Author: Silver Emmanuel

27May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

PREMIER LEAGUE

Amorim says Champions League absence could benefit Man Utd

BILBAO, SPAIN - MAY 21: Dejection for Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim and Alejandro Garnacho at the end of the match during the UEFA Europa League Final 2025 between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United at San Mames Stadium on May 21, 2025 in Bilbao, Spain. (Photo by Rob Newell - CameraSport via Getty Images) Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim said on Tuesday that missing out on Champions League football could be a blessing in disguise in his attempts to rebuild the fallen giants. The Portuguese coach addressed the media in the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur fresh from United's worst season since 1974, having come 15th in the Premier League. They missed out on a Champions League lifeline -- and with it a financial windfall -- by losing to fellow strugglers Spurs 1-0 in the ...

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27May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

TRANSFERS

Newcastle United given fresh hope – Brentford open to huge £60m deal

WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - MAY 25: Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo celebrates scoring the opening goal during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers FC and Brentford FC at Molineux on May 25, 2025 in Wolverhampton, England. Newcastle United have been linked with a move for Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo throughout the season. Thomas Frank has reiterated that Brentford are “open” to offers for Bryan Mbeumo this summer amid reported Newcastle United interest. Speculation has ramped up regarding the Cameroon international’s future this season. An impressive 28 Premier League goal contributions helped Brentford fill the void left by Ivan Toney. A right-sided player, Mbeumo can also operate as a No.9 - a potentially useful asset to Newcastle. Alexander Isak is the undisputed first-cho...

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27May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

SERIE A

Napoli chief appears to confirm Antonio Conte will leave the club

Antonio Conte Head Coach of SSC Napoli during the trophy ceremony for the Italian Champions following the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and Cagliari Calcio at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on May 23, 2025 in Naples, Italy. Napoli's club president has appeared to confirm that manager Antonio Conte will leave just three days after guiding them to the Serie A title. Conte, 55, only joined Napoli at the beginning of the 2024-25 season, but already appears to be preparing to move on. As quoted by Football Italia, Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis said: 'I wish Conte continuing success in his professional life. Thank you, Antonio.' The team enjoyed an open-top bus parade on Monday afternoon around the Bay of Naples to celebrate their second Scudetto in three seasons. Napoli were in...

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26May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Leverkusen confirm Liverpool interest in Wirtz

MAINZ, GERMANY - MAY 17: Florian Wirtz of Bayer 04 Leverkusen react during the Bundesliga match between 1. FSV Mainz 05 and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at MEWA Arena on May 17, 2025 in Mainz, Germany. At a press conference announcing former Manchester United coach Erik Ten Hag will take over as manager after Xabi Alonso's departure for Real Madrid, Rolfes said Liverpool were chasing Wirtz but a deal was not yet done. "He's our player... No question there's a lot of interest," Rolfes said. "It's an open topic with Florian, we'll see. "That there's concrete interest from Liverpool, that's clear, but there's nothing more to say at the moment." Liverpool have been linked with a big-money move for the 22-year-old, who recently visited Merseyside. Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro previously said he wo...

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26May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

SERIE A

Fiorentina fight to keep De Gea after AS Monaco interest

David De Gea of ACF Fiorentina gestures during the UEFA Conference League 2024/25 Semi Final Second Leg match between ACF Fiorentina and Real Betis Balompie at Stadio Artemio Franchi on May 8, 2025 in Florence, Italy. David De Gea saw his career revitalised by Fiorentina, but now the club must fight to keep him after Fabrizio Romano reported an approach from AS Monaco. The 34-year-old had been out of action for a year after his contract with Manchester United expired in July 2023, seeing him prefer to sit out rather than sign for a side he didn’t appreciate. He did not look at all rusty, making a series of spectacular saves for Fiorentina this season, which helped them to reach the Conference League semi-final and finish sixth in Serie A. De Gea born again in Florence De Gea made 42 co...

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26May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

BUNDESLIGA

Ten Hag succeeds Alonso as Bayer Leverkusen boss

The new head coach of German Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen, Erik ten Hag delivers a press conference in Leverkusen, western Germany, on May 26, 2025. Hag will take over as head coach of German Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen, with a contract running until June 30, 2027, the club announced on May 26, 2025. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER / AFP) (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images) Erik ten Hag has been confirmed as the new manager of Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen.Ten Hag, who had been out of work since being sacked by Manchester United last October, replaces Xabi Alonso as boss after the Spanish coach left to join Real Madrid. Leverkusen finished second in the Bundesliga this season but still boast much of the squad that helped them win the title in a historic unbeaten leagu...

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26May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Spanish champs Barcelona end season in style

BILBAO, SPAIN - MAY 25: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates with his teammates after scoring his team's second goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Athletic Club and FC Barcelona at Estadio de San Mames on May 25, 2025 in Bilbao, Spain. Barcelona have capped their title-winning campaign with a 3-0 victory at Athletic Bilbao, with Robert Lewandowski scoring twice but falling short of catching Kylian Mbappe as the Spanish league's top scorer for the season. Lewandowski found the net in the 14th and 17th minutes in Bilbao to finish the season with 27 goals, four fewer than Frenchman Mbappe, who scored twice in Real Madrid's 2-0 win against Real Sociedad on Saturday. Poland international Lewandowski hadn't scored since April 9 in a Champions League match against Boruss...

