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      Man Utd fans ask ‘are you mad?’ as Andre Onana pulls off amazing skill to beat Arsenal player in his own box in 2-1 loss

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans might be starting to forgive Andre Onana after he pulled off an incredible piece of skill against Prem rivals Arsenal.United lost 2-1 to the Gunners in Los Angeles in the first game of their USA tour.Onana feinted a long kick to trick Gabriel JesusRasmus Hojlund gave the Red Devils the lead before he hobbled off injured moments later to the dismay of Erik ten Hag.Gabriel Jesus levelled for Arsenal before Gabriel Martinelli won it for Mikel Arteta with ten minutes left.But it was Onana who seemed to have earned major plaudits among the United faithful after some pretty poor, blunder-ridden performances last season.The Cameroonian goalkeeper did improve towards the back end of last term – but now the turnaround appears to be complete.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThat is after Onana pulled off an incredible bit of ground skill to leave Jesus blocking the air.After receiving the ball from Jonny Evans, he tricked Jesus – who was intently chasing down – by feinting to kick the ball long before smoothly turning out.And the 48th minute dummy left many United fans dazzled.One wrote: “ONANA, ARE YOU MAD?”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA second said: “Onana can play as a midfielder.”Others added: “He just cooked Jesus” and “I love the confidence. He’s too cold!”Andre Onana says ‘nice things are coming’ after Man Utd’s pre-season win over RangersWhile another noted: “Ten Hag and his coaches have to utilise Onana’s ball playing skills more in the coming season, they simply have to.”United did at least have the consolation of winning the end of game penalty shoot-out exhibition 4-3.And Onana was spotted trying his best to put off Arsenal’s Fabio Vieira and several of his team-mates.In a comical interaction, he took a step to his right and then started pointing at the huge space to his left, almost daring the Portuguese ace to shoot there.Before joining last summer for £47m, the goalkeeper was credited for his brilliant footwork abilities.It was citied as one of the main reasons Ten Hag opted to bring Onana to Old Trafford, after he has impressed for Champions League finalists Inter Milan in the prior season.Man Utd pre-season tour squad in fullGoalkeepers: Tom Heaton, Demot Mee, Andre Onana, Radek Vitek.Defenders: Harry Amass, Rhys Bennett, Jonny Evans,Will Fish, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Sam Murray, Aaron Wan-Bissaka,Leny Yoro.Midfielders: Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Christian Eriksen, Hannibal, Jack Fletcher, Sam Mather, Scott McTominay, Mason Mount, Maxi Oyedele, James Scanlon.Forwards: Antony, Amad, Rasmus Hojlund, Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Ethan Wheatley.Reported injured: Tyrell MalaciaLeft out: Joshua Zirkzee, Altay Bayindir, Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes, Alejandro Garnacho, Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, Facundo Pellistri and Luke Shaw. More

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      Leicester eye shock Jordan Ayew move with striker Tom Cannon in three-club loan transfer battle

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      TOM CANNON will spark a three-club scrap if Leicester decide to let him go this summer.Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder wants the Cannon, 21, after losing Oli McBurnie.Leicester are keeping tabs on Crystal Palace star Jordan Ayew this summerCredit: GettyLeicester ace Tom Cannon is eyed by Sheffield United, Stoke and West BromCredit: GettyBut he faces a mighty tussle for the new Republic of Ireland cap.West Brom and Stoke City are also eyeing a loan for Cannon.Baggies chiefs rate the hitman — who hardly figured for Foxes after they bought him from Preston a year ago.But Stoke may be in pole position if they offer to cover a larger chunk of his wages.Read More on FootballCannon wants to play so that is also a factor and Blades will have to convince him he starts.And Leicester could make a shock move for Crystal Palace’s Ghanaian star Jordan Ayew.The forward, 32, also has interest from Saudi Pro League clubs.Ayew amassed a total of four goals and eight assists in 37 appearances last season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe striker has played a pivotal role at Palace ever since his move from Swansea in 2018.The Ghana international initially joined on loan but his move was made permanent only a year later.Jordan Ayew gets carried away in Crystal Palace training and ends up breaking a window Since then, Ayew has amassed a total of 23 goals and 22 assists in 211 appearances.Crystal Palace ace Ayew has also attracted interest from Saudi ArabiaLeicester face a decision on whether to let Cannon go this summer More

