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[ad_1] Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Newcastle goalkeeper Martin Dubravka on loan with an option to make the move permanent. Dubravka has slipped down the pecking order under Eddie Howe having been the Magpies’ number one before Nick Pope arrived in the summer. Howe revealed contact from United over the Slovakia international last week, stating: “There has been contact between the clubs and those discussions will continue.” 90min now understands the deal with United is done, with just personal terms and other smaller issues to work out. There will be an obligation for the Red Devils to make the transfer permanent shouldRead More →

[ad_1] As the World Cup fast approaches, Mexican figures abroad are stepping up their game. Diego Lainez and Santiago Gimenez recorded their debut goals for their newest sides in Europe, while Edson Alvarez continued to prove himself with Ajax. Erick Gutierrez and Chucky Lozano saw minutes of action for PSV and Napoli, shaping up a pretty good weekend for El Tri players. Here’s everything on Mexican figures abroad… Diego Lainez scored his first goal for Sporting Braga. / MB Media/GettyImages Diego Lainez scored his first goal for Sporting Braga in the 6-0 victory over Arouca on Sunday, kick-starting his career in Portugal. The Mexican nationalRead More →

[ad_1] West Ham have finalised the signing of Brazilian midfielder Lucas Paqueta from Lyon. Paqueta was among Newcastle’s top targets for a large part of the transfer window but late interest from West Ham has seen the 25-year-old head to London Stadium instead in a deal worth close to €60m (£50.9m). “I am extremely happy to be here. I hope it’s the beginning of an enjoyable journey. I hope my time here is successful,” Paqueta said “Last season, West Ham had a very good season and I hope they continue to enjoy more and more good seasons in my time at the club. “I amRead More →

[ad_1] League-leading Arsenal host Aston Villa in the Premier League on Wednesday evening. The Gunners fell behind for the first time this season but recovered to claim all three points against Fulham at a rambunctious Emirates Stadium last Saturday. Villa were booed off the pitch as they lost the third of their opening four matches against West Ham on Sunday. Here’s everything you need to know about two sides enjoying contrasting form. Channel: BT Sport 4Streaming Service: BT SportBroadcast Time: 19:00 (BST) Streaming Service: Peacock PremiumBroadcast Time EST: 14:30Broadcast Time PST: 11:30 Streaming Service: fuboTVBroadcast Time (EST): 14:30 Channel: BBC Match of the DayStream: BT Sport Football YouTube channel Arsenal: 3 WinsAston Villa: 2 WinsDraws: 0 Arsenal: WWWWWAstonRead More →

[ad_1] Manchester City welcome Nottingham Forest to the Etihad Stadium in the Premier League on Wednesday evening. Such is their domestic dominance, City have had to spice up proceedings by giving opponents a two-goal lead in four of their last six Premier League matches. Pep Guardiola’s side are unbeaten in this streak (W2 D2) but the Catalan coach warned that his team is “soft in some departments”. Here’s the XI Guardiola may deploy to firm up his side for the visit of Forest. Erling Haaland has averaged a goal every 14 touches in the Premier League so far / Shaun Botterill/GettyImages GK: Ederson – TheRead More →

[ad_1] Ross Barkley has left Chelsea by mutual consent and becomes a free agent after four seasons at Stamford Bridge. The England international joined Chelsea from Everton in January 2018 for £15m, signing a five-and-a-half-year deal. He had not played a game season for the Toffees that season due to a hamstring injury and eventually made his debut for his new club against Arsenal in the Carabao Cup. A club statement read: “Ross Barkley has left Chelsea by mutual consent and becomes a free agent. “We would like to thank Ross for his contribution to Chelsea and wish him well for the rest of hisRead More →

[ad_1] Leeds United host one of the Premier League’s early strugglers Everton on Tuesday evening. Jesse Marsch’s side suffered their first defeat of the season against Brighton last weekend but collected seven points from their opening trio of matches. Everton, by contrast, are one of three Premier League clubs yet to taste victory this term. Here’s everything you need to know about the meeting between this pair. Leeds: 2 WinsEverton: 2 WinsDraws: 1 Leeds: WDWWLEverton: LLDWD Leeds’ medical staff under Marsch have taken a cautious approach to niggling injuries which could become aggravated if players are rushed back. Captain Liam Cooper wasn’t risked against Brighton as Leeds continued to beRead More →

[ad_1] Southampton welcome Chelsea to St Mary’s in the Premier League on Tuesday evening. The Saints were denied consecutive Premier League victories by Bruno Fernandes’ sumptuous strike last Saturday despite pushing Manchester United close. Southampton’s efforts were recognised by a round of applause at the full-time whistle from the home fans. A collective sigh of relief would have been the more appropriate response to Chelsea’s narrow 2-1 victory at home to Leicester City. The visitors outshot their hosts 17 to seven and Thomas Tuchel admitted his side were “lucky to not concede the equaliser”. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming meeting betweenRead More →

[ad_1] Barcelona manager Xavi hailed the qualities of Robert Lewandowski after he bagged a brace in the convincing 4-0 win over Real Valladolid. The Catalan giants jumped up to third in La Liga after cruising to victory at Camp Nou, and now have seven points from a possible nine. Barca have scored eight goals already and conceded just once, and look far more dangerous with Lewandowski, a summer signing from Bayern Munich, spearheading the attack alongside Raphinha and Ousmane Dembele. It was the Pole who gave Xavi’s side the lead against Valladolid before Pedri doubled Barcelona’s advantage just before half-time. Lewandowski then grabbed his secondRead More →

[ad_1] Super agent Jorge Mendes has again contacted Chelsea to see whether a deal to take Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo to Stamford Bridge is possible. Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong is now expected to stay at the club despite serious interest from Manchester United and Chelsea. Liverpool have also been keeping tabs on the Dutchman’s situation at Camp Nou. Bayern Munich have ruled out making a late move for De Jong even though they’ve been unable to tie up a deal for RB Leipzig midfielder Konrad Laimer. Chelsea are interested in signing Wilfried Zaha from Crystal Palace but could face competition from London rivalsRead More →