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Isco: What Ancelotti’s system holds for the Golden boy of Europe?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 25 2013

One of the major questions this season regarding Real Madrid is – how Francisco Roman Alarcon Suarez aka Isco will fit into the system of Carlo Ancelotti? While, no one harbors…

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Tottenham confirm Nacer Chadli capture

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 22 2013

Tottenham have completed the signing of FC Twente winger Nacer Chadli. The Belgian international has agreed to join Spurs subject to a medical.

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Liverpool set to pip Tottenham in their pursuit of Roberto Soldado

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 22 2013

It has been reported in the media that Liverpool seemingly have registered an interest in Valencia’s highly rated striker Roberto Soldado, who is also a target for Premier League rivals…

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10 of the greatest loan signings

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 5 2022

Loan signings are rife in football these days, with Pepe Reina the latest high profile player set to move in that fashion, joining Napoli from Liverpool. Here are ten of…

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Michael Laudrup: New Barcelona Boss?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 22 2013

English Premiership side Swansea City are bracing themselves for the news that the club and their supporters have feared for some time – the inevitable loss of their 49-year old…

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‘Strikers’ the flavour of the month, as Premier League clubs join the bandwagon

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 22 2013

The movements in this summer’s transfer window have certainly highlighted the importance clubs have placed on the art of the striker. We have been blinded by the inordinate amounts of money…

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Top 5 Badge Kissers

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Apr 9 2023

Badge-kissing is a much-abused habit by footballers to endear themselves to fans, but not everyone gets away with it. KissedTheBadge.com takes a look the top (or is that the worst)…

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Manchester City eyeing up Real Madrid defender Pepe

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 21 2013

Portuguese international defender Pepe has been attracting interest from Premier League runners-up Manchester City. The Sky Blues are said to be preparing a potential £25M bid to procure his signature….

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Newcastle step up their bid for a striker

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 21 2013

Newcastle are said to be stepping up their bid to bolster the attack for the coming season. With their current striker Papiss Cisse looking likely of a departure after his…

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PSG’s signing of Marquinhos could see Mamadou Sakho exit this summer

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 20 2013

Ligue One champions Paris Saint Germain recently confirmed the signing of Roma’s highly-rated Brazilian defender Marquinhos for £27M. The 19-year old centre back signed a five-year deal with the French…

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Can John Terry reclaim a starting place for Chelsea?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 20 2013

Chelsea defender John Terry has endured a difficult two years with the side. Club owner Roman Abramovich had previously made it clear the veteran centre-back was to be ousted from…

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Aguero could prove to be the difference in the Premier League next season

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 20 2013

Sergio Aguero’s style of play is typically South-American, bullying his way into the box, retaining balance and having the composure to finish.

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Wenger running out of options as Arsenal seek big name striker

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 20 2013

Arsene Wenger’s options in a search for a striker begins to look thin on the ground as Higuain & Suarez may be out of budget for Arsenal.

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End of the road for Liverpool’s Pepe Reina as Napoli come calling?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 19 2013

Liverpool goal keeper Pepe Reina will have an interesting decision to make regarding his future, as the Spaniard has reportedly been earmarked by Napoli and former Reds manager Rafael Benitez…

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Napoli in bid for Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 19 2013

Serie A side Napoli are reported to be interested in Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina. Napoli manager Rafael Benitez, a former Liverpool manager, is keen to renew acquaintances this summer. Following…

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