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      Erik ten Hag breaks silence on Cristiano Ronaldo’s latest fierce criticism of Man Utd with spiky response to club legend

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      ERIK TEN HAG has broken his silence after Cristiano Ronaldo launched a stinging attack on on the Manchester United boss.Ronaldo, who already has history with Ten Hag from his second spell at Man Utd, slammed the Dutchman for his negative outlook on United’s ambitions.Erik ten Hag has offered up a spiky response to Cristiano Ronaldo’s swipe at Man UtdCredit: ReutersRonaldo suggested that the Red Devils need to ‘rebuild everything’Credit: GettyRonaldo claimed that the Red Devils need to “rebuild everything” and took a swipe at Erik ten Hag for suggesting that a club of Man Utd’s stature can’t compete for the biggest trophies.Speaking on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, Ronaldo said: “As I told you, Manchester, they need to rebuild everything, in my opinion.“The coach, they say they cannot compete to win the League and Champions League.“[As] Manchester United coach, you cannot say that you’re not going to fight to win the League or Champions League. READ MORE ON MAN UTD“You have to be, to mentally say, listen, maybe we don’t have that potential, but I cannot say that. We’re going to try. You have to try.”Ten Hag has now offered up his views on Ronaldo’s claims in his press conference ahead of United’s trip to face Southampton this weekend.Rather than offering a rebuttal to the 39-year-old’s swipe, he has instead suggested that Ronaldo was the one who is claiming that Man Utd aren’t good enough to compete for the biggest titles.Ronaldo’s second spell at Man Utd saw his contract terminated after a public fall-out with Erik ten HagCredit: ReutersBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said: “He [Ronaldo] said that Manchester United can’t win the Premier League. He said this if you read the article very well.Most read in Football”He’s far away in Saudi, far away from Manchester. Everyone can have an opinion. It’s okay.”Piers Morgan slams ‘complete idiot’ Erik ten Hag in astonishing rant against Man Utd boss about Cristiano RonaldoAdding: “[It] doesn’t impact me, I know in the process where we are, where we’re going.”When quizzed on what United’s ambitions are later in the press conference, he said: “We will see where we are in May.”It is very early in the season and it is about winning trophies, being as high as possible in the league, do everything to win every game.”Man Utd fell to an eighth place finish in the league last season, losing 14 games and finishing on a negative goal difference.However, Ten Hag still managed to win the FA Cup with his squad – securing a second piece of silverware in as many seasons at Old Trafford.That trophy appeared to bank him more time at the helm of the club after he penned a new deal in the summer following months of speculation about a possible exit.Ronaldo’s rollercoaster return to Man UtdBy JOSHUA HALLCristiano Ronaldo returned to the Theatre of Dreams in 2021 after some 12 years away from the club where he first rose to fame.It looked like a fairytale return for one of the games’ greatest ever players, but things soon turned sour at the Manchester club.Ronaldo arrived for less than £20m and walked back into Premier League football like he had never left, netting 18 goals and registering three assists in his first league campaign back.That run saw him top United’s list of scorers for the season thanks to hat-tricks against Spurs and Norwich and a number of crucial last minute goals.But things took a turn in his second season as he fell out of favour after the arrival of new boss Erik ten Hag.Despite his impressive return in the previous season many fans and media outlets were claiming that his overall influence on the team was detrimental to results.Things got even worse when Ronaldo refused to come on against Spurs in October 2022, prompting Ten Hag to drop him from the squad for the following game against Chelsea.While it was also reported that Ronaldo had left Old Trafford early following the interaction with his boss.The final straw was an explosive interview with Piers Morgan in which Ronaldo took aim at Ten Hag, Man Utd’s culture and hinted about a potential exit.That exit shortly followed as Ronaldo saw his contract with Man Utd terminated in November 2022.The five-time Ballon d’Or winner penned a mega money deal with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, bringing an end to a tumultuous second spell with Man Utd.Ultimately, Ten Hag has outlasted Ronaldo at the Theatre of Dreams.In fact, Ronaldo lasted less than half a season under the former Ajax boss when he played under him during his return to Man Utd.The Portuguese powerhouse saw his contract ripped up in November 2022 after he had blasted his then-boss in a bombshell interview with Piers Morgan.The sour ending to Ronaldo’s homecoming allowed the five-time Ballon d’or winner to secure his move to Saudi Arabia with Al-Nassr.Since making the switch to the Middle East, Ronaldo has scored 62 goals and registered 17 assists in his 68 appearances.Manchester United have had an underwhelming start to the season under Ten Hag this term.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Manchester giants have lost two of their opening three Prem clashes and currently sit 14th in the league table.They were embarrassed 3-0 by rivals Liverpool last time out and will be hoping to bounce back with their trip to the south coast to face Southampton on Saturday.Man Utd player ratings vs LiverpoolMANCHESTER UNITED had a horror show against Liverpool as they lost 3-0.Casemiro was so bad he was taken off at half-time.But were there any positive performances at Old Trafford?Andre Onana – 5Nothing he could do about any of Liverpool’s goals and made a few saves to prevent the scoreline from getting worse.Noussair Mazraoui – 5Came close to scoring in the first half and looked solid enough against Diaz although he did push up too high before Liverpool’s opener.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Left Diaz and Domink Szobozslai in acres of space for the opening goal but was left in a tricky spot thanks to Casemiro’s error. Booked for a shocking late tackle on Diaz.Lisandro Martinez – 3Lost Diaz for the second goal which meant the Colombian was able to score unmarked from the penalty spot.Also guilty of giving away the ball too easily and was not tight enough with his marking.Diogo Dalot – 4Was caught out pushing up too quickly for the first goal and did not do enough to stop Mo Salah’s cross in the build-up to Liverpool’s second.Looked dangerous in attack at times but too infrequently as he had plenty of defensive work to do since Rashford did not track Trent Alexander-Arnold.Casemiro – 2A horror show in the first half as he gave the ball away in the lead up to both of Liverpool’s goals.He was caught on the ball for the second after a shocking misplaced pass left his defence vulnerable for the opening goal. Hooked at half-time.Kobbie Mainoo – 4Fell victim to the Casemiro curse as he was shrugged off the ball in a terrible position, allowing Liverpool to add a third with ease.Bruno Fernandes – 5Was United’s most creative spark but that is not saying much. Tried to get his side going in the first half but looked short of ideas and inspiration after the break.Alejandro Garnacho – 4Still appears to be a little rusty and is yet to hit the heights he reached last season.Marcus Rashford – 3Nothing came off for the out-of-sorts forward who must be running out of chances before he is dropped.Joshua Zirkzee – 4Quiet up-front and had little influence on the wing as well, but missed a clear-cut chance with his head and should have turned in Rashford’s cross which he met at the far post.SubsToby Collyer (for Casemiro, HT) – 5A difficult game for the youngster to make his Premier League debut but he put himself about and won a few tackles.Harry Maguire (for De Ligt, 69mins) – 5Shored things up at the back as Liverpool took their foot off the pedal.Amad (for Garnacho, 69mins) – 5Provided a spark on the right and looked more lively than Garnacho.Christian Eriksen (for Zirkzee, 86mins) – N/ANot on long enough to make an impact.Manchester United have struggled at the start of this seasonCredit: PACristiano Ronaldo continues to score goals in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty More

