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      Man Utd outcast Van de Beek ‘offers himself to Barcelona’ despite European rivals already negotiating loan transfer

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      DONNY VAN DE BEEK has offered himself to Barcelona in a bid to get out of Old Trafford in January, a report claims.But the La Liga giants will face competition from Juventus, who have been interested in the Manchester United outcast.
      Donny van de Beek has ‘offered himself to Barcelona’Credit: Getty
      The Man Utd outcast is ready to leave Old Trafford in the January transfer windowCredit: Getty

      With Barca star Gavi sidelined after tearing his ACL the club are open to bringing in a player to replace the 19-year-old.
      According to Spanish outlet Sport the Catalan giants are not keen on signing a six-month contract, but the coaching staff believe a midfielder would benefit the squad.
      The report claims many names are on the radar and one player who would be happy to move to Camp Nou is Van de Beek.
      Having fallen down the pecking order at United the 26-year-old is ready to reboot his career elsewhere.
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      The Dutchman recently revealed his desperation to get away and begin a new challenge once the transfer window opens in January if he continues to be left out.
      In 2020 Barca nearly grabbed the ex-Ajax star after they signed his former team-mate Frenkie de Jong.
      But due to financial restrictions, the club could not afford him and he ended up in the Premier League for £34million.
      However, this time around Van de Beek could land a spot as Sport reported “he has a very Barca profile”.
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      Meanwhile, Juventus are negotiating a six-month loan with an option to buy as they see potential in Van de Beek.
      The Serie A side are looking to strengthen their squad due to the long-term suspension of Paul Pogba in midfield and winger Nicolo Fagioli.
      In the last three years, the playmaker has hardly made an impact at United and Barca may have “doubts” about signing him.
      He has only made six Premier League starts for the Red Devils with his time in England being marred by injuries and a lack of minutes, and even a loan move to Everton failed to turn his fortunes around.
      Van De Beek, who has under two years remaining on his contract, has played just 21 minutes so far this season with his last outing coming off the bench in the 1-0 home defeat to Crystal Palace on September 30. More

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      Arsenal legend Paul Merson predicts exact date when Erik ten Hag will be sacked by Man Utd

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      ERIK TEN HAG will be sacked if Manchester United lose their next three games, according to Paul Merson.The Red Devils currently sit seventh in the Premier League table with 24 points from 14 games.
      Erik ten Hag could be sacked by Christmas, according to MersonCredit: Reuters
      Paul Merson believes Ten Hag will be sacked if Man Utd lose their next three gamesCredit: Getty
      They are also at risk of crashing out of the Champions League in the group stages.
      And amid the club’s poor run of form Ten Hag has allegedly lost half of the dressing room, with several players losing faith in him.
      As United continue to struggle both on and off the pitch, Arsenal icon Merson believes Ten Hag could be dismissed within a number of DAYS depending on results.
      In fact, Merson reckons Ten Hag could be sacked on December 12, 2023 after the Champions League clash against Bayern Munich.
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      In his column for Sportskeeda, the ex-midfielder wrote: “I’m not exaggerating when I say that Manchester United’s game against Newcastle was one of the most one-sided matches I’ve ever seen in the Premier League.
      “I thought it was embarrassing. I was shocked by the way United played and the lack of effort they put in.
      “Chelsea, on the other hand, got a great result [against Brighton]. I didn’t see them winning the game after they went down to ten men, but they held their own, and fair play to them.
      “Chelsea have the players to have a go at United, and I think this is going to be an exciting game.
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      “Chelsea are a more settled team now – you know their starting eleven, and if you take away that bad half against Newcastle, they’ve been good recently.
      “They have a few defensive problems, but they did very well against Brighton with ten men.
      “Manchester United are one of those teams that turn up in these games.
      “They’ve had two bad games on the trot, but they do have a knack for keeping their head just above the water.
      “If they lose to Chelsea, Bournemouth, and Bayern, I don’t see how Ten Hag keeps his job. I do think they’ll beat Bournemouth, however, and they could do well against a Bayern Munich side that has already qualified for the Round of 16.”
      Man Utd host Chelsea in a huge Premier League match on Wednesday.
      Merson believes the Red Devils will be able to hold Mauricio Pochettino’s side to a 3-3 draw.
      He added: “I’m going to go in swinging with my prediction for this game – I expect a high-scoring draw.” More

