Di Maria: I didn't want to leave Real Madrid

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Angel Di Maria has revealed after completing his move to Manchester United that he did not want to leave Real Madrid and blamed his departure on the Spanish club's board. The Argentina international completed a British record €84 million transfer to Old Trafford on Thursday and immediately expressed his joy at joining "one of the biggest clubs in the world". However, Di Maria has now admitted in an open letter that he wanted to stay at Madrid and is bitterly upset that he was made out to have been holding the club to ransom over his demands for a new contract. "My cycle at Real Madrid has come to an end," the winger wrote in a letter published by Marca. "It's impossible to capture everything I've experienced here in a few lines, but I hope this letter communicates what I feel at the moment. "I had the honour to wear this shirt for four years and I feel nothing but pride for what I went through and achieved with my team-mates."

Moses in line for Stoke debut – Hughes

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Victor Moses is primed to make his Stoke City debut in Wednesday's League Cup clash with Portsmouth. The Nigeria international has yet to feature for the Potters since joining on loan from Chelsea but the 23-year-old will get the chance to press his claims for a first-team place in the second-round clash at the Britannia Stadium. And manager Mark Hughes has challenged Moses, who spent last season on loan at Liverpool, to make the most of the opportunity against the League Two side. "[Moses] will start the game for us," the Stoke boss told the press on Tuesday. "It is important for him to get the shirt on and get out there because he hasn't had as much game time as he would have liked over the past 12 months. "He is a very good footballer and somebody that we are very happy to have here."

Ogbonna can leave Juventus - but only for €15m

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Fabio Paratici has admitted that Juventus would be willing to sell Angelo Ogbonna - but for no less than €15 million. The Italy international has struggled to nail down a regular berth in the Bianconeri line-up since joining frmo city rivals Torino in 2013 and has been linked with a move to Sevilla in recent weeks. Paratici, though, says that they have received no offers for Ogbonna and declared that the versatile centre-half will only be allowed to leave if a club meets their non-negotiable asking price. "We have never thought about giving Ogbonna up [to someone] on loan and we have never taken the idea of releasing him into consideration," the Juve sporting director told Estadio Deportivo. "If someone wants him, they will have to present us with an offer of €15 million. [But] Sevilla have never called us. We have not had any contact [from anyone] in relation to the player."

Di Maria will need time to settle at Manchester United, warns Van Gaal

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal warns that Angel Di Maria will need time to adapt to the Premier League and will not be able to solve the club's problems overnight. The Argentina international sealed a British-record €84 million transfer to Old Trafford on Tuesday, shortly before the Red Devils were thumped 4-0 in the League Cup by third-tier MK Dons. The Dutchman told Sky Sports after the match: "[Di Maria] shall contribute very much in our way of playing. He is also a creative player. I can change the system with Di Maria because he can also play on the wing and in midfield. "I think that he can contribute and that's very important but we don't have to expect that from tomorrow. "He has to adapt to the culture of England and the Premier League and to the philosophy of Manchester United."

Van Gaal defiant after MK Dons debacle: I regret nothing

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal said he had no tactical or selection regrets after Tuesday's humiliating League Cup exit at the hands of MK Dons. The Red Devils were routed 4-0 by their League Two opponents, with Will Grigg and Arsenal loanee Benik Afobe each bagging a double on a sorry night for the visitors' Dutch coach, who remains without a win after his first three games in the hotseat. However, Van Gaal made no apologies for the embarrassing loss, defiantly insisting that he was right to pick a team full of youngsters and fringe players. "I have no regrets," he told Sky Sports. "We have to analyse the problem and you have to change your methods. We have done that and I think our methods were good. "It is very difficult to come back from 2-0. [In the] second half we created chances but didn't have luck to score – but we created a lot of chances."

Barcelona confirm Douglas deal

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Barcelona have agreed a transfer fee with Sao Paulo for Douglas that could rise to €5.5 million. The Brazilian club announced last week that the right-back was bound for Camp Nou and the Blaugrana have now confirmed the 24-year-old's imminent arrival in Catalunya. "FC Barcelona and Sao Paulo FC have reached an agreement in principle for the transfer of the player Douglas Pereira," read a statement on the Liga side's official website. "The cost of operation is €4 million plus €1.5m in variables that are dependent upon games played. "Douglas will travel to Barcelona later this week to undergo a medical. He will sign a contract with FC Barcelona for the next five seasons."

