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Amorim to Man Utd is a ‘DONE DEAL’, Sporting believe boss ‘wants move’

SPORTING LISBON believe that Ruben Amorim's switch to Manchester United is a done deal, according to Sky Sports.Amorim looks set to fill Erik ten Hag's seat at Old Trafford after the Dutchman was sacked on Monday. SPORTING LISBON believe that Ruben Amorim's switch to Manchester United is a done deal, according to Sky Sports. Amorim looks set to fill Erik ten Hag's seat at Old Trafford after the Dutchman was sacked on Monday. Amorim, 39, was made ...

Amorim 'will NOT be Man United manager until AFTER the next international break'

Sporting Lisbon are determined not to let 'Ruben Amorim head to Manchester United until after the international break', according to reports in Portugual.The manager has emerged as the frontrunner in the race to succeed Erik ten Hag in the Red Devils hot seat, after the Dutchman was finally dismissed as boss on Monday after months of speculation. Sporting Lisbon are determined not to let 'Ruben Amorim head to Manchester United until after the int...

Inter Milan coach Inzaghi upset with Juventus draw: We keep making these errors

Inter blew a two goal lead to allow Juve to earn a point on Sunday night.“Clearly, there were errors and we all have to be more responsible,” Inzaghi said.“I must analyse some recurring errors. We all had to do more; talking about single players is useless. As a coach, I must understand. We are influenced by the result now. In 11 games against Juventus, it had never happened to me to create eight or nine goal-scoring opportunities. There is disap...

MU ordered to pay another £4M to get Amorim despite offering £8M release clause

MANCHESTER UNITED have been ordered to pay another £4million in their bid to land Sporting Lisbon coach Ruben Amorim.United have already agreed to pay the £8.3million release clause in Amorim’s contract. MANCHESTER UNITED have been ordered to pay another £4million in their bid to land Sporting Lisbon coach Ruben Amorim. United have already agreed to pay the £8.3million release clause in Amorim’s contract. But now, the Portuguese giants want extra...

Boban on 4-4 thriller: Inter Milan superior; Juventus showed character

On the night, Boban felt Inter were the superior team.He told Sky Italia: "We witnessed a beautiful spectacle, which defies the logic of football. At 4-2 for Inter, if someone had told me that Juve would come back, well I would have told them that they didn't understand anything about football. On the night, Boban felt Inter were the superior team. He told Sky Italia: "We witnessed a beautiful spectacle, which defies the logic of football. At 4-2...

Valencia OFFICIAL: Copa del Rey game vs CP Parla tonight postponed due to DANA

Valencia has officially announced the postponed news on X.❌ Tonight's Copa del Rey tie in Madrid against Parla Escuela has been postponed.ℹ️ The match has been rescheduled for next Wednesday November 6, at 7:00pm. Valencia has officially announced the postponed news on X. ❌ Tonight's Copa del Rey tie in Madrid against Parla Escuela has been postponed. ℹ️ The match has been rescheduled for next Wednesday November 6, at 7:00pm. Valencia CF deem thi...

Mancini Jr says father will be ready for next job after Saudi axe

Roberto Mancini was sacked as Saudi Arabia coach last week, where he has since been replaced by Herve Renard.Andrea, who is now part of the management team at Barcelona, told Radio Serie A: "He is sorry, when he decided to go to Arabia he believed in it, he believed he could do a good job, in my opinion there have been good things beyond the results, in a football that is still behind. Roberto Mancini was sacked as Saudi Arabia coach last week, w...

Man City, Barcelona scouting AC Milan midfielder Reijnders

The Holland international is impressing at Milan in his second season in Italy after last year's arrival from AZ Alkmaar.Reijnders, says Il Corriere dello Sport, is emerging as a target for Manchester City and Barcelona. The Holland international is impressing at Milan in his second season in Italy after last year's arrival from AZ Alkmaar. Reijnders, says Il Corriere dello Sport, is emerging as a target for Manchester City and Barcelona. Both cl...

