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      Erik ten Hag loses managerial job offer just hours after Man Utd’s 4-0 mauling at Crystal Palace

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      ERIK TEN HAG is allegedly no longer in the running for the Bayern Munich job.The Manchester United boss faces more uncertainty over his future after he hit a new low last night.Talks between Erik ten Hag and Bayern Munich are allegedly overCredit: AlamyThe Red Devils were hammered 4-0 at Crystal Palace to leave them eighth in the Premier League.However, despite a disappointing campaign, he was among the top candidates to replace Thomas Tuchel at the Bundesliga club.However, Bild are now claiming that he “is no longer a candidate”.The publication states that “there were talks between Max Eberl and the management” but “these talks will not be continued” with Bayern’s director of sport.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLIt emerged over the weekend that Ten Hag was on Bayern’s shortlist for a new boss and that the Germans had “made contact” with his agent.The 54-year-old Dutchman is coming under huge pressure at Old Trafford and is in danger of being sacked this summer by new chiefs Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos.Even though he has an FA Cup Final with Man City coming up, last night’s mauling in South London could prove to be the final straw.Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher claimed United are the “most poorly coached team in the league” and Ashley Young labelled the performance “shambolic” afterwards.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe result means United are on 54 points and are at risk of finishing below their lowest ever total of 58.Asked if this is the lowest point of his Old Trafford reign, Ten Hag admitted that it was rock bottom, saying: “Yes. Our worst defeat. We should have kept fighting like the fans did.Michael Owen demands Man Utd sack Ten Hag and put Steve McClaren in charge as Scholes calls him ‘best coach I ever had’“It’s clear, this is underperforming. It’s by far not good enough. We are very disappointed. It’s a deserved defeat.”Ex-United coach Rene Meulensteen has blasted Ten Hag and pointed out his three managerial flaws while Michael Owen says Steve McClaren should take over for the next few months to save what’s left of their season.Meanwhile, Bayern are looking for a new manager after it was confirmed Thomas Tuchel will be leaving at the end of the season.Bayern have failed to win the Bundesliga title for the first time since 2012 as Bayer Leverkusen cantered to the crown.However, Tuchel’s men are still in with a chance of winning the Champions League and face Real Madrid in the semi-final second leg tomorrow with the scores tied 2-2.Pundits’ verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future?
      Michael Owen – He has to go
      “He cannot, simply cannot, manage this team next season. He’s not good enough.”
      Teddy Sheringham – Might stay if he wins Cup but should go
      “If United win the FA Cup, he could stay. But, for me, changes are needed and United need to get it done sooner than later.”
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.” More

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      Former Premier League Wag and ‘world’s hottest woman’ goes braless in daring backless dress as fans gush ‘radiant’

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      FORMER Premier League Wag Viktoria Varga had fans gushing over her “radiant” backless outfit.Viktoria, who has been dubbed the “world’s hottest woman”, is married to ex-Italy and Southampton striker Graziano Pelle.Ex-Premier League Wag Viktoria Varga had fans gushing over her ‘radiant’ lookCredit: Instagram @vikyvargaViktoria has been dubbed the ‘world’s hottest woman’Credit: Instagram @vikyvargaShe is married to ex-Southampton striker Graziano PelleAnd the Hungarian lived up to her moniker in a recent Instagram post, posing in yellow outfit in Dubai. She captioned the post: “Follow the rhythm in your soul, no matter the noise.”And fans gushed in response as one said: “Very elegant and radiant as always.”Another added: “Gorgeous.”READ MORE ON WAGSOne hailed: “Beautiful.”Another said: “You’re beautiful.”Viktoria and Pelle, who has been without a club since leaving Parma in 2021, got married in 2022.The centre-forward scored 30 goals with ten assists in 80 appearances for Southampton.Most read in FootballHe went on to play for Shandong Luneng in China before returning to Parma.He now looks to be living a life on leisure with wife Viktoria, who has also been dubbed the “world’s sexiest woman” by fans online.Inside Viktoria’s glamorous life as a model and football Wag…Viktoria has been dubbed ‘world’s most beautiful Wag’Credit: Instagram @vikyvargaThe Hungarian model often finds ways to wow her Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @vikyvargaViktoria is a glamorous modelCredit: Instagram @vikyvargaViktoria is not shy of the cameraCredit: Instagram @vikyvargaThe model is often posing on luxurious holidaysCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskShe is never too far away from the sunCredit: Instagram @vikyvargaFormer Premier League Wag and ‘world’s hottest woman’ shows off her figure in swimsuit as she wakeboards in Dubai More

