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    Forgotten Premier League star, 35, now worth millions after lucrative career change

    FORMER Premier League star Florin Gardos has swapped boots and matches for bricks and mortar by becoming a property developer.Now he is rolling in it after his new career renovating houses in London and building new homes in Romania.A former Romania defender is now worth a fortune after success in another careerCredit: GettyFlorin Gardos, pictured in action for Southampton against Arsenal, spent four years at SaintsCredit: GettySouthampton paid Steaua Bucharest £6million to sign the Romanian international defender in 2014.However, the 35-year-old made just 18 appearances during four injury-hit years at St Mary’s.Gardos left the Premier League to go to his homeland to join Universitatea Craiova and then retired in 2022.But he used the savings he banked from his time in the beautiful game to start a new career and he has not looked back since.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLGardos told Pro Sport: “I invested in houses in the UK after I got injured for the first time.“I had money in the bank, but didn’t invest it. There was a moment when I asked myself – what if something happened and I couldn’t play any more?“A friend who still lives in England guided me. “We bought houses on the outskirts of London built in the 1930s and ’40s, rebuilt them and rented them out.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“We bought them with extraordinary interest rates, 1.5 to 2.5 per cent. I had the advantage of my friend, who went out to find the properties.“He knew the market well, he knew estate agents and he had a renovation company. I learned from him.Most dramatic Premier League’s final days“Taking out a loan is not easy. Both you and the seller are required to have a lawyer, and the process of checking the documents takes a month or two.“The risk of spikes decreases, and it is a good investment.”After striking it lucky in our capital, Gardos, who won two Romanian titles with Steaua – now known as FCSB – returned back to his country and enjoyed more success.He told a podcast: “I set up a company when I returned to Craiova, and my associates advised me to start there.“We built a block with 20 apartments, and it sold very well. “We started a second one, and the world is open to us as people saw we do quality things.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I founded a second company in 2022 by myself.“I focused on building houses in my hometown Satu Mare.”Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Every Arsenal player set to leave this summer revealed including £5million Arsene Wenger signing and forgotten defender

    ARSENAL are set to wave goodbye to at least three players this summer – including a long-term club servant.Mikel Arteta has been effective in clearing out the dead wood since he was named Arsenal boss.Mikel Arteta is set to axe more dead wood from his squadCredit: GettyBut there are still some players who he has been unable to find suitors for, who are now set to leave when their contracts expire this summer.One of those players is a remnant of the Arsene Wenger era – one of only three left standing alongside Eddie Nketiah and Reiss Nelson.Arsenal are set to make a reported saving of £140,000-a-week by offloading the trio, who have had mixed experiences at The Emirates.Mohamed ElnenyElneny, 31, was signed for just £5million by Wenger in 2016, making him the longest-serving player at the club with the exception of academy graduates.READ MORE ON ARSENALHe has been a rotation option throughout his eight-year stay in North London, which included a spell on loan at Besiktas in the 2019-20 season.The Egyptian never played more than 23 league games in a single campaign but has always been a loyal squad member and never kicked up a fuss.Elneny’s importance has diminished even more in the last two years with eight Premier League appearances across the two campaigns, so it is no surprise his contract is not being renewed.Mohamed Elneny will leave after eight years at ArsenalCredit: GettyCedric SoaresCedric’s departure has also been expected for some time, and the Gunners will be pleased to free up his £75,000-a-week wages.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMikel 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.

    The 32-year-old arrived from Southampton in 2019 but has made just 64 appearances and has always ranked below Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu in the pecking order.Cedric spent time on loan at Fulham last season and has barely been seen this campaign.Cedric Soares’ departure has been expected for some timeCredit: ReutersKylian Mbappe will join ARSENAL and not Real Madrid, claims IShowSpeed as he slams Fabrizio Romano over transfer claimKarl HeinHein, 22, was signed as a teenager in 2018 under Unai Emery but has never got a look in.He played just once for Arsenal in a game to forget, losing 3-1 to Brighton in the Carabao Cup.Karl Hein made just one appearance for the Gunners first-teamCredit: Getty More

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    Former Arsenal star now worth £180million thanks to kebab empire signs up Backstreet Boys for huge music festival

