Opinion – This veteran Englishman is inching closer to a return to the national side and here’s why

Why Jamie Vardy is capable of making a comeback for England Leicester City star Jamie Vardy has now scored in eight games consecutively and is nearing his milestone from the historic 2015/16 season when he scored in 11 consecutive matches. Since Brendan Rodgers’ appointment in February, Vardy has scored 24 goals – which is more …

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Man Utd would find a like-for-like replacement for Carrick by signing this 25-year-old La Liga dynamo

Manchester United have been long-term admirers of Saul Niguez (Getty Images)

Why Man United would be wise to sign Saul Niguez Manchester United are preparing to make a move for Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez in the January transfer window, as per the Sun. United have been heavily linked with a move for the Spain international, who has been a key part of Diego Simeone’s midfield …

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1.9 dribbles per 90 min – Stats show how this £30m Chelsea star has evolved under Lampard

Willian is one of the best wingers in the Premier League (Getty Images)

A look at how Lampard has worked wonders for Chelsea’s Willian Frank Lampard’s Chelsea have been all about giving youth a chance. Following their transfer ban, the former big-spenders have been forced to promote youngsters rather than splash the cash. Academy products Mason Mount, Tammy Abraham, Fikayo Tomori, Callum Hudson-Odoi and recently Reece James have …

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Tottenham allowing Mourinho to reunite with his former player would be a major step backwards

Why Tottenham should avoid signing Fellaini at all costs Jose Mourinho has contacted Marouane Fellaini in the hope of enticing the towering midfielder back to the Premier League with Tottenham Hotspur, according to Belgian newspaper La Derniere Heure (h/t The Metro). Fellaini was the first major signing of the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, joining for …

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Opinion – Chelsea’s transfer ban has been lifted but here’s why Lampard must stick to his young squad

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard (Getty Images)

Why Chelsea must retain faith in youngsters despite transfer ban lift Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has insisted that young talents like Tammy Abraham and Mason Mount are “here to stay”, despite their transfer ban being lifted (h/t Sky Sports).   Youngsters Mason Mount, Tammy Abraham, Reece James and Fikayo Tomori have all broken through this …

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Title defence over? – Here are 3 things going awfully wrong for Man City this season

Three things going awfully wrong for Manchester City this term When the referee blew the final whistle at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday to put an end to the 179th Manchester derby, Manchester City fans knew that their title defence was virtually over. A victory for Liverpool earlier in the day meant that once Pep …

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Man City can spark a revival in fortunes if Guardiola fixes these two key issues – Agreed?

Man City boss Pep Guardiola gives a thumbs up to one of his players. (Getty Images)

Two things Guardiola must do to revive Manchester City Two-time defending champions Manchester City have endured a lukewarm start to the ongoing Premier League term. To make matters worse, they recently slumped to a defeat against arch-rivals Manchester United, despite the fact that not a lot has gone right for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his …

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Opinion – Solskjaer is turning things around at Man Utd and this Glazers decision could work wonders

Why Solskjaer can spark a turnaround for Manchester United After a disappointing start to the ongoing Premier League campaign, Manchester United have shown promising signs in their last couple of top-flight games. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer handled the building pressure admirably while his team churned out two much-needed victories against Tottenham Hotspur and arch-rivals Manchester City. …

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Opinion – Leicester City tying down Rodgers to fresh terms is a clear signal of intent and here’s why

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers

Why Leicester City have done well by tying down Rodgers to fresh terms Appointed Leicester City’s first-team manager in February, Brendan Rodgers has enjoyed a hugely promising start to his Leicester career. The Foxes are currently second in the table after registering eight consecutive top-flight victories. The former Liverpool manager was on Arsenal’s shortlist after …

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PL 2019/20: The top-three Golden Boot favourites so far – including this £56m ace starring for London giants

Top 3 Golden Boot contenders in the Premier League so far The Premier League is bristling with attacking talents who are setting the top-flight alight as the campaign approaches Christmas. Last season’s Golden Boot award was split three ways by African trio Sadio Mane, Mohamed Salah and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. With 22 goals each, it was …

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Opinion – An analysis of how things unravelled and went wrong for Marco Silva at Everton

What went wrong for Marco Silva at Everton – An Analysis In June 2018, Everton welcomed two high-profile faces to Goodison. Marcel Brands was appointed as the new director of football. Shortly after, Marco Silva was brought in as the head coach of the club after sacking Sam Allardyce. Silva was somewhat successful at Hull …

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