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      Arsenal fans in disbelief and fume ‘it’s over for us’ as they spot how Fulham stars are training ahead of Man City clash

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      ARSENAL fans have declared “it’s over” after a clip of Fulham’s stars flying a kite at training went viral ahead of their clash with Manchester City.The Gunners are top of the Premier League with 83 points, one ahead of the reigning champions, with just two games to go.Mikel Arteta and Arsenal’s fans will be shocked at footage from Fulham’s training HQCredit: RexRaul Jimenez posted a clip on Instagram of several team-mates todayThe Fulham players were flying kites at the training groundArsenal fans soon took to social media to vent their angerCredit: GettyBut they could find themselves having to play catch-up when they travel to Manchester United on Sunday.City, who have played a match less, head to Craven Cottage on Saturday lunchtime hoping to overtake Mikel Arteta’s side. Arsenal are desperate for their London neighbours, who cannot finish any higher than ninth or lower than 14th, to do them a huge favour despite them having little to play for.However, some Gooners think that Fulham’s squad are already mentally “on their holidays” after they were given an insight into the intensity of their training.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLFormer Gunners winger Willian, Andreas Pereira and Rodrigo Muniz were also filmed flying kites at the training ground by striker Raul Jimenez.The Mexican, whose team has won twice in eight, then posted it on his Instagram story – and it was soon spotted.And concerned fans quickly replied to the clip understandably worried as one fumed: “We’re praying to the lord they get a result out of city and they’re in training flying kites??? Kmt.”“It’s over for us,” predicted another, with the same sentiment being echoed by a third who wrote: “Arsenal fans, it’s over.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA fellow supporter claimed: “Fulham on the beach already!”A fifth said: “Our hopes are pinned on these guys.”Arsenal icon told ‘you’re live on the radio.. you shouldn’t be doing that’ by fuming Tottenham fan in North London derbyWhile a sixth posted: “This is the team we need to beat or draw to city man we’re so cooked.”As the footage circulated even further across social media, the hilarious comments kept flooding in, and even fans of other clubs shared their sympathy.“Gotta feel sorry for Arsenal. Not only City gonna win but goal difference will be clawed back,” added another.While one more joked: “I don’t think there’s a bigger sign of a team being on the beach when our players are flying kites in training.”City are back in action in the capital on Tuesday after the trip to Fulham.This time it will be Arsenal’s bitter North London neighbours Tottenham that they will be praying for a favour from.READ MORE SUN STORIESThat then sets up both teams for what promises to be a thrilling final day of the season.City will host West Ham on the last day while Arsenal will be looking to put Everton to the sword on home turf.Mikel Arteta’s striker shopping listBy Jordan Davies
      ARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world-class striker in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.
      Mikel Arteta splashed out £204.5m last summer on Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.
      But the Spanish manager accepts he needs a proven goalscorer to take the club to the next level.
      And here are the players he is looking at to get the Gunners firing:
      BENJAMIN SESKO (RB Leipzig, value £40m-£45m)
      One for the future at 20 years old. Scored 16 goals for RB Salzburg in the Austrian Bundesliga last season and the Slovenian has carried on that good form in Germany with Leipzig this campaign.
      VIKTOR GYOKERES (Sporting Lisbon, value £60m-£80m)
      Been scouted several times this season. The Swedish striker, 25, is more of a traditional No 9 so may not suit Arsenal’s demand for flexibility but would bring a physicality that boss Mikel Arteta craves.
      ALEXANDER ISAK (Newcastle, value £75m-£85m)
      Impressed in his first two seasons in English football. The Swede, 24, has the pace and finesse to match his finishing ability, and Eddie Howe’s Toon may need to sell to balance the books this summer.
      JOSHUA ZIRKZEE (Bologna, value £45m-£50m)
      Dutch wonder  is attracting the attentions of clubs across Europe. At 6ft 4in the 22-year-old forward would have no trouble adapting to the Premier League and already has an eye for goal.
      XAVI SIMONS (RB Leipzig, value £70m-£80m)
      An incredible talent in the Bukayo Saka mould, currently on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. The future of the Dutch attacker, 20, depends on how much money his parent club want to make from him. More

