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    ‘Just let him f***ing defend’, slams Man Utd icon as he blasts Ten Hag’s ‘crazy’ tactics for star tipped to be replaced

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    A MANCHESTER UNITED legend says they don’t need Jeremie Frimpong – instead erik ten Hag should just let Aaron Wan-Bissaka “f***ing defend” instead.Pressure has been mounting at Old Trafford and as they narrowly avoided disaster to beat Coventry on penalties and set-up a showdown with Man City in the FA Cup final last weekend.Erik ten Hag has been told to let Aaron Wan-Bissaka ‘f***ing defend’Credit: GettyThe Red Devils have been linked with a move for Jeremie Frimpong as a replacementCredit: PAHowever, they did not avoid embarrassment after blowing a three goal lead against the Championship outfit.Ten Hag’s side then trailed twice to bottom club Sheffield United before scraping a 4-2 win at Old Trafford in the Premier League on Wednesday.Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the 71-year-old billionaire, has taken over football operations at United after buying a 25 per cent stake in the club.And he has set about overhauling things off the pitch, appointing Jason Wilcox as technical director Southampton after revealing ex-Man City man Omar Berrada as their new chief executive.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAnd talks are still ongoing about Newcastle’s Dan Ashworth, who is on gardening leave, coming in as new sporting director.Meanwhile, the new top brass are reportedly trying to offload 11 players this summer in order to help fund six new signings with right-back Wan-Bissaka among them.And United’s new regime have identified Jeremie Frimpong as a perfect signing to bolster their defence.The highly-rated Dutchman, 23, was previously at Man City before joining Celtic five years ago and now plays for Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWe reported how “concrete talks” had taken place over a potential transfer move for Frimpong.But 1999 treble-winning striker Dwight Yorke believes United already have a good right-back in Wan-Bissaka – if Ten Hag would let him do his job.I won iconic Treble at Man Utd… but I fear I’ll have to BUY a football club to ever land another managerial jobKlopp copied Fergie’s ‘biggest mistake’ and it’s derailed his final season, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd

    JURGEN KLOPP was genuinely surprised to hear it, on the January day when he announced his intention to quit Liverpool at the end of the season.
    It was put to him that Sir Alex Ferguson had told his Manchester United players in the summer of 2001 that the coming season would be his last.
    Ferguson later performed a U-turn and stayed at Old Trafford for another 11 years.
    But the great Scot admitted that revealing his intentions had been the ‘biggest mistake I made’.
    “I think a lot of them put their tools away,” said Ferguson, “They thought, ‘Oh, the manager’s leaving’.”
    It was a part of English footballing history which Klopp knew nothing about and he raised his eyebrows when he was told about it.
    Liverpool were top of the Premier League, having lost only a single domestic match all season – and that a controversial VAR-infested affair at Tottenham.
    But their form has nosedived since, with dreams of a farewell quadruple long gone.
    And Klopp may well now be reflecting on the wisdom of his announcement.
    Read Dave Kidd’s take on Klopp’s demise in full here.
    Or click here to check out all of Dave Kidd’s articles.

    Yorke told Crypto Casino LTD: “If Jeremie Frimpong is a bit fragile defensively, then he’ll be bought for a certain system by the manager.“Nowadays, fullbacks play much higher up the pitch and can play in all types of systems, but I don’t know how Erik ten Hag wants to play.“Man United already have a good right back in Aaron Wan-Bissaka, but you can say he’s the opposite of Frimpong, great defensively but not that great going forward. “When we attack, we should be letting Wan Bissaka sit back and offer more defensive protection, handling the one v one on the wing. But instead, he’s told to bomb up the wing and try to take on a player, which he can’t do.“Erik ten Hag should take away Wan-Bissaka’s attacking duties and make him defend, then they can have some solidarity in the defence.“Instead, Wan-Bissaka, who doesn’t score or create, run around like a headless chicken in the opposition box, running in his teammates’ way.Yorke added:  “It’s not rocket science, watching this unfold is crazy.“The one thing you need in the defence is to be able to defend one v one. Just let him f***ing defend.”Wan-Bissaka was signed from Crystal Palace for £50m in 2019 and he made the highest number of tackles in the Premier League during his first season but his form has been up and down since.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe struggled with illness and injuries last term and that has seen Diogo Dalot overtake him in the pecking.He’s played 24 times this term but Inter Milan have been eyeing a cut-price £13m swoop with the full-back only having a year left on his deal.Pundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
    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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      Arsenal transfer boost as Newcastle boss Howe confirms Bruno Guimaraes IS up for sale.. but they’ll have to move quickly

