Zinedine Zidane, the former Real Madrid manager, has turned down a lucrative one-year coaching offer from Saudi Arabia worth €100 million. According to L’Équipe, Zidane’s ambition is to take charge of the France national football team. Current France coach Didier Deschamps is expected to step down after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and Zidane is widely considered a leading candidate to succeed him. The ex-France international also reportedly declined a previous chance to replace Marcelino at Marseille. France captain Kylian Mbappé recently expressed his enthusiasm about the possibility of Zidane becoming the national team manager. Mbappé said,”I no longer have…
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Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has voiced his doubts over Chelsea’s decision to sign Liam Delap from Ipswich Town this summer. Chelsea have reportedly reached an agreement to bring the 22-year-old striker to Stamford Bridge after his spell at Ipswich, where he scored 12 goals in 40 appearances during a campaign that ended in relegation to the Championship. Despite Delap’s potential, Petit is unconvinced the young forward is ready to lead the line for Enzo Maresca’s side. “Liam Delap has quality, I think he did a great job at Ipswich, but it’s a huge step,” Petit told PokerStrategy, as quoted…
New Bayer Leverkusen manager Erik ten Hag is reportedly interested in signing two Manchester United players as he begins shaping his squad for the upcoming season. Ten Hag, who succeeded Xabi Alonso at the Bundesliga club, faces a major challenge as he looks to build on Leverkusen’s recent success. The German side won the Bundesliga title last year and finished second to Bayern Munich this season. According to German outlet Kicker, the Dutchman is keen on bringing both Antony and Alejandro Garnacho to Leverkusen. Ten Hag previously coached the pair during his time at Manchester United before he was dismissed…
Napoli have reportedly demanded Rasmus Højlund and £33.6 million from Manchester United in exchange for striker Victor Osimhen during the upcoming summer transfer window. United are eager to strengthen their attack under new manager Rúben Amorim following a disappointing 2024/25 campaign that ended without silverware. The Red Devils are also in the race to sign Liam Delap, currently with Ipswich Town. The 22-year-old forward is available this summer due to a £30 million relegation release clause in his contract. However, Delap is understood to favour a move to Chelsea over a switch to Old Trafford. With that in mind, United…
Manchester United are preparing for a busy summer in the transfer market, with Matheus Cunha expected to be the first of five new signings. The club has identified four more priority positions following the Brazilian’s arrival, and talks are already underway to land a £50m-rated forward who scored 20 Premier League goals this season. Cunha’s move from Wolves is seen as a major statement by United, particularly as it comes despite their absence from European competitions. His versatility and attacking prowess make him a valuable addition, and he is expected to slot into one of the two attacking midfield roles…
Manchester United have opened negotiations with Napoli over a potential summer move for striker Victor Osimhen, according to reports from Italy. United are actively in the market for a new forward and were pursuing Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap, who is available for £30 million due to a relegation release clause. However, the 22-year-old is now believed to favour a move to Chelsea. With Delap likely out of reach, United are exploring other targets. Ruben Amorim remains a strong admirer of Viktor Gyökeres, having worked with the Swedish forward at Sporting CP, but Arsenal are also pushing for a deal. Sporting…
Manchester United forward Amad Diallo has spoken out after a video of him raising his middle finger toward fans in Kuala Lumpur went viral on social media. The incident took place outside United’s hotel during the club’s post-season tour in Malaysia, ahead of their friendly match against the ASEAN All-Stars, which they went on to lose 1-0. The 22-year-old was widely criticized online after footage emerged of him reacting angrily to fans gathered outside the team’s hotel. However, both Amad and the club have since defended his actions, citing provocation. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Amad explained: “I…
Chelsea are on the verge of finalising a £30 million deal for Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap, beating Manchester United to his signature. The 22-year-old has opted for a move to Stamford Bridge, with Champions League football next season proving a major factor in his decision. According to The i Paper, Delap had interest from multiple Premier League clubs — including United, Newcastle, and Everton — but was most drawn to Chelsea’s offer due to European competition and the clearer path to regular playing time. Chelsea’s only senior central striker is Nicolas Jackson, whose performances have divided opinion, making the…
Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini has offered his thoughts on the team’s 4-1 defeat to Chelsea in Wednesday’s Europa Conference League final. Chelsea overturned an early deficit with goals from Enzo Fernandez, Nicolas Jackson, Jadon Sancho, and Moisés Caicedo to secure the victory. In his post-match comments, Pellegrini pointed to tactical changes and injuries as key factors that shifted momentum in Chelsea’s favor, particularly down Betis’ left flank. “We had a very good first half, we were the better side, scored a goal, and created several chances,” Pellegrini said. “But the game was heavily influenced by the substitutions. Chelsea hurt…
Jadon Sancho’s performance in the Europa Conference League final has given Chelsea fresh hope—and himself a chance to revive a stalling career. In a brief, intense five-minute spell, Real Betis went from leading a European final to being overwhelmed by Chelsea’s surge. When Betis still held a 2-1 lead, manager Enzo Maresca called on Sancho from the bench to inject energy and pace into Chelsea’s attack, which was beginning to wear down the Betis defense. Sancho responded brilliantly. While Chelsea’s star Cole Palmer dazzled with two stunning assists, it was Sancho who settled the nerves and sealed the victory with…