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      Southampton want to appoint Football Manager-mad Will Still as new boss THIS WEEK ahead of final day of Prem season

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      SOUTHAMPTON hope to appoint Will Still as their new manager this week.Saints have held extensive talks with the 32-year-old, who is leaving French club Lens and wants to be closer to family in England.Will Still is set to become Southampton’s new managerCredit: GettyStill has agreed terms on a contract, and the south coast side hope he will be confirmed in time to attend their final Premier League game of the season.Saints, who were relegated in early April, host Arsenal on the final day of the season this weekend.The club also held talks with Sheffield Wednesday boss Danny Rohl.Rohl had been the No1 choice for some time, but wants to take more time to make a decision over his future.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe German, a former assistant manager to Ralph Hasenhuttl at St. Mary’s, has interest from his home country which could prove more attractive than a Championship job.Saints were reluctant to be left waiting and moved quickly to land Still, who has also managed Reims in Ligue 1 as well as Lierse and Beerschot in Belgium.Lens are not owed any compensation should Still leave, though the same cannot be said for his coaching staff, which include brothers Edward and Nicolas.Still was born in Belgium to English parents and began his managerial career aged 24, admitting that his love of coaching was born through playing the much-loved Football Manager game.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSTalks over compensation for his coaching staff are ongoing and remain the only sticking point before the appointment can be confirmed.Saints have endured a horror season following promotion from the Championship last year.Adam Lallana reflects on going back to his boyhood club Southampton Russell Martin, who guided them back to the top flight, was sacked in December while his replacement, Ivan Juric, was axed once relegation was confirmed.Interim boss Simon Rusk has taken charge since then and managed to get the club past Derby’s all-time low points record of 11.They will, however, take some unwelcome records back to the Championship, becoming the first club to be relegated with seven games of a season left to be played. More

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      Everton release damning statement as Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s wife subjected to ‘threatening’ abuse

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      EVERTON have released a statement condemning “threatening” abuse aimed at Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s wife.Sandra Calvert-Lewin received a backlash from some fans on social media after posting in the wake of Everton’s final game at Goodison Park.Everton have condemned abuse aimed at the wife of striker Dominic Calvert-LewinCredit: Instagram / @jerzeUploading a picture of her hubby, who was a late sub in the 2-0 win over Southampton, she said: “30 goals at Goodison.”Top 3 ever. They might not shout about it – but we’re proud every single day.”After receiving some vile abuse, Sandra doubled down on her support for Calvert-Lewin.She added: “I’ve seen the unseen moments – the recovery, the doubt, the strength it took to keep going. The world saw Dominic Calvert-Lewin the footballer. I see the man I love. And I’m endlessly proud of both.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd now, Everton have released a statement slamming the disgraceful comments aimed at Calvert-Lewin’s partner.It read: “Everton Football Club strongly condemns the threatening, racist and misogynistic abuse directed towards the wife of Dominic Calvert-Lewin on social media.“This sinister and intimidating behaviour is not only deeply hurtful and distressing, it is also criminal — and does not represent the values of Everton or the overwhelming majority of our supporters.“The Club has a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of discriminatory and abuse behaviour.Most read in Football“We are working closely with Merseyside Police and the Premier League to ensure the individuals responsible are identified and held accountable for their actions.“Threats or abuse of any kind — whether online or in person — are completely unacceptable and have no place in our game or in society.“The Club urges anyone who sees or experiences such behaviour to report it to the authorities and relevant social media platforms immediately.“We will continue to offer our full support to Dominic and his family.”THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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      Chelsea ‘preparing shock transfer bid for Real Madrid star Rodrygo’ as ace has ‘one foot out the door’

