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The Romelu Lukaku Ripple Effect

Manchester United continued their spending spree with the acquisition of Everton striker Romelu Lukaku. The 24-year-old Belgian Red Devil cost these Red Devils £75m with that fee potentially ballooning to nearly £90m in incentives. Last year’s second leading EPL scorer will be a more than adequate replacement for the departing Zlatan Ibrahimovic. But while replacing Ibra is… Continue reading The Romelu Lukaku Ripple Effect

Champions League Draw Leaves EPL Out In The Cold

The UEFA Champions League draw for the round of 16 was completed this morning. Coming into the proceedings, there were many questions as to the fate of England’s teams in the competition. After the draw, it can only be said that it will be a tough ask for the world’s most popular league to put… Continue reading Champions League Draw Leaves EPL Out In The Cold

Mourinho On Thinnest Ice After Bournemouth Loss

Defending Premier League champion Chelsea have been in a bad way since the start of the 2015-16 campaign. They are currently 14th in the table through 15 games. That is the worst showing for a reigning title holder in Premier League history. The latest setback, a 1-0 loss to promoted side Bournemouth, has left manager… Continue reading Mourinho On Thinnest Ice After Bournemouth Loss