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      League One coach set to leave for REAL MADRID after being recommended by Carlo Ancelotti’s son

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      STOCKPORT assistant coach Andy Mangan is set to join Real Madrid, according to reports.Mangan, 38, has been chosen to join the Spanish giants after sparking up a close relationship with boss Carlo Ancelotti’s son.Stockport County assistant coach Andy Mangan is set to join Real MadridMangan (left) was recommended by Carlo Ancelotti’s sonDavide Ancelotti, who is an assistant manager behind his dad at Madrid, undertook a coaching course with Mangan.And now the League One coach will swap the gloomy north of England for sunny Spain.SunSport exclusively revealed last month that Mangan was in talks with the European champions.Now, according to The Athletic, he is waiting for his work permit, although no date has been set for his exit.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHowever, should everything go according to plan, the 38-year-old will leave Edgeley Park for the Santiago Bernabeu.Mangan’s arrival is, at Ancelotti’s request, part of Madrid’s broader effort to refresh their coaching set-up after the Los Blancos won their 15th European title this summer. The Ancelotti’s are understood to have been looking for an English coach with experience in the English Football League.It is also understood that Davide plans to take Mangan with him when he embarks on his own managerial career.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSince joining Stockport in July, Mangan has been credited with playing a key role in their rise to the top of the League One table.Mangan moved into coaching in 2018 and held roles alongside pal Joey Barton at Fleetwood and Bristol Rovers before his time with Stockport.’We had a can of beans between 20′ Charlton’s Matt Godden on struggles at old club – What the EFL?!Prior to his foray into coaching, Mangan had a lengthy career in the lower leagues – dotting around a number of clubs.The Englishman retired in 2019 after 15-years playing as a centre-forward for the likes of Accrington, Wrexham, Forest Green Rovers and Tranmere.Following his two-year spell as assistant manager with Bristol Rovers, Mangan was even given a chance to take over as caretaker boss.Barton was sacked in October 2023, giving Mangan the job on a temporary basis until the club appointed Matt Taylor. More

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      Steve Bruce dealt huge blow days after becoming Blackpool boss as ex-Man Utd ace banned for appearing to SLAP opponent

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      BLACKPOOL ace Ashley Fletcher has been hit with a three-game ban for misconduct after appearing to SLAP an opponent.Steve Bruce returned to management to take over at Bloomfield Road on Tuesday – but he will be without the services of his frontman.Steve Bruce has suffered a blow just days after taking over as Blackpool bossCredit: GettyBlackpool ace Ashley Fletcher has been given a three-game banFletcher appeared to slap Wycome Wanderers ace Daniel HarvieFletcher admitted that his behaviour constituted violent conductFletcher will miss the games against Exeter City, Sheffield Wednesday and CharltonBut Bruce, 63, will be without Fletcher, 28, in his first three matches in charge of the Tangerines.The striker, who was once on the books at Man Utd, was penalised following a clash with Wycombe Wanderers’ Daniel Harvie during Saturday’s 2-2 League One draw at Blackpool.The former England Under-20 international appeared to slap Harvie before Kyle Joseph equalised for the hosts in the 32nd minute.According to the BBC, Fletcher admitted that his behaviour constituted violent conduct.Read More on FootballBruce will now be deprived of the centre-forward’s services after the international break.Fletcher will miss the games against Exeter City, Sheffield Wednesday and Charlton Athletic.Bruce returned to management two years after his dismissal from West Brom.The Manchester United legend joined Blackpool on a two-year deal and brought along his long-term assistant Steve Agnew.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBruce said: “I’m delighted to be back in football and to take charge of this fantastic football club.”I’d like to thank Simon, Julian and David for giving me this great opportunity.Steve Bruce gives excited first interview after being named Blackpool boss”I look forward to meeting all of the staff and players in the coming days as we prepare for what we all hope will be an exciting season at Bloomfield Road.” More

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      Bolton star forced to withdraw from squad after SNEEZING injury as manager says ‘he’s a powerful boy’

