Transfer Rumors

This Video Perfectly Explains How Transfer Rumors Are Formed

Transfer season is upon us. That means you are currently being bombarded by silly transfer rumors whirling around your favorite teams and players. You may be wondering how these rumors, many of them far-fetched and even laughable, could possibly get started and gain traction.

Luckily, we have stumbled across a video that perfectly explains the transfer rumor process, from generation to circulation to digestion by you, the transfer rumor consumer. 

Commercial Hints At Possible Antoine Griezmann Transfer

Antoine Griezmann has said his chances of moving to Manchester United are six out of 10. Well, at the 1:04 minute mark in the video below, Griezmann hangs up a call from "Jose".     

Riyad Mahrez Has Told Leicester City That He Wants To Leave

Riyad Mahrez has handed in a transfer request. The Algerian winger intends to leave Leicester City, the club where he won the Premier League and the PFA Player of the Year award in 2015-16, for larger and greener pastures.

Mahrez released a statement Tuesday announcing his intention to depart:

“Out of the huge admiration and respect I hold for Leicester City Football Club, I wanted to be totally honest and transparent with them and have therefore informed the club that I feel now is the time for me to move on.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Would Be A 50-60 Goals Per Season Striker For Real Madrid

Depending on who you choose to believe, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has already handed in his transfer request and will be looking to leave Borussia Dortmund immediately following Sunday’s DFB-Pokal final against Eintracht Frankfurt or he hasn't.

Alexis Sanchez's Agent Reportedly In Talks With Bayern Munich Over Summer Transfer

Alexis Sanchez figures to be one of the world's most targeted players in this summer's transfer window. The 28-year-old forward scored 29 goals in 50 appearances with Arsenal this campaign, and it was often clear that he was shouldering the load when the Gunners were struggling.

9 Relegated EPL Players That Won't Be Going Down With The Ship

Relegation is a blessing and a curse in itself. For the clubs, it means a substantial loss of television revenue and can hinder growth for years to come. For the best players on relegated teams, it acts as a restart. Premier League clubs sign the players who are eager to stay at the top level. We should expect to see the following players in the Premier League next season:

Hull City: Andrew Robertson, Harry Maguire, Sam Clucas 

Chinese Club Reportedly Offering Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang $1M Per Week

With European league seasons winding down, summer transfer speculation has begun in earnest with what you'd expect: 

Lionel Messi Close To Signing New Barcelona Contract, Says Club

Lionel Messi has scored 51 goals in 49 games this season for Barcelona. So, it's no wonder that club executives are in a hurry to get negotiations over with and to get Messi's contract finalized.

It appears today that the club and Messi's agents may be close to a deal. Only a day after we reported that Messi's camp rejected Barcelona's initial offer, Barcelona VP Jordi Mestre said "it won't be long" before Lionel Messi signs a new contract with FC Barcelona.

John Terry To Leave Chelsea This Summer And Defend Resolutely Somewhere Else

After over two decades of flinging himself at the ball in the blue of Chelsea and winning a lot of trophies, John Terry has announced his decision to leave the club at the end of the season. Terry is synonymous with Chelsea’s rise to English and continental dominance as well providing that bit of assholery that every successful club needs. 

JT, as he’s called by those in the know, isn’t done defending yet, though. His high and tight haircut and high socks could be making their way to resolutely defending a club near you.

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