Jesse Lingard’s career has taken a different path since his time at Manchester United, and his ventures outside of football have faced significant challenges. The 32-year-old former England international now plays for FC Seoul in South Korea, where he has scored six goals and provided three assists in 26 appearances since moving to Asia 12…
ARSENAL TO LOSE SPORTING DIRECTOR EDU
Arsenal are set to lose their sporting director, Edu Gaspar, with the Brazilian reportedly on the brink of joining forces with Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis and his network of clubs. This departure will mark a significant shift at the Emirates, removing one of Mikel Arteta’s key allies during a period of success that saw…
INTER ON THE UP IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
Inter Milan are making an early statement in this season’s European competition, sitting second in the table without having conceded a single goal so far. Despite scoring just seven goals in five matches, Simone Inzaghi’s team continues to impress with its well-organized and efficient style. Their latest victory came against RB Leipzig, who were undone…
JONES TIPS AMAD FOR BIG FUTURE
Former Manchester United defender Phil Jones believes Amad Diallo will continue to be a key player for the club under new head coach Ruben Amorim, following his impressive performances last season and this campaign. Jones, who retired from football in 2023 after leaving United, recalled how challenging it was to face Diallo in training due…
NICOL NAMES STERLING AS WORST SIGNING
Liverpool legend Steve Nicol has launched a scathing attack on former Reds winger Raheem Sterling, calling him the worst signing in the Premier League this season. Sterling, who is currently on loan at Arsenal after a frustrating stint at Chelsea, has made little impact since joining Mikel Arteta’s side, sparking criticism from Nicol. Sterling, 29,…
TUCHEL BOOSTED BY HILARIO’S MOVE
Thomas Tuchel’s new England coaching staff received a significant boost with the resignation of Henrique Hilario from Chelsea to join him as the national team’s goalkeeping coach. Hilario’s departure ends his 18-year association with the Blues, where he transitioned from player to coach, working under Tuchel during their successful stint together at Stamford Bridge. The…
GRAVENBERCH SURPRISES NEVILLE THIS SEASON
Gary Neville has expressed his astonishment at how well Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has performed this season, with the Dutchman emerging as a brilliant number six under manager Arne Slot. The former Manchester United captain revealed on the *Stick To Football* podcast that Gravenberch’s transformation has been the biggest surprise of the campaign, highlighting his…
RANGNICK’S TRANSFER ADVICE MORE RELEVANT THAN EVER
Ex-Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick’s warnings about the club’s transfer strategy seem increasingly pertinent amid the team’s ongoing struggles under Erik ten Hag. Despite support from new minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who has provided both a contract extension and a substantial transfer budget of just under £200 million, Ten Hag’s third season has…
SLOT MAKES HISTORY AS LIVERPOOL WIN AGAIN
Arne Slot has become the first Liverpool manager to win eight of his first nine matches, with Mohamed Salah’s brilliant strike sealing a 2-0 victory over Bologna in the Champions League on Wednesday. Slot’s impressive start to his tenure has Liverpool dreaming of another memorable European campaign, as they claimed their second successive Champions League…
LOCATELLI HAS NO REGRETS OVER ARSENAL SNUB
Manuel Locatelli has dismissed any notion of regret over his decision not to join Arsenal in 2021, despite revealing his admiration for Mikel Arteta. The Italian midfielder was in high demand following his standout performances at Euro 2020, where he played a key role in Italy’s success, scoring two goals against Switzerland in the group…