After a long transfer saga, there are now many signs that Joao Palhinha really will leave Bayern Munich and join Benfica Lisbon. For the German record champions, however, this departure was apparently not the preferred solution.
The Natal Rich Boys chairman has provided clarity on the decision to relocate their upcoming high-profile encounter against Amakhosi. The fixture, which serves as a major draw for fans in KwaZulu-Natal, will no longer take place at the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium as originally planned.
Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti has delivered a defiant message to Arsenal and any other potential suitors regarding the future of Kenan Yildiz. The Italian tactician insists that the Turkish international remains a fundamental part of the long-term project in Turin, regardless of the figures being mentioned in the transfer market.
Unai Emery's side have moved quickly to bolster their midfield options by reaching a breakthrough in talks with German international Leon Goretzka. The former Bayern Munich star is now expected to undergo a medical before completing a move to Villa Park as a free agent.
The Sea Robbers’ pursuit of a fifth consecutive Wafa Wafa trophy got off to a positive start as they came away from the first leg of the semi-final with the advantage. Despite an uninspiring display that left the Buccaneers faithful frustrated, new signing Sebastian Pedersen finally made his long-awaited debut.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has insisted that his side’s shock 2-0 defeat to newly-promoted Hull City will not derail their long-term project. The Red Devils were stunned on a difficult afternoon at the MKM Stadium as the Tigers marked their Premier League return with a historic victory.