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Kante 8/10, Pulisic 7/10 but Chelsea suffer penalty shootout defeat in UEFA Super Cup

The FC crew praise Liverpool’s backup goalkeeper Adrian for his starring role in the Red’s penalty shootout victory over Chelsea.

A penalty-shootout defeat against Liverpool (2-2 a.e.t) will be a tough one to take, but Frank Lampard can take plenty of encouragement from his side’s display in the UEFA Super Cup in Istanbul. After Sunday’s 4-0 season-opening to Man United, this was a much-improved display in nearly every way.
Positives
N’Golo Kante’s return to fitness gave the Chelsea midfield a huge injection of energy and quality, while Christian Pulisic showed he has the potential to at least fill some of the void left…

Kane 8/10, Ndombele 7/10 as Spurs rally past Aston Villa

Our ESPN FC panel give their Premier League predictions, including some surprising picks for top 6 and player of the year.

Following Tottenham’s loan moves for Ryan Sessegnon and Giovani Lo Celso, ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol explains how Mauricio Pochettino will utilise both players.

Harry Kane struck twice in the final minutes as Tottenham came from behind to beat Aston Villa 3-1.

Julien Laurens explains where things fell apart in Tottenham’s bid to sign Paulo Dybala and examines Christian Eriksen’s future in London.

They made hard work of it, but Spurs eventually broke a stern Aston Villa resistance to win 3-1 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to open their Premier League account at the first time of asking.
Harry Kane was at his clinical best as he scored two late goals to break Villa hearts, while a debut goal for Tanguy Ndombele drew his side level after a John McGinn strike against the run of play frustrated the home side for large spells.
The toughest test of all is next up for Mauricio Pochettino’s men,…

Transfer Talk: New doubts arise for De Gea’s future at Man Utd

The Premier League transfer window has closed, but the rest of Europe remains open for business. Plus, it’s never too late to look forward to January! Click here to view the latest transfers and keep up to date with the latest gossip below.

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De Gea’s United future in fresh doubt

The Mirror have revealed fresh doubts over the future of Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea, claiming the Spaniard is yet to agree a new deal at Old…

Transfer Talk: Man City slap monster price tag on Bayern target Sane

The FC crew examine the public spat going on at Bayern Munich between Karl-Heinz Rumminegge and Niko Kovac surrounding Leroy Sane.
The European transfer window is open. Click here to review all the latest transfers and keep up to date with the latest gossip below.
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TOP STORY: City want monster fee for Sane

The Telegraph claims Manchester City have slapped a whopping £137 million price tag on German winger Leroy Sane, amid continued interest from Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.
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FC Exclusives

– Man Utd, Juve discuss Lukaku, Dybala
– Chicago Fire eye Juanfran
– Galaxy’s $16m Pavon bid rejected
– Barca worried over Coutinho bids
– Maguire fears for Man United move

Reports in Germany suggest Bayern are preparing a bid of around £73 million…

Transfer Talk: Arsenal can land Pepe on a 5-year, £72m payment plan

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Gunners given five years to pay Pepe price
Arsenal look set to complete the signing of Lille winger Nicholas Pepe in a matter of days, and reports in the Daily Mail claim Unai Emery’s side will pay just £20 million up front for the Ivorian in a deal heavily made up by installments.
The remaining £52m…

Transfer Talk: Arsenal ready to raid for Juventus defender Rugani?

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Arsenal run the rule on Rugani

Unai Emery is interested in making Juventus defender Daniele Rugani his latest Arsenal acquisition, according to reports at Calciomercato.

The 24-year-old made just 15 appearances for the Serie A champions last season, and is set for another campaign on the fringes of…

LIVE Transfer Talk: Perisic the piece to push through Lukaku’s Man Utd exit?

The European transfer window is open. Click here to review all the latest transfers and keep up to date with the latest gossip below.
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TOP STORY: Inter consider Perisic-plus-cash offer for United’s Lukaku

Ivan Perisic looks set to be shown the exit door at Inter Milan, with Calciomercato reporting that manager Antonio Conte doesn’t see the Croatian in his long-term plans at the club.

TRANSFERS

Transfer grades: Rating every major signing from Europe

Why were Chelsea given a transfer ban?

FC Exclusives

– Neymar confident over PSG exit
– Barca want Bayern’s Alaba
– Pogba to Real ‘will be difficult’
– Arsenal beat Spurs to Saliba
– United miles from Maguire valuation

The Italian publication claims that Conte has…

Transfer Talk: Perisic the piece to push through Lukaku’s Man Utd exit?

The European transfer window is open. Click here to review all the latest transfers and keep up to date with the latest gossip below.
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Inter consider Perisic-plus-cash offer for United’s Lukaku

Ivan Perisic looks set to be shown the exit door at Inter Milan, with Calciomercato reporting that manager Antonio Conte doesn’t see the Croatian in his long-term plans at the club.

The Italian publication claims that Conte has doubts over the…

Transfer Talk: Dortmund prepping bid for Juventus youngster Kean

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Dortmund “Kean” on move for Moise
Bundesliga runners-up Borussia Dortmund are plotting a move for young Juventus striker Moise Kean, according to reports at Calciomercato.
Dortmund had initially been linked with a move for Kean’s Juve teammate Mario Mandzukic, but Lucien Favre’s side are now believed to…

Transfer Talk: Arsenal plot transfer swoop for new Brazil star Everton

Former Arsenal striker Paul Mariner breaks down why Edu becoming Arsenal’s technical director will do the club a load of good in the coming seasons.

Steve Nicol feels Laurent Koscielny doesn’t have enough leverage at Arsenal to be snubbing their preseason tour.

Former Arsenal striker Paul Mariner goes through Harry Maguire’s defensive attributes and concludes that he is not worth the kind of money that Leicester City are demanding for him.
The European transfer window is open. Click here to review all the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the latest gossip below.
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Arsenal gunning for Everton
Brazil international Everton has revealed he has an offer on the table, but the tease hasn’t disclosed which club it is that’s keen on signing him.
Everton was one of the stars of Brazil’s successful Copa America campaign and scored in the final in the 3-1 win against Peru. His performances…

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