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26May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Man United agree Matheus Cunha deal

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MAY 2: Wolverhampton Wanderers' Matheus Cunha in action during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Etihad Stadium on May 2, 2025 in Manchester, England. Manchester United have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Wolves striker Matheus Cunha with the club set to trigger his £62.5million release clause. A verbal agreement has been made with the forward joining on a five-year deal, with an option for a further year. United have endured a miserable season, losing in the Europa League final to Tottenham, and won't compete in Europe next season for just the second time in 35 years after finishing in 15th in the Premier League. Ruben Amorim is desperate to bolster his attacking options with Rasmus Hojlund misfiring, while Alejand...

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26May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

SERIE A

Igor Tudor says his future at Juventus will be decided before the Club World Cup

VENICE, ITALY - MAY 25: Igor Tudor of Juventus during the Serie A match between Venezia and Juventus at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo on May 25, 2025 in Venice, Italy. After helping Juventus secure Champions League football for next season on Sunday night in Venice, it appears as though interim manager Igor Tudor has drawn a line in the sand when it comes to his future at the club. And it also sounds like we will find out shortly as to whether the Croatian will be Juve’s manager going forward — and even at the Club World Cup this summer. During his post-match media availability on Sky Italia following Juve’s 3-2 win over Venezia that secured a fourth-place finish and Champions League qualification, Tudor said that he will discuss his future with the club “very soon.” On top of that, Tudor e...

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25May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

PREMIER LEAGUE

Marcus Rashford provides injury update ahead of Manchester United return

BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 2:Marcus Rashford of Aston Villa during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion FC and Aston Villa FC at Amex Stadium on April 2, 2025 in Brighton, England. Manchester United loanee Marcus Rashford has provided an update on his recovery from injury ahead of the final Premier League game of the season. The 27-year-old joined Aston Villa on loan during the January transfer window. He impressed with his performances at Villa Park with four goals and six assists in his 17 appearances. A hamstring injury has, however, seen him miss the last four games in all competitions. United host Villa at Old Trafford in this afternoon’s season finale. With Rashford not eligible to play against his parent club, it means his season is over. The forward has, howev...

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25May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

Ligue 1

Barcola helps PSG win French Cup ahead of UEFA Champions League final

PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 24: Marquinhos of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates with the trophy and his teammate after winning the French Cup Final against Stade De Reims at Stade de France on May 24, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Aurelien Meunier - PSG/PSG via Getty Images) Bradley Barcola scored two goals and set up another as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) beat Reims 3-0 in the Coupe de France final on Saturday, before switching their focus back to the quest for a breakthrough continental title. Barcola was assisted twice by Desire Doue and created a goal for right back Achraf Hakimi late in the first half. The victory gave PSG a record-extending 16th Coupe de France – six more than next-best Marseille – and completed a domestic treble, having sealed a record-extending 13th Ligue 1 title in domina...

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25May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Bayern Munich ‘target £68m Premier League star as Wirtz alternative’

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 20: Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze celebrates scoring his side's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers FC at Selhurst Park on May 20, 2025 in London, England. Bayern Munich are lining up a move for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, as per a report. The Bundesliga giants have admitted defeat in their pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz, with the £126million attacking midfielder looking Liverpool-bound. Reports in Germany revealed on Saturday that Wirtz informed Bayern chiefs of his desire to play for the Merseyside club, as he is keen on a new challenge outside of Germany after spending five years in Leverkusen's first team. Indeed, Bayern have turned their attention to alternatives, with Eze next o...

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25May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Carlo Ancelotti to leave Real Madrid after final match at Santiago Bernabeu

MADRID, SPAIN - MAY 24: Tribute to Carlo Ancelotti after his last match as head coach of Real Madrid after the Spanish League, LaLiga EA Sports, football match played between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad on May 24, 2025, in Madrid, Spain. Real Madrid and head coach Carlo Ancelotti have reached an agreement that will see the Italian manager step down from his role after the club’s final match of the season. According to an official statement from the club, Ancelotti will lead Real Madrid for the last time on Saturday at Santiago Bernabéu. The match will mark the end of his successful era with the Spanish giants, bringing closure to a tenure that has seen immense success. During his time in charge, Ancelotti managed Real Madrid across six campaigns and secured 15 trophies. These titles ...

