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      The amazing omens for both Man Utd AND Tottenham ahead of Europa League final

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      TOTTENHAM and Manchester United will meet in Bilbao on Wednesday for a Europa League date with destiny.The Premier League strugglers both hold a golden opportunity to salvage their season by seizing glory in Spain.Man Utd and Tottenham are set for a date with destiny in BilbaoCredit: GettyAnge Postecoglou and Ruben Amorim are both desperate to salvage their seasonsCredit: GettyLanguishing 17th and 16th in the Prem respectively, Spurs and United have endured woeful league campaigns.But several omens suggest that it could be a glorious end to a difficult season for either side.TOTTENHAMIt’s been well documented that Spurs have not won a trophy since lifting the League Cup in 2008.Ange Postecoglou has come under fire for his side’s awful league campaign.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Juande Ramos and George Graham being Tottenham’s most recent trophy-winning managers suggests that it’s not necessarily their best or most popular bosses that can get them over the line.Spurs can also take heart from seeing teams on far longer trophy droughts than them breaking their ducks.In March, Newcastle upset the odds to beat Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final – earning their first silverware since lifting the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup in 1969.And just last week, Italian side Bologna won the Coppa Italia – beating AC Milan 1-0 in Rome to end a 51-year wait for a trophy.Most read in Europa LeagueFormer Tottenham hero Harry Kane recently won the Bundesliga at the second time of asking, scoring 26 goals along the way to earning the first trophy of his career.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTottenham won the League Cup in 2008Credit: GettyNewcastle ended their trophy drought earlier this seasonCredit: ReutersBologna won their first silverware in 51 years last weekCredit: GettyCrystal Palace earned the first major trophy in their entire history last SaturdayCredit: GettyHarry Kane recently got his hands on the BundesligaCredit: PAMan Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clashMost recently, Crystal Palace upset Manchester City in the FA Cup final to lift the first major silverware in their entire history.It’s been the season of fresh trophy winners – and Spurs will be hoping to join the party by earning their third Europa League triumph, having won its former iteration, the Uefa Cup, in 1971 and 1984.MAN UTDThe Red Devils’ mid-season managerial change is yet to bear fruit.Erik ten Hag oversaw a dismal start to the campaign and was sacked following a 2-1 defeat to West Ham in October.In came Ruben Amorim, but the 40-year-old has managed to mastermind just six victories in 26 Premier League matches at the helm.Ahead of Wednesday night, however, United fans can cling to what happened the last time that they won the Europa League.The Red Devils beat Ajax 2-0 in Stockholm eight years ago, courtesy of goals by Paul Pogba and Henrikh Mkhitaryan.On that occasion they were managed by a Portuguese in Jose Mourinho, who had replaced a sacked FA Cup-winning Dutchman in Louis van Gaal.Amorim is a Portuguese boss and replaced sacked Dutchman Ten Hag, who lifted the FA Cup last season…Speaking of Mourinho, the former Man Utd boss won his first European trophy on May 21, 2003 – at the age of 40 years, three months and 24 days.Tomorrow’s final will also take place on May 21, with Amorim just one day younger than Mourinho was.In addition to this, United’s rivals Manchester City last went trophyless in 2017.Read More on The SunBy losing to Palace on Saturday, Pep Guardiola’s side were condemned to their first season without silverware since the 2016-17 campaign.United fans will be hoping that these omens can work in their favour come Wednesday night.Man Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clashLouis van Gaal was sacked after winning the FA Cup in 2017Credit: Getty – ContributorErik ten Hag lifted the FA Cup last seasonCredit: ReutersMan City failed to win a trophy in the 2016-17 seasonCredit: AFPMan City have gone trophyless this termCredit: Getty More

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      Spurs vs Man Utd – Europa League final offer: Bet £10 Get £45 in free bets with talkSPORT BET