Gomez: I will win back Germany place

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Fiorentina forward Mario Gomez has vowed to win back his place in the Germany squad this season. The former Bayern Munich striker suffered two serious injuries last season and even though he managed to return to action before the conclusion of the 2013-14 campaign, Joachim Low left the 29-year-old out of his squad for this summer's World Cup. Gomez has already previously admitted that it was tough watching his country triumph in Brazil without him but he insists that all he is thinking about now is forcing his way back into the Germany squad ahead of Euro 2016. "Of course, I would like to return to the national team again - and I will," the Viola attacker told Sport Bild Plus.

Marchisio: Conte exit in everybody's best interest

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Claudio Marchisio believes Antonio Conte's decision to step down as Juventus coach was in everybody's best interests. The successful coach stepped down earlier this summer over a dispute about the Serie A champions' transfer policy, despite signing a one year contract extension months before, having guided the club to a third consecutive league title. And Marchisio feels the current Italy boss made the right call as he no longer felt committed to the cause. "I respect Conte's choice. He explained to me why he left, but that stays between the two of us," Marchisio told Tuttosport. "He tried to keep going at the start of the season because he's a Juventino, but he then realised that it was in everybody's best interest to go separate ways."

Supercopa efforts cost Atletico, says Simeone

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Diego Simeone believes Atletico Madrid's Supercopa de Espana efforts cost them against Rayo Vallecano as they were held to a scoreless draw in their Liga opener, while stressing that his suspension didn't play a role in Monday's result. The reigning Spanish champions took on arch-rivals Real Madrid twice within the space of four days last week and Simeone feels fatigue was the main reason for his side's draw against Rayo. "We came from playing against Real Madrid on Tuesday and Friday and the effort from these days could be felt in the second half," Simeone told reporters. "Being so high up you couldn't see it as well, but I don't think that having me on the field would've improved anything."

New youngsters will adapt, says Rodgers

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers expects his new youngsters to adapt quickly to life at Anfield. Rodgers handed Premier League debuts to 22-year-old left-back Alberto Moreno and 20-year-old winger Lazar Markovic in Liverpool's 3-1 defeat at Manchester City on Monday. Speaking after Monday's game, Rodgers noted that, while it will take some time for the likes of Moreno and Markovic to acclimatise to English football, he expects them to do so sooner rather than later. "For the younger players we've brought in, there is a period of adaption," he explained. "We've still got the core of our squad from last season, and the players that have come in will have the opportunity to develop and adapt."

Bayern should sign Benatia, says Hitzfeld

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Former Bayern Munich coach Ottmar Hitzfeld has urged the Bundesliga champions to sign Mehdi Benatia from Roma, saying the centre-back would prove to be a valuable addition. The Bavarians are in the market for defensive reinforcements following Javi Martinez's serious knee injury, which rules him out of action until at least the new year, and have been linked with a number of centre-backs in recent weeks. Benatia supposedly tops their wish-list, though, and Hitzfeld has told Bayern to act now before it's too late. "Benatia is the captain of Morocco's national team and he has a lot of quality," Hitzfeld told Sky90. "In the end, it's all about whether he can help Bayern forward. "Bayern need quality and should act now."

Atletico will appeal Simeone ban, insists Cerezo

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has insisted that the Liga champions will file an appeal against Diego Simeone's eight-game ban. The coach was hit with a heavy suspension following his conduct during the Supercopa de Espana clash with Real Madrid. "There is a committee that has issued a verdict and there is not much more to say on the suspension," Cerezo told Canal Plus. "We will now have to wait and see how the appeal pans out. We will appeal the ban because that's common sense." Meanwhile, Simeone himself has remained calm under the severity of his ban. "My suspension? Very good... I am not going to make any judgement. I respect the people who have made this decision."

Jermaine Jones joins New England Revolution

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - United States international Jermaine Jones has joined New England Revolution. The 32-year-old midfielder had been a free agent, having parted company with Besiktas at the end of last season, and admitted during this summer's World Cup that he had his heart set on a move to Major League Soccer. Chicago Fire had also been hoping to sign Jones but the Revs have won out in a blind draw. "As a designated player of a certain threshold, Jones was not subject to allocation ranking for dispersal to an MLS team," the New England outfit explained in a club statement on Sunday. "The Revolution and Chicago Fire expressed an interest in Jones, and had the available salary budget and a designated player slot to accommodate him. "However, following a blind draw between the two clubs, Jones was assigned to the Revolution."

Wenger: Giroud can score 25 goals for Arsenal this season

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Arsene Wenger insists Olivier Giroud is improving every season he is at Arsenal and believes he could score 25 goals this term. The France international came off the bench to bag a late equaliser against Everton on Saturday, with the Gunners fighting back from 2-0 down at Goodison Park to draw 2-2. And Wenger has now lavished praise on the striker, claiming he can beat his tally of 16 goals from last season. "He scored 16 [in the Premier League last year] and he's very convincing," Wenger told the club’s official website. "You never have to set any limitations for any player. For me, he's improving every year and don't rule it out that he scores 25."

