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Enzo: 'I found it hard to adapt at Chelsea'

7 days ago

"In my opinion the Premier League is the best league in the world," Enzo Ferandnez told Chelsea's official website. "It is so dynamic with so many quality players.

'That is where things go better for me': Felix sends message to Xavi on his best position

9 days ago

"My best position? As a second striker behind the striker," Joao Felix said in his latest interview. "I have only played there for Benfica.

Man United ready to pay big money for Joao Neves signing (reliability: 3 stars)

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Man United have been impressed with what they’ve seen of Benfica midfielder Joao Neves in the 2023/24 season.As per Record, the Red Devils are refusing to end their interest in signing the young midfielder and hope to convince him to join them in the summer.

Some Chelsea players want Poch sacked & 3 more under-radar stories

15 days ago

Chelsea learn asking price of Joao NevesAccording to O Jogo, Chelsea are interested in the possible signing of Benfica midfielder Joao Neves in the summer.However, the Portuguese side have inserted a huge £102m release clause into his contract.

Man United face Premier League sides competition for Joao Neves, release clause set (reliability: 3 stars)

18 days ago

Man United are interested in a possible summer move for Benfica’s young midfielder Joao Neves, claims Portuguese outlet O Jogo.However, Liverpool and Chelsea have both joined the race and are willing to make a potential move for the midfielder after seeing him soar this season.

Endrick dedicates England goal to Sir Bobby Charlton & 3 more under-radar stories at Man United today

18 days ago

Benfica interested in Fernandez transferBenfica 'intend' to activate the option to sign Manchester United defender Alvaro Fernandez on a permanent transfer this summer, according to Record.The 21-year-old left-back has featured in 10 games across all competitions since moving to Portugal on loan in January, clearly making an impression.

Three loanees who could help Man United next season

24 days ago

The 2024 summer transfer window will open in just a few months with Sir Jim Ratcliffe now in charge. However, Manchester United are not expected to spend big given the restrictions imposed by Financial Fair Play rules.

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Team's best footballers in Primeira Liga of Portugal

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Goals

di María8

Santos Almeida5

Assists

Fernandes Ferreira da Silva11

di María8

David Neres7

Duel won

Gonçalves Neves174

Fernandes Ferreira da Silva138

Otamendi129

Chances created

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Fernandes Ferreira da Silva56

Kökçü40

Clean sheets

Trubin12

Samuel Soares3

Man United target praised by Bruno 'likes' Mainoo's England squad post

Kobbie Mainoo's dramatic inclusion in the England squad for the international games this March filled fans with joy. Mainoo's meteoric rise this season is evident, having started 17 games across competitions this season.

'An excellent player': Bruno seemingly endorses Man United move for Joao Neves

29 days ago

Bruno Fernandes was recently asked at a press conference about Man United’s links to Benfica midfielder Joao Neves, who is also a part of the Portugal team.He said: “I don’t know if United rumours are true, but I know he is ready for that big jump.

'You can't be part of the team. Impossible': Benfica coach Schmidt slams Orkun Kökçü for his 'irritated' claims

1 month ago

Benfica coach Roger Schmidt made a harsh response to Orkun Kökçü's recent interview. Schmidt said: "If you do that kind of interview, you can't be part of the team.

1 month ago

Liverpool working to add to Michael Edwards' team & 2 more big stories you might've missed

Liverpool working to add to Michael Edwards' teamThe Reds are trying to hire Benfica technical director Pedro Marques who would be working on another club in the FSG portfolio with Edwards, The Athletic reports.Klopp reveals Bajcetic recovery plan'We have to wait now a little bit, but he is in his pre-season and I think he will be part of team training after the international break,' the boss says of a teenager who has missed almost the whole season so far.

FSG working to hire Benfica technical director — he already dealt with Liverpool (reliability: 5 stars)

1 month ago

According to The Athletic, FSG is working on a move for Benfica technical director Pedro Marques.This would be the latest move to set up the new structure at Liverpool and beyond, with Michael Edwards returning as CEO of football and Richard Hughes set to be appointed sporting director.

Liverpool to face Atalanta in Europa League quarter-final, potential semi-final opponents revealed

1 month ago

The UEFA Europa League quarter-final draw took place in Nyon, Switzerland today.Liverpool have been drawn with Atalanta in the quarter-final of the competition.

