Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger expects to have Danny Welbeck back in a month

Kampusbet -   Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger expects to have Danny Welbeck back in a month 

 

 

 

 

Judi Online -    Arsenal hope to have Danny Welbeck back in a month.

The 24-year-old England striker has been out since April after he bruised his left knee in training.

England manager Roy Hodgson has already been told that Welbeck will not be fit for the European Championship double-header against San Marino and Switzerland next month.

But he could return for Arsenal’s home game with Stoke on September 12 or the away game at Chelsea a week later.

Bandar Bola -  Welbeck resumed running last week and he will step up his rehabilitation this week. He will be assessed on a daily basis to ensure there is no reaction.

But if he continues to feel soreness around the joint, Arsenal may have to arrange for an exploratory operation to find a solution.

Arsenal reveal new 'cup kit' to be worn in Champions League

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Judi Online -   Arsenal have revealed a new kit for cup competitions ahead of their bow in the League Cup later this month.

The kit, which will also be worn for their Champions League campaign, is the same as that leaked on their own website just days ago.

It's not an unfamiliar colour combination for Gunners away kits - a dark blue number with white, gold and light blue stripes - but the description from the kit's manufacturer makes it all sound very grand.

"The new cup kit features a modern interpretation of a classic football sash, a diagonal stripe across the chest.

"PUMA’s new design however is modernised through the addition of more geometric stripes, chosen in the seasonal colours white, victory gold and capri breeze blue on an overall anthracite base."

Anthracite indeed.

Arsenal revealed their gold and navy blue away strip officially in Singapore, as they prepared for the new campaign with a pre-season tour to the Far East.

Bandar Bola -  An enthusiastic bunch of local supporters turned out in force to see their heroes in the new shirts, including new signing Petr Cech, Santi Cazorla and Mesut Ozil.

The shirt had been 'leaked' throughout the summer, and the images were, as it turned out, also legitimate.

It has a diamond pattern around the front and back with navy blue trim to accompany the solid gold shirt.

The goalkeeper kit is a darker offering, with two horizontal gold strikes across the top half of the shirt.

Their red home shirt is accompanied by the traditional white sleeves, with white shorts and socks.

The shirt also features red trimming down the sleeves, while the collar, which is buttoned, features a slight hint of gold.

It is the second Gunners' kit produced by Puma as part of their £30million-a-year deal, which began last year.

 

 

Stoke complete Xherdan Shaqiri transfer as Swiss winger arrives for club-record £12million

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Judi Online -    Stoke have completed the signing of Xherdan Shaqiri for a club-record £12million fee.

The Swiss international had been tipped to move to the Britannia from Inter Milan earlier this summer but the deal fell through after he failed to respond to the club's deadline.

Schalke and Everton were both keen on the ex-Bayern man but Stoke appeared to be in pole position when he was spotted in the stands during their defeat to Liverpool on Sunday.

And the Potters have now completed deal, smashing the previous transfer record of £10million, which they paid for Peter Crouch in 2011.

Shaqiri has penned a five-year deal with the club and could feature at Tottenham this weekend.

Bandar Bola -  Manager Mark Hughes said: “He’s a dynamic and explosive player who will bring something different to the group and at the age of 23 he still has a great deal of potential.

“In the chats I’ve had with him it’s obvious that he’s excited about playing in the Premier League and showing what he’s capable of.”

Chief Executive Tony Scholes added: “It’s no secret that we have been pursuing Xherdan for some time now and we are delighted to have finally secured his signature.

“Xherdan will be a fantastic addition to our squad and adds to the attacking options at the manager’s disposal."

Atletico Madrid defender Diego Godin 'rejects big-money offer to join Manchester City'

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Judi Online -   Manchester City appear to have missed out on signing Atletico Madrid defender Diego Godin.

The Uruguayan centre-half was a target for Manuel Pellegrini, as he looks to strengthen his rearguard before the transfer window slams shut.

City were reportedly willing to pay the €40million release clause in Godin's contract at the Calderon, and offer the stopper a whopping €6.5million a year, according to Spanish media outlet Marca.

However, Godin is set to snub the offer, and instead pen a new deal with Atletico, after the club agreed to hike his wages as a reward for his loyalty.

Bandar Bola -  The 29-year-old will still likely earn considerably less in the Spanish capital than he would at City, but is keen to remain with Diego Simeone and the Rojiblancos.

Godin has been the star turn in Atletico's defence over the past few seasons, playing a starring role in their La Liga triumph and Champions League final appearance in 2013/14.

He is set to sign the new contract in the coming days.