Barcelona committed some irregularities, admits Bartomeu

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu has admitted that the Catalans have been guilty of certain irregularities on the transfer market in relation to the signing of minors, but feels Fifa's sanctions are too harsh as Barca "respected the spirit of the regulations". The Camp Nou outfit are banned from signing any new players for two consecutive transfer windows - starting in January 2015 - after they were found guilty of a breach of the regulations concerning the signing of players under 18, but they have filed an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in an attempt to have their punishment revised. Bartomeu admitted to wrongdoing on the club's part and insists the penalty is too harsh. "We were aware that Fifa would ratify its sanction. In the past we have committed certain irregularities, but always respected the spirit of the regulation," Bartomeu was quoted as saying on the club's official website. "We knew that we’d end up going to the CAS, and now that time has come. We've opted to go to CAS because we feel the punishment is disproportionate."

Ribery nearing Bayern comeback

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Bayern Munich attacker Franck Ribery has stressed that he is on his way back after a knee injury and is confident that he will soon be fully match fit again. The ex-France international missed the 2014 World Cup due to a back injury, only to then pick up a knee problem after making his comeback in pre-season. Ribery consequently missed Bayern's 2-1 Bundesliga win over Wolfsburg on Friday, but he is hopeful of making the Bavarians' second home game of the season in two weeks' time. "I am feeling pretty good, but I still feel a bit of pain in my knee. Things are a lot better than 10 days ago, though," Ribery told Bild. "I hope to be 100 per cent match fit again after the international break. I might miss two games now, but I hope to be fit for the remainder of the season. That's my objective."

Reus will play for Dortmund for a long time, says Klop

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp is confident that the Bundesliga giants will be able to hold on to Marco Reus amid interest from Bayern Munich and Barcelona. The Germany international has a contract with BVB until the summer of 2017, but he has a clause in his existing deal that allows him to leave the club for a set fee of €35 million at the end of the 2014-15 campaign. Dortmund are keen for Reus to sign a new and improved deal without a buyout clause, but talks over a contract extension have so far been unfruitful. Nevertheless, Klopp remains optimistic over the 25-year-old's future at the club. "I have a very good feeling about the Marco Reus situation," Klopp was quoted as saying by Bild. "He will continue to play for Dortmund for a long time."

'There is still time for a move' - Cuadrado open to Fiorentina exit

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Juan Cuadrado has refused to rule out the possibility of leaving Fiorentina this summer. The attacker has been the subject of a lot of speculation this summer and earlier in the transfer window it was revealed the Manchester United had held talks with the Viola over signing the Colombia international and were confident of beating rival suitors Barcelona to an agreement worth up to €44 million. Last week Fiorentina boss Vincenzo Montella insisted he has never contemplated losing Cuadrado this summer, telling La Nazione: "He’s been here in the past, he is here now and he will be here in the future." But the player himself does not appear so confident of staying, though he admits any decision rests on Fiorentina reaching an agreement with an interested club. When asked about the possibility of a transfer on the beach in Versilia, he replied: "My future does not depend on me, there is still time until the market closes, no? I don't know..."

Khedira Mengisaratkan Dirinya Akan Hengkang Dari Real Madrid

Berita Olah Raga Terbaru dan terkini dari Agen Cityholidaybet – Gelandang Real Madrid Sami Khedira dirinya mengisaratkan akan pergi meninggalkan klubnya tersebut di bursa transfer musim panas ini. Eks pemain Stuttgard tersebut belakangan ini di kabarkan akan hengkang meninggalkan Madrid setelah dirinya di rumorkan enggan memperpanjang kontraknya tersebut bersama Los Balancos walaupun dirinya menyisakan satu tahun kontrak lagi bersama klubnya tersebut. Gelandang asal Jerman tersebut yang saat ini berusia 27 tahun mengakui dirinya semakin berada dekat di pintu keluar Satiago Bernabeu.” Saat ini, Saya sedikit terpinggirkan dari Real Madrid. Apapun bisa terjadi sebelum 31 Agustus,” ujarnya seperti dikutip dari Bild.

