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      Chelsea fans ‘love Todd Boehly’ after new sponsors reveals American’s incredible plan for Blues

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      TODD BOEHLY’S reputation among Chelsea fans is soaring, after the club’s new sponsors reveal his plans.The American owner has forked out over £1billion in transfer fees since taking charge just over a year ago.
      Fans love what Chelsea’s new sponser had to say about Todd BoehlyCredit: Reuters
      The 49-year-old splashed over £300m for the third straight window in the summer.
      And Boehly is also looking to make a number of improvements off the pitch as his plans to redevelop the club’s Stamford Bridge home continue.
      New sponsors Infinite Athlete have commended Boehly’s vision and previous success in taken over professional clubs.
      Infinite Athlete boss Charlie Ebersol said: “Take when Todd bought the Los Angeles Dodgers in professional baseball in 2012.
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      “The Dodgers had atrophied to the point of not being able to do anything.
      “Now they’re perennial playoff contenders. They’re constantly in the conversation for the World Series.
      “He’s not looking at three, six, nine-month increments at Chelsea, he’s looking at decades of ownership.
      “I’ve always appreciated that about him.”
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      And the comments seem to be a huge hit with the Chelsea fanbase.
      One supporter wrote: “Todd knows what he is doing and we just need to have faith in him.”
      A second added: “If you study their plan, it is purely a long term ownership to transform the club.”
      While a third said: “I trust the process.”
      Chelsea’s deal with the sports tech company is believed to be worth around £40million.
      The company is an AI statistics provider and it works with broadcasters and streaming services with live information on player statistics.
      Boehly also wants to add two giant lion sculptures, as displayed on Chelsea’s badge, outside of the ground that will cost around £2m. More

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      Eric Dier ‘thrown career lifeline by former Tottenham manager’ and could make transfer exit in January

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      ERIC DIER has been handed a career lifeline to end his Tottenham misery, according to reports.That’s as former Spurs boss Jose Mourinho is reportedly keen on bringing him to Roma.
      Eric Dier could escape Tottenham with a move to RomaCredit: Getty
      Jose Mourinho is reportedly interested his former defenderCredit: Getty
      The 29-year-old has been frozen out under new boss Ange Postecoglou and is yet to make an appearance this season.
      The 49-cap England defender is closing in on a decade at Spurs and is into the final year of his contract.
      As such, a reunion with old manager Jose Mourinho is on the cards with the Roma weighing up a shock January move.
      Tuttosport reports that Dier is Mourinho’s top choice as the Serie A outfit seek to strengthen their back line.
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      The defender was a firm favourite under Mourinho during the Special One’s time in North London.
      In fact, he had been a regular under every Spurs manager he ever played for until recently.
      It would be best for all involved, as Postecoglou would be able to sign a new centre-back more in line with his project.
      Dier will want some regular football under him as he still harbours an ambition to make Gareth Southgate’s squad for Euro 2024.
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      Dier joined Spurs from Sporting CP in 2014 and has made 361 appearances for the north London club since then, scoring 13 goals.
      Roma are understood to be restricted by Financial Fair Play, but a fresh centre-back is a top priority after a sluggish start to the season.
      The Serie A side currently sit 10th, with fans critical of Mourinho’s negative style of football. More

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      Chelsea star forced to return home early from international duty as Blues fans fume ‘I hate international break’

