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      Premier League top scorers 2023/24: Latest standings for this season’s Golden Boot

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      WINNING the Premier League is the pinnacle of English football – and it’s a two-horse race on the final day.But securing the Golden Boot is every attacker’s side mission – and it is up for grabs once again as we enter the last matchday of the campaign.Erling Haaland won the Golden Boot in his first official Premier League seasonCredit: GETTYErling Haaland stormed to the prestigious award in spectacular fashion last season by breaking the goal-scoring record with 36 goals.And football fans have tipped the Norwegian superstar to secure back-to-back Golden Boots.Should the Man City goal machine do so, he will become the first player to win back-to-back Golden Boots in his first two Premier League seasons.However, a number of players across the division will be determined to dethrone Haaland.Read more on Premier LeaguePremier League top scorers 2023/24Live Premier League top scorers:

      PLAYER
      CLUB
      GOALS

      Erling Haaland
      Man City
      27

      Cole Palmer
      Chelsea
      22

      Alexander Isak
      Newcastle
      21

      Phil Foden
      Man City
      19

      Ollie Watkins
      Aston Villa
      19

      Dominic Solanke
      Bournemouth
      18

      Mohamed Salah
      Liverpool
      17

      Son Heung-Min
      Tottenham
      17

      Jarrod Bowen
      West Ham
      16

      Bukayo Saka
      Arsenal
      16

      Jean-Philippe Mateta
      Crystal Palace
      15

      Nicolas Jackson
      Chelsea
      14

      Who has previously won the Premier League Golden Boot?
      1992/93 – Terry Sheringham (Tottenham), 22 goals
      1993/94 – Andy Cole (Newcastle), 34 goals
      1994/95 – Alan Shearer (Blackburn), 34 goals
      1995/96 – Alan Shearer (Blackburn), 31 goals
      1996/97 – Alan Shearer (Newcastle), 25 goals
      1997/98 – Chris Sutton (Blackburn), Dion Dublin (Coventry), Michael Owen (Liverpool), 18 goals
      1998/99 – Michael Owen (Liverpool), Dwight Yorke (Man Utd), Jimmy-Floyd Hasselbaink (Leeds), 18 goals
      1999/00 – Kevin Phillips (Sunderland), 30 goals
      2000/01 – Jimmy-Floyd Hasselbaink (Chelsea), 23 goals
      2001/02 – Thierry Henry (Arsenal), 24 goals

      2002/03 – Ruud van Nistelrooy (Man Utd), 25 goals
      2003/04 – Thierry Henry (Arsenal), 30 goals
      2004/05 – Thierry Henry (Arsenal), 25 goals
      2005/06 – Thierry Henry (Arsenal), 27 goals
      Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has won the most Golden Boots with a total of fourCredit: AFP
      2006/07 – Didier Drogba (Chelsea), 20 goals
      2007/08 – Cristiano Ronaldo (Man Utd), 31 goals
      2008/09 – Nicolas Anelka (Chelsea), 19 goals
      2009/10 – Didier Drogba (Chelsea), 29 goals
      2010/11 – Carlos Tevez (Man City), Dimitar Berbatov (Man Utd), 20 goals
      2011/12 – Robin van Persie (Arsenal), 30 goals
      2012/13 – Robin van Persie (Man Utd), 26 goals
      2013/14 – Luis Suarez (Liverpool), 31 goals
      2014/15 – Sergio Aguero (Man City), 26 goals
      2015/16 – Harry Kane (Tottenham), 25 goals
      2016/17 – Harry Kane (Tottenham), 29 goals
      2017/18 – Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), 32 goals
      2018/19 – Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Arsenal), Sadio Mane (Liverpool), Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), 22 goals
      2019/20 – Jamie Vardy (Leicester), 23 goals
      2020/21 – Harry Kane (Tottenham), 23 goals
      2021/22 – Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), Son Heung-min (Tottenham), 23 goals
      2022/23 – Erling Haaland (Man City), 36 goals
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      Harry Redknapp: Everyone knows I love a bargain… but getting Kyle Walker in a double transfer has to be my best ever