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      talkSPORT BET have seriously upped the ante ahead of Wednesday’s COLOSSAL Europa League final between Tottenham and Manchester United.They’re offering brand new customers the chance to claim £45 in free bets* just for signing up and staking £10!How to claim talkSPORT BET offertalkSPORT BETVisit the talkSPORT website HERE*Create an account and Opt-In to this promotion by using the promocode EUROPA45 on the sign up or offers page.Make a deposit of £10 or morePlace your first bet of £10+ on any football market at odds 2.00+.You must do this within 7 days of registrationOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £45 in free bets to use on football!On settlement you’ll receive 3 x £10 free bets, with a further 3 x £5 credited 24 hours latertalkSPORT BET: Get £45 in free bets – CLAIM HERE*Europa League final free betsHow to claim £45 in free bets from Tottenham vs Man UtdNew to talkSPORT BET? This offer is the one for you!Firstly, head over to the talkSPORT BET website using this link here*.Created your brand new account and make sure you Opt In to this promotion using using the promocode EUROPA45, using the sign up or offers page.Next, make a first deposit of £10 or more into the account.Then place your first bet of £10+ on any football market – including the Europa League final between Tottenham and Manchester United – at odds of Evens (2.00) or greater.That must be done within seven days of your account creation.What free bets do I get?Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £45 in free bets to use on football!On settlement you’ll receive 3 x £10 free bets, with a further 3 x £5 credited 24 hours later.Those are credited as so:£10 Football Bet Builder Free Bet£10 Football Correct Score Free Bet£10 Football Acca 4+ selection Free Betand the following free bets, which will be credited 24 hours later:£5 Football Bet Builder Free Bet£5 Football Correct Score Free Bet£5 Football Acca 4+ selection Free BetThe free bets expire seven days after being credited – so don’t forget to use them!talkSPORT BET: Get £45 in free bets – CLAIM HERE*Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.18+ New customers only. Opt in via promocode: EUROPA45 & bet £10+ on any football market at 2.00+ odds within 7 days. Get 3x£10 and 3x£5 Free Bets on selected markets. Free bets expire in 7 days. Min deposit £10. Click link for T&Cs | GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly More

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      ‘Sounding a little too much like goodbye’ – Arsenal fans fear Leandro Trossard exit after Wag’s emotional post

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      ARSENAL fans reckon Leandro Trossard’s wife has hinted he’s on the way out of the Emirates.The Belgium international has one year left on his contract with the north Londoners, who will finish the Premier League season in second place for the THIRD YEAR in a row.Leandro Trossard’s future with Arsenal is unclearCredit: GETTYGunners fans are convinced his wife, Laura Hilven, has hinted that an Emirates exit is on the cardsHilven posted an emotional Instagram story update with Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend, Tolami Benson after the club’s final home match of the seasonOne of Hilven’s reposts also got the Emirates faithful talkingCredit: INSTAGRAM@LAURAHLVNGunners boss Mikel Arteta is planning a “big” transfer window this summer, with attacking reinforcements being his top priority.Trossard could find himself the odd man out if Arteta snaps up target Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao.And some of the Emirates faithful believe his other half has hinted that he’ll be moving on to pastures new due to a number of “emotional” Instagram story updates.Lauren Hilven, who tied the knot with the winger in 2019, posted snaps of herself on the Emirates pitch after the club’s final home game of the season against Newcastle last weekend.READ MORE SPORTS NEWSOne of the posts was a picture of herself and Bukayo Saka’s other half, Tolami Benson.The accompanying caption read: “My twin girl forever. Love you @Tolami_Benson.”Another post was a repost of a story update from Valerie Joeri, which had emblazoned across it: “Grateful for all the beautiful moments.”You are beautiful inside and out.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHilven’s posts quickly came to the attention of Arsenal fans, who interpreted the posts as goodbye messages.One wrote on X: “These captions are wayyy too emotional man. Mikel Arteta will be sacked by Christmas if Arsenal are not in top two, warns former Gunners star”Is Leandro Trossard leaving at the end of the season?”I won’t be surprised because his contract talks stalled midseason.”Another said: “These captions are sounding a little too much like goodbye. “Please, no, Trossard. I can’t do this.”And another said: “I feel sickkkk. Trossard give me one, two, three, four, five more years my boy. Please.”One remarked: “Will miss him, man, All the best, Leandro.”Read More on The SunAnother chimed in: “We can’t let him leave without a trophy I swear.”Former Brighton ace Trossard has made 55 appearances in all competitions this season, scoring ten goals and providing nine assists. More