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      CHELSEA ace Cole Palmer has returned early from international duty after picking up a dead leg.Palmer was called up by England Under-21 manager Lee Carsley and started him against Serbia’s reserves on Thursday at City Ground where his players won 9-1.
      Chelsea star Cole Palmer has suffered a dead leg while on international dutyCredit: Rex
      Palmer was allowed to return early by England Under-21 boss Lee CarsleyCredit: Reuters
      According to SunSport’s own Jordan Davies, however, the playmaker will play no part on Monday’s trip to Slovakia to face Ukraine’s Under-21 side.
      The 21-year-old didn’t travel with the Young Lions after hurting his right quad.
      Carsley has therefore decided not to risk Palmer, who got injured against Serbia.
      Davies tweeted: “Lee Carsley reveals Cole Palmer will not travel with the #ENG U21s to Slovakia to face Ukraine tomorrow night.
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      “Has returned to Chelsea after picking up a dead leg in his right quad during the 9-1 victory over Serbia on Thursday. Decided not to risk him.”
      Palmer’s return to Chelsea was met with mixed reaction by the club’s faithful on social media.
      There were those who cursed the international break for causing injuries and those praising Carsley for letting the ex-Manchester City ace heal.
      One fan tweeted: “Good choice. With [Reece] James and [Benoit] Badiashile coming back we can’t start piling up injuries all over again ffs. I hate the international break.”
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      Another wrote: “Good news.”
      A third posted: “Good decision.”
      This fan said: “He’s [sic] better be fine.”
      And that one noted: “What a manager Lee is we appreciate him.” More

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      Thierry Henry reveals he was only supporting Arsenal ‘because I had to’ as he takes aim at late Arsene Wenger years

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      THIERRY HENRY has admitted he only watched Arsenal fixtures because “he had to”.Henry, 46, claimed that it was difficult to watch Arsenal during the latter stages of Arsene Wenger’s tenure and under Unai Emery.
      Thierry Henry admitted that watching Arsenal was difficult as the side struggled for yearsCredit: Getty
      The French World Cup winner praised the current squad’s make-up and recalled the struggles of following the side as they toiled for several seasons. 
      The Gunners frequently evaded Champions League qualification under the dreadful final years of Wenger and the start of Emery.
      And it was only two years ago that Arsenal slumped to their worst ever start to a season.
      Henry told The Rest is Football podcast: “Five years ago I couldn’t relate to the team.
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      “I just couldn’t. I was going to the games because I had to not because I wanted to.
      “It was just because I was an Arsenal fan not as I wanted to see them play. But now I can see what they’re about.”
      The France U21 boss spoke ahead of Arsenal’s dramatic 1-0 win against Man City which ended a miserable run against the Premier League champions.
      Mikel Arteta’s side matched the defensive prowess of their visitors and got a stroke of luck in Gabriel Martinelli’s deflected winner. 
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      Henry claimed Arsene Wenger’s final years were tough to watchCredit: Reuters
      Henry praised Arteta’s work in taking the side from their lowest days to genuine title challengers. 
      He added: “I have mad respect for what Mikel has done. The way he has put the team back.”
      Under long-time mentor and coach Arsène Wenger, Henry became a prolific striker and Arsenal’s all-time leading scorer with 228 goals in all competitions.
      The Premier League icon spent eight seasons in North London, lifting two league titles and three FA Cups, before leaving for Barcelona in 2007. More

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      Gary Neville reveals six ‘non-negotiables’ over Man Utd takeover with Sir Jim Ratcliffe set to seal deal THIS WEEK