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      BOLTON star Victor Adeboyejo was ruled out of a cup clash after a violent SNEEZE.The centre-forward unbelievably injured himself while letting out a sneeze ahead of Bolton’s Bristol Street Motors Trophy clash with Barrow on Tuesday.Victor Adeboyejo managed to injure himself while sneezingCredit: RexAdeboyejo, 26, was set to take part in the group game, but was forced to pull out after feeling discomfort in his ribcage and back.According to Wanderers boss Ian Evatt, that discomfort was all caused because of a “powerful” sneeze.Speaking to The Bolton News after the game, Evatt explained: “Victor has been suffering with a nasty back injury and a sneeze set it off yesterday believe it or not.”We have had it scanned and should have the results very soon, everyone remembers the challenge at Charlton, he was OK at the time.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”But then he had a pretty hefty sneeze – now Victor is a powerful boy and even his sneezes are powerful.“He felt a bit of a crack in between his ribs and we are hopeful it is just a cartilage or muscular issue but until we had a good look at the scan we won’t know.”Bolton did just fine without Adeboyejo, managing a 3-2 win over League Two side Barrow to get their campaign off to a winning start.The Trotters are going along much better in the cups that the league.Most read in FootballFootball’s strangest injuriesA look at some of the weirdest injuries in football…RAPHINAFormer Leeds United winger Raphinha managed to injure his knee while reacting angrily to being subbed off for Barcelona.The Brazilian reportedly kicked a fridge, doing enough damage to rule him out for a game.FRANK LAMPARDFrank Lampard unbelievably managed to break his hand as a manager!While Everton boss, Lampard celebrated a late winner and took a whack to his hand, subsequently breaking it.FRENKIE DE JONGBarcelona midfielder and long time Man Utd target Frenkie de Jong almost missed a number of games after being stung by A BEE!The star’s hand was left massively swollen after a painful reaction from the nasty sting. RIO FERDINANDDuring his time at Leeds United, Ferdinand managed to injure himself while playing football… on the PlayStation!The England and Man Utd icon strained his knee after resting on his leg for too long while playing Pro Evolution Soccer.DAVID JAMESFormer England No.1 David James has managed to injure himself in bizarre fashion TWICE!The retired shot stopper pulled a muscle in his back while reaching for the TV remote, while he also hurt his shoulder when he was carp fishing.READ MORE INCREDIBLY BIZARRE INJURIES HERE.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTwo wins in the Carabao Cup have teed up a trip to face Premier League giants Arsenal in the third round later this month.However, their performances in League One see them sat 18th, winning just one of their four opening games.That victory was at Leyton Orient on the opening day – when Adeboyejo scored the winner.’Egg and flour attack sparked training ground wars’ | QPR captain Steve Cook plays What the EFL?! More

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      Former Premier League club ‘set to share stadium with rugby side Wasps’ after being banished from top tier

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      FORMER Premier League outfit Charlton Athletic are set to share their stadium with rugby team Wasps, according to reports.Wasps are looking for a new home after being relegated from the Premiership in 2022 when the club went into administration.Wasps could be set to share a stadium with a former Premier League clubCredit: AlamyThe rugby club are reportedly planning on sharing The Valley with Charlton AthleticCredit: RexWasps were banished from the Premiership when they went into administration in 2022Credit: RexAccording to The Times, that new home could be Charlton Athletic’s ground, The Valley.They claim that Wasps are eyeing both a return to professional rugby and a spot inside the 27,000-seater stadium at the same time.Once a top flight club, Wasps’ £95m debt saw them banished from the Premiership and set for a drop all the way down to the TENTH TIER of the English rugby union system.However, it’s claimed by The Times that the club are hoping to have their place in the Championship reinstated for the 2025/26 season after rugby execs began laying the foundations for them to be parachuted into the second tier.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd if those plans do go ahead, Wasps look likely to share their home with League One football club Charlton.Wasps are said to be hoping to set up in Kent, with the area a supposed hotbed for community clubs and regrowing Wasps as a national side.The Valley isn’t actually located in Kent, but is situated very close by in south east London.Wasps had bid to build their own 28,000-seat stadium in Sevenoaks, but have faced strong local opposition to their proposed plans – forcing them to look at other options.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWasps had previously shared Coventry City’s Ricoh Arena before they went bust in 2022.They also played at Wycombe Wanderers’ Adams Park and QPR’s Loftus Road in the past.Iconic stadium unrecognisable amid ‘groundbreaking’ £1.3BILLION renovation as incredible pics show host of new featuresThe move to The Valley could prove difficult going forward with Charlton’s men’s side not the only team to use the stadium as things stand.The Addicks’ women’s team made the permanent move to the former Premier League ground for the 2024/25 season.Three teams playing in one stadium could throw up issues regarding fixture congestion.Charlton do not currently own the stadium, rather they rent it from the club’s controversial former owner Roland Ducharelet.Their current lease is set to expire in 2035.Wasps used to share their stadium with Coventry CityCredit: PA More

