David Luiz, Undergoes Medical At Chelsea

Paris Saint-Germain defender, David Luiz, is currently undergoing a medical ahead of his move to Chelsea. Both clubs are reportedly still negotiating fees and terms. Chelsea, initially made a bid of £30m to bring the Brazilian defender back to Stamford Bridge, but PSG- who bought him from the Blues for £50m - do not want to make a £20m loss on the player.

Chelsea Sign Marcos Alonso From Fiorentina

Chelsea, have signed defender Marcos Alonso from Fiorentina. Alonso has joined Antonio Conte's side on a five-year contract. The fee is currently undisclosed. Alonso told Chelsea's website - "I'm very happy. It's a step up in my career and I think this is the perfect place for me to continue developing. It's time for me to win some titles.

UPDATE : Jack Wilshere Heads To Bournemouth

Jack Wilshere, is travelling to Bournmouth to complete a season-long long agreement. This comes, after he rejected bids from As Roma, AC Milan, and Crystal Palace.

Nasri Joins Sevilla On Loan

Samir Nasri, has joined Sevilla from Manchester City on a season-long loan. The French international, made just 12 Premier League appearances for Manchester City last season in what as an injury-hit campaign, scoring only two goals. He is billed to spend the rest of the season with the La Liga club. 

Mikel, Musa, Arrive Uyo Ahead Of Super Eagles Match

Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel, fellow Chelsea team-mate, Victor Moses and Leicester City's Ahmed Musa, have all arrived in Uyo, ahead of the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Tanzania this Saturday. 

Joe Hart Seals Loan Move To Torino

Manchester City goalkepper, Joe Hart, has joined Italian club Torino on a season-long long deal. Hart, 29, lost his place as Manchester City's first choice goalkeeper at the start of the season with new boss Pep Guardiola, who prefers Willy Caballero as his first choice, coupled with the arrival of Claudio Bravo from Barcelona last week, left Hart as a third choice goalie at the Etihad. 

Jack Wilshere To Make Decision Between Crystal Palace Or Bournemouth

Arsenal's Jack Wilshere, is set to choose between Crystal Palace and Bournemouth, as a possible destination on a season-long loan, after being told he is free to leave the Emirates on Loan. It is understood that Wilshere and his representatives met with Crystal Palace's boss Alan Pardew on Tuesday afternoon and Cherries manager Eddie Howe in the evening of the same day.

Murray Cruises Into US Open Second Round

Andy Murray, defeated Lukas Rosol in the US Open first round to cruise into the second round. The Scot, who is the second-seed at this year's US Open, defeated Czech's Lukas Rosol 6-3 6-3 6-2 on Tuesday.

Arsenal Announces Signing Of Mustafi

Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Shkodran Mustafi from Valencia. A fee of around £35m last week, for the German defender. Mustafi's signing, comes just barely 24hours after the signing of Lucas Perez, a £17.m capture from Deportivo La Coruna. 

Rooney Remains England's Captain - Allardyce

Manchester United forward and captain, Wayne Rooney, will remain as England's captain says manager, Sam Allardyce. Rooney, who is England's record goal scorer, took over captainship from Steven Gerard, a year ago.

Serena Is Pain-Free - Coach

Following the World number 1's recovery from a shoulder injury, which she has been battling with, a major decider of her early exit from the 2016 Olympics in Rio, and subsequent withdrawal from the Cincinnati tournament last week, her coach has come out to debunk every rumor regarding her fitness and readiness ahead for the US Opens.

I'm Done With Nigeria - Siasia

Samson Siasia, coach of the Nigerian U-23 team, has come out to say he is done with Nigeria. Siasia, who led the team to winning a bronze medal at the just concluded Rio 2016 Olympics, amidst being owed over 5 months salary by the NFF, made this declaration in an interview with vanguardng, when asked what his next steps are regarding the National team, Siasia said - " My next step is that I am done with Nigeria for now.

Russia's Hopes Of Paralympic Games In Rio Ends

Russia, will not be competing at next month's Paralympic Games in Rio. Russia's appeal against the ban imposed by the Paralympic officials, was rejected on today - ending any hope the country's Paralympians had of competing in Rio. 

NFF Summoned Over Oliseh's Assistant Unpaid Salaries

The Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS), have summoned the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), over the unpaid salaries of former Super Eagles assistant coach, Jean Francois Losciuto. The CAS, is the highest body for the resolution of disputes in sports.

