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      Jeremie Frimpong’s agent posts cryptic two-word message after Liverpool hold advanced transfer talks for Leverkusen star

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      JEREMIE FRIMPONG’S agent has teased fans with a cryptic Instagram post.The Dutch right-back, 24, has reportedly been in advanced talks over a move to Liverpool this summer.Frimpong has been heavily linked with a move to AnfieldCredit: GettyThe Reds are searching for a replacement for the departing Trent Alexander-Arnold, and have reportedly identified the Bayer Leverkusen man as the man they want.Now, Frimpong’s agent Jeffrey Lemmert has added fuel to the fire around a potential move to Anfield. The agent took to his Instagram story to post a picture of a British motorway, captioned with just two words: “We working”, captioned with an egg timer emoji. Sky Germany have reported that Liverpool are “seriously pursuing” Frimpong.Read more FootballRespected reporter Florian Plettenberg said that “advanced talks” had taken place between the Dutchman’s representatives and the Premier League champions. He also said that the right-back would be available for €35-40 million, thanks to a release clause in his Leverkusen deal. Frimpong, formerly of Celtic and Manchester City, has featured 48 times this term in all competitions, scoring five goals and laying on 12 assists. He has been a key cog in Xabi Alonso’s successful 3-4-2-1 system at the BayArena, chipping in with frequent goal contributions from right wing-back. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe was a crucial part of the unbeaten side last season that won a maiden Bundesliga title. He scored nine league goals that season, supplementing that with an impressive nine-assist return. Liverpool boss Arne Slot parties with Wayne Lineker in Ibiza just hours after Premier League clash with Arsenal_2Frimpong is no stranger to British football, having come through the youth ranks at Man City, but he never played a first-team game for the Citizens. He was previously linked with Manchester United when Erik ten Hag was in charge at Old Trafford, although it now appears that Arne Slot’s side are at the front of the queue for his signature.Frimpong came close to joining Liverpool when he was a kid but the deal was kiboshed because his family didn’t have a car.He said: “I chose Liverpool and I was going to sign.”However, transport concerns led him to pick Man City instead because it was closer.He explained: “It made more sense, 15 minutes on a bus.” More

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      Man Utd ‘hold transfer talks with Antoine Semenyo’ as Bournemouth value star at £70million

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have opened talks with Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo over a potential transfer, according to reports.United are gearing up for a big summer as they try and fix the holes in their struggling squad after a worst-ever Premier League return.Antoine Semenyo has reportedly held talks with Man UtdCredit: GettyAnd according to TalkSPORT, that could include bringing in Cherries winger Semenyo.They claim the 25-year-old has already held talks with Old Trafford execs over a move in the summer.Semenyo, who is reportedly valued at around £70million by Bournemouth, has scored nine goals and registered six assists in the Premier League this season.The Ghana international has been linked with a whole host of other clubs, meaning Utd will have stiff competition for his signature.READ MORE ON MAN UTDChelsea, Tottenham and Arsenal are among those who have been linked with a move.Semenyo only put pen to paper on a new Bournemouth deal last season, meaning he is currently tied down with the Cherries until 2029.United have also been linked with a move for Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap, who is thought to be on his way out of Portman Road following the Tractor Boys’ relegation to the Championship.While it’s widely understood that Man Utd are leading the race to sign Matheus Cunha from Wolves.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordBoth Cunha and Delap are thought to have release clauses in their contracts that mean deals would be easier to get over the line.It’s been reported that manager Ruben Amorim will be backed by the ownership in the summer as United try and patch things up.’I lived at the training ground’ – Former Man Utd transfer chief lifts lid on most expensive window in club historyThe 20-time English champions are currently 16th in the Premier League table, but have a chance to save their season next week when they face Tottenham in the Europa League final.But boss Amorim thinks that a European trophy could just paper over the cracks, highlighting how big of a job he has on his hands and asking for reinforcements in the summer transfer window.Sensationally admitting he could QUIT if things don’t improve following Sunday’s 2-0 defeat, Amorim said: “I don’t want to talk about the players. “I’m talking about myself and the culture in the club and the culture in the team. I have that feeling.“We need to change that and we need to be really strong in the summer and to be brave.”Because we cannot have a season like this next year. If the feeling is still here, we should give the space to different persons.”So it’s a big problem that we have here at the club. It’s a decisive moment in the history of the club. We need to address that.”We are losing the feeling that we are a massive club and the feeling that it’s not the biggest thing in the world losing a game at home.”We don’t have that fear anymore and that is the most dangerous thing that a big club can have.Read More on The Sun”I think it’s a concern. It’s not the players fault. It’s my fault, I’m responsible.”If we cannot change that really fast we should give our place to different persons.”Ruben Amorim has claimed he could quit Man Utd if he is unable to turn around their formCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea files: Reece James could head trio of homegrown stars set for transfer exits for ‘pure profit’

