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  • Serie A: Real reason i joined Juventus from Man Utd – Paul Pogba

    Serie A: Real reason i joined Juventus from Man Utd – Paul Pogba

    The France international sealed a move back to Juventus on Monday after spending 6 years at Old Trafford.

    The 29-year-old failed to raise any silverware in five of his six seasons with Manchester United.

    Pogba will now begin his second stint with the Serie A giants, making the move from Old Trafford for the second time in his career.

    At the age of 19, Pogba opted to leave United for Juve, only to return four years later in a club-record deal worth £89million.

    And his return to Old Trafford got off to a decent start, as he won the EFL Cup and Europa League in his first campaign under Jose Mourinho.

    But those trophies in 2017 would be his only ones back in a United shirt. Pogba endured a difficult relationship with Mourinho and success still eluded him under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

    The France midfielder, however, played a pivotal role in his country’s World Cup-winning campaign in Russia in 2018.

    Pogba is now back at Juventus, where he won the league title in each of his four seasons with the Italian side.

    And having finally completed his move, signing a lucrative four-year contract, he told supporters that he is desperate to be in the mix for major silverware once again.

    In a video posted on social media, he said: “As you can see, I’m back and I’m very happy – I can’t wait to start with you and win trophies again. We’ll be there on the pitch in the stadium, all together.”

    Juventus released a statement after Pogba’s return was confirmed. It read: “When we say goodbye after an intense adventure shared, there is always a glimmer of hope that we will see each other again, sooner or later.

     

  • American clubside D.C United set to hire Wayne Rooney

    American clubside D.C United set to hire Wayne Rooney

    Former Three Lions and  Manchester United player, Wayne Rooney has agreed on terms and conditions to become the head coach of D.C United.

    The Washington Post’s Steven Goff also confirmed that the former England striker has returned to the Major League Soccer team where he played in the 2018-2019 season.

    The former Derby County boss landed at Dulles International Airport on Sunday at noon to finalize details and sign his contract.

    Rooney would take the place of interim coach, Chad Ashton, who would remain in the former Manchester United star’s staff of assistants.

    Rooney would become the fifth active English coach in MLS, along with Inter Miami’s Phil Neville, Minnesota United’s Adrian Heath, Nashville S.C.’s Gary Smith, and NYC F.C.’s Nick Cushing.

    When asked by ESPN whether Rooney was in discussions with D.C. United, his spokesperson said: “Several discussions have taken place with clubs — both at home and abroad — interested in the possibility of Wayne becoming their manager.

    “Wayne remains interested in projects that excite him whilst continuing to develop his skills and knowledge as a manager.

    “At this stage, no decision or agreement has been made with any club.”

    Wayne Mark Rooney is an English professional football manager and former player. He was recently the manager of EFL League One club Derby County, for whom he previously served as interim player-manager. He spent much of his playing career as a forward while also being used in various midfield roles.

  • Bundesliga: Ronaldo looks in Bayern Munich’s direction

    Bundesliga: Ronaldo looks in Bayern Munich’s direction

    Portuguese football expert, Pedro Sepulveda, has claimed that Cristiano Ronaldo will not sign for Manchester United’s domestic rivals.

    Reports emanating from Ronaldo’s camp says that he may be looking in the direction of German champions, Bayern Munich.

    Speaking with Sky Sports, Sepulveda reiterated that Ronaldo was looking to play in the Champions League next season.

    “You can forget the English clubs – Manchester City, Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham. I’m 100 per cent sure Ronaldo will not play for another club in England.

    “Ronaldo doesn’t fit into the new project at PSG

    “It leaves Bayern Munich as an option.

    “Bayern were a little bit confused when (Jorge) Mendes offered them Ronaldo as he’s not the type of player they’d usually look for,” he said.

    Ronaldo is not expected to fly out with the rest of the United squad for their preseason tour on Friday.

  • Man Utd agree to sell Cristiano Ronaldo, give conditions

    Manchester United have agreed to sell Cristiano Ronaldo but only if he agrees to join a club side outside the English Premier League.

    Recall that Chelsea has put Ronaldo on their radar but Manchester United insists he wouldn’t be sold to any English club side.