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      GARY NEVILLE has outlined his six “non-negotiables” after it emerged that the Glazers have snubbed Sheikh Jassim’s Manchester United takeover offer.The Qatari bid to buy the entire club has collapsed with the Glazer family instead set to sell a 25 per cent minority stake to Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
      Gary Neville has responded to goings on at Old TraffordCredit: Getty
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe is set to buy 25 per cent of the Red DevilsCredit: PA
      INEOS chief Ratcliffe’s bid is set to be given the green light when United bosses meet next week.
      Neville, 48, had been a proponent for the Glazers making a full United exit.
      In the wake of news that they are set to stick around, – which has left fans calling in one of the ‘”club’s darkest days” – the former full-back posted a lengthy tweet in response.
      Outlining his six “non-negotiables”, he wrote: “The news last night of the Qatari withdrawal leaves Manchester United on the brink of a minority investment.
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      “Can this really work and what impact will it have on a struggling organisation?
      “It’s worth setting out my non-negotiables on a takeover of Manchester United that I made over a year ago.
      “1. A new sporting project.
      “2. A new or redeveloped Old Trafford.
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      Sheikh Jassim has withdrawn his bid
      Fans were desperate for a full sale
      “3. A New training ground.
      “4. Full redevelopment of the surrounding land to create a Manchester United World and amazing fan experience.
      “5. Pay off the debt and stop taking dividends until the above is done.”
      He then added his sixth in response to events in recent years, continuing: “6. The club requires leadership that is statesmanlike on major issues that enables a fairer, more inclusive and diverse game.
      “Leadership that builds a positive environment and culture whilst adhering to the club’s values and principles and one that is willing to make tough decisions to prevent an erosion in the club’s public image.
      “How does a minority stakeholder positively impact the club to achieve the above? Can a minority shareholder have any impact on the above. It leaves more questions than answers.
      “My preference is and always will be now for a Glazer family full exit. They have overstayed their welcome in Manchester yet seem oblivious to this fact.”
      Neville then outlined his 16 questions that he feels fans would like answered by the Glazers.
      They included whether any family members will leave the board, who ultimately will possess sporting control, and whether further debt will be placed upon the club.
      The pundit also mused whether Old Trafford will finally be modernised following Ratcliffe’s investment.
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      Ratcliffe, 70, is set to undergo a 100-day review of Man United when his bid is given the green light.
      He is said to be set on implementing a new structure at the club, with a new transfer chief possibly being appointed.
      Gary Neville’s 16 questions
      1. What does the distribution of funds look like? Is all the cash being taken out of the club?
      2. Which Glazers are going or is it a family dilution?
      3. How does it impact the NYSE shareholders?
      4. Does the executive stay the same?
      5. Does the sporting side stay the same above the manager?
      6. Who within the board has sporting control?
      7. Are there future dilution clauses with the Glazer family in any deal you do as a minority shareholder? When are they?
      8. We’re maxed out on the credit card and debt. How is this deal going to change the capital structure and financial issues the club has?
      9. Is any further debt being placed on the club?
      10. Is any debt being paid off?
      11. How does this deal impact the board composition?
      12. How does a minority shareholder impact the negative culture within the entire organisation?
      13. Old Trafford is tired and is in need of significant redevelopment. How does this deal resolve this issue?
      14. Will this deal allow the development of the training ground to its required standard?
      15. Old Trafford requires significant investment on its surrounding land. Does this deal impact this requirement positively or does it leave it as a concrete wasteland?
      16. How does a minority shareholder stop cultural decline across a whole organisation if the people who have overseen this decline still have a majority shareholding? More

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      Forgotten Premier League star and World Cup finalist lands new job as manager in ninth tier of English football

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      FORMER Tottenham star Pascal Chimbonda has been appointed manager of ninth-tier Skelmersdale United.It is the Frenchman’s first foray into management after retiring from playing in 2019.
      Pascal Chimbonda has been inspired to start managing by Pep GuardiolaCredit: Reuters
      Chimbonda, 44, says he has been inspired by the likes of Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho, stating his desire to play attractive football.
      The former defender revealed he is honoured to take charge of Skelmersdale, but he faces a difficult job with the club bottom of the North West Counties Premier Divison.
      Previous Blueboys boss Matt Potter left Skelmersdale after picking up just one win in their opening 16 games, leaving the club ten points off safety.
      Upon taking charge, Chimbonda said: “It is a great honour to become manager of a club with a history as rich as that of Skelmersdale United Football Club.
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      “This is a very proud day for me and also a wonderful opportunity, and I am very eager to get onto the training ground to start working with the players.
      “I will be focusing on greater fitness which will match the intensity I expect of all the players.
      “I’ve been inspired by Guardiola, Mourinho, Simeone and Zidane, and as such just like those great managers, my philosophy will be to play attractive football.
      “I know how precious this club is to the supporters, and therefore we’re ready to work hard to give them what they want.”
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      Chimbonda made 149 Premier League appearances for Spurs, Wigan, Sunderland, Blackburn – but he also has non-league experience.
      The former France international has even played in the North West Counties League, making four appearances for Ashton Town in Division One North in the twilight of his career. More