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      Sheff Utd owner announces Chris Wilder as manager in ‘strange’ live radio chat BEFORE sacking Paul Heckingbottom

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      SHEFFIELD UNITED’S owner confirmed Chris Wilder is the new manager on live national radio – BEFORE officially sacking Paul Heckingbottom.SunSport revealed yesterday morning that Heckingbottom’s time was up and that the man he initially replaced at Bramall Lane, Wilder, would come back to fill the void.
      Paul Heckingbottom has been replaced before formally being dismissedCredit: Getty
      Chris Wilder has returned as Sheffield United managerCredit: Getty
      But with no official announcement communicated by the club, Prince Abdullah was asked about the managerial situation at Bramall Lane when the Blades chief appeared on talkSPORT this morning.
      And the Saudi owner confirmed Wilder’s return in the first managerial change of the Premier League season.
      Prince Abdullah told Jim White and Simon Jordan: “Yes [I have made the decision].
      “Chris is practically an honour of the club, he’s part of Sheffield United history.
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      “One thing I always like to do, not just in football but all of my businesses, is to keep a good relationship with my ex-employees no matter how it ended, I think you should get over it.
      “At the end of the day we’re all passionate about what we do and we believe Chris is the right man for the job.
      “Chris has done great things for the club and in my opinion he’s the best guy on planet earth to take over the club right now in these circumstances.
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      “Chris is very optimistic he can save the season, he doesn’t think it’s easy, but he thinks it’s still possible. 
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      “When you look at the table it’s a very special year, a very weird year when it comes to the standings, so it’s still early, the season is still long and we have every chance to achieve our goals.”
      The radio announcement came before the club’s official confirmation – firstly that Heckingbottom and coaches Stuart McCall and Mark Hudson were out at 12.30pm and then 32 minutes later that Wilder was in on an 18-month contract.
      Former Blades defender Wilder was manager from 2016 to 2021, leading the club from League One into the Premier League.

      However, upon his dismissal in March 2021, Heckingbottom took over until the end of the season as United were relegated.
      Slavisa Jokanovic had a short stint in charge but Heckingbottom returned on a permanent deal in November 2021 and earned promotion last season.
      A tough start to the campaign, though, has seen the Yorkshire side pick up just one win and two draws from 14 games to sit rock bottom of the Premier League table – with Liverpool visiting Bramall Lane tomorrow night.
      The 11 defeats include 5-0 thrashings against Arsenal and relegation rivals Burnley – as well as that 8-0 mauling at home to Newcastle.
      There were chants of “Hecky out” at Turf Moor on Saturday in the match that proved the final straw.
      After the last few games it was a necessary decisionPrince Abdullah
      Now Prince Abdullah insists he had to make the change to give Sheffield United the best chance of staying in the top flight – with Wilder available after leaving Watford at the end of the 2022-23 season.
      The owner – who made £225million from his toilet paper company in the Middle East – added: “I have mixed emotions about letting Paul go.
      “I really have a lot of respect for Paul and everything he did for the club, he’s a very classy guy.
      “I’ve been at the club for five years and we changed one manager and that was Slav [Slavisa Jokanovic], so we believe in sticking with the manager and supporting him.
      “But I felt like after the last few games it was a necessary decision and the replacement has done great things for the club and knows the club, so I feel good about the decision in one way but I really have a tremendous respect for Paul.”
      At the time of his talkSPORT appearance, Sheffield United had tweeted just once since full-time at Burnley – and that was to confirm the Blades’ trip to Gillingham in the FA Cup third round.
      And that prompted a wave of reaction on social media.
      One said: “Respectful words for PH. Strange one, though. Yet to be announced officially!”
      Another wrote: “Why nothing from @SheffieldUnited?”
      And a third added: “Are we not bothering with any announcement lads?”
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      When the eventual statement did come, the Blades said: “Sheffield United can confirm that football manager Paul Heckingbottom has been relieved of his duties.
      “Additionally, coaches Stuart McCall and Mark Hudson, have also left the club.
      “Chris Wilder is the new manager of Sheffield United.
      “Former Blades favourite Wilder returns on a contract until the summer of 2025. Alan Knill, Matt Prestridge and former Republic of Ireland international Keith Andrews will assist Wilder and all will be in the technical area for Wednesday’s home fixture against Liverpool.”
      Wilder said: “Quite simply it was an opportunity which I just couldn’t turn down. Just like in 2016, when this club comes calling, it is not something you pass up.
      “This is Sheffield United, it is my team and I am thrilled to be back. We find ourselves in a difficult position, I understand that, but I think I can make a difference.
      “When I received the call asking if I would consider coming back to try and help, I didn’t have to think about it. People know what this club means to me, and the task now is to try and provide a boost to improve our current situation.
      “My relationship with Prince Abdullah and the board was repaired a long time ago. After some time passed following my initial departure, we spoke, met in person and there was an amicable ending.
      “Now, coming back as manager, to know there is a united front again is crucial as we look to work together to improve the club’s position in the Premier League.”
      CEO Stephen Bettis added: “Firstly, on behalf of the board of directors, I’d like to thank Paul for all of his efforts at Sheffield United, firstly as U23s manager before stepping up to take control of first-team duties.
      “His professionalism and dedication have been a credit to the club and I’m sure all Unitedites enjoyed the promotion-winning campaign.
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      “However, after slipping to the bottom of the table and a number of disappointing results and performances, it is felt that a change is needed to give the club a boost and every possible chance of remaining in the Premier League beyond this season.
      “Chris Wilder is the best possible option to give the Blades a change in fortune at this time and everyone at the club is delighted to welcome him back.
      Blades owner Prince Abdullah revealed the news on talkSPORTCredit: Getty
      Wilder led the Blades to promotions in 2017 and 2019Credit: PA More

