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Robert Lewandowski & Luis Suarez Think Contracts Only Work One Way
It’s funny how the world of soccer works. Loyalty is subjective, and even the meaning of contracts. In any way, the fact that Robert Lewandowski and Luis Suarez signed huge deals with Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool means nothing to the players when its time for them to bolt.
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Transfer Rumors 2013 – Manchester United Might Try & Sign Claudio Marchisio
Names of central midfielders Manchester United might be interested in keep popping around media outlets in Europe, with Claudio Marchisio of Juventus being the latest alleged candidate.
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Chelsea FC – David Luiz Shouldn’t Be in This Situation
For some reason, despite being one of the best centre backs in the world for the last couple of years and playing for Chelsea, one of the richest clubs in the world, something about David Luiz and his job security at his current role simply doesn’t add up.
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Liverpool FC – Iago Aspas Can Become a Starter Sooner Than Predicted
When Liverpool signed Iago Aspas this summer, it was quite questionable how quickly, if at all, the Spanish forward will find himself in the lineup. Closer and closer to the Premier League kick off, and things are looking better and brighter for him and his prospects.
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Real Madrid – Cristiano Ronaldo Should Thrive With a Little Less Attention
Quiet, relaxed summers are always a good ingredient for an even better season. While Cristiano Ronaldo has shown throughout his career and especially while playing for Real Madrid that he doesn’t mind having all the attention turned to him (and maybe even wants it that way), it’s hard to believe he’s suffering from seeing others taking center stage for once, even if it is a temporary thing.
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FC Barcelona – Lionel Messi & Neymar Still Haven’t Played Together
There wasn’t anything too special about the debut of Neymar for Barcelona, getting only 11 minutes that didn’t really amount to anything. Lionel Messi had a bit more time to show his skills and usual scoring ability, but to the disappointment of many, the two didn’t actually play together.
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Denver Nuggets – Lionel Messi Influences Nate Ronbinson Through Video Games
How important is the number on the jersey? Probably not so much, but it depends on the player. Nate Robinson, who has been a 2, 3, and 4 in his 8-year NBA career is now moving on to double digits and taking the no. 10 jersey due to his love for Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi, who Robinson feels great love for thanks to EA Sports’ FIFA video games.
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Real Madrid – Gareth Bale, For the Alleged Prices, Is a Terrible Signing
Some things don’t make sense, and one of them is Gareth Bale becoming the most expensive soccer player in the history of the sport if whatever it is the media is reporting that Real Madrid are willing to pay for him. Tottenham don’t want to sell? It doesn’t mean that the Spanish giants should break the bank for a player with one outstanding season in his career.
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Arsenal FC – Jack Wilshere Needs to Prove He’s Not Overrated
There are still those who are sure that Jack Wilshere is the savior of Arsenal & English football, but with every season and comeback attempt from injury that goes by, it’s getting clearer and clearer that the words ‘Don’t Believe the Hype’ might be fitting the central midfielder quite well.
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Liverpool FC – Simon Mignolet With a Chance to Prove He’s World Class
While Liverpool may not be in any European competition next season, the club still gets just as much attention as better teams in the Premier League or around Europe do, which puts Simon Mignolet in the spotlight for the first time in his career, with a chance to prove just how great he really is.