Mino Raiola: Ibrahimović’s Heart Is Still With Milan

By Vishal Singh | September 4, 2016

Dutch super-agent Mino Raiola spoke about Manchester United’s summer signing Zlatan Ibrahimović in a recent interview, and revealed that the Giant Swede will always be an AC Milan player at heart. Raiola revealed that Zlatan would have preferred a move back to Italy, but Milan were not able to meet the 32-year-old’s wage requirements, and consequently,…

Balotelli Hits Back At Carragher

By BF Staff | September 4, 2016

Mario Balotelli has hit back at Jamie Carragher on twitter, calling the Liverpool legend a “wonderful hater”. Carragher had ridiculed Balotelli on the popular social media website, after it was confirmed that the Italian striker had signed a one-year deal with Ligue 1 club Nice. He posted a tweet that read: “Balotelli on a free is…

Roy Keane Rips Reporter In Typical Fashion

By Vishal Singh | September 4, 2016

Over the years, Roy Keane has built himself a reputation for being a tough talking hardman. He showed glimpses of this while answering a reporter on Friday. The Ireland assistant manager was answering questions ahead of Ireland’s World Cup qualification game against Serbia, which will be played on Monday. The reporter tried to bait Keane…

Eric Bailly To Leave Man United Squad For Five Weeks

By Vishal Singh | September 4, 2016

Manchester United centre-back Eric Bailly will leave Jose Mourinho’s squad during the January of 2017 in order to represent his nation in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Ivory Coast qualified for the competition following their 1-1 draw with Sierra Leone, meaning that Eric Bailly will be called up for the competition which takes…

Raiola Calls Klopp A Piece Of S*** For His Mistreatment Of Balotelli

By BF Staff | September 4, 2016

Mino Railoa has hit out at Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp for his poor treatment of Mario Balotelli. The Italian striker was frozen out at Liverpool by Klopp, who deemed him surplus to requirements due to his woeful attitude on and off the pitch. Balotelli signed for Liverpool in 2014, but flopped spectacularly at the club,…

REVEALED: Why Van Gaal Wasn’t Given The Belgium Job

By Vishal Singh | September 4, 2016

The Telegraph report that former Manchester United manager Louis Van Gaal interviewed for the Belgium manager spot, but wasn’t given the job as his answers were too ‘draining and exhausting.’ Louis Van Gaal was hoping to return back to football management after he was sacked from Manchester United, but he didn’t quite make the cut…

OPINION: Top 10 Transfers Of The Summer

By BF Staff | September 3, 2016

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VIDEO: City Youngster Iheanacho Scores Thunderbolt For Nigeria

By BF Staff | September 3, 2016

Kelechi Iheanacho with a screamer for Nigeria 💪🏻🔥 pic.twitter.com/Br2TSon3Ox — Premier League Stuff (@EPLStuff) September 3, 2016   Follow us on Twitter and Like us on Facebook  

Luke Shaw Returns To Man United From England Training Due To Injury Fears

By Vishal Singh | September 3, 2016

Luke Shaw has returned to Manchester United from England’s training camp amidst fears of injury. The England FA confirmed in an official statement that the Manchester United left-back will not be travelling to Slovakia for their World Cup qualifier. The statement is as follows: “Luke Shaw has left the England camp and returned to Manchester United.…

Jürgen Klopp Praises ‘Unbelievable’ Paul Pogba

By Vishal Singh | September 3, 2016

The Liverpool boss spoke about Manchester United’s record signing, and revealed that he was stunned by the Frenchman. Klopp was not really stunned at the massive price-tag attached to the 23-year-old, but he was surprised at the Frenchman’s athleticism. He revealed that he has seen Pogba produce world-class performances from minimal training and effort –…

Manchester United Bring In Striker On Trial

By BF Staff | September 3, 2016

Manchester United have brought in Idris Kanu from West Ham United on a trial basis. Kanu is a striker, but can also play as a midfielder, and has been brought in as part of a massive revamp of United’s academy. Nicky Butt, who is the Head of the Academy at Old Trafford, has been leading…

Mkhitaryan Injury Scan Results ‘Not Encouraging’, Says Armenian FA

By BF Staff | September 3, 2016

Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s injury scan results are ‘not encouraging’, a statement released by the Armenian FA has confirmed. The Armenian skipper was playing for his country during their friendly against Czech Republic when he picked up the knock in an off-the-ball collision with Marek Suchy in the first half of the match. He could not continue after…

Former Arsenal Midfielder ‘Prays’ For Zlatan To Win The League

By Vishal Singh | September 3, 2016

Former Arsenal and Everton man Anders Limpar is hoping that Manchester United’s summer signing Zlatan Ibrahimović can lead United to the Premier League title. Limpar, who was dubbed “the Super Swede,” played for the Gunners from 1990 to 1994 and helped them win the 1991 First Division title. After leaving Arsenal in 1994, he joined Everton for…

