Angers owner Saïd Chabane on Sunday evening confirmed the arrival of Gérard Baticle, who has been an assistant coach at Lyon for 10 years, as the club’s new manager starting next season. Baticle will have the unenviable task of replacing Stéphane Moulin, who bows out after 10 years at the helm of Le SCO this…
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Mauricio Pochettino wants to return to Tottenham
TF1 have confirmed English media reports that PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino wishes to return to Tottenham Hotspur this summer, unhappy with certain processes in the French capital. As a result, Pochettino has held conversations with Spurs chairman Daniel Levy about a move. At the moment, Les Parisiens do not wish to allow the Argentinian tactician…
Kylian Mbappé: “When I arrive in front of a goalkeeper, I am travelling at 37km/h to 38.5km/h.”
Speaking in an interview with France Football, Kylian Mbappé revealed that he has worked closely with Mauricio Pochettino to slow himself down at crucial moments when he is advancing towards goal. “With Pochettino, we have done a lot of work on that. I had to improve my finishing, by adapting my style. When I arrive…
Bordeaux midfielder Toma Basic agrees terms with Lazio
Foot Mercato report that Croatian midfielder Toma Basic has agreed personal terms with Serie A side Lazio ahead of a possible move. Click Here: Manchester United Jersey Sale The 24-year-old has been agitating for a move in recent weeks, with Bordeaux undergoing a takeover attempt by ex-Lille owner and Luxembourg businessman Gérard Lopez to save…
Marcelo Bielsa loses €18.6m case against Lille, can appeal
La Voix du Nord report that Argentinian and Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa has lost his case against Lille in the Labour Tribunal, where he was seeking €18.6m in damages for unfair dismissal. The court ruled that Bielsa did commit serious misconduct at Lille, for which he was fired for, and therefore had no grounds to…
Marseille boss Jorge Sampaoli has contacted Hatem Ben Arfa
Marseille manager Jorge Sampaoli has made contact with 34-year-old French free agent and attacking midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa about a possible summer move, but the coach will have to convince President Pablo Longoria to make the move, according to L’Équipe. Could Ben Arfa return to Marseille 10 years after leaving? According to Sampaoli’s entourage, an initial…
Wijnaldum explains why he chose PSG over Barcelona
In an interview with RMC, having arrived in Paris earlier this week, former Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum (30) elaborated on his decision to sign for PSG over Barcelona. Click Here: cheap penrith panthers jersey “It’s funny because, I must admit, that it was a very difficult choice. I’ve supported Barça since I was young, I’m…
Bosz intent on attacking football with Lyon
In a sizeable interview with L’Équipe, new Lyon coach Peter Bosz discussed his footballing ideals in detail. The Dutchman explained that discussions with OL were speedy and a deal was sorted within two days. “We talked a lot about how to play, what they wanted from me and what they thought. It all starts with a…
Official | Troyes sign former Liverpool left-back Larouci
Troyes have this morning announced the arrival of former Liverpool man Yasser Larouci, with the 20-year-old signing a five-year contract with the promoted side. The French-Algerian defender had left the Reds at the end of last season after four years at the club, which notably saw him make two FA Cup appearances and play a…
Official | Amiens sign Senegal striker Aliou Badji
Ligue 2 outfit Amiens have this afternoon announced the signing of Senegal youth international Aliou Badji, who joins on loan from Egyptian club Al Ahly. The former Rapid Vienna striker, who underwent a loan spell last season with Turkish club Ankaragücü, in loan out to the north of France on a deal which includes a…