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Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is currently on loan at Barcelona. The Catalan club can trigger his £26 million buy-out clause this summer, but they are reportedly seeking another loan transfer. Barcelona have put this proposal to United, who are considering whether to agree to a second loan deal, per the Mirror. The Red Devils […]

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This is how the Premier League form table looks ahead of the weekend. Newcastle United now in the final stretch of the season. A busy time with already 53 games... You can click here to read the full article.

Manchester United are set to go through a summer of rebuild as INEOS plan to invest more money to sign new players. But before the INEOS hierarchy can even think about bringing fresh faces to Old Trafford, they have a massive internal fire to put out. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST […] The post Not for sale: Man United have clear stance on creative force of the club appeared first on CaughtOffside.

16 year old Marli Salmon has followed Max Dowman by signing a pre-contract agreement with Arsenal. It means that the defender will sign a professional contract with the club when he turns 17. Having gone on the club’s pre-season tour last summer, he has gone on to make four senior appearances for the club, after... The post Salmon signs pre-contract agreement appeared first on Footie Central.

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To nobody’s surprise, the Chelsea owners have sacked Liam Rosenior. This comes only three months after they moved him over from the other club they own, Strasbourg. You can always... You can click here to read the full article.

Liam Rosenior has been sacked by Chelsea after a poor run of results and Cesc Fabregas has been linked with a return to Stamford Bridge

Newcastle United are reportedly waiting in the wings to see whether a move for Marcus Rashford could become feasible when his Barcelona loan comes to an end. That’s according to The Sun, which adds that United would demand around £34 million – £8m more than they’re asking of Barcelona via his buy option. DOWNLOAD THE […] The post Premier League club on standby in case Marcus Rashford deal becomes available as Barcelona cool interest appeared first on Stretty News.

Manchester United are likely to have money to spend on new recruits if they can confirm qualification for next season's Champions League

Paul Pogba said that Bruno Fernandes would be more highly regarded in the Ballon d’Or race if he played for Manchester City instead of Manchester United. While Bruno Fernandes is considered one of Europe’s top stars, he has yet to reach a level that allows him to seriously contend for the Ballon d’Or. According to Paul Pogba, that would be completely different if the Portuguese midfielder were playing for Manchester City rather than Manchester United. “Can Bruno Fernandes do more than he does now at United? Do you think Bruno, if he’s in another team, he’s not a top three Ballon d’Or player?” Pogba asked during a recent appearance on Rio Ferdinand Presents, the podcast hosted by the Premier League icon. “For me, you put him in City and he’s in the top three for the Ballon d’Or—Bruno Fernandes—with the stats this season, the way he plays and everything,” the French midfielder added, highlighting Bruno’s performances during the current campaign with Manchester United. However, Pogba acknowledged that individual brilliance alone is not enough to secure the game’s top individual honors, such as the Ballon d’Or and The Best FIFA award: “When you don’t win… we don’t think about it. This is life, this is football.” If Bruno was at Man City, he’d have won the Ballon d’Or! @paulpogba @rioferdy5 pic.twitter.com/CGz5VL0r4i — Rio Ferdinand Presents (@RioMeets) April 22, 2026 Bruno Fernandes’ performances this season Bruno Fernandes has been a key player in Manchester United’s progress this season following the arrival of Michael Carrick as interim coach. The midfielder has taken on a more advanced role during this stretch compared to his position under previous manager Ruben Amorim. That shift has been reflected in his numbers. Fernandes has made 32 appearances for the Red Devils this season—31 as a starter—across the Premier League, FA Cup, and Carabao Cup. He has recorded 8 goals and 19 assists, averaging 0.84 goal contributions per match. With Bruno as the team’s main creative force, Manchester United have climbed the table and now sit third in the Premier League standings, closing in on qualification for the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League. However, that has not translated into silverware, continuing a trend that has defined much of Fernandes’ time at the club. Since arriving at United in January 2020, the Portuguese playmaker has won just two trophies: the 2022–23 EFL Cup and the 2023–24 FA Cup. Ballon d’Or recognition has eluded Bruno Fernandes Despite being one of Manchester United’s standout players for more than six years, Bruno Fernandes has largely been overlooked in Ballon d’Or voting. As Pogba pointed out, the lack of team success may be a major factor. So far, Fernandes has appeared only once on the 30-man Ballon d’Or shortlist. That came in 2021, when he finished tied for 21st place alongside Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez.