    ARSENAL cult hero Lukas Podolski has signed up legendary nineties boyband the Backstreet Boys to headline his new music festival in Germany.The 38-year-old created GLUCKSGEFUHLE Festival alongside Markus Krampe last year.Lukas Podolski has built up a business empireCredit: SplashThe former Arsenal star has now launched a music festivalCredit: Getty Images – GettyPodolski has signed the Backstreet Boys up to performCredit: AP:Associated PressIt quickly became Germany’s largest music festival, with 135,000 people visiting the Hockenheimring in Baden-Wurttemberg.The festival is set to return in September this year and up to 200,000 fans are expected to attend.Those in attendance will be treated to some star-studded performances from the likes of Lost Frequencies and Martin Garrix.The Backstreet Boys, famous for singing 90s hits ‘Everybody’ and ‘I Want It That Way’, have also been booked in for a set on the main stage.Read More on ArsenalGLUCKSGEFUHLE Festival is Podolski’s latest career venture outside of football.The ex-Germany international has built up his own business empire with a chain of kebab restaurants and an ice cream brand.SunSport even went to Cologne to try out the 130-cap German international’s ‘Poldi Sandwich’.The 130-cap Germany star’s business acumen has seen his net worth increase to a reported £177.5million.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPodolski has also launched a sports centre and a football tournament featuring influencers, former players and fans.And he is the founder of the Lukas Podolski Foundation for Sport and Education.Former Arsenal star Lukas Podolski explodes about McDonald’s as he defends prices of his kebab chainThe organisation helps to provide opportunities for socially disadvantaged children.Podolski is still playing football at the age of 38.He currently plays for Polish side Gornik Zabrze.The forward made 93 appearances during his three-year spell with Arsenal between 2012 and 2015.Prior to then he made 106 appearances for Bayern Munich and 181 FC Koln.Podolski’s business empireLUKAS PODOLSKI is worth nearly £180million after building his own business empire.
    The former Arsenal forward’s portfolio includes a chain of kebab shops and an ice cream brand in his native Germany.
    Meanwhile, he has also launched a music festival, sports centre and a football tournament featuring influencers, former players and fans.
    Podolski previously spent three years with the Gunners, winning the FA Cup in 2014.
    Back in Germany, though, the 38-year-old has been building his own business empire.
    He first launched his dessert brand Ice Cream United in 2017, two years after leaving Arsenal.
    The business was founded in the Belgian district of Cologne, the home of Podolski’s first professional club.
    A year later, his first Mangal Doner kebab shop opened in the city and now consists of around 30 branches across Germany. More

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    Premier League permutations: All the details on title race, European spots & relegation battle as season draws to an end

    THERE is still so much to be decided as the Premier League comes to a close on Sunday afternoon.Here is all you need to know regarding the race for the title, European spots and the relegation battle.The Premier League title race will go down to the final dayCredit: GETTYWhat do Man City need to do to win the Premier League title?Manchester City needs to win their final two games away at Tottenham and at home to West Ham to guarantee a fourth straight title.Should Arsenal lose or draw to Everton on the final day, Pep Guardiola’s side will only need to claim victory from one of their last two matches.The Premier League title could even be decided on goal difference should the two English giants end level on points.What do Arsenal need to win the Premier League title?Arsenal need to beat Everton at the Emirates on the final day and hope that Man City don’t win their two remaining matches.READ MORE IN PREMIER LEAGUEMikel Arteta’s side could even claim the trophy with a draw if City only take one point from their last two games.And the Gunners could also win the title on goal difference should the two sides end on the same points.How the Premier League title could be decided by goal difference?This season’s frantic title race could be decided on goal difference if Man City and Arsenal finish level on points.For that to happen, the Gunners must draw their last game with Everton and City draw their final two matches – or Arteta’s side lose their final game and City only take one point from the six available.Most read in FootballBoth teams could also be tied for top spot if Arsenal beat Everton and City only take four points from the last two.The Gunners currently hold a +3 goal difference to City.Who can claim a spot in Europe?Arsenal, Man City and Liverpool have all confirmed their spots in next season’s Champions League.Aston Villa and Tottenham are both still in the mix for fourth but the Villans edged closer to securing Champions League football after picking up a late point against Liverpool on Monday night.Should Spurs lose or draw to Man City on Tuesday, Villa will be in the Champions League next season.But if Tottenham win against the champions it will go down to the final day and Villa must claim at least a point to guarantee a top four finish as they have a far superior goal difference.Spurs can confirm a top-five finish if they avoid defeat against Man City on Tuesday night.If they lose to City, they could still guarantee fifth place before their final game if Newcastle and Chelsea both lose in midweek.The race for Europe will go down to the final day for both Newcastle and Chelsea even if they win on Wednesday night.However, goal difference means that should Newcastle secure all three points against Manchester United – and Chelsea lose at Brighton, it would take a minimum of a 12-goal swing on the final day for Toon to miss out on sixth.The Red Devils can claim a spot in the Europa League even if they finish eighth as they can qualify for continental football by winning the FA Cup.Should Erik ten Hag’s side lose, the Europa League football place will go to seventh position.Who will qualify for Europe as it stands?*If Man Utd win the FA CupChampions League: (1st) Arsenal, (2nd) Man City, (3rd) Liverpool, (4th) Aston VillaEuropa League: (5th) Tottenham, Man Utd (as FA Cup winners)UEFA Conference League: (6th) Newcastle*If Man City win the FA CupChampions League: (1st) Arsenal, (2nd) Man City, (3rd) Liverpool, (4th) Aston VillaEuropa League: (5th) Tottenham, (6th) NewcastleUEFA Conference League: (7th) ChelseaREAD MORE SUN STORIESWho can get relegated from the Premier League?Sheffield United and Burnley have already been officially relegated from the Premier League.Luton Town are all but down, as they will need to beat Fulham on the final day and hope Burnley beat Nottingham Forest, with a 12-goal swing required. More