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      Meet Tottenham wonderkid Will Lankshear, 19, who has been compared with Harry Kane and released by bitter rivals Arsenal

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      JAMES MADDISON summed up just how much excitement there is at Tottenham over the club’s clutch of teenage talents right now.The England midfielder told assistant boss Matt Wells he “could not believe” how good they were earlier this summer.Will Lankshear scored for Tottenham against Bristol Rovers in the EFL Trophy in AugustCredit: RexLankshear was Premier League 2 player of the season last termCredit: RexLankshear chilling out on a night offCredit: https://www.instagram.com/will.lankshear/Striker Will Lankshear leads that group – which also includes 17-year-old wonderkid Mikey Moore.The centre-forward, 19, won the Premier League 2 player of the year last season and has impressed Ange Postecoglou so much in pre-season, there is a chance he could be in the first-team picture this term.HOW DO THEY PLAY AND WHO DO THEY REMIND YOU OF?AN exciting, young English striker released by Arsenal and picked up by Tottenham – where have we heard that one before?Comparisons between Harry Kane and current Spurs starlet Lankshear are not hard to draw, and not just because of their similar path across North London at academy level.Read more football newsLankshear, 19, has echoes of Kane in his physique, his willingness to improve and his predatory instincts inside the penalty box.He has even celebrated scoring goals in a similar manner to the England captain, with that little jump and fist pump, although their all-round playing style differs.It goes without saying that no one in N17 is expecting Lankshear to emulate Kane’s historic feats – that would be ridiculous and unfair pressure to put on any young player.TELL US ABOUT HIS RISELankshear began his footballing journey in the Arsenal academy along with older brother Alex Lankshear, 21 and now of Blackpool.Most read in FootballYet the Gunners made the questionable decision to let Will go in the summer of 2021 – perhaps because of a change in academy manager at the time, with Per Mertesacker arriving – just as they did all those years ago with a nine-year-old Kane.Inside Angel Gomes’ rise from Man Utd wonderkid to England starLankshear quickly shook off the disappointment and moved north to join Sheffield United.The Blades scouts had been tipped off that Arsenal were not going to offer a deal and invited Lankshear in on a trial, where he impressed with his attitude and work-rate.They agreed a scholarship contract in February 2021, with Lankshear valuing how the Yorkshire side had a track record of successfully moulding other physical centre-forwards such as Dominic Calvert-Lewin.Lankshear struck up a strong relationship with academy boss and former EFL striker Jack Lester, who regularly coached the forwards, including Daniel Jebbison and William Osula, now of Premier League pair Bournemouth and Newcastle respectively.Lankshear, 19, has echoes of Kane in his physique, his willingness to improve and his predatory instincts inside the penalty box.It was not long until he was training up with Paul Heckingbottom’s first team and it was in the Steel City where he honed his physical prowess, speed and agility.Lankshear hit a hat-trick on his Blades’ Under-18s debut in a 4-1 win over Coventry and ended up with more than 30 goals at that level.But when United encountered financial problems in the summer of 2022, they saw selling Lankshear as a chance to earn a quick return on a player that had cost them nothing.Tottenham got him in a deal that could rise to £2.5million if all clauses are met was the first time Spurs had spent big on a teenager from the EFL since prising Dele Alli from MK Dons in 2015.Lankshear was attracted to the world-class facilities at Spurs’ training ground and loved the idea of learning from record-scorer Kane, with whom he spent a season before the England captain’s move to Bayern Munich last August.Lankshear impressed for Tottenham in pre-seasonCredit: ReutersYet his first six months in N17 were spent on the sidelines after an operation on his knee.It meant that going into last season, all Lankshear was hoping for was an injury-free campaign – but he got so much more: ending up the Premier League 2 player of the season after his 21 goals and two assists in 22 games helped Spurs to the title.Tellingly about his character, Lankshear showed his team-mates with praise when interviewed in May about his gong.The youngster told Spurs’ website: “I’m proud of the goals I’ve scored but it’s all come from the team.“The quality we’ve got in this team has definitely helped me and definitely I wouldn’t have got my top goalscorer without my team-mates.”Lankshear could get more first-team opportunities this season given that there will be more fixtures – and scored in the EFL Trophy against Bristol Rovers last month.He damaged his hamstring in that match but is expected to be fit by the end of the international break.WHAT ARE THE EXPERTS SAYING?Paul Heckingbottom coached Lankshear at Sheffield United.The 47-year-old told SunSport: “He was hungry. He was just what we were all about.“Jack Lester quickly picked up on his movement in and around the box and thinking like a goalscorer which I think is his biggest attribute.The way that Ange plays, having a No9 occupying centre-backs and trying to play on the shoulder and being good in the box is a big, big thing… Will can do thatPaul Heckingbottom“When we were coaching him and putting on a session for the centre-backs, him and his movement could destroy a session. His instincts constantly caused problems as a coach and as a defender.“The way that Ange plays, having a No9 occupying centre-backs and trying to play on the shoulder and being good in the box is a big, big thing. Will can do that.“He makes good runs off the shoulder and he’s all about being alert and alive in the box and finishing chances.“I wouldn’t be surprised if he goes out on loan and see him scoring goals in the EFL.”Can you name the famous fathers?WHAT DOES THE NEXT 12 MONTHS HOLD?Dane Scarlett and Alejo Veliz were ahead in the pecking when the players returned in July but Lankshear’s energy and cameo displays off the bench saw him supersede those two, who have since been loaned respectively to Oxford and Espanyol.Lankshear, who netted six goals in pre-season, could have been farmed out too, with Birmingham boss Chris Davies – Postecoglou’s No2 last season – keen to borrow him..But with Richarlison’s continuous injury problems – and the recent setback to £65million new-boy Dominic Solanke – Spurs have decided to keep him close for the first half of the season at least. Like whizkid team-mate Moore, Lankshear will be hoping for cameos here and there when back fit. His best chance of minutes will come in the cups and in the Europa League.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe 19-year-old’s ability to find space in the box and finish, which he showed in pre-season goals against Hearts and Team K League, seems a good fit for Postecoglou’s attacking approach which carves out plenty of close-range opportunities for the central striker.He would likely have the support of his team-mates too, with Lankshear understood to have felt like he’s been accepted by the senior pros in the dressing room. More

