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      Pep Guardiola tipped to follow Jurgen Klopp’s lead when he leaves Man City despite links with vacant England job

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      MANCHESTER CITY legend Joleon Lescott is tipping Pep Guardiola to take a break from football once he leaves the Etihad, just like Jurgen Klopp.Guardiola’s deal with City runs out in June and he has yet to decide on his future, which means the popular manager could leave at the end of the season.Pepo Guardiola’s contract with Manchester City runs out in JuneCredit: AlamyMan City legend Joleon Lescott suggested Guardiola may take a break once he leaves the clubCredit: PALescott expects Guardiola to follow Jurgen Klopp’s example and not rush to another jobCredit: PARumours have suggested the Spanish tactician could be approached by England, and the 53-year-old refused to rule that job out after previously suggesting he’d be open to international football.Lescott, 41, doesn’t know what the Catalan head coach, who has confirmed he won’t stay at City “eight more years”, will ultimately decide to do.The ex-England international, though, doesn’t believe Guardiola is looking for a brighter project than City, where last season he won a record fourth consecutive Premier League title.Instead, the former centre-back expects the Barcelona legend to make a decision based on how he feels.Read More on FootballLescott believes that another successful season would take a toll and Guardiola would deserve to take a break after eight glittering years in Manchester.That is why the TV pundit doesn’t expect the ex-Bayern Munich boss to rush into another job when he ultimately leaves City, just like Klopp who is still enjoying some down time after nine stunning years at Liverpool.The German tactician won everything with the Reds and revealed he decided to leave as he ran out of energy after repeated success at Anfield took a lot out of him.Lescott told SunSport: “I’m sure there are conversations. Who knows? Only Pep will know what he wants to do. Most read in Football”And it’s early to say because if they were to go on and win everything then I’m sure that takes a different toll on you – mentally and physically – than it will do if you’re less successful and there’s still something left to give. “But again, as the season unfolds he spoke about addressing it when the time is right and he doesn’t feel the time is right. So we have to take it as he’s happy and he’s comfortable to stay.Joleon Lescott hints Mikel Arteta’s role for Kai Havertz ‘didn’t go to plan’ before Arsenal star’s transformation”But I don’t think he’s looking for an alternative where the grass is greener. I think he will decide based on how he feels, and he’s earned the right to do that. “So like I said, whether it’s after a hugely successful season – and he feels like he’s given all he can – then he fully deserves to take a break.”I don’t think – similar to Klopp – he’s going to be eager to rush into another job.”He spoke on how demanding this has been, so I’m sure when he looks to leave they’re definitely going to be up here at a time where he’s going to distance himself from coaching.”Joleon Lescott was speaking on behalf of BetMGM. Play the new £1million Golden Goals game this season by predicting Premier League scores at https://www.betmgm.co.uk. BeGambleAware 18+ More

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      Kalvin Phillips completes Ipswich loan transfer as Premier League newbies announce two signings in less than an hour

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      IPSWICH have announced the loan signing of Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips.The newly-promoted Premier League side confirmed the England international’s arrival on Friday afternoon along with the permanent transfer of forward Sam Szmodics from Blackburn.Kalvin Phillips has left Manchester City to join Ipswich on loanCredit: MatchDay Images LimitedForward Sam Szmodics, left, has also arrived at Ipswich from BlackburnCredit: GettyPhillips, 28, joined Man City for £42million in 2022 but has featured just 31 times for Pep Guardiola’s men, operating as a periphery player in his squad.He suffered a nightmare loan stint at West Ham last season, but is now seeking a more positive chapter with Kieran McKenna’s Ipswich.Speaking about joining The Tractor Boys, he told the club website: “This is a day I’ve been waiting a number of weeks for now and I’m very happy to be here.”I’ve had some great conversations with players I know here and also with the manager, who I have obviously heard a lot about, and I’m excited to be here and be part of his team, playing how he likes to play the game.  READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”The conversations with Kieran McKenna and Mark Ashton have been really good and I followed Ipswich’s season closely last year, so I know the journey the club has been on and it’s a great story which I’m now excited to be a part of.  “I want to play as many games as possible, enjoy playing football again and help the team win as many games as possible in the Premier League.”Phillips, who will wear the No8 shirt, has 31 England caps but was left out of of Gareth Southgate’s squad for the Euros this summer after a lack of minutes at Man City and the torrid spell at West Ham.Meanwhile, Szmodics comes in from Blackburn having scored 33 times in all competitions last season in a deal thought to be worth around £9m.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSzmodics scored a sensational 27 league goals in the Championship last seasonHe won the Championship Golden Boot and was named in the division’s team of the season.The Republic of Ireland international, 28, who has signed a four-year deal, also netted three goals in Blackburn’s opening two games of the new campaign before leaving for Portman Road.Kalvin Phillips responds with furious gesture as he’s heckled by fans on way to team bus after nightmare vs Newcastle, Ipswich’s new No23 said: “I am delighted to be here as an Ipswich Town player.  “There’s always been interest since I was a kid, but it just felt right this time with the challenge of the Premier League.”After speaking to a couple of the lads, including Lewis Travis who was here last season, they just pushed me and said that I need to come and work under this manager, which is something I can’t wait to do. “It’s every boy’s dream to play in the Premier League and I’ve always said to my friends, family and agents that I’ll get to the top one day.  “There’s nothing more I want than to score at Portman Road for Ipswich Town. I am over the moon to be here and looking forward to the season ahead.”Ipswich kick off their first top-flight match in 22 years on Saturday lunchtime when they host Liverpool.A host of changes are being made to Portman Road to abide by Premier League regulations. More

