Laporte leaves Manchester City for Ronaldo’s Al Nassr
1 year, 4 months ago

Laporte leaves Manchester City for Ronaldo’s Al Nassr

The Hindu  

Spanish centre back Aymeric Laporte has left Manchester City to join Saudi side Al-Nassr, the two clubs announced on Thursday. Financial details were not disclosed but British media reported Al-Nassr paid a transfer fee of €27.5 million for the 29-year-old defender who had two years left on his City contract. Signed in the January transfer window of the 2017-18 season from Athletic Bilbao, Laporte went on to become an integral member of City’s back line and made 180 appearances for the Premier League side in all competitions. pic.twitter.com/hR2e5CWfVi — Aymeric Laporte August 23, 2023 He won five Premier League titles, two FA Cups, three League Cups and the Champions League during his time at City.

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Real Madrid links feel good: Al Nassr defender Laporte opens up on transfer buzz
1 month, 1 week ago

Real Madrid links feel good: Al Nassr defender Laporte opens up on transfer buzz

India Today  

Al Nassr defender Aymeric Laporte has addressed rumors linking him with Real Madrid, stating he would consider joining if the LaLiga club approaches him. Currently playing in Saudi Arabia alongside former Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo, Laporte shared that being connected to a club of Real Madrid’s stature feels rewarding. Laporte a key option for Real Madrid Before moving to …

Former Manchester City Winger Riyad Mahrez Reacts To Savinho’s Game Against Chelsea
4 months ago

Former Manchester City Winger Riyad Mahrez Reacts To Savinho’s Game Against Chelsea

News 18  

Savinho has replaced Riyad Mahrez as the new No. Savinho’s playing style and some of his touches were reminiscent of Riyad Mahrez, who spent five seasons at Manchester City before leaving for Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli last summer. The English club shared some glimpses of Savinho’s first outing on social media with the caption, “Our New Brazilian settling in.” …

Laporte blasts criticism of his Spain call-up and says he’s in good shape after year in Saudi Arabia
6 months ago

Laporte blasts criticism of his Spain call-up and says he’s in good shape after year in Saudi Arabia

Associated Press  

DONAUESCHINGEN, Germany — Spain defender Aymeric Laporte has hit out at those criticizing his selection for the European Championship because he plays his club soccer in Saudi Arabia. Some critics said playing in the Saudi league didn’t leave him at the right level to play for Spain at Euro 2024, but Laporte had a strong first appearance at the tournament …

Aymeric Laporte believes many footballers are unhappy in Saudi Arabia
11 months ago

Aymeric Laporte believes many footballers are unhappy in Saudi Arabia

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte has revealed …

Laporte leaves Man City to join Ronaldo and Mane at Al Nassr; Chelsea signs Brazilian striker
1 year, 4 months ago

Laporte leaves Man City to join Ronaldo and Mane at Al Nassr; Chelsea signs Brazilian striker

Hindustan Times  

Spain centre-back Aymeric Laporte is heading to Saudi Arabia to play with Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane after losing his place in Manchester City's expensively assembled defence. Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte celebrates during a pre-season match ahead of 2023-24 Premier League The 29-year-old Laporte is joining Al Nassr, City said on Thursday, for a reported fee of 23.5 million pounds. …

Riyad Mahrez completes transfer to Al-Ahli from Man City
1 year, 4 months ago

Riyad Mahrez completes transfer to Al-Ahli from Man City

The Hindu  

Algerian winger Riyad Mahrez has joined Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahli from Manchester City on a deal until 2027, both clubs said on Friday. Financial details were not revealed, but British media reported the Premier League champion has accepted an offer from the Saudi side worth 35 million euros plus five million in add-ons. “Manchester City will forever be a huge and …

Manchester City forward Mahrez joins Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli -Saudi state media
1 year, 5 months ago

Manchester City forward Mahrez joins Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli -Saudi state media

The Hindu  

Manchester City’s Algerian forward Riyad Mahrez has completed a move to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahli, Saudi state-run Al Ekhbariya TV said early on Friday. READ | Inter Miami signs Spain defender Jordi Alba The 32-year-old saw his role for Pep Guardiola’s side reduced last season, scoring 15 goals in 47 games, but missing out on action in the FA Cup and …

Injured Manchester City Star Aymeric Laporte To Miss Start Of The Season
2 years, 4 months ago

