Author: Yousif Roumani
Tottenham Hotspur have finally broken their silverware drought, clinching a trophy for the first time in 17 years with a remarkable Europa League triumph. You might imagine celebrations aplenty in N17, yet the reality is far from straightforward. This European success is but a single chapter in a season narrative that saw Spurs hanging barely above the Premier League relegation zone come the conclusion of the 2024/25 campaign, a campaign riddled with injury woes. Throughout the turbulent season, head coach Ange Postecoglou found himself under relentless scrutiny, with many questioning his longevity at the helm. As the season stretched into…
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has highlighted the urgent need for the Gunners to bolster their squad with a trio of pivotal signings during the upcoming summer transfer window. Following another season devoid of silverware, Mikel Arteta and technical director Andrea Berta are keenly strategising their next moves ahead of the transfer market’s official opening on 1st June. Sources indicate that Arsenal is poised for significant activity in the coming months, recognising that substantial reinforcements are essential for a serious challenge in the 2025/26 Premier League campaign. In a discussion on the Seaman Says Podcast, via Betway, Wright emphasised that Arsenal’s…
Bruno Fernandes is seriously weighing up a blockbuster move to Saudi Arabia, with Al-Hilal pushing hard to tempt the Manchester United skipper away from Old Trafford. Representatives of the 30-year-old midfielder have reportedly held advanced talks with Al-Hilal officials in recent days, as the Saudi Pro League giants prepare for a high-profile Club World Cup campaign this summer. The proposal on the table is said to be hugely lucrative—more than doubling Fernandes’ current wages—and would make him one of the highest-paid footballers in the world. The uncertainty surrounding Fernandes’ future has been a hot topic during United’s current post-season tour…
Arsenal have once again set their sights on RB Leipzig’s prolific striker, Benjamin Sesko, as manager Mikel Arteta seeks to bolster his frontline this summer. The Gunners have been long-time admirers of the Slovenian international, who has a contract with Leipzig until June 2029, having impressed with 13 goals and five assists in the Bundesliga this season. However, the financial landscape at Leipzig might necessitate some difficult decisions. For the first time in six years, Leipzig find themselves outside UEFA competition spots after failing to secure a top-four finish, with their absence from Europe since their top-flight promotion in 2016…
Manchester United’s manager Ruben Amorim made it abundantly clear that Alejandro Garnacho’s future lies away from Old Trafford. The Portuguese manager brazenly informed Garnacho, and indeed the entire squad, that the Argentine winger should seek a fresh start elsewhere come the summer transfer window. Sources suggest Amorim’s blunt directive left no room for ambiguity: Garnacho was advised to fervently hope for a new club before the commencement of pre-season in July. Garnacho, accompanied by his brother Roberto, reportedly fell out of favour following their complaints about his limited playing time—less than 20 minutes—during the Europa League final in which United…
Liverpool look set to triumph over Bayern Munich in the race to sign Bayer Leverkusen’s highly coveted midfielder, Florian Wirtz, in a deal reported to be worth £126 million. This transfer saga has ended in disappointment for the Bundesliga giants, with Bayern’s top executive, Jan-Christian Dreesen, making pointed remarks aimed at the Reds. The 22-year-old German international, who has been outstanding this season with 16 goals and 15 assists, is eager for a fresh challenge beyond the Bundesliga, having spent five years in Leverkusen. Despite Bayern’s historical pull and past glories, Dreesen’s comments suggest the decision has left the club’s…
Manchester City are undergoing a significant reshuffle in their coaching ranks as Juanma Lillo, Pep Guardiola’s long-time confidant and assistant coach, has left the club once again. The departure comes amid a broader transformation at the Etihad, with Director of Football Txiki Begiristain and midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne also bidding farewell this summer. Lillo, 59, has been a pivotal figure in City’s recent successes. Initially joining Guardiola’s staff in 2020, he played a crucial role in securing two Premier League titles and a League Cup. After a brief stint managing Al Sadd in Qatar, he returned to Manchester in…
As the curtain falls on the 2024/25 season, Arsenal’s transfer objectives are sharpening into focus with Mikel Arteta keen to usher in a slew of new talent. According to reports, the Gunners boss has set his sights on bolstering his squad with additions in key positions: a striker, defender, back-up goalkeeper, and a wide forward. These prospective recruits will complement the imminent arrival of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad. Andrea Berta, in his inimitable style, has seen the club linked with a plethora of stars. The likes of Rodrygo, Benjamin Sesko, and Viktor Gyökeres have all been heavily touted, but…
Manchester United, under the stewardship of Ruben Amorim, are in hot pursuit of Brentford’s dynamic forward, Bryan Mbuemo, as part of a significant squad overhaul following a disappointing campaign that saw them finish 15th in the Premier League table. This comes in tandem with their impending acquisition of Brazilian attacker Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers. Cunha is poised to become Amorim’s inaugural signing of the summer transfer window, having agreed to a five-year contract, with the option to extend by a further year. The Brazilian ace is set to inherit the coveted No.10 shirt, currently vacated by Marcus Rashford. Despite…
In a move that could significantly bolster their ranks, Liverpool are reportedly preparing a substantial opening bid for Bayer Leverkusen’s prodigious talent, Florian Wirtz. The young German midfielder, regarded as one of Europe’s most exciting prospects, seems to be on the cusp of a monumental transfer to the Premier League champions. Liverpool, known for their strategic manoeuvres in the transfer market, appear ready to make Wirtz the centrepiece of their summer acquisitions. The 19-year-old has consistently impressed with his performances in the Bundesliga, catching the eye of several top-tier clubs across Europe. However, it is the Merseyside giants who seem…