Michael Black
Sports Editor
Gabi says Atletico want Chelsea striker, but situation is “complicated”
Michael Black • Aug 18 2017Atletico Madrid captain Gabi says the club want to bring Diego Costa back from Chelsea, but he admits the situation is complicated. Costa has released a statement saying he will…
Roma end Mahrez chase, Leicester still resisting Drinkwater move
Michael Black • Aug 18 2017AS Roma have ended their pursuit of Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez. The Serie A side made three separate bids for the 26-year-old, but failed to meet the Foxes’ £50…
Tottenham still interested in signing Everton star Ross Barkley
Michael Black • Aug 18 2017Tottenham Hotspur are still interested in signing Ross Barkley before the transfer window closes, despite the fact he is out injured for three months. Barkley has been ruled out after…
Former Leeds United boss tips the club to miss out on promotion
Michael Black • Aug 18 2017Former Leeds United boss Neil Redfearn has tipped the club to miss out on the Championship play-offs this season. New head coach Thomas Christiansen has significantly strengthened Leeds’ squad this…
Everton equal long-standing record with victory over Hajduk
Michael Black • Aug 17 2017Everton’s 2-0 victory over Hajduk Split in the first leg of their Europa League play-off round tie equalled a 39-year-old club record. Two victories over Ruzomberok in the previous round,…
West Ham exit for Snodgrass, Leeds United return possible
Michael Black • Aug 17 2017Robert Snodgrass has been told he can leave West Ham, either on loan or on a permanent basis. The 29-year-old joined the Hammers from Hull City last January for £10.2…
Aston Villa in talks to sign Southampton striker on loan
Michael Black • Aug 17 2017Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce hopes to boost his goalscoring options with the loan signing of Southampton striker Sam Gallagher. Villa have picked up just a single point from their…
West Brom close in on deal for Tottenham defender
Michael Black • Aug 17 2017West Bromwich Albion are hoping to secure a £15 million move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Kevin Wimmer. The 24-year-old has found his opportunities limited at Spurs and according to the…
Shay Given says Liverpool will have a plan to replace Coutinho
Michael Black • Aug 17 2017Shay Given believes Liverpool will already be planning for Philippe Coutinho’s departure from the club. Coutinho has told Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp he won’t play for the club again, even…
Barcelona edging closer to signing Liverpool and Dortmund stars
Michael Black • Aug 17 2017Barcelona are closing in on the signings Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho and Ousmane Dembele from Borussia Dortmund. Barca sporting manager Pep Segura has confirmed to Spanish television station TV3, as per…
Vertonghen: Tottenham vs Chelsea is the top Premier League game
Michael Black • Aug 16 2017Jan Vertonghen believes Tottenham Hotspur versus Chelsea is the top Premier league fixture. The two teams head into Sunday’s clash at Wembley, where Spurs will play all their home games…
Everton boss dismisses link with Chelsea striker
Michael Black • Aug 16 2017Ronald Koeman says Everton are still trying to sign a striker, but insists Chelsea’s Diego Costa is not on his list of targets. Everton have spent over £130 million during…
The Green Brigade celebrate Celtic return with Conor McGregor tribute
Michael Black • Aug 16 2017Celtic fan group The Green Brigade celebrated their return to Celtic Park in style on Wednesday with a stunning tribute to UFC star Conor McGregor. The supporters have been missing…
West Ham striker unlikely to face former club Newcastle
Michael Black • Aug 16 2017West Ham striker Andy Carroll has returned to training, but he is unlikely to be ready to face former club Newcastle United in two weeks time. The 28-year-old has been…
Pat Nevin says Jonny Evans would be a good signing for Manchester City
Michael Black • Aug 16 2017Former Everton winger Pat Nevin believes Jonny Evans would be a good addition to Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City squad. City have had an £18 million bid for the centre-half rejected…