Di Maria Cocok 100% Untuk United Ungkap Gary Neville

Berita Olah Raga Terbaru dan terkini dari Agen Cityholidaybet – Rumor yang mengabarkan akan berlabuhnya Angel Di Maria ke Manchester United mendapat spekulasi positif oleh salah satu legenda hidup Manchester United Gary Neville. Menurut Neville sendiri dirinya merespon positif akan rumor teresbut, bahwa menurutnya pemain asal Argentina tersebut sangatlah cocok 100% untuk Manchester United. “Saya tahu ini masih dini dan sifatnya spekulasi, tapi Di Maria 100 persen cocok untuk United,” kicau mantan bek kanan Inggris itu di Twitter. dan rumornya jika kabar ini menjadi kenyataan Di Maria di rencanakan akan mengenakan kostum bernomor punggung tujuh di Old Trafford.

Kameni Memilih Bertahan Bersama Malaga

Berita Olah Raga Terbaru dan terkini dari Agen Cityholidaybet – Carlos Kameni penjaga gawang Malaga kini telah memperbaharui perpanjangan kontraknya dengan pihak klubnya tersebut. Kameni yang saat ini berumur 30 tahun bergabung bersama Malaga pada tahun 2012 lalu, walaupun di awal musimnya sempat menjadi kiper kedua di belakang Willy Cabellero. Dan kini atas hasil dedikasi baiknya terhadap klub, Malaga sendiri sepakat untuk memperpanjang kontrak baru bersama kipernya tersebut dengan durasi kontrak hingga 2018 ke depan.

Barcelona Sudah Siap Secara Mental Untuk Menghadapi Musim Kompetisi Tahun Ini

Berita Olah Raga Terbaru dan terkini dari Agen Cityholidaybet – Luis Enrique pelatih Barcelona dirinya menyatakan bahwa timnya saat ini dalam keadaan siap mental dalam menghadapi awal kompetisi musim kompetisi 2014/2015. “Ini telah menjadi pekan yang luar biasa dalam hal kedinamisan tim dan kami akan menjalani pertandingan dengan suasana gembira yang sama seperti saat sebelum ajang Gamper,” ungkap Enrique. “Kami memiliki harapan tinggi untuk masa depan, tetapi kami lebih khawatir dengan saat ini, dan itu berarti pertandingan melawan Elche. ‘Kami, secara mental sudah siap untuk ini dan kami ingin mengawali liga musim ini dengan kemenangan.”

Valencia Tim Yang Lebih Baik Dari Sevilla Ungkap Unai Emery

Berita Olah Raga Terbaru dan terkini dari Agen Cityholidaybet – Unai Emery pelatih Sevilla dirinya mengakui bahwa Valencia lebih baik dari timnya. Seperti diketahui Lucas Orban berhasil melesatkan gol penyama kedudukan, saat kedua tim bertemu dan memberikan hasil akhir 1-1 sampai laga berakhir. “Setelah menganalisis pertandingan dengan kepala dingin, saya harus mengatakan bahwa mereka bermain lebih baik daripada kami beberapa kali,” ujar Emery. “Kami tidak berhasil bermain lebih baik dari mereka, untuk menggapai target kami. Kami beberapa kali lebih baik dengan dominan di lini tengah, tetapi kami gagal mencetak gol kedua.”

Tak Ada Pemain Yang Bisa Menggantikan Peran Xavi Hernandez Ungkap Rakitic

Berita Olah Raga Terbaru dan terkini dari Agen Cityholidaybet – Ivan Rakitic gelandang baru Barcelona, dirinya menyatakan bahwa peran gelandang andalan Barca Xavi Hernandez tak bisa tergantikan oleh pemain manapun bahkan oleh dirinya sekalipun. Seperti diketahui Rakitic adalah pemain yang baru di datangkan oleh Barca ke Camp Nou dari Sevilla pada musim panas ini, bahkan rakitic di gadang-gadang bakal menjadi suksesor Xavi Hernandez. “Senang mendengar orang-orang mengatakan bahwa saya adalah suksesor Xavi. Tapi saya adalah Rakitic. Tak ada orang yang bisa mengantikan pemain hebat seperti Xavi,” ujarnya kepada Sportske Novosti.

Galatasaray don't need 'luxury' Podolski – Aysal

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Galatasaray will not be making a bid for Arsenal striker Lukas Podolski, the Turkish giants' president has confirmed. Reports this week had suggested the Gunners were willing to sell the Germany international, who has failed to establish himself as a first-team regular since arriving at the Emirates Stadium in the summer of 2012. But while Galatasaray chief Unal Aysal admited he held talks with his manager Cesare Prandelli about Podolski, he revealed the Italian had urged him not to make a move for the 29-year-old. "I asked Cesare Prandelli if we should target Lukas Podolski," Aysal said. "Prandelli told us that Podolski would be a luxury transfer and that he isn't required."As a result we didn't pursue the matter further."