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      CHELSEA are ready to make a shock bid for Real Madrid star Rodrygo, according to reports.The 24-year-old winger is set to be put up for sale this summer.Rodrygo is on the radar of Chelsea as he looks to quit Real MadridCredit: RexShock claims emerged last week that Rodrygo is unhappy at Real Madrid as he believes he is being overshadowed by team-mates like Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham.Spanish outlet AS have since reported that the Brazilian is in a “complicated moment” and has “one foot out the door”.Rodrygo is waiting to discuss his future with Xabi Alonso, though the incoming boss is supposedly happy to sell him.Chelsea are said to be monitoring the situation ahead of a potential bid.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGoal claim the Blues have begun talks with the player’s representatives to see if he is interested in the move. But Chelsea are yet to begin discussions with Real Madrid.Rodrygo, who has scored 68 goals and got 50 assists from Real Madrid in 267 games, has a contract at the Bernabeu until 2028.The two-time Champions League winner has also been linked with Arsenal and Liverpool in recent weeks.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAnd it could take a fee of close to £100million to get their man.Chelsea are in the market for a winger this summer and rumours suggest Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams and Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens are on their shortlist. ‘I’m not happy’ – Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca FUMING at Conference League final opponents Real Betis’ unfair advantageGittens’ agent has been in talks with the club for some time and they are willing to double his £2.5million-a-year wages at Dortmund. More

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      Man Utd join Rayan Cherki transfer battle but £19m Lyon star ‘has heart set on joining Premier League rivals’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in signing Lyon star Rayan Cherki, according to reports.Cherki, 21, will be allowed to leave his hometown club for around £19million this summer.Rayan Cherki has been attracting plenty of transfer interestCredit: GettyAt that price, Cherki has received plenty of interest from the Premier League.According to French outlet Le Progres, Man Utd are the latest club to join the race for the starlet’s signature.Tottenham, Manchester City and Liverpool are also said to be keen on signing Cherki this summer.GiveMeSport recently claimed that the attacker is particularly keen on joining Liverpool.READ MORE ON MAN UTDCherki has previously drawn strong interest from Paris Saint-Germain and a deal was thought to be close last summer.A move to Parc des Princes would have seen Cherki reunite with his former Lyon team-mate Bradley Barcola.PSG are not thought to be interested in Cherki this time around, however.Despite being just 21, Cherki has already appeared 185 times for Lyon.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordThe skilful dribbler has scored 29 goals and laid on 45 assists for his boyhood team.Cherki played and scored in both legs of Lyon’s Europa League quarter-final tie against Man Utd last month.Man United eye transfer for 15-year-old Lyon starlet Rayan Cherki as search for Europe’s top young talent continuesLyon were beaten 7-6 on aggregate following an extraordinary late United comeback.Following Lyon’s 2-0 final day victory over Angers at the weekend, Cherki posted a compilation video to his social media accounts.Thanking the fans in his caption, Cherki all-but confirmed his summer switch.Lyon are currently embroiled in financial difficulties.In March it was reported by French outlet L’Equipe that Lyon could be relegated to Ligue 2, should they not get their finances under control.High-earner Alexandre Lacazette is also set to leave this summer upon the expiry of his contract.Alexandre Lacazette is leaving Lyon this summerCredit: AFP More

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      Watch Mo Salah’s ‘miss of the season’ from yards out as Liverpool star is forced to wait for Prem records

