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      Fans almost miss Van Dijk goal as Trent Alexander-Arnold suffers cheeky wardrobe malfunction in Liverpool clash

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      TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD suffered a cheeky wardrobe malfunction just before setting up Virgil van Dijk’s Liverpool opener this evening.Jurgen Klopp’s side travelled to struggling Sheffield United looking to continue their good run.
      Trent Alexander-Arnold cheekily exposed his backsideCredit: Amazon Prime
      The Liverpool star set up Virgil van Dijk’s opener moments laterCredit: Amazon Prime
      The Blades held firm until the 37th minute, when they were undone by a brilliant Alexander-Arnold set-piece.
      Just before swinging in a corner, the England ace adjusted his shorts, briefly exposing his backside.
      Moments later he whipped in a great ball, which was gratefully buried by Van Dijk.
      And fans online loved it.
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      One joked: “What can’t he do?”
      While a second wrote: “Trent getting an assist with his a*** out is crazy.”
      A third quipped: “And I bet Cantona never assisted anyone with his a*** hanging out. Trent has serious game.”
      Another added: “Trent with his a*** out has more assists then Reece James in 2023.”
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      Alexander-Arnold has been in red-hot form for Liverpool of late.
      The full-back bagged his side’s equaliser in their recent 1-1 draw at Manchester City.
      He followed it up with another virtuoso goal-scoring performance to help the Reds overcome Fulham 4-3 last weekend.
      Virgil van Dijk fired Liverpool into the leadCredit: Alamy
      Alexander-Arnold continued his red-hot formCredit: Reuters More

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      Man Utd ‘joined by high-flying Premier League rivals in race to sign red-hot Bundesliga striker Serhou Guirassy’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been joined by Newcastle in the race to sign Serhou Guirassy, according to reports.The Red Devils have been strongly linked with a move for the Stuttgart striker in recent days.
      Newcastle have joined the race to sign Serhou Guirassy from StuttgartCredit: AFP
      Guirassy is in fine form this season, scoring 16 goals in 11 Bundesliga appearances, with only Harry Kane scoring more.
      His goalscoring record has caught the eye of several Premier League clubs, including United.
      However, Erik ten Hag’s side now face competition from Newcastle ahead of the January transfer window.
      According to Bild, the Magpies are the latest club to enter the race to sign the 27-year-old.
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      The report adds that Newcastle could trigger his £14.6million release clause once the window re-opens.
      West Ham, Brentford, Fulham, Crystal Palace and Bournemouth are all also rumoured to be eyeing a move for Guirassy.
      He has refused to rule out staying at Stuttgart, though, despite his form and low release clause attracting interest.
      The Guinea international explained: “I can’t hide these things – everyone knows that the Premier League is one of the most competitive leagues in the world.
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      Guirassy has scored 16 goals in 11 Bundesliga appearances this seasonCredit: Rex
      “But right now I’m not closing any doors. There are some very big teams in Europe and it’s not just about the Premier League.
      “We have such a good team in Stuttgart and anything is possible in football. If we continue to be as humble as we have been, then we have a good chance.”
      Guirassy is seen as a potential solution to United’s goalscoring issues.
      Following his goal against Werder Bremen on Saturday, he has scored the same number of league goals as United, in three fewer matches. More

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      Liverpool battling two European giants for Dutch wonderkid and could sign him for just £200,000

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      LIVERPOOL have enquired about Benfica teen sensation Kyanno Lorenzo.The 18-year-old forward has also attracted interest from Borussia Dortmund and Atalanta.
      Liverpool are keeping tabs on Benfica wonderkid Kyanno LorenzoCredit: 2023 Gualter Fatia
      Lorenzo has six months left on his contract in Portugal and could be available for £200,000 if he sees out the remaining months of his deal.
      Scouts from all three clubs have been watching Lorenzo, who has impressed with his displays for Benfica in the Uefa Youth League as well as the Netherlands Under-19s.
      Lorenzo is a left-footed forward but plays mainly on the right flank.
      He came through the ranks at Feyenoord and Sparta Rotterdam before signing a three-year contract with Benfica in 2024.
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      This comes amid reports suggesting Liverpool are open to letting youngster Jarell Quansah leave on loan in January.
      Quansah made his Kop debut against Newcastle in August and has played nine matches so far with four starts coming in the Europa League and Carabao Cup.
      Preston boss Ryan Lowe has watched the centre-back and is already on good terms with the Anfield chiefs after taking Calvin Ramsay on loan in the summer.
      The 20-year-old has also been checked out by Leicester, who are in the market for a defender.
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      The Foxes are top of the Championship and the England Under-21 international could boost their squad as they aim for the title and an immediate Premier League return.
      Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has repeatedly revealed his plans of a rebuild.
      And that includes looking into the future with the addition of some promising young talent. More

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      Marcus Rashford axed from Man Utd starting XI for crucial Chelsea clash as fans hail ten Hag’s bold team selection

