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      Premier League announce April fixture changes including huge derby clash

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      THE Premier League have confirmed which games in April have been selected for TV coverage.It starts with a mouthwatering clash between Manchester City and Liverpool on April 1, which will be shown live on BT Sport.
      Premier League have confirmed April’s fixture amendmentsCredit: Getty
      Other standout TV selections include Newcastle vs Manchester United (April 2), Chelsea vs Liverpool (April 4), Liverpool vs Arsenal (April 9) and Manchester United vs Chelsea (April 22).
      A number of potential relegation six-pointers will also be shown live, including Southampton vs Bournemouth and Leeds vs Leicester, which are both on April 25.
      And there are no surprises to learn that a potential title decider between Manchester City and Arsenal on April 26 will also be live on TV.
      The final weekend of the month begins with Crystal Palace vs West Ham as the early kick off on April 29, with a huge Arsenal vs Chelsea London derby also on TV at 5.30pm.
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      A mouthwatering Super Sunday on Sky a day later includes Fulham vs Manchester City and Liverpool vs Tottenham, while there is Monday Night Football on May 1 as Everton travel to Leicester.
      A number of the selections are subject to change depending on whether various teams progress in Europe.
      Fixture amendments have also been confirmed for six of the seven current postponed matches.
      They are Bournemouth vs Brighton, Leeds vs Nottingham Forest, Leicester vs Aston Villa, Chelsea vs Liverpool, Manchester United vs Brentford and West Ham vs Newcastle.
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      Those six fixtures will take place midweek on April 4 and April 5.
      And every game on the final day of the season will kick off at 4.30pm to avoid clashing with the League One Play-Off Final.
      They will take place on May 28, however the TV selections for May are yet to be announced. More

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      Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta watches training hours after being released from hospital following horror head injury

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      CESAR AZPILICUETA watched training as he recovers from a horrific head injury he suffered against Southampton.The Chelsea captain was concussed after being kicked in the head by Saints star Sekou Mara as he attempted an overhead kick on Saturday.
      Cesar Azpilicueta attended Chelsea training as a spectator this weekCredit: Getty
      Chelsea boss Graham Potter chatted to his captain during trainingCredit: Getty
      The Spaniard was concussed after being kicked by Sekou MaraCredit: Reuters
      Azpilicueta appeared to have been knocked out as he lay on the ground motionless.
      He quickly received medical treatment which included being given oxygen.
      After a few minutes of assistance he was taken off the pitch before being taken to hospital.
      Chelsea released a statement on his condition revealing he was well enough to watch his team-mates train.
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      The club said: “The club’s medical team are closely monitoring Cesar’s condition, adhering to the important concussion protocols in place to ensure his safety.
      “Cesar observed training today, before he starts working towards returning to the pitch.”
      Azpilicueta, 33, has tweeted since the incident thanking the medics and hospital for their help.
      He wrote: “My family and I would like to thank everyone who has been looking after me since yesterday’s incident.
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      “From the Chelsea FC medical team, to team-mates and opponents, to St Mary’s and Cleveland Hospital and all staff members and doctors: a massive thank you from the bottom of my heart.
      “Now, time to recover and I will see you soon on the pitch!” More

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      Man Utd trio doubts for crunch Europa League decider against Barcelona as they nurse injuries

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could be without Harry Maguire, Antony and Anthony Martial ahead of the second leg of their Europa League play-off against Barcelona. The trio were all absent from United’s 3-0 win over Leicester on Sunday at Old Trafford.
      Marcus Rashford, Antony and Fred with referee Andre Marriner during Manchester United’s game with Crystal Palace.Credit: Reuters
      Anthony Martial prepares to come on in Manchester United’s Carabao Cup semi final against Nottingham Forrest.Credit: Reuters
      Former Foxes defender Maguire missed out with a knee injury, while Marital and Antony haven’t played since the start of February.
      It’s been another injury hit campaign for Martial with the Frenchman currently nursing a hip problem with summer signing Antony still out with a muscular problem.
      United play Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley on Sunday and Erik ten Hag had hoped Antony, Martial along with Scott Mctominay would be fit.
      The Scottish midfielder returned to action against Leicester having not played since United’s 3-2 defeat to Arsenal on January 22.
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      United will be boosted ahead of the second leg with Marcel Sabitzer and Lisandro Martinez both available having been suspended for the first leg.
      Barcelona are without two of their midfield stars with Gavi suspended and Pedri unavailable with a hamstring injury.
      The Red Devils are in superb form and sit third in the Premier League, five points off leaders Arsenal.
      United have only lost once in the Europa League this season against Real Sociedad at Old Trafford.
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      A pulsating first leg finished 2-2 at the Nou Camp with Marcus Rashford again on the score sheet.
      The second leg takes place on Thursday, March 23 at Old Trafford with the winners securing a place in the last 16. More