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      Tottenham vs Man Utd – Europa League final: Get huge 40/1 for either side to win in 90 mins with Parimatch

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      THE Europa League final is almost upon us, with Tottenham and Manchester United vying for a much-needed trophy and passage to the Champions League.Such is the magnitude of the occasion, bookmakers Parimatch have raised the stakes with a whopper of an offer and are giving new customers the chance to back either side at 40/1 to win the contest!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereTottenham vs Man Utd: Get either side to win at 40/1 HERE*How to claim..Parimatch welcome offerVisit the Parimatch website HERE*Create your accountOpt in to this promotion using the “Opt in” button before placing your qualifying betMake your first deposit of minimum £5Place a bet at the normal price on either Tottenham or Manchester United to win – match betting – 90 min.  If your bet wins, you will be paid at the normal priceYou will then have the extra amount credited in Free Bets, shortly after settlement, bringing your total returns up to the enhanced price of 40/1!Remember, this offer is a maximum £1 stakeTottenham vs Man Utd: Get either side to win at 40/1 HERE*No Parimatch account? No problem! We’ve got you covered.To register and take advantage of this wonderful offer, simply visit the Parimatch website HERE* and create an account.From there, opt in to this promotion using the “Opt in” button before placing your qualifying bet.After that, make your first deposit of minimum £5 and then place a maximum £1 bet at the normal price on either Tottenham or Manchester United to win the Europa League final in 90 minutes.If your bet wins, you will be paid at the normal price.You will then have the extra amount credited in Free Bets, shortly after settlement, bringing your total returns up to the enhanced price of 40/1!Example: £1 bet at 1/1 gives £2 real cash and £39 in Free Bets.Tottenham vs Man Utd: Get either side to win at 40/1 HERE**18+ New customers only. Opt in and bet max £1 on either Tottenham or Man United to win – match betting – 90 min. No cash out. Enhanced odds paid in Free Bets; to be used on any Sports market. Free Bets expire in 7 days. Offer valid until 20:00 UK time on 21.05.25.  Scroll down for T&Cs. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. More

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      Ange Postecoglou does not know his Tottenham history if he thinks Europa League win will save him his job