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      CHELSEA are backing Nicolas Jackson following his red card rumpus at Newcastle.The striker is now banned for the rest of the season after being sent off for serious foul play in Sunday’s 2-0 defeat.Nicolas Jackson is out for the season following his red card at NewcastleCredit: GettyThe striker swung an elbow at Sven BotmanCredit: ReutersBut the club is sticking by their man and accept that offences such as his elbow on Toon defender Sven Botman comes with the territory.Jackson was at the Chelsea training ground on Monday, less than 24 hours after receiving his first dismissal of the season.He did not feel the need to apologise and the management have not asked for one. Instead, it was business as usual.The top brass at Stamford Bridge believe Jackson is still learning the art of self-discipline after joining Chelsea from Spanish side Villareal in 2023 and that it will come in time.The player admits his stray arm into the face of centre-half Botman was rash and hopes to make up for it by scoring in the Conference League final against Real Betis later this month.There have been wild claims that his red card and subsequent three-game domestic ban could cost Chelsea £100million if the team fails to qualify for the Champions League in his absence.Maresca’s team is in the final qualifying spot in fifth place with just two games to go.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut sources have pointed out that Chelsea were already losing when Jackson got his marching orders in the 36th minute at St. James’ Park.There is no doubt that Jackson dropped a clanger but as far as the player and Chelsea are concerned, the matter is now closed.How Newcastle bamboozled Chelsea in battle for Champions League CHELSEA’S appointment of Reece James as captain seemed like a perfect marriage last summer.But with 42 per cent of marriages ending in divorce, it could be this one next.Enzo Maresca’s tactical bid to have the Blues competing for major trophies next season has seen him identify a favourite XI in his last three Premier League games, which has Moises Caicedo at right-back, with Romeo Lavia and Enzo Fernandez in midfield.That has seen natural marauding full-back James mostly feature in Lavia’s absences this season, which is not what you expect from the club captain and the team’s highest earner.However, with Caicedo seeming to be consistency personified and hardly ever missing a game, it might be Andrey Santos, currently on loan at Strasbourg, who fills in for Lavia when he’s unavailable next season.Club captain Reece James is at risk of being deemed surplus to requirementsCredit: GettyIf this is the case, James could easily fall by the wayside next year, something a player of his obvious quality will not be happy with.James will certainly have suitors, having previously been linked with some of Europe’s top sides, and it wouldn’t surprise many if Chelsea were to lap up a bit of pure profit for PSR reasons if he isn’t being utilised.Maresca has previously said that he views Chelsea’s No24 as a midfielder rather than a right-back, similarly to how he was used on loan at Wigan, so it remains to be seen whether he will adapt and thrive in this system or whether he will be a victim of the gaffer’s tactical nuance.JACKSON’S silly red card against Newcastle bizarrely saw Chelsea look a better side in the second half on Tyneside.The Senegalese frontman could even miss the first game of the 25/26 campaign if he is punished with a three-game ban for serious foul play.He has been Maresca’s first-choice striker when fit this season, but has undeniably not been his best since his return from a muscular injury in April.With more cards than goal contributions in 2025, a worrying stat for any forward, Jackson has remained Chelsea’s most threatening player in that position with Christopher Nkunku seeming tame and Marc Guiu being injured.In Jackson’s injury absence, Pedro Neto played as a striker, so we may see that against Manchester United on Friday, or it could be that Cole Palmer plays as a false-nine as we saw in the second half against Newcastle.Tyrique George could lead Chelsea’s line for the remainder of the campaignCredit: GettyIf Maresca is brave, however, it might be time for youngster Tyrique George to make the end of the season his own.The 19-year-old is the first academy graduate to play in the first team without a prior move on loan since now-Forest star Callum Hudson-Odoi in 2018, and announced himself to the Premier League with an equalising goal in the win over Fulham after replacing Jackson.Despite his age, he has shown few signs of feeling the weight of playing in the Premier League on his shoulders, and would surely revel in the chance to make more of a name for himself in such a vital stage of the season.CHELSEA’S Champions League push is starting to cause anxiety for some of their academy graduates.SunSport has already detailed the £70m hit the club’s finances will take if they miss out on a top-five spot.The Blues ownership have already taken inventive steps to avoid potential financial penalties, including selling the women’s team and hotels to themselves.There is not an endless list of assets the club can shift around to balance the books, though.That means more traditional methods – selling players – will take priority again.And there are fears among