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      England player ratings: Noni Madueke and Curtis Jones best of a bad bunch with Reece James totally looking lost on left

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      NONI MADUEKE was determined to get England over the line during their laboured 1-0 win against Andorra in the World Cup qualifiers.Harry Kane notched his 72nd goal for his country and Thomas Tuchel went rogue by starting Curtis Jones in right-back to make room for 34-year-old Jordan Henderson in the middle.England star Jude Bellingham laboured to a 1-0 draw against AndorraCredit: GettyAn uneventful first half saw the Three Lions BOOED off in the near empty RCDE Stadium in Barcelona.Kane, who poked wide in the first 30 minutes, finally found a breakthrough when he smashed in Chelsea winger Madueke’s quick low cross five minutes after the break.But there’s reasons for concerns as holiday-mode England struggled to break down the home side’s bus-parking tactics – weeks after Albania put three goals away against Andorra.Tuchel did become the first England manager to win his first three games in charge, without conceding a single goal as his side remains top of Group K.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHere SunSport’s Charlie Wyett rates and slates the England players from sunny Spain.Jordan Pickford – 5As expected, a bystander in goal and Tuchel should have given James Trafford a debut.May get a rest for the friendly against Senegal.Ezri Konsa – 5 Aston Villa star looks to be England’s first-choice central defender and he will not get an easier game than this.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAndorra were well organised but offered very little in attack.Andorra v England match played in near empty stadiumDan Burn – 4It is now obvious that Tuchel loves the Newcastle defender and he has got a very good chance of going to the World Cup, but some of his passing was dreadful. The likes of Harry Maguire and Eric Dier must be peed off. Reece James – 4 Just 24 hours after James said his best position was right-back, Thomas Tuchel played him at left-back. He did not look that comfortable. He also produced a terrible delivery at a free-kick near the end.Curtis Jones – 6Played as an inverted right-back so had plenty of licence to get forward. Played a part in the opening goal with a clever pass to Kane.Jude Bellingham – 5Had the first shot of the game after 56 seconds but did not cause too many problems in his offensive midfield role. Was beaten by Espanyol at this stadium during the club season so will at least be please to pick up a win.Jordan Henderson – 5Cap no 84 for the Ajax midfielder although this was his first start since November 2023.You can see why Tuchel wants a player of his experience but he did not have much influence here.Morgan Rogers – 5Delivered some silky skills which caused Andorra a few problems but lacked an end product.Aston Villa star will need to do more if he wants to hold down a permanent place.Cole Palmer – 6Has been on fire in training during the week in Girona but did not really get involved.However, the Chelsea talisman did see plenty of the ball.Noni Madueke – 7England’s best player although should have scored in injury-time. Was particularly bright in the first half and played a part in the opening goal.Read More on The SunMadueke was England’s best playerCredit: AFPHarry Kane – 6Missed a couple of chances but finally got his goal shortly into the second. It was his 450th career goal, though the fact it was a decisive one shows how poor England were in the final third.SUBSTrent Alexander-Arnold (for Henderson, 64) – 5Eberechi Eze (for Palmer, 65)- 5Declan Rice (for Jones, 80) – 5Anthony Gordon(for Rogers, 80) – 5Morgan Gibbs-White (for Bellingham, 90+1) – 5Subs not used: D Henderson, Trafford, Walker, Colwill, Toney, Lewis-Skelly, Chalobah. More

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      Andorra 0 England 1: Kane goal sees feeble Three Lions sneak win vs minnows to maintain 100% World Cup qualifying record