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      Jamie Carragher hints at new Sky Sports contract alongside ‘clown’ Gary Neville with hilarious Dumb and Dumber mock-up

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER has hinted at a new Sky Sports contract by sharing a hilarious Dumb and Dumber poster mock-up.It comes after the Premier League agreed a new four-year deal with broadcasters worth £6.7billion.
      Jamie Carragher hinted at a new deal while sharing a hilarious mock-up of the Dumb&Dumber posterCredit: X/Carra23
      Carragher and Gary Neville have worked for Sky Sports for several yearsCredit: Alamy
      Sky Sports have bagged four of the five packages available with TNT Sports retaining one, which means they will continue to show the Saturday lunchtime game.
      But Carragher and Neville are set to feature on TV screens around the country even more with Sky Sports expanding their coverage to 215 games.
      The broadcaster will show every game on Sunday with a multi-screen option available for the 2pm kick-offs.
      And Carragher has indicated he has been given a new contract along with Neville that could see the pundits tied down to Sky Sports until at least 2029.
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      The former Liverpool player shared a photoshopped poster of the 1994 film Dumb & Dumber which starred Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels.
      But the faces of the Hollywood actors were replaced by Carragher and Neville’s.

      Carragher shared the picture alongside the caption: “Another four years with this 🤡”
      Sky Sports is set show a staggering 70 per cent more matches than they currently do.
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      Their live offering will include 140 weekend games, in addition to Friday and Monday night offerings.
      And the broadcaster will show every match on the final day of the season. More

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      Matic launches astonishing attack on Man Utd and claims two players were ‘always late’ as he reveals huge list of fines