some agents that first-team stars, such as captain James and defender Levi Colwill, could be up for sale.Selling Levi Colwill and other academy graduates would generate pure profitCredit: GettyBecause academy graduates have never cost the club a penny in transfer fees, they are worth far more when it comes to filing the accounts.The Blues have always made good money from their academy products, whether under Roman Abramovich or the American ownership.Fees brought in for the likes of Conor Gallagher, Mason Mount and Ruben Loftus-Cheek have gone down as “pure profit” in accounting terms – giving the club far more spending power.So, should they miss out on the Champions League payday, offloading more academy kids may be the only way forwards.WHAT a turnaround for Trevoh Chalobah.Last August, he was part of the infamous Chelsea ‘bomb squad’ with no future at the club under boss Maresca, then farmed out on loan to Crystal Palace.The defender has since been recalled as an emergency and last Thursday took over as captain for the last 20 minutes of the Conference League semi-final against Djurgarden.The poor bloke’s head must be spinning.Trevoh Chalobah’s future is up in the air again after a whirlwind seasonCredit: PACentre-half Chalobah has also been deputising at right-back at times and deserves enormous credit for what he has done.It’s believed he wasn’t too keen to return to Chelsea in January as cover when Wesley Fofana picked up his latest injury and Benoit Badisahile followed him on to the treatment table, leaving boss Maresca painfully short at the back.And who can blame him? Chalobah felt wanted at Palace and was recalled to Stamford Bridge in the most recent transfer window knowing the score.The season ends in a week-and-a-half’s time and Chalobah will once again face an uncertain future.There’s every reason to believe that he will be sold this time instead of loaned because he is an academy graduate. And the small act of making him skipper – albeit for just 20 minutes – last week in a competitive game will only strengthen the Chelsea transfer department’s arm when it comes to negotiating the price.Chalobah, 25, has been a consistent and versatile performer in the second half of the season for Chelsea and with 17 years under his belt as a Blues player, he knows the club’s DNA.Meanwhile, Fofana continues to battle with fitness problems and Axel Disasi has been loaned to Aston Villa, leaving Maresca needing bodies now to fill his back four.If Chelsea do sell Chalobah, it will be to their gain financially but perhaps their loss in the long term.KEEN observers will have spotted young Reggie Walsh being taken under the wing of Cole Palmer at the end of his impressive debut last Thursday.The 16-year-old became Chelsea’s youngest starter since Ian Hamilton in 1967 and played 90 minutes of the run-out in the Conference League semi-final.And the moment the final whistle went, Palmer, an unused sub, had his arm around the Year 11 schoolboy and gave him a touching pep talk.Witty Cole Palmer has taken teenager Reggie Walsh under his wingCredit: EPAPalmer, who turned 23 last week, is only a kid himself and made reporters laugh when one grey-haired old hack remarked that Walsh makes even him look old.Palmer retorted: “Oh yeah? What does that make you look like to him then?”A barbed but humorous quip. More of that from Palmer please who seems to have a wicked sense of humour.FOOTBALLERS are renowned for being superstitious. So much so that you would be hard pressed to find any player willing to even go near a trophy they are competing for before it’s won.Which is why there were a few raised eyebrows at Stamford Bridge last week when a replica of the Conference League trophy was paraded on the touchline prior to kick-off against Djurgarden.Sure, Chelsea were 4-1 up and cruising but even so, it looked a bit odd for the giant silver waste paper basket trophy to be passed around between TV pundits and other dignitaries just yards from where the players were warming up.Luckily, it didn’t put Chelsea off. A 1-0 win on the night saw them through to the final on May 28 with a 5-1 aggregate. But had the tournament been a bit more prestigious and the score a bit closer, it might not have been brushed off so nonchalantly.It’s believed the cameo appearance of the cup was a sponsor-driven event.The Conference League trophy was on display at Stamford BridgeCredit: GettyChelsea ratings vs NewcastleCHELSEA suffered a double blow to their Champions League hopes as they lost the game and their striker at St James’ Park.European rivals Newcastle played the Blues off the park in the first half as Nicolas Jackson’s moment of madness saw him shown a straight red card for an elbow on Sven Botman.Newcastle opened the scoring with a Sandro Tonali goal after just two minutes, making it difficult for Chelsea to fight their way back into the game.It was made harder by Jackson’s elbow to Sven Botman’s head that meant Enzo Maresca’s side played the majority of the match with just 10 men.Bruno Guimaraes scored a stunning 90th minute screamer to make it 2-0 and hand a huge blow to Chelsea’s European hopes.It’s advantage Newcastle in the Champions League race now as they put three points between themselves and Chelsea who could now end the day outside the top five.Here’s how SunSport’s Joshua Hall rated every Chelsea star’s performance at St James’ Park… More

