Bayern Munich ace keen on Liverpool move this summer, Klopp factor huge

Though the season ended in a rather damp squib in the Europa League final loss to Basel, there’s little doubt the arrival of Jurgen Klopp has lit the embers of optimism at Anfield.  The German tactician had a mixed start to his tenure on Merseyside, though the nature of some of the performances of his side have seen the Reds excited for the future under him. Even without the added allure of Champions League football, the 46-year old’s...

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Liverpool star Emre Can makes Germany Euro 2016 squad

Liverpool star Emre Can has made the cut for the 23-man Germany Euro 2016 squad. The 22-year-old has however, been listed as a defender which suggests that he will probably remain as a full-back and not play as a midfielder like he does in the Premier League. Can has played as a central-midfielder under the stewardship of Reds boss Jurgen Klopp but Germany manager Joaquim Low continues to play him as a defender – as did former Liverpool...

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Lucas Moura called into Brazil’s Copa America squad

The 23-year-old Paris Saint-Germain star has been drafted in to replace injured Barcelona midfielder Rafinha while Marcelo Grohe arrives in place of Ederson Paris Saint-German's Lucas Moura has received a late call-up to Brazil’s Copa America Centenario squad, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced on Tuesday. Gremio goalkeeper Marcelo Gorhe has also been called into the squad, replacing Benfica’s Ederson. 23-year-old...

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Chelsea transfer ruled out despite £15m offer and buy-back clause

CHELSEA will not sell Andreas Christensen to Borussia Monchengladbach, according to reports.   Chelsea are reportedly not willing to sell Andreas Christensen  Christensen is half-way through a two year loan spell with the German club and has cemented himself in the starting XI. The centre-back made 39 appearances in all competitions last term for the Bundesliga side and scored three goals. And according to German newspaper Bild,...

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Foxes chase Dortmund Forward

Leicester City have been linked with Borussia Dortmund striker Ciro Immobile reports Italian press outlet La Stampa. Immobile is currently out on loan at Torino, following a spell at Sevilla. The 26-year-old striker started his career at Juventus and is a naturally talented goalscorer, with career stats of 67 in 170 at club level. Leicester City are currently the only English team linked with the striker, however Lazio, Torino and Sevilla could all look to make a move for him. Immobile is unfortunately surplus to requirements at Dortmund...

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Reus snub 'unbelievably difficult' - Howedes

Marco Reus was omitted from Germany's Euro 2016 squad and Benedikt Howedes says the news was tough for everyone to take. Leaving Marco Reus out of Euro 2016 was an "unbelievably difficult decision" for him and the squad, according to Germany defender Benedikt Howedes. The Borussia Dortmund forward, who turned 27 on Tuesday, was left out of Joachim Low's final 23-man squad due to injury concerns. Reus was also forced to sit out Germany's...

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Ron-Robert Zieler: Is the German A Threat to Schmeichel’s Number One Spot?

After their miraculous Premier League triumph, Leicester boss Claudio Ranieri faces something of a dilemma this summer as he gears up for the club’s title defence and debut Champions League campaign. He has to decide whether to totally keep faith with the players who delivered the Premier League title or whether to use this window of opportunity to sign a host of players who the club ordinarily would struggle to attract. His first signing...

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Arsenal Transfer News: Latest on Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Aubameyang

Michael Sohn/Associated Press Henrikh Mkhitaryan reportedly won't extend his contract with Borussia Dortmund, meaning he could potentially leave the Bundesliga club on a free transfer in 2017. Mkhitaryan is said to be "looking at his options for the future." His reported decision has increased the likelihood of Arsenal signing the Armenian playmaker this summer. The player's agent, Mino Raiola, told Bild (h/t James Benge of the London...

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Sunderland join the race for Borussia Dortmund defender

Sunderland fans in the Football Transfer Tavern are desperate for Sam Allardyce to sort out their defence for next season and they are looking forward to see who he brings in. According to the Sunderland Echo, the Black Cats are eyeing a move for Borussia Dortmund defender Neven Subotic. The 27-year-old’s time at the Westfalenstadion seems to be winding down as he only managed to make just 11 appearances under Thomas Tuchel last season. This...

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Real Madrid targets a Bayern de Múnich player

After conquering the 11th Champions League trophy, Real Madrid is thinking in the next season and how to have a competitive squad. The left back position needs some reinforcement because Marcelo is the only player who can play in this position. David Alaba, the Bayern de Múnich player, is one of the targets of Real Madrid, according to Diario As. The 23 year-old-born player is one of the best fotoballers in this position and Los Blancos...