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      NO ONE likes a bargain more than me and I’d like to think I spotted my fair share over the years.But if I had to name the best of the lot, I’d struggle to beat the young right-back I signed from Sheffield United in my days as Tottenham boss.Kyle Walker is one of the best right-backs in Prem historyCredit: RexSpurs signed Kyle Naughton with Kyle Walker for £9mCredit: Getty – ContributorActually it was two of them and, at £9million for the pair, as good a bit of business as I ever did — because for me, one of them is now the best in the world. He has been for years.And this afternoon he will — barring a miracle — lift the Premier League title as captain of the Manchester City team which makes history by winning it for the fourth season in a row.It’s amazing to look back now and think that some people couldn’t understand why I had signed Kyle Walker AND Kyle Naughton in July 2009.Naughton, 20 at the time, was easier to get their head round because he was a first-team regular, but the other Kyle had only played a handful of games.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLI remember ringing Sam Ellis who’d worked at Sheffield United, and he had no doubt I should get them.The only thing I didn’t know was who’d be the better of the two.Naughton was so smooth on the ball, while Walker — just 19 years old at the time — was more dynamic and had speed to burn.They both went out on loan and it did Walker the world of good.Most read in FootballHe started the 2011-12 campaign as my first-choice right-back and ended it as PFA Young Player of the Year and in the PFA Team of the Year.Spurs got value for money when they sold him for £50m — and same goes for City.Kyle Walker ‘muds’ Arsenal fans as Man City star makes brutal ‘fireworks’ dig on live TVThere are so many stars at the Etihad that Walker is rarely the headline act and it will be the same again today if they  win the title.But don’t ever doubt how important Kyle has been yet again this season.And that pace? He’s so fast, it’s scary. There aren’t many who leave Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr for dead like he did.I thought you were supposed to slow down as you got older but with him it’s the opposite.Full-back, centre-half in a back three… you can stick him anywhere.And when it comes to leaders, he’s a top man for that too because City have been pushed all the way this time.The fact Arsenal still have a chance on the final day tells me boss Mikel Arteta couldn’t have done much more — but City just don’t slip up at this stage.There’s no doubt this is one of the great Premier League teams — although I’m not convinced they’re the best ever.Sir Alex Ferguson had some fantastic sides at Manchester United and they’d have something to say about that!READ MORE SUN STORIESMan for man, would City beat Roy Keane, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and David Beckham? Do they have a better centre-back pairing than Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic?It’s something I’ve been asked loads of times and my answer’s not changed… but it would certainly be one hell of a game! More

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      Jadon Sancho forced to take huge pay cut as Man Utd name price tag for Borussia Dortmund loanee

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      JADON SANCHO will not be handed a cut-price dream ticket back to Germany.And even if Borussia Dortmund do meet Manchester United’s asking price, he will have to take a hefty cut on his £275,000-a-week wages.Manchester United won’t be selling Jadon Sancho on a cut-price dealCredit: RexSancho wants to return to Borussia Dortmund after falling out of favour at Man UtdCredit: GettyThe Red Devils winger, 24, wants a permanent return to Dortmund after a sparkling loan spell for the Champions League finalists.United are happy to listen to offers but will not let the 23-cap England man go for less than 75 per cent of the £73million they paid Dortmund for him in 2021.Sancho, who became a global star in his first four years at the Bundesliga giants, was exiled at Old Trafford in September after falling out with boss Erik ten Hag.He went to Dortmund in January but his United deal runs to 2026 and there is talk of reconciliation.Read More on Man UtdIf Ten Hag is axed this summer, Sancho may be welcomed back as new technical director Jason Wilcox and CEO Omar Berrada worked with him at Manchester City.Sources also say Ten Hag’s tough stance has softened and could have him back if he stays at Old Trafford.But much will depend on how much Dortmund offer for their fan favourite and Sancho’s willingness to take a wage cut.Sancho’s turbulent three-year stint at United has only seen him amassing 12 goals and six assists in 82 appearances.Most read in FootballBut since returning to Dortmund on loan in January the winger has been regaining his old form.The forward has already registered three goals and three assists in 20 appearances with the Bundesliga giants.Jamie Carragher interviews Jadon Sancho on live TV after EIGHT PINTS and CBS Sports studio cannot bear to watchSancho has also played a crucial role in BVB’s road to the Champions League final where they will face Real Madrid on June 1 at Wembley. More

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      How many Premier League trophies are there?

