Tag: Manuel Pellegrini

WIMBLEDON, ENGLAND: Sokratis Papastathopoulos of Arsenal FC looks on during the Papa John's Trophy Second Round match between AFC Wimbledon and Arsenal U21 at Plough Lane on December 08, 2020. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

Unemployed ex-Arsenal man declines deal in hope of Bayern Munich move

Real Betis is facing a defensive crisis due to Marc Bartra's injury and considers free agent Sokratis Papastathopoulos as an emergency option. However, Sokratis reportedly rejects Betis, holding out for a Bayern Munich offer.
WIMBLEDON, ENGLAND: Sokratis Papastathopoulos of Arsenal FC looks on during the Papa John's Trophy Second Round match between AFC Wimbledon and Arsenal U21 at Plough Lane on December 08, 2020. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

Free ex-Arsenal man wanted as emergency cover

Real Betis are eyeing former Arsenal defender Sokratis Papastathopoulos as an emergency defensive option. He is available on a free transfer and could fill the gap left by injured Marc Bartra.
Real Betis v Celtic FC: Group G - UEFA Europa League - Hector Bellerin of Real Betis during the UEFA Europa League Group G stage match between Real Betis and Celtic FC at Benito Villamarin Stadium on September 16, 2021, in Seville, Spain. Copyright: DAX Images

Why Hector Bellerin wasn’t in Real Betis’ squad vs Atletico Madrid

Hector Bellerin missed Real Betis' defeat to Atletico Madrid on Sunday, with Manuel Pellegrini explaining why in his press conference.
BURTON-UPON-TRENT, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Jack Wilshere speaks during an England press conference session at St Georges Park on March 20, 2018 in Burton-upon-Trent, England. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

Jack Wilshere on his Arsenal regret

Jack Wilshere has admitted that he probably shouldn't have left Arsenal but I'm not overly sure that would have been his choice.
SHANGHAI, CHINA - JULY 19: Player of West Ham United Jack Wilshere looks during pre-match press conference of Premier League Asia Trophy on July 19, 2019 in Shanghai, China. (Photo by Lintao Zhang/Getty Images for Premier League)

Jack Wilshere’s injury woes continue

Jack Wilshere has suffered another injury setback delaying his return from this latest problem.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 18: Manuel Pellegrini, Manager of West Ham United talks with Jack Wilshere of West Ham United during the Premier League match between West Ham United and AFC Bournemouth at London Stadium on August 18, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Henry Browne/Getty Images)

Pellegrini confirms Wilshere has suffered a setback in his injury recovery

Manuel Pellegrini has confirmed that Jack Wilshere has suffered yet another injury setback, with his ankle problem not recovering as quickly as hoped.

Lucas Perez infuriates Manuel Pellegrini

Lucas Perez was far from happy on Sunday despite his side finally winning a league game.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 18: Manuel Pellegrini, Manager of West Ham United talks with Jack Wilshere of West Ham United during the Premier League match between West Ham United and AFC Bournemouth at London Stadium on August 18, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Henry Browne/Getty Images)

Wilshere faces anxious wait with new injury

Jack Wilshere is facing an anxious wait to see how bad his latest ankle injury is and how long he will be sidelined for.

Noble a doubt for Arsenal clash after picking up back injury

Mark Noble is a doubt for West Ham United's trip to the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, after picking up a back injury.
PRESTON, ENGLAND - JULY 21: Jack Wilshere of West Ham United during the Pre-Season Friendly between Preston North End and West Ham United at Deepdale on July 21, 2018 in Preston, England. (Photo by Lynne Cameron/Getty Images)

West Ham create specialised plan for Wilshere

West Ham have put together a specialised fitness plan for Jack Wilshere with manager, Manuel Pellegrini, admitting the midfielder will not be able to play every game for the Hammers this season.
MILAN, ITALY - MARCH 08: Jack Wilshere of Arsenal acknowledges the fans after the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 match between AC Milan and Arsenal at the San Siro on March 8, 2018 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Jack Wilshere in talks with West Ham: 3-year deal

West Ham United are in talks with departing Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere, hoping to bring him in on a three-year deal, according to reports.
Arsenal's English midfielder Jack Wilshere applauds supporters on the pitch after the UEFA Europa League first leg quarter-final football match between Arsenal and CSKA Moscow at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 5, 2018. Arsenal won the game 4-1. / AFP PHOTO / Ben STANSALL

Pellegrini wants Wilshere for West Ham as 5 other English clubs show an interest

West Ham United manager Manuel Pellegrini is interested in signing Jack Wilshere, according to reports.
Arsene Wenger manager of Arsenal (right) and Ivan Gazidis, CEO of Arsenal. Picture: Clive Rose/Getty Images

Gazidis met with 3 managers before Wenger’s announcement

Ivan Gazidis met with three managers in the search for Arsene Wenger's successor before the 68-year-old even announced his Arsenal departure, according to information in a recent report.
Arsene Wenger manager of Arsenal (right) and Ivan Gazidis, CEO of Arsenal. Picture: Clive Rose/Getty Images

The 3 managers Gazidis met with in search for Wenger’s successor

Ivan Gazidis has already met with three managers in the search for Arsene Wenger's successor, according to information in a recent report.

Chile report: Arsenal approached Manuel Pellegrini to be manager

Arsenal approached Manuel Pellegrini to be their new manager, with Arsene Wenger becoming Director of Football, according to reports from Spain and Chile.
Alexis Sanchez

How Manchester City missed signing Alexis Sanchez due to FFP

Manuel Pellegrini has recently said that Manchester City missed on Alexis Sanchez because of the FFP (financial fair play) and subsequently signed for Arsenal and became the success we all know.
Santi Cazorla

Cazorla linked with move to Hebei China Fortune – report

In surprising transfer news considering he is set for ankle surgery, Santi Cazorla has been linked with a possible reunion with former boss Manuel Pellegrini at Hebei China Fortune.
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Pellegrini: A win would have been a great way to say goodbye

Manuel Pellegrini was disappointed with not beating Arsenal in the match at the Etihad on Sunday, which ended 2-2.

Wenger hails Pellegrini’s dignity

Arsene Wenger hailed Manuel Pellegrini's dignity while at Manchester City.

Four Manchester City players ruled out of Sunday’s game

Manuel Pellegrini has confirmed that Manchester City will be without four regular starters this Sunday when Arsenal visit the Etihad Stadium.

Pellegrini admires Wenger’s longevity

Rumour has it Pep Guardiola won't be manager of FC Bayern Munich for much longer. The Spaniard has been long courted by Manchester City, and...

Pellegrini sympathies with Arsenal injury woes

Arsenal often face heavy scrutiny and criticism for their injury record, but they aren't alone. Of the top clubs, both Manchester sides and Liverpool have...

Pellegrini deserves more praise – Wenger

With rumours surrounding the future of Bayern Munich manager Pep Guardiola, much of the build up to Arsenal's clash with Manchester City will involve...

Manchester City manager admits he’s powerless to stop Arsenal

Manuel Pellegrini has admitted that he's powerless to stop Arsenal grabbing second place in the Premier League. The manager of the outgoing Champions, who recently...

Pellegrini: Arsenal have spent more money than us

In what must surely be the most bizarre statement in recent times, Manuel Pellegrini has blamed being outspent by his rivals as the reason...

Manchester City manager accuses Monreal of diving

I like Manuel Pellegrini. I do. He has class unlike some other top managers in this league that immediately spring to mind. His post-match comments about Nacho...