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      David Beckham will lead mourners at Sven-Goran Eriksson’s funeral as ex manager’s heartbreaking last words revealed

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      DAVID Beckham will lead soccer legends and dignitaries saluting England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson at his star-studded funeral in Sweden on Friday.Becks, 49, was the Swedish coach’s captain during their Three Lions heyday and will fly to pay tribute in person at Sven’s home town of Torsby.David Beckham will lead soccer legends and dignitaries saluting England boss Sven-Goran ErikssonCredit: ReutersThe book of condolence near Fryksande Church in Torsby where the funeral will be heldCredit: Doug SeeburgDavid Beckham’s private jet lands at the Karlstad airport in Sweden todayCredit: EPAHundreds are expected to throng his funeral, which will be followed by a New Orleans-style funeral processionCredit: EPASven’s longtime lover Nancy Dell’olio, 63, will also join hundreds of mourners at a colourful funeral procession staged to celebrate the soccer legend’s life.A source told The Sun: “David will be going to the funeral – he was very close to Sven and wants to say goodbye in person.“It will be a low key appearance – he won’t be giving a eulogy or saying any words but will definitely be there.”Sven – who succumbed to pancreatic cancer in August, eight months after revealing his terminal diagnosis – was England manager for all but two of Becks’ 59 matches as captain.Paying tribute, the former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Inter Milan superstar said: “Sven, thank you for always being the person you have always been, passionate, caring, calm and a true gentleman.”I will be forever grateful for you making me your captain.”Beckham posted his message on social media alongside a video of the pair from his visit to see the ailing former coach after he revealed he had “at best” a year to live.The former Three Lions superstar recalled: “We laughed, we cried and we knew we were saying goodbye.Most read in Football”I will forever hold these last memories of this day with you and your family.”Thank you Sven and in your last words to me: “It will be OK”.” David Beckham shares heartbreaking tribute video after tragic death of former England manager Sven-Goran ErikssonSven’s send-off has been organised by his last partner, flame-haired Panamanian beauty Yaniseth Alcides and his children from his first marriage, Johan, 45, and Lina, 37.Glamorous Yaniseth – who has a son from a previous relationship – enjoyed glitzy gala dinners with Sven until a few months before his death.The soccer svengali spent his last days at his stunning waterside retreat at Sunne on Sweden’s Lake Fryken and died surrounded by loved ones.Hundreds are expected to throng his funeral at picturesque Fryksände Church in the nearby town of Torsby, which will be followed by a New Orleans-style funeral procession.The town’s brass band will lead his coffin on a 700-metres parade to the Kollsberg homestead museum where speeches and eulogies will be given.Band leaders will pack a string of Sven’s favourite jazz songs into the 14-minute march intended to live up to Sven’s mantra: “Celebrate life.”Sven sadly died of pancreatic cancer in August, eight months after he revealed his terminal diagnosisCredit: AFPInside the Fryksande church in Torsby, SwedenCredit: EPADavid Beckham was the Swedish coach’s captain during their Three Lions heydayCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdSven delivered a final goodbye message just months before his deathCredit: Amazon PrimeBecks penned in a heartfelt tribute ‘I will be forever grateful for you making me your captain’Credit: Times Newspapers LtdThe funeral will be the biggest ever staged in Sven’s home town of Torsby – population 4,000 – with 200 seats reserved for close family and friends inside the 600-seat red brick church.A big TV screen will be set up outside for hundreds of more mourners expected outside once the pews are filled.Eriksson’s agent, Bo Gustavsson, said Sven – known as “Svennis” in Sweden – wanted “ordinary people” to attend.Guests have been asked to wear black at the service, which will be packed with Sven’s many Swedish pals, townsfolk and football pals from across the globe..Woman priest Ingela Älvskog, 64, was asked to officiate – after the pair became friends when she joined Fryksände Church in 2014.Ingela – who is returning especially after a spell preaching abroad – said: “This is such an honourable mission that I have been given.”He would come to church. He was so nice. I am friends with his family and especially his father Sven.”There are so many good things to say about Svennis. He was a man full of joy and love.”