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      THE last matchday of the Premier League season will take place on Sunday – and so much is still to be decided.Arsenal and Manchester City are in a two-horse race for this season’s title.Manchester City and Arsenal will go head-to-head for the Premier League titleCredit: REUTERSPep Guardiola’s side gave their hopes of a fourth straight Premier League triumph a boost after they beat Tottenham 2-0 to go two points clear at the top ahead of the final day.But all hope is not lost for Arsenal as they look to secure their first top flight title since their invincible season in 2003/04.The Gunners must beat Everton on the final day – and hope that London rivals West Ham can avoid defeat at the Etihad.But with two sides on either end of the country in with a chance of lifting the trophy – what do the Premier League do to prepare for such an occasion?READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHow many Premier League trophies are there?There are TWO identical Premier League trophies, which include an engraved base detailing past top flight winners.During the season, one is displayed by the Premier League champions, while the other is used by the league.The current champions are forced to return their trophy to the Premier League at least three weeks before the final league match of the season.This is because circumstances such as the one on Sunday can arise with the potential of two different teams being crowned champions.Most read in FootballSo, come the final day of the 2023/24 Premier League season, identical trophies will be waiting at both Man City’s Etihad stadium and Arsenal’s Emirates stadium.In addition to this, 40 winners’ medals will be at each ground.Alongside the silverware, the Premier League will provide podiums and fireworks at both stadiums.An expert engraver will be on hand at both arenas to etch the required team’s name onto the trophy after they lift it. More

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      Klopp shows fans inside his office with belongings boxed up after ‘strange and emotional’ Liverpool training session

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      JURGEN KLOPP provided a glimpse into his now former office after a “strange and emotional” Liverpool training session.The Reds were rocked in January when their German manager announced that he was going to leave Anfield after nine years at the end of the season.Jurgen Klopp posted an Instagram clip from inside his now former officeCredit: Instagram @KloppoThe footage showed boxes packed with his belongingsCredit: Instagram @KloppoKlopp said his final training session was ‘strange’ and ’emotional’Credit: Instagram @KloppoKlopp, who departs after winning the Carabao Cup in February, will make an emotional farewell to the Kop against Wolves in his final game on Sunday.He has guided the club to both Premier League title and Champions League glory as Arne Slot prepares to replace him in the dug-out.However, ahead of his grand finale tomorrow, Klopp shocked fans by joining Instagram and then issuing a sweet farewell video. He then followed that up with another video in which he provided supporters with a look inside his office at the club’s training ground.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd it showed that he has already boxed up his things as he prepared to leave the Reds’ HQ for the last time.“So, here I am, last day in the office,” he begins with.At that point he turned the camera to a window that overlooked one of the green pitches at Kirkby.Klopp continued: “Last session done and it was strange I would say.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“Few of the coaches got quite emotional, I would so.“I didn’t quite yet. I told myself that tomorrow’s a game and after that is holiday.Most dramatic Premier League’s final days“Obviously, I decide what I think until I get overwhelmed tomorrow.“So, I will leave this place which is… erm… yeah… an interesting experience I would say.”And at that point he pans the camera around to show several boxes he has packed with his belongings and keepsakes before finishing with a cheeky smile and a “ay-ay-ay-ay-ay”.He then finished off with: “See you tomorrow.”Meanwhile Dutchman Slot is also set to move into Klopp’s house on Merseyside.And the Anfield exodus continued this week when Liverpool announced that popular duo Joel Matip and Thiago Alcantara will be leaving the club.While the two players and Klopp will make an emotional farewell tomorrow, two of his staff members are looking forward to an exciting new challenge.READ MORE SUN STORIESHis assistant Pepijn Lijnders will take over as Red Bull Salzburg manager after he departs Liverpool.And he will be joined at the Austrian Bundesliga giants by fellow Anfield coach Vitor Matos, who will go as his No.2.Klopp has botched his Liverpool exit… and it’s cost him his legacy, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      NOW we know Jurgen Klopp’s final major trophy haul at Liverpool — one Champions League, one Premier League, one FA Cup, two League Cups and (if you must) a World Club Cup.
      But where does his reign stand among the greatest of the Premier League era?
      In black-and-white terms, Klopp is way behind Sir Alex Ferguson and Pep Guardiola, the only two men to have won multiple Premier Leagues and a Champions League at the same club.
      Those two sit alongside Brian Clough, Bob Paisley and Sir Matt Busby as the undoubted all-time managerial greats of the English game.
      But Klopp ranks in the next tier down — with Arsene Wenger, Jose Mourinho (the Chelsea version), Bill Shankly and Don Revie.
      These were all men with the strength of character to transform their clubs in their own image and enjoy success but who did not win as much as they might have done.
      Had Klopp managed to keep his intentions under wraps and ended up with another title, perhaps even a treble or quadruple, he’d have edged himself up into that highest echelon with Ferguson, Guardiola, Clough, Paisley and Busby.
      But deciding the timing and the manner of your exit is one of the toughest calls for any manager or sportsman.
      Klopp got it wrong.
      Read Dave Kidd’s take on Klopp’s demise in full here.
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      Roberto De Zerbi already ruled out of new job with European giants just hours after announcing Brighton exit

