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      Thomas Tuchel is ‘more English than German’ and would tell Bayern Munich chiefs how he preferred jobs in England

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      GERMANY is proud that the English FA has appointed one of our coaches to the most important post in the motherland of football.I admit there would be a huge outcry in Germany if a foreigner was to become our national coach — this has never happened.Thomas Tuchel is the new England managerCredit: AFPHe has faced questions from pundits due to being GermanCredit: ReutersHowever, Tuchel is perhaps more English than German.I know from his time at Bayern he always raved about the Premier League to the Munich players and told club chiefs he preferred working in England than Germany.There is no question that Tuchel, as a manager, is an expert in tactics and football philosophy.But in the end, there were always problems with his bosses at both Dortmund and Bayern.READ MORE ENGLAND NEWSHe didn’t have that at Chelsea when he formed a team that won the Champions League in 2021.Unlike in the Bundesliga, a boss in England is allowed to make more decisions about the squad.And that will be the big difference… Tuchel doesn’t have to fight with his bosses if he wants players. He can simply select them.In recent years, the football world has wondered why England doesn’t play better with perhaps the best players in the world. I think the coach was the problem.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOne thing that must be clear to the players is Gareth Southgate’s feel-good oasis is now over. Tuchel will challenge them.When I saw Southgate on the sideline, I was amazed at how little influence he had on the running game.Thomas Tuchel England Press ConferenceSouthgate 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 2016-2024P102 W61 D24 L17 Win percentage: 59.8%Honours: Euros runners up, 2020, 2024Things will be very different under Tuchel. England will see a man actively coaching his players.This is perhaps the missing piece of the puzzle.Tuchel is considered the master of knockout games. It shouldn’t be forgotten how close he came to reaching the Champions League final against Real Madrid.A wrong referee decision alone lost him that semi-final in May.Tuchel knows tactics. Tuchel can win titles. And that is exactly what England was missing recently to achieve a great triumph.We know we have a new big rival when it comes to our goal, which coach Julian Nagelsmann has set, of becoming 2026 world champions.Tuchel can beat Germany at its own game — he now brings the winning mentality to England.Forgotten England stars could benefit from Tuchel appointmentWITH Thomas Tuchel announced as the next England manager, a few forgotten stars might be hopeful of a return to the international set up.The former Chelsea and Bayern Munich manager usually uses a 3-4-3 formation.That could provide an opening for Mason Mount, who’s not been involved in the England set-up since the World Cup in 2022.The now Manchester United star enjoyed his most successful spell under Tuchel while the pair were at Stamford Bridge.Tuchel could also offer lifelines to other previously capped players such as Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Eric Dier.RLC has excelled since his move to AC Milan and with England struggling to find a partner for Rice, he could be the surprise answer.Meanwhile, Dier played for Tuchel at Bayern Munich as part of a back-three last season.The defender did enough to convince the club to make his loan move permanent after he had fallen out of favour at Tottenham.Click here to see the full England XI who could play under Tuchel. More

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      Man Utd could be about to pull off controversial transfer they have never done in Premier League era