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      THOMAS Tuchel has warned England must prepare to suffer in the heat of next summer’s World Cup.And everyone is going to have to put up with the pain and boredom of watching them get there.Harry Kane’s goal was the difference maker for EnglandCredit: ReutersEngland maintained their 100 per cent record in World Cup qualifyingCredit: GettyAgainst a tiny nation ranked 173 in the world, one of the supposed favourites for the 2026 tournament were heading for one of the most embarrassing results in their history.Like England predecessors Steve McClaren and Fabio Capello in 2007 and 2008, Tuchel watched an England team reach half-time goalless in an away game against Andorra in Barcelona.As in those previous matches, the Three Lions did enough to avoid humiliation. But only just.After already scoring in qualifiers against the mighty Albania and Latvia, captain Harry Kane extended his record by poaching the 72nd goal of his international career early in the second half.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd Tuchel’s team seemed content to come away with the smallest margin of victory in seven meetings with a country that has only won 14 games since being recognised by Fifa in 1996.If the 7,000 England fans who paid fortunes to come here – and those watching back home – felt short-changed, they should be under no illusions.There will be plenty more of the same in the rest of this qualification campaign and again at next year’s World Cup – because Tuchel will surely steer the team through as Group K winners.An expanded 48-nation tournament in 2026 means a greater number of lower quality teams who are likely to adopt the same (totally justified) approach as Andorra.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd not just in the group stage. With an extra knockout round, there will be more borefests of attack against defence which have to be endured by players and spectators alike.All in the suffocating heat of summer in the USA, Canada and Mexico.England star Ivan Toney hits back at Bruno Fernandes with blunt reply after Man Utd star’s Saudi transfer snubDespite Tuchel’s pre-match caution about expecting too much, the England boss cannot have been pleased with how his team performed. Not with better opponents and hotter conditions awaiting them.Tuchel lined England up in a formation that was basically 4-1-4-1, but with Liverpool’s Curtis Jones inverting from right back into midfield and Jude Bellingham sometimes finding himself alongside Kane in a 4-4-2.Jones had a goalbound effort blocked as early as the sixth minute.Andorra goalkeeper Iker Alvarez is the son of head coach Koldo, himself a former No1 who was beaten 16 times in his four games against England.Alvarez Jnr was called into action by Noni Madueke, beating away the winger’s left-footed shot, and dad could be pretty happy with how his team was acquitting itself.He would have been less pleased when Reece James found Chelsea team-mate Madueke and his cross fizzed through the Andorra box.But Jones’s heavy touch and Kane’s poor shot wide let the minnows off the hook.And that was it for decent chances as England failed to move the ball quickly enough to pull disciplined opponents out of shape.A tedious 46 minutes ended to a chorus of boos from the England fans.Thomas Tuchel’s team were booed off the pitch at half-timeCredit: ReutersThey were soon feeling a bit more chipper.A fine pass by Jones allowed Kane to get off a shot that Alvarez saved, but Madueke collected the rebound and crossed for the captain to score from close range.Would England push on and try to achieve the convincing victory that Andorra substitute Marc Vales told SunSport was the kind of result that you would expect between two such mismatched teams?At the end of a long and tiring season – or not, in the case of those who must travel to the Club World Cup – that was always unlikely.Substitute Eberechi Eze forced Alvarez into a good save with a header and Madueke, who always kept trying to make things happen, came close in stoppage time.But there was little else to cheer for the travelling fans.England remained one moment of madness away from arguably the worst result in their history. It almost arrived when Andorran sub Guillaume Lopez found space and had a shot blocked by Ezri Konsa.All credit to Andorra, though, who also kept defending doggedly.Read More on The SunVictory for them was avoiding a heavy defeat. This was arguably their best day since beating Hungary in a World Cup qualifier in 2017. Maybe it was even better..All you could say for England was that they at least managed to come away from a no-win situation with three points.Kane got his toe on the end of a Noni Madueke cross to open the scoringCredit: Reuters More

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      Chelsea launch first bid for Jamie Gittens after agreeing deal with Borussia Dortmund ace on seven-year contract

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      CHELSEA have launched an opening bid for Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund, according to reports.And a seven-year contract has already been agreed with the winger, 20.Chelsea submitted their opening offer for Jamie GittensCredit: AlamyThe Blues are keen to add the England Under-21 international to their squad this summer. And The Athletic claim they have now officially submitted a transfer proposal to the Bundesliga side. SunSport reported earlier this week that Chelsea were keen to secure an £80million English double header.They have already completed the £30m acquisition of Liam Delap.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLWATCH EVERY MATCH OF THE CLUB WORLD CUP 2025 LIVE ON DAZNAnd now they are hoping to test Dortmund’s resolve by swooping for £50m-rated Gittens.But whether they are successful or not, Gittens will be in action at the Club World Cup.Dortmund are in Group F with Fluminense, Ulsan HD and Mamelodi Sundowns. Chelsea, meanwhile, will hope to top Group D which features Flamengo, Esperance de Tunis and Los Angeles FC. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEnzo Maresca is desperate to add a winger to his squad this summer – and ideally before the Club World Cup.Despite wanting to keep Jadon Sancho for £25m following his loan stint, he refused to take a pay cut from his £350,000-a-week wages. Dazn unveil brilliant Club World Cup promo video with legendary boxing announcer drafted in to ring bell on tournamentAlejandro Garnacho was also considered – as was Nico Williams from Athletic Club. But now their No1 priority is Gittens. The England under-21 winger joined the German side from Manchester City in 2020.Gittens – who spent time at Chelsea’s academy – had spells with Reading and City’s academy before moving to Germany and progressing into Dortmund’s first team.He registered 12 goals and five assists in 2024-25.When he found the net against Real Madrid, he became the youngest English player to score in the Champions League, aged 20 and 75 days.Gittens has played for England at youth level – not yet making a senior appearance – but will not play in this summer’s U21 Euros due to his Club World Cup commitments. More