‘A VERY KIND PERSON’Like Becks, Sven’s ex Nancy – at his side throughout his five-year England reign up to 2006 – also said tearful goodbyes after his diagnosis.The former kingpin of English soccer and his first lady reconciled and shared tender moments on the phone up until a few weeks before his death.Nancy said: “It was hard, but he sounded so relaxed and we were laughing and he would just say ‘I feel okay’.“It was quite difficult to even be talking but I tried to be fearless and see how he was. I wanted to get together for another dinner.“I find it difficult being here talking about Sven knowing that he is not here with us anymore.“He was loveable – when you love someone you will love them forever. He was a very kind person.”Nancy later broke down and wept in a ITV interview as she told of her pain at the loss of the “love of her life”.Sven’s aides last night declined to give a full list of guests expected at the funeral – but a string of stars and footy friends are expected.Sven-Goran Eriksson’s managerial careerFOLLOWING Sven-Goran Eriksson’s death from his battle with cancer, SunSport takes a look at his remarkable managerial career…PROMISING STARTIt began in Sweden in 1977 where he won the third division with Degerfors, before he joined Gothenburg and won two Swedish Cups and the Uefa Cup.He then took over at Benfica in 1982 and spent two seasons with the Portuguese giants where he won back-to-back league titles.INCREDIBLE ITALIAN SUCCESSStints followed in Italy with Roma and Fiorentina, but he returned to Benfica in 1989 and reached the European Cup final before losing to AC Milan.Eriksson claimed a third league title with Benfica the following year, leaving in 1992 for Sampdoria.He spent five seasons with the Serie A side, winning the Copa Italia in 1994.Eriksson then added another two Coppa Italias to his trophy cabinet with Lazio across a four-year spell.ENGLAND APPOINTMENTThen came the England job in 2001 where he spent five years at the helm of the national side.He reached the quarter-finals of World Cup 2002, losing 2-1 to eventual winners Brazil.England then suffered back-to-back eliminations at the hands of Portugal at Euro 2004 and World Cup 2006.PREMIER LEAGUE SPELLSAfter leaving the Three Lions following his third major tournament, he spent one season at Manchester City.Spells followed at Mexico, Ivory Coast and Leicester, before he moved to China where he coached three clubs across a four-year period.His last managerial stint came for the Philippines national team, a position he held from October 2018 to January 2019.MAJOR HONOURSPortugal League title x 3 (Benfica 82/83, 83/84, 90/91)Copa Italia x 4 (Roma 85/86, Sampdoria 93/94, Lazio 97/98, 99/00)Serie A title (Lazio 99/00)Uefa Cup Winners’ Cup (Lazio 98/99)Uefa Super Cup (Lazio 99)BBC Sports Personality Coach of the Year (England 2001)Football Association deputy CEO Mark Burrows will attend to represent England soccer chiefs.Sven’s last written words were revealed on the eve of his funeral yesterday – urging readers to enjoy life to the full.He told how he passed on the advice to former player Didier Hamann, who found him cracking open champagne on the day he was sacked by Manchester City in 2008.READ MORE SUN STORIESSven wrote in his last, an unfinished, last column for the Daily Telegraph: “Life is to be celebrated. I always had that attitude.“Celebrate life. That has always been my mindset – whatever is thrown at you.”Beckham will pay a tribute in person at the star-studded funeralCredit: PALina and Johan Eriksson have helped plan the funeralCredit: Andrew TimmsThe former England Football Manager with his ex-girlfriend Nancy Dell’olioCredit: GettyEriksson’s partner of the last 15 years, Yaniseth del Carmen Bravo Mendoza, stood by his side in the final daysCredit: Alamy More

