Rooney Stakes His Claim For United Captaincy - Why He Could Be The Man To Lead The Club's Next Generation

With the departure of Nemanja Vidic, Manchester United are in need of a new captain. According to the Manchester Evening News, Wayne Rooney fancies himself for the job.

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Tom Cleverley Believes Van Gaal Will Allow Him To Shine - Why The Midfielder Must Look To Restore His Reputation

After watching their side demolish LA Galaxy in their first game of pre-season, optimism has begun to creep back amongst Manchester United fans.  One player who is sharing that sense of optimism is Tom Cleverley.

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Manchester United Weigh Up Move For Depay - Why Their New Manager Is The Best Man To Decide

If enough Dutch players had not already been linked with moves to Manchester United, another has been added to the list in the form of Memphis Depay.  There have been rumours of many of the Netherlands squad possibly linking up with their former national coach Louis van Gaal at Old Trafford.  Out of them all though, with questions surrounding the unlikelihood of certain transfers and whether United would even want some of the mentioned players, Depay would certainly be an interesting acquisition.

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Mourinho Addresses Goalkeeper Situation – Why The Chelsea Manager’s Stance Is Admirable

With Thibaut Courtois finally set to return from Atletico Madrid, Chelsea have serious competition for the position between the sticks.  The 22-year-old Belgian has been on loan at the Spanish club since 2011, and he has since managed to make a real name for himself during a move initially made for him to gain playing time.

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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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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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Serbian Winger Linked With Anfield Move - Why Lazar Markovic Could Be Perfect For Liverpool

According to ESPN, Benfica’s 20-year-old Serbian winger Lazar Markovic is expected to undergo a medical at Liverpool after a fee of around £25 million was recently agreed between the two clubs. For someone so young, he has an excellent eye for goal and has a good amount of European experience.  The fact that Brendan Rodgers is willing so spend so much money on the youngster is evidence of his quality. 

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Liverpool Linked With Serbian Winger - Why The Player Has The Perfect Mix Of Experience And Potential

Only turning 20 years of age in March, Lazar Markovic is reportedly set to be bought for a fee of just under £20 million.  Liverpool are the club who are in for him, according to Sky Sports, with a deal to take him to Anfield believed to be close.

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Roma Look To Snap Up Former Chelsea Left-Back - Why He Would Be A Good Signing

After spending his entire career playing in England’s capital, Ashley Cole looks set to join a club from Italy’s.  It would certainly be interesting to see how the left-back fares should he make the move abroad.

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THREE Players Who Manchester United Could Sign Instead Of Arsenal Captain

Manchester United have been heavily linked with a move for a central defender all summer now, but there hasn't been any movement just yet. It appears as though United are chasing a relatively cheap replacement for Nemanja Vidic and Rio Ferdinand. They have looked at two quite different types of footballers. Stefan de Vrij is very much a young, up-and-coming centre-back with a lot of potential. Thomas Vermaelen, on the other hand, is an experienced Premier League defender with not too many years left at the top. Therefore, it is hard to pinpoint what type of defender the Red Devils want. 

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Chelsea Will Struggle To Keep Three Goalkeepers Happy - Why Jose Mourinho Has A Big Decision To Make

With Thibaut Courtois seemingly returning to Stamford Bridge for good after three years on loan at Atletico Madrid, Chelsea look set to have two world class goalkeepers competing for a place in the team.  Petr Cech is the man the Belgium international would have to displace, with veteran Mark Schwarzer no slouch either despite his role as back-up.  The London Evening Standard have reported that the situation means Chelsea’s Czech stopper may have to consider his options.

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Manchester United Sign Herrera - Why The Midfielder Needs To Adapt Quickly

A lack of quality in the middle of the park has long been a concern at Manchester United, but with the signing of Ander Herrera have they finally found a solution to the midfield crisis at Old Trafford? Herrera has yet to establish himself as a top star in European football, but the 24-year-old’s form over the second half of the season, as well as notable performances against both Real Madrid and Barcelona, put his name firmly on United’s radar.

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Player Report: Chelsea & Manchester United Watching £25m Striker, But What Could He Offer?

According to recent reports, Chelsea and Manchester United are said to be keeping a watchful eye on Porto’s Jackson Martinez. 

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Liverpool Linked With 'Bargain' Forward Who Defeated Tottenham This Season - Here's Why It Would Be A Good Move

Liverpool are reported to be sending scouts to Portugal tonight to once again monitor up and coming Benfica star, Lazar Markovic. 

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Childish And Petulant: Sherwood Is Using Manager Spat To Mask Poor Spurs Performance

Tottenham Hotspur manager Tim Sherwood had a rant last night in a press conference, accusing opposite number, Jorge Jesus, of lacking class during Tottenham’s 3-1 defeat in the Europa League.  After Benfica’s Luisao had scored their third goal at White Hart Lane, the Benfica boss responded by sticking three fingers up at Tim Sherwood, waving goodbye. 

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