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      Moment Tottenham flop injures his own manager with ‘red card tackle’ as he celebrates trophy months after leaving Spurs

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      FORMER Tottenham star Emerson Royal got a little carried away while celebrating AC Milan’s Supercoppa Italiana win with manager Sergio Conceicao.Milan produced an incredible comeback from 2-0 down to beat fierce rivals Inter 3-2 in Riyadh.Emerson Royal jumps on boss Sergio ConceicaoCredit: RedditRoyal kisses the Supercoppa ItalianaCredit: GettyThe Brazilian points to pal Ruben Loftus-CheekCredit: ReutersRoyal, 25, started the game before being substituted in the 87th minute.Upon the final whistle, the Brazilian couldn’t contain his excitement.The full-back rose from the bench and jumped on boss Conceicao.He then hung on the Portuguese’s back for a few seconds, before running off to join his team-mates.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLConceicao, 50, winced in pain and even began to limp back towards the bench.During the trophy ceremony, Royal went live on Instagram to share the moment with his one million followers.Conceicao, meanwhile, didn’t seem too badly hurt.While back in the dressing room, the former Porto boss recreated his iconic celebration.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPuffing on a cigar, Conceicao danced in front of his players.The triumph over Inter was only Conceicao’s second game in charge.Moment new AC Milan manager whips out cigar in repeat of iconic celebration after winning trophy in second game His predecessor Paulo Fonseca was sacked last month following a 1-1 draw with Roma.Conceicao immediately took over, masterminding a 2-1 win over Juventus in the Supercoppa Italiana semi-finals in his first game in charge.Following his trophy triumph, Conceicao will take charge of his first Serie A game at the helm this Saturday.Milan, who are eighth in the table, will host Cagliari at San Siro.Concaicao celebrates with a cigar in the dressing roomCredit: Getty More

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      Fans convinced they’ve seen Man Utd star on The Chase barely 48 hours after ‘running the midfield at Anfield’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans were stunned to see a Manuel Ugarte lookalike on an episode of The Chase this week.The Red Devils earned a point against high-flying Liverpool on Sunday.Fans noticed a Manuel Ugarte lookalike on The Chase this weekCredit: ITVUgarte featured for United against Liverpool at the weekendCredit: AlamyLisandro Martinez opened the scoring for Ruben Amorim’s side at Anfield before Cody Gakpo levelled things up.Mohamed Salah then converted a penalty to put Liverpool ahead, but Amad Diallo scored an 80th-minute equaliser to seal a draw.United fans were particularly impressed with Ugarte’s performance at the weekend.So one person couldn’t help but comment when they saw a lookalike of the midfielder on a popular TV quiz show.Read More in FootballThey shared a picture of the contestant in question before taking to X to write: “Running the midfield at Anfield on a Sunday, The Chase on a Tuesday, some bloke Ugarte.”Another joked: “Ugarte with glasses like Superman with glasses.”A third said: “It actually looks like him lmao.”While a fourth quipped: “Versatility.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSUgarte joined Man Utd in a £50million transfer from PSG in August.The midfielder has since made 22 appearances for United. ‘Tears in my eyes’ – Bruno Fernandes’ post-match interview shows Man Utd star’s true colours after Liverpool drawThe Red Devils next face Arsenal in the FA Cup third round on Sunday.Man Utd player ratings vs Liverpool By Gary Stonehouse Andre Onana – 7Saved well from Alexis Mac Allister early on and looked strong on set-pieces – could do nothing about either goal and almost stopped Mo Salah’s penalty.Another two saves right at the death helped his men earn a point.Noussair Mazraoui – 7Strong performance to help frustrate Liverpool and produced important interceptions and tackles to clear danger.Matthijs de Ligt – 7The Dutchman was another impressive member of the back three and seemed on a mission not to leave Anfield without a share of the spoils.Harry Maguire – 7Marshalled the defence well and won several big tackles and clearances.Had his day spoiled by a yellow card for what looked to a be another great challenge and then blazed over right at the death.Lisandro Martinez – 7Excellent alongside the rest of the back three and finished his strike like a seasoned striker.Diogo Dalot – 7Played on the front foot and was an attacking threat throughout but landed himself a booking for a needless and blatant foul on Mo Salah.Kobbie Mainoo – 7Great defensive and compact display as he got the better of his England rival Curtis Jones in front of Thomas Tuchel.Was only taken off after United fell behind as his manager went more offensive. Manuel Ugarte – 6Just got caught out of position and was punished for Cody Gakpo’s goal, which marred an otherwise hard-fought and disciplined display.Amad Diallo – 7Turning into a man capable of producing big moments after another crucial strike. Had messed up twice in two earlier attacks but took his goal superbly.Bruno Fernandes – 8The skipper was on top form for the Red Devils both defensively and with the ball. Led his team well and fully deserved at least a point.Rasmus Hojlund – 5Came underfire for slack marking from Fernandes early doors then blew a big chance after beating the offside trap – a chance you NEED to take at Anfield.Struggled to make much of an impact with the ball. More