Schweinsteiger Left Out Of Utd’s Europa League Squad

By Vishal Singh | September 3, 2016

The recently retired German international Bastian Schweinsteiger has been made to train with the U21s instead of the first team by Manchester United manager José Mourinho. Mourinho also revealed that Schweinsteiger does not feature in his plans and is free to go. However, Schweinsteiger insists on staying, and has reportedly even turned down advances from…

Butt Reveals United’s Academy Is Moving In The Right Direction Again

By BF Staff | September 3, 2016

Nicky Butt has revealed that Manchester United’s academy are slowly but surely getting back on track. United have been renowned for producing some of the best players in the world from their academy. However, over the last couple of years, the quality of players being produced has been at an all time low. This has…

Kompany Ruled Out Of Manchester Derby

By BF Staff | September 3, 2016

Vincent Kompany has been ruled out of the Manchester Derby that will take place on the 10th of September at Old Trafford. Kompany has not featured for Manchester City since he underwent surgery on his thigh in May. However, he did appear in a friendly behind closed doors and completed two halves of 25 minutes…

Jose Mourinho Still Eyeing Fabinho Move

By Vishal Singh | September 3, 2016

The Manchester Evening News report that Jose Mourinho is still looking to sign Fabinho in the January window. Manchester United spent close to £150 million this summer, but it seems like they are still going to add to their squad come January. Fabinho was linked with a switch to Old Trafford towards the end of…

Yaya Toure Denied A Champions League Spot

By Vishal Singh | September 2, 2016

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure has been left out of Pep Guardiola’s 2016/17 UEFA Champions League Squad. Pep Guardiola has chosen his final squad for the UEFA Champions League group stages, and it seems there’s no room for 33-year-old Yaya Toure. However, clubs are able to make up to three changes to their squad after…

Pereira: “Van Gaal Broke His Promise”

By BF Staff | September 2, 2016

Andreas Pereira has admitted that he was disappointed at Louis van Gaal’s failure to stay true to his promise of giving the youngster more game time last season. Pereira made only 14 appearances under Louis van Gaal last season, and managed to score from a free-kick on his debut for United against Ipswich Town in…

FIFA 17 Top 3 Players Revealed

By Vishal Singh | September 2, 2016

The latest installment of the world’s most famous football game, FIFA 17, is close to releasing. The developers EA are gradually releasing the list of top player ratings. The names and overalls of the top three players has just been released. The names are as follows: 3) Neymar OVR- 92 The Brazilian attacker recently won…

CONFIRMED: Sergio Aguero Banned For Three Matches

By Vishal Singh | September 2, 2016

Manchester City attacker Sergio Aguero has been banned for a total of three matches by the English Football Association, and will therefore miss the upcoming Manchester Derby. The Argentine forward was seen shoving his elbow on to Winston Reid’s face during City’s Premier League match against West Ham, and has consequently been charged with violent conduct…

Mourinho Admits International Break Makes Things ‘Complicated’

By Vishal Singh | September 2, 2016

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has revealed that the International break will pose a threat to his squad plans for the upcoming Manchester Derby. The Special One will have to make a few changes to his current Manchester United squad, as some of his players may not be able to feature in the Derby. Manchester…

Sissoko: ‘Move to Everton Was Never On The Cards’

By BF Staff | September 2, 2016

Moussa Sissoko has confirmed that a move to Everton was never on the table, and he was only ever interested in signing for Tottenham Hotspur. Spurs completed a £30 million move for the former Newcastle midfielder, who was linked to top clubs like Real Madrid, Juventus, Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain. On transfer deadline day, however,…

Mourinho Identifies Long-Term Replacement For Rooney

By BF Staff | September 2, 2016

Jose Mourinho has identified a long-term replacement for Wayne Rooney, in the form of Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann. The French striker is one of the hottest properties around Europe at the moment, with many clubs chasing his signature. Arsenal were reportedly attempting to convince the striker to move to the Emirates this summer, with manager…

Six Of FIFA 17’s Top 10 Players Revealed

By Vishal Singh | September 2, 2016

As the launch of the new FIFA 17 approaches, the excitement among football fans is increasing. FIFA’s developers EA have been gradually releasing the list of top players in the game. They have finally revealed the names and overalls of six of the top ten players. Here are the names: 10) David de Gea OVR- 90…

Schweinsteiger Included In United’s 25-Man Premier League Squad

By BF Staff | September 2, 2016

Bastian Schweinsteiger has been included in Manchester United’s 25-man Premier League squad. The German midfielder had been told by Mourinho at the start of the season that he did not have a future at Old Trafford under his management. However, Schweinsteiger maintained his stance on his decision to stay at the club and fight for…