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      MOHAMED SALAH produced the “miss of the season” during Liverpool’s 3-2 defeat to Brighton.The soon-to-be crowned Player of the Season could have wrapped up another Premier League Golden Boot there and then.Liverpool forward Mo Salah missed a golden chance to score at Brighton on MondayFans have called Salah’s fluff the ‘miss of the season’ after the attacker rolled his shot wide from five yards outWith Liverpool leading 2-1 at the Amex, Salah had a huge chance laid on a plate from Cody Gakpo’s low cross in the 54th minute.The Egyptian, poised just seven yards from goal and almost dead centre between the empty posts, looked certain to score.But the Ballon d’Or contender dragged his shot wide, with Bart Verbruggen’s goal gaping.As the home crowd jeered, Salah sulked into net in frustration, with the commentator saying: “Wow. An unbelievable miss from a player of his standards.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSIt meant Salah’s quest to break the Premier League’s goal involvement record went on.Salah’s double against Southampton on 8 March took him to 27 goals and 17 assists in 29 matches, just three goal involvements short of the record of 47, held jointly by Alan Shearer and Andy Cole.And after the footage went viral on social media, fans were equally in shock as they mocked one of the Prem’s greatest ever stars.One wrote: “What a miss! Don’t let this guy near the Ballon d’Or.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA second quizzed: “Wow. How can Salah miss from two yards out 😂.”A third added: “Salah just stopped caring the moment Liverpool won the title.”Cheeky Mo Salah reveals Liverpool’s Premier League title felt way better without Klopp, Mane and FirminoSalah also looked certain to beat the record of 20 Prem assists in a season, jointly held by Arsenal’s Thierry Henry and Manchester City’s Kevin de Bruyne.But he has provided just one goal and one assist in eight matches, leaving him still one short of the goal involvement record and two short of the assist tally.Salah’s miss also appeared to upset many Fantasy Football managers, who had been banking on him to earn them points.One wrote: “Mo Salah has just missed the target COMPLETELY from yards out. I am so done bro. Nah I’m fuming!”Salah is still one short of the goal involvement record and two short of the assist recordSalah, currently on 28 Prem goals this season, has five more than his closest Golden Boot rival Alexander Isak.Isak will need to score a handful against Everton on the final day, while Liverpool hosts FA Cup champs Crystal Palace.Arne Slot’s champions were leading at the time of Salah’s miss thanks to earlier strikes from Harvey Elliott and Dominik Szoboszlai. Those goals came either side of a first-half equaliser by Yasin Ayari.Read More on The SunTo rub salt into Salah’s wounds, Brighton hit back again to make it 2-2 when Kaoru Mitoma netted his third goal in four games in the 69th minute.The Seagulls, chasing European qualification, then secured all three points courtesy of a late goal from Jack Hinshelwood. More

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      Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher reveal their XI of the season live on Sky Sports but can only agree on five players

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      GARY NEVILLE and Jamie Carragher waved goodbye to the Premier League season by rowing over their 2025 team of the year. The Sky Sports pundits could only agree on FIVE players on Monday Night Football, with host Dave Jones forced to play peacekeeper.Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher have named their teams of the seasonAhead of the final day, Neville and Carragher gave out their end of season awards, as well as their teams of this campaign.The pundits agreed on five players in their sides, which were listed in 4-3-3 formations –  and that not one single member of Manchester United’s or Manchester City’s squads made the cut.One of those players was Daniel Munoz at right back – who Carragher hailed as “outstanding” and ideal for Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 set up.Elsewhere, Nottingham Forest’s Nikola Milenkovic got the nod in defence alongside Liverpool’s title-winning captain Virgil van Dijk.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile there were no agreements in midfield, both had Mohamed Salah on the right of attack and Newcastle’s Alexander Isak leading the line. Neville went first with the remaining players, picking Matz Sels in goal, after his “special” Nottingham Forest season. He picked out Liverpool target Milos Kerkez at left back, accepting that the Reds are likely to buy him, and Bryan Mbeumo at left wing.The Man Utd legend’s midfield trio was made up of Youri Tielemans, Bruno Guimaraes and Ryan Gravenberch. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCarragher also chose a Magpies midfielder, but picked out one of Guimaraes’ partners in Sandro Tonali, who has been a mainstay in a holding role in Newcastle’s Champions League push.The handbags came out when Carragher named Morgan Gibbs-White on the left and Myles Lewis-Skelly as that sided full back.Gary Neville reveals fear with Liverpool to become most successful English team everCarragher couldn’t believe that Neville ignored Lewis-Skelly from his XI, after naming the Arsenal teenager as the Young Player of the Year.Defending his Gibbs-White inclusion, Carragher said: “The league is missing a world class left winger.”Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz are not Sadio Mane or Eden Hazard. He could play there. Pep Guardiola likes him and that will do for me.”Neville also gave Arne Slot the best newcomer award, but voted for Nuno Espirito Santo as the manager of the season.With Liverpool wrapping up the title two weeks ago, the final Champions League places are all that’s left to play for.Arsenal secured their place in Europe’s elite competition with a 1-0 win over Newcastle on Sunday.Read More on The SunThat leaves the Magpies, Chelsea, Aston Villa, Man City and Forest to battle it out for the remaining three positions on the final day.Meanwhile, Man Utd got the vote from both pundits as the biggest underachievers of the season, with Neville saying that winning the Europa League would be a “silver lining in a dark cloud”. More

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      ‘A very beautiful career is over’ – Liverpool legend retires aged 42 and announces next job

