Bharath Ram Embed from Getty Images Manchester United brought in Chris Smalling and Phil Jones in the space of a season, and they were seen as the eventual replacements for the Nemanja Vidic and Rio Ferdinand. United had grown to experience a lot of success backed by the impressive Ferdinand and Vidic partnership at the back. Jones … Read more
As the Premier League gears up for its third weekend of action in the 2016-17 season, there will be plenty of talking points at the end of it. Here are the potential 10 questions ahead of the weekend: Embed from Getty Images Can Liverpool recover from Burnley loss? Last weekend was extremely tough for Liverpool … Read more
Embed from Getty Images Sir Alex Ferguson rarely made mistakes when it comes to the transfer market. Even then, a couple of eyebrows were raised when Manchester United signed Michael Carrick from Tottenham for £18 million. It was a significant sum of money for a midfielder back in 2006; Carrick became the sixth most expensive … Read more
Embed from Getty Images Substitutions change games and it was the case on Saturday as Chelsea once again produced a remarkable comeback to win against Watford late on. The blues managed a 2-1 win against West Ham on the opening day courtesy of Diego Costa’s late winner. Summer signing Michy Batshuayi was the provider in … Read more
Embed from Getty Images Ander Herrera created a lot of raised eyebrows when he suggested that Antonio Valencia was the best right-back in the world at the moment. However, the statement could become true in the next 12 months, as Valencia has all the qualities to develop under José Mourinho. Valencia joined United in 2009 … Read more
Embed from Getty Images Wolfsburg star Julian Draxler has been linked with almost all top Premier League clubs over the last few years. It is unsurprising that the German is now rumoured to be a transfer target for Jurgen Klopp. Even though transfer rumours surrounding Draxler have existed for several years, he is just 22. … Read more
Embed from Getty Images Alberto Moreno was defended by manager Jurgen Klopp after the horror show from the Spanish full-back in the 4-3 win over Arsenal. However, the defender is unlikely to return to the first-team after being dropped for the 2-0 loss against Burnley. He may force his way back into the first-team reckoning … Read more
Embed from Getty Images Over the years, Arsene Wenger has had numerous transfer disappointments and missed opportunities especially when it comes to forwards. The Frenchman has revealed on numerous occasions that he turned down the opportunity to sign the likes of Didier Drogba, Cristiano Ronaldo, and much more. 2016 has also provided several names to … Read more
Embed from Getty Images Liverpool conceded three goals in their opening Premier League game of the season. Jurgen Klopp reckoned that it was a result of the team celebrating too soon after establishing a 4-1 lead in the 63rd minute. However, it is also down to Liverpool’s back four not being protected by a proper … Read more
Embed from Getty Images Manchester United once had an extremely strong midfield with the likes of Roy Keane and Paul Scholes dominating proceedings. Even a few years ago, the likes of Michael Carrick offered a strong presence. In the last couple of years, though, the team has regressed so much in this area that managers … Read more