Why did Louis van Gaal say no to Stefan de Vrij?
Reports suggest that Man United’s recently appointed coach Louis van Gaal was given the chance to gazump Lazio for Stefan de Vrij but has refused…
Stuart Messham
Veteran of men's magazines and Panini sticker books. Likes to work alone, avoids unnecessary chinwags and is mostly distracted by the World Cup, the adidas trefoil, his 1966 Lambretta Golden Special, his son Benny Mo's footwear and the idea of one day having a pool room in his house. #soon
Articles by Stuart Messham
Strootman ruled best midfielder in Europe: van Gaal act now!
A study has confirmed the qualities of the reported Manchester United target, crowning him Europe’s best midfielder. Kevin Strootman was on Manchester United’s radar long…
Dejan Lovren 9th best CB in Europe – who needs him most?
A study has confirmed Southampton combative stopper not only as the Premier League’s best defender but the sixth best centre back across Europe. Southampton have…
Luis Suarez: Officially the number one player in Europe claims study
A study by Bloomberg has confirmed the Liverpool striker as Europe’s most impactful player ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Zlatan Ibrahimovic. It has…
Ryan Shawcross to Manchester City would solve two key problems
Stoke City’s captain is reportedly being considered by the Premier League champions to strengthen the defence and also up the club’s homegrown player quota. Despite…
Five reasons Sam Allardyce may have been kept as West Ham boss
West Ham United have reportedly put their faith in Sam Allardyce ahead of his fourth season for the Hammers. Despite huge pressure from supporters, Sam…
Petr Cech could choose to leave if Courtois declared Chelsea number one
A wonderful career at Stamford Bridge will likely come to an end if, as expected, Jose Mourinho installs Atletico Madrid’s keeper as Chelsea number one.…
Radamel Falcao: ‘The World Cup is my engine’
Colombia’s prolific striker Radamel Falcao is being driven back to full fitness by an overwhelming desire to play in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil…
Liverpool: Four Alternatives to Glen Johnson at Right-Back
Glen Johnson’s performances in a Liverpool shirt have deteriorated. Here are four solutions to the growing right-back problem at Anfield. According to rumours across Europe…
Liverpool continue to be linked with Europa League winning left-back Alberto Moreno
Brendan Rodgers has a pocket full of fresh cash and Sevilla’s highly-rated left-back has just moved nearer the top of his summer shopping list. Spanish…
