Bayern Munich have reportedly agreed a £21.6m deal to sign midfielder Thiago Alcantara from Barcelona. The move will come as a blow to Manchester United with David Moyes reported to be keen to sign the Spanish international playmaker to bolster midfield options at Old Trafford. The former Spain U-21 captain, son of former 1994 World […]
Moyes makes losing start
David Moyes made a losing start as manager of Manchester United who were beaten 1-0 by Thai side Singha in the opening match of their tour of the Far East and Australia. There were mitigating circumstances, however, as the Reds lacked firepower with Robin van Persie, Javier Hernandez and Wayne Rooney all missing along with […]
City power surge in Asia
Manchester City Football Club has today announced a new partnership with Thailand’s leading car battery brand, GS Battery. Building on recent commercial successes in the region, the deal will see the Japanese manufacturer of automobile and motorcycle batteries become the Club’s Official Car Battery Partner for Thailand. Established in 1885, GS Battery was the first […]
Etihad Stadium development
Manchester City Football Club today opened an exhibition at the Etihad Stadium to present the Club’s options for the potential expansion of the ground’s seating capacity. The Club is seeking the views of fans, local residents and other stakeholders at the free exhibition at the Etihad Stadium where people will be asked to fill […]
Injured Rooney out for a month
Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney will be unavailable for a month after sustaining a hamstring injury in training. He was flown home from United’s pre-season tour of Thailand for further assessment. Rooney could now miss United’s Community Shield fixture on August 11, England’s friendly against Scotland on August 14 and United’s visit to […]