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      Jack Grealish’s image rights company banks eye-watering sum from sponsorship deals

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      JACK Grealish’s image rights company has scored big — banking a £7million bonanza from sponsorship deals.Endorsements for the Manchester City winger, 28, raked in the bumper business bonus for Kelandan, the company he runs with dad Kevin.Jack Grealish’s image rights company has scored big — banking a £7million bonanza from sponsorship dealsCredit: PAAccounts filed yesterday at Companies House showed it had assets of £10.5million in November 2023 — a rise from £3.4million in 2022.Gucci, Bose, Puma and Hellmann’s mayo are among the brands with which he has links.And things could get even better in the next accounts — as Jack signed up with soft drinks brand Pepsi in February.A source said of the Pepsi deal, which will see Grealish star in Champions League adverts: “Jack is worth every penny as far as Pepsi are concerned because everything he touches turns to gold.”READ MORE ON JACK GREALISHThe company is one of three he operates.He also has a property business and a holding company, both under the Kelandan banner.The treble-winning £100million winger – a favourite of boss Pep Guardiola – will return to Premier League action on Sunday against Chelsea.Watch sweet moment Jack Grealish says ‘do you still like me-‘ to young Aston Villa fan who asks him to sign shirt More

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      Man City ‘close in on transfer signing of striker RELEASED by Premier League rivals’ in shock move

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      MANCHESTER CITY are expected to pull off a surprise move for a club-less England Under-20 striker.Etihad chief Pep Guardiola wants to recruit top young British talent and eventually replace Julian Alvarez – sold to Atletico Madrid for £81million.Divin Mubama could soon join Prem champs Man CityCredit: ReutersAnd it’s claimed the Premier League champs are “close” to landing Divin Mubama, who left West Ham after failing to agree a new deal.Mubama, 19, and  24-year-old English defender Ben Johnson both became free agents once their Hammers’ contracts expired in June.The six-foot frontman has since been linked with clubs on the continent.Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano believes French giants Lyon and Portuguese top-flight side Famalicao have held talks over signing him.READ MORE TOP STORIESBut Romano now reckons City are poised to “hijack” any overseas move.And Etihad chiefs are reportedly negotiating with the Hammers over paying “training compensation” – for developing Mubama since he was eight.Guardiola would love more home-grown prospects at the Etihad.But if Mubama does switch to the Etihad, it’s likely he’ll first be allowed to progress away from the senior squad.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSChanges to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25.He only made five Prem appearances for West Ham last season, failing to score.But it’s thought the Hammers were keen to keep hold of him – only for Mubama to decide he should build his career at another club.Jack Grealish sneaks out of Bernardo Silva’s birthday party in underground tunnel as Man City stars hit town with Wags (1)In all, he played 19 senior games for his childhood club, notching one goal and a single assist.But Mubama has played for England at all levels since U-15s.And he was prolific for West Ham below senior level.He netted 18 times in 34 matches for the club’s U-21s.And as a member of the Hammers’ team that won the 2023 FA Youth Cup, he netted a semi-final hat-trick.–Dream Team’s Fantasy Football GamePLAY DREAM TEAM AHEAD OF THE NEW SEASON!£5,000 prize for the manager who earns the most points in Gameweek 1 – master the opening weekend for a HUGE payout!Play in Mini Leagues against your mates£50,000 jackpot for overall winner plus other weekly prizesPlay for FREE via Dream Team’s app or website today! More

