Football News – Thomas Vermaelen

Celtic’s New Face Drops a Thomas Vermaelen Bombshell with Remarkable Statement

Celtic’s intricate web of transfer machinations has been meticulously woven, with the acquisition of Japanese center-back, Yuki Kobayashi, serving as a prelude to the forthcoming winter transfer window. The stage is now set for the potential addition of Alistair Johnston, a move contingent upon the conclusion of his World Cup campaign with Canada, a moment eagerly anticipated, despite the calendar firmly placing us in the heart of November.

While the Hoops’ new Japanese recruit, known affectionately as the “Japanese Bhoy,” is compelled to await his debut until January, anticipatory excitement fills the air as he is poised to join his new comrades at the training sojourn in Portugal this week. In an emotional farewell, Kobayashi’s former club, Vissel Kobe, bid him adieu and extended their best wishes for his endeavors in the heart of Glasgow.

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According to Thomas Vermaelen, He Is in a Position of Luxury

Despite not being included in the Red Devils staff under the new national coach, Thomas Vermaelen remains calm about his future involvement with the Belgian Football Association. The former defender is eagerly awaiting new offers and isn’t fretting about his exclusion.

Vermaelen expressed his appreciation for the time he spent with the Belgian Football Association, citing it as a valuable learning experience. He shared that his time with the staff was fruitful, thanks to the experienced and harmonious working environment. Vermaelen appreciated the diligence and humor of his colleagues, which made his role more comfortable to perform. Continue reading

Thomas Vermaelen Retires and Is Expected to Join as a Coach

As Belgium pursues a major title, veteran defender Thomas Vermaelen is retiring and joining the coaching staff. The news was made public on Friday by the football federation of Belgium. After two and a half years with Vissel Kobe, Vermaelen, 36, was out of contract. He had signed with Vissel Kobe after leaving Barcelona. Vermaelen, who has also played for Ajax, Arsenal, and Roma, will work as an assistant for Roberto Martinez, the coach of Belgium.

He will assist his former teammates in preparing for the World Cup in Qatar, where Belgium’s golden generation of players will attempt to end a string of disappointing performances at major competitions. Vermaelen stated, “This challenge is extremely exciting for me.” Belgium advanced to the semifinals of the 2018 World Cup under the leadership of Romelu Lukaku, Thibaut Courtois, Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard, and Thibaut Courtois. Continue reading

Thomas Vermaelen as an Assistant Coach for Belgium

Beginning of 2022 there was news of Thomas Vermaelen retiring from active games. He gave up his playing career and joined the coaching staff of Belgium. This was at the time when the national team of Belgium was chasing a major league title. The soccer federation was announced in January 2022. Vermaelen, 36 years of age, had been out of an active contract for quite some time. The last contract that he signed with was Vissel Kobe, a Japanese club. He joined the Japanese club after he left Barcelona.

Vermaelen had played for clubs such as Roma, Arsenal, and Ajax. After retirement, his first assignment has been assistant coach to Belgium’s team coach Roberto Martinez. The latter stated that Thomas would bring in a good experience for the club. He would also be a good asset to the technical staff. During his playing years, he had played scored two goals and played in a total of 85 matches, all for Belgium. Continue reading Thomas Vermaelen as an Assistant Coach for Belgium

Yuki Kobayashi Praises Thomas Vermaelen in His Twitter Video

Celtic has already proceeded with the transfer plans and is dealing with Yuki Kobayashi, the Japanese center-back. He is a new signing, which has been confirmed already before the winter window opens. The next player to be signed is Alistar Johnston.