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    Every Man Utd star set to leave club in summer revealed with Erik ten Hag set to free up £760,000 per WEEK in wages

    RAPHAEL VARANE is set to be followed out of the exit door at Old Trafford by several other Manchester United stars.The defender announced he will leave at the end of the season after three years at the club.Several Manchester United stars have been linked with transfersCredit: AFPVarane is out of contract next month and will become a free agent, a fate awaiting three of his team-mates.Several United players have been linked with moves away with captain Bruno Fernandes considering a transfer.Casemiro, Antony and Marcus Rashford all face uncertain futures too, but here are five stars who are set to depart the club this summer.Raphael VaraneVarane, 31, arrived with much fanfare ahead of a season where United were expected to mount a title challenge under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe four-time Champions League winner joined alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Jadon Sancho in 2021, but like that duo he failed to live up to expectation.Injuries have been a big issue for Varane throughout his United spell, limiting the Frenchman to just 21 Prem appearances this campaign.United will be glad to free up his £340,000 a week wages.Raphael Varane has announced he will leave the clubCredit: PAAnthony MartialAnother player who has been ravaged by injuries, the writing has been on the wall for Martial for some time.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSunSport’s verdict on Man Utd flopsSir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos have a busy summer ahead to get Man Utd’s squad in order for next season. Below SunSport gives it verdict on how they should deal with the Red Devils flops this summer.
    Andre Onana – STAY: After a dodgy start at Old Trafford Onana has proven to be one of the more reliable members of the squad this season despite being peppered with shots constantly.
    Altay Bayindir – GO: Reports in February suggested Bayindir was unhappy with his bit part role at Man Utd amid interest from Turkish giants Galatasaray. If profit can be made on a sale then it should be done.
    Tom Heaton – STAY: Veteran goalkeeper Heaton, 38, is a reliable back-up and is on a relatively small wage at the club. So long as he is happy it makes sense to keep him.
    Aaron Wan-Bissaka – GO: Wan-Bissaka, 26, has never managed to make the right-back position his own. With his contract up in 2025 it makes sense to cash in now.
    Diogo Dalot – STAY: Dalot, 26, has been one of Man Utd’s most consistent performers this season.
    Raphael Varane – GO: If it wasn’t for his injury record there would be a strong shout to keep Varane, but costs need to be cut to allow the squad to be freshened up.
    Harry Maguire – GO: Maguire has showed he has the right character to be at Man Utd but overall ability and desired profile are another matter, with Maguire too slow to play in a high line defence.
    Lisandro Martinez – STAY: Martinez, 26, is second to none in terms of build up play. He needs a long-term defensive partner on the right side and to cut out the injuries which have plagued him this season.
    Jonny Evans – GO: Veteran campaigner Evans could easily be on the stay list if he was only going to be a bit part player. But he has shown his advanced years at times this season.
    Victor Lindelof – GO:  Lindelof, 29, has been reliable if not unremarkable in his Man Utd career. He has one year left on his contract so should be moved on if a decent transfer fee can be got for him.
    Willy Kambwala – STAY: He should be given the opportunity to mature for a few years behind a senior CB pairing before stepping into the first team as a starter or being moved on.
    Luke Shaw – GO: One of the Premier League’s best left-backs when fit, Shaw has been a good servant when available. But alas that has been his Achilles heel once again this season.
    Tyrell Malacia – STAY: Malacia, 24, was decent enough to earn some merit in his first season at Man Utd before injury ended his season and inadvertently led to his second season being a write off.