Leverkusen, Milan & 5 more: all potential Europa League quarter-finals opponents for Liverpool

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Liverpool have progressed to the Europa League quarter-finals after battering Sparta Prague in both games, winning 11-2 on the aggregate.In the next stage, they could face one of the following teams:- Milan;- Marseille;- Benfica;- West Ham;- Roma;- Atalanta;- Bayer Leverkusen.

Erik ten Hag can walk away this summer & 3 more big stories at Man United you might've missed

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Ten Hag can walk away this summerThe head coach can reportedly choose to leave if he is not assured by the club about the power he will be given.United to splash over £100m on Benfica talentSir Jim Ratcliffe is rumoured to sign off a record-breaking offer for Joao Neves.

Man United to splash over £100m on 19-year-old midfielder

1 month ago

Man United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is set to approve a record-breaking offer of just over £100m to secure the signing of Benfica's teen star Joao Neves this summer.Ratcliffe plans to implement a new transfer strategy focusing on younger talents at Old Trafford and Neves has been reportedly pencilled as a top target.

Declan Rice backed to win Player of the Year & 2 more under-radar Arsenal stories

1 month ago

Brentford referee appointedRob Jones will be taking charge of the Arsenal vs Brentford clash in the Premier League on Saturday, March 9, it has been confirmed.The 36-year-old official has so far refereed just five games involving the Gunners with a record of two wins and three defeats.

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1 month ago

'Not commenting on other people's success is big club's way': Ruben Dias hits back at Trent

Speaking earlier this month, Trent Alexander-Arnold compared the success of Man City to that of Liverpool. He said that the Reds' trophies would 'mean more' due to the Citizens' financial power.

Europa League Round of 16 draw in full

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Liverpool will take on Sparta Prague in the Europa League Round of 16. The Reds will travel away to Prague for the first leg on Thursday March 7 and the second leg at Anfield will take place on Thursday March 14.

'I’ve heard mentioned': Jamie Carragher throws another name into the ring to replace Jurgen Klopp

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Jamie Carragher believes Liverpool could follow an alternative route in their search for a new head coach, despite Xabi Alonso being the frontrunner."There’s the guy at Benfica that I’ve heard mentioned, Roger Schmidt.

Harry Kane names Man United icon as role model & 3 more under-radar stories

2 months ago

West Ham's Antonio 'really rates' HojlundWest Ham forward Michail Antonio is impressed by Rasmus Hojlund after watching the Manchester United striker score against his side on Sunday.He told Sky Sports: "It's not about just scoring goals, it's about what you bring as well to the team and he brings a physicality, he's been able to get other people involved, he's a willing runner, and now obviously scoring the goals.

Joan Laporta names 32 clubs 'ready' to join Super League

2 months ago

"Teams ready to join the Super League right now are Inter Milan, Napoli, Roma, Milan, Marseille, Benfica, Sporting Lisbon, Porto, Ajax, Feyenoord, PSV, Anderlecht, Club Brugge and every team in La Liga except Atletico," Joan Laporta has told RAC1.The Barca president contradicts the official statements made by most La Liga clubs here.

'Bad news for Barca is that Real Madrid also plan a summer bid for him': Los Blancos reportedly target Portugal's rising star

2 months ago

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Hot Barcelona fan Alexa claims Real Madrid are in the race for super-talented Portugal international Joao Neves who could be the replacement for Luka Modric or Toni Kroos, citing a 'tier-one' source.Barca reportedly want him too, but they will barely be able to afford him this summer.

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3 months ago

'Real Madrid also have him on radars': Barcelona reportedly want Portugal's hot prospect as Busquets successor

Signing a top-class defensive midfielder is going to be Barcelona's absolute summer priority no matter who the new head coach will be.Barca's hot fan Alexa, who has recently revealed her naughty message for Lamine Yamal, comes up with a big transfer rumour Fabrizio Romano isn't aware of yet.

Behind Chelsea & City: Where Liverpool stand among clubs with largest transfer income over past 10 years

3 months ago

Liverpool are ranked 15th in the world by transfer income since the 2014/15 season, a Transfermarkt report claims. The Reds have generated £631m through player sales, with Phillipe Coutinho's sale to Barcelona bringing in £142m alone.

Chelsea best club in world by transfer income since 2014/15 season

3 months ago

Chelsea have generated more money through player sales than any other club in the world over the past ten years, a Transfermarkt report claims.The Blues have sold their players for £1.

