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      German boss Thomas Tuchel ‘in negotiations’ over England job amid Man Utd links and is keen to replace Gareth Southgate

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      THOMAS TUCHEL is in negotiations to become the next England manager, according to reports in Germany.Tuchel has been without a job since leaving Bayern Munich at the end of last season but has been strongly linked with replacing under-pressure Erik ten Hag at Manchester United.Thomas Tuchel is in talks to replace Gareth Southgate as England bossCredit: GettySouthgate left his position as Three Lions boss after Euro 2024Credit: RexLee Carsley has taken up the job on an interim basis but lost to Greece on ThursdayCredit: SplashIt would also be a boost for Erik ten Hag’s position at Man UtdCredit: GettyTuchel, 51, is the bookies’ favourite to be the next Red Devils boss.And he was spoken about as the preferred candidate for the job, should Ten Hag be axed, during SEVEN-HOUR crunch talks between co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and United chiefs on Tuesday.However, in a bitter blow to Red Devils chiefs as they consider their options, Tuchel could now be set to replace Gareth Southgate instead.German outlet Bild report the ex-Chelsea boss is in negotiations to become the new manager of the Three Lions.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe would become only the third non-English boss of the national side – and the first German.Lee Carsley has stepped in as England boss on an interim basis since Southgate’s decision to quit in the wake of the Euro 2024 final loss to Spain.But the former midfielder suffered a potentially decisive blow to his aspirations of taking the job on full-time after an embarrassing 2-1 defeat to Greece on Thursday night.Speaking after the defeat – which followed victories in his first two games in charge – Carsley appeared resigned to not being handed the keys to the senior team for much longer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe 50-year-old said: “I was surprised after the last camp [to hear], ‘The job’s mine, it’s mine to lose.'”My remit is I am doing three camps and then hopefully going back to the Under-21s…How would Southgate and Tuchel transform Man Utd flops and who is best for job?”I said at the start that I wouldn’t rule myself in or out.”And that’s still the case. I’m more than comfortable in my position where I am.”It is understood the FA are yet to formally interview new candidates for the job.The governing body insists it is undergoing a robust, ongoing and confidential process to appoint Southgate’s successor.Eddie Howe and Graham Potter have been linked with the role.Southgate vs Tuchel records comparedTHOMAS TUCHELAugsburg II 2007-2008P34 W 20 D8 L6 Win percentage: 58.82%Mainz 05 2009-2014P184 W72 D46 L66 Win percentage: 39.13%Borussia Dortmund 2015-2017P107 W67 D23 L17 Win percentage: 62.62%Honours: DFB Pokal Paris Saint Germain 2018-2020P127 W95 D13 L16 Win percentage: 74.8%Honours: Ligue 1 X2, Coupe de France, Coupe de la Ligue, Trophee des Champions x2Chelsea 2021-2022P100 W60 D24 L16 Win percentage: 60%Honours: Champions League, Super Cup, Club World CupBayern Munich 2023-2024P61 W37 D8 L16 Win percentage: 60.66%Honours: BundesligaGARETH SOUTHGATEMiddlesbrough 2006-2009P151 W54 D43 Win percentage: 35.76%England U21 2013-2016P37 W27 D5 L5 Win percentage: 72.97%Honours: Toulon tournamentEngland 2016-PresentP102 W61 D24 L17 Win percentage: 59.8%Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola was said to be top of their wish list for next summer.Tuchel has previously admitted he was open to the idea of international management.Speaking in 2022, he said: “Yeah, why not? I would, I would. I did not give too much thought to it until now.”But I would consider if it is the right team and if it has the potential to win trophies like the World Cup and the Euros.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAsked specifically about England, who then had Southgate in charge, he said: “I see where you are going. But I think England has a good coach right now.”The team is very strong and very talented… as for everything else, I will not comment.”England’s job advert for new bossThe FA’s seven requirements to succeed Gareth Southgate:Will hold a Uefa Pro License.Will have significant experience of English football, with a strong track record delivering results in the Premier League and/or leading international competitions.Will be an exceptional leader who understands and will enjoy the international football environment.Will be experienced in successfully identifying, managing and developing English qualified players.Will be highly resilient and comfortable in a very high-profile role with intense public scrutiny.Will have a track record of creating a high performing, positive team culture and environment.Will have strong personal values and integrity and understand and embrace the role that the England Men’s Senior Team Head Coach has inspiring the nation. More