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      Alan Shearer predicts Premier League table in full with Chelsea to finish NINTH and Man City denied title

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      ALAN SHEARER has made a bold set of Premier League predictions as he names the table in FULL ahead of the new season starting on Friday.Manchester City are aiming for an historic fifth consecutive title with Arsenal the favourites to challenge their dominance.Alan Shearer has made his Prem predictionsCredit: GettyHe backs Arsenal to overcome their demons and lift the titleCredit: RexBut his projections are bad news for Chelsea and Todd BoehlyCredit: GettyAnd Shearer backed the Gunners to do just that – and overcome their 21-year title drought to be crowned Prem champions for the fourth time.He did press that Arsenal need to land themselves a “statement” striker before the window slams shut to give them a real chance.The Newcastle icon expects Chelsea’s misery to continue, predicting the Blues to finish NINTH after they climbed up to sixth last season.Shearer can hardly be blamed though – Chelsea did come 12th two years ago and are onto their fourth manager of the Todd Boehly era.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSStamford Bridge chiefs have forked out £185m on ten new faces this summer to rank the American’s total bill up to £1.2billion.Shearer told Betfair: “I don’t see Chelsea getting into the top four at all. They’re not ready yet.”While the Match of the Day star also predicted Newcastle to pip Manchester United and Tottenham to a fourth place finish, while Liverpool will come third under new boss Arne Slot.The Red Devils finished eighth last season – their worst ever position- and have brought in some clever signings, but Erik ten Hag is forecasted to struggle to find a way for his side to gel again.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAlan Shearer’s full Premier League tableShearer added: “It’s a big season for Ten Hag and Man United because they’re going to have to improve massively in the league.”He is projecting a tight relegation battle but thinks the three who got promoted, also including Ipswich and Leicester, will go straight back to the Championship.Fans can’t stop laughing at Roy Keane’s blunt response to bizarre Mikel Arteta Arsenal ‘pickpocket’ storyThe ex-Southampton man is predicting the Saints to be relegated and former Premier League winners Leicester to finish rock bottom.Shearer believes Aston Villa will follow in Newcastle’s footsteps and drop from fourth to seven amid the constraints of playing Champions League football this season.As for the golden boot race, Shearer, who knows a thing or two about putting the ball in the back of the net, thinks Man City’s Erling Haaland will claim his third successive award.Changes to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25. More

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      How pundits predict Premier League title race will unfold with Man City slump and Arsenal to finally end drought