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S shock raid of Bayern Munich could see them complete a rare deal that has never been seen in the Premier League era.The Red Devils are reportedly targeting Leroy Sane, Leon Goretzka and Alphonso Davies in a triple January swoop.Peter Barnes was the last player to make the controversial moveCredit: RexLeroy Sane won two Premier League titles at Man CityCredit: PASane is now on Man Utd’s radarCredit: GettySane, 28, could be available this winter after falling down the pecking order under Vincent Kompany.Having recovered from an injury that ruled him out the start of the season, the winger has played just 78 minutes across four games.And the German sees his contract expire at Bayern next summer.Should Sane join Man Utd, he will become the first player in the Premier League era to move to Old Trafford after a spell at City. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe last player represent the red half of Manchester after blue was Peter Barnes.He played for City from 1974 to 1979 and then had a three-year spell at United a decade later.Legend Denis Law and Wyn Davies both saw their careers go down the same path in the 60s and 70s respectively.Many players have played for both Manchester clubs in the Prem like Peter Schmeichel, Andrei Kanchelskis, Andy Cole, Carlos Tevez and Owen Hargreaves.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut all of them played for United before their bitter rivals.Jadon Sancho did come through the City academy before joining Erik ten Hag’s side – but he never played a senior game for them. Along with Sane on United’s radar is left-back Davies, 23, who also sees his Bayern deal expire in 2025.Leroy Sane PUNCHES TV camera after Bayern Munich concede third goal in devastating defeat to Bayer LeverkusenAs for Goretzka, 29, he has seen his minutes restricted this term, playing just once in six Bundesliga games.Man Utd are used to negotiations with Bayern as they signed Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui in a £60m double deal in the summer.Alphonso Davies could quit Bayern with his deal up in the summerCredit: RexLeon Goretzka may also depart after a lack of game timeCredit: RexWhy NOBODY is the right man to replace Erik ten Hag at Man UtdSunSport’s DAVE KIDD says Erik ten Hag’s time at Man Utd is up… and explains what’s wrong with all the potential candidates to replace him.THIS is a mid-table squad at an underachieving club, with a lot of unwanted players on big money.And Ratcliffe is an instinctive cost-cutter who may not pay top dollar to the next manager.If this club wasn’t called ‘Manchester United’, it wouldn’t be an especially desirable job.The good news for United is that their new sporting director, Dan Ashworth, is a very decent judge of a manager.He has been instrumental in three previous managerial appointments — Gareth Southgate for England, Graham Potter for Brighton and Eddie Howe for Newcastle.None were wildly popular at the time, all were conspicuous successes.Interestingly, Ashworth’s No 1 choice for the Newcastle job was Unai Emery, who turned him down to stay at Villarreal but has since proved that judgment right by excelling at Aston Villa.Emery may well deliver the coup de grace to Ten Hag on Sunday — especially with Bruno Fernandes suspended and Kobbie Mainoo an injury doubt.And the Spaniard would be an excellent fit for United — yet there is next to no chance that he would abandon Villa’s Champions League campaign to take the Old Trafford job, not least because he isn’t a stark raving madman.Howe would be another good candidate to succeed Ten Hag but, although he has become frustrated on Tyneside, the Saudis would surely not allow Ratcliffe to poach Howe, as they reluctantly did with Ashworth.Potter is available but his Chelsea experience and lack of charisma would make him a tough sell.Which brings us to Southgate, who remains close with Ashworth and is an excellent man-manager who was seriously considered by United last spring.Yet, despite having led England to two of their three major finals, Southgate’s reputation for over-caution was only enhanced during the Euros.Mauricio Pochettino, passed over twice by United, is out of the equation having taken the United States job.Thomas Tuchel would be a popular and gettable option but, despite being a fine coach and a very engaging man, he is considered something of a loose cannon.Likewise, Roberto De Zerbi, now at Marseille after his brief Brighton stint sparkled then fizzled out.Kieran McKenna — a gifted former United coach who has won back-to-back promotions with Ipswich Town — is an intriguing candidate but the imminent vacancy may come a year or so too soon.Marco Silva, the extremely under-rated Fulham boss, has been on United’s radar and should not be discounted.Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim, last season’s ‘next big thing’, was passed over by West Ham as well as Liverpool this summer and is not an easy man to pin down.Zinedine Zidane, who has taken over from Alan Curbishley as a 20-1 shot for every Premier League job, is a ‘figurehead’ manager and not an Ashworth type.Ruud van Nistelrooy, the former United goal machine who joined Ten Hag’s coaching team in the summer is the bookies’ favourite. Simply because he’s in the building and he’s Dutch.So, yes, getting rid of Ten Hag is the easy part. More