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      Chelsea ‘will listen to transfer offers for SIX fringe players including £56m star linked to Man Utd’

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      CHELSEA are willing to listen to offers of up to SIX fringe players, reports say. Blues boss Enzo Maresca has been open about expecting some of his squad to push for transfers away amid a lack of game time. Renato Veiga is linked with a move away from ChelseaCredit: GettyAccording to the Daily Mail, Renato Veiga is among them with Premier League sides Wolves and Bournemouth interested. Veiga, 21, offers versatility, being able to play at left-back, centre-half and in midfield, suiting Maresca’s system. And he has offered back up to Marc Cucurella, 26, this season after Ben Chilwell, 28, was frozen out. But Veiga has been limited to 14 starts this season with only one coming in the league. READ MORE IN football Carney Chukwuemeka, 21, is another Chelsea are ready to consider offers for after failing to break into the starting 11. Chukwuemeka has only five appearances this season, all in cup competition, and has become a loan target for Strasbourg and Borussia Dortmund.Midfielder Cesare Casadei – whose six games have also come in the Carabao Cup and Europa Conference League – could also leave. Chelsea rejected a £10million bid from Torino for Casadei, 21, with other Italian clubs also said to be interested in the starlet. Most read in FootballCarney Chukwuemeka has attracted attention from clubsCredit: APCesare Casadei looks set to be sold by ChelseaCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSChristopher Nkunku, Axel Disasi and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall are others facing uncertain futures at Stamford Bridge. Nkunku is the club’s second top scorer this season in all competitions on 12 – one behind Cole Palmer. How Man United destroyed Trent in spectacular Liverpool draw amid £100m Real Madrid transfer talksBut only two have come in the league and the Frenchman, 27, has been restricted to cup games and providing back up to Nicolas Jackson, 23.Maresca has also claimed Nkunku’s best position is not as a sole striker – despite the majority of his starts coming up front.The ex-RB Leipzig star is believed to be open to a move away and Manchester United were recently linked with a £56m move for the forward. Disasi, 26, is traditionally a centre-back but has found himself covering at right-back this season due to injuries to Reece James, 25. But he has made just five league appearances and the Blues could be ready to offload the France international. That is despite a defender being a top priority for Maresca in the winter window. Former academy graduate Marc Guehi – sold to Crystal Palace for £18m in 2021 – is linked with a Chelsea return but is rated at £55m. Dewsbury-Hall, 26, followed Maresca in the summer from Leicester for £30m following a Championship winning season. READ MORE SUN STORIESBut he has struggled to push Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez or Romeo Lavia out of Maresca’s midfield. It has made him a target for rivals this month with West Ham most recently linked. Axel Disasi could be offloaded by ChelseaCredit: GettyKiernan Dewsbury-Hall has struggled to break into Chelsea’s starting 11Credit: GettyChristopher Nkunku was linked to Man UtdCredit: Rex More

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      Ex-Chelsea and Arsenal star David Luiz ‘locked in talks over transfer to European giants’ after leaving Brazilian side