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      Spanish footie crisis as ‘sexual consent contract’ with ‘accidental rape’ clause exposed after string of controversies

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      SPANISH footballers are said to be using sexual consent contracts after a wave of rape and assault allegations.The consent forms that purportedly include an “accidental rape” clause are now a common occurrence following a string of controversies involving players.The alleged consent form was exposed by the National Centre for Training of Football Coaches of Spain Miguel GalanCredit: TwitterThe Wolves striker was arrested over an alleged sex assaultCredit: EPAConvicted rapist Dani Alves served a few weeks of his four-year sentenceCredit: ReutersRubiales faced backlash for his interaction with Jenni Hermoso last yearCredit: APThe revelation came from the head of the head of National Centre for Training of Football Coaches of Spain Miguel Galan who said a number of players are now using the contract.He shared a photo of the alleged consent form on X and said the four-page letter is circulating among LaLiga players.Galan told a Spanish TV show that the form was passed to him by a foreign football player.The contract, written in English includes several sections including a controversial clause called “accidental rape.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLIt states that both parties need to identify themselves using their full names and confirm they are both “sexually attracted to each other”.The document adds: “Therefore, the consenter and the proposer put their bodies at the mutual disposal for the aforementioned purpose from the time and date indicated for a period of hours.”Speaking on the Spanish TV show “En boca de todos”, Galan said: “I received this type of contract from a foreign footballer, so I suspect that they are used in other countries, under another law. I think that a contract like this has no place.”He added he is aware that two players in LaLiga and one in the third division are using the forms and said he has questions about other methods of consent such as through a mobile phone.Most read in FootballIt comes days after striker Rafa Mir was arrested over an alleged sex assault.The 27-year-old, currently on loan at LaLiga team Valencia from top-flight rivals Sevilla, was released on bail but will continue to be probed as part of an ongoing criminal investigation.While a few months ago 41-year-old Dani Alves served a few weeks of his four-and-a-half-year sentence for a rape conviction before being released on bail from a prison in March.He was accused of raping a woman in a nightclub in Barcelona on December 30, 2022.And last year Luis Rubiales stepped down from his role as Spanish FA chief following a public backlash to his interaction with player Jenni Hermoso.If convicted of sexual assault and covering up the infamous “Kissgate” scandal he will also pay £85,000 compensation to victim Hermoso. More

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      What did Rodrigo Bentancur say to Son Heung-Min?

