Brazil international Gabriel Martinelli was in fine form as he helped Arsenal see off Spanish La Liga outfit Sevilla in their final pre-season game this summer. Martinelli provided two assists on the way to a 6-0 win over Sevilla at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal and Sevilla met at the Emirates Cup, an annual pre-season tournament. Arsenal won the Emirates Cup thanks to the big win over the immediate past UEFA Europa League winners.
The Cristiano Ronaldo saga has taken an interesting twist, with Manchester United now expected to retain the attacker after he awkwardly struggled to find a new suitor. In a report published by Daily Telegraph, it appears Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag is even considering asking the Red Devils to trigger an extension clause in Ronaldo’s contract.
Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly turned down a bid from Ajax Amsterdam for their Dutch forward, Steven Bergwijn. This was revealed by Dutch newspaper Algemeen Dagblad as it was confirmed that Ajax have made contact with Spurs in the bid to sign the Dutch international star. Spurs were said to have knocked back the first offer made by Ajax for the player.
Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly turned down a bid from Ajax Amsterdam for their Dutch forward, Steven Bergwijn. This was revealed by Dutch newspaper AlgemeenDagblad as it was confirmed that Ajax have made contact with Spurs in the bid to sign the Dutch international star. Spurs were said to have knocked back the first offer made by Ajax for the player.
Newly crowned Spanish La Liga champions Real Madrid will face Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) final in Paris later this month after they saw off Manchester City in their semifinal tie with the help of extra time. Real Madrid came into the second leg with a one-goal deficit from the first leg and they were able to overcome the deficit to book their place in the final.
Chelsea lost 4-2 at home to Arsenal in the Premier League last night and Thomas Tuchel will be desperate for his players to bounce back immediately against the Hammers on Sunday. Meanwhile, David Moyes will be happy that his team have had a full week off for the first time in a very long time. West Ham drew with Burnley at the London Stadium last time out and as a result, they really can’t afford to lose against Chelsea this weekend, if they are to keep their top six hopes alive.
American Jesse Marsch has been named the new Leeds United manager following the dismissal of Marcelo Bielsa earlier this week. Argentine tactician Bielsa was relieved of his duties as the Leeds United manager on Sunday and club officials have wasted no time in announcing his replacement.
Brentford have been handed a massive boost on the injury front following the news that first choice goalkeeper David Raya is ready to return to the team. The Spanish shot stopper missed some months due to a serious knee injury andhas now returned to full fitness weeks ahead of schedule.
Newcastle United have made their first transfer of the current January transfer window with the signing of England defender Kieran Trippier.
Merseyside giants Everton have ended their winless streak in the Premier League following the win over Arsenal at the Goodison Park on Monday night. It was the first win in nine Premier League outings for the Toffees.
