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The future of Erik ten Hag could become clearer today as senior Manchester United executives gather in London. The meeting was pre-planned and not scheduled to discuss Ten Hag directly although reports suggest the Dutchman’s tenure will now be on the agenda with United enduring a miserable start to the season. Sunday’s drab 0-0 draw at Aston Villa, a game …

In recent years, the youth presence in the Barcelona dressing room has been significantly high. The increasing number of academy players solidifying their spots in the first team has altered traditional hierarchies. The ‘disintegration’ of the veteran core consisting of Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets, Sergi Roberto, and Lionel Messi has created a void in leadership that players like Pedri, Gavi, …

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Dusan Vlahovic has been a key player for Juventus during much of his time at the club, and the Serbian striker is eager to maintain that status. Since the Bianconeri did not sign a striker in the summer, they are heavily reliant on him. Former Juventus star Marco Tardelli insists that their success will depend on his form. Although Thiago …

Barcelona are reportedly one of the frontrunners to secure the signing of Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah in 2025, alongside Bayern Munich, according to SPORT.  The German centre-back is on the radar of Barcelona’s sporting department as they look to strengthen their defence for the next season. It appears that the Blaugrana are ready to join the race for his …

Since Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta announced his retirement from football on Monday, social media has been flooded with messages of gratitude for the former Barcelona player. One of the most notable tributes came from his long-time teammate, Leo Messi. The World Cup winner shared a story on his Instagram account featuring a photo of himself alongside Iniesta celebrating a goal …

According to Mundo Deportivo, a legal dispute has arisen between Barcelona and Scores Sports Management, Ltd., following Ousmane Dembele’s transfer to Paris Saint-Germain in August 2023.  It has been suggested that the agency filed a lawsuit on June 18, 2024, claiming that Barcelona owe them €10 million in fees related to their involvement in facilitating Dembele’s move.  This sum is …

Barcelona did not reinforce the right-back position during the summer transfer window despite trying to rope in Joao Cancelo, and later on Marc Pubill. The Financial Fair Play situation at the club made it impossible for the Blaugrana to bring in a reinforcement. As such, manager Hansi Flick has continued with Jules Kounde as his preferred starter in the position …

Morning all. There’s a lot of chatter about Man City this morning, and the case – separate from the 115 charges – about the Premier League’s Associated Party Transaction rules. The way it’s being reported in some outlets, you’d be forgiven for thinking it was a slam-dunk victory for City. There is a stark difference between what actually happened, and …

Jonathan Tah was one of Barcelona’s key defensive targets during the summer transfer window. However, the club were not able to sanction a move due to economic challenges. Despite missing out, though, Barcelona have maintained interest in Tah, knowing his contract at Bayer Leverkusen expires at the end of the season. Real Madrid to compete with Barcelona for Tah However, …