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      Man Utd ‘target Bayern stars Leroy Sane, Leon Goretzka and Alphonso Davies in stunning triple January transfer swoop’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are targeting Bayern Munich stars Leroy Sane, Leon Goretzka and Alphonso Davies, according to reports.The Red Devils are aiming to strengthen their squad following a poor start to the season under Erik ten Hag.Flying winger Leroy Sane is on Man Utd’s radarCredit: GettyLeon Goretzka has largely been stuck on the bench for Bayern this seasonCredit: RexAlphonso Davies is on Man Utd’s radarCredit: GettyThe Dutchman, who coached Bayern’s reserves between 2013 and 2015, did business with his former club during the summer – sealing a £60million double swoop for Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui.And according to Sky Germany, Man Utd’s raid on the Bundesliga giants is far from over.They claim that the Red Devils are monitoring Sane, Goretzka and Davies’ situations heading into January and next summer.Having undergone groin surgery after Euro 2024, Sane has hardly featured for Bayern this season.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe former Manchester City winger, 28, has been limited to just 32 minutes of action in Vincent Kompany’s first six Bundesliga games in charge.Despite his lack of action this season, Sane’s stock remains high at Old Trafford, particularly due to his exploits with neighbours City between 2016 and 2020.Like Sane, Goretzka has also seen his game time limited under Kompany.The midfielder has played just one minute in the Bundesliga, with a further pair of substitute appearances in the Champions League.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTen Hag’s Man Utd signingsThe Dutchman has brought in 21 players since moving to Old Trafford in 20222022-23:Antony, (Ajax) £86mCasemiro, (Real Madrid) £70mLisandro Martinez, (Ajax) £46mTyrell Malacia, (Feyenoord) £13mChristian Eriksen, (Brentford) freeMartin Dubravka, (Newcastle) loanWout Weghorst, (Burnley) loanJack Butland, (Crystal Palace) loanMarcel Sabitzer, (Bayern Munich) loan2023-24:Rasmus Hojlund, (Atalanta) £72mMason Mount, (Chelsea) £60mAndre Onana, (Inter Milan) £47mSofyan Amrabat, (Fiorentina) loanAltay Bayindir, (Fenerbahce) £4.3mJonny Evans, (Leicester) freeSergio Reguilon, (Tottenham) loan2024-25:Leny Yoro, (Lille) £52mManuel Ugarte, (Paris Saint-Germain) £50mMatthijs de Ligt, (Bayern Munich) £45mJoshua Zirkee, (Bologna) £36.5mNoussair Mazraoui, (Bayern Munich) £12.8mGoretzka, 29, has won five Bundesliga titles and the Champions League since joining Bayern in 2018.It’s claimed that the experienced German international would like to stay and fight for his place at the Allianz Arena.A day in the life of workaholic Ten Hag revealed by ex-Man Utd coach who jokes ‘his wife is on verge of divorcing him’But should he remain out of favour with Kompany, he could consider a move elsewhere.Davies, meanwhile, has been a regular starter for Bayern this term.But with his contract set to expire in the summer, the 23-year-old is in control of his future.Man Utd would love to tempt the Canadian to Old Trafford on a free transfer.But Real Madrid are still thought to be favourites to secure Davies’ highly-coveted signature.De Ligt and Mazraoui joined United in the summer having both worked with Ten Hag at Ajax.The Red Devils boss has now spent over £200m reuniting with five of his ex-Ajax stars.In addition his two summer signings, he has also forked out to bring Antony, Andre Onana and Lisandro Martinez to Old Trafford.READ MORE SUN STORIESDe Ligt and Mazraoui weren’t the first players that Ten Hag has recruited from Bayern, either.In January 2023, United signed Marcel Sabitzer on loan from the Bundesliga giants, although he went on to sign for Borussia Dortmund the following summer. More

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      Man Utd ‘rejected by up-and-coming manager’ who followed similar path to under-fire Ten Hag