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      DAVID LUIZ is in talks to return to European football during the January transfer window.Luiz, now 37, had two trophy-laden spell with Chelsea before leaving the Premier League in 2021 after two years with Arsenal.David Luiz is holding talks regarding a move to Olympiacos, as per his agentCredit: GettyLuiz stood out during two stints at Chelsea before joining ArsenalCredit: PA:Empics SportThe versatile defender returned to his native Brazil where he spent the last three season with Rio de Janeiro giants Flamengo.However the bushy-haired centre-half is now a free agent and could be set to make a shock return to Europe.Luiz’s representative Julio Taran has confirmed he is in talks with Greek side Olympiacos.And Taran revealed that talks with reigning Conference League champions are progressing well.Read More on FootballTaran told Greek journalist Johnny Georgopoulos: “Yes, there are chances David Luiz will play for Olympiacos.”We are in contact with the Greek club.”Luiz is also close friends with Olympiacos star Rodinei, with whom he played for a year at Flamengo until the full-back moved to Greece in 2022.Taran even claimed that the right-back is “pushing” for a reunion with his former team-mate in Piraeus.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe added: “Yes, this is among the reasons [Luiz’s friendship with Rodinei].”Rodinei is like family for David Luiz. Rodinei has spoken highly about David Luiz to Olympiacos management and is pushing for his arrival.”Carragher hits back at David Luiz for title jibe after ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star said ‘it’s funny’ as he never won it Luiz experienced immense success at Chelsea where he amassed 248 appearances across two stints.The defender also won the 2017 Premier League title, two FA Cup trophies, the 2012 Champions League and two Europa League honours. More

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      Reaching a final did not save Jose Mourinho from Tottenham axe – but Ange Postecoglou’s job could depend on Wembley

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      JOSE MOURINHO is living proof that reaching a cup final will not save you as Tottenham manager.But how Ange Postecoglou could do with replicating the Portuguese’s showpiece feat to dampen any doubts over his suitability to the Spurs hotseat.Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou may find job security if he makes the Carabao Cup finalCredit: RexJose Mourinho, though, was axed by Tottenham shortly after making it to a finalCredit: GettyThe Aussie has a chance to make up for what he admits is some “very poor league form” in the Carabao Cup semi-final against Liverpool, with the first leg at home on Wednesday.If he can somehow find a way past Arne Slot’s imperious Reds over the two ties, he will be the first Spurs boss to reach a cup final since Mourinho four years ago.That feat did not prevent the Special One from a shock axing just four days before the day out at Wembley, which Tottenham lost to Manchester City.Unlike with Mourinho back then, chairman Daniel Levy is understood NOT to have lost faith with Postecoglou despite him losing half of his league games this term.Read More on FootballThere is a hope that the ex-Celtic chief will turn things around once his horrific injury list eases up.Though Postecoglou is the last person who needs reminding that Levy’s trigger-happy history proves that goodwill will not last forever if results do not improve.Reminded of Levy’s ruthless sacking of Mourinho, the 59-year-old was asked if he felt seeing off Liverpool would offer him any extra job security.Postecoglou wittily replied: “So just drop out at the semi-final, you reckon? I don’t need greater security.Most read in Football“Look, all I see is I’ve got a group of players who are giving absolutely everything they can.“I see every person at this football club pushing hard every day, whether they are involved in football or not, to try and help us through this situation. I don’t need any more than that.Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou channels his inner Gladiator as he defends his gung-ho tactics“It’s my responsibility, the results are on me. It’s my responsibility to change that. And if it doesn’t change, then, of course, I’m the one who should take whatever ramifications there are to it.“But I don’t need any more security than seeing what I see every day that the club, everyone at the club is totally supportive of what we’re trying to do, trying to help me and trying to help us get through this.“That’s all any manager needs, I’m not interested in security.”In his first season, Postecoglou downplayed the significance of winning a one-off trophy as less important to his overall goal of turning Spurs into serial contenders.That remains his perspective, but he has conceded that in this difficult second campaign winning some silverware could breathe new life – and belief – into the project he is trying to build.His side are on an awful run of just two victories in their last 11 games in all competitions, while they have lost three of a winless last five in the league at home.Major absences vs LiverpoolInjuries, illness and suspension have taken their toll, with up to ten players expected to be missing on Wednesday.As a result, Postecoglou views the possibility of his absentee-hit, knackered team making the final as on a par with winning the competition itself.He added: “We’re having a tough season. Our league form is really poor, we need to improve.“But we are in a semi-final of a competition and with the group of players we’ve got at the moment, if we can achieve something where they are in their careers, I think it does set you up really well for what we’re trying to build here. I think it does.“If we get a final and happen to win a trophy, we’ll look back on this period of where we are, a small group of players having to rise above and beyond to get there, I think that will be as worthy of the achievement as actually winning it.”Liverpool won 6-3 at Spurs in the league just 17 days ago and at one point were 5-1 up.Sticking to his tacticsIt underlines the size of the task facing Postecoglou, who will not swerve from his attacking philosophy but has taken lessons from that battering.He added: “When we did our review, we did some things really well on the night but we did some things really poorly.“It was more about moments in the game that you can’t switch off against a team of that quality.READ MORE SUN STORIES“There were learnings from it. And because it was so recent, you certainly use that as a foundation for the kind of game we need tomorrow in terms of addressing it a bit differently.”Likely line-up: Kinsky; Porro, Dragusin, Gray, Spence; Bergvall, Bentancur, Kulusevski; Johnson, Solanke, Son. More