Paralympics Committee Promises Nigerians Of Gold Medals

The Nigerian Paralympics Committee (NPC) on Monday, assured Nigerians that it's athletes would win medals for the country at the forthcoming Paralympics in Rio, Brazil, from September 7th to 18th. 

Bravo Set To Join Manchester City In A £17m Deal

Claudio Bravo, is set to join Manchester City in a deal valued at £17m. The Barcelona goalkeeper, is expected in Manchester on Thursday to finalize his move to City, now headed by Pep Guardiola.

Arsenal's Mustafi Deal Looks In Doubt

Arsenal are in dangerof missing out on signing Valencia's defender Shkodran Mustafi. Reports from Skysports Spanish football expert Gulliem Balague, stated that Valencia, have decided to frustrated the move, as the club does not think they will be able to find a replacement for the striker. 

Pius Ikedia Hospitalized After Collapsing On The Field Of Play

Former Super Eagles winger, Pius Ikedia has been hospitalized in Holland, following his collapse on the pitch on Saturday during an exhibition match involving former Ajax stars. According to a Dutch newspaper, Telegraaf, the 36-year-old was revived on the pitch after several attempts, before he was taken to the hospital.

RIO 2016 - Top Medalists

Meet Rio 20016's top medalists;
Michael Phelps - USA

He ended the Rio 2016 games with five gold medals and one silver medal, in the men's swimming sports, making him the greatest Olympiad ever.

EPL Week 2 : RESULTS

Scores and Results from EPL Week 2 matches

Friday, 19 August
Man United 2 FT Southampton 0
Saturday, 20 August
Stoke City 1 FT Man. City 4	Tottenham 1 FT Crystal Palace 0
Watford 1 FT Chelsea 2	West Brom 1 FT Everton 2
Swansea City 0 FT Hull City 2	Burnley FC 2 FT Liverpool 0
Leicester City 0 FT Arsenal 0
Sunday, 21 August
Sunderland 1 FT Middlesbrough 2	West Ham 1 FT Bournemouth 0

Nigeria Finally Gets A Place On The Medals Table, As Dream Team VI Wins Bronze In Rio

Nigeria's Dream Team IV, have claimed Bronze at the Rio 2016 Olympics. The team, which lost a place in the final of the competition through a defeat at the hands of the Germans, have once again proven why they are called the Dream Team, and kept Olympic medal hopes alive for the Nation.

Bolt Achieves "Triple Treble" Amidst Talks Of Retirement

Fastest man in the World, Usain Bolt, has won an historic ninth Olympic Gold medal, as Jamaica cruised to victory in the men's 4x100m relay race. Bolt, who finished the race, after fellow team mates Ashafa Powell, Yohan Blake and Nikel Ashmeade demonstrated an awesome performance, to claim the gold medal for the men's relay race.

Behind The Games At Rio 2016

Four U.S. Olympic swimmers,  caused damage at a gasoline station and were involved in a dispute with guards who asked them to pay for the damage, a Brazilian security source revealed today, casting doubt on the initially reported story by the swimmers that they were robbed at gunpoint. 

Arsenal's Iwobi Out For One Month With Hip Injury

Alex Iwobi, has been ruled out for up to one month with a hip injury. The midfielder picked up the injury during the team's 4-3 defeat against Liverpool in the opening game of the EPL season. Iwobi, is expected to miss the Gunners next two games against Leicester City and Watford before the league heads out for the International break. 

The youngster is expected back to the field of play for the home game against Southampton on September 10th. 

What Happens To Nigeria's Hope Of An Olympic Gold Medal ?

Nigeria's hopes of winning at least one Gold medal in the on-going Rio 2016 Olympic Games, now seems to be clouded in a shadow of doubt. This is following the Dream Team VI's failure to book a place in the finals of the men's football event on Wednesday night.

Pogba Banned For United's Opener

      

The Football Association, FA, has revealed Paul Pogba is suspended for Manchester United's opening Premier League match against Bournemouth on Sunday. The midfielder joined United from Juventus for £89m in the early hours of Tuesday morning, and there had been speculation he could make his debut against the Cherries despite taking a holiday in the United States, following France's Euro 2016 final defeat to Portugal and only starting pre-season training this week.

Top 10 Highest Paid Players In The EPL

Following the record-breaking transfer of Paul Pogba from Juventus, the English Premier League earnings and top earners had to be reshuffled. With Pogba's transfer, he is currently the highest-paid player in the EPL; 

TOP 10 PREMIER LEAGUE BIG EARNERS
1. Paul Pogba ( Manchester United)

£290,000 a week until 2021 with a further year's option