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      ‘Very odd’ – Gary Neville thinks the Glazers dropped major hint they’re STAYING at Man Utd after latest move

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      PUNDIT Gary Neville believes that the Glazers have dropped a hint they are staying at Manchester United despite putting the club up for sale.Yesterday, the club announced it was increasing the price of season tickets for the next campaign, the first time they have done so in 11 years.
      Gary Neville believes the Glazers aren’t going to leave Man UtdCredit: PA
      Season ticket prices have been raised despite the Glazer family looking to sell the club for £6billionCredit: AFP
      Neville previously said he thought the current owners would not leave entirely and that they just want to lower their stake in the club.
      He claims his theory is backed up by the season ticket news and he is baffled as to why the Glazer family would implement a price hike if they were going to quit soon anyway.
      Neville tweeted: “The increase to ticket prices at United is very odd.
      “Why would a seller that’s leaving before the next season introduce something that has brought them more hate and they won’t benefit from.
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      “Any new buyer would most likely freeze the price in year one to stay on side with fans.
      “It does beg the question whether they are really going. I have my doubts with actions like this one.”
      The season ticket increase by five per cent has left fans raging, with some labelling chiefs as “parasites”.
      The news came soon after the club’s share price soared and while fans fight the cost of living crisis.
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      Man Utd are up for sale with one of Britain’s richest men Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani in the running to buy the team.
      The Glazers are demanding a whopping fee of £6billion.
      Yet they have supposedly been offered the financial backing to stay in charge by US huge fund giants Elliott Management.
      The New York-based business has reportedly entered the takeover race and offered a cash injection, not an outright bid to buy the whole of Man Utd. More

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      Cody Gakpo is up and running for Liverpool – when does he become a viable Dream Team option?

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      BACK-TO-BACK wins over Everton and Newcastle have given Liverpool reason to be hopeful of a strong finish to the season.If the Reds are able to convert this upturn into a prolonged spell of form the likes of which fans have become accustomed to under Jurgen Klopp then a top-four finish may yet be achievable.
      In terms of trophy possibilities, the Champions League remains their only avenue and tonight’s meeting with European specialists Real Madrid will give an indication of how that pursuit may play out.
      If Liverpool are able to go deep in Europe once again then there will surely be a bounty of Dream Team points on offer.
      Liverpool may yet salvage something from an otherwise underwhelming season
      One particularly positive development in the last fortnight has been the improvement of Cody Gakpo (£3.6m).
      The Dutchman’s first few appearances following his January transfer were underwhelming at best but two goals in his last two outings suggest he’s finding his feet at Anfield.
      Where before he was wasteful and disconnected, his recent goals showed he may have necessary predatory instincts to thrive on Merseyside.
      Playing centrally with Darwin Nunez (£4.9m) and Mohamed Salah (£8m) either side of him, Gakpo was on hand to score a poacher’s tap-in against Toffees and at St James’ Park he anticipated his Egyptian team-mate’s brilliant pass before anyone else on the pitch to convert from close range again.
      The 23-year-old has also earned 7+ rating in each of his last three games, meaning he’s banked 19 points across the last three Game Weeks.
      Gakpo is up and running for Liverpool
      It goes without saying that a centre-forward representing Klopp’s Liverpool even remotely close to their best will get plenty of chances so Dream Team gaffers might start to consider Gakpo’s viability.
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      He impressed in Qatar for Netherlands and produced plenty of points in Dream Team World Cup before the Oranje were eliminated.
      And his record of nine goals and 12 assists in 14 Eredivisie appearances for PSV prior to his switch this season speaks for itself.
      It may be that this article is a tad premature; two games is a small sample size and defeat to Los Blancos this evening would be a reality check for a team that have desperately struggled for rhythm in 2022/23.
      A Dream Team World Cup favouriteCredit: GETTY
      However, experienced Dream Team bosses will know just how many points Klopp’s side are capable of producing when in full flow so it’s a situation worth monitoring closely.
      Salah is the obvious option to back when hunting Liverpool points but he comes at a mighty cost – at less than half the price, Gakpo is more feasible for those with tight budgetary constraints.
      Just something to keep an eye on… More

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      Tottenham, Chelsea and Newcastle battling it out for France World Cup winner with star available on free transfer

