Liverpool have been linked with another promising midfielder. Florentino Luis, a player previously linked with the Reds, has emerged as a potential target for AC Milan.

However, recent reports suggest the Portuguese midfielder will be available this summer for a relatively modest €30m (£25m) transfer fee.

This development raises the question of whether Liverpool should rekindle their interest in the talented Benfica player.

AC Milan’s interest in Florentino Luis stems from their search for a replacement for Newcastle United move

Sandro Tonali. Via ECHO, Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has touted the Portuguese midfielder as an option for the Serie A club. This news, combined with the affordable price tag, represents an interesting opportunity for Liverpool to consider.

Sandro Tonali. Via ECHO, Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has touted the Portuguese midfielder as an option for the Serie A club.

This news, combined with the affordable price tag, represents an interesting opportunity for Liverpool to consider. At just 23, Luis has already shown tremendous potential in his career.

Known for his defensive skills, he possesses excellent tackling, interception and positional awareness skills.
With the need to add depth and quality to the team, the acquisition of Florentino could respond to these needs.

His skills match Liverpool’s style of play, emphasizing pressure, intensity and quick transitions.

Luis’ defensive prowess would complement the team’s energetic approach and provide a platform for offensive talents to flourish.

Given Liverpool’s success in integrating players into Jurgen Klopp’s system, the Portuguese midfielder could find success alongside the club’s existing midfielders.

Competition from AC Milan and potential interest from other clubs could complicate matters. Still, the affordability of Florentino Luis’ price is an interesting assessment for Liverpool.

The Portuguese midfielder’s defensive strength and versatile abilities make him an attractive target for the Reds.

As the transfer window progresses, it remains to be seen whether Liverpool will reignite their interest and sign Florentino Luis.

June 27, 2023
Kylian Mbappe agreed moving to Liverpool in a private conversation. After’strong interest’ was expressed,

Liverpool have started the summer transfer window well with Paris Saint-Germain and French star Kylian Mbappé already giving Jürgen Klopp’s plans a huge boost

Paris Saint-Germain sensation Kylian Mbappé appears to have approved the move from Liverpool to winger Jeremy Doku.

Reports have surfaced in France in recent days that the Reds and Jurgen Klopp have a “strong interest” in the Belgian full-back. The draws come after Doku enjoyed his most productive season for Rennes with seven goals to his name in all competitions last season.

His form helped the French side finish fourth in Ligue 1 to secure a place in the group stage of the Europa League, the sixth consecutive season in European football. One man who has been impressed by Doku’s performances in recent campaigns has been French striker Mbappé.

He revealed he discussed the striker in a chat with his dad and was a big fan of his talents. “I recently spoke to my father about a player who impressed me with his qualities of speed, namely Doku, in Rennes”, said Mbappé in June 2021.

“In my five years as a professional, I have never seen anyone demonstrate so much strength from a standing start.”

Doku, 21, has made 90 appearances for Rennes since joining from Belgian giants Anderlecht. During that time, he recorded 11 goals and ten assists in all competitions, while creating opportunities at international level with 14 appearances for Belgium.

It’s not the first time Liverpool have been linked with a winger move. Already in 2017 he was invited to Merseyside but decided to stay in Anderlecht.

Rumor has it that the youngster has also been considered by Reds and Premier League rivals Chelsea ahead of the World Cup. Given this interest, Doku also praises Manchester City’s three-time winner Kevin De Bruyne.

After scoring his first international goal, the striker said: “He [Doku] is nimble, quick and he can dribble. Of course, sometimes he makes mistakes, but who doesn’t? It’s a diamond in the rough. »

Doku has two years left on his contract in France and should Liverpool seek a deal in the near future, he would be Merseyside’s other new face. Liverpool have already managed to secure the £45m signing of Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton.

Meanwhile, there has been a slight change in their attack with the departure of Roberto Firmino – who could make room for Doku. Luis Diaz is also expected to play a much bigger role in the next term.

The Colombian is now free from the injury problems that plagued him in his previous season and has also been given the Reds’ iconic number seven shirt coat.

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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has discovered “his own Fernando Torres,” but he confronts an £85 million conundrum.

Jurgen Klopp has been told he has his own Fernando Torres at Liverpool.

Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez is Jurgen Klopp’s own Fernandes Torres, claims ex-Chelsea striker Tony Cascarino.

The pundit has questioned how Klopp will use his Uruguayan frontman next season after a mixed debut campaign in English football.

Liverpool signed Nunez last summer for a fee that could rise to £85million. It will break the club’s transfer record once certain add-ons are reached.

