Managing a football team involves considering many factors, with player welfare being a top priority. Erik ten Hag, manager of Manchester United, emphasized the importance of not taking risks with his players in the upcoming Community Shield clash against Manchester City. Despite only having a few fit senior defenders available, ten Hag made it clear
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Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has come under scrutiny for his decision to give the captain’s armband to Enzo Fernández during a preseason friendly against Real Madrid. This move has sparked debate due to the racist scandal involving Fernández following his Copa América win with Argentina. Despite this controversy, Maresca has stood by his choice, emphasizing
Atlético Madrid has reportedly reached an agreement with Chelsea to acquire Conor Gallagher for approximately €40 million. Additionally, sources have revealed that Atlético striker Samu Omorodion will be moving to Stamford Bridge in a separate deal valued at an initial €33 million with an additional €7 million in add-ons. While Atlético had already secured terms
Inter Miami head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino announced that Lionel Messi will not be playing in the team’s Leagues Cup round-of-32 match against Toronto FC. This is due to Messi still recovering from an ankle injury he sustained during Copa América. While Messi is improving daily, he is currently training in the gym and has
Manchester United is currently in the process of deciding whether to build a new stadium or redevelop their iconic Old Trafford. While a final decision has not been made, the club is exploring the option of keeping Old Trafford even if they decide to move to a new location. This plan includes reducing the stadium’s
The Polish Football Association (PZPN) has made the decision to remove two Polish referees from the upcoming Champions League match between Dynamo Kyiv and Rangers. This decision comes after reports surfaced regarding alleged improper behavior by the officials. The referees in question, Bartosz Frankowski and Tomasz Musial, were initially set to officiate the third qualifying
Barcelona is on the verge of securing an agreement with Leipzig for the transfer of midfielder Dani Olmo. The LaLiga giants have reportedly reached an agreement in principle, with the final details and a physical examination set to take place soon. The transfer fee for Dani Olmo is expected to be around €60 million ($65.6m),
Barcelona defender Jules Koundé is confident in the abilities of his teammate Lamine Yamal, predicting that the young star will continue to shine in the upcoming season. Despite being just 17 years old, Yamal showcased his talent on the big stage during Euro 2024, becoming the youngest player to both appear and score in the
Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, is reportedly in Leipzig in an effort to finalize the signing of Dani Olmo for a hefty fee of €60 million. This move comes after RB Leipzig indicated that they are open to considering offers for Olmo, provided the price is right. The club’s new sporting director, Marcel Schäfer, has acknowledged
André Onana, the goalkeeper for Manchester United, has made it clear that he is willing to take even more risks on the field in the upcoming season. Despite occasionally getting himself into trouble with his attempts to play out from the back, Onana has informed fans to expect high-risk, high-reward football. He is prepared to