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      Michael Owen argues back as Howard Webb reveals VAR took SEVEN SECONDS to decide Brighton penalty vs Arsenal

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      VAR took just seven seconds to check Brighton’s controversial penalty against Arsenal.The Gunners dropped two points in the title race at the Amex last weekend after William Saliba was deemed to have made head contact with Joao Pedro when going for a header in the box.Howard Webb explained why Brighton were awarded a penaltyWilliam Saliba made contact on Joao Pedro using his headBoss Mikel Arteta was seething at full time, revealing he had never seen anything like that in his entire career and claimed the VAR official Darren England took just seconds to confirm Anthony Taylor’s decision.And the Spaniard was proven right, but PGMOL chief Howard Webb insists ref Taylor made the right call, despite replays showing Saliba’s head glancing the ball.In the released transcript, England can be heard saying during his check: “Clear. Clear penalty. Head on head.”And Webb explaned: “It’s unusual. Saliba doesn’t head it. Saliba has the ball flicked onto his head and then he goes into the head of Pedro. He gets there late on Pedro, who goes down.READ MORE ON ARSENAL“It’s a late contact by someone who hasn’t played the ball himself. The ball has touched him, but he’s not played it.“When you break it down in that way, it’s a foul.”If he heads the ball first at that loose ball and there’s a collision, I have no issue with that and then there’s a collision. That’s not what happened.”Discussing the incident with Webb, Michael Owen pushed back on TV show Match Officials Mic’d Up.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said: “If he touches the ball it has to make a difference. If he doesn’t touch the ball it’s definitely a penalty.”He gets a fair chunk of the ball.”Arsenal Invincible and cult hero reveals we’ve all been saying his name wrong for nearly 45 yearsArsenal skipper Martin Odegaard said: “None of us have seen many penalties given for situations like that before.“There is a small contact on the head there, but William touches the ball too, so it’s a weird one.” More

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      Man Utd will listen to serious transfer offers for EVERY player including trio made untouchable barely a year ago

