Last night, the majority of Italian football’s most reliable news sources confirmed Juventus have acquired the services of Francisco Conceicao. The 21-year-old should soon complete his transfer from Porto to the Bianconeri, similar to Fiorentina’s Nico Gonzalez. But while the Argentina international will sign on loan with obligation to buy, the Portuguese’s transfer formula is raising many eyebrows among fans …

The team news is in at the Vitality, where Eddie Howe’s Mags take on former club Bournemouth in today’s 2pm kick off live on Sky Sports. STARTING XI: (4-3-3) Pope – Livramento, Krafth, Burn, Kelly – Longstaff, Bruno, Joelinton – Murphy, Isak, Gordon. SUBS: Ruddy, Trippier, Barnes, Targett, Osula, Hall, Almiron, Willock, A. Murphy As expected, Emil Krafth replaces the suspended …

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has heaped praise on midfielder Joelinton. The Brazilian has been a key player for Newcastle since switching his role from that of a striker to a midfielder. Howe and former Newcastle star Alan Shearer have now lavished praise on the South American, with the club legend labelling Joelinton as one of the best midfielders in …

Barcelona’s chances of signing Joao Cancelo from Manchester City are becoming increasingly slim as he is nearing a move to Saudi Arabia, reports Mundo Deportivo.  The outlet claims that despite being the top target for the club’s sporting management and head coach Hansi Flick, Cancelo’s return is now in serious jeopardy. It must be noted that Cancelo joined Barcelona last …

Heading into the summer transfer window, one of Barcelona’s primary objectives was to sign a new defensive midfielder. The club were even linked with moves for Joshua Kimmich, and Martin Zubimendi, among others. However, as we approach the final week of the transfer market, Barcelona have firmly decided not to go after a new holding midfielder – a decision perhaps …

Napoli could make two signings before Friday night’s transfer deadline. The Italian giants, led by Antonio Conte, are hoping to reinforce their midfield options, and have identified Brighton’s Billy Gilmour and Manchester United’s Scott McTominay as two possible additions. The players’ situations are complicated though; both featured during Saturday’s early Premier League kick-off at the Amex Stadium. What has Fabrizio …

After weeks of negotiations, Barcelona have finally confirmed the sale of Mika Faye to Stade Rennais. The young defender is set to join the Ligue 1 outfit for a fee of €10.3 million, making him one of the most expensive sales for a player who did not feature in a single competition game for the Blaugrana. Faye’s sale not enough …

Chelsea continue to be one of Europe’s busiest teams.  Despite already making 10 summer signings, the Blues, led by US billionaire owner Todd Boehly, are showing no signs of slowing down. Although the London-based giants have a huge squad, one position they lack is the striking role. Enzo Maresca has options to play as his number nine, but an outright …

Juventus coach Thiago Motta will reportedly grant Nicolo Savona his first senior start this Monday against Hellas Verona. The Bianconeri started their campaign on a positive note by beating Como 3-0 at home. They are now looking to pick up their first points on the road when they take on the Gialloblu at the Bentegodi. However, Motta will have to …

Avoiding what was a potential banana skin on Saturday evening, Arsenal collected an eye-catching 2-0 victory away at Aston Villa. Looking to make it back-to-back Premier League victories in the Midlands, Mikel Arteta’s camp were frustrated for large spells as England international Ollie Watkins missed a pair of golden opportunities on either side of the half-time break. However, just seconds …