Di Maria better than Messi & Ronaldo, says Menotti

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Former Argentina coach Cesar Menotti has hit out at Real Madrid for their treatment of Angel Di Maria and believes the winger has been better than Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in 2014. Di Maria played a key role in Madrid's successful Champions League campaign last term, yet appears to be surplus to requirements following the arrival of James Rodriguez and Toni Kroos this summer. Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti revealed earlier this week that the former Benfica star has requested a transfer after turning down an offer to sign a contract extension at the Santiago Bernabeu and the 26-year-old is widely expected to leave the club before the end of the month, much to the surprise of Menotti. "I think Di Maria should be considered as the best player in Spain over the past few months, outshining even Messi," the 1978 World Cup winner wrote in his column for DPA Global Media Services.

Juventus must always fight for the title, says Pereyra

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Roberto Pereyra says that a club of Juventus' stature should always aim high and has thus set his sights on helping the club claim a fourth consecutive Serie A title. The Turin giants proved to be too strong for Roma and Napoli in 2013-14, claiming their third Scudetto in a row with a record points haul of 102, and summer signing Pereyra is keen for the Bianconeri continue their dominance this term. "Juventus must always be fighting to win the league and that’s precisely why we’re working so hard," the former Udinese man told Sky Sport. "We’re preparing ourselves to be ready and in form for the start of the campaign."

Howard to take USA sabbatical

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - United States goalkeeper Tim Howard has announced that he will take a sabbatical from international duty until September 2015. Howard, 35, has not retired from the national team but wants to take time off to be with his family as he enters the twilight of his career. The Everton keeper starred at this year's World Cup as the US reached the tournament's last 16, but feels his call to step away from the team and prioritise his family is the "right decision at the right time". "Having played overseas for the last 12 years and missing out on spending time with my family, making this commitment to my family is very important at this time," Howard said in a statement. "I am grateful for the willingness of both Jurgen Klinsmann and Everton manager Roberto Martinez to afford me the opportunity to spend time with my kids."

Liverpool offer Eto'o one-year deal

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Liverpool have made former Chelsea striker Samuel Eto'o a contract offer as they look to bring the player to Anfield. Liverpool, who are on the verge of signing Mario Balotelli from AC Milan, are also ready to push through a deal for Eto'o as Brendan Rodgers looks to bolster his attacking options before the close of the transfer window. Eto'o is a free agent after leaving Chelsea earlier this summer and has attracted the interest of a number of clubs in Europe, America and the Middle East. It is understood the Cameroon international's preference is to remain in England and the Premier League after enjoying his one season at Chelsea last term. Liverpool have offered Eto'o a one-year deal on €93,000 a week with performance-related bonuses with the option of another year if he impresses at Anfield.

Koeman confident Schneiderlin will stay at Southampton

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Southampton manager Ronald Koeman has reiterated that Morgan Schneiderlin will not be allowed to leave the club and is confident he will stay at St Mary's. Goal understands Tottenham are planning a €20m bid for the France international with manager Mauricio Pochettino determined to land his former players before the close of the transfer window. However, Koeman has reiterated his desire to keep Schneiderlin, following the departures of Luke Shaw, Adam Lallana, Calum Chambers, Rickie Lambert and Dejan Lovren, and praised his attitude. "No, for us that [situation] is away [gone]," he told reporters. "The rumours about him are away. He played a fantastic match against Liverpool [last Sunday] and how he has acted is fantastic. "It doesn't depend on offers. He will stay at Southampton."

Benitez: Higuain is angry

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Napoli boss Rafa Benitez said Gonzalo Higuain was "angry" in the dressing room after scoring the equaliser in the 1-1 draw with Athletic Bilbao. Iker Muniain put the La Liga side 1-0 up in the first leg of the Champions League third qualifying round tie, but the Argentine salvaged a draw with his 68th minute strike. The draw gives Athletic the advantage heading into the second leg at San Mames and Benitez revealed Higuain and the rest of the squad were disappointed with the result. He said: "Higuain is angry, like everyone, as we expected a tough game and to win it. At least it means he’ll put even more determination and anger into the second leg."

Swansea bid for Montpellier midfielder Stambouli accepted

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Swansea City have had a €5 million bid accepted by Montpellier for midfielder Benjamin Stambouli, Goal understands. Montpellier rate Stambouli highly, but the 23-year-old has just 12 months remaining on his current contract, forcing the French club to lower their valuation of the player. The Ligue 1 side have already sold Remy Cabella to Newcastle United this summer after the Tyneside club's lengthy pursuit of the midfielder, and could now also lose Stambouli. The versatile defensive midfielder, who can also play as a centre-back or right-back, has also attracted interest from Fiorentina, but Swansea are understood to have made a bigger offer than the Serie A outfit.

