Axel Witsel

Axel Witsel

Axel Witsel

  • Date of Birth: 12 January 1989
  • Birthplace: Liège, Liège, Belgium
  • Position: Midfielder

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Jose Mourinho keen on landing Belgian midfielder

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is reportedly keen on acquiring the signature of Belgium midfielder Axel Witsel from Borussia Dortmund next summer.

Mousa Dembele to leave Tottenham for China?

Tottenham midfielder Mousa Dembele could be set for a shock move to China, as question marks remain over the Belgian's long-term future at the North London side. Dembele had been locked in talks with numerous teams over the summer but has so far decided to stay put with Spurs.

Manchester United offered chance to sign World Cup semi-finalist

Manchester United have reportedly been offered the opportunity to sign midfielder Axel Witsel from Tianjin Quanjian during the ongoing transfer window.

Is Belgium's golden generation now ready?

Another victory for Belgium against Brazil in the World Cup signalled the country's unbeaten tournament so far. Is this finally Belgium's time to shine?

Nainggolan fails to make cut for Belgium squad

Radja Nainggolan is a surprise omission from Belgium's World Cup this summer. Roberto Martinez has named his final 23-man squad and Roma midfielder Nainggolan is a victim of the cull; with Martinez opting for a youthful looking squad.

Axel Witsel: a brilliant player wasted in China

Axel Witsel followed the likes of Oscar to the Chinese Super League in 2017 and for many, that was a disappointing decision. Witsel has still yet to have tested himself in any of Europe's top five leagues. 

Aubameyang close to China move

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang looked set to join Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain not too long ago before the French club pulled out of the deal. Now, amid interest from Liverpool, the Gabon striker is preparing to join Chinese Super League club Tianjin Quanjian. 

Chelsea striker agrees China move?

Chelsea striker Diego Costa has reportedly agreed a deal in principle to join Chinese club Tianjin Quanjian during the summer transfer window.

Man Utd face China fight for Marcelo Brozovic

Manchester United will reportedly have to fend off interest from the Chinese Super League in order to sign midfielder Marcelo Brozovic in the summer.

Leicester turn down Islam Slimani bid

Leicester City have reportedly knocked back advances from Tianjin Quanjian for Algerian striker Islam Slimani.