Manchester City have reportedly been dealt a blow as FC Barcelona are looking to raid Bundesliga outfit RB Leipzig to sign Spain international Dani Olmo.
The 26-year-old progressed through the ranks at Barcelona but has been with RB Leipzig since 202o.
The versatile attacking midfielder has made waves in recent seasons as he s grabbed 34 goals and 28 assists in his 124 appearances across all competitions. His form has not gone unnoticed as he has been heavily linked with in recent weeks.
The Premier League champions are spoilt for choice in attacking areas, but they could be forced into the market if leaves for the Saudi Pro League.
The Belgium international grabbed four goals and ten assists in his 18 Premier League appearances this season. A severe h…
Gary Lineker admits Cristiano Ronaldo is a weakness for Portugal and claims Bruno Fernandes faces an impossible task alongside the Portugal captain.
as Portugal squeezed through to the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 with a penalty shootout win over Slovenia on Monday.
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The former Manchester United and Real Madrid star scored the opening spot kick in the shootout but only after he had seen a penalty saved in extra time by Jan Oblak, having made the game all about him.
blazed one free-kick from an impossible angle high and wide while superior set piece takers – namely Fernandes – stood and watched.
Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards agree it is time for Ronaldo to hand over some responsibility, though admit it won t be e…
Manchester United are super active in the transfer market to fill one position after Leny Yoro according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
Yoro is expected to be announced as a new United player after before the 18-year-old completed his medical at the Carrington training ground on Wednesday.
He will be United s second signing of the summer after as new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe starts to make his impact at Old Trafford.
Dan Ashworth is the man charged with transfer dealings as the club s new sporting director and a potential deal for Bayern Munich centre-back Matthijs de Ligt is still in place if they decide to push for another centre-back, though Romano claims they are also super active in a bid to plug a hole that s set to open up in the squad.
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Man Utd have suffered another double injury blow with Marcus Rashford and Antony limping off in their pre-season friendly match against Real Betis.
with his left foot in a protective boot after sustaining an injury at the weekend.
The talented 18-year-old swapped Lille for Old Trafford a fortnight ago in a 62million euros deal (£52.2m) that could reach 70m euros (58.9m) if add-ons are achieved.
sporting director Dan Ashworth called Yoro “one of the most exciting young defenders in world football”, with fans getting a glimpse of him in the friendlies against Rangers and Arsenal.
But the centre-back was taken off in the first half of Saturday’s 2-1 loss to Arsenal at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles and could now miss up to three months through injury,…
According to reports, Liverpool are exploring a move to sign Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili amid links with a Newcastle United star.
are the only Premier League club who have not made a signing this summer and they were dealt a major blow on Monday night as Real Sociedad s Martin Zubimendi decided to reject a move to Anfield.
emerged as Arne Slot s top target after Liverpool scoured the market for a new no.6 to replace Wataru Endo and they were prepared to activate his £51m release clause.
It was initially reported that Zubimendi was expected to accept a move to Liverpool before he opted to perform a dramatic U-turn at the eleventh hour.
The Times are saying Liverpool may end their midfield search after missing out on Zubimendi.
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Erik ten Hag believes Alejandro Garnacho can potentially become a world-class player but says the Manchester United youngster has a “long way to go”.
The 20-year-old has quickly established himself as a fan favourite at Old Trafford, scoring 16 goals in 87 appearances having come through the academy set-up.
Garnacho starred as United won the FA Youth Cup in 2022 and two years on opened the scoring in May’s FA Cup final win against rivals Manchester City.
The Argentina international is now pushing for his first start of the season at Brighton on Saturday lunchtime, having made an impact off the bench in both appearances to date this term.
Asked what he needs to do to go the next level and show he is a world-class player, Ten Hag said: “Ah, you are…
Two years ago, Sesko opted to join RB Leipzig from Red Bull Salzburg on a pre-contract agreement, not yet feeling ready to be the main No 9 at a club of United’s stature. United’s third attempt to bring him to Old Trafford this summer did not get far, as the 21-year-old signed a new deal at Leipzig. There is respect within United for Sesko’s choice to develop his talent in Germany and club scouts will keep him on their radar.
United pressed ahead with Zirkzee due to scouting reports, alignment from Ten Hag, and his €40m release clause. In the end, United agreed €42.5m to get more favourable payment terms with Bologna.
During the process, consideration was given to the addition of a third striker to complement Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund. United felt there mig…
Man City striker Erling Haaland trained as normal on Friday ahead of their clash against Brentford despite the death of his close friend Ivar Eggja.
The Citizens have made a perfect start to the season with three wins out of three in the Premier League against Chelsea, Ipswich Town and West Ham.
striker Haaland has been one of the big reasons why they have started so well this term with the Norway international bagging seven goals in their first three fixtures.
But Guardiola will let Haaland decide on Saturday whether he wants to face Brentford after being given compassionate leave following the loss of his close friend during the week.
It’s a tough moment for him and his family, Man City boss Guardiola said.
It was sad, sad news, he’s a …
Club legend Rio Ferdinand has leapt to the defence of Manchester United star Marcus Rashford after Erik ten Hag did not start him against Crystal Palace.
After scored 30 goals across all competitions during Ten Hag s first season in charge in 2022/23, the England international s form drastically declined last season as he was heavily criticised.
The academy product also struggled during this campaign s early weeks, but he has impressed after the international break.
After the 25-year-old scored in United s 3-0 win against Southampton, he grabbed a brace and an assist as Ten Hag s side steamrolled past Barnsley in the Carabao Cup, winning 7-0 at Old Trafford.
Despite this, the forward was benched at the weekend as Man Utd were held to a 0-0 draw at Selhu…
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Browns vs Steelers
Pick: Steelers (+7.5)
This looked like the first season that Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin would fail to finish without a losing record. That still may happen. but after wins in five of their past six games, including last week s 16-13 road win in Baltimore, the Steelers are sitting at 8-8 and still alive in the AFC playoff conversation. In fact, their lone defeat came a month ago at home to the Ravens, and only by two points (16-14).
The Browns are out of th…