Cardiff City have released a statement saying the Premier League club ‘continue to pray for positive news’ concerning club-record signing Emiliano Sala. Sala, the striker, was on board the plane that went missing over the English Channel on Monday evening, the French civil aviation authority have confirmed. Cardiff’s new signing was one of two people…
Marcelo Bielsa delivers incredible presentation to press as Leeds United boss admits he has ‘spied’ on every opponent this season
Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa has sensationally revealed that he has sent a staff member to watch all of their opponents’ training sessions this season – but has defended his methods and insisted they are not illegal. Bielsa called an impromptu press conference on Wednesday in response to investigations launched by the Football Association and the…
‘I was dying’ – Former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho confirms he DID sneak into Stamford Bridge changing room in a laundry basket
Jose Mourinho confirmed he DID sneak into Chelsea’s dressing room via a laundry basket, despite being banned from the stadium. The former Manchester United boss made the revelation while speaking on beIN SPORTS during his first spell as Chelsea boss. Back in 2005, Mourinho claimed Frank Rijkaard visited referee Anders Frisk at half-time of the Blues’ Champions League clash with…
David Beckham joins fellow Manchester United ‘Class of 92’ legends as part owner of Salford City
David Beckham has bought a stake in Salford City, the National League side have announced. The Manchester United legend has followed in the footsteps of his former team-mates Ryan Giggs, Gary Neville, Phil Neville, Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt and secured a 10 per cent stake in the club. With the ‘Class of 92’ major…
Gonzalo Higuain is a great signing for Chelsea but Tottenham should have got him first, says Dean Saunders
Dean Saunders believes Tottenham dropped a massive clanger by not signing Gonzalo Higuain in the summer, as the striker prepares to join London rivals Chelsea. Higuain is reportedly close to signing for Chelsea on loan for the rest of the season, as they look to ship out misfiring Alvaro Morata and improve their front line….
Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo charged by FA after being sent off in victory over Leicester City
Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo has been charged with misconduct by the Football Association after he was sent off during his side’s match with Leicester City. Santo ran onto the pitch to celebrate with his players when Diogo Jota scored a 93rd minute goal at Molineux to give them a 4-3 win. Referee Chris Kavanagh…
Manchester United may double Marcus Rashford’s wages in order to fend off potential Real Madrid approach – reports
Manchester United could double Marcus Rashford’s wages to £150,000 a week amid speculation Real Madrid are after him. The striker, 21, has been in splendid form since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took charge of United, scoring four goals in six games. Rashford has six goals and three assists in his last nine matches which has caught…
Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain could return from injury in early March
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain could return from injury in early March, according to reports. The Liverpool midfielder was expected to be sidelined for the entire season after damaging knee ligaments last April. He played a key role in the Reds’ road to the Champions League final last season, scoring in the quarter-final defeat of Manchester City. However,…
Former Chelsea and Liverpool defender Glen Johnson announces retirement from football
Glen Johnson has announced his retirement from professional football. Speaking exclusively to talkSPORT on Monday, the former Liverpool, Chelsea and England defender revealed he has decided to hang up his boots after 16 years at the highest level. He told the Jim White show: “Today is the day I’m officially saying I’ve retired. “I knew…
Chelsea and Liverpool transfer target Adrien Rabiot ‘forced’ to train with the Paris Saint-Germain reserves
Adrien Rabiot has reportedly been forced to train with the Paris Saint-Germain reserves as he looks to run down his contract with the club. The 23-year-old is a free agent in the summer and has so far refused to sign a new agreement with the Ligue 1 club. Barcelona, Chelsea and Liverpool have all been…