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      Fans stunned at empty stadium for Andorra vs England with Lionesses’ game vs Spain at same stadium hosting TWICE as many

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      THOMAS TUCHEL’S England side attracted just half the support garnered by the Lionesses as the Three Lions played in RCDE Stadium.England’s men took on Andorra in the La Liga Stadium on Saturday afternoon, with 6,945 England fans making the trip for the World Cup qualifier.The RDCE Stadium looked empty as England played AndorraCredit: GettyEngland’s stars had few fans cheering them onCredit: PASparse supporters were dotted around the standsCredit: GettyThe RCDE stadium, home of Spanish side Espanyol, looked noticeably empty during the match between England’s men and Andorra.Sparse pockets of fans spread across the stands in Barcelona with just shy of 7,000 tickets sold to England fans for the match inside the 40,000-seat stadium.That is just half of the 14,000 fans that piled into the same stadium to watch England Women take on Spain in the Nations League on Tuesday – a match the Lionesses ultimately lost 2-1 as they prepare for this summer’s Euros.Fans online were quick to notice how empty the stadium looked, reacting on social media.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne wrote: “What a joke to have a 40,000 seater stadium be that empty when England fans could of had the tickets.”While another added: “I’m sure everyone is having a lovely time in Barcelona, but a half empty stadium does look rubbish”.A third asked: “Why is the stadium so empty?”And a fourth posted: “Must be weird for the England players playing in an empty stadium, looks like an U21 game.”Most read in FootballEngland Women played Spain in front of a much larger crowd at the RDCE Stadium on TuesdayCredit: Shutterstock EditorialCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIt’s no surprise that the stadium wasn’t packed with Andorra fans, with the 40,000 capacity roughly the same as half of the nation’s entire population.The match, which is considered as Andorra’s home fixture, should have been played at Andorra’s national stadium but was moved to Barcelona – a three hour drive through the Pyrenees.England star Ivan Toney hits back at Bruno Fernandes with blunt reply after Man Utd star’s Saudi transfer snubThat’s because Andorra’s Estadi Nacional in Andorra la Vella holds just 3,000 fans, meaning a move to Espanyol’s ground accommodated even more supporters for the clash.Andorra are moving into a new stadium in the town of Encamp which hosts 5,600 fans, but the ground wasn’t ready in time for this fixture to be arranged there. More

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      ‘Absolutely, dreadfully embarrassing’ – England BOOED off pitch at half-time of painful Andorra World Cup qualifier

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      ENGLAND were booed off at half-time following their boring first-half display against Andorra.The Three Lions endured a toothless 45 minutes against a side ranked 153rd in the world, before labouring to a narrow 1-0 win.England were booed off at half-time following their boring first-half display against AndorraCredit: GettyJude Bellingham had three shots at goalInevitable boos rang out at the break with England failing to score in a near-empty stadium in Barcelona.Thomas Tuchel’s side couldn’t do much with their 73 per cent possession, 10 shots, eight corners and 17 crosses.Jude Bellingham, whose girlfriend was spotted in the stands, had three of England’s four shots on target.Fans were less than impressed with the display that they had witnessed after the whistle signalled the end of the first half.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe players were booed off the pitch by most of the 6,945 travelling supporters.As they made their way down the tunnel jeers from the stands could be heard.Captain Harry Kane went the closest and should’ve really put Tuchel’s men ahead before the interval after stabbing Noni Madueke’s low cross wide.Fans were just as unhappy on social media.Most read in FootballThe RDCE Stadium looked empty as England played AndorraCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOne posted: “Terrible. Looking like a Sunday league team.”A second fumed: “Any small enthusiasm I had left for football this year has just been killed by 45 minutes by England being absolutely, dreadfully s***’.England squad plays the Traitors A third simply put: “Embarrassing.”Another said: “Appalling 45 mins from England there, shockingly awful. No imagination at all.”But England finally managed to get their noses in front by the same pair that had the best chance of putting them ahead earlier in the game.Kane found the breakthrough, and his 72nd goal for the Three Lions, with a low finish from Madueke’s superb low cross across the six yard box.Meanwhile, Tuchel’s team selection raised some eyebrows. The German started Jordan Henderson in midfield next to Bellingham and put Reece James in LEFT-BACK.And Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones was bizarrely thrown in at right-back. More

