Thomas Tuchel has thrown his full weight behind Harry Kane to become the first Englishman in over two decades to claim the Ballon d’Or. The Three Lions boss believes his captain is only getting better with age and sees no reason why the prolific striker cannot remain the focal point of the national team for years to come.
Former Newcastle United striker Andy Carroll has made a shocking revelation about his record-breaking transfer to Liverpool, admitting he desperately hoped to fail his medical. In his new autobiography, the English forward opens up on how he felt forced out of his boyhood club and the struggles he faced with his lifestyle after securing a massive pay rise at Anfield.
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz has thrust himself into the Ballon d’Or conversation, citing his immense trophy haul as a primary reason for his candidacy. The Spain international believes his collective success over the past year should place him among the frontrunners for football’s most prestigious individual accolade.
Karim Benzema has seen a planned promotional photoshoot with Nike cancelled at the last minute. The sportswear giant abruptly ended the potential collaboration after concluding that the former Real Madrid forward's off-pitch history did not align with their brand values, scrapping a scheduled streetwear campaign filming session in London before he could even travel.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has confessed that his time in the dugout may be over unless one of his former clubs comes calling. The iconic ex-striker, who has transitioned into a successful punditry career, named only two vacancies that could tempt him back to the touchline.
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