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      ROBERTO DE ZERBI has already been ruled out of a major new job.The Italian announced he will leave Brighton at the end of the season in a bombshell statement today.Roberto De Zerbi has been ruled out of the running for the Bayern Munich jobCredit: ReutersHe takes charge of his final Seagulls match tomorrow when Manchester United head to the AmEx.And De Zerbi is being linked with a host of top jobs around Europe once he becomes a free agent in the summer.However, according to Sky in Germany, he will not be taking over at Bayern Munich.Bayern’s season finished today with an embarrassing 4-2 defeat at Hoffenheim – despite leading 2-0 after six minutes.READ MORE ON DE ZERBIAnd that prompted the end of Thomas Tuchel’s brief tenure at the Allianz Arena.But although De Zerbi was heavily linked with replacing Tuchel, it is said to be completely off the cards.Sky reporter Florian Plettenberg tweeted: “Confirmed from all parties involved that Roberto De Zerbi will not become the new coach at FC Bayern.”Saga continues and time is running [out] for Bayern as many players from the current squad and potential new signings want to know who the new coach will be.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHansi Flick remains the favourite to be the next Bayern boss ahead of Erik ten Hag, Ralf Rangnick and Zinedine Zidane.De Zerbi, meanwhile, said he will “take a break before deciding my future plans”.Best ten new Premier League kits for next seasonHowever, the Barcelona job could be enticing with Xavi set to depart. De Zerbi has forged a strong reputation thanks to his two seasons in charge on the south coast.Having taken over from Graham Potter in September 2022, he led Brighton to a club-record sixth-placed finish last season and the Europa League last 16 this term. De Zerbi will be joined out of the AmEx exit door by seven members of his coaching staff.He said: “I am very sad to be leaving Brighton, but I am very proud of what my players and staff have achieved with the support of everyone at the club and our amazing fans in the past two historical seasons.Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton spell
      ROBERTO DE ZERBI’S spell at Brighton will come to an end following Sunday’s Premier League season finale against Manchester United.
      The Italian boss, 44, took over from Graham Potter in 2022 after his move to Chelsea.
      De Zerbi quickly attracted the attention of some of Europe’s biggest clubs for his attack-minded approach to coaching.
      He guided the Seagulls to sixth in the Premier League in his first season – earning them a first ever spot in European football.. in the Europa League no less.
      Brighton topped a tough group which included Ajax, Marseille and AEK Athens but were KO’d in the last 16 by Roma.
      Despite enduring a tougher season – with Brighton finishing tenth at best going into their final game – De Zerbi has been watched by the likes of Chelsea, Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Barcelona.
      It’s expected De Zerbi will move to one of the latter two this summer with his Brighton contract ended via mutual agreement.
      De Zerbi won 38 of his 88 matches on the south coast, losing just 28 times.
      Prior to his time at Brighton, the Italian manager Shakhtar Donetsk, Sassuolo, Benevento, Palermo, Foggia and Darfa Boario.

      “We have agreed to end my time at Brighton so that the club and I can continue to work in the way that suits each of us best, following our own ideas and visions, as well as our work and human values.”I have really enjoyed an intense and challenging two years working in the Premier League, not least competing in four major competitions this season.”READ MORE SUN STORIESIpswich’s heroic leader and former Manchester United coach Kieran McKenna, meanwhile, is reportedly a leading contender on the Seagulls’ wishlist to take over from De Zerbi for next season.However, McKenna has just led the Tractor Boys back into the Premier League with back-to-back promotions and may decide to stay put at Portman Road. Thomas Tuchel’s spell as Bayern boss ended with a 4-2 defeat to HoffenheimCredit: EPA More

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      Thiago Silva in brutal parting shot at Chelsea team-mates as he slams ‘egos’ and claims £1bn squad ‘not worthy’

