Chelsea explored a surprise move for Renato Sanches after their deadline-day midfield plans fell apart, but the Blues ultimately decided against signing the Portugal international. The 29-year-old became a free agent after leaving Paris Saint-Germain and briefly emerged as a possible solution following Enzo Fernandez’s £125m move to Manchester City. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add […] The post Chelsea considered move for Portuguese midfielder before trusting current options appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Manchester United reportedly look to have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Newcastle United left-back Lewis Hall as he’s expected to sign a new contract. The 22-year-old has shone for Newcastle and they’ll be delighted to keep hold of him as it now seems he’s ready to commit his future to the club. […] The post “Talks have accelerated” – Journalist provides update on Man United transfer target appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Ayyoub Bouaddi belied his age with a mature Champions League performance on his first Manchester City start to showcase why the club were so intent on signing the 18-year-old. Erling Haaland will take the plaudits for his two goals, but it was Bouaddi who caught the eye with a tidy and assured performance in the middle of the park, signalling early signs that Rodri may not be too sorely missed after his departure. "His age, his game – he looks absolutely born to do it," former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin said on BBC Radio 5 Live during the game.
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