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      THE Premier League RETURNS this weekend to cap off an incredible summer of sport.And predictions aplenty have already been made for what promises to be another exciting season in the English top flight.The Premier League resumes action this weekendCredit: THE TIMESDefending champions Manchester City will bid to win an incredible FIFTH straight titleCredit: PAPlayers-turned-pundits like Paul Scholes have been chiming in with their predictions for the seasonCredit: GETTYWill Pep Guardiola be able to guide Manchester City to an unprecedented FIFTH straight Premier League title?Or will Arsenal finally be able to break the Sky Blues’ stranglehold on the league and end their 21-year-long wait for domestic glory?Footie fans up and down the country have been chiming in with their predictions for the new season, which kicks off on Friday night.Pundits galore – both those on TV and those in their YouTube armchairs – are starting to weigh in with their thoughts on outcomes for the new campaign.READ MORE PREM NEWSAnd SunSport has rounded up predictions from some of the biggest names in the game for you to cast your eye over.Paul ScholesThe former Manchester United and England midfielder told beIN Sports: “I think the favourites are the same as last year. “Man City will be favourites, closely followed by Arsenal.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I do expect Arsenal to be the team to win it this year. I think they’ve progressed over the last couple of years under Mikel Arteta.Most read in Football”I just think this year is the time where they are ready to win it. Incredible timelapse video shows Premier League stadium transform for multiple different sports weeks before new season”It’s not going to be easy, there’s going to be a lot of competition because the top seven or eight teams in England are all good teams.”But I just think Arsenal will be the team to break the Manchester City cycle this season.”Jamie CarragherThe Liverpool legend told Sky Bet: “I’ll go Man City, Arsenal, Liverpool. Fourth? I think that will be… I’m gonna go [with] Tottenham.”Fifth, I’m gonna go [with] Manchester United. And sixth, I’m gonna for; I’ll go with Aston Villa.”Jamie Carragher reckons Manchester City’s reign of dominance will continueCredit: GETTYMark Lawrenson“I think that Arsenal can finally pip Manchester City to the title this season, they’ve got better season by season.”Mikel Arteta is a driven man, and nearly all of the players there are players he has brought in.“Signing Riccardo Calafiori as well, they will hardly concede.”Scoring has been a little bit of a problem for them, but I think they’ll sign a striker before the end of the transfer window.”That could be what secures them the Premier League title.”Mark Lawrenson is tipping Arsenal for Premier League gloryCredit: AlamyMichael Owen”Arsenal and Manchester City will go in virtually everybody’s top four predictions,” the former Liverpool and Manchester United man told Casino Hawks. “And I think Liverpool will probably be in there as well despite there being some questions over how well Arne Slot will fit in.”I had a thought about Newcastle but Aston Villa are solid and look to be still improving.”In terms of the order, my thought process is if City are not gonna win it, they could actually drop away a little bit.”It’s almost like if City are not gonna be really in the race after 10 games then their priority could go elsewhere – I think there could be a big surprise this season.”I’m going to go for Arsenal first, Liverpool second, Aston Villa third and Manchester City fourth.”Michael Owen reckons Arsenal will lift the Prem trophy aloft at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyAdrian ClarkeThe former Arsenal midfielder said: “Manchester City will be favourites to win their fifth consecutive title, but I do feel it could be Arsenal’s time to be champions.”The team has improved under Mikel Arteta season after season, and if that happens again the Gunners will reach 90 plus points.”With a few additions and fire in their belly, I fancy Arsenal to end their wait for the title.”He added: “I see the title race being more of a two-horse race this season as Liverpool adjust to Arne Slot’s rebuild at Anfield.”I do feel that Tottenham Hotspur have a great chance of landing top four this season, but Ange Postecoglou will want more players to come in before the end of August that suit his style.”Several high-profile pundits believes Arsenal’s title drought will come to an endCredit: REXGary NevilleFormer Red Devils right-back Gary Neville revealed his top four predictions on Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet.Neville backed Man City to make it five-in-a-row with Arsenal following closely behind in second.Controversially, the outspoken pundit stuck Manchester United in third and Tottenham in fourth – leaving Liverpool to miss out on a spot in the top four.Explaining his decision, he said: “I think that Tottenham fell away badly [last year], but they’ve got something.”I think they’ve got something and I’m going for Tottenham [above Liverpool.”Later adding that he thinks Liverpool may not even make the top six under new boss Arne Slot.Gary Neville thinks Man City will come out on top once againCredit: PAIan WrightArsenal icon Ian Wright has backed his former side to finally lift the league title after missing out to City for the past two seasons.Wrighty told The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, that he thinks the Gunners will finish first with City in second, and Manchester United and Aston Villa making up the final two spots in the top four.Backing Villa to have another great season, he said: “You can’t not have Villa in the top four.”Not with the way they’ve been moving and the signings they’ve made.”I thought Liverpool, but I’ve changed my mind. We’re making predictions before we know everything, but they’ve made a few really good signings.”Adding: “That manager [Unai Emery] knows what he’s doing. They’ve got a goalscorer, a really good midfield.”[Amadou] Onana has gone there, they have [Ian] Maatsen at left back and [Ezri Konsa] at the back. I’m telling you man, their whole spine is brilliant.”Ian Wright has backed his former club to finally lift the league title againCredit: GettyRoy KeaneRoy Keane, also speaking to the Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, explained he expects Man City to retain their title with Arsenal chasing behind in a close second once again.The Man Utd legend backed his old club to finish third and Aston Villa to sneak in behind them and grab fourth spot.Speaking on that final top four spot, Keane said: “I don’t think it’ll be Spurs. Villa have got more chance than Spurs.”Adding that Unai Emery will be able to balance Villa’s Champions League campaign with their Premier League fixture list.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe explained: “I think he’s used to European football that manager, he knows it.”The format has changed in the Champions League this year, it’ll be different – I’m telling you.”Roy Keane has faith in Manchester United to restore their spot back in the top four, but thinks Man City will still come out on top as championsCredit: Getty More

