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      Hull City have ‘agreement in place’ to appoint ex-interim Derby boss and former player Liam Rosenior as new manager

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      LIAM ROSENIOR has “agreed” to become Hull City manager – six weeks after losing his role as interim chief at Derby.The former Tigers’ left-back, 38, is poised for his first permanent boss job.
      Ex-England U-21 star Liam Rosenior is expected to take over at HullCredit: Rex
      Championship strugglers Hull have been managerless since axing Shota Arveladze in September.
      And BBC Radio Humberside say Rosenior, 38, has verbally accepted the position ahead of signing a contract on Wednesday.
      The ex-Reading and Brighton defender watched Hull’s shock 4-2 win at Rotherham on October 22.
      And he’ll be hoping for more stability than he experienced at Derby.
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      Rosenior took over the League One newcomers in July after Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney left the job following relegation. 
      But despite being in a challenging position for the play-offs he was replaced by Paul Warne in late September.
      It was the latest and most dramatic step in new Derby owner David Clowes’ revamp of the club.
      In recent weeks Rosenior was in the running to manage Championship rivals Blackpool and West Brom.
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      But the Seasiders appointed Michael Appleton and the Baggies chose Spaniard Carlos Corberán.
      Rosenior will lead a Hull side spluttering in 18th place despite chairman Acun Ilicali’s heavy investment over the summer. More

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      Man Utd stars set for Middlesbrough loan transfers as Michael Carrick says he will use ‘relationship’ to his advantage

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      MIDDLESBROUGH manager Michael Carrick is planning to use his relationship with Manchester United to secure loan signings.The 41-year-old recently took over at the Riverside Stadium following the sacking of Chris Wilder – it is his first job in management.
      Micheal Carrick is hoping to bring in some players with Man Utd connectionsCredit: Getty
      And Carrick has revealed that he is hoping to use his connections to Man Utd to help him in the transfer market.
      When asked about this he responded: “It depends who is expensive or not, they [Man Utd] might give me a couple of cheap deals.
      “That’s part of football isn’t it? Who you know and building relationships and trust.
      “Hopefully we’ll take good players whether it’s to sign them or on loan and they’re going to trust us looking after their players.
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      “And players are going to want to come here and play because they see us doing things a certain way.”
      Man Utd already have Amad Diallo (Sunderland), Hannibal Mejbri (Birmingham), Ethan Laird (QPR) and Alvaro Fernandez (Preston) out on loan at Championship sides.
      United have a number of young and out of favour players that Boro could make a move for such as the likes of Brandon Williams, Axel Tuanzebe, Facundo Pellistri and Teden Mengi.
      Carrick spent 11 illustrious years as a Red Devils player where he won five Premier League titles and a Champions League.
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      Once he retired he was then appointed as a coach working under Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer before taking over as a caretaker boss for a few games once the Norwegian was sacked.
      But it was his former manager Sir Alex Ferguson who offered him advice before taking up the job at Middlesbrough.
      Carrick revealed: “I spoke to Sir Alex a few times. I probably spoke to him more since I stopped playing than I did when I was playing, I didn’t want to get too close to him when I was playing.
      “It’s well documented that he takes real pride in ex-players progressing into coaches or managers and takes pride in helping them as well.
      “He’s certainly done that for me and I really appreciate the advice he’s given me.
      Carrick also thanked Mourinho for handing him his first coaching role.
      Michael Carrick has sought the advice of Sir Alex FergusonCredit: PA More

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      Man Utd want Norwich’s Max Aarons in shock January transfer swoop to rival Diogo Dalot

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are weighing up a January move for Norwich’s Max Aarons.Red Devils boss Erik Ten Hag is keen to bring in another right-back to rival Diogo Dalot with Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s Old Trafford future in doubt.
      Max Aarons is wanted by Manchester UnitedCredit: Reuters
      Diogo Dalot has become United’s first choice right-back under Erik ten HagCredit: AFP
      United have been long-term admirers of Aarons and were one of eight clubs who scouted the 22-year-old at England Under-21s victory over Germany at Bramall Lane in September.
      Aarons, valued at £10million by Norwich, is one option in the frame with Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong also understood to be under consideration.
      Ten Hag hailed first-choice Dalot’s improvement after the Portugal right-back produced an impressive display in the 1-0 Premier League victory over West Ham on Sunday.
      But the Dutchman also sent a clear message that he wants to bolster the competition in his squad with out-of-favour Wan-Bissaka playing just four minutes for United in all competitions this season.
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      Ten Hag said: “We need two good full-backs [on the left and the right] because we have a lot of games to come.”
      Highly-rated Aarons has made 19 appearances for fifth-placed Championship outfit Norwich this season.
      The Canaries rejected a loan bid with an option to buy from Borussia Monchengladbach for Aarons in August with ex-Norwich boss Daniel Farke keen to be reunited with him in Germany.
      The Carrow Road club also snubbed loan offers from Serie A duo Atalanta and Monza.
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      Everton, Wolfsburg and Marseille all enquired about him in the summer before – he has less than two years left on his contract.
      In the past, Euro giants Bayern Munich, Arsenal, Borussia Dortmund and Roma have all monitored his progress. More

