Former Arsenal striker Paul Mariner goes through Harry Maguire’s defensive attributes and concludes that he is not worth the kind of money that Leicester City are demanding for him. Craig Burley and Mark Donaldson rate the latest transfer rumours surrounding Harry Maguire, Edinson Cavani, and a couple Real Madrid stars. The European transfer window is
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Julien Laurens thinks Frank Lampard’s Chelsea return with a pending transfer ban will be “a hell of a task ahead.” The FC guys debate whether or not N’Golo Kante and Jorginho will be able to fit into Frank Lampard’s system this season at Chelsea. The ESPN FC crew debate Chelsea’s decision to pay over £40
Alejandro Moreno says Barcelona are negotiating poorly and are limiting their options by not wanting to part ways with Ousmane Dembele. Barcelona have beaten Paris Saint-Germain to the signing of highly rated England youth international Louie Barry, sources have confirmed to ESPN FC. Barry, who turned 16 last month, confirmed earlier this week that he
The European transfer window is open. Click here to review all the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the latest gossip below. Top free agents in 2020 | What do Europe’s elite need TOP STORY: Ozil off to Fenerbahce? Mesut Ozil‘s name continues to polarise opinion among Arsenal fans, but reports in Turkey,
Gonzalo Higuain’s legacy with Argentina will be remembered for failing to rise to the occasion when silverware was on the line. The European transfer window is open. Click here to review all the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the latest gossip below. Top free agents in 2020 | What do Europe’s elite
Julien Laurens thinks Frank Lampard’s Chelsea return with a pending transfer ban will be “a hell of a task ahead.” Chelsea have confirmed the sale of Alvaro Morata to Atletico Madrid. Morata will remain on loan at Atletico for the 2019-20 season, as agreed in January, before the transfer becomes permanent on July 1, 2020.
ESPN FC’s Shaka Hislop weighs in on whether Man United should cut their losses with David De Gea if he doesn’t accept an improved contract offer. With reports from Spain suggesting a Paul Pogba – Gareth Bale swap is in the works, the ESPN FC panel debate whether Manchester United or Real Madrid would prefer
The FC crew explain how Rodri will help shore up Man City’s midfield and point out one glaring area they still need to address. With Rodri set to join Manchester City this summer from Atletico Madrid, Sid Lowe breaks down how the Spaniard will make an impact on the pitch. After renewing his contract with
Karl-Heinz Rummenigge pays tribute to Arjen Robben, Franck Ribery and Rafinha as the three Bayern Munich stars prepare to leave the club. Via Bayern Following a fairy tale ending to their Bayern Munich careers, ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol chimes on the departing Arjen Robben and Franck Ribery. Arjen Robben has announced his retirement from professional
Gab Marcotti says similarities between Frank Lampard and Maurizio Sarri’s styles of play would make the Derby County manager a low-risk signing for the Blues. Chelsea are taking a huge punt on Frank Lampard. For all we know, he could be a new Pep Guardiola or Zinedine Zidane, but has the heart ruled the head
If all the transfers fall into place for Barcelona, will they be able to play Messi, Suarez, Griezmann and Neymar all at the same time? Steve Nicol says Liverpool need quality attacking depth and bringing back Philippe Coutinho could be a sensible move if they can afford him. Julien Laurens shares the latest on Antoine
Ian Darke says it’s imperative Arsenal bolster their squad starting with Crystal Palace’s Wilfried Zaha if they want to return to UCL football. One assumes there was some logic to Arsenal making a £40 million bid for Wilfried Zaha this week. It could be the start of negotiations with Crystal Palace. It could be an
ESPN FC’s Paul Mariner breaks down the only reason he could think of as to why Gianluigi Buffon is heading back to Juventus after a year with PSG. ESPN FC’s Ligue 1 correspondent Julien Laurens examines the reports that Adrien Rabiot is headed to Juve on a free, while Leonardo Bonucci departs for PSG. Mina
The FC crew explain how Rodri will help shore up Man City’s midfield and point out one glaring area they still need to address. With Rodri set to join Manchester City this summer from Atletico Madrid, Sid Lowe breaks down how the Spaniard will make an impact on the pitch. After renewing his contract with
Gab Marcotti provides an update on the Neymar’s future with Paris Saint-Germain, after chairman and CEO Nasser Al-Khelaifi’s comments warning the Brazilian. Paris Saint-Germain have signed Ander Herrera from Manchester United on a free transfer, the club announced on Thursday. – When does the transfer window close? Herrera’s five-year stay at United came to an end after
The FC crew explain how Rodri will help shore up Man City’s midfield and point out one glaring area they still need to address. With Rodri set to join Manchester City this summer from Atletico Madrid, Sid Lowe breaks down how the Spaniard will make an impact on the pitch. Ilkay Gundogan and Manchester City
Liverpool have completed their first signing of the summer with the £1.3 million transfer of Sepp van den Berg from PEC Zwolle. Just 17, the defender’s name may not have registered to English supporters, but he’s been at the top of scouting lists for Europe’s elite clubs for some time. Bayern Munich were so desperate
Gab Marcotti says similarities between Frank Lampard and Maurizio Sarri’s style’s of play would make the Derby County manager a low-risk signing for the Blues. ESPN FC’s Shaka Hislop sees Derby County boss Frank Lampard taking the helm at his former club Chelsea as only a short-term fix for the London club. Chelsea have appointed
Steve Nicol says Liverpool need quality attacking depth and bringing back Philippe Coutinho could be a sensible move if they can afford him. Julien Laurens shares the latest on Antoine Griezmann and Neymar’s links to Barcelona, saying the club is confident both deals will get done. Steve Nicol and Janusz Michallik share differing opinions on
Steve Nicol assesses the £200,000 a week Marcus Rashford will be making after signing a new deal with Manchester United. ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol calls Aaron Wan-Bissaka “one of the best right-backs in the Premier League” and believes he’s a perfect fit for Man United. ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol examines Manchester United’s transfer needs and