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      MANCHESTER UNITED were reportedly rejected by a manager who has followed a similar path to Erik ten Hag.The Dutch coach faces an uncertain future at Old Trafford after the club’s horror start to the Premier League season.There are doubts over Erik ten Hag’s future at Manchester UnitedCredit: ReutersSebastian Hoeness is believed to have turned down the jobCredit: GettyTen Hag, 54, is still in charge of the team despite club chiefs holding talks over his position during the international break.Despite the former Ajax boss still being employed, it has not stopped other candidates from being linked with the post.Thomas Tuchel, Graham Potter and Gareth Southgate have all been talked up as potential successors.However, it has been reported that Man United made an approach to appoint VfB Stuttgart manager Sebastian Hoeness.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLGerman outlet Bild have claimed that he was flattered by the interest from the Red Devils.But it is thought that he has turned down the chance to swap Stuttgart for Manchester.The report adds that Hoeness, 42, believes he still has work to do at the MHP Arena.Last season, he guided his side to a second-place finish in the Bundesliga ahead of Bayern Munich.Most read in SportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSStuttgart only missed on a famous title to the invincible Bayer Leverkusen, managed by Xabi Alonso.Hoeness has been in charge of Die Roten since 2023, when he took charge of the club in the relegation zone.Top 10 highest-paid Premier League starsHe was able to lead the strugglers to the relegation play-offs and beat Hamburg in order to maintain their Bundesliga status.Hoesness started his managerial career at Bayern Munich II.He landed the job just four years after it was vacated by Ten Hag who left the job for Dutch side Utrecht in 2015.Another new name that has been linked with the top job at Old Trafford is Edin Terzic.The former Borussia Dortmund coach is an unexpected target but had admirers at the club.Meanwhile at Man United, club captain Bruno Fernandes has revealed he could have left in the summer.The midfielder admitted that he had “concrete offers” to leave but stayed at Old Trafford.Why NOBODY is the right man to replace Erik ten Hag at Man UtdSunSport’s DAVE KIDD says Erik ten Hag’s time at Man Utd is up… and explains what’s wrong with all the potential candidates to replace him.THIS is a mid-table squad at an underachieving club, with a lot of unwanted players on big money.And Ratcliffe is an instinctive cost-cutter who may not pay top dollar to the next manager.If this club wasn’t called ‘Manchester United’, it wouldn’t be an especially desirable job.The good news for United is that their new sporting director, Dan Ashworth, is a very decent judge of a manager.He has been instrumental in three previous managerial appointments — Gareth Southgate for England, Graham Potter for Brighton and Eddie Howe for Newcastle.None were wildly popular at the time, all were conspicuous successes.Interestingly, Ashworth’s No 1 choice for the Newcastle job was Unai Emery, who turned him down to stay at Villarreal but has since proved that judgment right by excelling at Aston Villa.Emery may well deliver the coup de grace to Ten Hag on Sunday — especially with Bruno Fernandes suspended and Kobbie Mainoo an injury doubt.And the Spaniard would be an excellent fit for United — yet there is next to no chance that he would abandon Villa’s Champions League campaign to take the Old Trafford job, not least because he isn’t a stark raving madman.Howe would be another good candidate to succeed Ten Hag but, although he has become frustrated on Tyneside, the Saudis would surely not allow Ratcliffe to poach Howe, as they reluctantly did with Ashworth.Potter is available but his Chelsea experience and lack of charisma would make him a tough sell.Which brings us to Southgate, who remains close with Ashworth and is an excellent man-manager who was seriously considered by United last spring.Yet, despite having led England to two of their three major finals, Southgate’s reputation for over-caution was only enhanced during the Euros.Mauricio Pochettino, passed over twice by United, is out of the equation having taken the United States job.Thomas Tuchel would be a popular and gettable option but, despite being a fine coach and a very engaging man, he is considered something of a loose cannon.Likewise, Roberto De Zerbi, now at Marseille after his brief Brighton stint sparkled then fizzled out.Kieran McKenna — a gifted former United coach who has won back-to-back promotions with Ipswich Town — is an intriguing candidate but the imminent vacancy may come a year or so too soon.Marco Silva, the extremely under-rated Fulham boss, has been on United’s radar and should not be discounted.Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim, last season’s ‘next big thing’, was passed over by West Ham as well as Liverpool this summer and is not an easy man to pin down.Zinedine Zidane, who has taken over from Alan Curbishley as a 20-1 shot for every Premier League job, is a ‘figurehead’ manager and not an Ashworth type.Ruud van Nistelrooy, the former United goal machine who joined Ten Hag’s coaching team in the summer is the bookies’ favourite. Simply because he’s in the building and he’s Dutch.So, yes, getting rid of Ten Hag is the easy part. More