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      Huge England blow as Harry Kane forced off after receiving treatment in Bayern Munich draw at Frankfurt

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      HARRY KANE gave England an injury scare as he was forced off in Bayern Munich’s dramatic 3-3 draw with Eintracht Frankfurt.The Three Lions’ skipper needed 72nd-minute treatment and was replaced by Mathys Tel – days ahead of two Nations League ties.Team-mates Kim Min-Jae and Alphonso Davies look on as Harry Kane went down for Bayern and had to be replaced in the Bundesliga draw at EintrachtCredit: GettyKane needed treatment and was replaced by Mathys TelCredit: GettyEngland face Greece at Wembley on Thursday and take on Finland away next Sunday.It comes after Kane hurt his ankle late in a 1-1 home draw with Bayern Leverkusen Saturday week ago.However, the Bayern striker shrugged off that knock to play all of Wednesday’s 1-0 Champions League loss at Aston Villa.Now England interim chief Lee Carsley is waiting to find how serious Kane’s new problem is.READ MORE TOP STORIESThe 31-year-old notchedd an assist as Bayern fought back from 2-1 down to lead 3-2 in the Bundesliga on Sunday.But four minutes into stoppage time Eintracht’s Egyptian striker Omar Marmoush bagged his second goal of a thriller to nick a point.Last week Kane had what Bayern called “intensive” medical attention to successfully ensure his fitness for Villa Park.And although he has already joined England’s 100-cap club, he’s particularly keen to add to his haul of 68 international goals.Most read in BundesligaBayern boss Vincent Kompany saw Kane go off in a dramatic matchCredit: GettyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut if Kane is less than fully fit, it could hand a chance to Tottenham’s Dominic Solanke.The ex-Bournemouth forward has been recalled by Carsley seven years after he won his only Three Lions cap.Football’s most cringey commercials revealed from Gareth Southgate at Pizza Hut to Peter Schmeichel flogging bacon & David Beckham’s SharpiesSolanke bagged an assist as Spurs led 2-0 at Brighton on Sunday.But despite playing all the game, he was powerless to stop Brighton roaring back after the break for a 3-2 victory. More

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      Bayern Munich chief takes swipe at former Premier League star ‘like tinnitus’ after stinging attack on Harry Kane