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      PAUL POGBA and Jadon Sancho infuriated Manchester United team-mates by arriving late to training, Nemanja Matic has claimed.The Serbian midfielder, 35, spent five years at Old Trafford, leaving for Roma in 2022 after 189 appearances.
      Nemanja Matic launched a scathing attack on Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      He criticised Paul Pogba and Jadon Sancho for their lack of punctualityCredit: Getty
      Now he has launched a frank and stinging attack on the Red Devils.
      And he focused his attention on two big-money signings who failed to deliver.
      Pogba, 30, arrived for a then-world record £89million in 2016 but was released in 2022 and rejoined Juventus for free.
      Meanwhile, Sancho, 23, has struggled on and off the pitch since his £73m arrival from Borussia Dortmund in 2021.
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      And the English winger is currently frozen out of the first-team set-up as he refuses to back down and apologise following his public spat with boss Erik ten Hag.
      But Rennes ace Matic insists the standards at United are far lower than at his previous club and rivals Chelsea – and led to a huge kitty of fines building up.
      The two-time Premier League winner at Stamford Bridge told YU Planet: “At Chelsea, players acted professionally.
      “They were punctual and were never late for training but at United it happened almost every day.
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      “Among the players who would always be late were Paul Pogba and Jadon Sancho and a couple of other players.
      “The rest of us who were always on time were angry so we decided to form a kind of an internal disciplinary committee with me serving as its president.
      “I put a sheet of paper up on the wall where I documented the names of individuals arriving late.
      “During one particular season, we collected around £75,000 in fines.
      “We had planned to use the money to throw a party in London but we didn’t due to the Covid outbreak.”
      Sancho fell out with Ten Hag in September when he was axed from the squad to face Arsenal – with the manager blaming his performances in training.

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      However, the ex-City academy star rejected this claim in a stunning social media post in which he said he had been made a “scapegoat”.
      Ten Hag, it is understood, would be open to Sancho returning to the first team – but only if Sancho apologises.
      In the meantime, the wide man is “training like a beast” with the kids and cannot even eat with the senior stars.
      And as long as there is no change in the situation, United will likely try and secure a transfer away for Sancho in January.
      However, it is not just Sancho who is at loggerheads with Ten Hag.
      Reports suggest the Dutchman has lost as much as 50 per cent of the dressing room with morale around the club running low.
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      United fell to their tenth defeat of the season at Newcastle on Saturday and were outplayed throughout – continuing their horror run against top-half teams.
      Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial both came in for criticism at St James’ Park for their attitude while assistant boss Steve McClaren had to tell some players to go over and clap the fans in the freezing cold at 10pm.
      Matic won two Premier League titles with Chelsea before heading to UnitedCredit: PA:Press Association
      Pogba returned to Juventus after his Red Devils release in 2022Credit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag has frozen Sancho out after their public spatCredit: Getty More

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      Inside James Maddison’s incredible shirt collection but four kits on display threaten to make Tottenham fans furious

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      JAMES MADDISON boasts an incredible shirt collection – but four kits could make Tottenham fans furious.The Spurs midfielder, who is out with an ankle injury, welcomed West Brom legend Ben Foster into his lavish home.
      Fans may be disappointed with four of the shirts in James Maddison’s shirt collection
      One shirt is Spurs’ London rival and ex-blues star Eden Hazard
      Ex-West Ham star Jack Wilshere’s shirt can be spotted
      Former Arsenal man Mesut Ozil and Chelsea’s Cesc Fabregas also appeared
      Maddison is currently out of action with an ankle injuryCredit: Getty
      Maddison, 27, had an excellent start to life in North London following his £40million move during the summer from Leicester City.
      However, the England international was forced off with an ankle injury in a brutal clash against Chelsea in November.
      During his time off he’s spent some time with former shot-stopper Foster at his house for Amazon Prime Video Sport.
      As the pair headed to his games room for an intense match of pool fans had a sneak peek at the English star’s shirt collection.
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      Tottenham icons Gareth Bale, Harry Kane and even Kyle Walker featured in the mix.
      And England team-mates Marcus Rashford. Jack Grealish and Harry Maguire all made the cut.
      But Spurs fans may have been unhappy when they saw four shirts from their London rivals in Maddison’s home.
      Ex-West Ham star Jack Wilshere is featured in the collection alongside Chelsea icons Eden Hazard and Cesc Fabregas, while former Gunner Mesut Ozil is also on show.
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      And earlier this year the playmaker revealed his favourite shirt in the collection is Hazard’s.
      It was the match against the Belgian’s former side that had sidelined the midfielder with an ankle injury.
      The ex-Leicester City attacker suffered the blow during Spurs’ 4-1 home defeat to Chelsea.
      He hobbled off the pitch and is now expected to be out until the new year.
      Tottenham have confirmed that he will be out until at least JanuaryCredit: Reuters More

