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  • Leeds United linked with shock transfer for John Egan

    Leeds United linked with shock transfer for John Egan

    Leeds are said to be looking at a late move for Egan. Leeds United are interested in signing John Egan before the transfer deadline on Thursday night, according to reports. Leeds are currently without several defenders due to injury and are searching for reinforcements. Egan is a key player for Sheffield United and has helped […]

    3 years ago

  • Three Man United players reportedly asked for Harry Maguire to be dropped

    Three Man United players reportedly asked for Harry Maguire to be dropped

    Ronaldo reportedly said Maguire was ‘part of the problem’ at Old Trafford. Cristiano Ronaldo led a delegation of Manchester United players who called for Harry Maguire to be dropped, according to reports. Ronaldo, along with some other senior players, are understood to have approached interim manager Ralf Rangnick to discuss team matters last season. Maguire’s […]

    3 years ago

  • Graeme Souness takes aim at ‘vertically challenged’ Lisandro Martinez

    Graeme Souness takes aim at ‘vertically challenged’ Lisandro Martinez

    “He will get found out in the Premier League.” Graeme Souness has said that “vertically challenged” Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez will struggle in the Premier League. Souness has questioned whether the Argentinian defender is tall enough to play in central defence in the English top flight. Graeme Souness is unconvinced by Lisandro Martinez. The […]

    3 years ago

  • Steven Gerrard responds after Aston Villa fans boo team off following latest defeat

    Steven Gerrard responds after Aston Villa fans boo team off following latest defeat

    “I heard the fans’ frustration.” Steven Gerrard has said that he understands why Aston Villa supporters are frustrated after the club slumped to their third defeat of the season. West Ham United beat Gerrard’s team 1-0 at Villa Park on Sunday thanks to Pablo Fornal’s goal. At full-time, the manager and his players were booed […]

    3 years ago

  • Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly only has two exit routes left from Man United

    Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly only has two exit routes left from Man United

    Ronaldo’s options are limited as the transfer window enters its final week. Cristiano Ronaldo still wants to leave Manchester United, and the club are willing to let the Portugual forward leave, but his options are limited. According to reports on Sunday, Ronaldo is preparing himself for another year at Old Trafford, with no concrete offers […]

    3 years ago

  • Rio Ferdinand explains why Cristiano Ronaldo snubbed Jamie Carragher

    Rio Ferdinand explains why Cristiano Ronaldo snubbed Jamie Carragher

    “Cristiano is very calculated, he’s very aware of what’s going on.” Rio Ferdinand has explained why Cristiano Ronaldo snubbed Jamie Carragher during Sky Sports’ coverage of Manchester United versus Liverpool. Roy Keane, Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher were previewing the match on Monday night at Old Trafford when Ronaldo came over to the trio on […]

    3 years ago

  • Rio Ferdinand suggests new Man United captain after Harry Maguire is dropped

    Rio Ferdinand suggests new Man United captain after Harry Maguire is dropped

    “He looks like he feeds off that responsibility.” Rio Ferdinand has suggested that Bruno Fernandes should be Manchester United’s captain after Harry Maguire was dropped for the victory over Liverpool. Fernandes captained the Red Devils in their 2-1 win over Liverpool at Old Trafford in what was the team’s best performance for over a year. […]

    3 years ago

  • Man United record shock victory over Liverpool at Old Trafford

    Man United record shock victory over Liverpool at Old Trafford

    Man United 2-1 Liverpool. Manchester United turned around their awful start to the season with a convincing victory over Liverpool at Old Trafford on Monday night. Erik ten Hag’s team picked up their first win over the season with a convincing win over their fierce rivals. Liverpool, meanwhile, are still waiting for their first victory […]

    3 years ago

  • Roy Keane and Cristiano Ronaldo share moment ahead of Man United-Liverpool clash

    Roy Keane and Cristiano Ronaldo share moment ahead of Man United-Liverpool clash

    Keane was on punditry duty for the game. Roy Keane and Cristiano Ronaldo shared a pitch-side moment ahead of Manchester United versus Liverpool on Monday night. Ronaldo dropped to the bench for the Premier League clash, while Keane was on punditry duty at Old Trafford. The former teammates shared a few words ahead of kick-off. […]