Man United include 2 smart clauses in Alvaro Fernandez loan transfer

3 months ago

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Manchester United have officially confirmed Alvaro Fernandez's loan to Benfica till the end of the season. Benfica have the option to sign the Academy graduate player permanently for €6 million, provided he starts at least 50 per cent of his matches.

Pellistri picks next club & 3 more under-radar Man United stories today

3 months ago

Keane not convinced by Man UnitedRoy Keane has attacked Manchester United and Erik ten Hag after watching the Red Devils allow Tottenham to come back from a goal down on Sunday.Speaking about Man United's style of play, the Irishman told Sky Sports: "That's what I was saying, you don't know what you're going to see from this team.

Here we go: Man United reach agreement to sell Alvaro Fernandez permanently

3 months ago

Man United have reached an agreement with Benfica to sell Alvaro Fernandez on a permanent deal, according to Fabrizio Romano. Fernandez is currently on a season-long loan at Granada, but the club have the option of breaking the agreement in January, which would allow them to sell him to another club in a bid to make a profit on the player.

Chelsea eyeing Thiago Silva successor and 2 other under-radar stories

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Chelsea eyeing Benfica star as Thiago Silva successorAs per The Sun, Chelsea have identified Benfica defender Antonio Silva as their top defensive target for the summer.They are eyeing him to replace Thiago Silva, who is likely to leave at the end of the campaign.

Pellistri attracting loan interest from many clubs & 3 more under-radar stories at Man United

3 months ago

Diallo makes AFCON stance clearAmad Diallo has confirmed on social media that he will not be part of the Ivory Coast squad for the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations tournament in his home country.The 21-year-old, who has made a full recovery from a major injury, is expected to leave Manchester United on loan this month to play first-team football.

3 centre-backs Real Madrid target ahead of potential summer move (reliability: 5 stars)

3 months ago

Real Madrid monitor Benfica's Antonio Silva, Sporting Lisbon's Goncalo Inacio and Lille's Leny Yoro as their potential future centre-backs, says Marca's Jose Felix Diaz.There are even more names on the club's wish list, but these three apparently stand out.

Real Madrid

3 months ago

Man United open to loan offers for Amad & 3 more under-radar stories

Raphael Varane open to Real Madrid moveAs per Spanish outlet AS, Raphael Varane is interested in a possible return to Real Madrid next year.With Los Blancos on the lookout for a new centre-back signing in January, the Frenchman has made it clear that is open to re-joining his former side.

Who Liverpool can face in Europa League Round of 16: full list of potential opponents

4 months ago

Liverpool will not find their next opponent in the Europa League until February 23, 2024. On that day, a draw will take place after a play-off round that the Reds have happily avoided by finishing first in their group.

AC Milan and 7 other teams to join Liverpool in Europa League knockout stages – confirmed

4 months ago

The Champions League group stage is officially over and all the third placed teams are now going to drop down to the Europa League.The 8 teams that will drop to the Europa League will contest the play-off round with teams that were placed 2nd in the Europa League group.

Klopp gives 4-word response to Europe question & 3 more under-radar stories at Liverpool

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Klopp gives 4-word response to Europe questionJurgen Klopp was asked to comment on the race for European football next season and the boss had quite a direct reply: "I couldn't care less".Liverpool in for GuehiAs per The Mirror, Liverpool are interested in signing Marc Guehi and could battle other big clubs such as Arsenal and Tottenham for him.

Bellingham calls Liverpool player 'my boy' & 3 more under-radar stories

4 months ago

Liverpool 'hold talks' over Brazilian defender signingAs per the Sunday People, Liverpool have held talks with Sao Paulo over the possible signing of young defender Lucas Beraldo.The Reds could face competition from the likes of Newcastle United and Man United for the 20-year-old centre-back.

Why Liverpool are set to pay extra ₤8.5m for Darwin Nunez transfer after Man City game? Explained

5 months ago

At the time of Darwin Nunez's transfer to Liverpool in the summer of 2022, a lot was made of the club-record ₤85m fee the Reds agreed to pay to Benfica.In fact, the terms of the deal were that Liverpool would only pay £64m up front, with the remaining part made up of add-ons.

Bernardo Silva reveals one club he wants to play for if he leaves Man City

5 months ago

Bernardo Silva has named Benfica as one club he hopes to return to play for one day. "I want to [return to Benfica one day] If at the time the club wants me obviously things will happen," Silva told RTP.