Injured Manchester City Star Aymeric Laporte To Miss Start Of The Season

News 18  

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte underwent knee surgery during the offseason and will not return before September, manager Pep Guardiola said Friday. The Spain international, who was a mainstay at center back for City last season, hurt his knee in the 5-1 win over Wolverhampton in the third-to-last Premier League game of last season. He needs time," Guardiola said Friday, …

Manchester City handed Aymeric Laporte injury blow
2 years, 4 months ago

Manchester City handed Aymeric Laporte injury blow

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Spain international will miss the Community Shield and Manchester City’s first …

Premier League: Algerian winger Riyad Mahrez signs new Manchester City contract
2 years, 5 months ago

Premier League: Algerian winger Riyad Mahrez signs new Manchester City contract

Firstpost  

Algeria winger Mahrez has been rewarded with a new deal that keeps him at City until 2025 after helping them retain the English title. London: Riyad Mahrez signed a two-year contract extension with Premier League champions Manchester City on Friday. “Now I just want to try and play my part in helping us be successful next season and beyond.” Mahrez …

Fuming Aymeric Laporte hits out at PFA Team of the Year omission
2 years, 6 months ago

Fuming Aymeric Laporte hits out at PFA Team of the Year omission

Daily Mail  

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte was far from impressed after he was left out of the PFA Premier League Team of the Year. The PFA announced its yearly awards on Thursday night with Mo Salah and Phil Foden claiming the big individual prizes. Aymeric Laporte was from from happy after bein left out of the PFA Team of the Year …

Aymeric Laporte reveals he was carrying knee injury over final weeks of season
2 years, 6 months ago

Aymeric Laporte reveals he was carrying knee injury over final weeks of season

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Aymeric Laporte has revealed he played through the …

FIFA Give Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte Green Light for Spain Switch
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA Give Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte Green Light for Spain Switch

News 18  

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte has been approved to play for Spain instead of France at Euro 2020, FIFA told AFP on Friday. France coach Didier Deschamps has a wealth of options at centre-back, with Raphael Varane, Lucas Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe, Clement Lenglet and Kurt Zouma among those picked ahead of Laporte in recent months. Instead Laporte is now set …

FIFA give Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte green light for Spain switch
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA give Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte green light for Spain switch

Firstpost  

Laporte could be a valuable addition to the Spanish squad given the central defence has been a problem area for coach Luis Enrique. Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte has been approved to play for Spain instead of France at Euro 2020, FIFA told AFP on Friday. France coach Didier Deschamps has a wealth of options at centre-back, with Raphael Varane, …

Laporte's switch to Spain from France approved by FIFA
3 years, 7 months ago

Laporte's switch to Spain from France approved by FIFA

The Hindu  

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte will be eligible to play for Spain at next month's European Championship after world football governing body FIFA approved his switch from France on Friday. "The player Aymeric Laporte is eligible to play for the representative teams of the RFEF - Spanish Football Association with immediate effect," it said in a statement. READ: Laporte was …

Euro 2020: French-born Aymeric Laporte set to represent Spain in continental showpiece event
3 years, 7 months ago

Euro 2020: French-born Aymeric Laporte set to represent Spain in continental showpiece event

Firstpost  

The Spanish Council of Ministers has granted Spanish nationality to Laporte, who was born in Agen, France but never played for the French senior team, despite three call-ups to the squad between 2016 and 2020. Madrid: Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte has been approved to play for Spain instead of France at Euro 2020 this summer, sources at the Spanish …

Aguero and Laporte to miss Man City's league opener against Wolves
4 years, 3 months ago

Aguero and Laporte to miss Man City's league opener against Wolves

The Hindu  

Manchester City's first-choice striker Sergio Aguero and defender Aymeric Laporte will miss Monday's Premier League clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers, manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday. Guardiola confirmed winger Riyad Mahrez has returned to the fold after recovering from COVID-19, but the game at Molineux Stadium comes too soon for Laporte, who had also contracted the virus earlier this month. “He …

Aymeric Laporte Announces Manchester City Have Unfinished Business in the UEFA Champions League
4 years, 4 months ago

Aymeric Laporte Announces Manchester City Have Unfinished Business in the UEFA Champions League

News 18  

The Champions League is the missing piece in Manchester City’s growing silverware collection, defender Aymeric Laporte said ahead of his side’s last-16 second leg against Real Madrid on Friday. “City have unfinished business in the Champions League, we have been talking about it for a long time, it’s the thing we are missing,” Laporte told Spanish newspaper AS on Thursday. …

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