Blaise Matuidi Is The Bargain Of The Summer

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Blaise Matuidi Is The Bargain Of The Summer

Transfer spending in Europe is out of control.  The fees paid for even the most marginal of players were astronomical this summer.  Manchester City broke the defender price scale.  Club and world record fees fell with great regularity.  But from the ashes of countless Euros, dollars, and pounds being lit on fire, Juventus emerges with… Continue reading Blaise Matuidi Is The Bargain Of The Summer

Where Could Cristiano Ronaldo Land?

Real Madrid is the first team to repeat in the Champions League era.  They won an unprecedented 12th crown with a second half decimation of Juventus.  It was their third title in four years.  Los Blancos were also able to hold off Barcelona for the La Liga title as well.  It’s been a banner year… Continue reading Where Could Cristiano Ronaldo Land?

Bayern Munich Need A Big Summer

Bayern Munich is unquestionably one of the biggest clubs in European football.  The Bavarian giants have dominated the German Bundesliga.  They get whatever German international they want when they want.  However, in recent years Bayern has struggled for success in Europe.  By struggle, of course, I mean that they’ve made three Champions League semi-finals and… Continue reading Bayern Munich Need A Big Summer

Manchester United Circling On Pogba

Manchester United has had quite the busy summer.  They began it with the appointment of Jose Mourinho as manager.  The Special One’s arrival wasn’t a surprise, but it was a clear statement regarding United’s recent struggles.  Mediocrity was no longer an option at Old Trafford.  The board followed up Mourinho’s hiring with several high profile… Continue reading Manchester United Circling On Pogba

Summer Transfer Window Is Wide Open

July 1st marks the start of free agency in the United States for the NBA and NHL.  In addition, baseball’s trade deadline is just a month away.  Across the pond, it marks the start of their own hectic player movement period.  The summer transfer window has opened across Europe and the moves have already started… Continue reading Summer Transfer Window Is Wide Open

January Transfers That Need To Happen

New Year’s Day is a two pronged celebration for football fans worldwide.  Not only is it the new year, it is the opening of the January transfer window.  While the majority of big transfer business is done in the summer, the January transfer window allows teams to address pressing needs as well as solidifying their squad… Continue reading January Transfers That Need To Happen