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      Man Utd consider ex-Dortmund boss Edin Terzic to replace Ten Hag – with Tuchel and Van Nistelrooy also in contention

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      EDIN TERZIC is the shock name on Manchester United’s shortlist to replace Erik ten Hag.German Terzic took Borussia Dortmund to the Champions League final last season before surprisingly quitting.Edin Terzic is the latest name in contention if Erik ten Hag departsCredit: GettyTen Hag is still under pressure, days after the club’s seven-hour summitCredit: RexOld Trafford assistant boss Ruud van Nistelrooy could be promotedCredit: GettyHe has many admirers at Old Trafford and it would he a smart but unexpected move to go for him if they sack under-fire Ten Hag.Terzic, 41, did his coaching badges in England, where he was friends with fellow United target Graham Potter, and then worked as Slaven Bilic’s No 2 at West Ham.He rose to the top in Germany during two spells at Dortmund before he walked away in June.United are currently reviewing Ten Hag’s position and have looked at the likes of Potter and Gareth Southgate, while former Chelsea and ex-Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel has been on their radar.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe option of promoting club legend and current coach Ruud van Nistelrooy is also a possibility.Terzic graduated from the FA’s  coaching course alongside former United players Nicky Butt and Nemanja Vidic in 2018.United are 14th in the Prem and Ten Hag  is clinging on to his job after club chiefs held a SEVEN-HOUR summit in London last Tuesday to  discuss his future.The Dutchman, 54, is having a short holiday and confident he will still be in charge for Saturday’s visit of Brentford.Most read in FootballThomas Tuchel holds an interest in both the United and England jobsCredit: AFPFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut there has been no confirmation from the club yet on whether that will be the case.Two current Prem bosses are also tipped to be in contention should the Red Devils call time on Ten Hag.Thomas Tuchel Eyes England Manager Role Amid Man Utd SpeculationIpswich’s Kieran McKenna, who was an Old Trafford coach under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, and Bees’ manager Thomas Frank have caught the eye of Old Trafford chiefs.Inter Milan’s Simone Inzaghi and Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim have been mentioned too. More

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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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      Jurgen Klopp is ‘as false as his teeth’ slam German press after Liverpool legend’s controversial new job