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25May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

NEWS

Zlatko Dalić: “I would never give up on Luka Modrić”

SPLIT, CROATIA - NOVEMBER 18: Croatia Head Coach Zlatko Dalic and Luka Modric of Croatia during the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League A Group A1 match between Croatia and Portugal at Poljud Stadium on November 18, 2024 in Split, Croatia. Croatia National Team manager Zlatko Dalić said he would never give up on Real Madrid legend Luka Modric despite his age. He was asked about it, and he said: ““I would never give up on Luka Modrić, regardless of how old he is. But that’s the [Real Madrid] policy. Remember that Casillas, Raúl or Sergio Ramos left this club, in a much uglier way than Luka. “He is truly a top value and character, he helps young players and I would never give him up.” Dalić was asked about Modric’s next steps, to which he gave a very clear answer. He said: “Knowing Luka, ...

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24May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona negotiating a fee lower than €20m for outcast as he accepts Ligue 1 switch

Ansu Fati of FC Barcelona during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olímpic Lluís Companys on May 18, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Ansu Fati appears all set to bring an end to his tenure at FC Barcelona with tomorrow’s La Liga clash against Athletic Club expected to be his final one. The 22-year-old La Masia forward was seen as the future of the team when he broke into the senior setup as a teenager. Injuries and recurring physical problems, however, meant that he has been unable to live up to the potential. Having failed to feature much under Hansi Flick this season, Ansu is now set to be on the move in the summer, with AS Monaco set to be his next destination. Barcelona, Monaco negotiating fee It was earlier suggested that Ansu might be joining Monaco on a loan ...

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24May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Real Madrid star limps out of Real Sociedad clash with injury

MADRID, SPAIN - MAY 24: Brahim Díaz of Real Madrid lay injured on the ground during the LaLiga match between Real Madrid CF and Real Sociedad at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on May 24, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Diego Souto/Getty Images) La Liga giants Real Madrid have on Saturday been dealt a fresh blow on the personnel front. This comes owing to developments in the club’s meeting with Real Sociedad. Real Madrid are of course currently locked in action, having welcomed Imanol’s Sociedad to Spain’s capital as part of the season’s final round of La Liga fixtures. As things stand, Los Blancos lead by a goal to nil, owing to a first-half penalty on the part of top scorer Kylian Mbappé. As alluded to above, though, it has not been all smooth sailing for the evening’s hosts at the Santiago...

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24May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Everton manager acknowledges club’s interest in Liam Delap

NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - MARCH 3: Ipswich Town's Liam Delap warming up before the match during the Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round match between Nottingham Forest and Ipswich Town at City Ground on March 3, 2025 in Nottingham, England. Everton have already held talks with Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap and are also monitoring Liverpool winger Ben Doak, on loan at Championship side Middlesbrough. Delap, who has a £30m release clause following Ipswich’s relegation, is the subject of plenty of interest from clubs across the Premier League. He is reportedly wanted by Manchester United, Chelsea, and Newcastle United and although Everton are “a bit behind the black ball”, they could offer Delap the chance to lead the frontline next season and make him the face of their new project under the Frie...

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24May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

NEWS

Ronaldo in ‘discussions’ to play at FIFA Club World Cup

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - MAY 07: Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr reacts during the Saudi Pro League match between Al Nassr and Al Ittihad at Al-Awwal Park on May 07, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Cristiano Ronaldo is in “discussions” to play at FIFA’s inaugural Club World Cup this summer, according to the president of the sport’s global governing body. Gianni Infantino says the former Manchester United and Real Madrid forward might play in the tournament, which is being staged in the United States in June, because of a unique transfer window. Ronaldo’s Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr did not qualify for the tournament, but Infantino suggested that the Portugal star could switch to one of the 32 teams participating in the tournament. “Cristiano Ronaldo might play in the Club World Cup,” Infan...

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24May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

PREMIER LEAGUE

Manchester United striker having talks about his future after receiving fresh offer

READING, ENGLAND - APRIL 11: Gabriele Biancheri of Manchester United runs with the ball during the Premier League 2 match between Reading U21 and Manchester United U21 at Select Car Leasing Stadium on April 11, 2025 in Reading, England. Manchester United youngster Gabriele Biancheri has been called up to Canada's senior squad. Biancheri has represented Wales' youth teams throughout the age groups and Craig Bellamy recently named the young forward in his senior squad for a training camp in Spain. Cardiff-born Biancheri is eligible to represent the nations of both his father (Italy) and his mother (Canada), as well as that of his birthplace (Wales). That has seen Canada's national team make an approach and Biancheri has accepted their invitation to join an upcoming training camp. Bianche...

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24May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

PREMIER LEAGUE

Pep Guardiola: Fulham is Manchester City’s biggest game of season by far

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 17: Manchester City's manager Josep Guardiola looks on during the Emirates FA Cup Final match between Crystal Palace and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium on May 17, 2025 in London, England. Manchester City wrap up their Premier League campaign on Sunday with a game Pep Guardiola believes is “by far” their most important of the season. City head to Fulham knowing a draw will almost certainly secure a top-five spot and a place in the Champions League for next season. After winning the Premier League title in the past four seasons, it is a relatively modest target but Guardiola recognises it is the very least of the club’s expectations. The City manager said: “If we want to play in the Champions League, we have to take a result there. This is what we are going to d...

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