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      FORMER Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina has announced his retirement from professional football.The 42-year-old, who currently plays for Como, will hang up his gloves for good following the club’s final match of the season against Inter Milan on Friday.Pepe Reina has announced his retirementCredit: GettyThe goalkeeper will hang up his gloves this weekCredit: GettyAnnouncing the news in a chat with Movistar+ this week, Reina said: “A very beautiful career is coming to an end, a very full life.”I feel very fortunate for what I’ve experienced. “It’s been many years… I didn’t expect it, but I think the time has come and I feel like bringing it to a close here.”Reina went on to reveal when he made the decision.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe continued: “I decided to quit last January. I spoke with my wife, and we decided together.”The satisfaction is that now I want it to end. Last summer there was a moment when I had a hard time, because I couldn’t find a project that excited me and I had that little thorn in my side.”I had more to offer and this year has been the one that has made me see that I am now empty, in the sense that I can no longer offer more to football from this position.”The Spaniard went on to add: “I am very fortunate. It has been a privilege.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Now you don’t value it so much, but when I look back we will continue to be one of the leading teams in history, I have been very lucky. I’ve shared a dressing room with some great people.”Reina kicked his professional playing career off in 1999 with Barcelona’s C team.The goalkeeper made almost 400 appearances for LiverpoolCredit: Bradley Ormesher – The TimesHe then went on to make his first team debut the following year and appeared 49 times for the La Liga giants.The goalkeeper moved on to Villarreal in 2002 and spent three years with the Spanish side, helping them qualify for the Champions League for the first time.From there, he then went on to join Liverpool and established himself as a club legend.Reina made 394 appearances for the Reds, kept 177 clean sheets and won the FA Cup, League Cup and UEFA Supercup, narrowly missing out on the Champions League following a defeat to AC Milan in the 2006-07 final.A one-year stint at Bayern Munich followed his time in Merseyside and after that he joined Napoli.He went on to play for AC Milan, Lazio and enjoyed a loan spell with Aston Villa before making a return to Villarreal in 2022.But last year he decided to join former Spain team-mate Cesc Fabregas at Como.The goalkeeper has been limited to 12 appearances this season.Reina also enjoyed a successful international career with Spain.He was capped 36 times by La Roja and won the World Cup along with two European Championship titles.Read More on The SunAfter hanging up his gloves, Reina is set to return to Villarreal to become a coach.The goalkeeper is in line to take charge of the club’s Under-19s.Reina won the World Cup with Spain in 2010Credit: Reuters More

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      Gareth Bale lands new job in football ahead of Tottenham vs Man Utd Europa League final

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      GARETH BALE has landed a punditry job for Tottenham’s Europa League final against Manchester United. Spurs travel to Bilbao looking for their first piece of silverware since 2008 – with Bale having been a part of that League Cup winning side. Gareth Bale has landed a punditry job for Tottenham’ Europa League finalCredit: GettyThe Welsh Tottenham icon retired from playing in 2023 off the back of the winter World Cup. And he has enjoyed retirement by playing golf, modelling and doing the odd punditry gig for TNT Sports. That will continue tomorrow night after the broadcaster announced Bale will be part of their coverage team in Spain – where he spent nine years. The winger left Spurs for Real Madrid in 2013 in a then world-record transfer fee of £85million. READ MORE IN football He won three LaLiga titles and FIVE Champions League trophies in the Spanish capital. But his time in Madrid was marred with criticism about his attitude, despite 106 goals in 258 games. Tottenham play in their first European final since heartbreak defeat in the Champions League against Liverpool in 2019. And they were beaten by Manchester City in the 2021 League Cup final. Most read in FootballMan Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clashCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSUnited meanwhile won the Europa League under Jose Mourinho in 2017 but lost in the 2021 final to Villarreal on penalties. Both Premier League struggles come into the game in horror form with Spurs 17th and United one place above and without a win in a club-record eight matches. Managers Ange Postecoglou and Ruben Amorim are under mounting pressure with the European trophy seen as a way to soften their nightmare seasons.EXCLUSIVE: Man Utd, Spurs and ARSENAL fans take epic 32-hour ‘bucket list’ ferry trip to Bilbao for Europa League final More