A wave of Chinese investment continues to ripple through European football, and the latest headline-grabber is a bold move by a Chinese consortium to acquire Premier League giant Liverpool. According to reports from The Sun, following the acquisition of West Bromwich Albion, a well-funded Chinese state-owned conglomerate—Guangda Group—is now offering £700 million to buy Liverpool outright. Although Liverpool has yet to issue an official response, insiders suggest that principal owner John W. Henry is unlikely to entertain the offer. Known for his tight control over the club, Henry has historically been resistant even to minority investment, let alone a full sale. Since purchasing Liverpool in 2010 for £300 million, he has maintained full ownership and … Read More

Alessandro Diamanti finds himself in limbo, with no club to play for following the expiration of his loan with Serie A side Atalanta two months ago. At the same time, China’s domestic transfer window has closed, and his path back to Guangzhou Evergrande is completely blocked. Currently, Diamanti is training with Italian third-tier club Prato, a far cry from the glamorous career he once enjoyed. His contract with Evergrande remains unresolved, leaving his future uncertain. However, recent reports from multiple Italian media outlets suggest that Serie A newcomer Pescara is considering signing the veteran playmaker. The club is actively looking for experienced players to bolster its squad and avoid relegation next season. They’ve already reached … Read More