Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim revealed he moved Kobbie Mainoo to a different position during Thursday’s Europa League win over FCSB after noticing the teenager “struggling” with his defensive duties. Mainoo had started in an attacking role alongside Christian Eriksen behind striker Rasmus Hojlund, with Bruno Fernandes dropping into the deeper position Mainoo typically occupies. In the second half, after Alejandro Garnacho came on, Mainoo shifted to the right wing and played a key part in the opening goal, providing an assist for Diogo Dalot. The United academy graduate later sealed a 2-0 victory, scoring himself from a Garnacho…
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Arsenal are “optimistic” that goalkeeper David Raya will be fit to face Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday. Raya was absent for Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Girona in the Champions League on Wednesday. Although he traveled with the squad to Spain, he was unexpectedly left out of the matchday squad. Mikel Arteta confirmed just before kick-off that the Spain international was “not fit,” later adding, “He certainly could not play, he’s injured and that’s it.” When asked about the nature of the injury, Arteta replied simply, “Let’s see how it goes.” However, The Athletic has reported that there…
Chelsea playmaker João Félix has requested to leave Stamford Bridge before the transfer deadline. Frustrated with his lack of playing time, Félix is reportedly pushing for a move away from the club, according to The Transfers Podcast. The Blues are now considering their options in light of his decision. Chelsea secured the Portugal international on a permanent deal from Atlético Madrid last summer, but Félix has struggled to make an impact since signing a seven-year contract. Under manager Enzo Maresca, Félix has found it difficult to secure regular minutes, starting just three Premier League matches this season. He currently finds…
Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface will resume training immediately after a potential move to Al-Nassr fell through. Since joining Leverkusen in the summer of 2023, the 24-year-old Boniface has made a strong impact, helping his team secure a local double during his debut season. However, this year, he has faced some difficulties. After a slow start in front of goal, he suffered a thigh injury in November that has kept him sidelined. Despite recently extending his contract with Leverkusen until 2029, Boniface attracted interest from Al-Nassr, with the Saudi Pro League…
Former Chelsea defender David Luiz has praised Cole Palmer for his performances at Chelsea, describing the attacking midfielder as “intelligent” and “world-class.” Palmer has been a standout player since joining Chelsea from Manchester City in the summer of 2023. His impressive form earned him the PFA Fans’ Player of the Year and the Premier League Young Player of the Year after a breakout first season at Stamford Bridge. The 22-year-old has continued to shine this season, contributing 14 goals and six assists for Enzo Maresca’s side. “Cole, like Eden [Hazard], is on another level, he’s a world-class player,” Luiz told…
Manchester United are on the verge of finalizing a £30m deal to sign Patrick Dorgu from Lecce. The two clubs have been in negotiations since last week, with many key aspects of the transfer already agreed upon. Discussions are ongoing regarding the deal’s structure. According to Sky Sports, Dorgu is set to become Ruben Amorim’s first signing as United manager. The 20-year-old left wing-back is eager to join, and personal terms are not expected to be an issue. Since Amorim’s appointment, the left wing-back position has been a priority, with the transfer seen as highly likely to happen regardless of…
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has acknowledged that the team is stronger with Marcus Rashford in the squad. Amorim made the comments ahead of United’s UEFA Europa League match against FCSB at the National Arena on Thursday. Despite this, reports have suggested that Rashford has fallen out of favor under Amorim, with the England forward not featuring for the team since being left out of the matchday squad for the December clash against Manchester City. This absence has sparked speculation that Rashford could be on his way out of Old Trafford during the January transfer window. Additionally, he was not…
Manchester United are set to pursue a second signing in January following their agreement to bring in Patrick Dorgu, according to Fabrizio Romano. United reached a £25 million deal with Serie A club Lecce on Tuesday for the Denmark international wing-back. Dorgu, 21, will undergo a medical in the coming days and is set to become the first senior signing under manager Ruben Amorim. Amorim has previously mentioned that completing transfers in January would be challenging unless players were sold, and United have already loaned out Antony to Real Betis. Next, according to the Daily Mail, the club may look…
Ligue 1 club Olympique Marseille are keen on signing Sevilla striker Kelechi Iheanacho on loan for the remainder of the season. Sevilla are open to letting the Nigerian forward leave after his underwhelming performance since joining on a free transfer last summer. The Spanish club also recently signed his fellow Nigerian, Jerome Akor Adams, from Montpellier. Iheanacho has received multiple offers but is reportedly leaning toward a move to Marseille, according to French media. Marseille has reportedly been in contact with both Sevilla and the player. The 28-year-old is expected to make a decision about his future before the winter…
Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that his son, Mateo, prefers Kylian Mbappé over him. Despite scoring a brace in Al Nassr’s comfortable win in the Saudi Pro League, which moved the 39-year-old to the top of the goal-scoring charts, Ronaldo’s five-year-old son wasn’t impressed. In an interview with La Sexta, Ronaldo shared that Mateo often tells him that Mbappé is a better player. “Mateo really likes Mbappé,” Ronaldo said. “He sometimes tells me, ‘Hey dad, Mbappé is better than you,’ and I reply, ‘No, I am better than him, I have scored more goals.'” Mbappé, who once idolized Ronaldo, has started…