    Ronaldo announced on Saturday that he will be seeking to continue his football career elsewhere after missing out on all trophies available in England and Europe last season.

    The 37-year-old forward wants  Champions League football next season.

    Ronaldo’s agent, Jorge Mendes, held discreet talks with Chelsea last week as the Blues appear to be the most interested party for him.

    Ronaldo signed two years contract with Manchester United last season but now wants to leave after the club’s unimpressive performance last season that saw them finish 6th on the log and only qualify to play in the Europa League.

     

  • Zidane signs 3 -year contract at Manchester United

    Manchester United teenage prodigy , Zidane Iqbal, has put pen to paper on  a new and improved deal at Old Trafford.

    The Manchester born player also has Iraqi and Pakistani root and is eligible to play for England and the two Asian countries.

    Recall that Zidane made his debut for Manchester United in December 2021 Champions League match against Young Boys.

    He signed a deal until June 2025, with the option of a further year.

    According to Zidane, he’s very happy at Manchester United and will pray and hope to do more exploits at the club.

    Meanwhile, Manchester United are close to announcing their first signing of the summer with a deal for Barcelona’s midfielder Frankie de Jong almost done. He said

    Manchester united will feature in the Europa league in the 2022/2023 season

  • Cristiano Ronaldo is not for sale – Man Utd tells Chelsea boss

    Cristiano Ronaldo has been told he is not for sale after Chelsea owner, Todd Boehly, reportedly spoke with the Manchester United forward’s agent Jorge Mendes, talks which have left Old Trafford senior management furious.

     

    Chelsea made a shocking move for Ronaldo after Chelsea owner was said to have held talks with agent Jorge Mendes.

     

    The 37-year-old is entering the final year of his contract with Manchester United and according to The Athletic, Ronaldo is concerned about the club not matching his ambition in the transfer window after a disappointing season.

     

    It’s claimed that new Chelsea owner Boehly held talk with Mendes in Portugal, with Ronaldo’s future and a potential move to Stamford Bridge one of the subjects discussed.

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    Cristiano Ronaldo

     

    Manchester United plan on keeping their star man and it is largely expected that he will remain at the club he loves, while it is not clear whether Chelsea will make a serious move for the striker.

     

    In a relative story, Manchester United could end up missing out on their number summer transfer target.

     

    That’s according to a recent report from Spanish outlet Cadena SER, who claim midfielder Frenkie De Jong is refusing to quit Barcelona.

     

    Understood to be at the very top of Erik ten Hag’s summer wishlist, De Jong’s proposed move to Old Trafford has been viewed as integral to how the beginning of the Dutchman’s reign will play out.

     

    However, with talks continuing for days and no real progress yet to be made, the United faithful have been left to sweat on the Netherlands international’s final decision, and these latest reports suggest the playmaker may have turned down the chance to move to the Premier League.

     

    Manchester United could be plunged almost £1bn into debt by their plans to redevelop Old Trafford.

     

    In another development, Arsenal and Manchester United have been told Lisandro Martinez will cost them £42m after meeting with representatives of the Ajax defender in London.

     

    Chelsea has been told unequivocally that England midfielder Declan Rice will not be leaving West Ham this summer.

     

    Sevilla has told Chelsea they have until July 5 to close any deal to sign long-term defensive target Jules Kounde or forget about bringing him to Stamford Bridge.

     

    Tottenham has stepped up their efforts to sign Everton striker Richarlison but the Goodison Park club reportedly wants much more than the £50m previously suggested.

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    Cristiano Ronaldo shows six-pack body

     

    Arsenal will make a new offer for Leeds forward Raphinha after their initial £30m proposal was rejected, but are unlikely to go as high as the Elland Road side’s £65m valuations.

     

    West Brom are leading the chase for Wales striker Tom Lawrence who will be available for free at the end of the month when his Derby County contract expires.

     

    Middlesbrough are refusing to lower their asking price of £15m plus add-ons for Djed Spence and expects the Tottenham target to return for pre-season training in a fortnight.

     

    Bournemouth are planning to make a £1m offer for Blackpool winger Josh Bowler despite having a January bid of around £3m rejected by the Championship club.