Trio of Manchester City stars struck down with sickness bug ahead of Premier League kick-off

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Judi Online -   Manchester City have been given a massive fitness scare on the eve of the new season, with THREE of their biggest stars all now doubtful for the big kick off.

Sergio Aguero, David Silva and Samir Nasri were all forced to miss the club's traditional season-opening fans' event in Manchester, after the talented trio were sent home from training with a stomach bug.

The virus swept through the City squad, and club doctors advised Aguero and co to stay away from their teammates to stop a wider spread, with the season about to kick off.

Aguero was due to collect two awards on a night designed to preview the new season for the fans, after being voted player of the year, and also picking up the EA sports performance.

Bandar Bola -   But he was laid low by the bug which now puts his participation in the opening game on Monday night in doubt.

Aguero sent a message to supporters via videolink, saying: "Sorry I can't be there. I don't feel well but I will be back soon."

Boss Manuel Pellegrini at least has two extra days to get the trio fit after City's game was put back for TV broadcast, but he will not rush them back for fear of infecting the rest of the squad.

The Manchester club visit West Brom in the opening round of fixtures, and now the City boss is facing a selection headache as he prepares for the new season.

New West Brom striker Rickie Lambert urged to be Saido Berahino's Yoda

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Judi Online -  Rickie Lambert expects to form a deadly strike partnership with West Brom ace Saido Berahino after being asked to mentor the starlet.

Albion hot-shot Berahino, 21, is in demand with Spurs and Man City eyeing him after scoring 20 goals last term despite off-the-field issues.

But Baggies boss Tony Pulis is desperate to keep the forward on a new improved contract.

Pulis is hoping experienced new forward Lambert will be a big influence on Berahino after snapping him up for £3million from Liverpool.

“In Saido, we have a wonderful talent,” said Pulis. “We hope the way Rickie conducts himself and how he acts will be good for him and our other young players. You cannot have enough role models.”

Lambert, who has signed a two-year deal at Albion, has trained with Berahino previously on England duty.

And the Scouser believes they will form a lethal strike duo after being impressed with Berahino.

Lambert responded: “Definitely, he is a very sharp player, very intelligent, very quick and is a good finisher. I think me and Saido up top will be a great partnership and that is another reason why I am looking forward to being a West Brom player.”

Lambert found it impossible to turn down Liverpool a year ago when they took him from Southampton, where he scored 117 goals in 235 games.

Bandar Bola -  But the forward struggled to make an impact at boyhood club Liverpool as he only scored twice in 25 League games, 18 of which were off the bench.

He is now anxious to make up for lost time with Albion where Pulis has high hopes for the 6ft 1in targetman.

Lambert added: “I think it will be good for me and a good move for West Brom.

“I want to get back playing football and scoring goals – that is why I love football.

“I am really excited and feel like I have a lot of things to prove. I have a lot of hunger and desire to do well.”

Lambert, capped 11 times by England even believes he could regain his spot in the national team.

After a fairytale, goal-scoring debut against Scotland in August 2013, his last international was as an 80th-minute substitute in England’s 3-1 win over the same opposition in Glasgow in November.

Lambert insisted: “That is something in the future which I will never give up.

“Nobody would probably expect me to do that but you have just got to believe in yourself.

"Hopefully if I play like I did in a couple of seasons at Southampton then there’s no reason why I can’t get back in there."

Cesc Fabregas fires warning to Chelsea rivals that his best years are still to come

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Judi Online -   Cesc Fabregas has fired a warning to the rest of the Premier League as the countdown starts to the new season.

He declared that Chelsea are determined to hang on to their title – and that his best years are ahead of him at Stamford Bridge.

“We have even more drive and determination than last season,” said the midfielder, 28, who had a hugely­ impressive first season at Chelsea after his £33million move from Barcelona.

“If we want to win we have to be more powerful to achieve things as other teams are progressing.

"But we are confident and the coach believes in the squad. He didn’t make many changes so that means he is happy with us and we have to prove him right.

“We have Radamel Falcao and Asmir Begovic as well as young players like Ryan Bertrand and Victor Moses.

"So we have a good squad, fresh legs. We had a good rest – no Euros, no World Cups, no nothing.”

Bandar Bola -  Manchester United were the last side to retain the title back in 2009 and Fabregas said: “That shows you it is very, very difficult to do it.

"This season Manchester United have invested very well, there is Arsenal and Manchester City as well. It is very demanding as a league and we have to be up for it.

“We know we have the quality. I can see in people’s faces the same ambition and drive as last year. I am not worried about it. I knew if that wasn’t the case the manager would change it.

“I just turned 28 which everyone says is the best age for a football player. We’ll see if that is true and I can have a good season.

“We want to do well because if you don’t do well with this manager, you don’t play.”