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      Fans slam ‘deluded’ Enzo Maresca after new Chelsea boss calls 4-1 thrashing by Celtic ’10 times better’ than last game

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      FANS have slammed Enzo Maresca after he said Chelsea’s 4-1 thrashing by Celtic was “10 times better” than their last game.The Blues got their latest new era off to an underwhelming start earlier this week in a dismal 2-2 draw in California against third-tier side Wrexham.Enzo Maresca called Chelsea’s 4-1 pre-season friendly defeat to Celtic ’10 times better’ than their 2-2 draw to WrexhamCredit: GettyFans called the Blues boss ‘deluded’ as the Scottish champions walked all over the Premier League sideReigning Scottish champions Celtic have already beaten Manchester City 4-3 in midweek after thrashing DC United 4-0.But new boss Maresca reckons a 4-1 defeat by Brendan Rodgers’ side was a far better performance than their feisty draw in California to third-tier side Wrexham.He said: “For us, we need to analyse the game in general. I think on the ball, the team were 10 times better than in the game against Wrexham.”And that is important because we can see the amount of chances we created first-half and second-half.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“And off the ball, for sure, we can improve things and you can see sometimes we confused when we need to play short, a little bit longer. It’s part of the process.”Most fans know not to get carried away by pre-season friendlies.But some were very concerned with Maresca’s words from last night’s game.One called him “deluded”.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhile another who agreed added: “Delusional Maresca.”A third then put: “Today’s game was awful.”Chelsea and Wrexham stars Levi Colwill and James McClean fight just two minutes into pre-season friendly The result will hardly concern Maresca at this stage – Celtic have played four games so far while his side have only encountered two.And his side will have a chance for a comeback as Chelsea face Mexican side Club American on Wednesday in Georgia.Chelsea’s pre-season tourHere is a look at Chelsea’s full tour of the USA:RESULTSChelsea 2 Wrexham 2 – July 24 FIXTURESChelsea vs Celtic – July 27 – Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, IndianaChelsea vs Club America – July 31 – Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GeorgiaChelsea vs Manchester City – August 3 – Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OhioChelsea vs Real Madrid – August 6 – Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North CarolinaGotham FC vs Chelsea Women – August 19 – Red Bull Arena, Harrison, New JerseyChelsea Women vs Arsenal Women – August 25 – Audi Field, Washington DC More

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      Chelsea confirm release of £100,000-a-week star after four years as brief statement is issued

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      CHELSEA have released Malang Sarr after terminating his contract as his four year stay at Stamford Bridge comes to a bitter end.The Frenchman, 25, departs west London having made 21 appearances since joining in August 2020. Malang Sarr will leave Chelsea immediately after the club released him on SaturdayCredit: ReutersThe Frenchman has joined Lens in a two-year dealCredit: GettyChelsea and Malang Sarr have agreed to terminate the defender’s contract. 🔵— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) July 27, 2024

