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I was skeptical about Arteta’s dropping Ramsdale but now I get it

Ex Arsenal Invincibles legend Jens Lehmann, who made over 200 appearances for the Gunners in the early 2000’s has come out and had his say over the goal keeping situation at Arsenal and what’s transpired this season between Aaron Ramsdale and David Raya.

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Serie A transfer round up: Offer for €40m Spurs target, new favourites for Milan and Napoli jobs

Check out the most relevant transfer stories involving Serie A clubs on Friday, May 3, 2024, including Napoli‘s reported offer for Alessandro Buongiorno and new favourites for the Partenopei and Milan‘s jobs.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / 19 minutes ago

Fiorentina announce Sottil surgery for fracture

Fiorentina confirm that Riccardo Sottil has undergone surgery after fracturing his clavicle during the Conference League semi-final. The winger had opened the scoring against Club Brugge last night in what would go on to be a 3-2 victory, but was not able to finish the match.

Soccer News / Football Italia / 29 minutes ago

Torino wear special Superga kit on anniversary of tragedy

Torino are wearing a special edition jersey this evening against Bologna marking the 75th anniversary of the Superga tragedy that killed the Grande Torino team.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / 32 minutes ago

Ex-Real Madrid midfielder on shortlist for Borussia Dortmund and Besiktas jobs

While it is Xabi Alonso who is claiming all of the headlines this season, it is another former Real Madrid midfielder that could be in line for one of Europe’s big jobs this summer.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / 25 minutes ago

Frank O’Rourke and the Mighty Quinn battle for supremacy

Former Celtic Park Head Tour Guide Maura McColgan’s grandfather Frank O’Rourke was born Francis Rourke at Omoa Square, a group of houses attached to the Omoa Iron Works just north-west of Cleland, on 5 December 1876.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / 20 minutes ago

Tottenham make enquiry for 21-year-old defender ahead of summer window

Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna and they have already enquired for the young defender. The 21-year-old defender is highly rated in Italy and he has a big future ahead of himself.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / 21 minutes ago

Roma Eyeing Benfica, Fenerbahce, and Stuttgart Forwards

Roma will have revolving doors up front this summer and are pondering some cost-effective purchases such as Rafa Silva, Jamie Leweling, and Michy Batshuayi.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / 28 minutes ago

Juventus and Roma battling for Spinazzola & two promising youngsters

Juventus are reportedly set their sights on Roma wingback Leonardo Spinazzola as well as two promising youngsters. The two clubs will lock horns at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday evening, but a few skirmishes could also ensue on the market.

Real Mallorca News / Football Espana / 16 minutes ago

Diego Simeone takes shot at Memphis Depay fitness ahead of Atletico Madrid-Real Mallorca

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has suggested that Memphis Depay‘s fitness is impacted by the possible motivations he has, rather than just his body.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / 1 hour ago

Tottenham ‘set their sights’ on €27m-rated ace linked with Liverpool, Man Utd

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for the Feyenoord midfielder Mats Wieffer. A report from Fichajes claims that Tottenham have ‘set their sights’ on the 24-year-old defensive midfielder and it remains to be seen whether they come forward with an official approach to sign him.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / 15 minutes ago

Don’t expect Arteta to throw Jurrien Timber straight into the starting line-up

This weekend, Arsenal will face Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium in an early Saturday kickoff. Aside from an Arsenal win, there are many things we can expect from that game, but one thing we cannot expect is Jurrien Timber to start.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / 19 minutes ago

Nine Juventus player whose future could depend on Max Allegri

At the end of the season, Max Allegri could finally leave his post in Turin, that is if the Juventus management decides to ring the changes. The 56-year-old

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / 31 minutes ago

Is the City of Manchester, Red or Blue?

Recently, one of the most talked about topics in the world of English football is whether the city of Manchester is red or blue. As we all know Manchester contains two top clubs in the world: one containing a rich history, and the other currently making new history.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / 27 minutes ago

Amazing stat that shows how much Kai Havertz has improved since joining Arteta’s Arsenal

There are several examples of the Spanish coach’s influence on the talent at his disposal, but for the purposes of this piece, we may focus on Kai Havertz’s development under Arteta.

Celta Vigo News / Tribal Football / 19 minutes ago

Ajax step up interest in Celta Vigo midfielder Williot Swedberg

Ajax are stepping up their interest in Celta Vigo midfielder Williot Swedberg. Relevo says Ajax wants to sign the Swedish talent this summer. Celta Vigo needs to sell some players to make room for new acquisitions for next season.

Girona FC News / Tribal Football / 20 minutes ago

Barcelona coach Xavi: We want Eric Garcia back; Romeu...?

Barcelona coach Xavi has declared he wants Eric Garcia back next season. The defender is currently on-loan with weekend opponents Girona. Xavi said: "Yes (we want him back).

Bayer Leverkusen News / Tribal Football / 34 minutes ago

Roma defender Smalling: We created as many chances as Bayer Leverkusen

Roma defender Chris Smalling admits defeat to Bayer Leverkusen was disappointing. Roma were beaten at home 2-0 in the first-leg of their Europa League semifinal last night.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / 2 hours ago

Why I believe that Gabriel Jesus will be leaving Arsenal this summer

Yesterday rumours started to circulate that Arsenal were open to letting Gabriel Jesus go in the summer if the right price was to come in. Of course, this is very early and anything can happen in football, especially when it comes to transfers, but it does leave us to question whether Jesus will be a right fit for this Arsenal squad next season.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / 2 hours ago

What transfer insider heard this morning about Liverpool and Teun Koopmeiners this summer

Liverpool are reportedly not tracking Atalanta’s Teun Koopmeiners ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window. Ben Jacobs reported on X (formerly Twitter) that Arne Slot has yet to make a case for any potential incomings at Anfield.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / 35 minutes ago

‘Priority Position’: Liverpool To Discuss Key Transfer Decision With Arne Slot

Liverpool are reportedly looking to bolster their backline this summer. The Reds are preparing for their first transfer window of the post-Jurgen Klopp era.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / 1 hour ago

Tottenham To Make Key Decision On ‘Massive’ Star After Newest Injury Blow

Tottenham Hotspur are well aware their need to win all their remaining games of the 2023/24 Premier League season if they aspire to qualify for the UEFA Champions League and beat Aston Villa for the fourth spot.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / 23 minutes ago

Top 3 Chelsea Players To Select For FPL Gameweek 36

With the season coming to an end, there’s a bigger importance placed on making the right picks in fantasy football. This piece will look at the top 3 Chelsea players that you should have in your team for FPL gameweek 36 ahead of their clash with West Ham.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / 1 hour ago

Mikel Arteta tells his Arsenal players not to get carried away and keep winning

We are very certainly into ‘squeaky bum time’ as Alex Ferguson would say, and although Arsenal are doing thir very best to win every game until the bitter end, most fans focus is at the moment is on waiting impatiently for Man City to somehow drop points in their last few games.

Aston Villa News / Esteemed Kompany / 4 minutes ago

Phil Foden picks up FWA Men’s Footballer of the Year award

Phil Foden has been named the Football Writers’ Association Men’s Footballer of the Year this morning. The award is a fitting reward for an outstanding season from City’s academy poster boy.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / 9 minutes ago

Is a Borussia Dortmund starlet Manchester City’s solution at left-back?

Could a Borussia Dortmund starlet be Manchester City’s solution at left-back? Ian Maatsen has starred for the Bundesliga side since joining the club on loan from Chelsea.