The 24-year-old was not able to have the impact many hoped for last season. He started just 19 Premier League matches, coming off the bench on nine other occasions.

Nunez scored nine times and registered three assists, as well as netting four times in the Champions League. But he had to settle for a place for much of the latter stages of the season.

Cascarino has compared Nunez to former Reds striker Torres but more because of the Spaniard’s spell at Chelsea.

Torres often fought in front of the goal when he played for the blues and could not do justice to his price tag of 50 million GBP.

Cascarino says that there are similarities to Nunez and is fascinated to see how Klopp uses him after such a great effort in relation to a transmission fee in the next term.

He said about talk sport: “I am really fascinated what he is doing with Nunez. He regularly found himself out of the team towards the end of the season.

“You paid £ 80 million for him and he has not improved. Liverpool fans, they were a bit like Chelsea fans were with Torres, really willing him on to keep going and going and going.

“Chelsea fans were fantastic with Torres and likewise with Timo Werner. Liverpool fans were that to Nunez, they always sang his name, they always were willing and knowing he was trying for them. But he’s got to be better for Liverpool next year.”

Liverpool missed out on the Premier League top four last season and therefore Champions League qualification.

Cascarino says some of the performances were of particular concern but has backed Klopp to turn it around. He added: “There were some terrible versions. Naples removed in the Champions League for me.

“Brentford’s performance, the way Brentford played against Liverpool, found really difficult.

Many other games, even Arsenal disappeared, I thought they were really bad, even if sometimes it was a close match, I thought Still it was a poor goods.

“They have had difficult versions for Liverpool fans. It must be better and I believe he is the man for it.

June 27, 2023
Chelsea ‘ Think’ about using one stone to kill two birds, with Lukaku exchange transfer that would see ex-Arsenal target join

CHELSEA are reportedly considering a move that would “kill two birds with one stone” by including Romelu Lukaku in a deal for Dusan Vlahovic.

The Blues are currently going through a massive cleanup as they look to revamp their squad under new boss Mauricio Pochettino.

One of those likely to walk out is £97.5m forward Lukaku.
The 30-year-old Belgian international played on loan at Inter last season and would like to move to the San Siro.

But Chelsea have so far rejected Inter’s offer to bring on the former Everton and Manchester United side for another season. Lukaku was also offered a lucrative transfer from Saudi Arabia but didn’t accept that either.

Now The Telegraph says Juventus are keen to sign him as a possible replacement for Dusan Vlahovic.
The 23-year-old Serbian has long been a transfer target for Arsenal but now Chelsea could make a splash as they are also in the new market for a new striker.

And this new report states that bringing Vlahovic “and sending Lukaku to Juventus would kill two birds with one stone for Chelsea”.

Milan would also be interested, but the deal “shouldn’t materialise”. Chelsea have been open to Lukaku’s return to Stamford Bridge and a fresh start under Pochettino.

But the player himself has made it clear that staying in Italy is his goal.
Blues bosses will have further talks over his future this week.

And this update claims that “there is still recognition on all sides that it is in everyone’s interest” to get things done quickly.

We previously reported that Juventus value Vlahovic at £68m and club bosses are keen to sell him this summer. The striker joined the club from Fiorentina for £62m in January last year but struggled to find his form, scoring just ten Serie A goals last season.

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Chelsea will now complete the sale of the 24-year-old within few days. this week according to Fabrizio Romano

Fabrizio Romano has said Chelsea will finalize the sale of Kai Havertz to Arsenal this week.

He reported on Twitter that the German international has already completed the first leg of his medical to see him move to north London.

It appears Havertz’s career at Chelsea is drawing to a close, leaving his name in history after scoring the only goal of the 2021 Champions League final.

However, looking beyond that moment, it was a disappointing spell at Stamford Bridge for the 24-year-old, despite him being a regular.

He spent most of the final season in charge but failed to impress as a regular goalscorer in what was generally a difficult season for the club.

With hardly any players considered untouchable in West London this summer, the Blues were willing to listen to offers for Havertz this summer.
Havertz will be sold this week

Arsenal now appear to have won the tender, with Romano saying the deal should be finalized this week.

He said: “Kai Havertz has already completed the first part of medical tests as a new Arsenal player. We are waiting for the club to sign contracts.
“The deal with Chelsea will be finalized this week.”

The amount the Gunners are paying is certainly not something Chelsea will be disappointed with, especially after the huge transfer fee they have spent to bring him back in 2020.