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      Former Man Utd coach, 60, in huge blast at Ten Hag as he slams three major issues with his management

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      FORMER Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has blasted Erik ten Hag and pointed out his three managerial flaws.The Dutchman is fighting for his future at Old Trafford as his struggling Red Devils were hammered 4-0 at Crystal Palace. Ex-Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has blasted Erik ten HagCredit: Getty – ContributorAnd Meulensteen – who spent six years from 2007-2013 under Sir Alex Ferguson – hit out at Ten Hag. He told Dutch outlet NOS: “It is really incomprehensible what is happening now. There is simply no progress whatsoever.“You know, as a new trainer you always have to deal with a selection that you have not put together yourself. “So, it takes a few transfer periods before you get the players you want. I always say, a trainer needs 18 months to get it right, to get on track.READ MORE ON MAN UTD“But now there is none of that optimism left. There is no playing style, club culture or philosophy. “If you look at the statistics it doesn’t make any sense. Manchester United has a goal difference of minus three!” United now sit eighth in the Premier League with Chelsea above them on goal difference. But SunSport understands Ten Hag will be given the rest of the season to turn around the club’s fortunes.Most read in FootballPundits’ verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future?

      Michael Owen – He has to go
      “He cannot, simply cannot, manage this team next season. He’s not good enough.”
      Teddy Sheringham – Might stay if he wins Cup but should go
      “If United win the FA Cup, he could stay. But, for me, changes are needed and United need to get it done sooner than later.”
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.”

      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd that means he will be in charge for the FA Cup final against Manchester City on May 25.Jose Mourinho – who was sacked by United in 2018 after less than two seasons – has been linked with a stunning Old Trafford return. Michael Owen demands Man Utd sack Ten Hag and put Steve McClaren in charge as Scholes calls him ‘best coach I ever had’And Ten Hag himself has emerged as a candidate to replace Thomas Tuchel at Bayern Munich with the German potentially going the other way. Ten Hag also made the decision to ban media from asking him questions at a press conference, with SunSport among them. But that is another mistake Meulensteen believes the under-fire boss has made recently. He said: “That is really not smart. The media of course have the right to ask questions. “They also see what kind of results are on the board, such as the 4-0 against Crystal Palace. Then it is logical that they ask critical questions.” Ten Hag is fighting for his future at UnitedCredit: Getty More

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      ‘This is unbelievable’ – Jamie Carragher breaks down FOUR glaring Man Utd errors in just 10 seconds that sums club up

