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The pros and cons of Harry Kane as a Real Madrid transfer target
31May By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Features, LaLiga

The pros and cons of Harry Kane as a Real Madrid transfer target

Real Madrid need to sign a new striker this summer. The profile of striker they sign depends on what Karim Benzema decides to do with his future, but there are increasing signs that the legendary No. 9, who always said he would rather leave than take a spot in the team if he can no longer play at the elite level every week, is tempted by a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia. If Benzema leaves Madrid, Tottenham Hotspur superstar Harry Kane becomes an even more enticing option for the Merengues. Kane has been linked on and off again, but this summer feels like the right time for Kane to move after Spurs inexplicably wasted an incredible 30-goal season and did not even qualify for European football. Let's examine the pros and cons of Harry Kane as a Real Madrid transfer target in the sum...
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Why Real Madrid are interested in Joselu
29May By Amadis HaliNo Comments
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Why Real Madrid are interested in Joselu

Real Madrid have spent the better part of five years now attempting to fill a gaping hole in their squad. A player who can effectively fit the role of 'backup striker' has eluded them for over half a decade. The last player to deputize Karim Benzema well enough for some fans to call for the Frenchman to be benched was Álvaro Morata in the 2016/17 season. To put things into perspective, enough time has passed since then for Morata to have gone from cult hero to a top enemy of Madridistas due to his allegiance with Atlético Madrid. The struggle to fill the need Following Morata's departure, Real Madrid opted for the young Borja Mayoral to take over as the Benzema backup. The then-20-year-old however struggled to fill Morata's shoes with the same goalscoring prowess, and Real chose to re...
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Final 2022/23 Premier League Team of the Season
29May By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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Final 2022/23 Premier League Team of the Season

Now that the 2022/23 Premier League season has officially come to a conclusion, it's time to take one final look back at the season's top individual performers at every position. Here is the Premier League Team of the Season, utilizing a 3-5-2 formation that is highly attacking because the four players in the attacking midfield and at striker absolutely HAD to make a list like this. GK Bernd Leno, Fulham: Alisson and David Raya also merited consideration here, but Bernd Leno has to be the pick in goal for the 2022/23 Premier League Team of the Season. Leno was second behind Alisson in post-shot expected goals prevented per 90 at +0.26 to Alisson's +0.27. Meanwhile, he was second in save percentage at 77.2 compared to Raya's 77.4. Whichever way you spin it, Leno was the most consis...
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Final 2022/23 Bundesliga Team of the Season
28May By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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Final 2022/23 Bundesliga Team of the Season

Now that the 2022/23 Bundesliga season has come to a close, it's time to take back at this wonderfully wild season that gave us one of the all-time great Cinderella stories with Union Berlin qualifying for the 2023/24 Champions League. Let's take a look at the 2022/23 Bundesliga Team of the Season, which, yes, features an Union standout! GK Gregor Kobel, Borussia Dortmund The Bundesliga usually features a handful of top goalkeeping performances, with Yann Sommer having another strong campaign for both Borussia Mönchengladbach and eventual champions Bayern München. However, his countryman, Gregor Kobel, had an even stronger season despite being on the "wrong end" of the title race for Borussia Dortmund. That Dortmund made it to the final day of the title race against Bayern is parti...
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10 possible midfield transfer targets for Manchester United in summer 2023
27May By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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10 possible midfield transfer targets for Manchester United in summer 2023

Manchester United have secured a top-four finish in Erik ten Hag's first season as manager, but he knows as well as anyone that the Red Devils will need an injection of talent in the summer 2023 transfer window in order to truly compete at the top of the league table and in the Champions League. Last summer, United transformed their midfield defensively by signing Casemiro to help anchor the team defensively and add much-needed leadership. Acquiring Marcel Sabitzer on loan in the winter was another smart move. But for 2023/24, United need to invest in midfielders with the quality to play at the highest level in the immediate future and for the next several seasons. Here are 10 possible midfield transfer targets for Manchester United in the summer 2023 transfer window. Gabri Veiga...
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How good is Jude Bellingham? An analysis of his playing style, strengths, and weaknesses
27May By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Champions League, Features

