Daily Archives: June 24, 2019

Dani Alves pushes for Barcelona return after leaving PSG

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Reports in Spain claim that former Barcelona defender Dani Alves has offered himself back to the club once he leaves Paris Saint-Germain this summer, say reports.

Alves, who is currently away on international duty with Brazil, will formally leave the Parisian club on June 30 when his contract in Paris expires.

Diario Sport lead their coverage on Monday with a report taken from Catalan radio station RAC1 that the full-back has informed the Blaugrana of his intentions.

The Catalan giants may be looking to strengthen in that position this summer as they only have one natural right-back in their squad: Nelson Semedo, report Football Espana.

However, the Portuguese defender himself has been linked with a move away this summer as he is not a regular in the side ahead of Sergi Roberto – a natural midfielder – in the position.

Alves, 36, played 391 games (netting 21 goals and providing 103 assists) with Barça between 2008 and 2016, after he joined the club from Sevilla.

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OFFICIAL: Newcastle confirm Rafael Benitez departure

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Premier League club Newcastle have confirmed Rafael Benitez will leave the when his contract expires on June 30.

The 59-year-old had been in talks with club bosses over a new deal for months but they have failed to reach an agreement.

Newcastle managing director Lee Charnley was tasked by owner Mike Ashley to lead negotiations with Benitez, who also turned down a new deal last summer, reports Sky Sports.

The announcement of the Spaniard’s departure is contained in a statement on Monday, which read: “It is with disappointment that we announce manager Rafael Benitez will leave Newcastle United upon the expiry of his contract on 30th June 2019.

“We have worked hard to extend Rafa’s contract over a significant period of time, however it has not been – and will not be – possible to reach an agreement with Rafa and his representatives.

“Rafa’s coaching staff, Paco de Miguel Moreno, Antonio Gomez Perez and Mikel Antia, will also leave the club on 30th June.

“We would like to thank Rafa and his coaching team for their efforts over the last three years and their significant contribution to what has been collectively achieved.

“We would also like to thank our supporters, players and staff for their patience during a period of uncertainty. The process to appoint a successor will now begin.”

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Callum Hudson-Odoi hands Chelsea boost, starts training drills (WATCH VIDEO CLIP HERE)

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Chelsea youngster Callum Hudson-Odoi has given Chelsea boost after completing training drills during his comeback from injury.

The teenager ruptured his Achilles during April’s 2-2 draw against Burnley but looks set to be available for the start of the season on August 11, when they travel to Manchester United.

After making 24 appearances and scoring five goals under Maurizio Sarri last season, Hudson-Odoi will be hoping to continue his progress over the next campaign, report the Daily Mail.

On the post, Hudson-Odoi wrote: ‘Recovery is going well, I hope to be soon be back on the pitch, let’s go!!’

The departure of Eden Hazard to Real Madrid this summer is set to grant Hudson-Odoi plenty more opportunities in the coming season.

A new, long-term contract is also on the horizon to ward off long-held interest from Bayern Munich in signing the youngster.

He will also be looking to build on the two senior international caps he earned in March to cap a meteoric rise to the top.

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Manchester United legend says Chelsea need Frank Lampard

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Rio Ferdinand has claimed Chelsea “need” Frank Lampard and has urged his former teammate to take the job at his old club.

Lampard has been touted as the likely successor to Maurizio Sarri, after the Italian swapped life at Stamford Bridge to take over the reins at Juventus .

The Derby boss has been linked with the role after steering the Rams to the play-off final in his first season as a manager.

Ferdinand has thrown his support behind the ex-England midfielder, and thinks it’s the right move for both parties, reports the Mirror.

Speaking on former Blue’s legend Didier Drogba’s Instagram post, Ferdinand said: “Frank, take the job man. Take it. Chelsea need you.”