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      EDDIE HOWE revealed Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes is available for £100million for one month this summer.Arsenal, Manchester City and PSG are all eyeing up moves for Toon’s Brazilian midfielder.Bruno Guimaraes will be available for £100m this summer – for a limited periodCredit: PABut the Magpies boss told them they’ll have to stump up the cash from the last week of May to the beginning of the last week of June.Bruno, 26, penned a new five-year deal with the Magpies last October but there is a £100m release clause valid for four weeks at the end of this season.And Howe told rivals to put up or shut up if they want the Samba international.He said: “We don’t want the constant speculation, it’s not healthy for the player or for us.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“Having the release clause was well planned and structured by the club, in the sense that there is a finish point.“It goes without saying what my thoughts on the Bruno situation are.“We want to keep him, we want to build our team around him and he’s an integral part of what we are doing. He seems very happy and settled.“He’ll be thinking about a busy summer ahead and where we can hopefully take the team.Most read in Football“He is a bit of that but we are not in control, so we shall see.”BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHow ‘big angel’ Joelinton rescued boss after he fainted in Subway
      NEWCASTLE cult hero Joelinton rescued his old boss after he fainted in Subway.
      And coach Pellegrino Matarazzo still calls the Brazilian his ‘angel’.
      Matarazzo was Joelinton assistant manager during the midfielder’s spell in Germany with Hoffenheim.
      Recalling the scary incident, the Matarazzo revealed: “I was standing in the queue and I wasn’t feeling well.
      “I tried to go over to the Coca-Cola machine to quickly get a drink.
      “I realised I was about to faint, and I did faint.
      “When I opened my eyes I saw Joelinton! ‘Rino, Rino, are you okay?’
      “He was like a small, no a big, angel – Joelinton, what are you doing here?”
      Click here to read the full story…

      Howe is predicting a bumpy summer on Tyneside, with Arsenal and Barcelona also interested in red-hot striker Alexander Isak.The Toon Army are worried at least one of Bruno or Isak will be sold to help Saudi-funded Newcastle navigate Financial Fair Play restrictions.England star Anthony Gordon planning shock career change as Newcastle ace reveals his ‘calling’Asked if he can sign who he wants without selling one of the two stars, Howe added: “Yeah, I think so. I can’t predict the future but whatever happens we can fight, live again and create a slightly different team.“I want to make changes but changes that can transport us forward.”However, Howe warned: “I know exactly where I want to take the team but with our current financial situation, I’m not sure we’re able to recruit ready-made elite players.Both in terms of wages and transfer fees, we’re not in a position to do that. We have to sign players with the potential to become world class.“We have to be really smart with our recruitment, we maybe have to be slightly different to some of the other clubs we’re in and around.” More