Ancelotti: Ronaldo to undergo tests

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has revealed Cristiano Ronaldo will undergo tests on an injury picked up in the 1-1 Supercopa de Espana first leg draw with Atletico Madrid. The Portugal star was anonymous for large periods of the first half and was withdrawn at half-time after complaining of pain in his left hamstring. Ancelotti said: "Cristiano felt some pain in his left hamstring and was not comfortable. We will do the tests tomorrow. At first it does not seem so serious.”

Wenger slams Ramsey red card

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has slammed the decision to send Aaron Ramsey off during the Gunners' 0-0 Champions League draw against Besiktas. The Wales international was dismissed in the 80th minute for picking up a second yellow card after tangling with Oguzhan Ozyakup and Wenger was furious with the decision after the game. "We could have won it but they had chances as well. In the end we didn't lose and hopefully we will make it at home," he told ITV. "Both yellow cards for Aaron Ramsey are unbelievable When you see the fouls they have made today it's not serious. Just not serious. "It was a game played with a frenetic pace. We didn't lose the game and hopefully we'll finish the job at home."

Wenger: Arsenal are not close to signing anyone

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Arsene Wenger claims Arsenal are not set to sign anyone in the coming days, following their 0-0 Champions League draw with Besiktas on Tuesday evening. The Gunners have spent over €62 million on Alexis Sanchez, Calum Chambers, David Ospina and Mathieu Debuchy this summer, but continue to be linked with the likes of Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira and Sporting Lisbon star William Carvalho. Yet Wenger has now revealed that the club are not actively attempting to finalise any deals. “Not at the moment, no,” he told the Gunners’ official website when asked if a transfer was close. “I have nothing special to add on that at the moment. Honestly, we are not close to signing anybody.”

Di Maria is Madrid's best player, says Simeone

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Atletico boss Diego Simeone says Angel Di Maria is Real Madrid's best player and believes the Argentine's introduction changed the first leg of the Spanish Supercopa on Tuesday night. Di Maria was left on the bench by Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti for the second time in a row this term, but came on for Luka Modric with 12 minutes remaining and immediately caused havoc in the visitors' defence. The 26-year-old winger, who is unsettled following the summer signing of James Rodriguez and may still leave the club this summer, was not directly involved as the Colombian opened the scoring but gave life to a previously sterile Madrid attack and the goal arrived just three minutes after his introduction. "The game changed with Di Maria," Simeone said afterwards. "It's logical - he's the best player they have." Asked if he really believes his compatriot to be Madrid's finest footballer, the Atleti coach added: "He's the player most likely to create openings in the opposition half."

Fabregas: Playing for Chelsea is 'so easy'

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas says playing for the Blues is "so easy" after making his Premier League debut for them in their win over Burnley at Turf Moor. The former Barcelona star was inspirational as Jose Mourinho's men recovered from falling behind to the Premier League new-boys with goals from Diego Costa, Andre Schurrle and Branislav Ivanovic enough for victory. Fabregas laid on Schurrle's strike with a glorious pass before delivering the corner for Ivanovic's goal and the €37.5 million [£30m] signing from the Catalan giants says he has adapted to life well at Stamford Bridge and is looking forward to a successful season with the Blues. "They've made it so easy for me. Everyone has welcomed me since day one, I've felt very comfortable with the staff, with all the players. We have a good connection so I'm expecting a really good year in front of us," he told Sky Sports.

Bielsa dismisses formation concerns

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Marseille coach Marcelo Bielsa has dismissed concerns surrounding his choice of formation after his team lost 2-0 to Montpellier on Sunday. After setting his team out in a 3-1-3-3 formation in Marseille's opening round 3-3 draw at Bastia in Ligue 1 last week, Bielsa switched to a more conventional 4-2-3-1 for their clash with Montpellier. While Bielsa admitted he still has work to do after just two competitive fixtures in charge of Marseille, the Argentine coach claimed his choice of formation "had no influence". "The result was not the one we wanted but the game leaves much for us to work on," he said. "I believe the formation had no influence. The centre-backs worked well but there were difficulties out wide [in defence]."

