Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has dismissed any talk of leaving the club during this summer’s transfer window following their 1-0 Europa League final loss to Tottenham Hotspur. Tottenham secured the trophy in Bilbao on Wednesday night thanks to Brennan Johnson’s first-half goal. Speaking to the media after the match, the Portuguese midfielder affirmed his commitment to Manchester United, saying he intends to stay. However, the 30-year-old did acknowledge that a departure could happen if the club decides to sell.”I will be here until the club tells me it is time to leave,” Fernandes stated. “If the club thinks it’s…
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Former Manchester United and Ajax manager Erik ten Hag is poised to take over at Bayer Leverkusen, replacing Xabi Alonso, who is set to join Real Madrid this summer. The news was revealed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who reported on Thursday via X:”Bayer Leverkusen made progress in talks with Erik ten Hag to become their new head coach. Ten Hag has given his total availability after direct contact took place earlier this week.” Ten Hag has been out of work since his departure from Manchester United in November. Ajax recently attempted to reappoint the Dutchman following Francesco Farioli’s exit,…
Ademola Lookman’s time at Atalanta may be drawing to a close, with fresh reports from Italy suggesting that Sunday’s Serie A clash against Parma could be the Super Eagles star’s final appearance for the club. The 26-year-old Nigerian forward, who has enjoyed a standout season in Bergamo, is reportedly on the verge of a summer exit. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Atalanta are prepared to listen to offers exceeding €40 million for Lookman, with several top European clubs monitoring the situation. Key Asset on the Move Since joining Atalanta in 2022, Lookman has cemented his place as a fan favourite…
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has taken a swipe at Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta, insisting that “excuses are for teams that don’t win” following Arteta’s claim that red cards and injuries were key reasons Arsenal fell short in this season’s Premier League title race. Liverpool secured the title with four games to spare, comfortably outpacing the Gunners. However, Arteta recently suggested in an interview with Sky Sports that setbacks such as injuries and suspensions had derailed his team’s campaign. Slot, speaking to BBC Sport, pushed back on that notion.”All these excuses—you could apply them to Liverpool too: maybe we didn’t spend,…
At least 24 clubs have already secured qualification for the 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League season. This follows the conclusion of the Europa League campaign, where Tottenham Hotspur defeated Manchester United 1-0 in the final on Wednesday night. The upcoming Champions League season will expand from 32 to 36 teams in the league phase format. According to Torizone, several clubs have guaranteed their spots based on their domestic league standings. In the English Premier League, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Tottenham have qualified. In Spain, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, Athletic Club, and Villarreal have sealed their places. Other notable qualifiers across Europe…
A stunning scissor kick from Scott McTominay helped Napoli secure a 2-0 victory over Cagliari, clinching the Serie A title in their final league match of the season. Napoli entered the game leading the table by just one point ahead of Inter Milan, who were playing simultaneously away to Como. After Stefan de Vrij gave Inter the lead from a corner in the 20th minute, they briefly overtook Napoli in the live standings. However, McTominay’s spectacular goal in the 42nd minute—an acrobatic finish from Matteo Politano’s cross—calmed nerves in Naples and restored Napoli’s advantage. Just six minutes after halftime, Romelu…
Newcastle striker Alexander Isak is among several big names linked with a move to Arsenal following comments from manager Mikel Arteta about the club’s transfer plans. Isak, along with his Sweden teammate Viktor Gyokeres and Slovenia’s Benjamin Sesko, are all being considered as potential targets for the Gunners. While Arsenal have yet to decide on their primary striker target, they are reportedly reaching a crucial stage in talks over Gyokeres, who has scored 53 goals in all competitions this season for Sporting Lisbon, helping them defend their Primeira Liga title. Both Arsenal and Manchester United have been linked with the…
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has hinted that he may rest senior players during the upcoming Club World Cup, warning that player fatigue is a serious concern and criticizing football’s congested calendar. The Blues kick off their Club World Cup campaign on June 16 in Atlanta, just three weeks after the Premier League season ends and less than three weeks after their Europa Conference League final against Real Betis on May 29. Several Chelsea players, including Cole Palmer, Noni Madueke, and Levi Colwill, are also expected to feature for England in early June, giving them just six days to recover…
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has declared that the 2025 Ballon d’Or represents his strongest opportunity yet to claim the prestigious individual honor. The 32-year-old forward has enjoyed a sensational season, playing a crucial role in Liverpool’s Premier League title triumph. Salah has so far amassed 28 goals and 18 assists, and currently leads the race for the Golden Boot. Speaking to Sky Sports, Salah reflected on his standout campaign:”I would say I never had a season like this, especially winning big trophies. So I would say this is my best chance to get it right now while I’m at the…
Relegated Premier League side Leicester City have been formally charged with alleged breaches of financial regulations during their 2023-24 campaign in the Championship. The Foxes are accused of violating the English Football League’s (EFL) Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), and the Premier League has now referred the case to an independent commission. If found guilty, Leicester could face sanctions, including a possible points deduction next season. A Premier League spokesperson said:“Following an Arbitration Tribunal’s decision concerning jurisdiction, Leicester City FC has now been referred to an independent Commission for alleged breaches of the EFL Championship Profit and Sustainability Rules for…