George Baldock funeral: Old teammates pay tribute to tragic player in Sheffield

Dele Alli and Dean Henderson lead the mourners at George Baldock's funeral on Wednesday afternoon.The former Sheffield United star - who was born in England but played international football for Greece since 2022 - was found dead in a swimming pool at his home near Athens on October 9. Dele Alli and Dean Henderson lead the mourners at George Baldock's funeral on Wednesday afternoon. The former Sheffield United star - who was born in England but p...

Zirkzee & Man Utd: Why it WILL happen for the Dutchman - despite his doubters

On paper, it reads like the critics are right. Ahead of United's Europa League tie at Fenerbahce on Thursday night, Zirkzee was already being written off - across Europe. From England, to Italy, to his native Holland, ex-players and ex-coaches were lining up to pull apart the former Bologna centre-forward. Too slow. No natural finishing ability. A lack of genuine quality. They were all having their pop at Zirkzee last week. On paper, it reads lik...

Napoli coach Conte: I'll be watching Derby d'Italia

Conte oversaw victory over Lecce yesterday and will see Juventus meet Inter Milan with his Napoli team leading the table.He said, "I will for sure, my passion for football makes me want to watch a match of this calibre. We watch it knowing that they are two very, very strong teams. Conte oversaw victory over Lecce yesterday and will see Juventus meet Inter Milan with his Napoli team leading the table. He said, "I will for sure, my passion for foo...

Inside Amorim inner circle from £4m staff to his wife as he closes in on MU job

RUBEN AMORIM is closing in on the Manchester United job.The 39-year-old Portuguese manager is now planning his backroom staff - with three trusted coaches set to join him in swapping Sporting Lisbon for Old Trafford. RUBEN AMORIM is closing in on the Manchester United job. The 39-year-old Portuguese manager is now planning his backroom staff - with three trusted coaches set to join him in swapping Sporting Lisbon for Old Trafford. That includes h...

AC Milan great Boban: Roma does not deserve these American owners!

The Viola hammered Roma 5-1 on Sunday, as coach Ivan Juric continues to struggle to get the team to perform after replacing sacked predecessor Daniele de Rossi.In response, Boban pointed the finger of blame squarely at the Friedkins for their management of the club. The Viola hammered Roma 5-1 on Sunday, as coach Ivan Juric continues to struggle to get the team to perform after replacing sacked predecessor Daniele de Rossi. In response, Boban poi...

Why Amorim can be 'legend' at MU after changing entire Portugal football culture

Cantinho do Sa has barely been open five minutes when the first punters of the day begin trickling through the door.It is just after 11.30am as the restaurant’s manager begins a frantic stock control check. It’s a matchday and even with the club’s Ultras boycotting the match - more on that later - footfall will be high and distractions aren’t an option. Cantinho do Sa has barely been open five minutes when the first punters of the day begin trick...

Mancini leaving Saudi Arabia job with world record pay-off

The former Inter Milan and Manchester City manager was axed by the Saudi Federation this week.Mancini was 14 months in the job, which was worth €20m-a-year.The Italian was on a three-year deal and the Daily Mail says an agreement has been reached which will see the contract  paid out in full. The former Inter Milan and Manchester City manager was axed by the Saudi Federation this week. Mancini was 14 months in the job, which was worth €20m-a...

Galeone: Why AC Milan return won't happen for Allegri

Allegri has been linked with Paulo Fonseca's job at Milan, but his confidant and mentor can't see such a move coming to fruition.Galeone says a rift with Milan director Zlatan Ibrahimovic would prevent the return. Allegri has been linked with Paulo Fonseca's job at Milan, but his confidant and mentor can't see such a move coming to fruition. Galeone says a rift with Milan director Zlatan Ibrahimovic would prevent the return. He told Radio Kiss Ki...

