Author: Black Dog
Chelsea made ‘more than one enquiry’ to sign €80,000,000 AC Milan goalkeeper Chelsea made ‘more than one enquiry’ to sign €80,000,000 AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan, according to reports in Italy. The Blues signed Swedish-Danish ‘keeper Filip Jorgensen from Villarreal this summer for £20.7m, with the 22-year-old signing a seven-year contract. Jorgensen has made three appearances to date, which came in the 5-0 Carabao Cup over Barrow AFC and the two Conference League qualifiers against Servette. He has not yet played in the Premier League, with Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca opting for Robert Sanchez as his No.1 in the…
Chelsea made ‘multiple enquiries’ for €80m superstar Chelsea made “more than one enquiry” for AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan this summer, according to reports in Italy. The Blues were eager to sign a new shot-stopper during the summer transfer window and they identified the France international as a key target. However, Milan were reluctant to lose Maignan and the Rossoneri placed an €80 million price tag on his head in order to dissuade interested parties. According to Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport, Chelsea enquired about Maignan’s availability on several occasions, but they were unable to agree a deal with Milan…
Tuttosport: A win today to boost the Scudetto chances for AC Milan What the Milan – Lecce match means for the Rossoneri team this evening was perfectly summed up yesterday by Paulo Fonseca in the press conference. “The victory in the derby makes sense if we win against Lecce and confirm that we have improved.” If the opposite happens, the Rossoneri would quickly find itself under scrutiny, as would its coach, because they would have wasted the opportunity to catch up with the surprise leader, Torino. The impression, however, is that Milanello is not underestimating this commitment in any way,…
Capello reveals what he expects from Fonseca’s Milan against Lecce After the enthusiasm and confidence boost thanks to the win the derby last Sunday with a 1-2 result, it is time for Milan to face Lecce tomorrow. Fabio Capello spoke about the upcoming fixture and said these words: “On paper, it looks like a simple task, but after the derby victory, we are looking forward to this match to see if the Rossoneri have truly found their game and balance.” Capello on what he expects from Paulo Fonseca: “He will want to verify if the Milan from the derby is…
MN: Maignan close to extending Milan contract – the details and figures AC Milan are getting close to finding an agreement with goalkeeper Mike Maignan over the renewal of his contract, according to a report. Maignan joined Milan in the summer of 2021 on a five-year deal from Lille and in his time at the club he has established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the world. Given that his deal runs out at the end of next season, a renewal is needed with a pay rise to reflect his elite status in his role. According to what…
Official: Milan to face Sassuolo in Coppa Italia round of 16 after shock Lecce win AC Milan will face Sassuolo in the Coppa Italia round of 16 after they won their tie last night, and it is something that could also have an implication on Friday’s game. The second round Coppa Italia game between Lecce and Sassuolo was won by the Serie B side as Muharemović and D’Andrea each netted. This means the Emilians will face Milan in the round of 16 scheduled for early to mid-December 2024. It is a bad defeat for Lecce, who will be at San…
What Chelsea want to do with Ben Chilwell after he played for first time this season in Carabao Cup,Of all the players who were being given their opportunity to impress Enzo Maresca last night, one name in particular stood out. Ben Chilwell was a second half substitute for Chelsea, as the Blues ran out 5-0 winners over Barrow to book their place in the next round of the Carabao Cup. The left-back got a warm reception from the home crowd, with it being a very real possibility during the summer transfer window that he would not be a Blue anymore.…
UEFA will reopen the bidding for the 2027 men’s Champions League final after the match was taken away from Milan’s San Siro. European football’s governing body will restart the process after authorities in the Italian city could not guarantee that the refurbishment of AC and Inter Milan’s home and surrounding areas wouldn’t impact the match. The San Siro is one of the most iconic stadiums in world football As a result a decision on a new host is now expected in May or June next year, UEFA have confirmed. The San Siro is one of the most iconic venues in…
Tijjani Reijnders, who was chosen as the MVP after the victory in the derby last Sunday, is going through an important moment in his career so far. He is a hard worker in midfield with a great vision. He plays very well, especially when he is given more freedom to run forward and contribute to the offensive efforts of his teammates. Now, reports from England are speaking of interest from Premier League sides in the former AZ Alkmaar player. In fact, according to what has been reported by TeamTalk, Manchester City, amid the uncertainty surrounding star midfielder Rodri, are keen…
Inter Milan’s French forward #09 Marcus Thuram reacts during the Italian Serie A football match between Inter Milan and Cagliari at San Siro Stadium in Milan, on April 14, 2024. (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS / AFP) (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP via Getty Images) Losing to AC Milan in the derby could have a silver lining if it “humbles” Inter Milan of some overconfidence following their performance against AC Milan. This is the view in today’s print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews. Going into Sunday evening’s derby clash, Inter had the tag of big favourites. Not just…