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      MARCUS RASHFORD has been dropped by Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag for tonight’s clash with Chelsea.The forward, 26, was heavily criticised by pundits after his side’s 1-0 defeat to Newcastle at the weekend.
      Marcus Rashford has struggled for form this seasonCredit: Getty
      Rashford has managed just two goals in 18 games in all competitions so far this season.
      For tonight’s match against the Blues, boss Ten Hag has instead picked Alejandro Garnacho, Bruno Fernandes, Antony and Rasmus Hojlund.
      Many Man Utd fans appear to be pleased that their homegrown hero has been dropped to the bench.
      One posted on social media: “Good news finally.”
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      While a second wrote: “It’s about time.”
      A third added: “great!”
      While a further social media user gushed: “Thank god.”
      Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher heavily criticised Rashford on Sunday, comparing him to another Man Utd flop.
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      The Liverpool legend said: “Watching Marcus Rashford last [Saturday] night that was an unacceptable performance for a few reasons and it is not picking on Rashford as I do not think anyone comes out of it with great credit.
      “But that lad didn’t play midweek in the Champions League, so there isn’t any little mitigating circumstance of why a player hasn’t been 100 per cent – playing away from home on a Wednesday night in Europe and then you play Saturday and then the travel.
      “But I’ve been a local player and it isn’t easy when you are a local player, especially when your team is not doing well. You have to drag the team up with you, because I’m watching Marcus Rashford now and he reminds me of Martial.
      “And that’s the worst possible thing you can probably say about him. A foreign player who comes in, hasn’t done the business, doesn’t care really – and that’s a fact with Martial.
      “Marcus Rashford is now looking like Anthony Martial. And if your confidence is down, or you’re not scoring goals, or you’re not getting assists, that is not a problem. You do not stop running for that badge, shirt, or those supporters.”
      Marcus Rashford has been dropped by Erik ten HagCredit: X / @ManUtd More

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      Tottenham blow with Ange Postecoglou’s assistant leading race to take over as Swansea manager

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      CHRIS DAVIES is a leading candidate to replace Michael Duff as Swansea manager.The 38-year-old is senior assistant coach to Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham after spending years as Brendan Rodgers’ No2.
      Chris Davies is Ange Postecoglou’s No2 at SpursCredit: Rex
      The Aussie brought Davies to Tottenham as part of his staff in the summerCredit: Alamy
      Davies was close to taking over at the Welsh club before Duff was appointed boss of the Championship outfit back in June.
      The former Wales Under-19 player was an analyst at Swansea under Rodgers when the club won promotion to the Premier League in 2011.
      Davies followed Rodgers to Liverpool and also worked with the Northern Irishman at Celtic and Leicester.
      Swansea are on the hunt for a new boss after sacking Duff on Monday with the club lying 18th in the Championship.
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      They have just five wins from 19 games – and only one victory in the last eight.
      Duff’s assistant Martin Paterson was also shown the door.
      If the Swans opt to step up their interest in Davies, they would need to seek permission from Spurs and pay compensation to secure his services.
      Ex-Birmingham boss John Eustace and former Luton and Southampton chief Nathan Jones are both out of the running for the vacant post.
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      Alan Sheehan remains Swansea’s caretaker boss and is expected to be in charge for Saturday’s Championship game at Rotherham alongside coach Kristian O’Leary and goalkeeping coach Martyn Margetson.
      Former Luton defender Sheehan moved to the Liberty in the summer after Russell Martin and his backroom staff departed for Southampton.
      Michael Duff was sacked after just 21 games in chargeCredit: Getty More

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      Six pundits who have won more than Pep Guardiola after Man City star’s rant at Sky Sports trio

