Despite facing challenges in his club career at Manchester United, manager Gareth Southgate has affirmed that Harry Maguire will continue to be a starting player for the England national team. Maguire’s struggles at Manchester United saw him lose his starting spot at the beginning of the season, falling to the status of the fourth or fifth-choice center-back. There were even talks of a potential transfer to West Ham for £30 million in the summer, although the deal fell through as Manchester United declined to accept the offered compensation. Further complicating Maguire’s situation, he was stripped of his captaincy…
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Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani has made a significant surprise bid for ownership of Manchester United, creating a new twist in the ongoing saga of the club’s sale. The Raine Group, the investment firm handling the sale, is yet to determine its preferred offer, and British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe has also expressed interest in acquiring the club. Insiders familiar with the situation have revealed that Sheikh Jassim’s Qatari bid, which is being driven by the Nine Two Foundation established specifically for this purpose, is now more optimistic than ever about securing the deal before Sir Jim Ratcliffe. …
Paul Pogba, a former member of Manchester United, has been embroiled in a controversy as reports from Italy suggest that he may have tested positive for testosterone use following a Juventus game. As of now, there has been no official acknowledgment from the player, Juventus, Serie A, or the Italian Football Federation regarding these reports. According to news agency ANSA, the allegations surfaced after Pogba, who currently plays for Juventus, was randomly tested following the Italian team’s Serie A match against Udinese on August 20. It was reported that he had excessive levels of the hormone testosterone during this…
Rio Ferdinand has offered some cautionary words to Mikel Arteta and Arsenal supporters regarding their enthusiasm for Gabriel Jesus at the start of the season. While Jesus has made a notable impact for Arsenal, Ferdinand believes it’s essential not to get carried away just yet. According to Ferdinand, it’s crucial to keep things in perspective and not overshadow the accomplishments of players like Erling Haaland, who has taken Jesus’s place at Manchester City. Jesus has indeed been a fantastic addition to Arsenal, with two goals and three assists in five games, contributing to their early-season success. Arsenal’s unbeaten run…
Joao Cancelo’s absence from Manchester City’s Community Shield team, despite speculations of a transfer to Barcelona, raised questions among fans and pundits. The City manager, Pep Guardiola, provided an explanation for Cancelo’s omission from the starting lineup. City faced Arsenal in the Community Shield and lost 4-1 on penalties, with Leandro Trossard scoring the equalizer in the 111th minute after Cole Palmer had given City the lead. Cancelo, who had joined City from Bayern Munich and participated in the preseason, was notably left out of the starting XI. One of the prevailing theories for Cancelo’s absence was his…
Stale Solbakken, the head coach of the Norwegian national football team, has expressed his reservations about Erling Haaland winning the Ballon d’Or this year. Despite Haaland’s exceptional performance in the previous season, where he scored an astonishing 36 goals in just 35 games and broke the Premier League’s single-season goal-scoring record, Solbakken believes that Lionel Messi should be the deserving recipient of the prestigious award. Haaland’s remarkable achievements continued in the Champions League, where he led all players with 12 goals and helped his team, Manchester City, secure the championship in Istanbul. These accomplishments have sparked widespread calls for…
Reportedly, three Premier League clubs, namely Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Manchester City, are closely monitoring the performance of Atletico Madrid’s defender, Nahuel Molina. According to information from Ok Fichajes, these clubs are considering making a move for the 25-year-old at the end of the current season. Molina’s existing contract with Atletico Madrid is set to last until the summer of 2027, but the Spanish club is aiming to secure his services until 2029. Speculation has arisen concerning the player’s release clause, which could be in the vicinity of €90 million, making him a significant investment for any club. …
Mauricio Pochettino Reveals Potential Eden Hazard Reunion With Chelsea Amid Retirement Speculations Eden Hazard, who faced a tumultuous exit from Chelsea, has recently emerged as a candidate for a remarkable return to the West London club. Despite enduring a challenging stint with Los Blancos, Chelsea supporters are hopeful for his comeback. Chelsea’s struggles last season, finishing in 10th place, have left fans yearning for a revival. The club, despite ushering in promising young talents, may still grapple with a period of adjustment for these newcomers. Pochettino, the manager entrusted with Chelsea’s resurgence, is acutely aware of the…
Liverpool is facing a significant challenge in retaining Jurgen Klopp as their manager amidst strong indications that he could be the top choice to succeed Joachim Low as the head coach of the German national football team. Klopp’s tenure at Liverpool has been nothing short of remarkable, leading the club to numerous successes, including winning the Premier League in 2020, ending a 30-year championship drought. Klopp’s legacy at Liverpool is undeniable, with a remarkable win percentage and his name mentioned among the club’s all-time greats. However, the allure of managing his national team has always been in the background.…
Erling Haaland, one of the rising stars in football, recently opened up about his perspective on the evolving landscape of the sport, particularly in the context of the Ballon d’Or competition and the legacy of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Despite being seen as a potential rival to Kylian Mbappe, Haaland emphasized his respect for both Messi and Ronaldo, acknowledging their remarkable longevity and excellence throughout their careers. The Ballon d’Or shortlist, which notably excluded Cristiano Ronaldo for the first time in two decades, features players like Haaland, who is 23, and Mbappe, who is 24. Meanwhile, Messi, at…