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      BAYERN MUNICH director of sport Max Eberl lambasted Liverpool hero Dietmar Hamann after his stinging criticism of Harry Kane.Hamann, 51, slammed Bayern superstar Kane, 31, after Wednesday’s 1-0 loss at Aston Villa in the Champions League, claiming the England captain is unable to perform in big games.Dietmar Hamann lambasted Bayern Munich star Harry Kane’s performances in big matchesCredit: GettyHamann tore Kane’s performance against Aston Villa to shredsCredit: GettyBayern director of sport Max Eberl slammed Hamann’s criticism of KaneCredit: GettyThe star striker’s performances have come under scrutiny after he failed to score against Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga last week and then at Villa Park.And Hamann claims Kane has yet to justify the blockbuster £104million the Bavarians splashed to sign him from Tottenham last year.The ex-Germany international wrote on his column published by Sky Germany: “Harry Kane had a personally sobering evening in Birmingham – in addition to the defeat.”I said after the European Championship in the summer that he still has to prove that he is worth the 100million – even though he scored over 30 goals last year.Read More on Football”He wasn’t brought in to score a hat-trick against Darmstadt.”He was brought in to score against Leverkusen and Aston Villa and to score in the quarter-finals of the Champions League.”He hasn’t done that yet. I remain sceptical about the star striker.”However, Eberl would have none of it as he lashed out at Hamann shortly after the Champions League loss.Most read in FootballThe Bayern chief went as far as to compare the ex-Manchester City ace to “tinnitus in the ear”.Eberl said: “Didi Hamann is like a tinnitus in the ear. It comes up every three days.”Emi Martinez reveals Unai Emery’s genius pre-match preparation that inspired Aston Villa to win over Bayern MunichKane, though, has been a success at Bayern since his arrival last summer as he notched a staggering total of 44 goals and 12 assists in 45 appearances in his maiden campaign in Germany.And the England international has already registered 10 goals and five assists in just eight appearances across all competitions this season.Harry Kane reveals his favourite England goalsHARRY KANE is already England’s all-time record goalscorer.But the Three Lions skipper will NOT be stopping there.To mark his 100th cap for his country, Kane spoke to SunSport’s CHARLIE WYETT about some of his special England goals….FIRST ENGLAND GOAL“My debut v Lithuania. March 2015.”There was a lot of talk in the build-up to that camp because I was playing well for Spurs.“I got a great reception and within a couple of minutes I scored a goal.“I don’t think I could have dreamed it any better.“My friends and family were there. That was a really special night.”FAVOURITE ENGLAND GOAL“It’s between two, for me.“Against Germany, the one at Wembley in Euro 2020.“Also, the header against Tunisia at the World Cup in 2018.“That moment of scoring a last-minute winner at my first World Cup was special.”BEST ENGLAND GOAL“The one I scored in Poland away in a World Cup qualifier in 2021. It was from 25 yards.”(Kane picked up the ball from Kyle Walker, advanced towards goal and put his foot through it.)“It kind of drifted away and it was a good strike, probably my furthest-out goal for England.” More

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      Man Utd legend jokingly blames himself for losing Villa sensation Morgan Rogers after watching him down Bayern Munich

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      MICHAEL CARRICK revealed he congratulated Morgan Rogers on his Champions League success – a year after benching him.Boro took a punt on the then Man City youngster when paying £1.2 million for him in July 2023.Morgan Rogers starred as Aston Villa downed Bayern Munich on WednesdayCredit: AlamyMichael Carrick named him on the bench a year ago for Boro against CardiffCredit: RexAfter initially taking a few weeks to find his feet at the Riverside, the 22-year-old attacker’s form soon picked up and he left the North East club after just six months.Aston Villa snapped him up in February in a deal that could rise to £15m and he instantly shone on the Premier League stage to help Unai Emery’s side finish fourth.Now Rogers is starring in the Champions League and was one of Villa’s best performers in Wednesday’s 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich.It marked a huge 12 month turnaround for the England U21 international as exactly one year to the day earlier he only appeared for the final three minutes of a 2-0 Boro win.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAfter watching his display against Bayern, his former Boro manager Carrick said: “I actually messaged him and said this time last year you were coming on as sub against Cardiff. It’s probably my fault [he left] for not starting him.“It’s fantastic to see. We’d have loved to have kept him longer, and I told him that at the time, but the way that he’s kicked on is a credit to him.“He was a joy to work with and try and help and he’s gone to a whole new level now. Just watching him on Wednesday, he looks so at home and comfortable in them surroundings.“He’s not fazed by it and he’s getting the recognition he deserves.”Most read in ChampionshipFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAs part of the deal that took him to Villa, Boro would receive a further payment if Rogers makes an England appearance.And Carrick backed him to achieve that, saying: “If he keeps doing the right things, for sure.Prince William wildly celebrates historic Aston Villa win against Bayern Munich “I do think that to get in the England squad you have to earn that over time and he’s certainly on track to take that next step as long as he keeps doing the right things. And, at the moment, he’s doing just great.”Carrick is hoping he can lead his current Boro players to the top-flight to play against Rogers.They travel to Watford on Saturday, managed by his ex-Man Utd team-mate Tom Cleverley, on the back of successive victories over Stoke and West Brom.Carrick said: “Of course it’s a test. Every game is a test. I know Tom very well. The work that he’s doing is good.“They’re a good team and we know we’re in for a tough game. But we’re going there confident within reason and we need to be near our best again to try and get the right result.” More