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Transfer News: 39-Goal Hitman Wants PL Move, Backed To Join Arsenal or Man Utd

The opening of the summer transfer window is fast approaching so we’ll bring you all the latest transfer rumours and gossip from around the globe. Today, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is being backed to move to the Premier League….   One of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s international team mates claims the Borussia Dortmund striker wants to move to the Premier League this summer and has backed him to join Arsenal, Manchester United...

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Benzema a realistic Red Devils target…

Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema joining Manchester United this summer is a “genuine possibility”, according to Bundesliga expert, Lee Price. The Red Devils have been aligned with the France international on multiple occasions over the course of the past few years, and reports have recently emerged suggesting that the striker is once again on the club’s radar. However, with Real being European champions and guaranteed to be challenging for silverware...

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TWO NEW AWAY FRIENDLIES FOR CITY INCL EXTRA GERMANY GAME

Cardiff City will play VfL Bochum while on tour in Germany and Forest Green away on Wednesday 13th July 2016 Cardiff City will play Bundesliga second division side VfL Bochum on Tuesday July 26th, ko 7pm (local time) while on tour in Germany. The match will be played at a neutral venue of Stadion am Schloss Strünkede, home of SC Westfalia Hern. The game comes on the final night of the tour with the squad returning to Cardiff the following day. Full pre season fixtures: Wed 13th July – Forest Green v Cardiff City – The New Lawn, 7:45pm. Sat...

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World class striker tipped to join Man United, but Arsenal could pounce

Karim Benzema to Manchester United is a “genuine possibility” this summer according to German football expert Lee Price, but if the French forward really is available then there’s no reason Arsene Wenger shouldn’t be able to bring him to Arsenal. Price insists that the move all hinges on Borussia Dortmund and their willingness to sell Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, but claims that the Gabon international is “incredibly likely” to join Real...

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Liverpool and Arsenal Target Stalls on new Borussia Dortmund deal

The agent of Armenian midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan has cooled down talks of the contract extension of his client, igniting rumors of his exit from the Signal Iduna Park in the coming months. After the departure of Club Captain Mats Hummels to fierce rivals Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund is eager to secure the long-term future of both Ilkay Gundogan and Henrikh Mkhitaryan. While the former is tipped for a summer move to Manchester City,...

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German star: This is why I want to play for Jurgen Klopp

LORIS KARIUS has hailed Jurgen Klopp as one of the greatest coaches in world football. ARRIVAL: Loris Karius will challenge Simon Mignolet for a starting role Karius, 22, will officially arrive from German outfit Mainz on July 1 after signing a five-year contract with the Reds. The German has already taken the No.1 shirt at Anfield and has made no secret of his desire to displace Simon Mignolet from the starting XI. Karius spoke with newspaper...

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Ozil in German squad for Euros as he reveals why he didn’t play v Slovakia

 Germany manager Joachim Low surprised no-one with the inclusion of Mesut Ozil in his squad for the Euros but he did offer a few other surprises. In a decision that not many can fathom, he has included Lukas Podolski and Bastian Schweinsteiger in the squad that will travel to France. Marco Reus will no doubt be devastated to miss out on yet another tournament after injury rules him out. In total, four players dropped out...

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Roma sign Germany international

Roma have announced they have exercised the right to sign the Antonio Rudiger on a permanent deal from Stuttgart. Rudiger, 23, spent the campaign on loan from the Bundesliga outfit and was a mainstay alongside Kostas Manolas at the heart of their defence. The Germany international’s performances convinced Roma to activate the €9m (£6.8m) clause in the loan agreement and he has put pen to paper on a four-year deal with the Giallorossi.   Of...

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5, 17, 587 – A season in numbers

  Zum Vergrößern aufs Symbol klicken The season finished a few days ago and most statisticians are giving their computers and themselves a short summer break. However, the past few days have seen all sorts of rankings and diagrams crop up. And they are of interest from a Leverkusen point of view. Here are the most important ones. A season review of a different kind – for anybody who knows where to start with numbers.5 – Hakan CalhanogluA ...

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Transfer and Barbecue Season – What does Arsene need to throw on the AFC Barbie to ensure a feast?

                                A feast in May 2017 As May comes to a close and June is in sight, the football world takes on a new form. No longer is it about 11 players giving there all on a football pitch to win, the football supporting masses redirect there attention to transfers. That’s...

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