Mourinho: I hope Cech doesn't leave Chelsea

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Jose Mourinho insists he is keen to keep Petr Cech at Chelsea, despite selecting Thibaut Courtois to start their Premier League opener against Burnley. Cech has been linked with a number of clubs, including PSG and Real Madrid, following Courtois' return from three consecutive loan spells at Atletico Madrid and Goal understands Chelsea are ready to listen to offers for the 32-year-old. Nevertheless, Mourinho claims he is keen to keep the shot-stopper at Stamford Bridge, though he hinted he would not stand in Cech's way if a bid was made by an opposition club. "I hope nobody comes and I hope, as I was saying, I can keep two of the three best goalkeepers in the world which would be absolutely fantastic," he told Sky Sports. "But I think the first respect is to say clearly that we want him to stay because we want to have two top goalkeepers, plus obviously Mark [Schwarzer] which [sic] is a great goalkeeper and a great guy."

Prandelli wishes new Italy boss Conte good luck

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Former Italy coach Cesare Prandelli has wished new Azzurri boss Antonio Conte well ahead of his time in charge of the national team. Prandelli resigned from the role following Italy's failure to qualify for the knockout stages of this summer’s World Cup in Brazil. The 56-year-old is now in charge at Turkish giants Galatasaray, with Conte his replacement after he resigned from his position as coach of Juventus in July. “I send my best wishes to Conte and I hope he gets the best results for the most important team in Italy, the national team,” Prandelli is quoted as saying by Tuttosport. “Antonio Conte begins his challenge tomorrow. As his predecessor, I wish him and his staff luck in their work and hope they get the best results on the pitch.”

Dudek: No space for Lopez at Madrid

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Former Real Madrid goalkeeper Jerzy Dudek says Diego Lopez left the club to join AC Milan because there was not sufficient space for him at the Bernabeu. The Spanish capital side signed Costa Rica World Cup hero Keylor Navas in the summer transfer window, leaving the ex-Sevilla shot-stopper to fight it out with Iker Casillas - an icon at the Bernabeu club - for the other goalkeeping slot. “It’s lucky for Madrid to have two such great goalkeepers,” Dudek, who spent four years with Real but mustered only two league appearances, was quoted as saying by AS. “Diego Lopez went to Milan because there is space for two good goalkeepers, but not three. “I think it’s very positive to rely on two goalkeepers of the high level. Keylor had a great World Cup and gained a lot of confidence. That is good for Madrid.”

Rojo confirms 'dream' Manchester United move

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Marcos Rojo says he has completed his move to Manchester United from Sporting, calling the chance to play for the Premier League outfit a "dream". Goal reported on Monday that the Red Devils had agreed a €20 million fee for the star with the Lisbon side, with winger Nani going in the other direction on a season-long loan, and according to Rojo, the deal is now done. "It feels like a dream, to be a Manchester United player," the defender told ARG Radio Continental. "Leaving Sporting wasn't easy." Rojo previously made headlines by going on strike before apologising to his team-mates and supporters for his 'unprofessional' conduct. The 24-year-old, who reached the World Cup final with Argentina this summer before his side eventually fell to Germany, can play as one of three centre-backs in a 3-5-2 or on the left side of defence.

Enrique keen to make more signings

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Luis Enrique has revealed he is keen to make more signings as he continues to rebuild Barcelona in his image. The former Celta boss has already bought six players since being named Gerardo Martino's replacement in May, with Thomas Vermaelan the latest acquisition after joining from Arsenal last week. And the spending is showing no signs of slowing, with Enrique admitting he is actively making moves for further reinforcements. He said: "I haven't ruled out further signings. Neither has the club. Not now and not in the future. We're always open to strengthening and improving the squad." On Friday Gerard Deulofeu's season-long loan move to Sevilla was confirmed and Enrique was keen to explain his thinking behind allowing the forward to spend a second consecutive campaign elsewhere.

Sevilla agree Banega fee

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Sevilla have reached an agreement with La Liga rivals Valencia for the signing of Argentina international Ever Banega. The 26-year-old playmaker has been at the Mestalla since 2008 but spent last term on loan at Newell's Old Boys in his homeland, featuring 20 times in all competitions and scoring once. Banega, who also spent a season on loan at Atletico Madrid during his time with Valencia, will move to Sevilla provided he passes a medical and agrees personal terms. "Ever Banega can become a new player of Sevilla FC if he passes the medical tests in the next few hours and the documents are signed," read a statement on Sevilla's website. "Sevilla FC and Valencia reached an agreement in principle for the transfer of the Argentinian midfielder on Sunday afternoon."