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      JURGEN KLOPP has received criticism from German media following the announcement of his new job.The former Liverpool manager was appointed global head of football at Red Bull this week.Jurgen Klopp as been criticised for accepting a new job at Red BullCredit: PAIt will be his first job since leaving LiverpoolCredit: GettyRed Bull owns Bundesliga club RB Leipzig, as well as Austrian side RB Salzburg, MLS outfit New York Red Bulls and Brazilian club Red Bull Bragantino.The energy drinks brand also has a minority stake in Championship side Leeds United and became the club’s main shirt sponsor ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.Some of Germany’s biggest media outlets have criticised Klopp for the career move, claiming his new affiliation with RB Leipzig in particular “destroys” his image.An article published by news website Der Spiegel read: “Klopp presented himself at Liverpool as ‘The Normal One’, in contrast to ‘The Special One’, Mourinho, which earned him praise.Read More in Football”Now, many believe that he has adopted what is common in this industry: following the money. This news has caused great unrest among the fans.”T-Online wrote: “His deal with Red Bull destroys his image as an impeccable man and goes against what fans say he stands for.”To many, it seems as though Klopp has made a pact with the devil.”He has torn down his own monument in an instant. His reputation as a charismatic icon of German football is severely damaged, leaving many in disbelief. Perhaps this man does not love football as much as he always claimed.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd journalist Günter Klein wrote on social media: “Klopp is as fake as his teeth.”Many football fans and journalists in Germany have continued to stand against RB Leipzig following Red Bull’s takeover in 2009.Ex Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp dances with club legend John BarnesOriginally, the club was competing in the fifth tier of German football under the name SSV Markranstadt.But then Red Bull came along, changed the name and pumped an eye-watering amount of money into it.Fans then became angered when chiefs found a loophole around Germany’s 50+1 ownership rule.They issued a small amount of shares before buying 49 per cent themselves.The rest were then priced prohibitively, meaning they could effectively choose who bought them.They even named the club RasenBallsport to get around marketing and commercial restrictions.Many fans have since spent years protesting against RB Leipzig.Klopp took to Instagram on Wednesday to explain why he accepted the job at Red Bull.He said: “Hi. Some of you might have heard already, some of you won’t, from January 1, 2025, I will be head of global soccer at Red Bull, and I’m really looking forward to that.”A few months ago, I said I don’t see myself on the sideline anymore, and that’s still the case. But I still love football and I still love working.”Red Bull gives me the perfect platform for that. I want to share my experience which I collected over the years.”We all know that there are much more successful managers out there but, in my career, I fought for promotion, I fought against relegation and I fought for titles and trophies.”Sometimes we failed, sometimes we succeeded. Dealing with that is not easy, but it is possible.”Then I want to learn again because when you are in the job and you have to play every three days, you barely have time for that.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Now I have time and I have the opportunity. I want to see, feel and figure out what is useful for football; developing football a little bit as well.”Really looking forward to it but now I go back on holiday. See you in January.” More

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      Footballer’s mum who was mistaken for his glamorous Wag stuns in busty selfie leaving fans in disbelief

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      MUM of Bundesliga winner Leon Dajaku has stunned fans by posting a revealing selfie on social media.Blerta, who is in her 40s, was recently mistaken for Dajaku’s partner due to her youthful looks.Blerta stunned fans with her latest photoCredit: InstagramShe is the mother of footballer Leon DajakuCredit: blerta_dajaku / instagramIn fact, she is the ex-Sunderland forward’s mum and recently became a grandmother.Dajaku’s partner Leonie June gave birth to a baby girl, Nava, in March.But while Blerta is now a grandmother, her looks would have you thinking there’s now way she is old enough to be a family’s third generation.And her latest snap left fans in awe once more.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLKosovan-Albanian beautician Blerta shared a picture of her wearing a low-cut white top in the back of a car.Alongside the image, she added the caption: “Nothing is impossible. Only your thoughts stop you.”Reacting to the post, one fan replied: “🌹 Elegance. Respect 🙏”.While another added: “Beautiful lady 😍😍”.Most read in FootballBlerta is a Kosovan-Albanian beauticianCredit: blerta_dajaku / instagramShe has accumulated 25,000 followers on InstagramCredit: blerta_dajaku / instagramBlerta recently became a grandmotherCredit: blerta_dajaku / instagramDajaku spent a stint playing in England for SunderlandCredit: GettyAnd a third responded: “Perfect 🔥”.Dajaku is one of three of Blerta’s sons.Football’s 10 richest wags including music stars and millionaire modelsHe was born in Germany after Blerta and his father fled from the Yugoslavian civil war, before he bounced between Stuttgart and Bayern Munich’s youth teams.He won the Bundesliga title with Bayern in 2020 after making two appearances.Dajaku originally joined Sunderland on loan from Union Berlin in 2021 before securing a permanent transfer the following year.He then spent the season on loan at FC St. Gallen before being sold to Hajduk Split in 2023.She regularly stuns fans with photos on social mediaCredit: blerta_dajaku / instagram More