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      Sky Sports forced to apologise after Premier League legend’s live TV interview as fans gasp ‘they really left that in?’

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      SKY SPORTS has been forced to apologise after accidentally broadcasting a foul-mouthed segment featuring a Premier League legend. Ex-Everton and Man City star Peter Reid was being interviewed as part of a farewell to Goodison Park. Sky Sports News had to apologise after a foul-mouthed interview accidentally went out live on airPeter Reid dropped the F-bomb during a programme to celebrate Goodison ParkCredit: GettyReid got overexcited as he remembered James Tarkowski’s stunning equaliser for Everton against Liverpool in FebruaryCredit: GettyReid’s time with the club in the early 80s transformed him into a dedicated Everton supporter.And he was asked to give his thoughts on February’s dramatic 2-2 derby day draw with Liverpool. Sky were left red-faced after the Prem legend turned the air blue speaking about James Tarkowski’s dramatic 98th-minute leveller in the clash. Discussing the lengthy VAR review on the goal, Reid said: “Someone said to me, you had two celebrations. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”You had one celebration [after the goal] and four minutes later another celebration. “I said yeah, but what about the three f***ing heart attacks I had in between?”The interview went out on Sky Sports News at 11.30am with no bleep across Reid’s swearing. Moments later, a ticker along the screen read: “We apologise for any bad language broadcast.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFans were quick to pick up on the slip, with one writing on X: “Watching this Goodbye Goodison on SSN, they really left in Peter Reid swearing!!!”Another laughed: “Peter Reid dropping the F bomb on Sky Sports News and it being left in!”What James Tarkowski did at full-time spotted after avoiding red card for horror lunge in Liverpool vs Everton clashA third joked: “I think somebody forgot to edit the Goodbye Goodison programme airing now nice to see Peter Reid effing and blinding at 1120am.”While a fourth commented: “Did Peter Reid just say f*** before midday on tv?!”Reid was a Liverpool supporter growing up before switching his allegiance to the blue half of Merseyside. The 68-year-old began his playing career with Bolton, before moving to Goodison in 1982.He played seven seasons for the Toffees, scoring 13 goals across 234 games and clinching two league titles as well as the FA Cup in 1984.The Liverpool-born midfielder was also capped 13 times for England, playing in the infamous 1986 World Cup. Reid went into management after hanging up his boots in 1995.Read More on The SunHe spent seven years as Sunderland boss, twice leading them to Premier League promotion. Reid also took charge of Leeds, Coventry and Plymouth, with his last managerial role at Indian’s Mumbai City in 2014. More

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      Arsenal’s striker dilemma laid bare between Gyokeres and Sesko as club ‘have reservations over transfer’