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      TOTTENHAM have joined the race to sign Marcus Thuram when he becomes a free agent in the summer.The forward’s club Borussia Monchengladbach have begrudgingly confirmed he will leave when his contract expires at the end of the season.
      Marcus Thuram is wanted to by a host of top European clubs after it was revealed he his leaving Borussia Moenchengladbach this summerCredit: Getty
      Newcastle and Chelsea are among the other English clubs to have shown interest in the left-sided forward.
      Thuram, 25, is the son of legendary France defender Lilian, 51, who was part of a formidable Juventus side in his heyday.
      And now Spurs have emerged as a possible destination for the nine-cap star.
      With Son Heung-min turning 31 in July and Arnaut Danjuma, 26, only in on loan from Villarreal, the North London club are keen to bolster their attacking options.
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      Gladbach sporting director Roland Virkus German news outlet Sport1: “With Marcus Thuram, we stretched.
      “But we’ve decided to allow Thuram to leave.
      “The fact he will leave on a free is not a positive situation.
      “I can’t sugarcoat it – we have to accept that there are bigger clubs he might move to.”
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      Five of Thuram’s caps came at this winter’s World Cup in Qatar.
      He was introduced as a sub before half-time in the final defeat to Argentina. More

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      Man Utd set ambitious asking price for Scott McTominay transfer with Erik ten Hag set to cash in on midfielder

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly set their asking price for midfielder Scott McTominay.It’s claimed the Red Devils are willing to cash in on the 26-year-old for the right figure.
      Manchester United are reportedly willing to sell Scott McTominay in the summerCredit: Rex
      Scott McTominay has played 16 Prem games this season, but just seven have been from the start
      Having been linked with a move away in January, it’s claimed United are prepared to listen to offers for McTominay in the summer.
      And the club will demand £25million for his services, according to Football Insider.
      It’s said the Red Devils are confident of securing £25m due to McTominay’s Premier League experience.
      The Scotland international has played 195 times for United, but has started just seven times in the Prem this season.
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      The arrivals of Christian Eriksen and Casemiro last summer have limited McTominay’s game time.
      Even with Eriksen sidelined with a long-term injury, McTominay has not had much of a look in as the club moved to sign Marcel Sabitzer on loan last month.
      McTominay was linked with a move to Newcastle in January.
      But a transfer failed to materialise, and he ended up staying at Old Trafford.
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      However, he could be one of a number of outgoings in the summer.
      Boss Erik ten Hag is looking to shift a number of his players in order to fund a squad overhaul.
      The Red Devils need to sell players before they can spend big at the end of the campaign, according to talkSPORT.
      After missing a three weeks with an unknown injury, McTominay returned at the weekend to come off the bench for the final half an hour in the 3-0 win over Leicester. More

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      Leeds appoint Javi Gracia as new manager as former Watford boss is tasked with keeping club in Premier League

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      LEEDS’ search for a new manager has come to an end after the club appointed Javi Gracia to the Elland Road dugout.The former Watford boss has taken on the task of keeping the Whites in the Premier League, signing a “flexible contract” at the club.
      Javi Gracia has been appointed as Leeds new managerCredit: PA
      Leeds sacked previous boss Jesse Marsch on February 6 after securing just four wins all season.
      A host of coaches had been linked to the vacant managerial position, including Feyenoord’s Arne Slot, West Brom’s Carlos Corberan and Rayo Vallecano boss Andoni Iraola.
      Former Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp had also emerged as a shock candidate for the position.
      But Spanish boss Gracia has now been announced as the club’s next coach.
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      A club statement read: “Leeds United are delighted to announce the club have agreed terms with Javi Gracia to become men’s first team head coach, subject to obtaining a work permit.
      “The experienced 52-year-old has agreed a flexible contract at Elland Road.

      “The club hope Gracia’s first game in charge of the Whites will be Saturday’s Premier League clash against Southampton at Elland Road, subject to obtaining the necessary work permissions.”
      The 52-year-old has been out of work since leaving Qatar side Al Saad last June.
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      However, football fans believe the club are set for relegation, with one fan declaring: “[Leeds] Must want relegation.”
      A second said: “So basically Leeds want to guarantee relegation! This would be a disastrous hiring!”
      A third fan added: “Awful appointment especially considering you have so many other options perfectly suited to the job, Ralph Hasenhuttl for example.”
      Leeds fans were not too pleased either, and pointed critical fingers at the board.
      One said: “What a bloody mess. The board have a lot to answer for. Dreadful.”
      A second said: “Very dissapointing from the board. With an attacking exciting team like ours, we couldn’t land anyone with a decent record.
      “Let’s hope he does a great job if he is appointed!”
      Gracia’s CV in England saw him guide Watford to 11th place in the Premier League – their highest ever finish – and to an FA Cup final in 2019.
      However, trigger happy Watford chiefs relieved him of his duties at the club just four games into the following season. More