Michael Black
Sports Editor
Liverpool legend points finger at Ronald Koeman for Everton problems
Michael Black • Sep 11 2017Former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp believes Ronald Koeman is to blame for the lack of balance in Everton’s team. Koeman’s side produced a woeful display at home to Tottenham on…
Five Things: Tottenham new-boy the real deal, Liverpool revolution a myth, Howe will Eddie handle the pressure?
Michael Black • Sep 11 2017There were plenty of talking points across the Premier League over the weekend. Tottenham’s new centre-half Davinson Sanchez enjoyed an excellent debut at Everton, but Liverpool’s supposed revolution under Jurgen…
It’s too soon for Neville to compare Man City star with Man Utd legend
Michael Black • Sep 10 2017Former Manchester United star Gary Neville has likened Kevin De Bruyne to David Beckham, but the comparison appears to be a bit premature. The Belgium international was a key figure…
de Boer under the cosh at Crystal Palace, but who could replace him?
Michael Black • Sep 10 2017The pressure is mounting on Crystal Palace boss Frank de Boer is mounting after his team suffered another defeat at Burnley on Sunday, but suggesting he should be sacked after…
Ronaldo discusses future with Zinedine Zidane, Man Utd on alert
Michael Black • Sep 10 2017Cristiano Ronaldo’s frustration with life at Real Madrid has increased after Saturday’s disappointing 1-1 draw with Levante. With Ronaldo out through suspension, Madrid produced an insipid display that was in…
Koeman plays down expectations, but Everton fans deserve better
Michael Black • Sep 9 2017Ronald Koeman’s claim that it is unrealistic to expect Everton to rival Tottenham Hotspur is a worrying sign for the club’s fans. Spurs romped to a 3-0 victory at Goodison…
Pressure mounting on Aston Villa boss, Jonathan Kodjia to the rescue?
Michael Black • Sep 9 2017Steve Bruce’s position at Aston Villa could be under threat after another disappointing performance against Brentford on Saturday. Villa limped to a 0-0 draw against Brentford and lie 18th in…
Former West Ham boss says Bilic shouldn’t row with Sullivan and Gold
Michael Black • Sep 9 2017Former West Ham manager Sam Allardyce says current boss Slaven Bilic needs to focus on getting results rather than arguing with co-owners David Sullivan and David Gold. Bilic hit out…
Danny Rose in a pickle as Ben Davies shines for Tottenham at Everton
Michael Black • Sep 9 2017Ben Davies’ performance for Tottenham against Everton on Saturday is likely to have given Danny Rose a bit of a headache. Rose is currently out injured and Davies has proved…
West Ham boss Slaven Bilic on collision course with David Sullivan
Michael Black • Sep 9 2017West Ham boss Slaven Bilic could be in hot water after dismissing co-owner David Sullivan’s claim that he rejected the chance to sign Renato Sanches and Grzegorz Krychowiak during the…
Championship pundit praises Christiansen’s impact at Leeds United
Michael Black • Sep 9 2017David Prutton believes Thomas Christiansen has proved he was the right man to take over as Leeds United’s new head coach. Christiansen enjoyed success in Cyprus with APOEL, but was viewed…
Courtois worried about Chelsea star’s form, blasts “crazy” transfer market
Michael Black • Sep 7 2017Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is concerned that Belgium teammate Eden Hazard will take some time to regain his form. Hazard made substitute appearances as Belgium qualified for next year’s World…
World Cup winner says Man City striker Jesus can rule the world
Michael Black • Sep 7 2017Former Brazil World Cup winner Juliano Belletti has tipped Gabriel Jesus to become one of the best players in the world. Jesus made a stunning start to his City career…
Lemar will join Arsenal in January, Wenger hoping Sanchez will stay
Michael Black • Sep 7 2017Monaco star Thomas Lemar will sign for Arsenal in the January transfer window. The Gunners failed with a £92 million deadline day move for the player, but the Daily Star…
Tottenham boss tips Serge Aurier to be a hit, but debut at Everton unlikely
Michael Black • Sep 7 2017Mauricio Pochettino has backed Serge Aurier to be a success in the Premier League, but he may have to wait to make his debut for the club. Aurier completed a…