Manchester United have stepped up their search for a midfield anchor after holding a private meeting with the representatives of Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes. With Casemiro’s departure now confirmed for the end of the season, the Red Devils have identified the Brazil international as the leading candidate to overhaul their engine room.
Chelsea’s stance on sacking beleaguered boss Liam Rosenior has been revealed, with the Blues enduring a dismal run of four consecutive defeats across Premier League and Champions League competition. Dreams of European glory have been dashed for another year, with Rosenior under pressure to ensure that elite continental action returns to Stamford Bridge in 2026-27.
The board of directors is said to have decided to offer any future manager a contract running until 2027: the names of D'Angelo, Pagliuca and Pecchia are being mentioned
Manchester City will be without key January signing Marc Guehi for their Carabao Cup final showdown against Arsenal at Wembley on Sunday. Despite other winter arrivals being eligible, the England international has been sidelined by a new rule. Pep Guardiola has been left exasperated after the former Crystal Palace defender was officially ruled out.
Swansea City intend to raise concerns with the EFL regarding the special treatment that Wrexham continue to receive, with Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac allowed to take on commentary duties as part of Sky Sports’ coverage of a fierce Welsh derby. The Hollywood superstars were given the chance to call a competitive Championship clash at the Racecourse Ground on March 13.
Cristiano Ronaldo continues to chase down 1,000 career goals and another entry in his history books, but Portugal coach Roberto Martinez insists that target has not become an "obsession". There are no fears, at least not in international circles, that all-time great CR7 will stop passing to his team-mates in a bid to ensure that another individual milestone is reached.
Tottenham interim head coach Igor Tudor has laughed off suggestions that he mistook a member of the Spurs backroom staff for Liverpool manager Arne Slot during a recent trip to Anfield. The Croatian was seen in a viral clip engaging in a warm exchange with a bald-headed man at Anfield, leading many to believe he had suffered a case of mistaken identity.
Jose Mourinho has branded his touchline ban at Benfica a “tragicomedy”, with the punishment handed out to him being “based on a lie”. The enigmatic Portuguese tactician was shown the 15th red card of his colourful coaching career during a reunion with former club Porto. He was accused of kicking a ball towards the opposition bench.
Former Chelsea and Arsenal midfielder Jorginho has publicly lambasted pop sensation Chappell Roan following an allegedly aggressive encounter at a hotel in Sao Paulo. The Italy international claimed that a member of the singer's security team targeted his 11-year-old stepdaughter, leaving the young fan in tears after a simple breakfast interaction.
Lennart Karl has an exciting few weeks ahead of him: the 18-year-old is set to make his debut for the German national team and is due to play for FC Bayern at his dream club.
When Alvaro Arbeloa took over at Real Madrid following the sacking of Xabi Alonso, he made it clear that youth would have a part to play in his reign. Sure, he has plenty of world class expensive talent to pick from, but Arbeloa, who had coached in the academy, vouched for the droves of teenagers who could make at impact in the first team.
FC Bayern are chasing every scoring record, but have recently looked vulnerable at the back. Against Union Berlin, the Munich side kept a clean sheet for the first time in a long while.
BVB manager Niko Kovac is extremely annoyed by one aspect of VAR, whilst Lothar Matthäus took the boos on his birthday in his stride. News and rumours about Borussia Dortmund.
A player on loan from FC Bayern is hoping for a second chance in Munich. An opposing manager is impressed by the German record champions’ style of play. News and rumours about FCB.
Ricardo Pepi's proposed $42 million transfer to Fulham is on hold, but talks could resume between the Premier League club and PSV this summer, sources tell GOAL. The U.S. Men's National Team star nearly completed a move this week, only for the two sides to be unable to finalize the last few details of the deal.
David Moyes has revealed his delight at Everton's "intensity" in their stunning 3-0 win over Chelsea on Saturday, as he praised the effort and intensity of his players. The Toffees recorded a superb win at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, as Beto netted a brace and Ilman Ndiaye scored a stunner.
Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior says he is "100%" responsible for the team's defensive mistakes in the wake of Saturday's disappointing 3-0 defeat to Everton in the Premier League. The Blues slipped to a fourth consecutive defeat in all competitions at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, leaving the manager under increasing pressure at Stamford Bridge and facing a battle to qualify for the Champions League.
Harry Kane has been told he will only break Robert Lewandowski's Bundesliga scoring record at Bayern Munich if Vincent Kompany's side lose to Real Madrid in the Champions League. Kane has 31 goals in just 26 league games this season, and must hit 42 if he is to surpass Lewandowski's record.
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