Former Manchester United defender Quinton Fortune admits he wishes his old club had re-signed Danny Welbeck this summer. The experienced striker instead completed a surprise move from Brighton to Chelsea, leaving Fortune to praise Xabi Alonso's astute business in the transfer market.
Brentford defender Nathan Collins has backed his team-mates to maintain the high standards established by Jordan Henderson following his departure to Chelsea. The 36-year-old midfielder left the Gtech Community Stadium by mutual consent after a single season, leaving a lasting legacy behind as the Bees prepare for the new Premier League campaign.
Bayern Munich defender Jonathan Tah has praised the impressive managerial qualities of both Vincent Kompany and Xabi Alonso. The Germany international highlighted how the legendary former players use their vast experience to emotionally connect with their squads and successfully implement tactical ideas.
Enzo Fernandez would tick a box for Manchester City that the Blues have been missing, Colin Hendry has told GOAL, with the World Cup winner tipped to be a “big plus” for Enzo Maresca if he can be lured away from Chelsea. The Argentina international will come with a huge price tag, said to stand at £120 million ($162m), but could prove to be money well spent.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has addressed the recent transfer speculation linking talented teenage midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly with Chelsea and Manchester United. The Spanish coach insisted that rival interest in the young academy graduate is actually a positive sign for the club's development.
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