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Ten Hag 'open' to rebuilding managerial career at Wolves

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is reportedly 'open' to rebuilding his managerial career at Wolves after a brutal sacking by Bayer Leverkusen. The Dutchman lasted just a handful of games before being shown the door after Leverkusen had managed just one win (against a lower-league side in the DFB-Pokal), one draw, and one defeat to begin the season.

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Liverpool agree to sign shock Guehi alternative in 2027

Liverpool have reportedly agreed to sign a shock Marc Guehi alternative in 2027 with personal terms already finalised for the £35 million defender. The Red's frantic transfer window ended in heartbreak after their pursuit of Crystal Palace captain Guehi spectacularly fell through. The England centre-back had been poised for a high-profile Anfield switch, even undergoing medical checks, before Palace chairman Steve Parish pulled the plug at the final hour.

How Ten Hag got himself sacked after just three games

The Dutchman was hamstrung by a raft of big departures, but his lack of passion and stubbornness rubbed his new employers up the wrong way

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Leverkusen slammed for hiring 'wrong' coach Ten Hag

Lothar Matthaus has launched a scathing verdict on Bayer Leverkusen’s decision to appoint Erik ten Hag after club sacked the coach.

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Leverkusen send Liverpool message after Frimpong's bizarre goal

Bayer Leverkusen have reacted to Jeremie Frimpong's first goal for Liverpool after the Dutchman's floated cross found the back of the net.

Ex-Arsenal star Xhaka seals shock £17m transfer to Sunderland

Granit Xhaka has sealed a shock return to the Premier League with Sunderland despite Erik ten Hag's plea for him to stay at Bayer Leverkusen.

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Quansah's medical booked for Leverkusen move

Jarell Quansah has had his medical booked in ahead of the young Liverpool defender completing a move to Bayer Leverkusen.

Revealed: How Ten Hag has already 'upset' Xhaka at Leverkusen

Former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has reportedly already "upset" Granit Xhaka at Bayer Leverkusen.

Winners & losers of Liverpool's record-breaking Wirtz swoop

The new Premier League champions have pulled off a major coup by landing the Germany international, who can take them to an even higher level

A PL raid?! Ten Hag identifies shock Wirtz replacement

Bournemouth forward Justin Kluivert has emerged as a candidate to fill the void left by Florian Wirtz at Bayer Leverkusen.

How Liverpool can afford blockbuster Wirtz transfer

Liverpool's healthy finances mean that a record-breaking deal for Florian Wirtz poses virtually no risk of a Profit and Sustainability Rule breach.

RANKED: Grealish's transfer options after City CWC snub

GOAL runs through the winger's possible next destinations after what appears to be the final nail in the coffin of his career at Etihad Stadium

'Exciting talent' - Robertson reacts to Liverpool's Wirtz pursuit

Andy Robertson labelled Liverpool target Florian Wirtz an "exciting talent" as the Reds aim to wrap up a deal for the exciting Germany playmaker.

Leverkusen target £40m Liverpool ace in bid to strengthen defence

Bayer Leverkusen reportedly want Jarell Quansah in their bid to strengthen Erik ten Hag's squad as Liverpool close in on Florian Wirtz.

Liverpool agree record €150m deal for Wirtz

Liverpool have agreed a €150m deal to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, smashing the British transfer record.

Man Utd set steep price tag for Garnacho amid Chelsea & Atletico interest

Manchester United have reportedly set a steep final price tag for Alejandro Garnacho amid interest from Chelsea and Atletico Madrid.

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Leverkusen 'monitoring' Antony as Ten Hag plots reunion

Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly "monitoring" Antony as Erik ten Hag plots a reunion with the Manchester United flop who thrived at Real Betis.

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'Make it happen' - Gerrard gives glowing Wirtz endorsement

Steven Gerrard has backed Florian Wirtz to shine at Anfield and urged Liverpool to complete the transfer quickly.

Wirtz gives subtle response to Liverpool transfer question

Florian Wirtz gave a subtle response when quizzed about a potential transfer to Liverpool after Germany’s loss to Portugal in the Nations League.

'A no-brainer' - Frimpong completes €35m transfer to Liverpool

Liverpool have completed the £30 million ($40m) signing of Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen.

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Tah explains how Alonso's 'natural aura' convinced him to snub Bayern

Jonathan Tah has revealed how Xabi Alonso's "natural aura" convinced him to snub Bayern Munich and stay at Bayer Leverkusen.

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Real Madrid officially announce Alonso as new manager

Real Madrid have announced Xabi Alonso as their new manager, replacing Carlo Ancelotti in the Bernabeu hotseat.

Man Utd join race to land Cherki as Liverpool focus on Wirtz

Manchester United have reportedly joined the race to land Lyon star Rayan Cherki as Liverpool choose to instead focus on Florian Wirtz.

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Alonso's wanted list! Real Madrid told the TWO players he wants

Xabi Alonso has reportedly drawn up a two-man shortlist of players he wants to sign at Real Madrid if he replaces Carlo Ancelotti as manager.

Alonso's future decided! Bayer Leverkusen chief reveals all

Bayer Leverkusen chief Simon Rolfes has revealed what manager Xabi Alonso has told him about his plans for the future.

Slot in 'regular contact' with Frimpong as €40m star plots move

Liverpool are reportedly in "regular contact" with Jeremie Frimpong, with the Bayer Leverkusen star targeting a move away from the Bundesliga.

Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.

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