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      IF ANGE POTSECOGLOU believes winning the Europa League could allow him to keep his Spurs job – he doesn’t know his Tottenham history.It was in 1984 that Keith Burkinshaw won his third trophy as Tottenham chief, with Tony Parks’ shoot-out heroics seeing off Anderlecht to win the Uefa Cup.Ange Postecoglou does not know his history if he thinks the Europa League will save his jobCredit: GettyKeith Burkinshaw won the trophy back in 1984 but was still given the bootCredit: GettyPostecoglou’s modern-day Spurs are out to win the same trophy in Bilbao on Wednesday.But like Yorkshireman Burkinshaw, Aussie Ange seems set for the exit door no matter what happens.Although the current Spurs hierarchy have kept their counsel about Postecoglou, back 41 years ago, Burkinshaw’s imminent departure was known for weeks – much to the frustration of his squad.Burkinshaw’s relationship with chairman Irving Scholar, always strained, had broken, irretrievably.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe manager believed it was his club, to manage as he saw fit.Scholar believed otherwise.The final, decisive breach came in March on the afternoon of the quarter-final second leg tie at Austria Vienna.Burkinshaw subsequently explained: “About 4pm in the afternoon he came to my bedroom with the assistant chairman.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK“They said: ‘You’re not going to be allowed to run the club as you’ve been doing. We are going to bring in the players. We’re going to decide how much they will get as wages.’“And it went on and on. I said: ‘Don’t you think this is the wrong time to be coming in here, at 4pm when we’ve got a quarter final at quarter to eight….?’How Europa League final will be decided – four key Man Utd vs Tottenham tactical battles“That started it all off. In the end I knew he’d been looking for another manager. I knew of it. And he’d made a proposal to one of them.”That “another manager” was, in fact, Alex Ferguson, with Scholar under the impression that the then-Aberdeen boss wanted to come down to London.Burkinshaw and Scholar agreed there was only one way to resolve their differences, with his players turning his imminent departure into a cause.Graham Roberts, who skippered the side for the second leg in the absence of the suspended Steve Perryman, said: “We wanted to win it so much, not just for ourselves but also for Keith, because we all knew it was his last game at the club.“But it was a Cup Final, in front of our own fans. You don’t get the chance to do that very often in a career, if at all. It meant so much.”Burkinshaw’s departure brought one of the most withering farewell comments in the history of the game.Collared by waiting reporters as he walked away for the last time, he was ready to vent.Read More on The SunHe explained: “I was really sick about it. And the way the club was run was being changed.“Clubs were becoming Public Limited Companies. So they were being run as businesses rather than football clubs. So I said to one of the reporters, ‘This used to be a football club here.’”Man Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clash More

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      Steven Gerrard ‘closing in’ on return to management after foregoing £10MILLION upon Al-Ettifaq exit

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      LIVERPOOL icon Steven Gerrard could be poised to make a return to Rangers, according to reports.Rangers interim manager Barry Ferguson left the club following Saturday’s match against Hibernian.Steven Gerrard could make a return to RangersCredit: GettyGerrard won the Scottish Premiership title with Rangers in 2021Credit: Getty Images – GettyThe 47-year-old took over on a temporary basis following the dismissal of Philippe Clement in February.Rangers are now on the hunt for a permanent successor.And the Daily Mail has claimed that Gerrard is on a shortlist.The Liverpool legend is joined on the list by former Southampton manager Russell Martin and Davide Ancelotti.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut he is understood to be the preferred candidate.The recruitment process is being led by new sporting director Kevin Thelwell and chief executive Patrick Stewart.Gretar Steinsson of 49ers Enterprises – the consortium in talks to take over Rangers – also has a level of input.Gerrard previously spent three years at Rangers before leaving in 2021 to become Aston Villa manager.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDuring his time at the club he won the Scottish Premiership title and finished the 2020-21 league season unbeaten.However, he failed to impress while at Villa Park.Steven Gerrard spotted at major sporting event as he gives personal update after Al-Ettifaq exitGerrard was sacked by Aston Villa less than a year after joining the club.He was then appointed as the manager of Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq but left by mutual consent earlier this year with the club just above the relegation zone.The former England midfielder waived £10million in order to avoid getting a relegation on his managerial record.Al-Ettifaq’s head of football Hatim Al-Mashaal said: “Gerrard waived half of his contract with Al-Ettifaq, and the other part has been scheduled.”He waived £10million because if the club had been relegated with him, it would have caused a crisis in his coaching career.”So the agreement to leave was a mutual one between the club and the coach.” More

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      Jurgen Klopp’s agent responds to claims Liverpool legend has agreed to become Roma manager