      Sarr spent time on loan at Porto and Monaco during his time at the club.The centre-back failed to break back into the first team squad when Mauricio Pochettino arrived last summer and was subsequently sent to train with the Under-21s.Following the mutual termination of his Chelsea contract, Sarr will not receive any compensation for the final year of his wages.Sarr has now officially joined Ligue 1 side Lens on a two-year deal as he looks to revive his career.Lens manager Pierre Dreossi said: “Versatile and with solid European experience, Malang is a player who started out very young and whose career has been marked by many challenges.“Despite the trials and tribulations, he never gave up and now joins Racing with the firm intention of performing well.”The defender picked up a whopping £20.8million in wages from his spell in the Premier League.He was limited to just eight Prem appearances, and last featured in the top flight in the 2021/2022 season. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChelsea’s US tour partyGoalkeepers: Robert Sanchez, Marcus Bettinelli, Eddie Beach, Lucas Bergstrom.Defenders: Reece James, Malo Gusto, Josh Acheampong, Wesley Fofana, Axel Disasi, Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoit Badiashile, Levi Colwill, Ben Chilwell, Renato Veiga, Carney Chukwuemeka, Romeo Lavia.Midfielders: Lesley Ugochukwu, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Andrey Santos.Forwards: Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku, Raheem Sterling, Mykhailo Mudryk, Noni Madueke, Armando Broja, Tyrique George, Marc Guiu, Angelo.Rested: Marc Cucurella, Enzo Fernandez, Conor Gallagher, Moises Caicedo, Cole Palmer.Reported injured: Petrovic   Left out:  Trevoh Chalobah, Alfie Gilchrist, Malang Sarr, Cesare Casadei, Leo Castledine, Deivid Washington, Diego Moreira, Omari Kellyman, Caleb Wiley, Tino Anjorin, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Mason Burstow, David Datro Fofana, Bashir Humphreys, Romelu Lukaku, Alex Matos, Gabriel Slonina, Harvey Vale, Dujuan Richards, Kiano Dyer, Billy Gee, Harrison Murray-Campbell, Ishe Samuels-Smith, Zak Sturge, Jimi Tauriainen, Travis Akomeah, Ato Ampah, Somto Boniface, Luke Campbell, Brodi Hughes, Harrison McMahon, Donnell McNeilly, Leo Cardoso, Max Merrick, Jimmy-Jay Morgan, Richard Olise, Samuel Rak-Sakyi, Frankie Runham, Reiss-Alexander Russell-Denny, Zain Silcott-Duberry, Ronnie Stutter, Shaun Wade, Kaiden Wilson.Sarr began his career at Nice, debuting as a 17-year-old and making 119 first-team appearances before joining Chelsea as a free agent.Chelsea could also cut ties with some first team players this summer.Football teams that controversially changed their badgeTrevoh Chalobah was left out of Enzo Maresca’s squad for the club’s USA pre-season tour last week.Blues chiefs are reportedly looking to offload him before the transfer window shuts.Conor Gallagher could also leave despite his fan-favourite status, with Aston Villa and Tottenham registering their interest in the England international.Meanwhile, Maresca has publicly stated that Enzo Fernandez – who is under internal investigation- is in his plans for next season after the Argentine sparked a racism storm.The £105m Chelsea man shared shocking footage showing Argentina players signing a racist and homophobic song on their team bus about France. More

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      Watch Euro 2024 star commit horror gaffe in pre-season friendly as Crystal Palace fans joke ‘we are so back’

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      CRYSTAL PALACE fans joked “we are so back” after a horror gaffe during a pre-season friendly against Crawley. Premier League Eagles travelled to League One Crawley in what turned out to be an eventful affair.Joachim Andersen suffered a horror gaffe against CrawleyRushian Marcus Amori Hepburn-Murphy tapped inPalace ran out 6-3 winners away from home but a howler from Joachim Andersen was the lasting match memory. After getting the ball from his keeper inside the six-yard box, Andersen slipped over on the ball. It allowed Rushian Marcus Amori Hepburn-Murphy to tap into an empty goal – leaving fans online in hysterics. One said: “We are so back.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnother joked: “I love this club.”One added: “Laugh it off. Never do it again.”Another said: “Get it out the way in pre-season.”Andersen played in all four of Denmark’s Euro 2024 games up until their last 16 defeat to Germany. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPalace start the season without star man Michael Olise following his £50million move to Bayern Munich. And they look to have also lost out on the signing of Ryan Sessegnon, who had been training with the Londoners. Instead, free agent Sessegnon is close to sealing a move back to his former club Fulham. West Brom friendly descends into chaos as star trades punches with Mallorca ace in fierce brawl More

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      Chelsea ‘set to complete £17m Aaron Anselmino transfer with Boca Juniors wonderkid flying to London on Monday’