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      Premier League clubs ‘may have to sue Man City for compensation over 115 alleged breaches BEFORE case closes’

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      PREMIER LEAGUE clubs wishing to sue Manchester City may reportedly have to do soon – and without knowing the outcome of the legal case against the champions. Etihad chiefs are defending 115 separate alleged breaches of financial fair play rules, with their 10-week hearing set to begin next month. Man City face 115 financial chargesThe champions deny all allegations called against themCredit: ReutersLegal experts have told The Times that clubs have a six-year deadline to sue for breach of contract.That deadline is in November after German outlet Der Spiegel published the Football Leaks documents in 2018.This means that clubs interested in suing Man City for compensation on loss of earnings will have to launch their suit before November and without knowing the outcome of the case.Man City’s 10-week hearing starts next month and the verdict will not be known until as early as March next year.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe champs deny wrongdoing and are confident their case will be cleared at the independent inquiry. The club have been accused of financial impropriety spanning nine years from 2009 and the strongest punishment if found guilty is relegation, while a fine and huge points deduction is also possible.The Premier League charged City with a failure to provide accurate financial information and accurate details for player and manager payments. It is believed some clubs have taken legal advice over possible compensation claims, which could total hundreds of millions of pounds.Most read in FootballIf the serious charges against City are proved, clubs could claim for loss of income for missing out on league titles or European competitions over the course of several campaigns.When Everton were docked points last season for a breach of Profitability and Sustainability Rules, the same independent commission was also given the power to rule on compensation claims from rival clubs. Erling Haaland ‘never beating the robot allegations’ as Man City ace joins in on bizarre ‘raw dogging’ flight trendBut clubs have been given no assurances that the same arrangement will be set up for City’s case and may have to lodge direct claims.Man City, like Everton, will have the right to appeal any decision, which means the saga could go on for another year. A lawyer told The Times: “There is a six-year limitation period under the Limitation Act.”In which case you must bring the claim within six years of when you could have discovered the breach acting reasonably.”It could be argued therefore that the six years might begin from Der Spiegel’s first publication.”Pep Guardiola set for final Man City seasonBy Martin BlackburnAFTER eight glorious years of stability, Manchester City now head into an uncertain 12 months.The FA Cup final defeat to neighbours United was a reminder that this glittering and unforgettable era will not go on for ever.Around this time in 2025, City will be preparing for the highly-lucrative Fifa Club World Cup in the US.Yet in all likelihood they will also be getting ready to say their goodbyes to manager Pep Guardiola, who has brought so much success to the east side of Manchester.Meanwhile, there could be a verdict on 115 charges of financial irregularity which have been levelled at the club by Premier League chiefs.City continue to deny any wrongdoing and are confident they will be cleared by the independent commission.Read Martin Blackburn’s full column here. More

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      Premier League chief breaks silence on Man City case with fines, points hit and EXPULSION possible if club found guilty

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      PREM chief Richard Masters has told Manchester City the legal case against them must be resolved NOW for the good of the league.An independent disciplinary commission will begin ruling on the 115 financial charges facing Pep Guardiola’s City next month, with the verdict expected early next year.Prem chief Richard Masters wants Man City’s legal case to be resolved as soon as possibleCredit: GettyCity face 115 financial chargesCredit: GettyMasters said: “It’s been going on for a number of years and it is time now for the case to resolve itself.”City, who start their bid for a FIFTH straight Prem title at Chelsea on Sunday, have been charged with allegedly breaching the League’s financial rules, with some dating back to 2009.The champions deny all the charges.But asked if this case is a big issue for the League, Masters replied: “It does matter. It creates uncertainty and frustration.Read More on Man City“But there is no alternative to enforcing the rules, which everyone agreed.“They have looked each other in the eye and shaken each other’s hand and said, ‘We will abide by these rules’. So the Premier League has to enforce them.“Whatever difficulty or frustration that creates is part of protecting the Premier League’s competition, its core values.”If found guilty, City face a points deduction, fines and even expulsion from the Prem.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThere are also cases outstanding involving Leicester and Everton, while Chelsea are being investigated over possible rule breaches  under ex-owner Roman Abramovich.Everton were docked eight points and Nottingham Forest four last term for breaching PSR rules.SunSport’s Latest Transfer HeadlinesMasters added: “We must let the panel get on with it.” More