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER has brilliantly identified the schoolboy errors that Man Utd have been making during a brutal segement on Monday Night Football.Following Man Utd’s draw to Burnley at Old Trafford, the Sky Sports pundit highlighted what went wrong for ten Hag’s men.Casemiro has been under immense criticism in recent weeks for his poor performancesCredit: ALAMY LIVE NEWSJamie Carragher gives a brilliant breakdown of Man Utd’s problemsCredit: Sky SportsWith the score line still at 0-0, Carragher pointed out FOUR mistakes that Man Utd had made at the beginning of the second half.In the clip he points out how the Utd defenders had their back to the ball as goalkeeper Andre Onana was looking for a pass.Onana then decides to hit a long ball to the edge of the opposition box where Diogo Dalot – who was playing left-back – was Utd’s furthest attacker.As the long ball went forward, both Christian Eriksen and Kobbie Mainoo both left Lyle Foster in acres of space.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd this is all while Erik ten Hag and assistant coach Steve McClaren are still walking towards their bench, following half-time.Carragher said: “This is an unbelievable clip. This is the start of the second half.“Now again, before he does anything, you just stop it there.“Normally a top team… you have just called Manchester United – and I get that – the biggest club in the world.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“Could you imagine Real Madrid, Bayern Munich,  Barcelona, getting the ball at the start of the second half.“And these players not showing for it, to actually try and play.“The idea is to go long. It’s not just the goalkeeper doing it.“So he brings it forward, he goes to go long, and who’s making the run?“It’s Dalot, your left back, he’s making the run to try to get on the end of a long ball straight from the kick off.“So what’s the thought process of Eriksen here? Mainoo?Carra shows Erik ten Hag walking out to see his team on the back foot againCredit: Sky Sports“Who do they think is going to pick up Lyle Foster in this position?“And if they do go, Harry Maguire has got to go in there and fill the space.“Ten seconds into the second half and someone is running at your back four again.“And we just top it there because the Manchester United manager and Steve McClaren. Jamie Carragher tells Casemiro ‘this needs to stop’ and Man Utd flop needs to quit club after Crystal Palace horror show“Can you imagine just walking out for the start of that second half and the first thing you see is that?“I mean, he’s seen it all season. But you come out and you think ‘Give us a break lads’.“But it comes again from just going long, losing the ball, the positions of the players, and then getting counter-attacked on.”The home side did manage to go 1-0 up with Antony getting on the scoresheet but this was cancelled out after Amdouni put away his penalty to make it 1-1 in the 87th minute.The result was Man Utd’s sixth draw of the Premier League campaign.It was also the fifth penalty they had conceded in the last six games.Following the 4-0 thrashing they faced at Selhurst Park, ten Hag’s men fell further down the table and now sit in eighth.Carragher continued to criticise the Red Devils and questioned their ability to play at the highest level.Speaking about Casemiro, the former Liverpool defender said: “I think Casemiro should know himself that he should only have another three games left at the top level.”MLS or Saudi. I’m deadly serious”.On the other hand, ten Hag continued to support the serial Champions League winner, arguing that: “You can’t put this to one player.”We should’ve kept fighting like the fans did.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It’s clear, we underperformed”.Ten Hag’s men have got Arsenal to play next and if they repeat the same mistakes, they will be punished by a side gunning for the title.Pundits’ verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future?
      Michael Owen – He has to go
      “He cannot, simply cannot, manage this team next season. He’s not good enough.”
      Teddy Sheringham – Might stay if he wins Cup but should go
      “If United win the FA Cup, he could stay. But, for me, changes are needed and United need to get it done sooner than later.”
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.” More

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      Man Utd ‘set to enter Michael Olise transfer talks’ after Crystal Palace winger tears Casemiro apart

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are expected to hold “concrete talks” over a potential deal for Crystal Palace star Michael Olise.This comes after Olise, 22, tore United apart on Monday during a Premier League clash that saw him putting together a man-of-the-match performance at Selhurst Park.Manchester United are set to hold ‘concrete talks’ over Crystal Palace star Michael OliseCredit: RexMan Utd ace Casemiro struggled against Palace star OliseCredit: RexThe winger led Palace to a 4-0 triumph over the Red Devils with a brace and a stunning performance that saw him dominating Casemiro, who was playing out of position at centre-back.The Hammersmith lad opened the scoring after just 12 minutes when he dribbled past the Brazil international like he wasn’t even there before beating Andre Onana with a clinical shot.Olise then sealed the Eagles’ first ever league double over United in the 66th minute with a long-range wondergoal after Casemiro was dispossessed by Daniel Munoz at the back.According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, United were convinced to rekindle their bid for the ex-France youth international ahead of the summer transfer window.Read More on Man UtdThe Manchester giants are expected to hold talks with Palace “in the coming weeks”.Oliver Glasner’s side is in no way under pressure as the forward has a contract until 2027.And Palace have slapped a whopping £60million price tag on the ex-Reading star, whose contract length gives no reason to his current club to lower their demands.United have been keeping tabs on Olise since last summer but face competition.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChelsea thought they signed the Palace star last year but he snubbed a £35m bid and instead signed fresh terms with his club.Juventus have also expressed interest in the rising star recently.Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner reveals secret SHOWER chat led to Michael Olise’s stunning double vs Man UtdOlise has amassed a total of nine goals and four assists in 17 appearances this season.Palace have slapped a £60m price tag on Olise ahead of the summer transfer window More