The sale of the Germany international will follow closely a number of first-team players leaving the club, many of them on their way to Saudi Arabia.

Yesterday it was announced that Kalidou Koulibaly had left the club after just one year in the Premier League.

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Mateo Kovacic: Man City and Chelsea reach a £30 million agreement for the Croatia midfielder

Mateo Kovacic joined Chelsea on loan from Real Madrid in 2018 before making his transfer permanent for £40m a year later;

The Croatian midfielder won four major trophies at Stamford Bridge, including the Champions League in 2021; Kovacic has one more year at Chelsea

Manchester City have agreed a £30m deal to sign Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic.

The fee is said to be £25m guaranteed initially, plus £5m in performance-based surcharges. An official announcement that Kovacic will join last season’s treble winners is expected shortly.

Kovacic has been at Stamford Bridge since leaving Real Madrid – initially on loan – in the summer of 2018.

The Croatia international won four major trophies during his time at Chelsea – including his fourth Champions League in 2021 – and went on to make 221 appearances for the club.

The logic of why Chelsea would allow Mateo Kovacic to leave Stamford Bridge – even to one of their Premier League rivals – is easy to see given that he only has one year left on his contract and that at 29 years old, it is believed to have a limited one.

Interested in engaging in the Stamford Bridge reconstruction project in West London.

There will likely be a segment of Chelsea fans who look at Kovacic’s tally of four goals and 13 assists in 142 Premier League games over five years and think it’s a bargain, up to £30m for the midfield.

It’s true that Kovacic’s influence in the final third was modest at best, while his reluctance to shoot from dangerous positions has always been a curiosity given his superb technical ability.

But it’s also true that Kovacic was never signed as a prolific attacking midfielder, as a tally of 18 goals in eight years for his previous three clubs should have shown.

Instead, the Croatia international’s strengths lie in midfield. Since joining the Premier League in the summer of 2018, Kovacic has ranked fifth among midfielders in successful attacks and assists per 90.

He excels at receiving the ball under pressure, rising while beating the opposing press, and combining defense and attack – skills often overlooked due to his limited attacking power.

But it was those skills that probably endeared him to Manchester City who, after Real Madrid and Inter Milan, added their name to Kovacic’s stellar CV, who has already racked up 18 trophies – including four League titles. champions – during his career and the winner is.

It’s easy to imagine Kovacic fitting perfectly into Pep Guardiola’s squad, either as a competitor to Rodri as a pivot – which would be bad news for Kalvin Phillips – or as a potential future replacement. free agent Ilkay Gundogan as number 8.

Funding Kovacic before his contract expires makes sense for Chelsea, but when Guardiola wants a player it’s usually a sign he’s worth it.

June 27, 2023
After Mbappe enraged Qatari executives, Liverpool is willing to pay more than $300 million for him.

Kylian Mbappé has a good options of playing in Europe.

Kylian Mbappé’s future is uncertain. Real Madrid were the team openly looking for him and Liverpool also threw their hats in the ring for the world champions who were to be mentored by Jurgen Klopp.

With his future still unclear following his move to Paris Saint-Germain, FIFA chief agent Marco Kirdemir says the Qatari management are very upset with the Frenchman’s decision not to renew his contract with the club. beyond 2024. Liverpool are ready to pay more than $300 million

Mbappé is the headliner of the summer transfer market and although he can be found on the covers of football and sports magazines around the world, the market is huge and constantly on the move. Marco Kirdemir is now a FIFA agent and knows what a lot of agents have to do: “There will be news next week.” We will have news from England and Germany.

Kardemir has very good relations with insiders in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, so he contacted those close to the PSG bosses and they weren’t too happy with their star’s decision.

In the interview with Marca, Kademir mentioned that he spoke to important people close to the Qatari family: “They told me that they were very angry. They wanted and were convinced that it would be extended. The Emir is very upset.
Kylian Mbappé will not renew his contract with PSG

This confirms the departure of Kylian Mbappé from the French club. Even if everything indicates that it will be this summer and at Real Madrid, according to Kirdemir, Florentino Perez has a competitor: “Liverpool are a competitor of Real Madrid and would like to pay a fortune for Mbappé, the fortune he speaks of would be around the lie from 300 million”. “. lie.” .”

Another name mentioned was “Luka Modric” because he was tempted by tempting offers from Saudi Arabia. However, it has just been confirmed that Modric will remain with Real Madrid for the 23/24 season.

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Liverpool’s 24-year-old player will be fantastic, according to Jurgen Klopp, next season.

