Pep Lijnders has disclosed that he was aware during the summer that his tenure alongside Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool was drawing to a close. Currently serving as the club’s assistant manager, Lijnders, who addressed the press ahead of Sunday’s League Cup final against Chelsea, will depart the club alongside Klopp in the summer. The 41-year-old acknowledged his emotional attachment to Merseyside but cited his ‘respect’ for Klopp as the reason for mutually concluding their tenure at the end of the current season. While preferring not to focus on himself with the impending Wembley clash just 48 hours away, Lijnders briefly…
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Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp have openly expressed their admiration for Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Roberto De Zerbi amidst Manchester United’s interest in him. According to reports from Manchester Evening News, United is considering De Zerbi as uncertainty surrounds Erik ten Hag’s future at Old Trafford. Following their 10th Premier League defeat this season, a 2-1 loss to Fulham, United now sit eight points adrift of the top four. Ineos, the club’s owners, have been exploring potential replacements for Ten Hag. De Zerbi, aged 44, has made a positive impression since taking the helm at Brighton in September…
According to reports, Mason Greenwood is determined to continue his football journey at Manchester United, given the opportunity. The Sun suggests that Greenwood holds a deep sentiment for the club and is willing to return to Old Trafford if they are willing to have him back. Following scrutiny from both law enforcement and the club regarding the 22-year-old’s personal life, Greenwood was loaned out to Getafe. Despite the Crown Prosecution Service dropping charges against him due to a key witness retracting their statement, Manchester United chose to distance themselves from the player. However, Greenwood remains steadfast in his desire to…
Criticism abounds over controversial decisions in Carabao Cup final as Mo Salah responds Liverpool emerged victorious in the Carabao Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley, but contentious calls during the match sparked debates among current and former Liverpool players. The match between the Reds and Chelsea was intense, with goals disallowed for Raheem Sterling and Virgil van Dijk. Additionally, Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo narrowly avoided a red card following a robust challenge on Liverpool’s Ryan Gravenberch. Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher made crucial saves to thwart Chelsea’s attacks throughout the game. Ultimately, Van Dijk’s goal in extra-time secured the cup for…
Manchester United supporters were left shocked by another VAR controversy in their 1-0 victory against Fulham on Saturday (4 November). The Red Devils saw a goal disallowed in the first half when VAR ruled Harry Maguire to be marginally offside from a free kick in the 11th minute. Although the former United captain did not make contact with the ball, officials determined that he was interfering with play before Scott McTominay scored what could have been his fourth goal of the season. Surprisingly, it took four minutes for the VAR review to be completed, and Erik ten Hag’s visibly frustrated…
Pep Guardiola has not been very talkative in previous press appearances, but he had a lot to say after Manchester City’s win over Bournemouth, revealing that his players were fatigued. Overall, he has given the impression of a manager growing weary of dealing with the media regularly. Expectations for the FA Cup preview ahead of the Luton trip were low due to Guardiola’s remarks about fatigue. However, Guardiola can surprise people, and he was in a much better mood when discussing City’s “defining” fixture list in March, Jack Grealish’s fitness, and the recent successes of teams like Arsenal and Liverpool.…
The current season has been disappointing for Manchester United, as they struggle to keep up in the race for Champions League qualification. Currently, Erik ten Hag’s team sits in sixth place in the Premier League standings, trailing three points behind Tottenham Hotspur in fifth and eight points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa. With the recent investment influx from British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe, United fans are hopeful about the club’s future prospects. Ratcliffe and his team are set to take over football operations following the deal’s official confirmation last week. Looking ahead to the summer transfer window, significant squad changes are…
The exit of a former Champions League victor from Bayern Munich at season’s end signifies a notable change for the club, which faces the rare possibility of concluding a season without any silverware. Bayer Leverkusen’s impressive performance has posed a challenge to Bayern’s long-standing dominance in the Bundesliga, currently leading by eight points. This season, Bayern has experienced three consecutive defeats across various competitions, an unusual occurrence since 2015, while Leverkusen maintains an undefeated streak of 32 games, comprising 28 victories and four draws. Thomas Tuchel, Bayern’s current manager, might ironically be succeeded by Xabi Alonso of Bayer Leverkusen or…
In the Carabao Cup final clash against Chelsea, Conor Bradley delivered a mesmerizing performance that left spectators in awe. From the opening whistle, Bradley showcased his exceptional skill and determination, commanding the right flank with precision and flair. His lightning-fast runs down the wing and pinpoint crosses constantly threatened the Chelsea defense, creating numerous scoring opportunities for Liverpool. Despite facing formidable opponents, Bradley remained composed under pressure, displaying maturity beyond his years. As the game progressed into extra time with the score deadlocked at 0-0, Bradley’s influence only grew stronger. His tireless work rate and defensive solidity frustrated Chelsea’s attacking…
The match unfolded unexpectedly for both sets of supporters, as Manchester United found themselves trailing 1-0 in the 65th minute following Calvin Bassey’s goal. However, hope was reignited for Erik ten Hag’s team when Harry Maguire scored a close-range goal in the 89th minute, suggesting the possibility of another remarkable comeback at Old Trafford. Yet, in a dramatic twist, Alex Iwobi struck in the sixth minute of stoppage time, securing a crucial victory for Fulham, who had relentlessly tested Andre Onana’s goal with 17 shots throughout the game. While Manchester United’s performance disappointed their fans, scrutiny was also directed at…