    3 years ago

  • Wayne Rooney speaks perfect sense about Man United signing Casemiro

    Wayne Rooney speaks perfect sense about Man United signing Casemiro

    “The Casemiro deal seems to have come from nowhere.” Wayne Rooney has questioned Manchester United’s signing of Casemiro and asked if the midfielder is what the Red Devils currently need. Man United are close to landing the Brazilian from Real Madrid in a transfer worth a potential €70m, with Casemiro reportedly set to double his […]

    3 years ago

  • Anthony Joshua explains why he stormed out of the ring after Oleksandr Usyk defeat

    Anthony Joshua explains why he stormed out of the ring after Oleksandr Usyk defeat

    “I thought I had to get out of there because I was mad.” Anthony Joshua has explained why he stormed out of the ring following his split decision loss to Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday night. The Ukrainian heavyweight champion retained his belts in a long-awaited rematch between the pair. Following the fight, Joshua stormed out […]

    3 years ago

  • Erik ten Hag ‘now fully understands’ why he was warned about Man United job

    Erik ten Hag ‘now fully understands’ why he was warned about Man United job

    Ten Hag has had a difficult start to life at Man United. Erik ten Hag has been left ‘utterly stunned’ by Manchester United’s start to the season, according to reports. The Dutch coach tasted defeat in both of Man United’s matches this season, with the club losing the opening fixture of the campaign at home […]

    3 years ago

  • Seamus Coleman on the two Irish players who will ‘kick on’ this season

    Seamus Coleman on the two Irish players who will ‘kick on’ this season

    “I think Wolves have got themselves a very, very good player.” Seamus Coleman has tipped two Republic of Ireland players to have big seasons this year. Coleman has said that expects great things from Nathan Collins and Michael Obafemi. The Ireland captain also said that Robbie Brady could return to the national team following a […]

    3 years ago

  • Larne suspend midfielder John Herron for wearing t-shirt with pro-IRA slogan

    Larne suspend midfielder John Herron for wearing t-shirt with pro-IRA slogan

    “There is no room for behaviour which falls outside of this ethos.” Larne FC have suspended John Herron with immediate effect after images of the player wearing a t-shirt with a pro-IRA slogan appeared on social media. A photograph of Herron wearing a t-shirt which appeared to have “tiocfaidh ár lá” and “ooh ah up […]

    3 years ago

  • Man United have ‘decided to sell’ promising midfielder James Garner

    Man United have ‘decided to sell’ promising midfielder James Garner

    Spurs and Forest are both said to be interested in signing Garner. Manchester United are prepared to sell midfielder James Garner, according to reports. The 21-year-old was expected to be part of Erik ten Hag’s plans this season, and the team is short of quality in midfield. Yet, it appears that United are looking to […]

    3 years ago

  • Erik ten Hag reportedly ‘furious’ with Man United for ‘hanging him out to dry’

    Erik ten Hag reportedly ‘furious’ with Man United for ‘hanging him out to dry’

    Ten Hag is reportedly frustrated with the club’s efforts in the transfer market. Erik ten Hag is said to be ‘furious’ with Manchester United’s failures in the transfer market, and feels that he ‘has been hung out to dry’, according to reports. The Red Devils were humiliated on Saturday, losing 4-0 away to Brentford. The […]

    3 years ago

  • Gary Neville and Jamie Redknapp involved in heated clash over Man United

    Gary Neville and Jamie Redknapp involved in heated clash over Man United

    “Look at me when I’m talking to you.” Gary Neville and Jamie Redknapp were involved in a heated exchange on Sky Sports following Brentford’s 4-0 win over Manchester United. The Bees hammered an abject Man United and provided the club with another low point in a year that has been littered with grim moments. Following […]

    3 years ago

  • Man United target two new forwards as desperate search for a striker goes on

    Man United target two new forwards as desperate search for a striker goes on

    Man United’s search for a striker continues. Manchester United have reportedly identified two new transfer targets after opting against signing Marko Arnautovic. The Red Devils looked set to sign the Austrian forward from Bologna, with the club short of cover in forward positions. Man United, however, distanced themselves from the deal after fans voiced their […]