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      Supercomputer predicts final League One table as Birmingham miss out on title despite £30m splurge & Wrexham heartache

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      WREXHAM’S Hollywood rise through the divisions will hit the breaks this year as they miss out on promotion from League One, according to a supercomputer.The Red Dragons have got off to a fast start after returning to the third tier for the first time in 14 years following back-to-back promotions.Wrexham are predicted to miss out on autos but finish in the play-offsCredit: PABirmingham are tipped to miss out on the title despite signing Jay Stansfield for £15mCredit: RexSteve Bruce could guide Blackpool to 15th after being appointed this weekCredit: PABut they will have to do things differently this year if they are to reach the Championship as a supercomputer predicted Phil Parkinson’s side to finish in the play-offs.A supercomputer run by OLBG has tipped Wrexham to finish fifth – nine points off an automatic promotion place.Big spenders Birmingham are expected to beat the Ryan Reynolds-owned side to second place.Chris Davies’ side have earned 10 points from their opening four games in the league this campaign.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever the Blues are tipped to miss out on the league title to Bolton despite their record £30MILLION spend this summer.Even the arrival of £15m Jay Stansfield – League One’s most expensive signing ever – will seemingly not be enough for Birmingham to be crowned champions.Bolton have got off to a slow start with just one win from four games but are tipped to pip Birmingham to the title by three points.While Huddersfield, Peterborough and Lincoln are all set to join Wrexham in the play-offs.Most read in EFLCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBolton will be League One championsAnd it is the Imps who will upset the odds and progress through the play-off, beating Peterborough 2-1 at Wembley to reach the second tier for the first time in over 60 years.There is also a big shock at the opposite end of the table with Nathan Jones’ Charlton heading for the drop.’Egg and flour attack sparked training ground wars’ | QPR captain Steve Cook plays What the EFL?!The Addicks have won three of their first four games but are predicted to win just nine more matches, resulting in relegation.Elsewhere Blackpool are expected to move out of the relegation zone and finish 15th following the appointment of Steve Bruce. More

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      EFL ‘club will have to wait FOUR YEARS’ to cash in on Ivan Toney sell on clause after England star’s £40m Saudi transfer