Jurgen Klopp would expect Darwin Nunez to shine for Liverpool next season after an uneven first year in the Premier League at Anfield.

According to Athletic, the German manager has high expectations for the 24-year-old striker, who scored 15 goals in his first season on Merseyside after Nunez completed a blockbuster transfer from Benfica to Liverpool that could cost up to £85m.

With Roberto Firmino leaving Liverpool, Nunez is expected to be given more minutes as Klopp looks to split playing time between his five-star strikers. And the Uruguayan international could make a name for himself in the new season.

In UEFA Europa League football, Nunez could become a Liverpool regular, making Klopp’s new task of juggling the team’s fitness while challenging for the Premier League title a challenge the former Benfica star could happily accept.

With Nunez now more accustomed to the Premier League and playing for Liverpool, fans expect him to improve on his goalscoring tally from last season, a feat the 24-year-old could easily match if he gives his brand new season. .

Klopp is right to demand more of Nunez in his second season at Liverpool

Nunez arrived at Liverpool this summer with one of Europe’s biggest shouts and while 15 goals isn’t a bad tally for a striker making his Premier League debut, many fans and critics were expecting more. . And Klopp has every right to demand more from the striker next season.

In fact, Nunez has grown in confidence with every game in England and for Liverpool.

And with the Reds entering a whole new world with the Europa League next year, the South American talisman could become the attacking leader of the Anfield side if all goes well for the former Benfica star.

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Brazilian teammate is perplexed as Mohamed Salah signs with a Saudi club.

One Brazilian team member believed they were getting the real deal.

After learning that his club had signed Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool winger’s namesake and not the real deal, an Al-Adalah player revealed that he experienced a flurry of emotions.

The Saudi Pro League in 2023 has drawn a large number of football players who are in their later years. Soon after the World Cup ended, Cristiano Ronaldo signed a contract with Al-Nassr. This summer, other players from Europe have also moved to the Middle East, including Karim Benzema of Real Madrid, the trio of N’Golo Kante, Edouard Mendy, and Kalidou Koulibaly from Chelsea, and Ruben Neves of Wolves.

Salah’s name would therefore be strongly associated with a multi-million pound move to Saudi Arabia right now if he hadn’t signed a three-year contract extension at Anfield last summer.

When he heard about his team’s most recent acquisition, Edson, a Brazilian defensive midfielder who plays for Al-Adalah, mistakenly thought the Egyptian King had been acquired by his team. In his native country, he described how at first he even rejoiced at the news in an interview with ESPN.

Regarding Salah, I thought it belonged to Liverpool, he said. I was hoping that would be the end of it, but it wasn’t. If Salah went there, it wouldn’t be out of this world because Arab football is expanding rapidly every year. “.

The player in question was a left back from Saudi Arabia.

In England, criticism of the Pro League’s expanding financial clout has been met with demands for a transfer embargo from Gary Neville and questions from former Reds striker Peter Crouch regarding the transfer of Neves in particular.

Although he did so with a positive attitude, Edson also discussed the league’s expanding financial power during his interview.

“There is a lot of investment being made in Arab football, and the goal is to build a stronger league every year. I’m excited to take part in the magic that is happening in that game of football right now.

‘They have always made investments. Saudi Federation, league, and presidents. However, investment power has been rising every year, and it has now increased even more. This is advantageous for the nation, which loves football a lot.

There is still much room for growth in this nation. All other players will naturally want to go if the top players go there. The other wants to go if the first one does. In this crucial situation, I’m honored to represent the club.

“They have a plan for 2030, and their goal is to transform Saudi Arabia as they did Dubai. They are making significant investments in the design of cities to entice tourists. I have no doubt that the Saudi Championship will rank among the top six or seven worldwide. Because it expands significantly each year, I have no doubts about that. “.

June 27, 2023
How the Reds might line up in 2023–24 after the Liverpool moves

After the highs of 2021/22, which almost culminated in a historic quadrupling, Liverpool had a miserable 2022/23 season, although a strong end to the season has brought a touch of optimism heading into the summer.

Jurgen Klopp’s men rallied to finish fifth and will compete in the Europa League after many tipped them for another title.

The club has a number of key focus areas this summer, with midfield being the overwhelming priority.

Klopp will not want to endure another season like 2022/23 and the Reds are expected to be very busy in the market.
This is how Liverpool could line up for the 2023/24 season.

How Liverpool could line up in 2023/24

The best goalkeeper in the Premier League was, without question, Liverpool’s star man last season. His place between the sticks couldn’t be more secure heading into 2023/24.