Blind quiet on Manchester United transfer speculation

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Ajax left-back Daley Blind insists he has heard nothing of rumours liking him with a potential switch to Manchester United this summer. United are pressing ahead with plans to sign Blind and Fiorentina star Juan Cuadrado as Louis van Gaal looks to bolster his injury-hit squad. Louis van Gaal is keen to be reunited with the 24-year-old after he played a starring role in the Netherlands' run to the semi-finals of the World Cup in Brazil. Last week Blind told Goal he would find it hard to turn down United if they were to make an approach, but was silent on his future following Ajax's 3-1 Eredivisie win at AZ on Sunday. "I have nothing to report," Blind told Voetbal Primeur. "I'm happy here."

Monaco thrashed by Bordeaux

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Leandro Jardim and Marcelo Bielsa are both still looking for their maiden Ligue 1 wins after Monaco and Marseille lost on Sunday. Jardim replaced Claudio Ranieri at Monaco in June after an eye-catching spell in charge of Sporting in Portugal, but his reign at Stade Louis II has got off to an underwhelming start. Monaco were beaten by 2-1 at home by Lorient in their curtain-raiser last week - and things got even worse at Bordeaux on Sunday. Despite taking the lead through Dimitar Berbatov just before the break, Jardim's side were beaten 4-1 at Stade Jacques Chaban-Delmas. Diego Rolan netted twice and a pair of penalties - one each from Emiliano Sala and Wahbi Khazri - consigned last season's Ligue 1 runners-up to a second defeat in a row, and lifted Bordeaux to joint top of the table.

Jardim blames referee for Monaco defeat

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Monaco boss Leonardo Jardim blamed the referee for his side's 4-1 thrashing at the hands of Bordeaux. In this encounter Monaco took the lead through Dimitar Berbatov but then crumbled as goals from Diego Rolan (2), Emiliano Sala and Wahbi Khazri completed a stunning turn around. Two of those four goals came from the penalty spot and Jardim said the decision of referee Tony Chapron to award the spot-kicks cost his side the game. "We had a game with two very different halves, a good half of Monaco where we were very well organised and a second half in which the adversary has come back and equalised quickly," he said. "Then we had two refereeing errors that sealed the match and after that there's been no game. We must continue to work - we will continue to believe in these players. "I have certainty that their game will get better and also certainty that there will be more mistakes. The French referees are good but there will be more mistakes in the future."

United target Rojo apologises for 'unprofessional' behaviour at Sporting

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Manchester United target Marcos Rojo has apologised to Sporting following his "unprofessional" fallout with the club. Louis van Gaal launched a €20 million [£16m] bid for the Argentina defender earlier this week, but saw their approach rejected by the Portuguese outfit. That prompted Rojo to reportedly miss training on Wednesday in a bid to force the move, but 24-year-old has now apologised for his actions and admitted to acting rashly following the failed bid. "It was all a misunderstanding, I was a hothead. I'm sorry for what happened because I feel that I was unprofessional," he told the club's official TV station. "Now I will try to correct the situation. "Yes, obviously [I trust the club]. The club trusted me when my career wasn't at its best. They gave me an opportunity to play for a top team in Europe. So I thank Sporting and the people who work here."

Scholes: Big improvements are needed at United

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Paul Scholes has insisted Manchester United need to make big improvements if they are to qualify for the Champions League. The Old Trafford outfit made a poor start to the new Premier League season on Saturday as goals from Ki Sung-yueng and Gylfi Sigurdsson gave Swansea City a surprise 2-1 away win. United's defensive frailties were evident during the match, but former midfielder Scholes felt the entire side struggled, particularly in midfield. "It wasn't good enough," Scholes told BT Sport. "When you miss the likes of [departed defensive trio Nemanja] Vidic, [Rio] Ferdinand and [Patrice] Evra…you saw defensively, they were inexperienced and just got caught too many times. "In the midfield area, the quality just wasn't there. When you've got strikers like [Wayne] Rooney and [Javier] Hernandez… there's nothing to feed off."

Brandao must be severely punished for Motta headbutt - PSG president

Agen Bola Terpercaya Cityholidaybet Reported - Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has called on Bastia player Brandao to be given a heavy punishment after he allegedly headbutted Thiago Motta after Saturday's game. Video footage emerged after the PSG's 2-0 win over Bastia which appeared to show Brandao walking over to Motta in the tunnel and thrusting his head towards his. And Al-Khelaifi has come out in criticism of Brandao, insisting the authorities have to punish him severely. "This is very serious," the president told reporters. "We cannot let this go. It gives a very bad image of football. "I hope the Bastia player who did it will be severely punished. A landmark decision needs to be made and a heavy penalty handed out. "Our role is to protect the players, and when Thiago Motta is attacked like this, we must act to counter that."