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      Jadon Sancho ‘thrown Champions League lifeline’ if Man Utd willing to accept cut-price deal

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      JADON SANCHO has been handed a career lifeline to end his Manchester United hell, according to reports.Champions League giants Barcelona are considering a summer move for the winger – if the Red Devils accept a cut-price deal.
      Untied outcast Sancho has attracted the interest of BarcelonaCredit: Kenny Ramsay
      Barca would sign Sancho if Man Utd cover part of his salaryCredit: Getty
      Sancho, 23, is facing an uncertain future at Old Trafford after falling out with Erik ten Hag.
      The pair clashed after United’s boss claimed Sancho’s training performances were not up to standard when he dropped him for the defeat to Arsenal.
      The England international subsequently refuted his manager’s claim, effectively accusing him of lying, and said he’d been made a “scapegoat”.
      The 23-year-old has since been banished from first-team training, after refusing to apologise.

      But Sancho could now be thrown a lifeline by Barca.
      According to SPORT, the La Liga champions appreciate Sancho’s quality, but financial constraints mean United will face a significant loss.
      Despite not being at his best, Sancho’s 86 goals and 81 assistances for Dortmund show his quality in European football.
      United are trying to find a solution so as not to lose the money invested in his £73m signing.
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      The Red Devils know they will end up taking a financial hit, but he is so far out of the picture that it now looks the only option.
      A loan deal might be the only viable route for Sancho to revalue himself to potential suitors.
      Sancho would have to reduce his astonishing £350,000-per-week salary significantly to be able to play at the Camp Nou.
      Juventus are also said to only be interested in a six-month loan move in the January window.
      They hope United will agree to paying half of Sancho’s wages if he goes, knowing the Reds are keen to put him in the shop window. More

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      Arsenal lead Man Utd and Barcelona in £17m transfer race for Belgian wonderkid Arthur Vermeeren dubbed ‘next Iniesta’

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      ARSENAL lead the bidding war for Royal Antwerp wonderkid Arthur Vermeeren, dubbed the “next Andres Iniesta”.Vermeeren, 18, has stood out for Antwerp this season and has attracted plenty of interest from around Europe.
      Arsenal are leading the race for Royal Antwerp wonderkid Arthur VermeerenCredit: Rex
      Barcelona and Manchester United also fancy Vermeeren, dubbed the ‘next Andres Iniesta’Credit: EPA
      The Gunners are among the midfielder’s suitors but face competition from Premier League rivals Manchester United as well as Barcelona.
      According to SPORT, however, the North Londoners are currently heading the race for the Belgium international’s signature.
      And it is thought Arsenal could land Vermeeren for a bargain £17million in the January transfer window.
      Manager Mikel Arteta is facing the prospect of losing Jorginho in the New Year with Barcelona expressing interest.
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      The midfielder has struggled for minutes with the likes of Thomas Partey and club record signing Declan Rice ahead of him.
      Plus, the ex-Chelsea star’s contract runs out in June and is thus free to negotiate with clubs oversees in the next two months.
      Barca are also keeping tabs on Vermeeren in their bid to find someone to continue club legend Iniesta’s work in the middle of the park at the Nou Camp.
      However, the Blaugrana have been marred by financial trouble and could instead turn to Corinthians ace Gabriel Moscardo.
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      United are in the picture as well with manager Erik ten Hag “in love” with the versatile midfielder, who can play at No8 and No6.
      After making his first-team debut last year, the Belgian has been playing regularly for Antwerp this season.
      Vermeeren has scored one goal and provided five assists in 15 appearances across all competitions so far this term. More