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The ‘New Didier Drogba’ & Former Newcastle Target Chased by Spurs, Arsenal & Sunderland

Reports today suggest 3 Premier League clubs are currently watching St Etienne striker Bafetimbi Gomis in view to a January move for the man dubbed the ‘New Didier Drogba'. The three clubs reportedly interested are Tottenham, Arsenal and Sunderland. The player was linked to the Premier League in the summer with ...

Jakub Blaszczykowski: Liverpool Step up Chase for Bundesliga Star Winger & Final Piece in the Jigsaw?

Reports today suggest Liverpool's £5m bid for Borussia Dortmund winger Jakub Blaszczykowski has been rejected. The 22-year-old Polish international is a major target for Rafa Benitez and considered by many to be the final piece in the jigsaw for the Spaniard. Blaszczykowski is a right winger and would finally provide balance ...

Ibrahim Afellay: Arsenal Targeting £6M Dutch Wing Wizard who Destroyed Spurs Last Season

Press reports suggest Gunners boss Arsene Wenger is set to make a move for PSV's attacking midfielder Ibrahim Afellay in January. The talented 22-year-old would be an excellent signing for Arsenal as he has the ability to play from either flank or directly in the middle of midfield. The PSV star ...

At Least One Tottenham Fan was Pleased with Defeat to Hull After £100K Win!

Last weekend Tottenham fan Tony Morris from Harrow won the £100,000 Premier 10 jackpot by predicting the outcome of all ten Premier League games. Not only did Tony predict shock away wins for Middlesbrough and Bolton but also backed against the side he supports. However, with Spurs bottom of the league and ...

Lukas Podolski Set to Leave Bayern in January: Perfect for Spurs, Man City, Everton & Chelsea

Bayern Munich star Lukas Podolski looks set to leave the Allianz Arena after failing to nail down a first team place with the Bundesliga giants. The talented forward has been linked to moves to Arsenal, Tottenham, Everton and Manchester City in the summer but remains in Germany though is getting ...

Stephane M’Bia: Man City Enter Race for £9.6M African Star Ahead of Everton & Arsenal

Manchester City have emerged as potential suitors of Rennes' highly-rated defensive midfielder Stephane M'Bia in January for a fee of £9.6m. The Cameroon international was linked to Everton and Arsenal this summer but his club were determined to keep the player. The 22-year-old spoke openly of his desire to move to ...

Chelsea Lead Chase for 14-Year-Old Barca Wonderkid Dubbed the ‘New Ronaldinho’: Arsenal & Liverpool Also in Race

Chelsea are reported to be leading he chase for one of the most exciting youngsters in world football, Barcelona's 14-year-old wonderkid Gerard Deulofeu. Arsenal are also in the hunt for the exciting left-winger who has yet to sign trainee forms and thus could follow the likes of Cesc Fabregas and Fran ...

Karim Benzema: Man City Face Battle with Barcelona for £30M Former Manchester United & Chelsea Target

Lyon striker Karim Benzema had been reported to be next on Manchester City's expensive transfer hitlist in January though it's emerged that Barcelona are also keen suitors of the striker. The young striking sensation had been heavily linked to rivals Manchester United in the past though despite proclamations that he ...

Chelsea Performance vs Aston Villa ‘Scary’ for Manchester United, Liverpool & Arsenal Says Former Republic of Ireland Star

Football Pools Pundit Tony Cascarino has suggested that Chelsea's performance in their 2-0 home win over Aston Villa was ‘scary' for title challengers Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool. The fact the Blues beat a strong Aston Villa side so comfortably despite missing some integral member of the squad illustrates that ...

Blaise Matuidi: Arsenal & Tottenham Battle Over £8M St Etienne Midfield Star

North London giants Arsenal and Tottenham are set to go head to head in a battle to sign St.Etienne midfielder Blaise Matuidi in January. The 21-year-old is a consistent member of the French U21 side and may be available for a reported £8m fee.The Toulouse born star is one of ...

Joe Kinnear’s Newcastle Press Conference Antics Got the Desired Effect Claims Former Millwall & Aston Villa Star

Former Millwall star and Football Pools Pundit Tony Cascarino has praised Newcastle's caretaker boss for his recent outburst for kickstarting a response from the club's players at the weekend as well as providing interest to the usual stale press conference environment. He claimed this week, "Joe Kinnear has received plenty ...

Arsenal ‘Too Lightweight’ for the Premier League Claims Former Chelsea & Celtic Star

The Gunners dropped more points in the title race last weekend at Sunderland despite battling back to earn a draw which has prompted many critics to suggest they won't compete with Chelsea and Manchester United for the Premier League title. However, Football Pools Pundit Tony Cascarino claims it's more a ...

Former Liverpool Legend ‘Has No Fears’ for his Old Club Newcastle

This week former Newcastle star John Barnes has spoken about the plight of the Tyneside club but despite sitting 3rd from bottom of the Premier League, being placed up for sale and a short-term caretaker manager in place he doesn't fear for their top division safety. Barnes said this week, "Another ...

Former Liverpool Legend Praises Chelsea Style & Tips Them for the Title!

Chelsea remain top of the Premier League after another impressive win at the weekend over a much-fancied Aston Villa side though Liverpool remain neck and neck with them after a last gasp win at Eastlands. Former Reds legend and Football Pools Pundit John Barnes has this week praised the new ...

Tony Cascarino’s Column: Views on Newcastle, Portsmouth, Hull, Spurs, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Portsmouth, Millwall & Man City

We have a break from the thrills and spills of the Premier League this week with another round of World Cup qualifiers. Now a lot has been made of Fabio Capello's decision to exclude Michael Owen again from the squad but for me it's hardly surprising. First and foremost the form ...