Cesc Fabregas has delivered a significant transfer ultimatum to the Como hierarchy just days before the summer window closes, despite leading his side to a historic 2-1 victory over Napoli. The Spanish tactician is demanding attacking reinforcements to ensure his squad can handle the dual demands of domestic football and their upcoming Champions League debut.
In Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro, do Chelsea boast the Premier League’s best attacking unit? Blues legend Ruud Gullit has answered that question for GOAL. Following another summer of big spending at Stamford Bridge, and further change in the dugout, the west London heavyweights are certainly not short on fearsome firepower.
Abafana Bes'thende tactician has revealed a staggering breakdown in communication during his side’s MTN8 semi-final exit against the Brazilians. Despite meticulous pre-match preparations, the coach admitted that at least one of his players was unaware of the actual aggregate score during the final moments of the encounter.
Alexander Isak has scored his first goal of the season for Liverpool, but Joe Hart believes his Anfield teammates still lack trust in the £125 million striker. Despite finding the net in a frustrating draw with Nottingham Forest, the Swedish international looked largely isolated in Andoni Iraola's system.
The Buccaneers head coach has issued a firm warning to his emerging stars, urging them to prioritize their physical health and professional discipline. The Moroccan tactician is determined to ensure his latest crop of talent does not fall victim to the common pitfalls that have derailed many promising careers in South African football.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has dismissed any suggestion that his club shares a friendly relationship with Chelsea, despite a flurry of high-profile transfers between the two sides this summer. The Spaniard insisted that the competitive nature of the Premier League means both teams are effectively out to "kill" one another on and off the pitch.
Dietmar Hamann has told GOAL how Phil Foden can rediscover his spark at Manchester City following a “very draining” spell under Pep Guardiola. The England international is considered to be an “exceptional” player and is being backed to take his “big chance” under new boss Enzo Maresca - with a clean slate having been presented to the 26-year-old playmaker.
Inter coach Cristian Chivu has called for calm following his side's narrow victory over Cagliari, insisting that high-profile signings John Stones and Curtis Jones need time to settle into the Nerazzurri way of life. Despite maintaining a perfect start to the new campaign, the Romanian tactician admitted his side were fortunate to escape Sardinia with all three points.
Leon Goretzka took plenty of time in his search for his next club and was already in danger of becoming one of the losers of the transfer summer. He has now chosen a club facing a Herculean task.
Gary Neville has made a bold prediction regarding the Premier League title race, insisting that Arsenal’s defensive superiority makes them the team to beat this season. Despite impressive victories for his former club Manchester United and a resurgent Chelsea side, the pundit believes Mikel Arteta has built a unit that is simply unmatched across the division.