RB: Trent Alexander-Arnold – The revolutionary right-back’s productive end to the season coincided with a role change which facilitated his advancement into midfield areas.

His performances for England in June only bolstered the notion that his future may lie further up the pitch, and we’ll surely see him in a more metronomic role come the start of next season.

CB: Virgil van Dijk – The Dutchman may no longer boast the imperious aura of his apex and he certainly wasn’t at his best in 2022/23. However, whether last season was just an outlier or the beginning of Van Dijk’s decline remains to be seen.

CB: Ibrahima Konate – It could be argued strongly that Konate is Liverpool’s best centre-back at the moment. For example, the Reds were hampered by his injury problems last season.

The club are expected to test the centre-back waters this summer and have been linked with Wolsburg’s Micky van de Ven, but Van Dijk and Konate should be the partnership of choice.

LB: Andy Robertson – The ever-reliable Robertson was a shining spark for the Reds during their difficult 2022-23 season and his status as Liverpool’s starting left-back is unquestioned.

DM: Fabinho – The Brazilian’s time at the club looked set to come to an end for much of 2022/23, but Klopp’s change of structure to move Trent into midfield helped Fabinho finish the season well.

Liverpool could make three additions to their engine room this summer but Klopp will certainly want a touch of familiarity.

CM: Khephren Thuram – One of those Thuram players, who can operate at the base of midfield and in a more entrepreneurial box-to-box role.

The Reds have been continuously linked with the transfer of the Nice midfielder but the deal isn’t expected to be finalized until after the European Under-21 Championship.

Nicolo Barella, Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni are other names on the club’s radar, but Thuram looks set to conclude the simplest and most realistic deal.

CM: Alexis Mac Allister – The world champion was Liverpool’s first signing this summer and will become a cornerstone for Klopp’s Reds next season.

The action-packed Argentine could play a similar role to Georginio Wijnaldum at Anfield.

RW: Mohamed Salah – Salah expressed his frustration after Liverpool finished the 2022/23 season in fifth place, writing on Twitter that he was “completely devastated”.

The post sparked rumors of a possible exit with Saudi clubs who have recently been linked. However, Salah is expected to stay on Merseyside and help the club have a successful year.

ST: Cody Gakpo – Replacing Roberto Firmino won’t be an easy task but Gakpo, who joined the club in January, has impressed across the board and is set to take over from the Brazilian.

The Dutchman, who finished the season with seven Premier League goals, will have a similar role to Firmino at Anfield.

AG: Luis Diaz – The winger’s impact on the club was felt right in the middle of Liverpool’s majestic 2021/22 season and his long-term absence was clearly felt last season.

A knee injury ruled Diaz out for six months, but he returned before the end of the season and started four consecutive league games.

Although it may take longer for Diaz to get back to his best, he is expected to move ahead of Darwin Nunez on the depth chart by the start of next season.

June 27, 2023
Mason Mount makes Chelsea decision after Mauricio Pochettino intervenes with the Manchester United transfer plan.

Mason Mount faces an increasingly uncertain future at Chelsea as his contract expires in 12 months and Manchester United are seriously interested in a transfer

Mason Mount has made an important decision amid interest from Manchester United which could impact his future at Chelsea. The 24-year-old midfielder has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford lately, but he doesn’t appear to be pushing for an immediate exit.

football.london understands the Blues were close to reaching agreement on a new contract for Mount, as his contract at Stamford Bridge expired in 12 months. However, after his return from the World Cup in December, no offers were on the table.

Shortly after the start of the new year, Chelsea resumed talks with the England international but were unwilling to sign a one-year extension.

Mount is believed to have not received a better offer since then, meaning he will become a free agent at the end of next season.

The Red Devils are said to have had three bids rejected by West Londoners for Mount, with their latest bid for £55m, including £5m in add-ons. According to widespread reports, United have walked out of talks after Chelsea made a £58million counter-offer, plus £7million in add-ons.

Despite much speculation about his future, Mount doesn’t appear ready to force a departure.

According to The Telegraph, the Cobham graduate intends to inform Mauricio Pochettino that he will turn up for pre-season training and make himself available for the Blues’ US tour, which kicks off on July 17.

Although Mount is keen to retain his contract with the west Londoners, The Telegraph says Pochettino hopes the vast majority of Chelsea players will be sold by July 17 next Tuesday, with those who have their international duties taken care of arriving. later.

