Manchester United faces a pivotal moment regarding Marcus Rashford’s future in the upcoming summer transfer window, with reports resurfacing of interest from Paris Saint-Germain alongside a potentially substantial bid. Rashford, who has been deeply rooted in Manchester United since the tender age of seven, nearing nearly 400 appearances for his beloved club at just 26, finds himself amidst speculation. Despite signing a new contract just last year, with a deal extending until 2028, PSG is reportedly prepared to present a £75 million offer, seeking a replacement for Kylian Mbappe. With Mbappe poised to depart for Real Madrid as a free…
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According to reports, Barcelona has extended a new contract offer to Pau Cubarsi, marking him as the second teenager at the club to be tied to a €1 billion (£855 million) release clause in a matter of months. Cubarsi has been training with the first team since April last year, when he was just 16. His debut for the first team came in January, three days before he turned 17, and he has since started eight of the last nine La Liga games. While Cubarsi’s current contract runs until the summer of 2026, similar to his teammate Lamine Yamal, the…
Manchester United icon Gary Neville emphasizes that he is not assuming a role within the club, despite his appointment to a group tasked with evaluating a regeneration project centered around Old Trafford. Last week, United confirmed the establishment of the ‘Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force’ aimed at exploring redevelopment possibilities for the stadium and its surrounding areas. Newly onboarded shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe has expressed a desire to create a venue on par with Wembley Stadium. Heading the task force is Lord Sebastian Coe, former Chair of the organizing committee for the 2012 London Olympics. He will receive support from…
After Monday evening’s 3-2 triumph over Newcastle United, Mauricio Pochettino has disclosed a meeting with Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly. The Blues secured a vital victory at Stamford Bridge with goals from Nicolas Jackson, Cole Palmer, and substitute Mykhailo Mudryk, inching them closer to European qualification. The win alleviated the mounting pressure on Pochettino, amid swirling rumors about his future at the club. Following the Newcastle game, Pochettino revealed his conversation with Boehly at Stamford Bridge, emphasizing a positive relationship with the co-owners despite reported tensions. “Yes, he came with his son, and I think Behdad [Eghbali],” Pochettino confirmed when asked…
Manchester United will not be granted a discount by Nice if they opt to pursue a summer bid for center-back Jean-Clair Todibo, according to insights from 90min. Both clubs share the same ownership following INEOS chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s acquisition of a 28% stake in United. The interest in Todibo predates the takeover. INEOS’s involvement has sparked speculation that Todibo could move this summer. However, securing a new center-back remains a key priority for United, with sources confirming to 90min that Nice’s current asking price is a cause for concern among Red Devils officials. Nice is reportedly demanding a fee…
Arsenal clinched their spot in the Champions League quarter-finals on Tuesday night, triumphing over Porto in a penalty shootout at the Emirates Stadium. Despite a tough start to the match for Arsenal, as they sought to breach Porto’s solid defense and overturn a 1-0 deficit, Leandro Trossard’s splendid strike just before halftime handed the Gunners the lead and leveled the tie on aggregate. As neither side managed to find a decisive goal in the second half or extra time, the game ultimately headed to penalties. In the end, David Raya emerged as the hero in North London, saving two spot-kicks…
Barcelona secured their spot in the Champions League quarter-finals with a commanding 3-1 victory over Napoli on Tuesday, sealing a 4-2 aggregate win after a 1-1 draw in the first leg. The hosts wasted no time asserting dominance as Fermin Lopez opened the scoring for Xavi’s side just 15 minutes into the game, swiftly followed by Joao Cancelo adding a second. Although Napoli managed to pull one back through Amir Rrahmani in the first half, Robert Lewandowski’s late goal ensured Barcelona’s triumph. Game Highlights: The match kicked off with both teams showing attacking intent from the start. Victor Osimhen had…
UEFA Unveils Overhaul of Champions League Draw Format This summer, UEFA is set to implement significant changes to the Champions League draw, replacing the current format, which has been in place since the 1999-2000 season, with a new 36-team league phase. The objective of this revamped format is to minimize the occurrence of inconsequential matches, bring together top teams earlier in the competition, and elevate the importance of league standings. Giorgio Marchetti, UEFA’s deputy general secretary, acknowledged the potential lengthiness of the draw process, estimating it could take “three or four hours” if conducted manually. To address this, the draw…
Manchester United midfielder Christian Eriksen is reportedly on the verge of departing the club this summer due to limited playing time under manager Erik ten Hag. According to Danish outlet Ekstrabladet (via TEAMTalk), Eriksen acknowledges that his time at Old Trafford is drawing to a close, as he has been surpassed in the pecking order by younger players like Kobbie Mainoo, Scott McTominay, and loanee Sofyan Amrabat under Ten Hag’s management. Despite being a regular starter under the former Ajax coach last season, the former Inter Milan star has only started 11 out of 20 games across various competitions this…
The renowned Indomitable Lions, boasting an impressive five AFCON tournament victories, now face the possibility of being sidelined from the next two editions. Cameroon’s eligibility for future Africa Cup of Nations competitions is in jeopardy following a recent crackdown on players found to have misrepresented their ages within the country’s football federation structure, including one member of the 2023 AFCON squad. FECAFOOT, Cameroon’s football federation, took action by suspending Wilfried Douala, a player selected for the 2023 AFCON held in Ivory Coast, along with 62 others, citing administrative irregularities such as double identity and age falsification. This suspension comes amid…