How good is Jude Bellingham? An analysis of his playing style, strengths, and weaknesses

Jude Bellingham has been the most popular up-and-coming young midfielder in world football over the past couple of seasons, reaching star status almost immediately after signing with Borussia Dortmund. In the 2022/23 season, Bellingham took a huge step forward in his career as the clear leader and star player for BVB after Erling Haaland's departure to Manchester City. And at 19 years old with his all-around skill set, Bellingham is, in many ways, a more valuable commodity than Haaland Hence why he is reportedly on his way to Real Madrid for a transfer fee exceeding 100 million euros. Let's take a closer look at Jude Bellingham, analyzing his playing style, strengths, and weaknesses before evaluating his overall quality as a player. Playing Style Jude Bellingham is the protot...
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How good is Dušan Vlahović? An analysis of his playing style, strengths, and weaknesses
26May By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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How good is Dušan Vlahović? An analysis of his playing style, strengths, and weaknesses

Juventus striker Dušan Vlahović was one of the hottest names in European football a couple of seasons ago when he was banging home the goals with Fiorentina. While he did has shown moments of quality for Juve, particularly at the beginning of his tenure, the Serbian international is currently in a difficult moment under Max Allegri. As rumors regarding his future continue to swirl, Vlahović has been subject to heavy criticism from football fans around the world, with some even bluntly surmising that he was never all that good to begin with. Let's take a closer look at Dušan Vlahović as a player, analyzing his strengths and weaknesses, overall playing style, and drawing a final conclusion on his overall quality. Playing Style At Fiorentina, Dušan Vlahović was a goal-scorer's goal-sc...
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5 possible managers for Juventus to replace Max Allegri
25May By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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5 possible managers for Juventus to replace Max Allegri

Juventus manager Max Allegri has produced some of the most uninspiring, cowardly football Juventini have seen from the Italian giants over the years. Everyone knew Juve would be in for a bit of a transition after years of poor decisions on the transfer market, prioritizing "name" veterans over players who could help the team for the decade to come. However, it seems like Juventus have taken a step backward since returning to Allegri, who replaced Andrea Pirlo after the club's first season without a Scudetto. Allegri is on the hot seat, regardless of how expensive it would be to fire him. The latest embarrassment, a 4-1 loss to Empoli, has caused more uncertainty regarding the Italian manager's future, even though the board had seemingly backed him throughout the 2022/23 season. If Ju...
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The immortal legacy of Joaquín at Real Betis
25May By Joseph ZebedeeNo Comments
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The immortal legacy of Joaquín at Real Betis

The story of Joaquín is a perfect tonic for the ruthlessness of modern football. A Real Betis legend for these two stints separated by nine years, an old-school winger who rallied against the winds of change to keep playing in an era where he was unfashionable, and a beloved figure in Spanish football. This is the story of Joaquín, and the legacy he leaves the club. Early years To give him his full name Joaquín Sánchez Rodríguez was born in the Andalusian town of El Puerto de Santa María, a town known for producing fellow footballer José Manuel Pinto, but also comedians. Joaquín would be comfortable in the company of both as adoring fans would find out. Although he was from a town not far from Cádiz, Joaquín was a Bético, As are a lot of people in Andalusia. His youth career at Real B...
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Ranking the 10 best strikers on the 2023 summer transfer market
25May By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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Ranking the 10 best strikers on the 2023 summer transfer market

The 2022/23 league seasons are all rapidly coming to a close, so the discussions around European football are increasingly focused on the upcoming 2023 summer transfer window that opens up in a month. No position is more coveted on the open market than striker. Every top club needing a No. 9 is ready to pay a premium for the right player who can transform their domestic or Champions League title hopes. Let's rank the top 10 strikers who could be available on the 2023 summer transfer market, mixing established names with exciting up-and-coming stars. 10. Álvaro Morata, Atlético Madrid Álvaro Morata is one of the most underappreciated players in world football. The Atlético Madrid man is an excellent all-around player. There's a reason why so many acclaimed managers have coveted Mora...
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