Tag: Carlo Ancelotti

SEVILLE, SPAIN - MAY 27: Dani Ceballos of Real Madrid celebrates the team's victory after the final whistle of the LaLiga Santander match between Sevilla FC and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on May 27, 2023 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Arsenal flop’s last chance at Real Madrid

Dani Ceballos faces a crucial period at Real Madrid, balancing injuries and opportunities to prove his worth in the team's midfield.
WASHINGTON, DC: Gabriel Magalhães #6 of Arsenal FC in action during the MLS All-Star Game between Arsenal FC and MLS All-Stars at Audi Field on July 19, 2023. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Arsenal star says no to Real Madrid

Gabriel Magalhaes stays loyal to Arsenal, declining Real Madrid's interest after Militao's injury. The decision reinforces Arsenal's defence.
Arsenal ex player news - SEVILLE, SPAIN - MAY 27: Dani Ceballos of Real Madrid celebrates the team's victory after the final whistle of the LaLiga Santander match between Sevilla FC and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on May 27, 2023 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Dani Ceballos bites back at claims of Real Madrid referee bias

Dani Ceballos, Real Madrid's midfield maestro, defends himself against accusations of referee bias, all while navigating his uncertain future at the club. Unravel the full story here.
VALENCIA, SPAIN - MAY 21: Referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea speaks with Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid during the LaLiga Santander match between Valencia CF and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Mestalla on May 21, 2023 in Valencia, Spain. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal man explains comments after racial abuse of Real Madrid’s Vini Jr

Valencia's victory against Real Madrid is overshadowed by racism against striker Vini Jr. and controversy around Gabriel Paulista's response
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 12: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, looks on prior to the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Arsenal FC at Craven Cottage on March 12, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta linked to Real Madrid amid Ancelotti uncertainty

According to the press in Spain, Mikel Arteta has emerged as potential Real Madrid target amidst Carlo Ancelotti's shaky season, with Arsenal laughably said to be looking at Roberto De Zerbi as a replacement.
MADRID, SPAIN - MARCH 15: Daniel Ceballos of Real Madrid warms up during the UEFA Champions League round of 16 leg two match between Real Madrid and Liverpool FC at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on March 15, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

Dani Ceballos’ Spain call-up offers hope for Real Madrid contract renewal

Real Madrid's Dani Ceballos has received a call-up to Spain's national team, offering hope for a contract renewal with Los Blancos amid his uncertain future.
Real Madrid's Spanish midfielder Marco Asensio celebrates after scoring his team's fourth goal during the UEFA Champions League 1st round day 6 Group F football match between Real Madrid CF and Celtic FC at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on November 2, 2022. (Photo by PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal start talks with Marco Asensio over free transfer

Arsenal have reportedly entered talks with Real Madrid's Marco Asensio, as the Spanish international's contract with the La Liga giants expires at the end of the season.
Real Madrid's Spanish midfielder Marco Asensio reacts during the Spanish League football match between Real Madrid CF and Club Atletico de Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid, on February 25, 2023. (Photo by Pierre-Philippe Marcou / AFP) (Photo by PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal move described as ‘ideal’ for Real Madrid winger

Real Madrid's Marcos Asensio is facing uncertainty about his future with his contract expiring at the end of the season as Arsenal continue to be linked with the player.
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Carlo Ancelotti ‘doesn’t care’ about Asensio contract amid Arsenal links

Carlo Ancelotti has said that he doesn't care that much about Marco Asensio's contract situation as the winger continues to be linked with Arsenal with his deal expiring this summer.
MADRID, SPAIN: Gabriel Jesus of Manchester City FC <ct during the UEFA Champions League Semi-Final Leg Two match between Real Madrid and Manchester City at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on May 04, 2022. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)