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      ARSENAL are stuck in a striker dilemma over Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres, according to reports.The Gunners have made it their top priority to bring in a new goalscorer this summer after falling short of silverware once again.Arsenal have reservations over signing Benjamin SeskoCredit: RexThe Gunners need to move quickly to sign Viktor GyokeresCredit: AFPArsenal have RB Leipzig’s Sesko and Sporting Lisbon’s Gyokeres on their shortlist as a deal for Alexander Isak from Newcastle is unrealistic.And reports from journalist David Ornstein suggest that the club are currently at a crossroads.He claims Arsenal have done “a lot of work” on Sesko but there remains reservations “maybe on the price and the player”.Sky Germany say the 21-year-old has a £62million release clause in his contract amid interest from Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham too.READ MORE ON ARSENALSesko is said to still be an option for Arsenal but new chief Andrea Berta is a bigger fan of Gyokeres.The 26-year-old has an £85m release clause but Sporting could accept a fee closer to £60m.Though Arsenal need to act quickly to seal the deal for him as the race of his signature is intensifying.Ornstein told NBC: “Gyokeres is probably the best value for money option out there but the time is ticking and other interest is building, so let’s see if Arsenal move on that sooner, rather than later.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSManchester United boss Ruben Amorim is keen on a reunion with the striker he got the best out of at Sporting and Atletico Madrid also fancy their chances.Gyokeres is on the front cover of Portuguese newspapers today that claim he has been offered a huge £7m-a-year contract by Arsenal.Mikel Arteta launches furious rant at Arsenal players despite second-half Anfield comebackBut Mikel Arteta’s side are yet to make a formal bid for the player.A top Arsenal scout was supposedly at Sporting’s 1-1 draw with Benfica on Saturday to scout Gyokeres.And they also like the look of his team-mates Ousmane Diomande and Francisco Trincao.Centre-back Diomande, 21, has long been on the radar of several Premier League clubs.Winger Trincao, 25, has emerged as a shock target after scoring ten and assisting 18 in all competitions this season.He spent the 2021/22 campaign on loan at Wolves but managed just three goals.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates More

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      ‘That’s why he’s rich’ – Fans only just realising what Marinakis was holding while ranting at Nuno on Forest pitch

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      EAGLE-EYED fans noticed Evangelos Marinakis was carrying a tech relic during his on-field rant at Nuno Santo.The Nottingham Forest owner stormed onto the City Ground field following Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Leicester. Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis confronted manager Nuno Santo on the pitch after the 2-2 draw with LeicesterCredit: AFPEagle-eyed fans spotted the Greek was using tech hardware from the last decadeCredit: AFPMarinakis was seen remonstrating with boss Santo after a late equaliser from the Foxes.The Greek owner later headed back towards the dressing rooms, before unleashing another verbal volley.But it was what Marinakis was clutching during the exchange that had social media talking on Monday.Fans noticed the billionaire was holding what appeared to be an iPhone 8, an edition of Apple’s flagship phone launched in 2017 and discontinued in February 2020.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLOne fan wrote on X: “Marinakis having a iPhone 8 & wire headphones is my favourite part of this whole exchange.”Another laughed in response: “That’s why he’s rich.”A third joked: “Doesn’t matter how rich you are, it’s still a bit of a hassle to set up a new phone!”And a fourth added: “I thought I was the only one who noticed.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSunday’s draw secured Forest European football for the first time in over three decades.But results elsewhere mean qualification for the Champions League is now out of their hands.Nottingham Forest star Harry Toffolo reveals ‘I might go throw up’ after downing six pickle juices during Tottenham clashMarinakis’s decision to invade the pitch was slammed as “scandalous” by Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville, who urged Nuno to QUIT. The Greek owner later released a statement clarifying the reasons behind his public frustration.It read: “Today is a day for celebration, because after 30 years Nottingham Forest is now guaranteed to be competing on the European stage once again – a promise I made to our supporters when we achieved promotion.”With two more games to go in the Premier League, we must keep believing and keep dreaming, right to the final kick in the final game.”We are extremely proud and close to Nuno and the team, and we must all celebrate the historic achievements of this season.”Everybody – coaching staff, players, supporters and including myself – we were frustrated around the injury of Taiwo and the medical staff’s misjudgement on Taiwo Awoniyi’s ability to continue the game.“This is natural, this is a demonstration of the passion we feel for our club. “Let’s all be grateful, passionate and keep on dreaming.”SunSport exclusively revealed Marinakis continued his explosive rant in the tunnel at the City Ground, away from TV cameras. Read More on The SunEyewitnesses saw the Greek businessman lose his rag once more with Nuno, before also venting his frustration at Awoniyi and the Forest medical staff.Those who witnessed the incident felt it went far beyond what fans and TV cameras witnessed on the pitch. More

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      Fans convinced Man Utd keeper Altay Bayindir CELEBRATED West Ham goal as footage emerges