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      THIAGO SILVA has left a brutal parting message for his Chelsea team-mates.The Brazilian, 39, is set to leave Stamford Bridge after tomorrow’s final day clash with Bournemouth.Thiago Silva is set to leave Chelsea after their final day clash with BournemouthCredit: GettySilva produced a tearful video message confirming his imminent Blues exit last month.Speaking again ahead of his final game, the decorated centre-back fired a warning to his team-mates about meeting Chelsea’s standards.He told Sky Sports: “Thiago knows what it means to wear a Chelsea shirt, you know.”And if I have a message to send to the boys that are here today, I hope they understand that everything they did to get to Chelsea has to be worth it.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Because the season we’re having is not worthy of Chelsea. It’s not.”And I think they have to do more next year, they need to do more.”Silva then paid tribute to the Chelsea supporters.”If you look at the games, the fans never left the team, never,” he added.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We were in ninth place, eighth, right? And the fans were always there.”They booed us off a little at the end of the match, but they’re always there in the stands, always with 40,000, 45,000.Emotional moment Thiago Silva breaks down in tears on stage and has to be consoled at Chelsea awards ceremony”If we were somewhere else, they could throw rocks at us – we know that happens in our country.”So these boys need to be aware that Chelsea has to fight for the top positions.”If we take a little of our ego and put it in favour of the team, I think it will work. If we don’t do that, the situation will hardly change unfortunately.”Chelsea’s spending has eclipsed £1bn since Todd Boehly’s arrival in 2022.They have since failed to compete at Europe’s top table, despite their lavish outlay.Nonetheless, the Blues have enjoyed a late season charge that has seen them climb into the top six.Chelsea have won their last four games, and have lost just one of their last 14 in the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESAfter tomorrow’s match, Silva will return to Brazil to re-join former club Fluminense.He played for the Brazilian club between 2006 and 2009, making 97 appearances before joining AC Milan.TYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK LIVE: ALL THE LATEST FROM HUGE UNDISPUTED WORLD TITLE FIGHT More

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      Brighton ‘identify leading contender to replace Roberto De Zerbi in shock swoop for former Man Utd coach’

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      BRIGHTON have identified Kieran McKenna as their leading candidate to replace Roberto De Zerbi, according to reports.De Zerbi, 44, will leave the Seagulls after their final day clash with Manchester United.Kieran McKenna is in high-demand after impressing at IpswichCredit: RexRoberto De Zerbi will leave Brighton after tomorrow’s final day clashCredit: PAWith the Italian to depart, Brighton have begun making contingency plans.And according to talkSPORT, Ipswich boss McKenna is a “leading contender” to be offered the Amex hotseat.McKenna, 38, worked as a first team coach at Man Utd under both Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.He left Old Trafford in December 2021 to manage Ipswich Town, then in League One.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Northern Irishman has since done a stunning job at Portman Road, guiding them to League One promotion in his first full season, before repeating the trick in the Championship.McKenna is primed to lead Ipswich into their first top flight campaign in 22 years.Brighton, however, will try to tempt him into leaving Town to take on a new challenge on the South Coast.McKenna is set to be a man in demand moving forward.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSEarlier this week he was linked with a move to former club Man Utd, should Erik ten Hag get the boot.As for De Zerbi, the outgoing Brighton boss has been linked with vacant posts at Bayern Munich and Barcelona.Man Utd boost as Thomas Tuchel ‘rejects chance to stay on at Bayern Munich’ with boss keen on Premier League return Upon the announcement that he would be leaving the Seagulls, De Zerbi wrote in a statement: “I am very sad to be leaving Brighton, but I am very proud of what my players and staff have achieved with the support of everyone at the club and our amazing fans in the past two historical seasons.”We have agreed to end my time at Brighton so that the club and I can continue to work in the way that suits each of us best, following our own ideas and visions, as well as our work and human values.”I have really enjoyed an intense and challenging two years working in the Premier League, not least competing in four major competitions this season.”Leaving now provides me with time to take a break before deciding on my future plans.”Chairman Tony Bloom, 54, added: “Roberto has given us two excellent seasons of service in which he has led the club to new heights, not least our first ever European campaign which will live long in the memory of Albion fans.“We have mutually agreed to end Roberto’s contract at a time that suits both parties allowing us the earliest opportunity to plan for next season, and Roberto plenty of time to consider his next move and his future.“I am sure our fans will give Roberto and his staff a wonderful and fully deserved send off at the Amex before, during and after tomorrow’s match.“In the meantime, I’d like to thank Roberto and his staff for all their hard work in the past two seasons. They all leave our club on good terms and with our very best wishes for the future.”READ MORE SUN STORIESIn addition to McKenna, Brighton have also been linked with a stunning reunion with former boss Graham Potter.While Francesco Farioli has also featured prominently with the bookies.TYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK LIVE: ALL THE LATEST FROM HUGE UNDISPUTED WORLD TITLE FIGHT More