Joao Cancelo has broken his silence regarding his long-term future at Barcelona while detailing the tactical shift under Hansi Flick. The Portuguese international, currently on loan from Al-Hilal, remains a central figure in the Blaugrana's quest for silverware this season and it has been reported that both parties are prepared to extend his stay at the Spotify Camp Nou.
Hansi Flick has issued a clear challenge to Marcus Rashford as Barcelona prepare for their crucial Champions League quarter-final showdown against Atletico Madrid. The German coach addressed the Manchester United loanee's integration into the side while laying down the law regarding tactical discipline on the European stage.
Enzo Fernandez is set to hand in a formal transfer request at Chelsea amid interest from Real Madrid, according to a sensational new report from Spain. The midfielder has been banned for two games by Blues boss Liam Rosenior over comments he made during the March international break, as he appeared to hint at a summer move to Madrid.
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has jumped to the defence of teenage sensation Lamine Yamal following his latest angry outburst after being substituted. Speaking ahead of a massive Champions League quarter-final first leg clash with Atletico Madrid, the German tactician emphasised the need to protect the 18-year-old as he continues his rapid development at the Spotify Camp Nou.
U.S. men's national team striker Patrick Agyemang will miss the World Cup after suffering an Achilles injury, Derby County confirmed. The injury occurred on Monday when the forward was stretchered off against Stoke City.
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has surprisingly stated he would allow Antonio Conte to take charge of the Italy national team if requested. However, the Napoli owner paired that admission with a scathing critique of the current state of Italian football governance.
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has provided critical fitness updates on Bradley Barcola and Fabian Ruiz as his side prepares to host Liverpool in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie. While Barcola has made a surprisingly rapid return to training following an ankle problem, the Parisians remain cautious regarding the availability of their key stars.
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has admitted he is "worried" for Arne Slot’s future following a humiliating 4-0 FA Cup defeat to Manchester City, but he does not want to see the manager sacked. The former captain criticised the lack of fighting spirit in the squad after a run of only one win from their last five games in all competitions.
When Barcelona travelled to take on Atletico Madrid on Saturday, they did so in the knowledge that securing victory would be a giant step towards defending their title in La Liga. Real Madrid had lost at Mallorca earlier in the day, meaning a seven-point gap could potentially be opened up on Los Blancos at the summit.
Liverpool icon Steven Gerrard has identified Bayern Munich star Michael Olise as the ideal "like-for-like" successor to Mohamed Salah ahead of the Egyptian's summer departure. The 33-year-old forward recently confirmed he will end his legendary nine-year stint at Anfield, leaving the Reds’ recruitment team with a monumental task to fill the void on the right wing.
Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman has been forced to rejig her squad slightly ahead of the World Cup qualifiers against Spain and Iceland next week, after an injury withdrawal. The England manager has taken the opportunity to hand out another maiden call-up while also strengthening her squad with a further body, by adding Chelsea full-back Niamh Charles following her strong return to action after three months out.
Former Manchester City and Newcastle United midfielder Joey Barton has pleaded not guilty to a charge of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent. The 41-year-old appeared via video link from HMP Liverpool at Liverpool Crown Court, having been denied bail at a previous hearing over an alleged incident involving a 51-year-old man at a Merseyside golf club.
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has called Marcus Rashford's potential £26 million (£34m) transfer to Barcelona an "absolute robbery". The defender-turned-pundit believes the England international has finally rediscovered his best form on loan at the Spotify Camp Nou and would like to see him return to Old Trafford.
Former Arsenal and Wales star Aaron Ramsey has officially retired from professional football with immediate effect. The 35-year-old playmaker, who remains one of the most decorated players in Welsh history, calls time on a glittering career that spanned nearly two decades and included three FA Cup triumphs with the Gunners.
Manchester United have joined the race for Southampton’s Shea Charles after the midfielder dumped Arsenal out of the FA Cup. The Red Devils face competition from Premier League rivals for the former Manchester City prodigy.
Manchester United legend Patrice Evra has revealed his heartbreak over Carlos Tevez’s controversial move to Manchester City in 2009. The former defender admitted to jokingly threatening the striker after the transfer while suggesting the move was a direct act of "payback" following a breakdown in Tevez's relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson.
Joshua Kimmich has moved to diffuse tensions with Vinicius Junior as Bayern Munich travel to the Santiago Bernabeu to face Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie. The Germany international insists there is no lingering animosity following their previous high-stakes encounters in Europe.
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