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      MANCHESTER UNITED goalkeeper Altay Bayindir has caused a social media storm after footage emerged of him apparently celebrating a goal that he had CONCEDED.The game in question was United’s 2-0 home defeat by West Ham United last weekend. Bayindir was caught on camera supposedly “celebrating” West Ham’s second goalUnited slumped to 16th in the league with their defeatTomas Soucek and Jarrod Bowen got the goals that saw Graham Potter’s Hammers leapfrog the Red Devils into 15th in the Premier League table. There was one particular moment in the game that keen-eyed fans spotted, when United keeper Bayindir appeared to celebrate West Ham’s second goal. Bayindir, deputising in net in place of Andre Onana, was caught by the official West Ham TikTok account, with the club posting footage of Bowen’s second goal. After Aaron Wan-Bissaka, the former United right-back, had set up Bowen to stroke home the second, Bayindir turned to the stand behind him, fists clenched, and roared, almost as if he were celebrating. Read more FootballThe West Ham account captioned the incident: “Did the goalkeeper celebrate?”In the comments section, fans were having a field day. One said: “I thought this last night watching MOTD. Such an odd reaction.”Another commented: “Either he’s frustrated, or he bet on United to lose”, while another tweeted: “Makes me think, does Ruben Amorim tells them to intentionally lose in the Premier league for the owners to buy him his players? Because why would he celebrate?”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKUnited manager Amorim had rotated his side following their Europa League semi-final win over Athletic Bilbao in midweek.However, the stand-ins did not take the opportunity they had been given to impress, with the Portuguese forced to turn to his bench early in the second half.Casemiro STAYING at Man Utd? Amorim’s Shock U-Turn Explained!He brought on Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof in the 52nd minute to replace Luke Shaw and Leny Yoro, with the latter forced off injured. Amorim said that he was unsure on the Frenchman’s condition and whether he would be available for the Europa League final against Tottenham Hotspur. He then brought on January arrival Patrick Dorgu and Alejandro Garnacho in immediate response to Bowen’s goal, but neither could provide the spark that United needed to get back into the game. The Red Devils travel to Champions League-chasing Chelsea next, before they head to Bilbao next week for the Europa League final.They end the season at home to Aston Villa, whose form has picked up as they hunt a top-five finish themselves. More

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      Man City drop Jack Grealish transfer hint as they launch stunning new kit for Club World Cup

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      MANCHESTER CITY have unveiled their kit for the 2025/26 season and dropped a hint over Jack Grealish’s future.Pep Guardiola’s side will wear the new home shirt at this summer’s Club World Cup in the US.Man City have unveiled their new kitCredit: Man CityThe shirt will be worn at the Club World CupCredit: Man CityPuma have designed the jerseyCredit: Man CityThe sash is a nod to past City away shirtsCredit: Man CityPuma have gone for a white sash across the club’s iconic sky blue jersey.The diagonal stripe is a nod to City kits from the 70s as it has been seen on old away strips.Grealish is one of the stars modelling the new look alongside the likes of Phil Foden, Erling Halaand and Mateo Kovacic.And fans reckon having him as the poster boy suggests he is staying at City beyond the summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt comes amid rumours of Grealish’s departure after a tough season in which he has scored just three goals and started only seven Premier League games.Tottenham, Aston Villa and Napoli are all interested in signing him.Grealish was not, however, seen in the promotional video to launch the new kit.The clip stars actor John Thompson hosting a talent show as stars like Foden, Haaland, Manuel Akanji, Oscar Bobb and Ederson take to the stage to perform.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFormer players Micah Richards, Joleon Lescott and Mike Summerbee also have cameo roles.The video was filmed at the Clayton Official Supporters Club just around the corner from the Etihad Stadium.Jack Grealish to Napoli?! Conte Plots Shock £100M Raid – Would City Really Let Him Go?Puma say the sash home shirt “creates a connection to the past with a futuristic design, bridging the gap between different generations of City fans”.The German sportswear brand’s chief Marco Mueller said: “We’re so excited to be featuring the iconic sash, made famous from away days of old, on the home kit for the first time.”Both in this kit and all our kits for this upcoming season, fans across the world will be reminded that with our partnership we do things differently and want to push the boundaries in terms of design, creativity and innovation”.The kit is available in the City shop for £85 and the authentic jersey costs £130.Puma say the kit ‘bridges the gap between different generations of fans’Credit: Man CityThe authentic shirt costs £130Credit: Man City More