Barcelona’s sporting director Albert Soler has revealed that Lionel Messi will sign a new contract soon with the Argentine and the club having already finalised terms informally.

Soler faced a bunch of questions at a press conference following the club’s transfer turmoil over the summer, and one of the key talking points was Messi’s future at the Camp Nou.

Soler insisted that there is nothing to worry about in Messi’s situation as the club are making significant strides towards securing his long-term stay, he said: “Soon. When we say soon, it means soon, I want to send this message to those who may be worried. Announcement comes after agreement is signed off by both parties. Only thing missing is this formal act. Messi has cut a frustrated figure in the early throws of the season, fuelling speculation that he is unhappy with the club.” Continue reading →

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed that they attempted to open their cheque book this summer, with a large bid placed for Genoa striker Giovanni Simeone as the transfer deadline approached.

The North London giants were amongst the quietest clubs in English football this summer after having not made a signing of as the transfer window’s end approached. The likes of Ricardo Pereira and Thomas Lemar had been linked in recent weeks, but manager Mauricio Pochettino opted to cool their interest as the club are not keen to spend massive sums. Continue reading →