N’Golo Kante Snubbed Premier League Giants For Chelsea Move

By Vishal Singh | September 2, 2016

Chelsea summer signing, N’Golo Kante, has revealed that he had the chance to join Jose Mourinho this summer, but instead opted for a move to the Blues. Kante, who was a crucial member of Leicester City’s 2016 title-winning squad, joined Antonio Conte’s side this summer in a £32 million deal. However, the Frenchman has revealed…

Man Utd Appoint New U18s Coach

By Vishal Singh | September 1, 2016

English giants Manchester United have appointed Kieran McKenna as the new U18s coach. McKenna will be replacing Paul McGuinness as the academy coach. He previously worked for fellow Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur. The 30-year-old will be sitting in the United dugout during their clash with Middlesborough on Saturday. “It’s been excellent,” the boyhood United fan…

VIDEO: Martial Scores From A Paul Pogba Assist Against Italy

By BF Staff | September 1, 2016

Anthony Martial scores his first international goal for France tonight, assisted by his club team mate Pogba. #MUFCpic.twitter.com/7LLVFw4ckI — United Prodigy (@UnitedProdigy) September 1, 2016 Follow us on Twitter and Like us on Facebook  

Mkhitaryan Confirms He Can Feature In Manchester Derby

By Vishal Singh | September 1, 2016

Manchester United summer signing, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, has confirmed that he will be able to play in the upcoming Manchester Derby, but it remains uncertain whether he will start the match. The Armenian captain was taken off during an International friendly against the Czech Republic after he collided with Czech defender, Marek Sukhy, and was left in discomfort.…

Mourinho Blocked Schneiderlin’s Tottenham Move

By BF Staff | September 1, 2016

Mourinho stood in the way of any potential bid for Morgan Schneiderlin from Tottenham Hotspur, according to the Daily Mail.  According to reports in the paper, Schneiderlin was the subject of an enquiry from Spurs, who were keen on signing the midfielder. Schneiderlin has struggled for game time under Mourinho, but this has largely been…

Two Premier League Clubs Wanted Rakitic

By Vishal Singh | September 1, 2016

The transfer window ended barely a day ago, and we’re already hearing rumours of deals which didn’t go through. According to Spain based media outlet Mundo Deportivo, English giants Manchester United and Chelsea both wanted to sign Barcelona’s Ivan Rakitic. Rumours of him being ready to leave Barcelona began in the month of July. This occurred…

Barcelona ‘Made An Agreement With Juventus’ Over Pogba

By Vishal Singh | September 1, 2016

Albert Soler, Barcelona’s director of sporting institutional relations, recently revealed to the media that the Catalans had top priority on Pogba, but the club denied the opportunity to sign him. Manchester United’s £89 million summer signing may not have made the switch to England, as Barcelona claim that they had already made an agreement with…

Juventus Furious With Zenit Over Cancelled Transfer

By BF Staff | September 1, 2016

Juventus are said to be seething over the cancellation of Axel Witsel’s transfer to the club. According to reports, Zenit St. Petersburg pulled out of the transfer at the last minute due to a failure to find a proper replacement for the 27-year-old. Witsel reportedly waited at Juventus’ headquarters in Turin, and even completed a medical…

Keane Reveals Reasons For Leaving United

By BF Staff | September 1, 2016

Will Keane has opened up about his reasons for leaving Manchester United for Hull City this summer.  Keane had been at United since the age of 11, working his way through the academy with twin brother Michael. The striker had been a regular goalscorer for United’s youth trams, and was tipped for greatness at a…

Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s Injury Scare Worries Man Utd Fans

By Vishal Singh | September 1, 2016

Manchester United summer signing, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, was substituted early while he was away on International duty with Armenia. Henrikh Mkhitaryan is high anticipated to light up Old Trafford following his £26 million arrival from Dortmund. However, United fans will be worried after hearing that the Armenian International was subbed off in the first half during…

Moussa Sissoko Joins Tottenham Hotspur, Everton Trolled On Social Media

By Vishal Singh | August 31, 2016

Moussa Sissoko has confirmed on social media that he will be joining Tottenham Hotspur this summer, after being heavily linked with Everton. Spurs have signed the 27-year-old on a five-year contract, paying the Magpies a total of £30 million to secure the Frenchman’s signature. Sissoko was heavily linked with a switch to Everton throughout the…

Carragher Rips Balotelli On Twitter

By BF Staff | August 31, 2016

Jamie Carragher has made his dislike for Mario Balotelli well known by hitting out at him on Twitter. The Italian joined Nice on a free transfer after being cast out by Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool. And Jamie Carragher, never one to shy away from criticising a player, ripped into the striker on twitter. He tweeted:…