Even though the Hoop’s new Japanese Bhoy cannot play before January, he can join his new teammates at the training camp. Vissel Kobe, Kobayashi’s previous club bid farewell and wished him luck. He shared a warm message with a video on their official YouTube account about Kobayashi’s move. In the video, Kobayashi was seen praising his ex-teammate, Thomas Vermaelen in Japan. The two had been together at Vissel Kobe for some time with the Belgian player joining in 2019 from Barcelona before retiring in January 2022. Continue reading

VERMAELEN: ARSENAL HAVE 8 TARGETS THEY COULD SIGN IN JANUARY

Arsenal have a host of transfer targets they could look to sign in the January transfer window, according to their former player Thomas Vermaelen. Mikel Arteta is claimed to be ‘ready’ to sign a central midfielder and a winger if the right deal is available. Express Sport looks at eight players the Gunners could look to bring in during the winter window.

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Leicester star Tielemans has been linked with Arsenal throughout 2022. His contract expires at the end of the season and looks set to leave for free if he doesn’t move in January. Tielemans has not had a good start to the season with the Foxes. A Continue reading VERMAELEN: ARSENAL HAVE 8 TARGETS THEY COULD SIGN IN JANUARY

BELGIUM IN CONTENTION FOR FINAL PHASE

The Red Devils of Belgium are still in contention for the final phase of the UEFA Nations League this season after their win over Wales in Group A4. Belgium are ranked second on the FIFA Ranking and they are in the same group as the Netherlands, Poland and Wales.

Manager Roberto Martinez and his coaching staff members including Thomas Vermaelen watched on from the sidelines as Belgium beat Wales 2-1 at home to remain in contention for a place in the final phase of the Nations League scheduled to take place next summer. Former Arsenal, AS Roma and Barcelona defender Thomas Vermaelen is now part of the Belgium national team coaching crew after his retirement as a professional footballer. The assistant manager role for Thomas Vermaelen was confirmed by Belgium earlier this year. Continue reading

EXPECTED ARSENAL LINE-UP VS FC ZURICH AS VERMAELEN TIPS GUNNERS FOR VICTORY

Arsenal start their Europa League group stage campaign with an away trip to FC Zurich this evening. The Gunners saw their perfect start to the season end with a 3-1 Premier League loss to Manchester United on Sunday, and Mikel Arteta will want a strong response. The Spaniard is still expected to make numerous changes to the starting line-up, considering a few of them may need to be rested after starting six games on the bounce.

Formation: 4-3-3

Arsenal’s expected line-up:

Matt Turner looks set for his competitive Arsenal debut. The United States international is likely to remain the Gunners’ first-choice keeper during the group stage of the Europa League. Aaron Ramsdale could feature in the knockout phase if the club qualify. Continue reading EXPECTED ARSENAL LINE-UP VS FC ZURICH AS VERMAELEN TIPS GUNNERS FOR VICTORY

VERMAELEN: NATIONAL TEAM CAREER IN FOCUS

Belgian star Thomas Vermaelen had an attacking return of two goals in 85 appearances for his country’s senior team before he called time on his national team career. He spent 15 years with the Belgium senior team until his retirement was confirmed last year.

Thomas Vermaelen played for Belgium at the u-19 and u-21 levels before being handed his senior team debut at the start of 2006. He played his first game for the Belgium senior team against Luxembourg at the age of 20. The game between Belgium and Luxembourg in March 2006. Vermaelen spent almost three years with the senior team before being named the captain. He was made the skipper for the Belgium senior team officially on October 8, 2009. Thomas Vermaelen became the Belgium senior team captain just before the 2010 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Turkey and Estonia. Continue reading

THOMAS VERMAELEN ‘LIKES’ WHAT TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR HAVE NOW DONE

Former Arsenal and Barcelona defender Thomas Vermaelen seems pleased to see Clement Lenglet move to Antonio Conte’s Tottenham Hotspur in the summer transfer window, according to his Instagram activity. Vermaelen has ‘liked’ the post on Instagram that Lenglet has made after joining Tottenham on loan from Barcelona in the summer transfer window.

Tottenham announced on their official website on Friday that they have secured the services of the 27-year-old. The France international central defender has moved to Tottenham on loan for the 2022-23 season. Vermaelen, now the assistant manager of Belgium, played with Lenglet at Barcelona. Continue reading