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      Major broadcasting change to Premier League coverage with incredible new feature that fans will love

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      PREMIER LEAGUE coverage is set to expand from 2025 following the agreement of a new broadcasting deal.A £6.7billion agreement has been reached between the Premier League and broadcasters to show games between 2025-2029.
      Sky Sports are set to televise every match on SundaysCredit: Reuters
      Fans will be able to watch more games than ever before
      It means Sky Sports alone will show 215 games a season – with big changes to the Sunday schedule.
      Sky Sports currently show two matches on most Super Sundays – one 2pm kick-off and another at 4:30pm.
      That has led to some disgruntled viewers with fans sometimes critical of the selection – just last Sunday some felt West Ham vs Crystal Palace was the wrong TV pick.
      But such frustrations will soon be a distant memory as Sky Sports will show every match on Sunday with a multi-screen option available for the 2pm kick-offs.
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      That means every match shown outside the Saturday 3pm blackout will be televised.
      Sky Sports will also broadcast every match on the final day of the season for the first time starting in the 2025/26 campaign.
      A total of 267 Prem games will be shown live with TNT Sports sharing the rights. Amazon Prime have missed out on one of the five packages available.
      That means it could be cheaper for fans to watch the top flight at home – another win for the viewer.
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      The BBC will remain the home of Premier League highlights, with Match of the Day set to remain on free-to-air telly until at least 2029.
      Confirming the latest UK TV packages, Premier League chief executive Richard Masters said: “We are delighted to announce new deals with Sky Sports and TNT Sports that will extend our partnership for a further four years and see more Premier League matches than ever before shown live from 2025/26 onwards.
      “As longstanding and valued partners, Sky Sports and TNT Sports are renowned for consistently delivering world-class coverage and programming.
      “We have enjoyed record audiences and attendances in recent seasons, and we know that their continued innovation will drive more people to watch and follow the Premier League.
      “We are also extremely pleased to extend our partnership with BBC Sport, which will continue to bring weekly highlights of all Premier League matches to the widest possible audience in the UK.
      “Match of the Day has been an institution for generations of football fans in this country and remains incredibly popular with fans of all ages.
      “The outcome of this process underlines the strength of the Premier League and is testament to our clubs, players and managers who continue to deliver the world’s most competitive football in full stadiums, and to supporters, who create an unrivalled atmosphere every week.” More

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      Bruno Fernandes one of 27 Premier League stars on brink of ban with three key players at risk during Man Utd vs Chelsea

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      BRUNO FERNANDES is one of 27 Premier League stars facing a ban if they pick up a yellow card in the next five games.Players who are booked five times in the first 19 matches of the season receive a one-match suspension.
      Bruno Fernandes will receive a one-match ban if he is booked against ChelseaCredit: EPA
      Manchester City duo Rodri and Jack Grealish hit that milestone against Tottenham on Sunday so will miss a key clash with high-flying Aston Villa on Wednesday.
      Fernandes, 29, could face the same fate if he is cautioned against Chelsea.
      The Blues also have two players at risk, Raheem Sterling and Enzo Fernandez, both of whom are key to Mauricio Pochettino’s plans.
      In total there are 27 Prem stars just one booking away from a ban, including England players Kieran Trippier and Lewis Dunk, who recently served a one-match suspension after being sent off for two yellows against Nottingham Forest.
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      Arsenal midfielder Kai Havertz is at risk of being sidelined just as he has started to hit form so should be extra vigilant about not being booked.
      And with a busy festive period coming up the managers of Everton, Aston Villa, Luton and Sheffield United will be warning their players about their conduct.

      Those teams all have three players just one yellow card away from a ban, while Newcastle, Nottingham Forest and Wolves have two players close to a suspension.
      Villa have three first-team regulars on the brink in Matty Cash, Lucas Digne and Douglas Luiz, who has been tipped to leave in January amid interest from Arsenal and Liverpool.
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      United captain Fernandes has been one of their most important players this season with five goals and five assists in all competitions.
      The Red Devils have some tricky games coming up this month against Liverpool, West Ham and Villa so Erik ten Hag will need his best players available to him. More