Charlie Rhodes
Sports Editor
Pellegrini, Manchester City and the benefit of a calm hand on the tiller
Manuel Pellegrini has arrived at Manchester City and quickly established a reign of calm assurance.
Wolves v Crawley: Let Operation Championship Commense
SkyBet League One Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton Friday 23rd August 2013 Kickoff: 19:45 GMT (live on Sky Sports 1) Referee: Simon Hooper Friday night see’s SkyBet League One action return to…
Tottenham closing in on Willian
The attacking-midfielder is being spoken about by every football publication, has been tipped for a bright future, and now Tottenham Hotspur are said to be closing in on completing the…
Chelsea preparing third bid for Wayne Rooney
Chelsea are looking to test Manchester United’s resolve over star striker Wayne Rooney by lodging a third bid for the England international, before the transfer window closes on 2nd September. The…

Juventus snub Arsenal’s approach for Pogba
Serie A champions Juventus have recently rebuffed any interest for their highly-rated midfielder Paul Pogba – most notably from Arsenal. ‘Forget Pogba. We have no intention of listening to proposals…
The Anzhi exodus: Major setback for Russian football
In 2011, billionaire Suleyman Kerimov injected a massive amount of cash into Anzhi Makhachkala, only to find success harder to come by than expected.

Manchester City quashes speculations around Pellegrini & new signings
Speculation over Manchester City’s new marquee signings and new manager were put to bed last night as they demolished a doubtful Newcastle United side 4-0.

Liverpool finally complete the signing of Aly Cissokho on loan
Valencia left-back Aly Cissokho has recently joined Premier League side Liverpool on a season-long loan. The 25-year old made 25 La Liga appearances for the Spanish outfit last season, but…
Samir Nasri facing stiff competition for a starting place
Manchester City winger Samir Nasri, also an attacking-midfielder, faces stiff competition for a regular role in the starting XI this season. He must have been fearing the worst when new…
Phil Bardsley suspended by Sunderland
Sunderland defender Phil Bardsley has been suspended after mocking the side following their opening day 1-0 defeat to Fulham. ‘Great opening day. Hahahhahahahahahhaha!!!’ – Phil Bardsley via his now-deleted instagram…
Tottenham Transfer Round Up: Spurs plotting sensational double swoop for Willian and Lamela
North London giants Tottenham Hotspur are leading the chase to sign Willian, and are ready to take their summer spending spree to over £90 million, after a £30 million deal has…

David Moyes risking the wrath of Everton by his movement in the transfer market
New Manchester United manager David Moyes runs the trouble of burning his bridges with a club which held him in as high a regard as the man he succeeded at…
Beginning of the end! Why Manchester United should prepare for life beyond Wayne Rooney
Already a week into the new season, it is clear that a decision must be made soon about Wayne Rooney’s future. David Moyes repeatedly insists that Rooney will not be sold,…

An important season ahead for Joe Hart
Manchester City and England goalkeeper Joe Hart faces his most important year in regard to his club and country prospects. Most recently, the 26-year old won the Golden Glove award…
Pre-season Analysis – European heavyweights and their dress rehearsals
Pre-season is the time when big clubs travel around the world collecting trophies. In a way, the pre-season tournaments are a good indicator of a team’s strength – for instance,…
