According to the latest reports, Arsenal prospect Gedion Zelalem is in talks with Borussia Dortmund over a potential move. Zelalem was once considered one of the club’s most promising players, but has endured a mixed bag of sorts in his two loan stints. As reported by The Guardian: “Borussia Dortmund are in talks with Arsenal 

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At the FIFA Football Awards, the 2015/16 Fan Award was given to Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund supporters. Both sets of fans were given this award after they sang alongside each other the “You’ll Never Walk Alone” anthem out of respect to the 96 victims of the Hillsborough disaster before the match between both sides in last season’s 

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According to Gazzetta Dello Sport, Chinese Super League side Shanghai SIPG have bid £127.5 million to sign Borussia Dortmund star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. As reported by Bleacher Report: “Borussia Dortmund have reportedly received a world-record offer of €150 million (£127.5 million) from Shanghai SIPG for their star forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. According to Gazzetta dello Sport (h/t ESPN 

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Awesome video uploaded by YouTube channel WeSpeakFootball showcasing 2016’s best 100 goals. The list of course seems subjective, but it’s still a wonderful watch. Enjoy and we wish you all a happy new year.   Like O-Posts on Facebook You can also follow O-Posts on Twitter @OPosts

According to the latest reports, Chelsea are keeping an eye on ex-Manchester United forward Javier Hernandez. Hernandez, also known as Chicharito, has been impressive for current side Bayer Leverkusen since his departure from Old Trafford. As reported by Kenya’s The Standard: “Chelsea are plotting a shock move for former Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez in 

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According to Sport, Valencia right-back Joao Cancelo will sign for Barcelona next summer. The reported fee is mooted at 30 million Euros, which is Valencia’s asking price for the Portugal international. As reported by the Metro: “Sport claim that the Spanish champions have reached an agreement with the Portugal international and are willing to pay 

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In light of official confirmation regarding his move to PSG, below is a video uploaded by YouTube channel Home of Football which showcases Julian Draxler’s finest moments with both Schalke and Wolfsburg. The Germany international will reportedly move to the French capital in January for a reported 42 million Euros.   Like O-Posts on Facebook 

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Marco Reus has been identified as a priority target by Arsene Wenger, according to reports from the The Telegraph.   What does this mean for Sanchez and Ozil? In a move that suggests negotiations between the club and Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil are beginning to breakdown, Wenger is seeking a replacement. The German striker 

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The Ballon d’Or is a prestigious award which illustrates the greatest player of the past 12 months. Surely an award any football player would like to win, this year’s Ballon d’Or is judged solely by a panel of journalists after FIFA and France Football parted ways. Cristiano Ronaldo is favourite to regain the title following 

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How far can RB Leipzig go? The Bundesliga new-boys’ spectacular start to the season has brought comparisons with last year’s Premier League champions, Leicester City. Though obvious differences (not least the level of fan support and financial backing), Leipzig sit comfortably at the top of the table heading into match day 12 after six straight 

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Having taking over the managerial helm this past June at OGC Nice, Lucien Favre has already imposed his style of play at Le Gym, without making waves, and while in demand of higher profile European clubs. Quietly, OGC Nice sit comfortably on the podium of the Ligue 1 this season. Arriving freshly in the south 

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The debut installment of a new column about everything Bundesliga titled, “The Bundesliga Babbel”, by the insightful Victor Charnetsky. As World Cup Qualifying week ends, and Germany started qualifying with a clinical 3-0 win at Norway, die Mannschaft also bids farewell to one of their stalwarts, Bastian Schweinsteiger, last Wednesday winning a friendly match vs 

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Predicting the stars of the future has always been something I loved doing. Having talks with your friends at school to who will be the next great footballer was a fond memory. Telling people who had no idea about Neymar was when he was at Santos that he will be the next big thing and 

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Borussia Dortmund have confirmed the acquisition of German international Andre Schurrle from Bundesliga opponents Wolfsburg. Although an official figure is yet to be released by the club, reliable sources in Germany depict the transfer to be around £26.9 million or €32 million, making him Dortmund’s most expensive signing of all time. The 25-year old becomes 

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For a while now Mario Gotze has been linked with a move back to his former club Borussia Dortmund, but the return now looks odds on to come to fruition sooner rather than later. Hans-Joachim Watzke - Dortmund’s Chief Executive - disclosed earlier in the week that no agreement had been arrived at, but his 

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Medhi Benatia has successfully completed a switch away from the Allianz Arena after agreeing personal terms with the Italian champions Juventus. The loan spell - which cost £2.5 million- will be for the entire season with the additional option of a permanent transfer for £14.3 million over the next two years. The Moroccan makes his 

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Southampton have completed the signing of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg from Bayern Munich for a reported fee of £12.8 million. The news was revealed on Monday by Les Reeds- the Club’s Executive Director of Football- after the 20-year old midfielder finally put pen to paper, inexplicably ending all speculations. His move away from the Allianz Arena has 

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Below is the eighth installment of a UEFA Euro 2016 column titled “The Russian Review” by Russian football expert and sports journalist, Shaun Nicolaides. Thirty-one days, fifty matches, one winner. After an unbelievable victory against hosts France in the showpiece final, Portugal have been crowed champions of UEFA Euro 2016, and it’s a tournament which will 

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Antonio Conte will be in charge at Chelsea after his Euro stint coming to a close, with his Italy side impressing so far at the tournament grabbing a fine 2-0 victory over holders Spain in their wake. Given the ex-Juventus manager’s love of the 3-5-2 formation, attention has now turned to who he might buy 

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Arsenal look set to have their most active transfer window in numerous years as Arsene Wenger attempts to find the formula needed to end the club’s Premier League title drought and be more competitive in Europe. One player linked to the club is Bayern Munich’s Mario Gotze. The man who scored the decisive goal in 

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Below is the seventh installment of a Euro 2016 column titled “The Russian Review” by Russian football expert and sports journalist, Shaun Nicolaides. After a slow start, Euro 2016 has burst into life, and football fans all around the continent were treated to a thrilling group stage. Footballing giants such as Germany, Spain and hosts France 

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With Arsène Wenger admitting Arsenal would make three signings this summer, the transfer rumour floodgates have opened for the Gunners. Having signed Mesut Özil, Alexis Sánchez, and Petr Čech in the recent past, they have been linked with many world-class players as well as Arsenal-esque targets such as Rob Holding. One of the most recent 

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Gareth Bale and Dimitri Payet have emerged as stand-out performers at the 2016 Euros in France having inspired their respective teams to attain qualification into the last 16. Bale scored a goal apiece in each of the three group stage matches to advance his side’s hopes while Payet scored two goals as France finished top 

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