Tiago Turns Down Potential Mourinho Reunion - Why The Atletico Madrid Man May Have Decided To Stay

As rumours linked him with a possible return to Stamford Bridge, former Chelsea midfielder Tiago Mendes has signed a new deal with Atletico Madrid.  The 33-year-old helped the La Liga side clinch their first league title since 1996 last season and Talksport have reported that he has now committed his future to the club.

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Mats Hummels Wanted By Manchester United - Why A Transfer May Be Complicated

As the reshuffle at Old Trafford continues, the latest name to be linked with a move to Manchester United is Mats Hummels.  The Daily Mail have reported that a fee has been agreed with Borussia Dortmund for the defender.  This, however, contrasts with comments from the German club’s manager, Jurgen Klopp, who seemed to dismiss the rumour.

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Dejan Lovren Set To Seal Liverpool Switch - Why This Could Spell The End Of Daniel Agger's Anfield Career

When Dejan Lovren stated recently that his head was already at Anfield, many people deemed a move to Liverpool to be an inevitability.  According to the Liverpool Echo, said transfer is edging closer as the Reds continue to discuss a deal for the centre-back with Southampton.  Once those negotiations are completed, however, Brendan Rodgers must address issues regarding one of his current defenders.

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Drogba Set For Chelsea Return - Why The Striker Could Struggle To Better His Last Game For The Blues

Players come and go in football.  Sometimes they even come back.  Returns can be low-key, especially if it is just a former right-back rejoining to provide a bit of cover.  A club being reunited with a striker who scored 157 goals for them, however, is a completely different story.  Chelsea are the lucky side to be linked with such a real-life fairy tale.

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Andre Wisdom To Continue Learning At The Hawthorns - Why Liverpool's Young Defender Has Huge Potential

Having spent last season on loan at Derby in the Championship, Liverpool youngster Andre Wisdom is set to continue playing his football in the Midlands but at a higher level.  According to Sky Sports, the defender will join West Brom for the upcoming season, with the Reds hoping he will be able to gain vital Premier League experience with Alan Irvine’s side.

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Brendan Rodgers To Weigh Up Move For Striker - Why The Liverpool Boss May Want To Sell Before He Buys

The loss of Luis Suarez is going to affect Liverpool next season.  Exactly how much it affects them depends on the actions they take prior to the transfer window slamming shut on the opening day of September.

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Former Red Devils Star Recommends Aston Villa Defender - Why Ron Vlaar Could Be The Man Manchester United Need

Manchester United’s defence is on area that looks set for a major reshuffle this season.  Long-serving centre-backs Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic have already left the club, and Patrice Evra is rumoured to be another possible departure.  According to former Red Devils defender Paul McGrath, one man who could fit in well in the side’s backline is Aston Villa’s Ron Vlaar.

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Dutch Utility Man Linked With Van Gaal Reunion - Why Manchester United Could Sign Daley Blind

The latest player to be linked with a move to Old Trafford is someone who could not only provide competition for the Red Devils’ left-back spot but who is also capable of playing in their problem position of central midfield.  This news would no doubt be welcomed by Manchester United fans, especially given the recent announcement of an injury to Michael Carrick.

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Italian Striker Linked With Anfield Exit - Why Borini Could Seal Permanent Sunderland Switch

With better forwards blocking his way into Liverpool’s starting lineup, Fabio Borini was given the opportunity for regular gametime at Sunderland last season.  The Italian striker spent the entire campaign on loan at the Black Cats, featuring 40 times in all competitions and scoring 10 goals.  According to Sky Sports, he may have done enough to earn himself a permanent move to the Stadium of Light.

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Mourinho Considers Signing Defender For The Second Time - Why Varane Could Swap Madrid For London

Plying his trade with Real Madrid at the age of 21, Raphael Varane is set for a bright future.  According to the Daily Mail, however, there may be some problems with the French defender’s present.

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Star Of The Future Linked With Anfield Move - Why The Reds Could Sign Belgium Youngster

Liverpool went so close to winning their first ever Premier League title last season that many fans now expect their side to push on and finally achieve it next year.  A campaign that would otherwise have been deemed incredible ended in disappointment for the Reds, as they capitulated at the end of April with the trophy virtually in their grasp.

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No Cross-City Switch For Yaya Toure - Why The Midfielder Looks Set To Stay At The Premier League Champions

Yaya Toure has been one of the best midfielders in Europe for a few years now, and recent rumours that he was unhappy at Manchester City were not the sort of thing the Premier League champions were looking for after lifting the trophy in May.  Fortunately for them, though, the Guardian have reported that the 31-year-old intends to ignore transfer speculation stay at the Etihad Stadium.

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Nigeria Midfielder Linked With Blues Exit - Why Mikel Could Be Shipped Out By Chelsea

As Chelsea look to pack their midfielder, one man who could be on his way out of Stamford Bridge is John Obi Mikel.  The 27-year-old only featured in 24 Premier League games last season, and now looks set to struggle even more for a place in the Blues’ lineup.

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Liverpool Winger Set For Permanent Stoke Switch - Why Assaidi Could Shine For The Potters

After enjoying a successful loan spell at the Britannia Stadium last season, Oussama Assaidi could be set for a permanent move to Stoke.  According to the Telegraph, Mark Hughes wants to sign the Liverpool winger in a deal that sees the Potters pay an initial fee of £4.5 million.

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Swansea Left-Back Wanted By Two Clubs - Why Liverpool Must Beat Tottenham To His Signature

After gaining two full seasons’ worth of Premier League experience, Ben Davies could be set to join one of the elite sides in England’s top flight.  According to the Telegraph, Tottenham and Liverpool are both interested in signing the Swansea left-back.

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