    Sofyan Amrabat – GO: Amrabat, 27, looked like a world beater at the Qatar World Cup with Morocco. But he’s had an underwhelming season in England and his loan spell will almost certainly not be made permanent.
    Casemiro – GO: An alarming physical decline has seen him turn from key star to burden. If a club is willing to buy the 32-year-old – who has two more years on his contract – then United should snatch their hand off.
    Christian Eriksen – GO: Eriksen proved a useful asset and Ineos should look to bring in another player with similar traits, but frankly his legs have looked gone towards the end of this season.
    Kobbie Mainoo – STAY: The first of the so-called untouchables, Mainoo has been a rare glimmer of hope in the Red Devils midfield this season.
    Mason Mount – STAY: Mount can be given the benefit of the doubt until summer 2025 at least after a debut season riddled with injury.
    Scott McTominay – STAY: McTominay, 27, has proven himself to be a brilliant plan B off the bench this season, and that is exactly why Ineos should look to keep him.
    Bruno Fernandes – STAY: Man Utd’s best player since his arrival just over four years ago, Fernandes, 29, remains second-to-none when it comes to creating chances while his tenacity boosts those around him.
    Antony – GO: There’s a case to argue that Antony may be the worst pound-for-pound signing in Premier League history. Despite some memorable moments he simply isn’t Man Utd quality.
    Anthony Martial – GO: Ultimately Martial needs to be let go when his deal runs out this summer after an appalling injury record of late.
    Marcus Rashford – STAY: As easy as it would be to say Rashford should leave the club this summer, it is difficult to look at the market and find many available players capable of scoring 30 goals a season.
    Alejandro Garnacho – STAY: Another third of the untouchables trio, Garnacho has made the right-wing his own since coming into it. He’s a raw talent but has shown he has the quality to improve.
    Rasmus Hojlund – STAY: A slow burner in his first Man Utd season, the 21-year-old has often been starved of supply which has led to him being unable to get the goals his movement and unselfish play often merits.
    Amad Diallo – STAY: In the fleeting moments he has been on the pitch for Man Utd this season, Diallo has looked dangerous and exciting. He should be given a chance to flourish with some proper chances in the first team across a whole season.

    He enjoyed a mini renaissance under Erik ten Hag last season with nine goals in 17 stars, but he just did not play enough.Martial, 28, is yet another star who has failed to fulfil expectations with 90 goals in 317 games after arriving for £45million on a salary of £250,000-a-week.Man Utd’s top targets for the transfer windowSofyan AmrabatMartial’s time at Old Trafford may not have worked out as planned, but he has been far from the disaster Amrabat has.The only silver lining for United is they failed to sign the midfielder on a permanent basis as originally planned, so his loan from Fiorentina will end next month, freeing up £65,000-a-week.He has looked cumbersome on the ball and off the pace off it – a far cry from the Amrabat who starred for Morrocco as they reached the 2022 World Cup semi-final.A return of just 19 league appearances shows how poor the 27-year-old has been – this is one many United fans will be happy to see the back of.Christian EriksenUnited fought off plenty of competition for Eriksen’s signature two years ago, but the 32-year-old has looked past his best for the Red Devils.Ten Hag wanted a playmaker after missing out on Frenkie de Jong but Eriksen failed to tick the boxes needed and his impending exit has looked likely for some time, particularly as he reportedly earns £150,000-a-week.Tom HeatonThe former England goalkeeper initially arrived believing he would play second fiddle to Dean Henderson.READ MORE SUN STORIESDavid de Gea ended up staying which shoehorned him into third choice, but he has played a big role off the pitch as one of the most influential leaders in the squad.He was wanted by Luton last summer so still might stick around in the Premier League at the age of 38. More