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      Jhon Duran calls Bayern Munich ‘club of my dreams’ after scoring sensational winner for Aston Villa in Champions League

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      JHON DURAN made a shock revelation after sinking Bayern Munich to maintain his sensational super-sub season.The Aston Villa striker lobbed a glorious Champions League winner just nine minutes after coming off the bench on Wednesday.Jhon Duran celebrated hitting the only goal against BayernCredit: RexAnd after the crazy celebrations at Villa Park – with Prince William losing his voice – Duran claimed his goal fulfilled TWO of his footballing fantasies.The Colombian said: “I feel happy to be able to score, and even more so against a great team like Bayern Munich, which is the club of my dreams.”I am happy to be the man of the match against this team, which was also my dream.”The 20-year-old’s verdict might be taken by some as a hint he has one eye on his long-term future.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDuran netted eight times in 37 games last term, but mainly as understudy to Ollie Watkins.And his frustration led to transfer talk over the summer.Chelsea pondered swapping the 12-cap star for England midfielder Conor Gallagher, who eventually moved instead to Atletico Madrid.And it’s understood West Ham were keen on a £30million swoop for Duran – but that fell £10m short of Villa’s valuation.Most read in Champions LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe even whipped social media into a frenzy by sharing a picture of him crossing his arms – a possible nod to the Hammers’ crest.Again this season Villa boss Unai Emery has preferred to start with Watkins in a one-man attack.Jhon Duran ’causes chaos with s—housery’ as Aston Villa ace performs controversial gesture amid West Ham transfer linkBut with Duran netting five more goals off the bench – more than any other player in Europe’s top five leagues this campaign – his bid for a regular start could soon be irresistible.Emery said after Wednesday’s epic triumph: “He arrived two years ago, he has huge potential, sometimes passion.“Sometimes I need to speak with him as a person and connect with him and as a player to let him play and put him on the field because his talent is there and his capacity to improve us.“We have two very good strikers and the challenge is to manage both.”Whatever happens, Emery doesn’t shy away from big decisions over his team – such as bringing on and then subbing Leon Bailey against Bayern. More

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      Elated Prince William celebrates as Aston Villa beat Bayern Munich in Champions League – after posing with legends

