Manchester City transfer news: Brahim Diaz completes move to Real Madrid on six-year deal

Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Manchester City starlet Brahim Diaz on a six-year deal. The attacking midfielder will be presented on the Santiago Bernabeu pitch after a medical on Monday afternoon. City had hoped to keep the 19-year-old Spaniard but believe a deal which could be worth up to £22million represents a good…

Bale has brushed off golfer claims, says his agent

Gareth Bale’s agent has responded to recent criticism of the Wales international coming from the Spanish media. Bale has been under fire of late from the Madrid media, but his agent Jonathan Barnett has told ESPN that he’s not been affected by the criticism, which has been coming from various media outlets. Marca recently reported that Bale had…

Marcelo Bielsa names confirmed Leeds United team to face Queens Park Rangers in the FA Cup

Marcelo Bielsa has named his Leeds United team to face Queens Park Rangers in the FA Cup on Sunday. The eccentric Argentine was more than happy to divulge secrets of his team before the Championship sides meet at Loftus Road. Bielsa also revealed left-back Barry Douglas is out with a muscular injury, but downplayed the…

Aaron Ramsey: Peter Crouch confused as Arsenal midfielder is set to leave on a free transfer in the summer

Peter Crouch is baffled that Arsenal are allowing Aaron Ramsey to leave on a free transfer in the summer with a number of top European clubs after his signature. Ramsey is out of contract with the Gunners at the end of the season and has reportedly signed a pre-contract agreement with Juventus. Writing in his…

Leicester lads ‘were in awe’ of Rodgers during rousing speech

Leicester caretaker boss Mike Stowell said Brendan Rodgers’ rousing speech after victory over Brighton inspired his new squad. Demarai Gray and Jamie Vardy struck to seal a gritty 2-1 win as Rodgers watched from the stands at the King Power Stadium. The 46-year-old joined from Celtic earlier on Tuesday, signing a deal until 2022. Davy…

Arsenal news: Team coach delayed ahead of FA Cup match as Blackpool fan sits on roof

Blackpool fans have prevented the Arsenal team coach from leaving their hotel ahead of tonight’s FA Cup third round match – live on talkSPORT. One supporter has been pictured on top of the coach and is refusing to move – who is believed to be part of the protest movement against the Tangerines’ owners. Police…

Christian Pulisic explains why he joined Chelsea: ‘Their style with Maurizio Sarri fits me very well’

Chelsea signing Christian Pulisic says Maurizio Sarri’s style of play convinced him to join the Blues. The club confirmed the £58million signing of Pulisic earlier this week and immediately loaned him back to Borussia Dortmund for the remainder of the season. The 20-year-old winger was one of the most sought-after players in Europe and he…

Manchester City 9-0 Burton Albion: Pep Guardiola’s ruthless side thrash League One opponents in Carabao Cup semi-final first leg

Gabriel Jesus scored four as Manchester City thrashed League One Burton in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final. It took City just five minutes to get their first, through Kevin De Bruyne, and it was one way traffic all evening. Oleksandr Zinchenko, Phil Foden, Kyle Walker and Riyad Mahrez were also on the…

Chelsea issue warning statement to fans regarding anti-Semitic behaviour ahead of Tottenham Carabao Cup clash

Chelsea have issued a strong warning to their supporters ahead of the team’s Carabao Cup semi-final first leg at bitter rivals Tottenham on Tuesday. The Blues will send an allocation of almost 5,000 to Wembley and the club demand that previous ugly incidents don’t resurface. Sections of the Chelsea faithful have come in for scrutiny…

Stoke City manager latest: Former Fulham boss Slavisa Jokanovic rejects approach from Potters – reports

Slavisa Jokanovic has told Stoke City he is not interested in replacing Gary Rowett as manager, according to reports. The Englishman was sacked on Tuesday by the Potters having only been appointed in May. Chairman Peter Coates is keen to appoint a new boss by next week as he plots Stoke’s return to the Premier…