It is looking increasingly likely that Real Madrid will look to appoint as new manager at the end of the current season. Alvaro Arbeloa’s failure to lead his side to success in the Champions League or Copa del Rey, coupled with the likelihood that they will also miss out in La Liga, means that Florentino […] The post Real Madrid receive Jose Mourinho offer as managerial decision looms appeared first on Football España.

A round-up of all the games on Wednesday night in La Liga, as the stakes grow ever higher in the final stages of the season. Copa del Rey finalists Real Sociedad and Atletico Madrid were both in action, as they took on Getafe and Elche respectively. Atletico Madrid woes continue as Elche seal big three […] The post La Liga round-up: Real Sociedad and Atletico Madrid suffer Copa del Rey hangovers appeared first on Football España.

Amid uncertainty surrounding his future at Barcelona, Robert Lewandowski received strong criticism from Poland legend Jan Tomaszewski. For months, Robert Lewandowski has been the subject of rumors and speculation, as his future at Barcelona remains unclear beyond June 30, when his contract expires. In that context, Poland legend Jan Tomaszewski delivered harsh words toward the striker. “Robert, behave like a man,” Tomaszewski said about Lewandowski in a recent interview with Super Express. “You’re not just anyone. You’re the most famous Pole in history, and you allow yourself to be treated like this?” The former Poland goalkeeper’s comments refer to Lewandowski’s limited playing time in recent matches, often reduced to a secondary role behind Ferran Torres and forced to wait for opportunities off the bench. This season, Lewandowski has recorded 17 goals and 3 assists across La Liga, the UEFA Champions League, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup. Of the 40 matches he has played, 22 have been as a starter, while in the remaining 18 he has come off the bench. On four occasions, he remained an unused substitute. Robert Lewandowski of Poland gestures during the FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers. Tomaszewski believes the situation calls for a decisive move from the striker: “If Robert leaves now, Barcelona can do whatever they want and win the Spanish league. I’m convinced that wherever Robert plays—whether in MLS or at another club—he will be valued as he deserves.” Flick, Laporta, and Deco under fire In the same interview, Jan Tomaszewski also took aim at Hansi Flick. “The German gentleman is responsible for what happened in the tie against Atletico Madrid, and he has shown he has little in common with elite soccer,” said the former player, who was named Best Goalkeeper at the 1974 FIFA World Cup, where Poland finished third. Barcelona president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco were also criticized. “I suggest to Mr. Laporta and Mr. Deco that they nominate the German for the Nobel Prize for having ruined such a team,” Tomaszewski added. Lewandowski’s future in doubt Once his contract with Barcelona expires on June 30, Robert Lewandowski will become a free agent. That would give him the opportunity to choose his next destination, whether in Spain or abroad. Barcelona are reportedly willing to offer him a one-year extension, with a reduced salary in line with his more limited role. Other options are also emerging, including interest from Chicago Fire in MLS, AC Milan in Serie A, and rumors of a potential move to the Saudi Pro League.

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Liverpool will hope to take a huge step towards qualification for next season’s Champions League when they host Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoon. The Reds cruised to the Premier League title last term but have been well below par for much of this season, and currently face a battle to qualify for Europe’s premier club […]

Everton can now go after Jackson Tchatchoua for a bargain fee this summer, and the Toffees really do need him. Right-back has been a weak spot for a while now, and the club have struggled to find a long-term replacement for Seamus Coleman. Wolves going down gives David Moyes a rare, cheap chance to solve […] The post Everton Can Now Get This 24-Year-Old For Bargain Fee: Is He Still The Right Man For The Toffees? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

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Rangers are looking to bring in a new central midfielder this summer as the club start ramping up their plans for next season. Sources told Pete O’Rourke at Football Insider that the Ibrox hierarchy sees this signing as a top priority, no matter how the current Scottish Premiership title race ends. Danny Rohl currently has […] The post Rangers Want To Strengthen This Position This Summer: Can Danny Rohl’s Strategy Bring Success? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

The first semi-final of the DFB Pokal was the highlight of the two games, with Bayern Munich travelling to Bayer Leverkusen. With the first portion of the first 45 being…

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Cristiano Ronaldo helped Al Nassr crush Qatar's Al-Ahli 5-1 on Wednesday to reach the Asian Champions League Two final and move within touching distance of a first major trophy since joining the Saudi club in December 2022.