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      AN ELATED Prince William roared as his his beloved Aston Villa beat Bayern Munich in a huge Champions League clash.Villans fan Wills was at Villa Park to watch his team’s battle with the Bundesliga giants – led by England skipper Harry Kane.Prince William celebrates Aston Villa’s victory against Bayern MunichCredit: GettyPrince William in the stands during the UEFA Champions League match at Villa ParkCredit: TNT SportsThe Prince of Wales posing with Aston Villa and Bayern Munich LegendsCredit: InstagramThe Prince of Wales, 42, was seen cheering on his team from the stands as they beat Bayern Munich 1-0.Television footage showed William clapping and cheering as home fans thought they took the lead through Pau Torres – but the goal was ruled out for offside.Jhon Duran was the matchwinner this time as he continued his role of super sub, with a 79th-minute strike his fifth goal after coming off the bench this season.It sent Villa Park wild as memories of that famous night in 1982 were evoked, with Prince William leading the celebrations from the stand.read more on footballAfter the game, William said: “I’ve lost my voice. I can’t quite believe it. 42 years.”Players from the 1982 Euro final – where Villa beat Bayern 1-0 thanks to a Peter Withe strike – met before the game.And Wills got a chance to speak to Villa legends and even get close to the famous European Cup trophy.In a touching tribute, the players posed with football shirts including one in the name of former striker Gary Shaw.Most read in FootballThe footy legend died earlier this month aged 63-years-old.Wills posted online at the time: “The last time @AVFCOfficial won in the top European competition, it was the month before I was born.Prince William cheers for Aston Villa “Let’s hope tonight is the first step towards another European adventure!”My thoughts this evening are also with Villa legend Gary Shaw’s friends and family following his passing yesterday.”The Prince of Wales shared the group photo with the football legends on X, formerly known as Twitter.He wrote: “42 years on, our 1982 European Cup winning legends are here on a historic night for @AVFCOfficial.The Prince of Wales celebrates Villa’s victory on the final whistle in BirminghamCredit: GettyWills spoke to Villa legends and even got close to the famous European Cup trophyCredit: InstagramWilliam celebrating a Villa goal during the clash – unfortunately, it was disallowedCredit: APPrince William led the celebrations from the standCredit: Getty”Ready for the first game on home turf in this year’s European adventure… #UTV (Up the Villa).”Villa, who opened their European campaign with a 3-0 win away at Swiss side Young Boys, played their first home fixture in Europe’s top competition since a quarter-final defeat to Juventus in 1983.Earlier on Wednesday, footballing stars including former Scotland player Ally McCoist received honours from William at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle.McCoist, who was made an OBE, said the pair talked about football, including Aston Villa’s European tie.McCoist said: “I’m obviously well aware that the prince is an Aston Villa fan – they’ve got a very, very big game tonight, which I think he’s going to.”So we spoke about that, and just generally working in broadcasting and life really.”Former England international Karen Carney, who was made an OBE, said she had “some banter” with William – who supports the rival team to her Birmingham City.”To be brutally honest, a lot of people know I’m a Birmingham City fan, there’s a big game at Aston Villa tonight,” Carney said.”Obviously with Prince William being a Villa fan I thought there was a good opportunity for some banter with him.”He was really gracious, he’s going to the game, which is cool.”So we just chatted about football really which is I think the common language for everybody.”I think everyone can talk about football which is really good.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’ve met him previously with the Lionesses. He’s a football fan for both the men’s and women’s game, which is really cool.”Earlier this year, William was seen cheering on the England men’s national team at the Euros.Inside Prince William’s love of Aston VillaPRINCE WILLIAM is an avid Aston Villa fan who goes crazy watching matches and regularly speaks to players.The Prince of Wales revealed he chose to support the club when he was younger as they were a middle-of-the-table team who could offer him the rollercoaster of emotions he was looking for in football fandom.William recalled the start of his Villa journey, saying: “A long time ago at school I got into football big time.”All my friends were Chelsea or Manchester United fans and I didn’t really want to follow the run-of-the-mill team.”I wanted to have a team that was more mid-table that could give me more emotional rollercoaster moments.”Aston Villa has always had a great history.”William’s love for the Villans is now shared by wife Kate.The couple and their children have attended Villa games in the past and Prince George used to a big fan.But George has turned to Chelsea as his club of choice, with a disappointed William revealing: “I said you can support anyone but Chelsea, so naturally he supports Chelsea.” More

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      Harry Kane faces fitness test THIS MORNING and is huge doubt to face Aston Villa after suffering ankle injury