Inside Inter Miami change football forever as riches & celebs jump on bandwagon

WELCOME to Miami — football’s newest frontier.The arrival of David Beckham and, eventually, Lionel Messi in the city sparked an almighty South Florida land grab.Bandwagons are being frantically hitched to Inter Miami and Messi in the scramble for American eyeballs and — more importantly — cash. WELCOME to Miami — football’s newest frontier. The arrival of David Beckham and, eventually, Lionel Messi in the city sparked an almighty South Florida la...

Al-Hazem striker Gano hoping Napoli ace Lukaku agrees Saudi move

Lukaku left Chelsea for Napoli last summer, though also fielded interest from Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League.Gano recalled to Het Belang van Limburg discussing his own move to Saudi with Lukaku earlier this year. Lukaku left Chelsea for Napoli last summer, though also fielded interest from Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League. Gano recalled to Het Belang van Limburg discussing his own move to Saudi with Lukaku earlier this year. "He said that if I ...

Valencia's Copa del Rey fixture postponed, Real Madrid clash in doubt

Valencia's Copa del Rey match against Parla Escuela has been postponed after the devastating flash floods hit the region.Valencia's away game against the sixth-tier side was to be played in Parla, located 15 miles from the Spanish capital of Madrid, on Wednesday. Valencia's Copa del Rey match against Parla Escuela has been postponed after the devastating flash floods hit the region. Valencia's away game against the sixth-tier ...

WSL new broadcast deal: Sky Sports to remain home of women's football

Sky has announced a historic five-year partnership with the Women's Professional League, securing the rights to show nearly 90 per cent of all Women's Super League matches from the 2025/26 season. Sky has announced a historic five-year partnership with the Women's Professional League, securing the rights to show nearly 90 per cent of all Women's Super League matches from the 2025/26 season. Sky will broadcast118 matches from the WSL every season,...

Former EPL cult hero announces surprise career move with City Football Group

Former Reading forward Adam Le Fondre has announced he is to take a role with the City Football Group, the organisation overseeing Man City.The forward has represented 13 clubs during his playing career, which he admits is nearing an end at the age of 37. Former Reading forward Adam Le Fondre has announced he is to take a role with the City Football Group, the organisation overseeing Man City. The forward has represented 13 clubs during his playi...

13 players we can’t believe have been nominated for the Ballon d’Or

The Ballon d’Or recognises the best footballers in the world every year. But it’s difficult not to raise an eyebrow at some of the nominees over the years.Before 2024, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have dominated the award’s shortlist for a decade and a half, while world-class stars like Karim Benzema, Robert Lewandowski and Kevin De Bruyne deserve their place in the voting year in, year out. The Ballon d’Or recognises the best footballers i...

Who could Real Madrid sign at right-back? Porro a potential TAA alternative

Although Trent Alexander-Arnold is Real Madrid’s first-choice target, Tottenham’s Pedro Porro has emerged as an increasingly attractive back-up option.As Real Madrid step up plans to bring in a new right-back, the LaLiga giants are keeping close tabs on Tottenham Hotspur’s Pedro Porro, a player who has been the subject of long-term interest from the Spanish and European champions. Although Trent Alexander-Arnold is Real Madrid’s first-choice targ...

Mourinho encouraged Amorim to take Man Utd job but Sporting boss wants to delay

JOSE MOURINHO encouraged Ruben Amorim to take the jump from Sporting Lisbon to Manchester United.The Fenerbahce and former Red Devils boss has been a long time mentor to Amorim who had an internship at Mourinho's High Performance Football Coaching course back in 2018. JOSE MOURINHO encouraged Ruben Amorim to take the jump from Sporting Lisbon to Manchester United. The Fenerbahce and former Red Devils boss has been a long time mentor to Amorim who...

Ex-Man Utd midfielder McTominay appreciating Conte demands at Napoli

Under coach Antonio Conte, McTominay has managed to score two goals and two assists in seven games in Napoli's shirt."The coach is very demanding. He wants to work tactics with all the players, and how he wants to dominate the match," he told DAZN. Under coach Antonio Conte, McTominay has managed to score two goals and two assists in seven games in Napoli's shirt. "The coach is very demanding. He wants to work tactics with all the players, and ho...