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      RODRIGO Bentancur drew widespread criticism after he made a comment at the expense of his Tottenham teammate Son Hueng-min.The footballer now faces charges from the FA, after making the comment on a Uruguayan TV show.Rodrigo has been charged by the FACredit: Reuters- Action ImagesSon Heung-min has addressed Bentancur’s commentsCredit: AFPOn the show, Rodrigo was asked about a teammate’s shirt.He responded: “Sonny’s? It could be Sonny’s cousin too. They all look the same.”The video quickly spread across social media, leading Bentancur to post an apology on his Instagram story. In the video, he said: “Brother! I apologise to you for what happened, it was just a very bad joke!”Read more in sportsHowever, there is still the possibility that Bentancur could face a serious ban.What have the FA said about Bentancur’s comments towards Son?The FA charged Rodrigo with breaching FA Rule E3, which covers references to someone’s nationality, race, or ethnic origin. The football body went one step further by releasing a public statement about the incident. The statement read: “Rodrigo Bentancur has been charged with an alleged breach of FA Rule E3 for misconduct in relation to a media interview.Most read in Football”It’s alleged that the Tottenham Hotspur midfielder has breached FA Rule E3.1 as he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or brought the game into disrepute.”It’s further alleged that this constitutes an “aggravated breach” which is defined in FA Rule E3.2, as it included a reference, whether express or implied, to nationality and/or race and/or ethnic origin.”Rodrigo has until September 19, 2024, to respond to the charges.How will Bentancur be punished for his comments towards Son?It is not known how the FA will respond, once Rodrigo has addressed the charges, but they have a long history of punishing racist comments made by players.In 2011, Liverpool striker Luis Suarez was fined £40,000 and given an 8-match ban, after he was found guilty of racially abusing Manchester United’s Patrice Evra.Tottenham complete £20m Rodrigo Bentancur signing on permanent transfer from Juventus Also, Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva, was fined £50,000 and given a one-match ban, after he made a comment about Benjamin Mendy.Tottenham Hotspur FC released a statement regarding the incident, which included comments from Son.Son said: “I’ve spoken with Lolo. He made a mistake, he knows this and has apologised.“Lolo would not mean to ever intentionally say something offensive. We are brothers and nothing has changed at all.“We’re past this, we’re united, and we will be back together in pre-season to fight for our club as one.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe football club has also said that further education promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion will be given to their players.They also said they hope that this will have a positive outcome. More

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      Sheffield Utd star forced to deny dad’s claims his wife ‘cast black magic spell’ to make him quit international football

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      FORMER Premier League star Anel Ahmedhodzic has been forced to deny claims that his wife has been using “black magic” against him.The bizarre claims come from his father, Mirsad, who the Sheffield United defender has now cut ties with.Anel Ahmedhodzic has hit back at claims he has been influenced by his wife casting ‘black magic’ against himCredit: RexThe claims come from his father after he retired from international football at the age of 25Credit: GettyAhmedhodzic recently retired from representing Bosnia-Herzegovina in international football, citing injury woes and below-par medical treatment as his reasons for the move despite being just 25 years old.According to coach Sergej Barbarez, the defender did not even contact the national team director, Emir Spahic, about his decision.However, his father has now claimed the abrupt decision was the result of him acting “under the influence of his wife and mother-in-law”.He said: “No one is a better friend to my son than his parents, but when he listens to the wrong people, what happens to him happens. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”That’s not my son anymore, I don’t consider him my son anymore. I wish him well. The best.”I fought the whole war, I was wounded three times. I wanted my son to play for the country that I created with my own blood, but he was turned away by bad people who think only of self-interest.”In turn, Ahmedhodzic released a statement hitting back at his father.The statement, shared by TV station N1, said: “The only thing anyone wants from their father as a son is support and pride. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Unfortunately, I got very little of that. What I got most of the time was manipulation, lies, scams and almost daily bullying.”This is the type of man who shows his ‘power’ over women, but has never had the guts to stand up to another man. Lee Carsley reveals he is ‘not speaking’ to Ben White as he gives update on Arsenal star’s England career”I have a very good relationship with my mother and I take care of her financially so to say I don’t care about my ‘parents’ is a straight-up lie, I just don’t care about him.”He is not a man, he goes after people I care about every time there is something wrong. “I’m not even gonna go into the stuff he did when I was younger but if you believe his interview, maybe we should interview my mother too about what she has to say about him as a person and father?”There are TERRIBLE things he has done to people I care about which I will not mention here. There are so MANY reasons why I broke off contact with him.”Ahmedhodzic once again confirmed his decision to retire from international football, and also said the “whole country has come after me, my wife and son” with “extremely bad insults and abuse”.The centre-back also denied additional claims from his father that he wanted to leave the Blades, whom he has played for since 2022.He added it was a “city and club that has given me my best memories in my life including the birth of my son”.On his international retirement decision, he stated there was “no longer any reason for him to come and play” and wished his former team-mates and the new coaching staff all the best.He made his international debut on October 8, 2020, under Dusan Bajevic.One notable Ahmedhodzic incident occurred a year ago when the Football Federation suspended him.This was due to his refusal to join the national team camp led by Meha Kodro for the European Championship qualifiers against Liechtenstein and Iceland.READ MORE SUN STORIESAlthough this issue was eventually resolved, the defender recently left the training camp for Bosnia’s upcoming matches against the Netherlands and Hungary.Born in Sweden to Bosnian parents, Ahmedhodzic played 24 games for the national team, scoring one goal against Ukraine in 2021. More

