EPL Gossip Monday September 8th
Owner Mike Ashley said in an interview with Newcastle’s official magazine in August that only players with Kevin Keegan’s approval would be bought – contradicting the club’s recent statement about their ex-manager. (Various)
The more I think about it, the more I think Keegan must brought in mainly as a public relations exercise. Keegan by that point was out of the coaching spotlight when he was bought back. Soon after he was undercut with not having the power to run his own ship which lead to this messy divorce.
Bilic says he is “not going anywhere” and has ruled out becoming manager of either West Ham or Newcastle. (The Sun)
The Croatian Football Federation has threatened legal action if West Ham try to speak to Bilic before the game against England on Wednesday. (Daily Mirror)
Don’t think one has another to do with the other but it is curious timing to say the least.
Plymouth are keen to seal a loan deal for Stoke midfielder Glen Whelan. (Daily Mail)
So much for Whelan being my key player for Stoke this season.
Chelsea midfielder Deco believes the only reason Robinho swapped Real Madrid for Manchester City could be money-related. (Daily Mail)
Not exactly the smartest thing to say right before Chelsea and Manchester City are to meet. Not exactly wrong either however.
Manchester City’s prospective new owners ADUG want to create club-branded energy drinks, fast-food outlets, phone cards and even cars and scooters. (Daily Mail)
Thinking about eating a burger and fries doesn’t lead me to think about Manchester City. Something is off with the marketing.