Despite much speculation about his future, Mount seems unwilling to force an exit. According to The Telegraph, the Cobham graduate plans to inform Mauricio Pochettino that he will report for pre-training and make himself available for the Blues’ tour of the United States, which kicks off on July 17.

Although Mount is keen to stick to his contract with the west Londoners, the Telegraph say Pochettino hopes the vast majority of Chelsea players will be sold by July 17.

It is said that the squad will return to training from next Tuesday and those who have fulfilled their international duties will arrive later.

The Telegraph adds that Pochettino would like to meet Mount if his future is still up in the air before they start working together. While the Blues would rather not go empty-handed, the midfielder is free to leave in 12 months’ time if he doesn’t find a new club this summer.

Last month, Frank Lampard predicted a departure from Mount after claiming he was unsure how Chelsea intended to retain him.

Speaking to Sky Sports, the former caretaker Chelsea manager said: “I think it’s a difficult situation because working with Mason – and not just Mason, other players when I was here before – it are either really important players who have become for the club.”

Clubs who have a real relationship with the supporters because they really feel the club as they have been at the academy since they were eight years old and some of between them have moved to other clubs and the club are done with it have progressed well and wish them well in their careers.

“I think with Mason, especially as an individual, I don’t know what the solution is going to be because it’s the club’s and Mason’s problem. I don’t know exactly where Mason is personally, he still has a year left on his contract. ” .

“I know he is highly regarded at the club and I know the club are trying to do what they can to get him to stay, but I also think in the modern age Mason would never want to be here talking small talk to him.” which a player should do because he will see everything with his own eyes.

“I think in the past that would have been the reason you left the club. Today you have to move forward and we ended up in the situation that is happening now.”

June 26, 2023
According to reports, Liverpool is dominating the competition to capture the 21-year-old Chelsea target.

Celta Vigo midfielder Gabri Veiga has been linked with a move to the Premier League in recent weeks.

Liverpool are currently leading the race to sign the 21-year-old midfielder this summer, according to a report from the Transfer Room.

The player is also reportedly a target for Chelsea and other Premier League clubs including Manchester United and Newcastle United are monitoring him.

Veiga was a key player for Celta Vigo last season and has eleven goals and four assists to his credit in all competitions.

The talented attacking midfielder has caught the attention of several Premier League clubs with his performances and where he lands remains to be seen.

Apparently, the player has a €40m release clause in his contract and it remains to be seen if the Reds are ready to pay it.

It’s no secret that Liverpool need midfield reinforcements. Veiga can play both as a number ten and as an advanced central midfielder.

The talented youngster will help create goalscoring opportunities for Liverpool and he will also score goals himself.

Chelsea certainly have more financial resources compared to Liverpool but the Reds can offer them European football next season.

It will be interesting to see if Liverpool can fend off competition from their Premier League rivals and sign the talented young midfielder.

Meanwhile, Chelsea also need to add quality and depth in midfield. Players like Mateo Kovacic are expected to move this summer and the Blues should look to sign a good playmaker.

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Liverpool’s 24-year-old player will be fantastic, according to Jurgen Klopp, next season.

Jurgen Klopp would expect Darwin Nunez to shine for Liverpool next season after an uneven first year in the Premier League at Anfield.

According to Athletic, the German manager has high expectations for the 24-year-old striker, who scored 15 goals in his first season on Merseyside after Nunez completed a blockbuster transfer from Benfica to Liverpool that could cost up to £85m.

With Roberto Firmino leaving Liverpool, Nunez is expected to be given more minutes as Klopp looks to split playing time between his five-star strikers. And the Uruguayan international could make a name for himself in the new season.

In UEFA Europa League football, Nunez could become a Liverpool regular, making Klopp’s new task of juggling the team’s fitness while challenging for the Premier League title a challenge the former Benfica star could happily accept.

With Nunez now more accustomed to the Premier League and playing for Liverpool, fans expect him to improve on his goalscoring tally from last season, a feat the 24-year-old could easily match if he gives his brand new season. .

Klopp is right to demand more of Nunez in his second season at Liverpool

Nunez arrived at Liverpool this summer with one of Europe’s biggest shouts and while 15 goals isn’t a bad tally for a striker making his Premier League debut, many fans and critics were expecting more. . And Klopp has every right to demand more from the striker next season.

In fact, Nunez has grown in confidence with every game in England and for Liverpool.

And with the Reds entering a whole new world with the Europa League next year, the South American talisman could become the attacking leader of the Anfield side if all goes well for the former Benfica star.

June 26, 2023