Carlo Ancelotti has refused to rule out a fairytale return to the Brazil national team for veteran defender Thiago Silva ahead of the upcoming World Cup. Despite the centre-back now being 41 years old, the Italian tactician believes quality and experience far outweigh any numbers found on a passport.
The Catalan derby has long been one of the most feisty fixtures in the Spanish calendar, but the latest instalment has left a bitter taste for those in the blue and white half of the city. Following Barcelona's dominant 4-1 victory, Espanyol midfielder Pol Lozano has hit out at the Blaugrana stars for their conduct away from the cameras despite the convincing scoreline.
Andy Robertson has hailed Liverpool starlet Rio Ngumoha as "unbelievable" after the teenager ignored his instructions to score a stunning goal against Fulham. The veteran full-back admitted he was shouting for a pass on the overlap, but was more than happy to be proven wrong by the youngster's clinical finish at Anfield.
Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick has revealed that he is already spearheading the club's strategy for the upcoming summer transfer window. Despite the ongoing search for a permanent successor to Ruben Amorim, the 44-year-old is playing a central role in shaping the squad's future.