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      PEP GUARDIOLA recently bristled at pundits’ suggestions that his Manchester City side are suffering from complacency.The reigning Treble-winners have stuttered of late, most recently surrendering two leads to draw 3-3 with Tottenham on Sunday.
      Pep Guardiola bristled at pundits’ commentsCredit: AP
      Gary Neville was among those to comment on City’s title credentialsCredit: PA
      Jamie Carragher believes that City are not at their top levelCredit: Alamy
      After the match, Sky Sports pundits Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards suggested that City could be experiencing a post-Treble hangover.
      But Guardiola was having none of it, later responding: “I have a feeling that if we maintain that level, we’ll win the Premier League. We will win it again.
      “He knows how difficult it is otherwise Gary Neville would’ve won four Premier Leagues in the best period of Manchester United.
      “But he didn’t do it, you know?
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      “Jamie Carragher didn’t win one once. Micah Richards didn’t win four Premier Leagues in a row.
      “Never, ever. It’s never happened. There is more chance of it not happening than happening.”
      Guardiola, 52, questioned the pundits’ qualifications to criticise his side.
      The former Barcelona star won 16 trophies during his illustrious playing career – including six LaLiga titles and the Champions League.
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      In data collected by SportsBoom.com, six pundits that work for Sky Sports, TNT Sports, Amazon Prime Video or the BBC won more as players than Guardiola.
      The first is Manchester United legend Paul Scholes, who won a stunning 26 trophies during his Old Trafford days.
      His old pal Neville won 22, including eight Prem titles and the Champions League.
      Roy Keane, Thierry Henry, Ally McCoist and Alex Scott all grabbed 20 apiece.
      The majority of Keane’s came playing with Man Utd pals Neville and Scholes, although he did add a further two trophies with Celtic north of the border.
      Henry won a sack-load with Arsenal before adding the Champions League after his move to Barcelona.
      McCoist won all of his trophies while playing for Rangers in Scotland.
      While Scott enjoyed three incredibly successful stints at Arsenal, winning the Women’s Champions League in 2007.
      Among those to have fallen just short of Guardiola’s tally are Eni Aluko, who won 13 and Owen Hargreaves, who managed 12 despite his injury woes – while Carragher and Karen Carney earned 11 each.
      Liverpool legend Carra cheekily responded to Guardiola’s comments.
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      Writing on social media, he replied: “I think I’d have probably won one if Liverpool were owned by a nation-state, and pushed the rules so far that the PL charged us 115 times!
      “I was actually praising Pep’s team after the game on Sunday, he added with a laughing face emoji.”
      Alex Scott clutches the Women’s Champions LeagueCredit: Getty
      Paul Scholes proudly holds the Premier League trophyCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Roy Keane won the Prem as captain on multiple occasionsCredit: PA
      Thierry Henry finally lifted the Champions League after leaving ArsenalCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Marcus Rashford ‘believes he is playing all right and will be at the club longer than Ten Hag’, ex-Man Utd star blasts

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      MANCHESTER UNITED cult hero Paul Parker has urged Marcus Rashford to “look in the mirror” and admit his performances have been below par this season.Rashford has struggled to replicate last term’s stunning campaign that brought him 30 goals and 11 assists in 56 appearances.
      Manchester United star Marcus Rashford was criticised by Paul ParkerCredit: PA
      Parker claims Rashford is playing like he knows he will be at the club longer than manager Erik ten HagCredit: Getty
      Rashford was taken off by Ten hag during the defeat at NewcastleCredit: EPA
      He has only two goals and four assists in 18 games this season and was sent off at Copenhagen and subbed off at Newcastle – but Parker believes the England forward cannot admit his performances are simply not up to scratch.
      In fact, the former defender feels like Rashford is playing like he knows he will be at United longer than Erik ten Hag, following reports suggesting the Dutchman has lost the dressing room.
      Parker told mybettingsites.co.uk: “It’s quite easy to go back to basics. What you do is to embrace the people around you, which are your so-called team-mates.
      “But what you have to do is to look in the mirror and believe that you are having a bad time, and I think Rashford believes he is playing all right. He believes he is doing enough.
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      “He came off the pitch against Newcastle. He should be disappointed, shake his hands with his manager, who should tell him that he supports him in a bad time.
      “But I don’t think Rashford believes that he is having a bad time. I think he really thinks that he doesn’t deserve to be subbed off.
      “A lot of players don’t realise that it’s a team game. Marcus Rashford can only find his form if he actually looks in the mirror and realises that he is having a bad time.
      “He believes that he will be at Man United longer than Erik ten Hag. The manager is the players´ commodity.
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      “The players have played under a lot of managers, but now they should really decide to stick with him.
      “The only way it can be done is that the players shut up or they get out.
      “They have to give Erik ten Hag a chance instead of moaning. They are not going to win the battle against Erik ten Hag.” More

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      £550m Everton takeover could be OFF as US ‘investigates buyers over money laundering allegations’

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      A US Department of Justice prosecutor’s investigation could kill off the planned £550m Everton takeover by 777 Partners.Nicolas Roos, as assistant attorney in the Southern District of New York, is understood to be probing money-laundering allegations against the Miami-based company.
      Everton’s buy-out could now be uncertainCredit: Getty
      While 777 Partners have robustly denied all allegations against them, the launch of a formal investigation would allow Premier League chiefs to block the deal on the spot.
      New rules, introduced unanimously by the 20 top-flight clubs in March, granted the League “the power to stop” potential club bosses who are “under investigation for conduct that would result in a ‘Disqualifying Event’ if proven”.
      Those ‘Disqualifying Events’ now include “violence, corruption, fraud and tax evasion”. It doesn’t augur well.
      Farhad Moshiri agreed in September to sell his 94% stake in Everton to 777 Partners.
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      And the 12-week timeline initially given for that sale is now up.
      But before news of the US investigation the Toffees were still confident the deal could be completed by Christmas.
      The Prem are currently putting 777 co-owners Josh Wander and Steven Pasko through the Owners and Directors’ Test.
      Everton are already reeling from having ten points deducted for a single breach of Prem financial rules.
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      That means Sean Dyche’s men will enter Thursday’s home clash with Newcastle in the relegation zone.
      But Dwight McNeil’s fine goal last Saturday clinched the Toffees’ 1-0 at Nottingham Forest, their first victory since that points penalty. More