     

    Conor Hourihane has been left in limbo after Wayne Rooney’s shock departure from Derby County, where he had been expected to sign a three-year deal to sign on a free transfer.

     

    Sheffield United have made a £3m move for Malmo central defender Anel Ahemdhodzic but will face competition for his signature from Blackburn Rovers.

     

    Meanwhile, Howard Webb is set to take over from Mike Riley as the Premier League’s chief refereeing officer and could be in the role by the end of the year as he remains under contract with MLS.

  • Ryan Giggs resigns as Wales manager over domestic violence charge

    Former Manchester United footballer, Ryan Giggs, has resigned as Wales manager following an alleged domestic violence trial.

     

    The ex-Manchester United player is accused of controlling and coercive behaviour against his former girlfriend, Kate Greville.

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    Giggs, on Monday, announced he is standing down as Wales manager with immediate effect.

     

    Giggs was spotted leaving Manchester Crown Court where he was appearing on charges of assault occasioning actual bodily harm to his ex-girlfriend, Kate Greville, common assault to her sister Emma Greville, and controlling or coercive behaviour.

     

    The case will go to trial at the same court on January 24.

     

    The former Manchester United player has been on leave from his post since November 2020 and faces a domestic violence trial in Manchester on 8 August.

     

    In his place, Wales’ caretaker manager Robert Page masterminded his country’s playoff win over Ukraine to book their place at this year’s World Cup in Qatar – the first time Wales have qualified for the finals since 1958.

     

    Giggs is accused of controlling and coercive behaviour against his former girlfriend Kate Greville between August 2017 and November 2020.

     

    He is also accused of assaulting Ms Greville, causing her actual bodily harm, and of the common assault of her younger sister, Emma Greville, at his home in Worsley, Greater Manchester, on 1 November 2020.

     

    The 48-year-old has denied the allegations and pleaded not guilty to all charges.

     

    At the time he was charged, the former footballer said he “looked forward to clearing my name”.

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    In a statement, Giggs said he resigned as it is “only right that the Wales FA, the coaching staff and the players prepare for the tournament with certainty, clarification and without speculation around the position of their head coach”.

     

    He added: “Whilst I am confident in our judicial process, I had hoped that the case would have been heard earlier to enable me to resume my managerial responsibilities.

     

    “Through nobody’s fault the case has been delayed.

     

    “I do not want the country’s preparations for the World Cup to be affected, destabilised or jeopardised in any way by the continued interest around this case.”

     

    The Football Association of Wales (FAW) acknowledged Giggs’ statement, adding: “The FAW places on record its gratitude to Ryan Giggs for his tenure as manager of the Cymru Men’s National Team and appreciates the decision he has taken, which is in the best interests of Welsh football.

     

    “The full focus of the FAW and the Cymru Men’s National Team is on the FIFA World Cup in Qatar later this year.”

  • Rashford speaks on leaving Manchester United this summer

    Three lions of England and Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has taken a final decision on his future with the club after speaking with former teammate, Daley Blind about new manager, Erik ten Hag.

    Blind was able to convince the forward to stay at Old Trafford.

    Recall that Rashford  suffered a disastrous loss of form last season, scoring just five times in 37 appearances in all competitions for the Red Devils.

    The 24-year-old was said to have concluded plans to dump Old Trafford had interim boss, Ralf Rangnick remained in charge.

    And even with Rangnick’s departure, the England international was still unsure over his future at Old Trafford.

    Rashford is now excited about the prospect of working with Ten Hag after speaking with Ajax star, Blind.

    Blind is said to have told Rashford about Ten Hag’s hands-on nature and the forward was excited.

    The Englishman wants to tie down a fixed position and his preference is to play on the left of a front three.

  • Chelsea ladies clinch third straight WSL title

    Chelsea ladies clinch third straight WSL title

    Chelsea ladies won their third successive Women’s Super League title in dramatic fashion, after defeating Manchester United 4-2 at the final on Sunday.

     

    Sam Kerr scored two stunning volleys in the second half as Chelsea came from behind in a six-goal thriller.