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    Premier League club’s new 23,000-seat stadium edges closer as they submit plans to reroute river

    PLANS for Luton Town’s proposed new stadium have been revealed.The Hatters are set to relocate to Power Court in the near future.Luton are planning to build a new 23,000-seater stadiumCredit: LUTON TOWNThe new ground is set to be built at Power CourtCredit: LUTON TOWNA river is set to be rerouted to make way for the stadiumCredit: LUTON TOWNA 23,000-seater stadium has been designed following the club’s incredible rise to the Premier League.It will be situated in the heart of Luton town centre, just over a mile away from Kenilworth Road.But in order to go ahead with the build, the River Lea will have to be rerouted.Full plans to reroute the river have been lodged with Luton Borough Council by 2020 Developments Limited, on behalf of Luton Town.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSean McGrath, director of professional services firm WSP, said: “Works are necessary to the River Lea to ensure commercial and residential developments can progress.”The works will require detailed engineering and hydraulic modelling, which will be agreed with the Environment Agency.”Talks have begun, but it could be some time before the final course and form of the river is fully understood.”Outline consent for a mixed-use development on the land was granted in 2019.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCurrent planning permission allows for the stadium as well as leisure, entertainment and community facilities and up to 1,200 homes to be built.Luton Borough Council are expected to consider the project in due course.Devastated Luton boss Rob Edwards left in TEARS as West Ham loss leaves club all but relegated from Premier LeagueThe Hatters are set to be relegated from the Premier League this weekend.Luton’s fate was all-but confirmed following a 3-1 defeat to West Ham on Saturday.It means all three clubs that were promoted last season will return to the Championship. More

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    Raphael Varane will LEAVE Man Utd in summer on free transfer as Sir Jim Ratcliffe begins club overhaul

    RAPHAEL VARANE will leave Manchester United when his contract expires this summer, the club have confirmed.The Frenchman, who currently earns £350,000-a-week, has made 93 appearances for United since joining from Real Madrid almost three years ago.Raphael Varane will leave Man Utd this summerCredit: PAThe defender announced his departure with a video on social mediaCredit: X formerly Twitter / @raphaelvaraneVarane announced his departure with a heartfelt message on social media.In a video, he said: “To you guys, supporters of Manchester United, it’s been an amazing few years to play for this special club and wearing that shirt.”The first time I went to Old Trafford as a Man Utd player it was insane, the atmosphere was amazing.”I fell in love with the club, with the fans. You have to play for Man Utd to understand what that represents.Read More on Football”For my kids, it’s home here. It’s going to be a special place for me for life.”Varane played his final match for Man Utd at the beginning of April, when the Red Devils suffered a dramatic 4-3 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.The defender has since been sidelined with a muscle injury.He is one of several players set to leave Old Trafford this summer, with new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe determined to overhaul the first team squad.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Red Devils are expected to entertain talks for almost everyone except Kobbie Mainoo, Rasmus Hojlund and Alejandro Garnacho.Ahead of his imminent exit, Varane insists Man Utd are in great shape under the guidance of Ratcliffe and his INEOS group.Man Utd’s top targets for the transfer windowThe 31-year-old added: “Despite the fact we had a difficult season, I’m very positive for the future.”The new owners are coming with a clear plan and a great strategy.”Varane’s Man Utd careerBy Neil Custis
    RAPHAEL VARANE arrived at Old Trafford to a huge ovation.
    Walking out to the centre circle ahead of the opening game of the 2021-22 season he took out his own mobile phone to capture the moment.
    This seemed to be another step under Ole Solskjaer towards getting Manchester United back to the glory days – wrong.
    It is unlikely the four time Champions League winner is going to get anything like the farewell he might have hoped for.
    The French World Cup winner has announced he will definitely be leaving in the summer.
    He posted a heartfelt thanks to the club and fans a day before their final home game of the season.
    No doubt he has done it in the hope of an emotional send off – who advises these people?
    Varane has played an average of just over 20 league games a season since his big money switch from Real Madrid while raking in around £350,000 a week.
    At no time did we see the player who had served Real Madrid so well.
    Once again the club has been used as a convenient pay day by a player who can no longer hit the heights.
    Thank you and goodbye.