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      Jude Bellingham’s stunning girlfriend Ashlyn Castro spotted in stands with England star’s mum Denise for Andorra clash

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM’S stunning girlfriend has been spotted at her first England game.Ashlyn Castro, 27, beamed next to Bellingham’s mum Denise as Thomas Tuchel’s side struggled to break down Andorra in Spain.Ashlyn Castro was spotted watching boyfriend Jude Bellingham play for England for the first timeCredit: PACastro looked sun-kissed before England faced AndorraCredit: PACastro fixed her hair before kick-offCredit: PABellingham started in the middle for England’s narrow 1-0 win over Andorra in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.The Real Madrid star had three of England’s four shots on target in the first-half, before Harry Kane found a breakthrough from six yards in the 50th minute.And Instagram model and influencer Castro was among the few supporters in the near empty RCDE stadium in Barcelona as England were BOOED on Saturday.The beauty looked sun-kissed in a casually chic red Adidas dress, with white stripes down the side and denim jacket.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSCastro, who went public with Bellingham in January, also wore understated make-up and hooped earrings.She is continuing to build her relationship with Bellingham’s mum Denise, after the pair were spotted watching Madrid in February. Castro has been understandably taking time away from the spotlight after a series of vile rumours about her dating history.She has just returned from a four-month break from Instagram, with her first picture being captioned: “Long time no see” last Saturday.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBellingham started for England against AndorraCredit: GettyAshlyn, originally from Los Angeles, has more than 533,000 followers on the platform.The stunning brunette has previously been romantically linked to US basketball star Terance Mann, actor Michael B. Jordan and LaMelo Ball.Andorra v England match played in near empty stadiumBut in March, she was forced to release a video debunking rumours about her dating life.In the statement, she claimed that she has only had three boyfriends and that people have “made up” a lot of things about her.Ashlyn also shot down false claims she was in another country with a potential partner and one that suggested she was on a boat when it was not even her.Stunning Ashlyn has amassed a huge following on social mediaAshyln and Bellingham started dating earlier this year More

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      Andorra vs England LIVE SCORE: Three Lions look to continue winning run in World Cup qualifier – latest updates