     

    The Blues, who win the league by a point over second-placed Arsenal, knew victory would give them the title.

     

    Manchester United led 2-1 at half-time before Kerr’s double and a Guro Reiten strike at Kingsmeadow.

     

    It is the first time in WSL history that a club has won the title in three successive seasons and Emma Hayes’ side can make it a domestic double with victory over Manchester City in next Sunday’s FA Cup final at Wembley.

     

    The Blues, who won the league by a point over second-placed Arsenal, knew victory would give them the title.

     

    Arsenal won 2-0 at West Ham but had to settle for finishing as runners-up.

     

    Manchester United led 2-1 at half-time before Kerr’s double and a Guro Reiten strike at Kingsmeadow.

     

    It is the first time in WSL history that a club has won the title in three successive seasons and Emma Hayes’ side can make it a domestic double with victory over Manchester City in next Sunday’s FA Cup final at Wembley.

     

    Manchester United finish the season in fourth place and miss out on qualification for next year’s Champions League – although Manchester City’s 4-0 win at Reading meant a United victory would not have been enough.

     

    Fans were on their feet at full-time and sang “Champions of England, we know who we are” on a joyous day which concludes one of the most thrilling WSL seasons since its introduction.

     

    It promised to be a dramatic day at Kingsmeadow and that is exactly how it turned out.

     

    Chelsea fans poured into the ground with flags and banners. They were in carnival voice before kick-off.

     

    But Manchester United’s rapid start threatened to ruin that and there were ripples of tension throughout the crowd when Martha Thomas’ header put the visitors in front.

     

    Erin Cuthbert’s powerful equalizer quickly lifted the mood again, while news came through of Manchester City breaking the deadlock at Reading which came as a double blow to the travelling United fans.

     

    “That’s why we’re champions”, sang the Chelsea supporters in response but United were keen to spoil the party and England international Ella Toone’s deflected strike once again put them in front.

     

    But Chelsea was not giving up the title that easily. They scored two goals in five minutes in the second half – the first a sensational volley from Kerr on the rebound.

     

    Reiten put Chelsea in the lead for the first time when she drilled it into the bottom corner following a sublime through-ball from substitute Ji So-yun, playing in her last WSL game for the Blues.

     

    Chelsea fans were already celebrating – despite title rivals Arsenal taking a second-half lead over West Ham on the other side of London – and Kerr stole the show with a sensational volley from 30 yards out which dipped over goalkeeper Mary Earps to make it 4-2.

     

    Ji came close to capping off a hugely successful Blues career with a goal when her powerful shot was blocked late on, while home fans serenaded Pernille Harder as she walked around the pitch after being substituted.

     

    The fans chanted “Chelsea, champions” for the remaining minutes and left Kingsmeadow – and London – in blue.

    Chelsea have dominated English women’s football in recent seasons with Hayes having now clocked up six WSL titles during her time in charge.

     

    The Blues boss, who won Fifa coach of the year in January, led the team to their first WSL trophy in 2015 and this was Chelsea’s fifth success in six years.

     

    Rivals Arsenal finishes the season without a trophy for the third year in a row.

     

    Hayes, who celebrated with her players after Kerr’s stunning second goal, must now prepare for the FA Cup final where they meet Manchester City in a domestic cup final for the first time.

     

    But first, Hayes will celebrate this latest victory with her family, while it provides the perfect send-off for departing trio Ji, Drew Spence and Jonna Andersson – who have all played their role in another Chelsea title-winning campaign.

  • C. Ronaldo to get paycut at Manchester United next season

    C. Ronaldo to get paycut at Manchester United next season

    Manchester United’s failure to qualify for next season’s Champions League will see some of their players’ wages cut by 25% the club website says.

    Manchester United suffered a massive 4-0 loss to Brighton at the community stadium Saturday evening. That loss condemned Manchester United out of top four.

    There will be financial consequences for yet another disappointing campaign, because of the way the Old Trafford club structures their player contracts.

    The cut in wages is designed to protect United from the drop in revenue that results from not qualifying for Europe’s top club competition.

    Manchester United would have made more money had they qualified for the UEFA Champions League, it remains to be seen if they will make Europa or conference league.