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      Arsenal star Jorginho, 32, reveals shock retirement plan and admits ‘I’m in trouble’ after getting taste for new job

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      ARSENAL ace Jorginho revealed he is planning to transition to coaching after his retirement.The 32-year-old has become a key figure in the Gunners’ dressing room ever since his arrival from rivals Chelsea in January 2023.Arsenal ace Jorginho is planning to pursue coaching after his retirementCredit: GettyJorginho was initially against becoming a manager but Arsenal changed his mindCredit: GettyAnd the new surroundings at the Emirates changed his mind on something he was adamantly against for many years.The midfielder insisted that he doesn’t want to become a manager once he rolls credits on his career.Arsenal chiefs asked him if he wanted to pursue coaching badges upon his arrival and he initially declined as he stayed true to his previous assertions. The Italy international, however, ultimately caved in and started gaining his credentials.Read More on ArsenalAnd the ex-Napoli star soon found himself “in trouble” as he ended up enjoying the experience and now looks set to follow in the footsteps of his current boss Mikel Arteta.Jorginho told the Seaman Says podcast: “Because of how I am and how much I love the game, my friends back home, my family, since I was 18 or 19, they were always like, ‘You’re going to be a coach’.”And I was like, ‘No way, I want to be involved in football, but no hope or chance I’ll be a coach’.”Then I came to Arsenal and they asked me if you wanted to do badges and I said, ‘No, I don’t want to be a coach’.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”After some encouragement I did them and in the first session I was saying, ‘Oh no why did I do this, now I’m in trouble’. And I think I I’ll go for it [a coaching career] now.”To be on the pitch, with the players, I fell in love with it. It was so satisfying, when you see things coming up and working out how you expected, it was so good.Former Chelsea team-mates Mason Mount and Jorginho embrace after Man Utd’s pre-season defeat to Arsenal “Being on the pitch, seeing the stuff there is different, but it’s really good.”Jorginho has amassed a total of one goal and three assists in 52 appearances at Arsenal.The Italian is likely to start on Sunday’s North London Derby at Tottenham as Declan Rice is suspended, Mikel Merino is injured and captain Martin Odegaard poses as a major doubt. More

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      Southampton vs Manchester United free betting tips: Back our 18/1 Bet Builder and claim £50 in free bets with Betfred

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      SOUTHAMPTON get the Premier League weekend underway in Saturday’s early game, looking for their first points of the season against Manchester United.Our team of betting experts have selected a Bet Builder for the lunchtime encounter, which Betfred have priced up at a generous 18/1.Not just that! New Betfred customers who register an account with Betfred and stake a tenner on football will receive £50 in sports free bets!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any qualifying Sportsbook markets, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Southampton vs Manchester UnitedOur Bet Builder selections: Man Utd to win, over 2.5 goals, Garnacho to score and Fernandes to be bookedBack our 18/1 Bet BuilderHere’s why we’ve made those selections:Man Utd to win: Erik ten Hag needs a reaction from his side and what better chance to get it than against a struggling Saints side. Southampton haven’t looked threatening at all so far and United getting some of their injured players back after the break should be too much.Over 2.5 goals: Two of United’s three games have had over 2.5 goals, with four scored in Saints’ last game at Brentford. There’s goals in United going forward but they’re still unconvincing defensively.Garnacho to score: Set to come good and only had first start of season against Liverpool last time out. Should get more of the ball here and United’s biggest attacking threat.Fernandes to be carded: Booked on international break and can find himself hot-headed at times, particularly if things don’t quite go United’s way in spells.Back our 18/1 Bet BuilderRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs apply. More

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      Southampton vs Man Utd: Get £30 in free bets to spend on the Premier League with talkSPORT BET

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