Jack Wilshere Joins Bournemouth On A Season-Long Loan

By Vishal Singh | August 31, 2016

Arsenal midfield ace Jack Wilshere has joined AFC Bournemouth on a season-long loan deal. The English midfield man was made available by Arsene Wenger a few days ago. Since then, reports claim that 22 clubs made approaches to sign the midfielder, but Bournemouth ended up coming out as top runners. Jack Wilshere’s performances during the past few…

OFFICIAL: David Luiz Completes Chelsea Return

By Vishal Singh | August 31, 2016

David Luiz has returned to Chelsea after leaving the Blues in 2014 for PSG in a record defender deal. The Brazil international rejoins the club on a three-year contract, and for a transfer fee believed to be around £32m. “I’m delighted to return to Chelsea. We had a fantastic story during my first time at the…

Transfer Roundup: Balotelli Leaves Liverpool, Weir Joins Hull, Foxes Sign Slimani

By Vishal Singh | August 31, 2016

Manchester United have confirmed the departure of James Weir, who will be joining Hull City on a three-year contract. The 21-year-old midfielder was deemed surplus to Jose Mourinho’s requirements, and has consequently completed a deadline day move to the Hull Tigers. James has completed and passed his medical this afternoon, after both clubs agreed on…

Transfer Roundup: United Enquire For PSG Defender, City Bid Rejected And Sakho Rejects Chance To Leave Liverpool

By Vishal Singh | August 31, 2016

Manchester United have reportedly made an inquiry on Paris Saint-Germain defender, Marquinhos. The Daily Mail report that Mourinho is looking to add the 22-year-old defender to his current lineup. Should the reports be true, it would be the third summer transfer window in a row in which Manchester United have been linked with the Brazilian. United…

Transfer Roundup: Alonso Signs For Chelsea, Henderson Leaves On Loan, Cuadrado Rejoins Juventus

By BF Staff | August 31, 2016

Chelsea have completed the signing for Marcos Alonso from Fiorentina for a reported fee of £23 million. Antonio Conte singled out Alonso as a priority signing before the transfer deadline, and the move has now been wrapped up for the 25-year-old. Earlier this week, the club allowed Baba Rahman and Kenedy to join Schalke and Watford…

Manchester United Preparing To Offload Pereira

By Vishal Singh | August 31, 2016

Manchester United are preparing for goalkeeper Joel Pereira to leave the club on a loan deal, with Belenenses interested in his services. The Daily Mail reports that Mourinho is willing to let Pereira leave Manchester United on a temporary deal, as he doesn’t see a spot in the squad for the goalkeeper. David De Gea is…

Morata Reveals How Offers Poured In During The Euro 2016

By Vishal Singh | August 31, 2016

Real Madrid and Spain attacker Alvaro Morata has revealed that he received at least 5-6 phone calls a day regarding his future. Alvaro Morata eventually returned to Real Madrid this summer, after Zidane activated the buyback clause placed in the striker’s contract at Juventus. The Galacticos paid €30 million to re-sign the Spaniard after he had…

Mourinho Furious Over Schweinsteiger’s Refusal To Join Lisbon

By BF Staff | August 31, 2016

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is said to be furious about Bastian Schweinsteiger’s refusal to join Sporting Lisbon on a free transfer, according to The Daily Star. The midfielder has been left out of Mourinho’s plans and the club is desperate to find a way to make the German leave. Earlier this month, it was reported…

Schneiderlin Linked With Shock Move To Tottenham

By BF Staff | August 31, 2016

Morgan Schneiderlin is wanted by Tottenham Hotspur, according to reports in The Daily Mail.  Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino worked with Morgan Schneiderlin while the pair was together at Southampton, and is reportedly keen on managing the Frenchman again. The Mail claim that Tottenham are preparing a surprising bid for the 26-year-old holding midfielder, and will…

OFFICIAL: Joe Hart Joins Torino On Loan

By Vishal Singh | August 31, 2016

Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart has joined Torino on a season long loan, the Serie A outfit have announced.  The arrival of Claudio Bravo from Barcelona has led to the departure of one of Manchester City’s most decorated players. Hart told club’s website: “Suddenly my career underwent a change. I interpreted it as a sign…

London Giants Fail In Their Pursuit For Manchester United Defender

By Vishal Singh | August 31, 2016

According to England based media outlet The Daily Mail, London clubs Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham and Leicester City have approached Manchester United for the signing of defender Phil Jones. Phil Jones began his footballing career in the Blackburn Rovers youth academy, which he joined in 2002. He then joined the senior team for the 2009-2010 Premier League season,…

Manchester United Prepare Late Fabinho Bid

By Vishal Singh | August 31, 2016

Manchester United are keen on striking a deal for the Monaco full-back Fabinho before the close of the transfer window this summer. Fabinho has been a long-term target for Manchester United, ever since the days of Louis van Gaal. The Manchester Evening News report that a move for the 22-year-old should not be ruled out…