Rumors are swirling that Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez is edging closer to a summer transfer to Real Madrid. This speculation comes under the banner of being “on track” as the transfer window approaches its conclusion. On the penultimate day of the season, Pep Guardiola’s squad clinched their fourth consecutive Premier League title by defeating Arsenal and securing first place by a narrow two-point margin. This victory further solidified Guardiola’s reputation as one of the greatest managers in the history of the English top flight. Amid these celebrations, rumors have emerged suggesting that Guardiola might leave Manchester City at the…
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Pep Guardiola has revealed that he is carefully managing Erling Haaland’s playing time during Manchester City’s pre-season tour in the United States, ahead of their Premier League title defense. The Norwegian striker is one of the more senior players present on the tour, with key figures like Rodri, Kyle Walker, John Stones, and Phil Foden being given time off to recover from their participation in Euro 2024. Haaland has made an impact in the pre-season friendlies, scoring in matches against Celtic and Milan. However, he has been substituted at half-time in the last two summer outings, the most recent being…
Jack Grealish has opened up about his summer absence from England’s Euro 2024 squad, revealing the emotional toll it took on him. The Manchester City star described missing out on a spot in the squad as “heartbreaking,” a sentiment that encapsulates the unexpected turn his summer took. While the 26-man England squad jetted off to Germany for the tournament, Grealish had to watch from home, a stark contrast to his experience during Euro 2020, where he played a crucial role in helping England reach the final. Grealish’s exclusion from Gareth Southgate’s list followed a season at club level that didn’t…
Manchester United faced two additional injury concerns in their match against Real Betis, compounding the already troubling news regarding Leny Yoro and Rasmus Højlund. On Wednesday night, Erik ten Hag’s squad competed against the Spanish La Liga team at the Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California. United emerged victorious with a 3-2 scoreline, thanks to goals from Marcus Rashford, Amad Diallo, and Casemiro. However, the victory was overshadowed by the growing list of injured players. Prior to the match, transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano shared on social media: “OFFICIAL: Manchester United confirm Leny Yoro is out for three months with a…
Barcelona is optimistic that they will finalize a deal for Dani Olmo in the coming days, despite having seemingly missed out on Nico Williams. The situation appears to be progressing positively for the 26-year-old Olmo. After Barcelona submitted a second offer to RB Leipzig, which included an increase of €7 million from their initial bid, renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that Olmo is now inclined to accept the terms proposed by Barcelona. Negotiations between Barcelona and Leipzig are actively ongoing, with Olmo showing a strong preference for a move to Catalonia over other potential options. The primary challenge…
As England continues its search for a new manager to succeed Gareth Southgate, many fans are pointing to former Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp as the ideal candidate. Klopp’s appointment would likely bring an end to complaints about boring football, given his reputation for dynamic and exciting play. Having spent many years making a significant impact in the Premier League, Klopp, now available for a new role, seems like a perfect fit to lead the England national team. One player who could particularly benefit from Klopp’s potential appointment is Aaron Ramsdale. The Arsenal goalkeeper has had a challenging season, losing his…
As the new Premier League season approaches, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United are all expected to make additional signings to bolster their squads. The Gunners have already secured a deal for Riccardo Calafiori earlier this week and are now targeting Real Sociedad’s Mikel Merino. However, Arsenal might also shift their focus towards acquiring a striker to strengthen their attacking options. In the meantime, Napoli’s decision to leave Victor Osimhen out of their recent pre-season squad has intensified speculation about the player’s future. Chelsea is reportedly interested in the Nigerian international, and sources indicate that Osimhen is keen on a move…
Real Madrid will start the season with Thibaut Courtois as their primary goalkeeper, but the identity of his backup remains uncertain, even within the club itself. Los Blancos had been optimistic about securing a five-year contract renewal with Andriy Lunin, but the 25-year-old goalkeeper has been reluctant to sign the new deal. This hesitation has led to speculation that Lunin might be seeking opportunities elsewhere. Recent reports suggest that Lunin is exploring new career options, with Chelsea and Arsenal both rumored to have shown interest in him. However, Chelsea’s recent signing of Filip Jorgensen indicates that they might no longer…
Yoro, who only joined Manchester United from Lille on July 18, had to be substituted in the first half of the recent match due to an ankle injury. This incident has raised concerns about his fitness, especially as he had only been participating in 50 percent of the training sessions since joining the team. Erik ten Hag, the Manchester United manager, addressed these injuries in his post-match interview with MUTV. When asked about the conditions of both Rasmus Hojlund and Leny Yoro, Ten Hag stated, “It is too short [notice]; we have to wait over 24 hours, and then we…
The Football Association (FA) might be willing to wait for Pep Guardiola to become available before appointing him as the new England manager, potentially opting for an interim manager in the meantime, according to a recent report. Gareth Southgate recently announced his resignation as England’s head coach, just two days after the team suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Mikel Oyarzabal’s late goal decided the intense match, leaving the Three Lions with runner-up medals as they returned from Germany. There is a lengthy list of potential replacements for Southgate, including Lee Carsley, the current…