    3 years ago

  • “I don’t trust you” – Joey Barton delivers brutal dismissal of Irish defender

    “I don’t trust you” – Joey Barton delivers brutal dismissal of Irish defender

    “I’ve been telling Trev all summer, ‘I don’t trust you’.” Joey Barton has delivered a scathing dismissal of former Ireland Under-21 defender Trevor Clarke. The Bristol Rovers manager has said that he doesn’t “trust” Clarke and that he regrets giving the full-back a new two-year contract in June. The Dubliner, along with teammates Zain Westbrooke […]

    3 years ago

  • Roy Keane questions Man United’s leadership after latest transfer link

    Roy Keane questions Man United’s leadership after latest transfer link

    “Who’s making these decisions?” Roy Keane has questioned Manchester United’s leadership following the team’s 2-1 defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion on Sunday. The Red Devils began a new era under Erik ten Hag with a disappointing defeat at Old Trafford. Yet, the manner of the loss was extremely familiar to anyone who has watched […]

    3 years ago

  • Micah Richards winds up Roy Keane with Alf Inge Haaland joke

    Micah Richards winds up Roy Keane with Alf Inge Haaland joke

    “He’s waiting for Roy over there, I’ve never seen Roy so nervous.” Micah Richards made a joke at Roy Keane’s expense after Erling Haaland scored twice for Manchester City on his Premier League debut. Keane and Haaland’s father Alf Inge had several run-ins during their playing careers. Following Man City’s 2-0 win over West Ham […]

    3 years ago

  • Man United start Erik ten Hag era with disappointing defeat to Brighton

    Man United start Erik ten Hag era with disappointing defeat to Brighton

    Man United 1- 2 Brighton. Manchester United have started the Erik ten Hag era with a defeat against Brighton and Hove Albion at Old Trafford. Pascal Gross scored twice for Brighton to give Graham Potter’s side a deserved win at Old Trafford. United pulled a goal back in the second half and pushed hard for […]

    3 years ago

  • Roy Keane asks the right question about Cristiano Ronaldo situation

    Roy Keane asks the right question about Cristiano Ronaldo situation

    “Why doesn’t he have that in Ronaldo’s contract?” Roy Keane has questioned why Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent did not include a break clause in the player’s Manchester United contract. Ronaldo reportedly wants to leave Old Trafford this summer as he is desperate to play in the Champions League. Keane, however, has questioned why Jorge Mendes, Ronaldo’s […]

    3 years ago

  • Alex Ferguson given new role at Man United and will have more influence on decisions

    Alex Ferguson given new role at Man United and will have more influence on decisions

    Ferguson will now have more influence at Old Trafford. Alex Ferguson has been given a new role at Manchester United, according to reports. The legendary Scottish manager, who led the Red Devils to 13 Premier League titles, has reportedly not had an influence on the key decisions at his former club since retiring in 2013. […]

    3 years ago

  • Troy Parrott set to sign for Preston North End on loan from Tottenham

    Troy Parrott set to sign for Preston North End on loan from Tottenham

    Parrott will join Preston on loan. Preston North End are set to sign Troy Parrott on loan from Tottenham Hotspur, according to reports. Parrott, who was with Spurs’ first team for their pre-season tour of Asia, will join the Championship team ahead of the new season. The Republic of Ireland forward will have a greater […]

    3 years ago

  • Padraig Harrington questions timing of Henrik Stenson’s LIV Golf move

    Padraig Harrington questions timing of Henrik Stenson’s LIV Golf move

    “He could have waited 15 months, let’s be honest.” Padraig Harrington has questioned the timing of Henrik Stenson’s decision to join the LIV Golf tour, which has resulted in the Swedish golfer being stripped of the Ryder Cup captaincy. Stenson was due to lead Team Europe at the event in Rome next year. However, Ryder […]

    3 years ago

  • Stephen Kenny son’s Eoin named in Northern Ireland’s Under-18 squad

    Stephen Kenny son’s Eoin named in Northern Ireland’s Under-18 squad

    Kenny’s son Eoin plays for Dundalk at Under-19 level. Eoin Kenny, the son of Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny, has been called up to the Northern Ireland Under-18 squad ahead of a match against Manchester United in the SuperCupNI. Eoin, who plays for Dundalk at Under-19 level, qualifies to play for Northern Ireland as […]