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      Norwich star Marcelino Nunez wanted by LaLiga giants Sevilla in shock transfer just months after arriving at Carrow Road

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      NORWICH’S Chilean star Marcelino Nunez is being watched by Spanish giants Sevilla.The midfielder only joined the Canaries from Universidad Catolica in the summer but is already on the radar of the La Liga club.
      Marcelino Nunez has been an instant hit in the Championship for NorwichCredit: Alamy
      The Canaries would be stunned to lose Chile midfielder Nunez so quicklyCredit: Alamy
      Sevilla sent senior scout Jose Manuel Santos Hernandez to check out the 22-year-old, who has 10 caps to his name, last week as they consider a move for the South American.
      Meanwhile, Norwich may send Republic of Ireland striker Adam Idah out on loan in the New Year after his progress has been stalled by injury.
      Derby County boss Paul Warne is a fan of the target man and tried to land him in his Rotherham days, so may go in again.
      Sevilla’s interest in Nunez comes as the Spaniards surprisingly struggle – lying fourth bottom in LaLiga and level on points with the drop zone.
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      Former Chile and Argentina manager Jorge Sampaoli was appointed boss for a second time on October 6.
      That followed the sacking of Julen Lopetegui, who is now being targeted by Wolves for a THIRD time this month.
      The Spanish coach rejected the chance of his first taste of English football straight after Bruno Lage’s axing.
      But although Wolves looked at old boss Nuno Espirito Santo and QPR’s Michael Beale, they now hope to persuade Lopetegui to change his mind. More

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      Blackburn will KEEP in-demand Ben Brereton Diaz in January even if it means summer FREE TRANSFER as Prem clubs circle

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      BLACKBURN are planning to keep striker Ben Brereton Diaz in the window — even if he leaves for nothing in the summer.Owners Venky’s are happy to take the loss of a potential sale as the Chile hitman’s goals are giving them their best shot at promotion since they took over.
      Rovers believe keeping Ben Brereton Diaz can maintain their promotion fightCredit: Getty
      The 23-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season and several Premier League and foreign clubs are interested.
      Brereton Diaz seems sure to have several offers in the summer and Rovers will struggle to keep him then — but promotion is worth much more than a sale in January.
      Rovers have made an offer – thought to include a big pay rise – but Brereton Diaz is set to make his decision at the end of the season.
      Sevilla and Nice were keen in the summer.
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      And West Ham are amongst his Premier League admirers.
      But Rovers’ £15million valuation put some of his suitors off.
      The Hammers have also been linked with Midtjylland winger Gustav Isaksen.
      But the 21-year-old is now reportedly interesting Arsenal, as well as Newcastle.
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      Gunners’ boss Mikel Arteta wants more attacking options out wide.
      And he’s sent scouts to watch Palmeiras youngster Danilo, plus Shakhtar Donetsk’s Mykhaylo Mudryk, who has already revealed he would be willing to join Arsenal. More

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      Fans all say same thing as Arsenal loanee Auston Trusty scores with sensational flick as Birmingham cruise to QPR win

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      ARSENAL fans were left purring after Auston Trusty scored a brilliant flick for Birmingham City last night.The American defender joined the Gunners from Colorado Rapids in January, later going on to sign for Blues on a season-long loan in the summer.

      Auston Trusty’s flick finds the back of the netCredit: PA
      Trusty, 24, celebrates with Dion SandersonCredit: Reuters
      Trusty, 24, has become an instant hit for John Eustace’s men, and played a big role in their 2-0 victory over QPR in the Championship last night.
      Birmingham sent their defenders forward when they earned a corner just three and a half minutes into the game.
      When the initial delivery was headed clear, former Gunner Krystian Bielik helped the ball back into the box.
      Trusty then acrobatically launched a flick goalbound, flummoxing QPR stopper Seny Dieng in the process.
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      The ball looped over the helpless Senegal international, with Trusty wheeling away in celebration.
      Trusty’s goal was his third of the season, having also bagged a double against Bristol City earlier this month.
      Arsenal fans paying attention to Trusty’s progress appear to be delighted with what they’re seeing.
      One wrote: “Get him back at Arsenal to partner Saliba.”
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      A second commented: “Better than Lisandro already.”
      While a third cheekily wrote: “@FIFAcom Puskas Award.”
      Another Arsenal fan added: “one for the future.”
      West Ham loanee Emmanuel Longelo doubled Birmingham’s lead on 29 minutes – shimmying before sending a right-footed effort into the bottom corner.
      QPR were awarded a penalty in the second half, although John Ruddy denied Lyndon Dykes from 12 yards.
      A win would have put Mick Beale’s side top of the table, although it was Blues that instead climbed to 11th.
      After the match, Birmingham boss Eustace told the BBC: “I was very proud of the whole performance. We showed great character after the break to dig in and get a result.
      “QPR are a fantastic team, We just wanted to be committed and competitive in everything we did and it’s great to hear the fans getting such a good connection. It was brilliant having so many in.”
      John Eustace has brought a feel goof factor back to St Andrew’sCredit: PA More

