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New twist in the battle for Gyökeres: 'Threats and blackmail don’t work on me'
Viktor Gyökeres, after scoring 54 goals this season, is at the center of a heated transfer battle. Sporting CP president Frederico Varandas rejects pressure, denies rumors of promises, and accuses the striker’s agent of manipulation, insisting the €100M clause must be met.
Memphis can still match Van Persie on another list as well
The Dutch national team continues its World Cup qualifying campaign on Tuesday evening with a match against Malta. Using a number of statistics, VI looks ahead to the international fixture at De Euroborg.
Bayern pays millions extra and heads to Club World Cup with new duo
Bayern Munich is one of the participants in the Club World Cup next week. Just six days before the start of the tournament, the Rekordmeister has quickly added two more players to the squad. Jonathan Tah and Tom Bischof are eligible to play in the United States.
More medals than matches: Man City bids farewell to role model
Manchester City is parting ways with Scott Carson after six years. The contract of the 39-year-old goalkeeper will not be extended, the club announced through its official channels.
Napoli going all-in for Beukema: defender awaits green light from Bologna
Sam Beukema could be set for a particularly impressive transfer. The 26-year-old central defender is attracting more than just concrete interest from Napoli, with the Italian club looking to bring in the Dutchman at the request of head coach Antonio Conte. A long-term contract is already prepared for him in Naples.
Abramovich has a desire to return to Chelsea one more time
Roman Abramovich dreams of one day returning to Stamford Bridge. The 58-year-old extremely wealthy Russian has not yet said goodbye to the club since stepping down as Chelsea's majority shareholder.
Relegated Sampdoria gets chance at miraculous escape
Sampdoria indeed gets the chance at a miraculous escape. The club had initially been relegated to Serie C, but a late points deduction for Brescia means that Sampdoria can still stay up through a decisive two-legged playoff against Salernitana.
Huijsen at presentation: 'Real Madrid is the club of my life'
Dean Huijsen has called Real Madrid the club of his life. The young defender was presented on Tuesday by Los Blancos, revealed he has already spoken with the new coach Xabi Alonso, and shared that he was congratulated on his move by a Real legend who also happens to be his idol.
Man City strikes again: French super talent Cherki strengthens Guardiola's squad
Manchester City has struck again in the transfer market. Rayan Cherki is, after Rayan Aït-Nouri and Marcus Bettinelli, the third signing for the Citizens. Tijjani Reijnders is also expected to be unveiled on Tuesday, allowing him to participate in the Club World Cup.
The stats: goal machine Ronaldo and finals go hand in hand
Cristiano Ronaldo not only won the Nations League with Portugal on Sunday, but also played a key role in the final against Spain by scoring a goal. The 40-year-old goal machine has now scored in the final of eleven different competitions and tournaments.