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will reportedly listen to serious transfer offers for their ENTIRE squad – including a trio who were untouchable under former boss Erik ten Hag.The Red Devils have struggled to make progress since Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s minority takeover a year ago.Sir Jim Ratcliffe will listen to offers for every single player at Manchester UnitedCredit: AlamyHe is ready to raise funds and build a team for Ruben AmorimCredit: GettyUnited endured a dismal start to the current term under Ten Hag, despite the Dutchman being backed with £200million-worth of summer signings.And replacement Ruben Amorim is also struggling to get a tune out of the club’s players.Many do not fit his high-intensity 3-4-3 system.And the Guardian claims Ratcliffe is ready to back the Portuguese gaffer by making every single senior star available for sale.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile United are not actively looking to offload players, offers for each one will now be considered.It means the likes of Amad Diallo and Bruno Fernandes could be sold for the right price.While summer signings including Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt and Manuel Ugarte may be shown the door after just six months.It’s even suggested that Ten Hag’s untouchable trio Rasmus Hojlund, Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo can go should suitable bids arrive.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe latter is understood to be a major target for United’s rivals Chelsea, who are already set to sign loanee Jadon Sancho for a cut-price £20million this summer.United have been hit hard by Financial Fair Play restrictions after years of heavy spending.Man Utd fans say ‘I will never hate this man’ as Lisandro Martinez’s interview after Liverpool draw goes viral Former untouchables Rasmus Hojlund, Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo can goCredit: EPASummer signings Manuel Ugarte and Leny Yoro could also attract attentionCredit: AFPOffloading several big earns will go some way to balancing the books while allowing Amorim to bring in players better suited to his tactics.Sales of academy graduates like Mainoo, Garnacho and Marcus Rashford would also be counted as 100 per cent profit – crucial for Profit and Sustainability Rules compliance.Rashford is seen as one of the most likely exits this month, although it could only be on loan until the summer.AC Milan and Borussia Dortmund have both expressed serious interest in signing the wantaway forward.Fellow striker Joshua Zirkzee is a target for Juventus, while midfielder Casemiro continues to be monitored by teams in Saudi Arabia.Man Utd player ratings vs Liverpool By Gary Stonehouse Andre Onana – 7Saved well from Alexis Mac Allister early on and looked strong on set-pieces – could do nothing about either goal and almost stopped Mo Salah’s penalty.Another two saves right at the death helped his men earn a point.Noussair Mazraoui – 7Strong performance to help frustrate Liverpool and produced important interceptions and tackles to clear danger.Matthijs de Ligt – 7The Dutchman was another impressive member of the back three and seemed on a mission not to leave Anfield without a share of the spoils.Harry Maguire – 7Marshalled the defence well and won several big tackles and clearances.Had his day spoiled by a yellow card for what looked to a be another great challenge and then blazed over right at the death.Lisandro Martinez – 7Excellent alongside the rest of the back three and finished his strike like a seasoned striker.Diogo Dalot – 7Played on the front foot and was an attacking threat throughout but landed himself a booking for a needless and blatant foul on Mo Salah.Kobbie Mainoo – 7Great defensive and compact display as he got the better of his England rival Curtis Jones in front of Thomas Tuchel.Was only taken off after United fell behind as his manager went more offensive. Manuel Ugarte – 6Just got caught out of position and was punished for Cody Gakpo’s goal, which marred an otherwise hard-fought and disciplined display.Amad Diallo – 7Turning into a man capable of producing big moments after another crucial strike. Had messed up twice in two earlier attacks but took his goal superbly.Bruno Fernandes – 8The skipper was on top form for the Red Devils both defensively and with the ball. Led his team well and fully deserved at least a point.Rasmus Hojlund – 5Came underfire for slack marking from Fernandes early doors then blew a big chance after beating the offside trap – a chance you NEED to take at Anfield.Struggled to make much of an impact with the ball. More

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      Casemiro ‘willing to leave Man Utd this month’ with Saudi club offering £650k-a-week transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Casemiro could leave this month after being offered a whopping £650,000-a-week deal by a major Saudi club.United landed the midfielder from Real Madrid in 2022 following a staggering £70million deal but he has had mixed fortunes since his move to the Premier League.Al-Nassr are offering Manchester United star Casemiro a £650,000-a-week dealCredit: GettyCasemiro has told Man Utd he is ready to leave the clubCredit: RexAccording to Give Me Sport, the 32-year-old has been offered a way out of Manchester that would see him becoming one of the top five highest earners in Saudi Arabia.Al-Nassr are keeping tabs on the Brazil international, who could reunite with fellow Real legend Cristiano Ronaldo if he moves to Riyadh.Casemiro has been attracting interest from the Middle Eastern nation for quite some time amid his uncertain future at Man Utd under manager Ruben Amorim.Al-Nassr’s interest is so intense that Saudi Pro League sporting director Michael Emenalo is driving the move himself.Read More on Man UtdHowever, there has been no contact between the Saudi outfit and United so far.The defensive midfielder has a contract with the Manchester giants until 2026.And according to The Times, he has informed his club he is ready to leave.And Amorim’s side is willing to sell with a significant price cut as they rate the ex-Real star at about £25m.Most read in FootballCasemiro appears likelier to leave Old Trafford at the end of the season.However, Al-Nassr want to fast-track things and seal a deal during the January transfer window.Gary Neville tells Jamie Carragher to ‘f off’ after Liverpool legend performs incredible U-turn on ‘selfish’ SalahCasemiro has struggled to impress this term despite amassing a total of 22 appearances across all competitions.United have been enduring a tumultuous campaign across all fronts as they have tumbled down to 13th place in the Premier League table. More