Alejandro Grimaldo is headed out of Bayer Leverkusen, but his destination may not be Barcelona. Barcelona need to bring in plenty of quality reinforcements if they want to compete for the Champions League in the future. Alejandro Grimaldo was seen as a possible successor to Alejandro Balde, but he apparently chose a different destination ahead of his Bayer Leverkusen exit. Grimaldo may be headed to Turkey, as Besiktas has reached an agreement with the player, according to Sky Germany. The financial offer was far better than what other clubs could give him, with the left back not willing to wait for a Barcelona approach. The experienced player could have been a strong addition, as he is still performing at a very high level at age 30. However, everything points to Barcelona having to look elsewhere for a player in that position. Barcelona’s main target From the outside, Grimaldo looked like the perfect replacement for Balde. The younger left back was given chances with the first team, but he was never able to be consistent. That has opened the door to a possible vacancy in the squad. Cambiaso could be Barcelona’s left back (Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images) The main obstacle for the player to reach Barcelona was his age, since the club wants a long-term solution. However, there is another option the Spanish club may prefer over Grimaldo. Italian left back Andrea Cambiaso is the top target because he checks all the boxes. He has been in excellent form at a giant club like Juventus, which gives him a certain level of security. His age of just 26 also offers long-term potential. The issue with him could be the price, as he may cost more than 50 million euros. Grimaldo’s price His contract seems to be the main reason why Grimaldo could join Besiktas. However, if Barcelona were still interested, his price would not be high, with a tag of around 15 million euros possibly enough to land the Spaniard. His contract at Bayer Leverkusen was not a major issue, since it expires next year.

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If a recent update from Argentine outlet El Crack Deportivo is believed to be true, Celtic might suffer a blow in terms of retaining Marcelo Saracchi beyond this season. The on-loan Uruguayan’s contract does not include an option to buy, and reported interest from Racing Club could see the Boca Juniors left-back complete a move to […] The post Celtic Defender Drawing Interest From Argentina Amid Permanent Transfer Talks: Why The Hoops Should Prioritize A Move appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein and Liam Twomey reacting to the new that Chelsea have parted ways with head coach Liam Rosenior after just 106 days in charge of the club. Later in the show, we are joined by former Premier League striker Dean Ashton - speaking before the news broke - who gives his take on what has gone wrong at the club on the pitch and in the dressing room from a player’s perspective. Host: Ayo Akinwolere Guests: David Ornstein, Dean Ashton, Liam Twomey, Cerys Jones Executive Producers: Adey Moorhead Producers: Mike Stavrou, Guy Clarke, Grayson Moody Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro 00:25 - Liam Rosenior sacked by Chelsea 05:26 - How much will this cost BlueCo? 07:50 - Other manager targets 13:25 - Chelsea's unwanted records after Brighton loss 14:56 - Liam Delap's struggles 18:15 - The Champions League race heats up 20:42 - Were the players playing for Rosenior? 25:37 - Can Chelsea's leaders turn their form around? 28:25 - Did the Chelsea job come too soon in Rosenior's career? 32:39 - How does this appointment reflect on Chelsea's ownership? 33:57 - Fan protest against BlueCo ownership 41:55 - Dealing with fan unrest as a player 46:10 - Chelsea's financial gamble The Athletic FC Podcast is your essential guide to football's biggest stories, five times a week this season... Listen on Apple and Spotify: https://podfollow.com/athletic-fc-pod Subscribe to The Athletic FC Podcast channel 👉 http://bit.ly/athleticuk | 🔔Make sure to enable all push notifications!🔔 Follow The Athletic FC Podcast: Instagram: @theathleticfc TikTok: athleticfcpod Thumbnail: Julian Finney / Staff / Getty Images Europe via Getty Images #chelsea #liamrosenior #premierleague

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Aston Villa’s North Stand Gamble Signals Long-Term Ambition Aston Villa’s decision to shut the North Stand for the entirety of the 2026-27 season represents more than a construction update, it is a calculated wager on growth, identity, and elite status. As detailed by Jacob Tanswell of The Athletic, the club have chosen disruption now in […] The post Journalist reveals ‘definitive decision’ over Aston Villa stadium redevelopment plan appeared first on EPL Index - Unofficial Premier League Blog, Stats, Tactics & Podcasts at EPLindex.com.

