Ryan Bertrand: Last News

Star Sport looks at the unlikely Chelsea heroes of 2012 and where they are now, just in case you had forgot them…On paper, it was an absolutely bizarre call from Di Matteo to hand Ryan Bertrand his Chelsea debut in a Champions League final against Bayern Munich.But it was a tactical gamble that actually paid off handsomely for both the Italian coach and, of course, Bertrand.The left-back, who was 21 at the time, was deployed in the unfamiliar role of a defensive winger, with the sole purpose of helping Ashley Cole snuff out threat of the crafty Dutchman, Arjen Robben.For the best part of 120 minutes, Bertrand and Cole did their job as Robben endured a quiet game by his standards before the Blues famously won on penalties in front of the

Arsenal are reportedly in talks to sign Ryan Bertrand on a free transfer this summer - but fans fear they will be making another "Willian-esque" mistake.According to the Daily Mail, the Gunners have set their sights on a move for Bertrand, who is due to leave Southampton upon the expiry of his contract this summer.The 31-year-old, who won the Champions League and Europa League in his time at rivals Chelsea, would likely provide backup at left-back for first-choice star Kieran Tierney.However, the Arsenal faithful believe it will represent another "lazy signing" from Gunners chiefs following Willian's underwhelming debut season.Willian also arrived at the Emirates on a free transfer last summer, joining Mikel Arteta's side after calling time

Arsenal have ‘intensified talks’ with Southampton full-back Ryan Bertrand as they look to provide Kieran Tierney with cover.The Gunners emerged as an interested party in the Englishman’s signature after the announcement of his south-coast exit this summer.He will leave for free this summer when his contract expires on June 30, having made nearly 250 appearances over seven seasons after arriving from Chelsea. And the Daily Mail have reported that the North London side are now acting on their interest in Bertrand.

Southampton legend Franny Benali wants Ralph Hasenhuttl and his men to use the 9-0 thumping Leicester inflicted on them 18 months ago as fuel for today’s FA Cup semi-final.

Martin Odegaard will have to wait to make his Arsenal debut unless they can sell another player, though Ryan Bertrand could slot straight in if he signed from Southampton.

Southampton defender Ryan Bertrand has identified Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes as Manchester United's two danger men ahead of this weekend's clash.

Manchester United.The Saints have caught the eye this season under Ralph Hasenhuttl and picked up five wins from their opening eight league games.Following the international break, Southampton face Wolves before hosting United at the end of the month.United have made a slow start to the campaign but earned an important 3-1 win over Everton last weekend, helped by a brace from Fernandes.Fernandes has been involved in 15 Premier League goals in his 10 Premier League away matches since joining in January.And he has an impressive 18 goals in all competitions this year, marking himself out as one of the best attacking players in Europe.Rashford is United's leading scorer for the season with seven goals and he's also provided three assists.Want

Celtic 's first-team? Surely, it doesn't get much tougher.That's why, even though he's not at Parkhead any more, it's impossible not to admire Calvin Miller.When his Hoops youth team pals were going out he would be at home heating milk bottles or changing nappies.For Miller and his partner Shannon, their new baby girl Olivia was the priority. In an instant, the teenage Castlemilk couple became adults.Rather than let it derail his Celtic aspirations, the birth of his daughter only made Miller more determined to make the grade at Parkhead.

Sometimes it’s better to be lucky than good.