'Of course he will be there' - Vitinha confident CR7 will be at 2026 World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo is "not going to give up" and will feature at the 2026 World Cup, according to Portugal team-mate Vitinha.The Selecao skipper holds the international record for the most caps (216) and most goals (133) since making his senior bow in August 2003. Cristiano Ronaldo is "not going to give up" and will feature at the 2026 World Cup, according to Portugal team-mate Vitinha. The Selecao skipper holds the international record ...

PHOTO SPOTLIGHT: Arsenal & Liverpool play out entertaining draw at the Emirates

Welcome to Photo Spotlight. For our latest episode of the series, ANDY HOOPER has compiled his best photos from Arsenal's Premier League clash with Liverpool at the Emirates.The Gunners twice went in front thanks to goals from Bukayo Saka and Mikel Merino, but Liverpool hit back on both occasions through Virgil van Dijk and Mo Salah to rescue a 2-2 draw. Welcome to Photo Spotlight. For our latest episode of the series, ANDY HOOPER has compiled hi...

Ruben Amorim: Manchester United target says nothing has been decided yet

Ruben Amorim insisted "nothing has yet been decided" as Man Utd and Sporting remain in advanced negotiations for the Portuguese manager.Sporting confirmed to the Portuguese stock exchange on Tuesday that United are willing to meet Amorim's release clause after making him the number one choice to replace Erik ten Hag, who was sacked on Monday. Ruben Amorim insisted "nothing has yet been decided" as Man Utd and Sporting remain in advanced nego...

Jurgen Klopp responds to criticism of controversial new job

Jurgen Klopp has defended his controversial new job as the global head of soccer at Red Bull.The appointment, made earlier this month, effectively ends the former Liverpool manager's days of pacing dugouts, giving way to flashy board rooms after over two decades as a manager. Jurgen Klopp has defended his controversial new job as the global head of soccer at Red Bull. https://img.allfootballapp.com/www/M00/59/BE/720x-/-/-/CgAGVWcihb-AXLcoAACKyal4...

Dele Alli & Dean Henderson lead mourners of George Baldock funeral

DELE ALLI and Dean Henderson have joined mourners at the funeral of George Baldock.The former Sheffield United defender was found dead in the swimming pool of his Athens home on October 9. DELE ALLI and Dean Henderson have joined mourners at the funeral of George Baldock. The former Sheffield United defender was found dead in the swimming pool of his Athens home on October 9. Baldock was honored at a funeral service in Milton Keynes on Wednesday ...

Man City forward Vivianne Miedema undergoes another operation on her left knee

Vivianne Miedema has undergone another operation on her left knee.Manchester City announced the news about the Netherlands forward, who they signed in July following her release by Arsenal. Vivianne Miedema has undergone another operation on her left knee. Manchester City announced the news about the Netherlands forward, who they signed in July following her release by Arsenal. Miedema made a positive start to life at City, with goals against Par...

Why have Postecoglou's Tottenham struggled to find consistency this season?

This time last year Tottenham were top of the Premier League unbeaten.A year later, Spurs are eighth, five points adrift of the top four and 10 behind the league leaders ahead of a week of football that could prove pivotal to their season. Ange Postecoglou's team are troubled by a case of consistent inconsistency. This time last year Tottenham were top of the Premier League unbeaten. A year later, Spurs are eighth, five points adrift of the top f...

5 transfer targets Amorim can move for as Man Utd close on Ten Hag's replacement

Ruben Amorim has plenty to do at Manchester United should he become the Red Devils' new manager.The current Sporting Lisbon chief is edging towards a move to Old Trafford after the Portuguese giants confirmed a formal approach. The Red Devils have shown a willingness to pay a €10m (£8.43m) release clause written into his contract. Ruben Amorim has plenty to do at Manchester United should he become the Red Devils' new manager. The current Sporting...