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      CHELSEA are on the verge of signing Boca Juniors defender Aaron Anselmino in a £17million transfer, according to reports.The Blues have already signed five players so far this summer – three of which are teenagers.Aaron Anselmino is on the verge of joining ChelseaCredit: GettyAnd they are set to add another to their ranks next week with Anselmino set to fly in for a medical.Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano claims Chelsea have struck a deal with Boca Juniors worth £17m for the 19-year-old.He will travel to England on Monday to complete the move.However, Anselmino will return to Boca Juniors on loan until January at the earliest.Read More in FootballThe centre-back has made 10 senior appearances for the Primera Division side since signing his first professional contract last year.Summer signings Tosin Adarabioyo, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Marc Guiu have all been included in Enzo Maresca’s squad for Chelsea’s pre-season tour of the USA.Omari Kellyman was left in London due to an injury, while 17-year-old Estevao Willian is yet to officially join the Blues.Estevao will complete the move from Palmeiras next summer when he turns 18.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Brazilian has reportedly cost Chelsea around £56m.Fans have already branded him a “generational talent” in recent weeks.Chelsea’s top summer transfer targetsHe scored a stunning goal for Palmeiras against Bahia earlier this month after running the length of the pitch.Estevao is also known as “Messinho” among fans and his team-mates.Chelsea’s US tour partyGoalkeepers: Robert Sanchez, Marcus Bettinelli, Eddie Beach, Lucas Bergstrom.Defenders: Reece James, Malo Gusto, Josh Acheampong, Wesley Fofana, Axel Disasi, Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoit Badiashile, Levi Colwill, Ben Chilwell, Renato Veiga, Carney Chukwuemeka, Romeo Lavia.Midfielders: Lesley Ugochukwu, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Andrey Santos.Forwards: Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku, Raheem Sterling, Mykhailo Mudryk, Noni Madueke, Armando Broja, Tyrique George, Marc Guiu, Angelo.Rested: Marc Cucurella, Enzo Fernandez, Conor Gallagher, Moises Caicedo, Cole Palmer.Reported injured: Petrovic   Left out:  Trevoh Chalobah, Alfie Gilchrist, Malang Sarr, Cesare Casadei, Leo Castledine, Deivid Washington, Diego Moreira, Omari Kellyman, Caleb Wiley, Tino Anjorin, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Mason Burstow, David Datro Fofana, Bashir Humphreys, Romelu Lukaku, Alex Matos, Gabriel Slonina, Harvey Vale, Dujuan Richards, Kiano Dyer, Billy Gee, Harrison Murray-Campbell, Ishe Samuels-Smith, Zak Sturge, Jimi Tauriainen, Travis Akomeah, Ato Ampah, Somto Boniface, Luke Campbell, Brodi Hughes, Harrison McMahon, Donnell McNeilly, Leo Cardoso, Max Merrick, Jimmy-Jay Morgan, Richard Olise, Samuel Rak-Sakyi, Frankie Runham, Reiss-Alexander Russell-Denny, Zain Silcott-Duberry, Ronnie Stutter, Shaun Wade, Kaiden Wilson. More

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      New Chelsea academy starlet Tyrique George reveals how advice from England and Blues icon has fired shock breakthrough

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      AFTER months of talk around Chelsea academy graduates leaving the club it seems Blues fans may have another to get excited about.Teenager Tyrique George has been handed a chance to impress in the United States by new boss Enzo Maresca this summer.Chelsea academy starlet Tyrique George has been called up to the US pre-season tourCredit: GettyChelsea star Raheem Sterling has been sharing important advice for GeorgeCredit: PAChelsea’s pre-season tourHere is a look at Chelsea’s full tour of the USA:RESULTSChelsea 2 Wrexham 2 – July 24 FIXTURESChelsea vs Celtic – July 27 – Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, IndianaChelsea vs Club America – July 31 – Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GeorgiaChelsea vs Manchester City – August 3 – Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OhioChelsea vs Real Madrid – August 6 – Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North CarolinaGotham FC vs Chelsea Women – August 19 – Red Bull Arena, Harrison, New JerseyChelsea Women vs Arsenal Women – August 25 – Audi Field, Washington DCNot only was the 18-year-old winger named in the touring squad for pre-season but he was a surprise starter in the opening game against Wrexham at the Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.George was named on the bench by Mauricio Pochettino three times in Premier League games last season but never got on.So against the Welsh side in California this was his first real chance to show what he can do – and there was plenty to like.Despite his age the left winger was confident and composed on the ball, always looking to take on the defender in front of him and make things happen.Read More on ChelseaSome runs came off, others did not but across the 45 minutes he was given in the first half George never went hiding.He said: “I was very excited and this is another big step in my career. It was such a good experience.”I have been at Chelsea since I was eight years old so to have the chance to play for the first team for the first time, with players who not long ago I was watching on TV, was so special.”Those players who he has been watching on TV have been impressed too.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGeorge has been in the thick of it in training Stateside, taking part in friendly challenges with far more senior teammates at the end of sessions.Noni Madueke has long been a fan and supporter of George’s, impressed by his return of 14 goals and 10 assists across Chelsea’s youth teams last season.Chelsea’s top summer transfer targetsHis fellow winger has been one of a few players to support the youngster as he looks to make an impression on Maresca.Veteran Raheem Sterling has made a lot of effort to ensure that George is settled and working hard at this level, while former Aston Villa midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka is also a close friend.George said: “When you are quite new to the group, having someone like Raheem give you advice when he has played at the highest level for so many years really helps.”Having the chance to play alongside all these top players has been really good. You are learning new things every day from really experienced players.”On the pitch in America, fellow academy graduate Levi Colwill has been giving George vocal support while Christopher Nkunku has also been keeping an eye on him.The England Under-18 international has been with the Blues academy since the age of eight having been born in London to Nigerian parents.Chelsea pre-season tour squad and notable absenteesGoalkeepers: Robert SanchezMarcus BettinelliEddie BeachLucas BergstromDefenders: Reece JamesMalo GustoJosh AcheampongWesley FofanaAxel DisasiTosin AdarabioyoBenoit BadiashileLevi ColwillBen ChilwellRenato VeigaMidfielders: Carney ChukwuemekaRomeo LaviaLesley UgochukwuKiernan Dewsbury-HallAndrey SantosForwards: Nicolas JacksonChristopher NkunkuRaheem SterlingMykhailo MudrykNoni MaduekeArmando BrojaTyrique GeorgeMarc GuiuAngeloNotable absentees: (Internationals)Cole PalmerConor Gallagher Enzo FernandezMarc Cucurella(Left out ahead of possible loan/sale)Romelu LukakuOmari Kellyman Alfie Gilchrist Bashir Humphreys Cesare Casadei David Datro Fofana Deivid WashingtonDjordje Petrovic More