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      ENGLAND’S World Cup qualifier against Andorra is now UNDERWAY as Tuchel’s side look to build on their winning run.The Three Lions sit top of Group K after beating Albania and Latvia 2-0 and 3-0 respectively, back in March.Thomas Tuchel will take charge of England for the first time on foreign soil, but the clash won’t take place in Andorra.The World Cup qualifier will be staged at Espanyol’s RCDE Stadium in Barcelona, as Andorra’s national stadium is unavailable after the Games of the Small States of Europe.Tuchel’s men are looking to keep up their 100 per cent record as they face the lowest-ranked side in their group.TV channel: ITV1FREE live stream: ITVXAndorra team: Alvarez, Borra, San Nicolas, Llovera, Olivera, Garcia, Rodrigo, Guillen, Babot, Cervos, Fernandez.England team: Pickford, James, Konsa, Burn, Henderson, Bellingham, Jones, Rogers, Madueke, Palmer, Kane.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Andorra vs England4 – From midfield, Bellingham advances and attempts a pass to Madueke, but it is intercepted at the cost of a corner.First of the game. Copy linkCopiedAndorra vs England2 – After England kicked off, the whole Andorra team fell back to the outside of their own box. The defensive approach presented Bellingham the chance to have the game’s first chance, which he obliged, 20 yards out, straight at the home keeper. Copy linkCopiedKICKOFF – Andorra vs EnglandAnd we’re underway. England kicks us off from right to left in their traditional white kit. Copy linkCopiedAndorra vs EnglandThe teams are out of the tunnel, and the substitutes are on the bench. National anthems are all done. Scattered supporters across the Barcelona stadium join in for both team’s formalities. It’s almost time for kickoff! Copy linkCopiedWhy are England playing Andorra in Spain?Following the recent Games of the Small States of Europe, Andorra’s national stadium is not accessible.Rather, the RCDE Stadium in Barcelona, Spain will host England’s World Cup qualifying match versus Andorra on Saturday, June 7.The European regulatory body of football, Uefa, stated that there were no available stadiums in Andorra.Although the Andorran Football Federation constructed a new stadium in the Encamp neighbourhood, it was not ready to host this game before the Uefa deadline.More England supporters can go since Espanyol’s home stadium, the RCDE Stadium, can accommodate 40,000 spectators, more than ten times the 3,306 that can attend games at Andorra’s national stadium. Copy linkCopiedPre-match reading Includes Dave Kidd’s column on the state of international football for England and everyone else involvedCopy linkCopiedHow to watch the game for FREEOf course, we recommend you stay with SunSport’s coverage of the game tonight.But the clash will be available for free in the UK.The game will be shown live on ITV1, with a stream available on ITVX.Copy linkCopiedFast approachingThanks for the early take-off, Josh; I’ll drive us into our main spate of action now! England, two for two under Thomas Tuchel, will play minnows Andorra at the RCDE Stadium in Barcelona tonight as they return to World Cup 2026 qualifying.The Three Lions have already taken the lead in Group K, while their “hosts,” who have lost both of their first games, are at the bottom of the standings.A portion of the offensive duty will go to Fernandez, given five-goal striker Albert Rosas Ubach’s absence. Given the significance of the three points, Tuchel’s team selection sparks question ahead of the friendly against Senegal on Tuesday. Ollie Watkins withdrew on Friday afternoon, hence his lack of involvement. For many of the England players, it is their last match of the season, and they hope to end it on a high note.Copy linkCopiedWhat the boss had to sayThomas Tuchel spoke on the importance of this game, saying: “It is a World Cup qualifier and we will not devalue it to an exhibition game.“It will be a very serious approach. It will be an offensive line-up and an attacking line-up.“We anticipate a match where we have the majority of the ball.“We are huge favourites. “We want to be fully committed to a World Cup qualifier.”Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedAbsentees We have already shared the team news but there were a few names who had previously withdrawn from the squad ahead of the clash.Ollie Watkins, Bukayo Saka and Conor Gallagher will all be absent.Tuchel has already confirmed he is not replacing Watkins in the squad, instead deciding to stick with Ivan Toney and Harry Kane as striker options.The German manager also said he will pick an “attacking line-up” and take a “very serious approach.”Credit: GettyCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedA double away dayTonight marks England’s first away trip under Thomas Tuchel… But it will also be an away day for Andorra with the match taking place at Espanyol’s home ground across the border in Barcelona, Spain.Tuchel is two from two at Wembley and will be confident of maintainig his perfect record tonight.Copy linkCopiedHow the group looksEngland currently top their qualifying group, while Andorra sit bottom with two losses from two games.Serbia are yet to play with zero points, so Andorra’s -4 goal difference sees them bottom of thegroup.England…6ptsAlbania…3ptsLatvia…3ptsSerbia…0ptsAndorra…0ptsCopy linkCopiedEngland’s road to the World CupIt has been so far so good for Thomas Tuchel and the Three Lions in regard to their World Cup qualifiers.The Tuchel era kicked off at Wembley with a qualification clash, a 2-0 victory over Albania thanks to Myles Lewis-Skelly and Harry Kane goals.The Three Lions then followed that up with another comfortable evening at Wembley.Reece James, Harry Kane and Eberechi Eze were the scorers as England won 3-0 against Latvia.After two games, they top the group with six points, and are the only side to have won all their matches in the group, although Serbia are yet to play any qualifiers.Copy linkCopiedEngland team confirmedAnd there we have it.The Engand starting XI is in… with starts for Ezri Konsa, Dan Burn and Morgan Rogers.England: Pickford, Jones, Konsa, Burn, James, Henderson, Jones, Rogers, Bellingham, Palmer, Kane, MaduekeCredit: X @EnglandCopy linkCopiedHendo for starters?Jordan Henderson could be handed his first England start since November 2023 against Andorra.The former Liverpool captain, now at Ajax, is set to be named in the starting XI for the World Cup qualifier at Espanyol’s stadium.Henderson,  34, has 83 caps, could start while Declan Rice is expected to be rested.Reece James could play out of position at left-back with midfielder Curtis Jones at right-back.Chelsea’s Noni Madueke may well start up front with Harry Kane and Cole Palmer.Atletico Madrid’s Conor Gallagher has been left out of the matchday squad but could face Senegal in Nottingham on Tuesday. Ollie Watkins is injured and has returned home. Bukayo Saka has a thigh problem but could also face Senegal.Credit: GettyCredit: PACredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHello and welcomeThe club season may be over… or about to start again, who knows.But one thing we do know if that it is international week.And England have two fixtures.The first of those is a World Cup qualifier against Andorra, with kick-off in Barcelona at 5pm.Copy linkCopied More