Inter Milan president Marotta: Oaktree a future guarantee

It's been suggested the investment firm would seek a quick sale after taking on the club from Suning.But Marotta says: “Oaktree’s ownership represents a guarantee for the future.“Being President is an honour, but also carries a sense of responsiblity.” It's been suggested the investment firm would seek a quick sale after taking on the club from Suning. But Marotta says: “Oaktree’s ownership represents a guarantee for the future. “Being President ...

AC Milan coach Fonseca: We're ready for Napoli - both teams are title contenders

Milan meet Napoli after not playing on the weekend after their clash with Bologna was suspended due to weather concerns.Fonseca spoke to the media today ahead of Tuesday night's clash with Napoli at San Siro stadium. Milan meet Napoli after not playing on the weekend after their clash with Bologna was suspended due to weather concerns. Fonseca spoke to the media today ahead of Tuesday night's clash with Napoli at San Siro stadium. Napoli very con...

Arsenal Invincible’s daughter delights fans in special custom leather jacket

ARSENAL icon Dennis Bergkamp has taught his daughter well when it comes to supporting the Gunners.Yasmin Bergkamp wore a custom leather jacket from fashion designer Antonia Bronze.The jacket is a tribute to Arsenal's unique home shirt from the 2005-06 season, their last at Highbury. ARSENAL icon Dennis Bergkamp has taught his daughter well when it comes to supporting the Gunners. Yasmin Bergkamp wore a custom leather jacket from fashion designer ...

Amorim arrives at Sporting 's HQ to take training as MU boss saga drags on

Ruben Amorim has arrived as Sporting Lisbon's headquarters to take training as negotiations continue over his potential departure to Man United.Several Sporting players have reportedly expressed their frustrations with Amorim as the 39-year-old prepares to leave the Portuguese champions just nine matches into the new league season. Ruben Amorim has arrived as Sporting Lisbon's headquarters to take training as negotiations continue over his p...

Inter Milan's 2-goal Zielinski: Defending not good enough for Juventus draw

Zielinski scored twice from the spot on the night, but admitted Inter's defending wasn't good enough.“I had already covered this role with the national team. We could have done more to avoid Juventus’ goals; it was too easy for them,” Zielinski said afterwards. Zielinski scored twice from the spot on the night, but admitted Inter's defending wasn't good enough. “I had already covered this role with the national team. We could have done more to av...

Klopp baffled by criticism over Red Bull role

Jurgen Klopp is baffled by the criticism he has received since agreeing to become the new global head of soccer at Red Bull.The German reportedly signed a five-year contract with the energy drinks brand earlier this month, in what is his first role since leaving Liverpool in June. Jurgen Klopp is baffled by the criticism he has received since agreeing to become the new global head of soccer at Red Bull. The German reportedly signed a five-year co...

CR7 breaks fan’s phone with wayward penalty and sends him collapsing to floor

CRISTIANO RONALDO's wayward penalty did more than send Al-Nassr crashing out of Saudi Arabia's biggest cup competition.Ronaldo's injury time spot-kick also managed to smash a young fan's phone and send him collapsing to the floor. CRISTIANO RONALDO's wayward penalty did more than send Al-Nassr crashing out of Saudi Arabia's biggest cup competition. Ronaldo's injury time spot-kick also managed to smash a young fan's phone and send him collapsing t...

How's the first game of every Man Utd manager since Sir Alex Ferguson went

Ruud van Nistelrooy is Manchester United's ninth interim or permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson left in 2013.After Erik ten Hag's bombshell departure on Monday, Van Nistelrooy was appointed as interim boss and will take charge of his first game against Leicester City in the Carabao Cup this evening. Ruud van Nistelrooy is Manchester United's ninth interim or permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson left in 2013. After Erik ten Hag's bombsh...