Porto’s Sergio Conceicao Raises Concerns Over Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta’s Behavior Tensions escalated at the Emirates Stadium after Arsenal clinched a dramatic victory over Porto, with Portuguese coach Sergio Conceicao making serious allegations against Gunners’ boss Mikel Arteta. Amidst the post-match commotion, accusations of insult and misconduct surfaced as Conceicao claimed that Arteta had directed offensive remarks towards him during the game. Conceicao voiced his frustration to reporters, stating, “Arteta turned to the bench during the game and insulted my family in Spanish. I informed him that the person he insulted is no longer with us.” This isn’t the first…
The North London club Arsenal advanced to the next round of the UEFA Champions League following a tense encounter against Portuguese side FC Porto, clinching victory in a penalty shoot-out. Although the Gunners didn’t quite reach their usual standard, they secured the win in tonight’s UCL fixture. In a match where Leandro Trossard’s solitary goal leveled the aggregate scoreline for Arsenal, the home team ultimately triumphed through a decisive penalty kick. Arsenal dominated proceedings in the early stages, registering numerous shots in the first half. Despite their efforts to secure a winning goal during regular play, Arsenal couldn’t find the…
Manchester United received a significant boost as Mason Mount returned to training on Tuesday morning, signaling a positive turn for the club as they approach the final stretch of the 2023/24 season. Despite the gloomy weather in Greater Manchester, Mount’s presence on the training pitch at Carrington illuminated the day for both him and his teammates. Since his high-profile £60m transfer from Chelsea in the summer, Mount has been limited to just 12 appearances across all competitions due to various injury setbacks. His last game for United was in November, coinciding with a calf injury suffered before the Everton match.…
Rio Mavuba, a former colleague of Paul Pogba, has expressed his belief that the ex-Manchester United midfielder was possibly deceived into consuming a banned substance, resulting in a four-year suspension from Italian football authorities. Mavuba, who shared the field with Pogba in the French national team, has lent his support to Pogba’s claims of innocence, stating he harbors no doubt regarding Pogba’s sincerity and suspects that he may have been misled. Speaking to TeleFoot, Mavuba stated, “[I am] confident in Paul’s sincerity, and I believe he might have been misled.” Pogba was found guilty of using a prohibited substance following…
Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer has continued to justify his £40 million price tag since his move from Manchester City, proving to be a valuable asset for the London club. The 21-year-old has made an immediate impact since joining Chelsea during the 2023 summer transfer window. His recent performance in the 3-2 victory against Newcastle, where he both scored and assisted, brought his goal tally in the league to 11 for the season. Palmer has now matched Jude Bellingham’s impressive record at Real Madrid. Both youngsters have contributed to 19 goals in Europe’s top five leagues this season, making them the…
Jurgen Klopp provides a positive update on Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate, stating that the injury is not severe, and there is a “good chance” he could feature in the upcoming FA Cup quarter-final against Manchester United. Konate, who missed the Premier League clash against Manchester City, suffered a hamstring issue during Liverpool’s 5-1 Europa League victory over Sparta Prague. However, Klopp revealed that the 24-year-old is likely to make a return for the FA Cup fixture at Old Trafford. When asked about the severity of the injury, Klopp assured reporters, “No, no. Ibou has a chance for United. A good…
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is urging England manager Gareth Southgate to reintegrate Joe Gomez into the national team, marking the first call-up for the defender since October 2020. Between 2017 and 2020, Gomez earned 11 caps for England but experienced a decline in playing time with Liverpool, leading to his exclusion from Southgate’s squad. However, with an increased contribution in the past season and being a key figure in Klopp’s team this year, Gomez has made 39 appearances across all competitions. After Gomez’s noteworthy performance in Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with Manchester City, Klopp directed a message to Southgate regarding Gomez’s…
Reports suggest that Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson might face up to a four-week absence due to injury, casting doubt on his availability for the clash against Premier League leaders Arsenal at the end of March. Ederson sustained a knee injury in a collision with Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez at Anfield, resulting in a penalty for the home side in a 1-1 draw. Despite attempting to continue after initial treatment, Ederson was ultimately replaced by Stefan Ortega, who played a crucial role in helping City secure a valuable point against their title rivals. Sky Sports News indicates that Ederson’s recovery could…
Chelsea secured a crucial 3-2 victory at home against Newcastle United, marking a return to winning form on Monday night. With this win at Stamford Bridge in gameweek 28, the Blues closed the gap to within a point of the Premier League’s top half. In the sixth minute, Chelsea took the lead when Sven Botman’s clearance landed at Cole Palmer’s feet on the edge of the box. Palmer’s shot was redirected skillfully by Nicolas Jackson, leaving Martin Dubravka bewildered. Newcastle missed key opportunities in the periods around half-time, failing to capitalize on Chelsea’s moments of vulnerability. Despite their hosts looking…
Manchester United has identified Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite as their top summer target, with the centre-back expected to command a £75 million price tag. The Red Devils are reportedly determined to pursue the move regardless of Erik ten Hag’s managerial status. Additionally, Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise is another priority target for Manchester United, with a £60 million release clause in his contract. Barcelona’s president, Joan Laporta, recently met with Luis Diaz’s agent to explore a potential transfer to Catalonia. However, Barcelona was surprised to learn that Liverpool would demand a fee between £100 million to £120 million for the…