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      Man Utd gave Zinedine Zidane a blank cheque to take over as manager.. he’s not in it for money, says Premier League icon

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      ZINEDINE Zidane rejected a blank cheque to join Manchester United as manager, according to his old team-mate. Former Chelsea centre-back Marcel Desailly also revealed that Zidane is NOT driven by cash – which is something the ex-Ballon d’Or winner proved this week.Zinedine Zidane has not worked as a manager since his time at Real MadridCredit: GettyMarcel Desailly revealed that Zidane turned down a ‘blank cheque’ from Man UtdZidane and Desailly won the 1998 World Cup with France, with Laurent Blanc also picturedZidane has been approached by some of the biggest clubs in the world since quitting Real Madrid after failing to win a trophy in 2021.The World Cup icon, 52, was heavily linked with a move to Man Utd before, during and after Erik ten Hag’s rollercoaster two years.One of the reasons the French tactician supposedly turned Old Trafford chiefs down was because he didn’t feel confident speaking English.A few years on, and ahead of the upcoming 32-team Club World Cup, Zizou was offered an eye-watering £84million to commit to a one-year contract at Saudi Pro League runners-up Al-Hilal.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd Desailiy, who won the 1998 World Cup with Zidane, has explained how difficult it is for club’s to persuade him to join, and where he’s likely to go next.Desailly, 56, said:”Will Zinedine Zidane be tempted by Saudi Arabia? “Well he had a blank cheque on the table from Chelsea and a blank cheque from Manchester United and turned them down.”He isn’t in it for the money. I don’t see why money will change anything, I know privately that he won’t change his lifestyle. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”He likes to travel and always keeps an eye on the France national team. He’s ready because Didier Deschamps has started the transition. “France will be one of the favourites for the World Cup and win or lose it’s not the end of this era for France.”Zinedine Zidane suffers embarrassing wardrobe malfunction as he brings out Champions League trophy at WembleyZidane is the only manager in the world to have won a staggering three Champions League titles in a row during his first spell with Real.And he followed that up by lifting two LaLiga titles during his second stint, having only managed the Spanish giants.Desailiy believes that Zidane is most attracted to the France job because they have a new generation of superstars, including Champions League hero Desire Doue. He added: Since 2016, France have been growing and growing. New players have come into the team constantly and now they have the right guys.”Rayan Cherki is one of them alongside Ousmane Dembele, Kylian Mbappe is still there and on top of his game.”There is a real dynamic. William Saliba is in defence with Ibrahima Konate, Bayern have Dayot Upamecano.Read More on The Sun”There is a squad and a philosophy and Zidane will know how to take that on to rebuild his own team. For another eight years at least France will be at the top level in Europe.”Zidane made a £4MILLION investment into a new sport project in February, which turned out to be a new padel centre in France.Zidane won three Champions League titlesZidane’s managerial careerZizou spent 18 months in charge of Real Madrid Castilla before being given his shot at the big time following the sacking of Rafael Benitez.Zidane, 51, took charge of the first team in January 2016 and guided them to a second-place finish in his maiden season at the Bernabeu helm.But he went one better in the Champions League, sealing Real’s 11th European Cup triumph with a shootout victory over Atletico Madrid.The former Los Blancos star went one better in the league in the 2016-17 season, in which they also won the Uefa Super Cup and Club World Cup.A second successive Champions League triumph also followed, with Real beating Italian giants Juventus at the Principality Stadium.He would create history the following season by becoming the first manager to win the tournament three times on the bounce.A 3-1 win over Liverpool saw Real become the first team to win Europe’s elite club competition three times in a row.Zidane announced his resignation five days after the final, insisting the club needed a “change” of direction.He would return to the Bernabeu in March 2019 following Santiago Solari and Julen Lopetegui’s short reigns.A return to the summit of Spanish football would follow in the 2019-20 season, in which Real also scooped the Spanish Super Cup.Zidane would leave the Bernabeu again in June 2021 after overseeing Real’s first trophyless season in 11 years.Zinedine Zidane’s Honours:- La Liga: 2016–17, 2019–20- Supercopa de España: 2017, 2019–20- UEFA Champions League: 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18- UEFA Super Cup: 2016, 2017- FIFA Club World Cup: 2016, 2017 More