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      HARRY KANE is facing a fitness test after emerging as a doubt for Bayern Munich’s clash with Aston Villa.The England captain came off during Saturday’s 1-1 draw against Bayer Leverkusen with a potential ankle injury.Harry Kane is facing a late fitness test after emerging as a doubt for Bayern Munich’s game against Aston VillaCredit: GettyKane has travelled with the squad for the Champions League clashCredit: GettyKane has travelled with the Bavarians to Birmingham for the Champions League clash at Villa Park.However, the 31-year-old will undergo a fitness test THIS MORNING to see whether he is able to feature.He managed to get through training on Tuesday, but Bayern manager Vincent Kompany will not make a final decision on Kane’s availability until later today.The former Burnley boss said: “I think you have seen Harry was on the pitch today.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”That went well but we will still have to wait until tomorrow and see how the situation is and then we will make the correct decision.”He trained with us today and hopefully everything will work out fine.”Kane has already scored 10 goals and added five assists in seven games this season – despite being criticised for his display against Xabi Alonso’s Bayer team before his substitution.He joined Bayern in a huge £104million transfer from Tottenham last summer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDespite scoring 36 league goals last season, he was unable to help his side retain the Bundesliga, with an unbeaten Leverkusen lifting their first ever German league title by going unbeaten.Kane smashed Wayne Rooney’s record for the most goals scored by an Englishman in the Champions League in this season’s opening game against Dinamo Zagreb, which they won 9-2.Top 10 highest paid footballers in the world revealed with no Premier League players making the top fiveHe now sits on 33 goals and will hope to add to his tally against a familiar foe in Aston Villa, if he is deemed fit enough to play.The former Tottenham star has scored eight goals and added two assists in 13 games against the Villans.He has been on the winning side nine times and lost the other four.Harry Kane reveals his favourite England goalsHARRY KANE is already England’s all-time record goalscorer.But the Three Lions skipper will NOT be stopping there.To mark his 100th cap for his country, Kane spoke to SunSport’s CHARLIE WYETT about some of his special England goals….FIRST ENGLAND GOAL“My debut v Lithuania. March 2015.”There was a lot of talk in the build-up to that camp because I was playing well for Spurs.“I got a great reception and within a couple of minutes I scored a goal.“I don’t think I could have dreamed it any better.“My friends and family were there. That was a really special night.”FAVOURITE ENGLAND GOAL“It’s between two, for me.“Against Germany, the one at Wembley in Euro 2020.“Also, the header against Tunisia at the World Cup in 2018.“That moment of scoring a last-minute winner at my first World Cup was special.”BEST ENGLAND GOAL“The one I scored in Poland away in a World Cup qualifier in 2021. It was from 25 yards.”(Kane picked up the ball from Kyle Walker, advanced towards goal and put his foot through it.)“It kind of drifted away and it was a good strike, probably my furthest-out goal for England.” More

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      Liverpool keeper Alisson targeted for shock transfer to European giants managed by Premier League legend

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      VINCENT KOMPANY’S Bayern Munich are watching developments on Alisson Becker.The Liverpool keeper, 31,  has been linked with a lucrative switch to Saudi Arabia, possibly as early as the end of the season.Liverpool star goalkeeper Alisson is being targeted by Bayern MunichCredit: AFPBayern would have to splash a fortune to land Alisson from LiverpoolCredit: GettyBayern boss Vincent Kompany could make an ambitious move for Alisson at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyBayern, who have fitness concerns over their No 1 Manuel Neuer, are also very keen but it would take a fortune to land Alisson next summer.Ex-Burnley chief Kompany is a big fan of Alisson from his time in English football and could launch an ambitious move at the end of the campaign.Liverpool are braced for Alisson leaving and have already signed Valencia’s Georgian stopper Giorgi Mamardashvili, 23, to join them permanently next year.Alisson joined the Reds from Roma following a £67million deal in 2018.Read More on FootballSince then, the star goalkeeper has inspired immense confidence between the sticks – something Liverpool had been sorely lacking prior to his arrival.The Brazil international shone bright during Jurgen Klopp’s reign at the helm.The shot stopper helped the Merseysiders win their first Premier League title in 30 years back in 2020.The Brazilian also won the FA Cup, EFL Cup and the Champions League.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAlisson has amassed a grand total of 269 appearances with Liverpool during his six-year stint at the Kop.So far this season, the ex-Roma star has played six times across all competitions.Alisson Becker tells Liverpool to cut out ‘stupid’ conceded goals as keeper awaits first clean sheet of the seasonLiverpool manager Arne Slot, though, could also call upon Caoimhin Kelleher if Alisson decides to leave at the end of the season. More