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      Pep Guardiola drops huge hint over Man City future amid exit rumours and reveals what players must do to make him stay

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      PEP GUARDIOLA says his players will determine whether he extends his contract with Manchester City.The Etihad boss said this week he still loves his job and sees no reason to stop after eight years in charge.Pep Guardiola has hinted he could extend his contract with Manchester CityCredit: AlamyCity won their fourth consecutive Premier League title last seasonCredit: APBut his current deal expires in summer 2025 and as things stand there is no sign he will commit to another one.After leading City to a sixth Prem title in May, he dismayed supporters by saying he is closer to leaving than staying.Yet two months on he now says his words were misunderstood and he has yet to make his mind up over the future.Guardiola said: “I want to be sure it’s the right decision, not just for me but for club, the right decision for the players.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“If they run like they already ran for eight years, no matter the competition, the tournament, and this is what I have to see and that’s all.“What I said at the beginning of the season is at the start of the season, see how everything is going, how connected we are all together again and after we will see.”“Maybe I was not correct to say it in the moment when we won the Premier League.“But I’ve been at City for eight years and I’m not going to be here eight more years. So that’s why I’m closer to leaving than to staying.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“But I didn’t say I’m leaving.“When I’m leaving I will say I’m leaving But I didn’t say it – so that was my approach.”Fans spot Pep Guardiola ‘doing tactics at Wimbledon’ as he’s shown on BBC having ‘intense’ chat with his daughterGuardiola has a close working relationship with chairman Khaldoon al Mubarak, chief exec Ferran Soriano and sporting director Txiki Begiristain.He insists he will not come to any definite decisions until he has discussed it with them.He said: “When I decide it’s over first of all I speak to my sporting director, my chairman and my CEO, that’s the first thing.“I would never do one step without my team, my club not knowing it. I am incredibly grateful, too much,“I wouldn’t want to take a step that could cause a problem in the way I do it. What happens is we will talk.“We spoke with the club and said it’s a lot of years so we will see what will happen but I am not ruling out absolutely to extend the contract.“When I said I would love to stay (it’s) because I would love to stay.“So that’s why, I want to see my feelings, I want to see my players. Nine years today in the same club is an eternity.”Pep’s City recordGames – 472Wins – 349Draws – 57Losses – 66Trophies – 6x Premier League, Champions League, Club World Cup, 2x FA Cup, 4x League Cup, 2x Community Shield“But I am pretty sure eight more years I will not stay because I think it’s good to refresh the players and manager.“But at the same time we had success, still winning Premier League, still arriving to the late stages.“And when we are defeated in big tournaments, the Champions League, the way we are beaten…. This is my feeling right now.”Guardiola saw his old foe Jurgen Klopp leave Liverpool last season – and will have noted the way their season unravelled.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey had a chance of winning four trophies when they announcement was made in January – but ended up with just the Carabao Cup.But Pep said: “I have no given it consideration because I haven’t decided I’m leaving!”Guardiola has won 16 trophies with City, including the Champions League in 2023Credit: Getty More