    3 years ago

  • Atletico Madrid interested in signing Cristiano Ronaldo from Man United

    Atletico Madrid interested in signing Cristiano Ronaldo from Man United

    Atletico Madrid are said to be interested in signing Ronaldo. Atletico Madrid could provide Cristiano Ronaldo with an escape route from Manchester United, according to reports. Ronaldo has made it clear that he wants to leave Old Trafford this summer, as he wants to play in the Champions League, but his options appear limited. Chelsea, […]

    3 years ago

  • Eamon Dunphy and John O’Shea name their favourite football pundits

    Eamon Dunphy and John O’Shea name their favourite football pundits

    “Scholesy is like he was in a tackle, fairly cut-throat.” Eamon Dunphy and John O’Shea have been speaking about their favourite football pundits currently working on TV. Dunphy opted for some of his former RTÉ colleagues, while O’Shea said he enjoys hearing from two of his ex-Manchester United teammates. They both praised Graeme Souness, while […]

    3 years ago

  • Troy Parrott reveals Antonio Conte advice as clubs line up for Ireland forward

    Troy Parrott reveals Antonio Conte advice as clubs line up for Ireland forward

    “That’s all I can ask for really.” Troy Parrott has revealed the advice he has received from Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte in pre-season training. The Republic of Ireland striker has returned to Spurs after a successful loan spell with MK Dons in League One last season. Parrott may be on the move again ahead […]

    3 years ago

  • Man United close to signing Argentinian defender Lisandro Martinez from Ajax

    Man United close to signing Argentinian defender Lisandro Martinez from Ajax

    Man United look set to make their second signing of the summer. Manchester United are close to signing Lisandro Martinez from Ajax, according to reports. The Argentinian defender, 24, could become the club’s second signing of the summer. If the transfer goes through, Martinez will also be reunited with new United manager Erik ten Hag, who […]

    3 years ago

  • Ireland forward Aaron Connolly linked with shock transfer to Serie B side

    Ireland forward Aaron Connolly linked with shock transfer to Serie B side

    Meanwhile, Nathan Collins, Jeff Hendrick and Josh Cullen have landed new clubs. Aaron Connolly could be the latest Republic of Ireland international to secure a transfer this summer, according to reports, with the Brighton and Hove Albion striker linked with a move to a team in Italy. If he leaves Brighton, Connolly would become the […]

    3 years ago

  • Erik ten Hag may have got his first big decision at Man United wrong

    Erik ten Hag may have got his first big decision at Man United wrong

    Ten Hag could have got the first big decision of his tenure wrong. Erik ten Hag has said that Harry Maguire will continue as Manchester United captain next season, despite question marks about the player’s form and performance in the role. “He is an established captain for a few years and he has achieved a […]

    3 years ago

  • Wolves set to break Irish transfer record to sign Nathan Collins

    Wolves set to break Irish transfer record to sign Nathan Collins

    Collins is on the verge of a swift return to the Premier League. Nathan Collins is close to signing for Wolverhampton Wanderers, according to multiple reports. Wolves will pay Burnley a reported £20.5m (€24m) for the Republic of Ireland defender, a transfer fee which will make Collins the most expensive Irish player ever. Nathan Collins: […]

    3 years ago

  • Erik ten Hag ‘accepts’ Man United’s decision about Cristiano Ronaldo

    Erik ten Hag ‘accepts’ Man United’s decision about Cristiano Ronaldo

    Ronaldo wants to leave Man United this summer. Manchester United accept that they will have to sell Cristiano Ronaldo this summer, according to reports. Erik ten Hag, the new Red Devils coach, is reportedly ‘planning for the future’ without the club’s most famous player, and ‘accepts’ that Ronaldo will, most likely, be sold. The Portugal […]

    4 years ago

  • Man United reportedly set terms for Cristiano Ronaldo transfer

    Man United reportedly set terms for Cristiano Ronaldo transfer

    Ronaldo wants to leave Man United to play in the Champions League. Manchester United are prepared to sell Cristiano Ronaldo this summer, according to reports, but only on two strict conditions. When reports emerged on Saturday afternoon about Ronaldo wanting to leave Old Trafford, sources within the club stated that the player was not for […]

