Benfica president Luis Filipe Vieira has said that the club are determined to resist the sale of Joao Felix during the forthcoming transfer window. The teenager is regarded as one of the country’s best youth talents and the Primeira Liga outfit are keen on warding off big-club interest ahead of the summer. Speaking to reporters, …
On-loan Benfica striker pleased with the proceedings at Wolverhampton Wanderers
Mexico international Raul Jimenez has expressed his delight with the way things have paved since his summer switch to Wolverhampton Wanderers from Benfica. The marksman only joined the Wolves on a season-long loan but he has given himself a strong chance of earning a permanent deal with a string of top-notch performances for the west …
Bernardo Silva speaks on Manchester City’s Champions League ambitions
Portugal international Bernardo Silva has said that Manchester City are aiming to make progress in the Champions League this season after being eliminated at the quarter-final stage last time around. The Citizens are presently regarded as the favourites to secure their maiden Champions League crown this term and they can take one step closer, should …
Portuguese star Pepe delighted after sealing Porto return
Portugal international Pepe has admitted that he is delighted after securing a return to the Primeira Liga with Porto. The central defender was previously with the Portuguese champions between 2004 and 2007 where he made 89 appearances, before securing a move to Real Madrid where he enjoyed the prime of his career. Speaking on the …
Manchester City’s Portuguese star admits title race is getting out of hands
Portugal international Bernardo Silva has acknowledged that Manchester City face a tough test of their title credentials after dropping costly points against Crystal Palace and Southampton during the festive period. The Citizens had been trailing Jurgen Klopp’s side by just the single point for the top spot but this deficit has been extended to seven …
Max Allegri insists Cristiano Ronaldo deserves the Ballon d’Or
Juventus manager Max Allegri has reiterated that Cristiano Ronaldo deserves the Ballon d’Or crown for the season just past. The Portuguese footballer has won the prestigious accolade on five different occasions over the past decade and he is now looking forward a record sixth individual title to get ahead of arch-rival Lionel Messi. However, many …
Keizer takes charge at Sporting Lisbon
Marcel Keizer has been roped in by Sporting Lisbon as their new head coach after Jose Peseiro was handed the axe the previous week in the aftermath of Lisbon’s defeat against Estoril. Estoril plays in division two of Portuguese Football and a defeat against them in the league Cup came as an embarrassment for Lisbon …
Bernardo Silva believes Manchester United face an uphill task in title pursuit
Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva believes Manchester United face an uphill task of competing for the Premier League title this season after their recent 3-1 derby defeat at the Etihad Stadium. The Red Devils have made a rather average start to the current campaign and the recent loss to their cross-town rivals sees them already …
Pep Guardiola impressed by Bernardo Silva’s progress at Manchester City
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has praised the progress made by Bernardo Silva since making the switch from AS Monaco in the summer of 2017. The Portugal international was in and out of the starting line-up under Guardiola during his maiden campaign last term but he has managed to command a more regular role this …
Jose Mourinho – Nuno has earned the right to manage in the Premier League
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has heaped praised on Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Nuno Espirito Santo and believes he has earned the right to manage in the Premier League after guiding the club to the division. Nuno had played under Mourinho during their time together at Porto during the early 2000s but the two will …
Everton sign Portuguese midfielder on a season-long loan
Everton have completed the signing of Andre Gomez on a season-long loan from Barcelona. The Portugal international has struggled to claim a regular starting role with the Blaugrana over the past couple of seasons and he has now been offered the chance to make an impression with Marco Silva’s side. Speaking to the club’s official …