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Manchester United's managerial search has taken a fresh twist as club chiefs reportedly turn their attention toward the Bundesliga for a potential Michael Carrick successor. While Eddie Howe was once considered a leading candidate for the Old Trafford hot seat, the INEOS-led hierarchy is now thought to be exploring more unconventional options in Germany.

Liverpool have made a definitive call on the future of teenage winger Rio Ngumoha following fresh reports that Bayern Munich are preparing a €70 million (£58m) approach. Despite the Bundesliga champions holding discussions with the 18-year-old's brother over a 2027 switch to provide cover for Luis Diaz, Anfield chiefs refuse to cash in.

Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Ibrahim Maza has revealed that earning a Kopa Trophy vote from Argentine icon Lionel Messi has fuelled his ambition to win the Ballon d'Or in the future. Meanwhile, the attacking midfielder also opened up on the difficult personal choice he made two years ago to switch his international allegiance from Germany to Algeria.

Harry Kane has officially committed his long-term future to Bayern Munich by putting pen to paper on a massive contract extension at the Allianz Arena. The England captain is set to become the highest-paid player in German football history as the Bavarian giants pull out all the stops to retain their talisman.