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      ‘Now that’s a manager’, say fans as Kieran McKenna joins Ipswich fans cleaning park after Premier League promotion party

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      IPSWICH manager Kieran McKenna received mass praise as he joined fans who cleaned up after their recent Premier League promotion party.The Tractor Boys sealed their Prem return after 22 years by finishing second in the Championship, marking McKenna’s second consecutive promotion after leading his team out of League One last season.Now that’s a manager a team. Should be proud off!Too many football managers just care about figures and fame.Ours ain’t even from Ipswich but he’s out looking after the town who’s football club he manages. Serious respect for Kieran Mckenna!#ITFC #kieranmckenna pic.twitter.com/pLPdK6gplC— 𝕜ΐო𝒃𝓮𝖗𝖑ΐ𝖓𝓪89 (@xkimberlina89x) May 7, 2024

      Kieran McKenna joined Ipswich’s open bus celebration after their Premier League promotionCredit: PAMcKenna then joined Ipswich fans cleaning up the morning after the partyCredit: AlamyThe Blues went around town to party in an open bus on Bank Holiday Monday and the whole town joined them for a boozy evening that went until the early hours of Tuesday.McKenna, 37, was at the centre of all of it as he joined the team and fans in jubilation.But that didn’t stop the ex-Manchester United coach from showing up the next day at 8am to link up with the cleaning crew.And a smiling fan shared a selfie of himself with the Northern Irish tactician bright and early.Read More on FootballHero Site Solutions Ltd posted on Facebook: “The morning after the night before, 8:00am – Tuesday”Amazing that Super Kieran McKenna came and said hi this morning whilst we were tidying up the park.”He truly is a Legend.”Ipswich fans were left in awe as they stormed the comments’ section to praise McKenna.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne fan posted: “The guy is a machine!”Another commented: “What a top bloke.”EXCLUSIVE: Kieran McKenna addresses his Ipswich future, what he learned from Jose Mourinho and wanting Premier League footballA third wrote: “Now you won’t get many Premier League managers going litter picking!”This fan said: “Man of the year.”That one stated: “What a guy! That’s awesome.”And finally another Ipswich fan shared the following comment: “Now that’s a manager a team should be proud off!”Too many football managers just care about figures and fame. Ours ain’t even from Ipswich but he’s out looking after the town who’s football club he manages. Serious respect for Kieran Mckenna!” More

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      Antony’s horror stats revealed as Man Utd star fails to make a single touch in Crystal Palace’s penalty box

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      MANCHESTER UNITED flop Antony endured yet another Premier League match to forget.The winger joined United two years ago following an £85.5million deal with Ajax but he has since failed to meet expectations.Manchester United flop Antony endured another Premier League game to forgetCredit: RexAntony failed to make a single touch inside Crystal Palace’s penalty areaAntony has only amassed one goal and one assist in 28 Premier League appearancesThe Brazilian struggled against Crystal Palace at Selhurst ParkThe Brazil international has amassed a mere 11 goals and five assists in 81 appearances across all competitions since his disappointing Old Trafford stint began.That includes only one goal and one assist in 28 Premier League matches this season.Antony, 24, failed to turn his troubling season around on Monday at Selhurst Park where the Red Devils suffered a humiliating 4-0 loss to Crystal Palace.Damning stats show the forward only managed one shot, won three duels and lost four.Read More on Man UtdThe ex-Ajax star also failed to complete a single dribble or accurate cross against Palace.If that wasn’t enough, Antony failed to make a single touch inside the Eagles’ area.The Brazilian also received criticism from a fuming Jamie Carragher at full-time as he appeared animated while speaking to Mason Mount, covering his mouth and gesturing with his fingers.Carragher told Sky Sports: “Just get off the pitch! I mean, talking, whispering behind your hand.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Been absolutely awful. You’re probably talking about one of the players or somebody else or the set-up or the manager.”Just get off the pitch. Shut up and get in. You’ve been beat 4-0. Whispering and talking about other players, honestly, embarrassing.” ‘Shut up and get off the pitch’ fumes Carragher as he calls out ’embarrassing’ Man Utd flop after Palace thumpingAntony has a contract with United that runs for another three years and could be one to go as part of an end of season cull by Sir Jim Ratcliffe. More