Gabriel Jesus offered to Real Madrid – Ancelotti’s a fan

Carlo Ancelotti is a fan of Gabriel Jesus and the Manchester City striker has been offered to Real Madrid, according to a report.
VILLARREAL, SPAIN - APRIL 29: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal looks on during the UEFA Europa League Semi-final First Leg match between Villareal CF and Arsenal at Estadio de la Ceramica on April 29, 2021 in Villarreal, Spain. Sporting stadiums around Europe remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Dani Ceballos speaks about new Real Madrid contract

Not that long ago, Dani Ceballos seemed to be heading for the exit door at Real Madrid but now there is talk of a new deal although the midfielder admits nothing has been offered.
NAPLES, ITALY - APRIL 30: David Ospina of SSC Napoli during the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and US Sassuolo at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on April 30, 2022 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Real Madrid want former Arsenal keeper

Real Madrid seem to be seriously weighing up a move for former Arsenal goalkeeper, David Ospina.
Dani Ceballos 10 Spain gets subbed out injured after a foul during the Mens Olympic Football Tournament Tokyo 2020 match between Egypt and Spain at Sapporo Dome in Sapporo, Japan. Egypt v Spain - Sapporo Dome

Dani Ceballos on verge of Real Madrid exit

Arsenal flop, Dani Ceballos looks set to re-join Real Betis as his dream of making it at Real Madrid comes close to ending.
Martin Odegaard after signing for Arsenal on a permanent deal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Spanish media turn on Martin Odegaard for leaving Real Madrid

Martin Odegaard is receiving the same treatment from the Real Madrid-friendly press in Spain as Mesut Ozil did when he left the club for Arsenal.
Klagenfurt, Austria, 8th August 2021. Martin Odegaard of Real Madrid reacts during the warm up prior to the Pre Season Friendly match at Worthersee Stadion, Klagenfurt. Picture credit should read: Jonathan Moscrop / Sportimage

Real Madrid want to sell Odegaard to fund Mbappe move

Real Madrid reportedly want money from the sale of Martin Odegaard so they can buy Kylian Mbappe from PSG but they might have to do with sending him on another loan.
Arsenal deals: Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder Martin Odegaard (L) gets instructions from Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) as he comes on as a substitute during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on January 30, 2021. (Photo by Shaun Botterill / POOL / AFP)

Carlo Ancelotti tries to explain leaving Martin Odegaard out of Real Madrid squad

Carlo Ancelotti attempted to explain why he left Martin Odegaard out of his squad for Real Madrid's opening match of the season amid reports the 22-year-old is on the verge of joining Arsenal but he didn't do a great job.
Martin Odegaard of Norway during the UEFA Nations League football match between Norway and Northern Ireland on October 14, 2020 in Oslo. Photo: Vegard Wivestad Grott / BILDBYRAN

‘Dazzled’: Martin Odegaard ‘stronger than ever’ after Arsenal spell

Martin Odegaard 'dazzled' in Real Madrid training with one report claiming he has returned from his loan spell at Arsenal 'stronger than ever'.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 19: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal looks dejected following his sides defeat in the Premier League match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park on December 19, 2020 in Liverpool, England. A limited number of fans (2000) are welcomed back to stadiums to watch elite football across England. This was following easing of restrictions on spectators in tiers one and two areas only. (Photo by Peter Powell -

Real Madrid want to sell Dani Ceballos to fund Manuel Locatelli move

Dani Ceballos believes that he can become a Real Madrid player even though he mostly spent two years stinking up Arsenal and Carlo Ancelotti reportedly wants to sell him to buy Manuel Locatelli.
Barcelona's Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho arrives for a friendly football match between FC Barcelona and Girona at the Johan Cruyff stadium in Sant Joan Despi near Barcelona on September 16, 2020. (Photo by Josep LAGO / AFP) (Photo by JOSEP LAGO/AFP via Getty Images)

Philippe Coutinho to join Everton for £35m as Arsenal miss out

Arsenal may have been linked, again, with a move for Philippe Coutinho but the former Liverpool man is set to sign for Carlo Ancelotti at Everton
Carlo Ancelotti, Manager of Everton looks on prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Newcastle United at Goodison Park on January 21, 2020 in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

