Barcelona have confirmed that forward Ferran Torres has undergone successful surgery for appendicitis and is expected to miss the rest of the season as he recovers. The 25-year-old played a key role in Barcelona’s 3-2 victory over Real Madrid on Sunday, registering a hat-trick of assists in El Clásico—a win that brought the Catalan side within touching distance of the La Liga title. However, Torres was soon sidelined by illness and underwent emergency surgery on Wednesday. With just ten days remaining in the La Liga season, Torres is unlikely to feature again. Barcelona could clinch the title as early as…
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Manchester United have received a major boost ahead of their Europa League final clash against Tottenham Hotspur, with Leny Yoro, Diogo Dalot, and Joshua Zirkzee all returning to the squad. The trio were back in full training at Carrington on Tuesday morning, handing a timely lift to manager Ruben Amorim ahead of Wednesday’s final in Bilbao. Zirkzee’s return is especially significant, with the striker recovering quicker than expected from an injury that was initially believed to be season-ending. Yoro and Dalot also took part in United’s final pre-match session and are in contention to start at the Estadio de San…
As Manchester United prepare for their Europa League final against Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday, club legend Paul Scholes has proposed a tactical reshuffle that could see Bruno Fernandes deployed in an unfamiliar role. With both teams vying for a spot in next season’s Champions League, the stakes are high in Bilbao, where the winner will secure European football for 2025/26, while the loser will face the disappointment of missing out. Fernandes has been United’s standout player this season, registering 19 goals and 19 assists, and has excelled in the No.10 role in Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 formation. However, Scholes believes a…
Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson has revealed that his father passed away at the start of the 2024-25 season, sharing an emotional tribute following his key role in the club’s 1-0 FA Cup final win over Manchester City. The victory marked Palace’s first major trophy in the club’s 119-year history, as they triumphed over Pep Guardiola’s formidable City side at Wembley. Speaking to BBC Sport after the match, Henderson explained that his father’s death earlier in the season had been a deeply emotional experience, and he felt his father’s presence during the final. “I lost my dad at the start…
Chelsea is set to replace Enzo Maresca with departing Ajax manager Francesco Farioli if the Italian fails to secure a Champions League spot for next season. According to Tuttomercatoweb, Chelsea will only make a managerial change if Maresca falls short of qualifying for the Champions League. The Blues, under Maresca’s leadership, have had an inconsistent season. Currently sitting fourth in the Premier League with the season nearing its end, Chelsea faces a crucial final match against Nottingham Forest away on Sunday. The top five Premier League teams will qualify for next season’s Champions League, and Chelsea must win their last…
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim reportedly came close to resigning in January, just two months after taking charge, according to ESPN. The 40-year-old took over from Erik ten Hag in November 2024, but his start at Old Trafford was far from smooth—managing just one win in his first eight matches. Following a 3-1 defeat to Brighton at home, Amorim was reportedly ready to walk away from the role and had to be persuaded to stay by close associates. Despite staying on, results have remained underwhelming. United have lost 13 of their 25 Premier League matches under Amorim, leaving the Portuguese…
Bayer Leverkusen director Fernando Carro has addressed growing speculation surrounding right-back Jeremie Frimpong, stating that the club has received no contact from Liverpool despite mounting reports suggesting the Premier League side is ready to activate the player’s release clause. Liverpool are reportedly eyeing Frimpong as a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is expected to depart this summer. Several sources, including SPORT, have claimed that the Reds are close to finalising a deal, with personal terms already agreed. The release clause in Frimpong’s contract is believed to be between €35m and €40m (£29.5m–£33.7m). Carro, however, insists there has been no…
Manchester United have entered the race for one of Newcastle United’s top summer targets, Bryan Mbeumo, prompting fans of the Magpies to call on their club to act decisively to secure the Brentford star’s signature. The 24-year-old winger is expected to leave Brentford at the end of the season after a standout campaign in which he has racked up at least 19 league goals and eight assists. With one game left, clubs across the Premier League are watching closely to see if he can boost those numbers even further. Newcastle boss Eddie Howe and the club’s recruitment team have reportedly…
Atletico Madrid are considering a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez—but only if Jan Oblak is tempted away by interest from the Saudi Pro League. Oblak, 32, is attracting attention from several Saudi clubs, but remains hesitant to leave Madrid. The Slovenian is under contract until 2028, and as it stands, is not pushing for an exit. However, should he choose to move on, Atletico are prepared to target Martinez as a replacement, adding to their growing Argentine presence in the squad. Martinez, who signed a new five-year deal with Villa less than a year ago, is reportedly open…
Manchester United players have been spotted boarding their flight to Bilbao ahead of Wednesday night’s Europa League final against Tottenham. Ruben Amorim’s squad was photographed arriving at Manchester Airport on Tuesday afternoon, ready for the high-stakes showdown in Spain. Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee gave fans a glimpse of the journey, posting a photo from his plane seat alongside captain Bruno Fernandes with a simple caption: “Bilbao.” Zirkzee, along with Leny Yoro and Diogo Dalot, provided a welcome boost earlier in the day by returning to training. All three have been included in the travelling squad for a match that could…