    Varane concluded his farewell video by saying: “I’ll see you at Old Trafford to say goodbye for the last game at home this season. And it’s going to be a very emotional day for me, for sure.”The World Cup winner walks away from Old Trafford having earned just under £55million in wages.During his time with United, Varane won the Carabao Cup at Wembley in 2023.He is yet to announce his next club, although he is understood to be interested in moving to Italy or Saudi Arabia.Varane’s statement in full
    “To you guys, supporters of Manchester United, it’s been an amazing few years to play for this special club and wearing that shirt.
    “The first time I went to Old Trafford as a Man Utd player it was insane, the atmosphere was amazing.
    “I fell in love with the club, with the fans. You have to play for Man Utd to understand what that represents.
    “For my kids, it’s home here. It’s going to be a special place for me for life.
    “When the fans go to Wembley it’s something they remember for life. To share that moment with them was absolutely amazing.
    “Despite the fact we had a difficult season, I’m very positive for the future.
    “The new owners are coming with a clear plan and a great strategy.
    “I’ll see you at Old Trafford to say goodbye for the last game at home this season. And it’s going to be a very emotional day for me, for sure.” More

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    Under-fire Man Utd boss Ten Hag faces being stranded without a job as club he’s linked with ‘agree terms with manager’

    ERIK TEN HAG could face a spell without a club if he is sacked by Manchester United this summer.United have suffered a disastrous campaign and reaching the FA Cup final may be the only reason why the Dutchman is still in a job.Erik ten Hag could be forced to spend some time out of the gameCredit: GettyBut SunSport understands United have made the decision to sack Ten Hag regardless of what happens at Wembley against Manchester City.And he could be forced to spend some time out of the game – just like former Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.That is because former club Ajax, who Ten Hag has been linked with, appear set to appoint Italian Francesco Farioli as their new manager, according to De Telegraaf.Farioli is set to make the switch from Nice after former Chelsea boss Graham Potter turned down an approach from the Dutch side.READ MORE ON MAN UTDTen Hag was also in the running to take over from Thomas Tuchel as Bayern Munich boss before being dropped as a candidate.It means he will face an uncertain future if he does part ways with United.Ten Hag still believes he will be at Old Trafford next season and has claimed the fans are still behind the team despite a 14th league defeat of the season at the weekend.He said: “I think they have common sense, they seen when you have 32 different backlines, when you lose eight centre backs, when we don’t have a left full back they know that will have a negative impact on results.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWilly Kambwala wants to become rock at the back for Man Utd… but Erik ten Hag probably won’t be around to see itBy Ken Lawrence
    ERIK TEN HAG insists he is still the right man to take Manchester United forward.
    The Dutchman believes he can recapture their former glories, despite escaping for the second time in a row what could have been humiliation by Liverpool at the weekend.
    And teen Willy Kambwala revealed his “passion” is to become a rock at the heart of United’s defence after making just his second start of the season against their bitter rivals.
    United trailed 1-0 at half-time on Sunday but fought back to take a 2-1 lead before Mo Salah’s 84th-minute equaliser from the penalty spot.
    Ten Hag was pleased with the second-half performance, declaring it “another signal and message for the future,” before adding, “the team and squad have high potential.”
    Yet the Old Trafford chief sounds more and more like he has his finger stuck in a leaky dyke and does not think it is going to hold.
    Comeback or not, United still threw away a lead for the third time in eight days following their 4-3 defeat to Chelsea and 1-1 draw with Brentford — both deep into injury time.
    And his body language suggests he expects to be crossing it to go back to Holland with his P45 this summer
    Read Ken Lawrence’s comment piece in full.
    Or read more from Ken Lawrence.

    “But we are still fighting and we have a huge FA Cup final, we are still there, it can be a highlight of the season but we know why we are underperforming, I am a realistic person, I see this, I analyse and no team will perform with these injuries.”United are exploring their options for Ten Hag’s successor with Brentford’s Thomas Frank the latest name to be linked. Man Utd star ‘has told Jason McAteer who will replace Erik ten Hag as manager’ as pundit reveals all on live TV More