Everton boss makes VAR admission after Arsenal win

Carlo Ancelotti has admitted Everton were a bit lucky in their game against Arsenal on Friday, and the performance was more like a draw.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 05: Theo Walcott of Everton looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Everton and Preston North End at Goodison Park on September 05, 2020 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

Theo Walcott close to Southampton return

Theo Walcott got his first few league minutes for Everton at the weekend but the former Arsenal man is close to a move back to Southampton.
Bayern Munich's midfielder James Rodriguez (R) and head coach Carlo Ancelotti attend a pre-match press conference in Singapore on July 24, 2017, ahead of the International Champions Cup football match between Bayern Munich and Chelsea on July 25. / AFP PHOTO / ROSLAN RAHMAN

James Rodriguez must really like Carlo Ancelotti

Real Madrid midfielder James Rodriguez has signed for Everton because of Carlo Ancelotti who stopped Arsenal signing James in 2017
Carlo Ancelotti, Manager of Everton looks on prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Newcastle United at Goodison Park on January 21, 2020 in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

Carlo Ancelotti aims to end Everton’s terrible record against big 6 clubs starting with...

Carlo Ancelotti plans to bring an end to Everton's terrible run of form away to big six sides, starting this weekend at Arsenal.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Theo Walcott of Everton during the Premier League match between Everton FC and Norwich City at Goodison Park on November 23, 2019 in Liverpool, United Kingdom. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Arsenal and Everton meet at Emirates in crucial encounter

Arsenal and Everton face off at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday in a crucial encounter for both side’s hopes of a top four finish...
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Theo Walcott of Everton during the Premier League match between Everton FC and Norwich City at Goodison Park on November 23, 2019 in Liverpool, United Kingdom. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Carlo Ancelotti wants Theo Walcott to do something he’s just not capable of

Carlo Ancelotti called on Theo Walcott to show more bravery and be an example to the youngsters at Everton but I'm not sure that's...
UDINE, ITALY - DECEMBER 07: Carlo Ancelotti head coach of SSC Napoli looks on during the Serie A match between Udinese Calcio and SSC Napoli at Stadio Friuli on December 7, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Carlo Ancelotti won’t manage Everton for Arsenal clash

Everton have confirmed that Duncan Ferguson will manage their team against Arsenal on Saturday, as they close in on Carlo Ancelotti.
FROSINONE, ITALY - APRIL 28: SSC Napoli head coach Carlo Ancelotti looks on during the Serie A match between Frosinone Calcio and SSC Napoli at Stadio Benito Stirpe on April 28, 2019 in Frosinone, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

David Ornstein: Arsenal aren’t seeking Carlo Ancelotti profile

David Ornstein claims Arsenal aren't a Carlo Ancelotti profile manager, and the club are pushing for their 'number one' target over a quick decision.
NAPLES, ITALY - DECEMBER 10: Carlo Ancelotti SSC Napoli coach before the UEFA Champions League group E match between SSC Napoli and KRC Genk at Stadio San Paolo on December 10, 2019 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Why Carlo Ancelotti isn’t the manager Arsenal want but he’s the one they need

Arsenal hiring Carlo Ancelotti before Unai Emery would have weirdly felt like a step sideways but the Italian is exactly what Arsenal need at this moment in time.
FROSINONE, ITALY - APRIL 28: SSC Napoli head coach Carlo Ancelotti looks on during the Serie A match between Frosinone Calcio and SSC Napoli at Stadio Benito Stirpe on April 28, 2019 in Frosinone, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Italian report claims Arsenal open talks with Ancelotti, could make announcement today

Arsenal have reportedly opened talks with Carlo Ancelotti and could even make an announcement as early as this afternoon in what seems like a bit of a mad update.

Media Roundup: Who will be Arsenal’s next long-term manager?