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      PETERBOROUGH will have to wait FOUR YEARS to receive the money owed to them following Ivan Toney’s £40million transfer from Brentford to Al-Ahli.The England international, 28, had been heavily linked with a Premier League move to Arsenal, Manchester United or Chelsea, but ended up penning a Deadline Day move with the Saudi club.Ivan Toney joined Al-Ahli from Brentford on Deadline DayCredit: Instagram @alahliclub.saToney’s former club Peterborough believe it could take four years to receive the money they are owedCredit: GettyIt is understood Peterborough, who sold Toney for £6m in 2020, are due around £4m thanks to a sell-on clause involved in his move to West London.They will then reportedly have to pay around £1m of that to another of his former clubs, Newcastle.However, Peterborough chairman Darragh MacAnthony has claimed the League One side do not expect the full payment until around 2028.He told talkSPORT: “The Ivan Toney deal is done. Did we earn the millions we thought we would a year ago or 18 months ago? No. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We’re going to have to wait like four years to get paid, it wasn’t in sterling, it was in euros believe it or not, so by the time I got the deal sheet yesterday, looking at it I actually expected it was going to be along those lines.”I was never overly excited come the deadline. I didn’t actually think he was going to go, so I’d written that off about a week ago. “The lack of interest from other clubs and the whole Saudi thing and the fella from Napoli [Victor Osimhen linked with Al-Hilal] I thought ‘you know what this is probably going to go one way’ and that would be him being sold for a pittance in January.”Something was better than nothing, but I think the gold bullions that everyone thinks we made, I think we’ve got to wait four years for the money over time.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSDarragh MacAnthony has admitted Peterborough will be waiting some time for the Toney moneyCredit: Getty”It is what it is, it’s another nice bit of business by our football club and we move on.”Peterborough signed Toney from Newcastle in 2018 for just £350,000.Angry Chelsea fan slams Todd Boehly’s transfer policy and claims no Blues supporters are happy with his running of the ‘unrecognisable’ clubHe scored 49 goals and assisted 15 in 94 games for Posh across a two-season spell.After joining Brentford, he bagged 72 goals in 141 matches for The Bees and has earned six caps for England.He played a cameo role for Gareth Southgate’s men at the Euros as they made it all the way to the final.But interim boss Lee Carsley did not include him in his first squad for the Three Lions’ upcoming Nations League games against Republic of Ireland and Finland. More

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      Former Premier League star’s son labelled ‘cheat code’ as he scores just 22 minutes into debut for new club

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      THE son of a former Premier League star has been labelled a “cheat code” after scoring just 22 minutes into his debut.Leo Castledine, the son of ex-Premier League star Stewart, sealed a loan transfer to League One outfit Shrewsbury from Chelsea last week.Leo Castledine scored just 22 minutes into his Shrewsbury debutCredit: X @shrewsburytownThe 19-year-old joined the League One side from Chelsea on loanCredit: RexThe highly-rated 19-year-old made his debut for the Blues in their Carabao Cup clash against Middlesbrough last season.However, he was sent on his first senior loan move to continue his development. And the attacking midfielder wasted no time in showing what he can do after netting Shrewsbury’s opener in their 3-0 win over Leyton Orient on Saturday.Castledine made a smart run into the right channel before he was slipped into the penalty with a deft pass from Tommi O’Reilly, who is on loan from Aston Villa.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe teen then made no mistake when he was presented with the chance in front of goal, managing to squeeze a first-time shot into Zach Hemming’s near post.Taking to Instagram after the game, Castledine shared a video of the goal and captioned his post: “3 points and a goal on my league debut, what a feeling! Looking forward to next week @shrewsburytown 💙🧡.”Reacting to his debut on social media, one fan said: “Leo Castledine and Tommi O’Reilly is a f***ing cheat code. Wow.”A second said: “Leo Castledine looks a player. Makes you wonder how Shrewsbury managed to see him and get him on loan from Chelsea and we didn’t.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third added: “Chelsea’s Leo Castledine, on league debut, picked out by Villa’s Tommi O’Reilly. Can already tell these two loanees are gonna be fun at.”Tom Bloxham came off the bench to round out the result for the Shrews as he netted a brace with goals in the 82nd and 95th minute of play.Chelsea fans can’t name their OWN PLAYERS after another wild transfer window under owner Todd BoehlyThe result was the first win of the season for Paul Hurst’s side and shot them out of the relegation zone.Meanwhile, it left Orient still looking for their first win of the campaign with four defeats on the bounce to start the season leaving them rock-bottom of League One.Can you name the famous fathers? More