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      Cardiff star Callum Robinson issues groveling apology after being sent off for throwing ball in Swansea opponent’s face

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      CARDIFF striker Callum Robinson has issued an apology after being sent off in the SEVENTH minute against local rivals Swansea.Robinson, 27, threw the ball in Ben Cabango’s face from close range after being shoved from behind.

      Robinson was sent off in the seventh minute for throwing the ball into a Swansea player’s faceCredit: Rex
      Robinson shared this post on Instagram saying he took ‘full responsibility’ for his actions
      And the Bluebirds went on to lose the game 2-0 with the summer signing’s red card being the turning point.
      The Republic of Ireland international said sorry on Monday, via his Instagram account.
      Robinson admitted it was his fault and took “full responsibility”.
      He said: “I know how important this fixture is for our fans and everyone associated with the club and my actions weren’t good enough.
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      “I was gutted to leave my teammates out there playing with a man less. I will now do all I can to help the club achieve the results the fans deserve going forward.”
      Robinson’s boss, interim manager Hudson, told WalesOnline after the game that the striker’s hot head cost his team but he’s been “brilliant” since joining the side.
      He said: “It’s about having controlled aggression in moments during a game.
      “He’s been brilliant since he’s come into the football club, he’s brilliant with the players, and he’s been brilliant in the build-up towards it.
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      “It’s something to learn from and I can only focus on the players who were on from seven onwards.
      “They stuck in, fought for the club, fought for the badge, and fought for each other which is all you can ask.”
      The ref was a talking point after the game with many fans stunned that he didn’t see a clear handball by Cardiff ace Cedric Kipre.
      That came on 35 minutes into the South Wales derby.
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      The hosts crossed the ball and Kipre, 25, cleared it out of the box but he seemed to punch it away rather than head it.
      The Swans players surrounded referee Darren Bond who didn’t spot the handball. More

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      Michael Carrick confirmed as Middlesbrough boss as Man Utd legend takes first managerial job with Championship club

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Michael Carrick has been confirmed as Middlesbrough’s new boss.The 41-year-old has been appointed on a long-term deal at The Riverside as he begins his first role in management.
      Michael Carrick has been appointed the new manager of MiddlbesbroughCredit: Splash
      Carrick had been in advanced talks with the Championship club for weeks over replacing Chris Wilder.
      Negotiations stalled over the make-up of the ex-United star’s backroom team, but those issues have now been resolved.
      Boro legend and former boss Jonathan Woodgate has joined as first-team coach, with a further appointment set to be made.
      Carrick said: “I’m really excited to be here and to be part of a club with such a deep history and tradition.
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      “Middlesbrough was the first professional club I played for as a nine-year old boy, so it’s a very special feeling to be back here as a head coach.
      “Growing up in the north-east myself I’m fully aware of what football means to people. It’s a real privilege for me to be in this position and to feel all the passion and enthusiasm you’ve got for the game and for Boro.
      “I’ll give everything to help develop the team and keep moving the club forward and make you the supporters proud. I can’t wait to get started.”
      Boro chairman Steve Gibson added: “We’re delighted to welcome Michael to the club.
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      “We had identified a number of potentials for the vacancy who we spoke with, and were impressed by all, but Michael was the outstanding candidate.
      “Michael has the same values as the club, and we are very much aligned in our ambitions.
      “We see Michael as the perfect fit for us and he believes this is the right club at the right time.”
      Former England international Carrick won the Premier League five times and the Champions League during his Old Trafford playing career.
      He initially joined United’s coaching staff under Jose Mourinho.
      He was then part of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s backroom team before then getting a brief taste of management himself after the Norwegian was axed in November 2021.
      Newcastle-born Carrick had a three-game stint as caretaker.
      He led United to two wins and then a draw against Chelsea but left after Ralf Rangnick’s arrival.
      Now he is tasked with transforming struggling Boro’s fortunes after a dire start to the Championship campaign left them fourth-bottom.
      Middlesbrough have only won four of their 16 games but thumped Wigan 4-1 away from home on Wednesday.
      They followed that up with a 0-0 draw against Huddersfield on Saturday.
      Leo Percovich, a coach at the club under Aitor Karanka, Jonathan Woodgate, Neil Warnock and then Wilder, was placed in temporary charge following Wilder’s dismissal.
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      He has now been made Head of Player Pathway and Development.
      Meanwhile, Carrick will be hoping to kick-off his reign with a win when Boro travel to Preston this weekend. More