On Friday morning, Arsenal announced the news that Unai Emery had been sacked, and Freddie Ljungberg will take over on an interim basis.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - MAY 19: Kieran Tierney of Celtic celebrate with the Celtic fans during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match between Celtic FC and Heart of Midlothian FC at Celtic Park on May 19, 2019 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Big Arsenal boost in Kieran Tierney chase

Napoli boss Carlo Ancelotti has said they are not interested in a move for Kieran Tierney, giving Arsenal a boost and asking questions about the coverage of the Italians interest this summer. 
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - MAY 19: Kieran Tierney of Celtic celebrate with the Celtic fans during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match between Celtic FC and Heart of Midlothian FC at Celtic Park on May 19, 2019 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Napoli to sell fullback to out-bid Arsenal for Kieran Tierney

Napoli are expected to sell fullback, Mario Rui, in order to gazump Arsenal's £15m bid for Kieran Tierney that has already been rejected by Celtic.
EMPOLI, ITALY - APRIL 03: Carlo Ancelotti manager of SSC Napoli reacts during the Serie A match between Empoli and SSC Napoli at Stadio Carlo Castellani on April 3, 2019 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)

Carlo Ancelotti: We will attack Arsenal immediately

Carlo Ancelotti has insisted that the Napoli squad are united ahead of their Europa League quarter-final second leg against Arsenal, and they plan to attack from the beginning.
Napoli's fans wave a giant flag showing former Argentinian soccer star Diego Maradona prior the UEFA Champions League group F football match between SSC Napoli and Arsenal FC at the San Paolo Stadium in Naples on December 11, 2013. AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS / AFP)

Carlo Ancelotti calls for Napoli improvement ahead of Arsenal after weekend disappointment

Carlo Ancelotti has called on his Napoli side to up their game ahead of their match against Arsenal after they drew 1-1 at home with Genoa on Sunday.
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Robert Pires Arsenal contacted Carlo Ancelotti to replace Arsene Wenger

Robert Pires has admitted Arsenal contacted Carlo Ancelotti before they ultimately hired Unai Emery, and the Italian is a manager Pires would have liked to play for.
PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 24: David Ospina of Napoli celebrates his sides second goal during the Group C match of the UEFA Champions League between Paris Saint-Germain and SSC Napoli at Parc des Princes on October 24, 2018 in Paris, France. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

David Ospina wants Napoli move even if not first choice says father

David Ospina’s father has said that the player still wants to sign for Napoli even if he won’t be first choice at the club.
Kalidou Koulibaly (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Carlo Ancelotti: Kalidou Koulibaly will not leave this summer

Napoli boss Carlo Ancelotti has insisted that star centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly is not going to leave the club this summer, despite links to Arsenal and Manchester United, among others.
PARMA, ITALY - FEBRUARY 24: Carlo Ancelotti head coach of SSC Napoli looks on during the Serie A match between Parma Calcio and SSC Napoli at Stadio Ennio Tardini on February 24, 2019 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Carlo Ancelotti: Arsenal a ‘difficult but very fascinating challenge’

Carlo Ancelotti has called Napoli's quarter-final against Arsenal in the Europa League a 'difficult but very fascinating challenge'.
PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 24: David Ospina of Napoli celebrates his sides second goal during the Group C match of the UEFA Champions League between Paris Saint-Germain and SSC Napoli at Parc des Princes on October 24, 2018 in Paris, France. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Napoli make Ospina decision ‘regardless’ of appearances, Arsenal will get another €4m

Napoli appear to have changed their mind again and are now going to keep David Ospina at the end of the season.
PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 24: David Ospina of Napoli celebrates his sides second goal during the Group C match of the UEFA Champions League between Paris Saint-Germain and SSC Napoli at Parc des Princes on October 24, 2018 in Paris, France. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

David Ospina: Ancelotti has given me confidence

David Ospina has said that he enjoys playing for Carlo Ancelotti as the manager has given him ‘confidence’.