Barcelona watching Leao's situation at AC Milan

Barca made an attempt for the Portugal attacker over the summer, but Milan refused to consider negotiations.Sport says Barca are once again looking at the winger.The Spanish giants arefollowing Leão's situation very closely. The 25-year-old has many admirers in Barcelona, not least the president Joan Laporta. Barca made an attempt for the Portugal attacker over the summer, but Milan refused to consider negotiations. Sport says Barca are once agai...

Tebas slams Madrid's 'exaggerated victimhood' after Ballon d'Or boycott

LaLiga president Javier Tebas has accused Real Madrid of "exaggerated victimhood" as he slammed the club's decision to boycott Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony.The club opted to skip the ceremony after hearing Vinicius Junior would miss out on the top award, which was won by Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri. LaLiga president Javier Tebas has accused Real Madrid of "exaggerated victimhood" as he slammed the club's decision to boycott M...

Miedema set for spell on sidelines after knee surgery

Vivianne Miedema has undergone "successful surgery" on her left knee, Manchester City have confirmed.The Netherlands forward, who moved from Arsenal in the close season, has scored two goals and provided one assist in five appearances for City across all competitions this season. Vivianne Miedema has undergone "successful surgery" on her left knee, Manchester City have confirmed. The Netherlands forward, who moved from Arsenal in the close season...

Ex-Napoli chief Mantovani: We had Haaland; Benitez began the club's rise

Mantovani was in charge of Napoli's scouting division for 11 years and recalled how close they came to signing the Norway ace.He told Radio Napoli Centrale: "Yes, we had the Norwegian, as the president said. It is a deal that other clubs closed and with other figures, but we were always looking for all the ideal players for us." Mantovani was in charge of Napoli's scouting division for 11 years and recalled how close they came to signing the Norw...

Ruben Amorim: Sporting believe 39-year-old's move to Man Utd is a done deal

Sporting believe Ruben Amorim’s move to Manchester United is a done deal, but are standing firm on his 30-day notice period.Amorim, who has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford, has told Sporting he wants to move to United. Sporting believe Ruben Amorim’s move to Manchester United is a done deal, but are standing firm on his 30-day notice period. Amorim, who has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Erik ...

Conte happy with Napoli players for victory over Lecce

Giovanni di Lorenzo scored midway through the second-half for Napoli's 1-0 victory.“I have little to reproach the team for today. We had 65 per cent possession, had 24 shots on goal and 16 corner kicks. Lecce did very well to defend in an organised manner, but undoubtedly we attacked them,” Conte told DAZN. Giovanni di Lorenzo scored midway through the second-half for Napoli's 1-0 victory. “I have little to reproach the team for today. We had 65 ...

RMD match at Valencia 'at risk of being postponed' under devastating floods

Valencia's LaLiga match against Real Madrid on Saturday is at risk of postponement following horrendous floods in the Spanish city, according to reports.Flash floods hit Valencia on Tuesday, and it has been confirmed that more than 50 people have been killed as a result of the DANA tragedy. Valencia's LaLiga match against Real Madrid on Saturday is at risk of postponement following horrendous floods in the Spanish city, according to reports. http...

Inter Miami open to signing Neymar from Saudi Arabia

The reunion between Messi, Suarez and Neymar could be closer than ever. However, Inter Miami need the support of MLS.Neymar’s recent arrival in Miami, where he has purchased property, has sparked considerable speculation. The Brazilian star’s contract with Al Hilal expires in June 2025, and as of January, he’ll be free to negotiate with other clubs. Many fans dream of a reunion of the iconic MSN trio—Messi, Suárez, and Neymar—at Inter Miami, thou...

Van Nistelrooy arrives at Old Trafford for his first game as interim manager

Ruud van Nistelrooy has arrived at Old Trafford ahead of his first game as interim boss.The former Manchester United striker has taken command of the club in the absence of a permanent boss, with Erik ten Hag leaving Old Trafford earlier this week after a poor start to the season. Ruud van Nistelrooy has arrived at Old Trafford ahead of his first game as interim boss. The former Manchester United striker has taken command of the club in the absen...

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