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By: Oliver Fisher A big summer awaits AC Milan, something we seem to say every single year, and it will not just be confined to the players that come and go. At the time of writing, Milan are currently on course to achieve the minimum objective for the 2025-26 campaign: to obtain a top four finish and return […] The post The seven-headed monster: Attempting to find a fix for Milan’s corporate confusion appeared first on SempreMilan.

Rosenior has taken charge of only 23 matches Calum McFarlane in interim charge for rest of season Chelsea have sacked Liam Rosenior after a dreadful run of form saw the head coach lose the support of the dressing room. Rosenior has departed three months into a six-and-a-half-year deal and leaves with his side in danger of missing out on European football. The Stamford Bridge hierarchy had hoped to give the 41-year-old time to implement his vision but their hand was forced after a dramatic slump left Chelsea seven points off the Champions League place and saw them lose five consecutive league games without scoring for the first time since 1912.

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Cristiano Ronaldo reached the AFC Champions League two final after Al Nassr beat Al Ahli, prompting questions on the last continental trophy the Portuguese legend won. Cristiano Ronaldo has reached another international final in his storied career, this time with Al Nassr in the 2025-26 AFC Champions League Two. With one game standing between him and another medal, the question naturally arises: when did the Portuguese star last lift a continental trophy? Al Nassr faced Qatari side Al Ahli at Zabeel Stadium in a single-leg semifinal, following the AFC’s recent changes to the competition format. Although the visitors took the lead in the 10th minute, Kingsley Coman proved unstoppable, scoring a hat trick in the 12th, 45th and 63rd minutes, with Angelo and Abdullah Al-Hamdan also finding the net to complete a stunning 5-1 comeback and book Al Nassr’s place in the final. Standing between Al Nassr and the AFC Champions League Two title is Japanese side Gamba Osaka, who came through the eastern side of the bracket. The final is scheduled for May 16, and in a significant boost for Ronaldo and his teammates, Al Nassr will have the advantage of hosting the match at Al Awwal Park in front of their own fans. Cristiano Ronaldo’s last continental trophy at club level Ronaldo has accumulated an extraordinary collection of goals and trophies across his career, but to find his last continental club honor, you have to go all the way back to 2018. That year, he claimed the 2017-18 UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid, his fifth in total, which remains his most recent international club trophy. Cristiano Ronaldo of Real Madrid lifts the UEFA Champions League trophy. Since moving to Juventus in the 2018-19 season, then to Manchester United and now Al Nassr, Ronaldo has been unable to add another continental title at club level. He did win the Arab Club Champions Cup in 2023, though the trophy is not officially recognized by FIFA, making the AFC Champions League Two final a significant opportunity to end an eight-year continental drought with a club side. Ronaldo thriving on the international stage with Portugal While club glory has eluded him internationally for over eight years, the story with the Portugal national team has been a very different one. After delivering the country’s first major international trophy with the Euro 2016 title, Ronaldo has gone on to claim two more honors on the world stage. Portugal lifted the UEFA Nations League in 2019 with a 1-0 victory over the Netherlands, and then repeated the feat most recently in 2025, beating Lamine Yamal’s Spain in a final decided by penalty shootout. Should Al Nassr fall short in the AFC Champions League Two final, Ronaldo will have yet another opportunity to add to his international haul when Portugal compete for the 2026 World Cup.

It has been a strange year in La Liga this season. Going into the final six weeks of the season, Atletico Madrid sit 22 points off the pace in the title race, yet are probably the happiest of the big three. Their Copa del Rey and Champions League exploits have Los Colchoneros on course for […] The post A strange La Liga title race with a premature end? appeared first on Football España.

Former Barcelona Presidents Josep Maria Bartomeu, Sandro Rosell and ex-forward Neymar Junior have been acquitted of corruption charges relating to his transfer from Santos to Barcelona. The case had been ongoing for 3.5 five years, but the appeal made by the prosecution has been rejected by the Supreme Court in Spain. The original verdict was […] The post Supreme Court acquits ex-Barcelona Presidents and Neymar Junior of corruption appeared first on Football España.

Liam Rosenior has been fired as Chelsea manager after less than four months in the job and four days before the club plays in an FA Cup semifinal at Wembley.

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Chelsea are on the lookout for a new manager having sacked Liam Rosenior just three-months into the six-year contract he signed. Rosenior only took over in January but has been relieved of his duti…