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      JURGEN KLOPP is NOT in line for a sensational return to management with Roma.Reports in Italy this week claimed the German was on course to become the Serie A big boys’ new gaffer.Jurgen Klopp was recently liked with a shock return to managementCredit: GETTYIt was sensationally claimed the German was set to take charge of RomaCredit: GETTYBut the 57-year-old’s agent has denied the claimCredit: PALa Stampa claimed the former Liverpool boss had reached an agreement to replace Claudio Ranieri after prolonged talks.Klopp was said to have given the “okay” to Roma president Dan Friedkin – who is also the chairman of Everton – last Sunday after snubbing the advances of another club.But the former Mainz and Borussia Dortmund manager’s agent has denied claims he’s on course for an Italian job.Mark Kosicke told Winwall Sports: “Reports on Klopp becoming new AS Roma manager are not true”Klopp hung up his managerial hat at the end of the 2023/24 season when he ended his love affair with Liverpool.The 57-year-old ended up taking a role with Red Bull last October, becoming their Head of Global Soccer.The former Kop chief has been linked with a return to the dugout in recent months, including a move to Real Madrid.Roma fans gave Ranieri an emotional send-off last weekend before their home match with AC Milan. Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSClaudio Ranieri bid an emotional farewell to Roma this past weekendCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKThe former Chelsea and Leicester manager was given an incredible send-offCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKThe 73-year-old, who came out of retirement to take charge of the club and steer them away from the relegation zone, said: “I am still feeling the adrenaline! “When I watch this footage back, I will maybe feel even more touched. Ex-Liverpool boss and heavy metal fan Jurgen Klopp soundproofs £6m mansion in Germany’s ‘Beverly Hills'”It is wonderful, because feeling appreciated by your own people is always something marvellous. “We started out in a difficult situation, but the team never lost its way. “I thank the players, because it was not at all easy in that situation, when everything seemed bleak. “I am so happy for them, for the fans and for the President.”Anfield legend Klopp stepped back from management last summer due to burnout.In an emotional departure statement, he said: “I love absolutely everything about this club, I love everything about the city.”I love everything about our supporters, I love the team, I love the staff. I love everything. Jurgen Klopp left Liverpool having won the Premier League, FA Cup, two Carabao Cups and one Champions League trophy.Credit: AFP”But that I still take this decision shows you that I am convinced it is the one I have to take.“It is that I am, how can I say it, running out of energy. “I have no problem now, obviously, I knew it already for longer that I will have to announce it at one point, but I am absolutely fine now. “I know that I cannot do the job again and again and again and again.“After the years we had together and after all the time we spent together and after all the things we went through together.Read More on The Sun”The respect grew for you, the love grew for you and the least I owe you is the truth. And that is the truth.”Klopp left Anfield having won the Premier League, FA Cup, two Carabao Cups and one Champions League trophy. More

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      Gareth Bale lands new job in football ahead of Tottenham vs Man Utd Europa League final

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      GARETH BALE has landed a punditry job for Tottenham’s Europa League final against Manchester United. Spurs travel to Bilbao looking for their first piece of silverware since 2008 – with Bale having been a part of that League Cup winning side. Gareth Bale has landed a punditry job for Tottenham’ Europa League finalCredit: GettyThe Welsh Tottenham icon retired from playing in 2023 off the back of the winter World Cup. And he has enjoyed retirement by playing golf, modelling and doing the odd punditry gig for TNT Sports. That will continue tomorrow night after the broadcaster announced Bale will be part of their coverage team in Spain – where he spent nine years. The winger left Spurs for Real Madrid in 2013 in a then world-record transfer fee of £85million. READ MORE IN football He won three LaLiga titles and FIVE Champions League trophies in the Spanish capital. But his time in Madrid was marred with criticism about his attitude, despite 106 goals in 258 games. Tottenham play in their first European final since heartbreak defeat in the Champions League against Liverpool in 2019. And they were beaten by Manchester City in the 2021 League Cup final. Most read in FootballMan Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clashCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSUnited meanwhile won the Europa League under Jose Mourinho in 2017 but lost in the 2021 final to Villarreal on penalties. Both Premier League struggles come into the game in horror form with Spurs 17th and United one place above and without a win in a club-record eight matches. Managers Ange Postecoglou and Ruben Amorim are under mounting pressure with the European trophy seen as a way to soften their nightmare seasons.EXCLUSIVE: Man Utd, Spurs and ARSENAL fans take epic 32-hour ‘bucket list’ ferry trip to Bilbao for Europa League final More