    4 years ago

  • Burnley interested in signing Ireland midfielder Jason Knight from Derby

    Burnley interested in signing Ireland midfielder Jason Knight from Derby

    Knight could be on the move this summer. Burnley want to sign Republic of Ireland midfielder Jason Knight from Derby County, according to reports. Knight, 21, could be on the move this summer after the Rams suffered relegation from the Championship to League One amidst a turbulent period of financial issues. The Ireland midfielder is […]

    4 years ago

  • Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Man United and the club shouldn’t stand in his way

    Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Man United and the club shouldn’t stand in his way

    Man United should help Ronaldo find a new club Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Manchester United this summer, according to reports. The former Real Madrid star, who rejoined his former team from Juventus last September, feels it is the right time to leave Old Trafford for a second time after a disappointing campaign for the […]

    4 years ago

  • Southampton pay tribute as Shane Long leaves the club after eight years

    Southampton pay tribute as Shane Long leaves the club after eight years

    Long joined the club back in 2014. Southampton have released Shane Long after eight seasons with the Premier League club. The Republic of Ireland striker, who made 245 appearances for the Saints, leaves the club following the expiration of his contract. Southampton fans paid tribute to Long on social media after his exit was announced, […]

    4 years ago

  • Former England Under-21 captain open to playing for Ireland

    Former England Under-21 captain open to playing for Ireland

    “It is international football so I want to play.” Jake Clarke-Salter has said that he is open to switching allegiance from England to the Republic of Ireland. The Queens Park Rangers defender played for England at underage level, and captained their Under-21 team. The 24-year-old, however, qualifies for Ireland through his Irish-born grandmother. Clarke-Salter has […]

    4 years ago

  • Kylian Mbappe reportedly wants PSG to sell Neymar

    Kylian Mbappe reportedly wants PSG to sell Neymar

    PSG reportedly want to sell Neymar. Kylian Mbappe has urged Paris Saint-Germain to sell Neymar, according to reports. Mbappe recently signed a new contract that made him the world’s best-paid footballer. The deal also reportedly gave him a massive say over football matters at PSG, and the French forward is keen to see his famous […]

    4 years ago

  • How Man United would line-up if they land their big summer transfer targets

    How Man United would line-up if they land their big summer transfer targets

    Man United are reportedly closing in on signing De Jong and Eriksen. Manchester United have, so far, experienced a difficult transfer window, with positive news in short supply. The Red Devils, under new manager Erik ten Hag, have yet to land any new players and have watched on as so-called rivals Manchester City, Liverpool and […]

    4 years ago

  • Cristiano Ronaldo ‘considering leaving Man United’ over club’s transfer issues

    Cristiano Ronaldo ‘considering leaving Man United’ over club’s transfer issues

    Ronaldo re-joined the club last September. Cristiano Ronaldo is considering leaving Manchester United this summer after growing frustrated with the club’s transfer business, according to reports in Portugal. Meanwhile, reports in Spain suggest that Bayern Munich would be interested in signing Ronaldo if Robert Lewandowski leaves the German champions to sign for Barcelona. Ronaldo reportedly […]

    4 years ago

  • Zinedine Zidane explains why he would never manage Man United

    Zinedine Zidane explains why he would never manage Man United

    “Would I want to go to Manchester?” Zinedine Zidane has explained why he is unlikely to ever become Manchester United manager. The France legend has enjoyed a highly successful career as a manager and was repeatedly linked with taking over at Old Trafford. Zidane, who has had two spells as Real Madrid head coach, was […]

    4 years ago

  • The behind-the-scenes story of how Bayern signed Sadio Mané from Liverpool revealed

    The behind-the-scenes story of how Bayern signed Sadio Mané from Liverpool revealed

    “Sadio asked many questions, everything was interesting to him.” Sadio Mane has officially joined Bayern Munich from Liverpool in a transfer worth an initial €32m. Mane has signed a three-year deal with the German champions, bringing to an end his highly-successful six-year spell at Anfield. The Senegal forward scored 120 goals in 269 games for […]

    4 years ago