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      Man Utd ‘willing to axe up to ELEVEN players this summer including Rashford and Maguire in massive transfer overhaul’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could make as many as 11 players available this summer as Sir Jim Ratcliffe looks to transform the club.And both Marcus Rashford and Harry Maguire could allegedly be part of the exodus.Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s arrival could see 12 players depart Man Utd this summerCredit: PAA report states that Harry Maguire and Marcus Rashford could both be soldCredit: PAErik ten Hag’s side narrowly avoided disaster to beat Coventry on penalties and set-up a showdown with Man City in the FA Cup final on Sunday.But they did not avoid embarrassment after blowing a three goal lead against the Championship outfit.They then trailed twice to bottom club Sheffield United before scraping a 4-2 win at Old Trafford in the Premier League on Wednesday as pressure still mounts on Ten Hag over his future.Those performances and the poor displays this term have highlighted the need for a huge squad overhaul after a number of changes off the pitch.READ MORE ON MAN UTDRatcliffe, the 71-year-old billionaire, has taken over football operations at United since buying a 25 per cent stake in the club.He confirmed the appointment of Jason Wilcox as technical director this month from Southampton in their latest change.His arrival comes after Man Utd revealed ex-Man City man Omar Berrada as their new chief executive and talks are ongoing about Newcastle’s Dan Ashworth, who is on gardening leave, coming in as new sporting director.Now the Daily Mirror says that United are planning a 11-man clearout with six transfer targets in mind for Ratcliffe.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe chief knows that financial fair play rules will limit United’s spending power.But they know that extra funds can be raised through player sales in order to help rebuild the side.Man Utd 4 Sheff Utd 2: Captain Fernandes scores twice as Utd come from behind to ease pressure on Ten HagAnd “every position in the squad is under scrutiny” as they look to offload up to 11 players.But whose head is on the chopping block?Aaron Wan-BissakaSigned from Crystal Palace for £50m in 2019.Made the highest number of tackles in the Premier League during his first season but his form has been up and down.Struggled with illness and injuries last term and that has seen Diogo Dalot overtake him in the pecking.He’s played 24 times this term but Inter Milan are eyeing a cut-price £13m swoop with the full-back only having a year left on his deal.Raphael VaraneThe World Cup-winning French defender arrived from Real Madrid in 2021 for £42m.But the multiple Champions League winner has endured an underwhelming three seasons at Old Trafford that have been blighted by injuries.He will leave as a free transfer once his deal expires in June, freeing up more than £300,000 a week from the wage bill.Victor LindelofThe versatile Swede was signed by Jose Mourinho in 2017.Has looked shaky numerous times for United but his contract was extended for another year in January to avoid losing him for nothing.Harry MaguireCost a mega £85m from Leicester City in 2019 and went on to become skipper.A dramatic loss of form led to him being stripped of the armband by Erik ten Hag but he turned down a move to West Ham last summer.The England defender has bounced back with some good displays this term and could attract interest if he has a good Euro 2024.Casemiro has struggled to replicate his form this season from his first yearCredit: GettyCasemiroUnited forked out £70m to Real Madrid for the Brazilian in 2022 and he impressed last season.The 32-year-old inspired them to League Cup success but he has looked a shadow of his former self this term amid talk of a mega-money move to the Middle East.Still has two years left on his £350,000 per week contract.Sofyan AmrabatWas brought in on a season-long loan at the end of the summer transfer window.A regular on the subs bench, the Moroccan midfielder has often filled in as deputy left-back amid United’s defensive injury woes.This report states there is little chance his deal will be made permanent.Christian EriksenSigned as a free agent upon Ten Hag’s arrival at the club in 2022.The Dane has never been a regular starter and has often struggled to impress off the bench.The ex-Tottenham ace, 32, still has another year to run on his contract.Marcus RashfordThis report states the academy graduate “will be sold for the right price” after he failed to replicate last season’s incredible form this term.The only issue regarding getting him off the books could be wages.The England ace, 26, became one of United’s top earners after penning a £325k-a-week contract until 2028 last summer.AntonyThe £85m winger was one of Ten Hag’s first signings from his former club Ajax.But after a bright start, he has failed to live up to that price tag and has only recorded one assist in the Premier League this season.Now United are “ready to cut their losses” on the 24-year-old Brazilian.Jadon SanchoAfter years of trying to get him, United finally landed Sancho for £73m in 2021.The England winger only had brief high points before Ten Hag sent him to Holland for extra training last season after he had missed out on the World Cup.He was exiled and sent out to Borussia Dortmund on loan after his explosive fall-out with the boss in January.Sancho, who is under contract until 2026, has found his form again but the Mirror says he is also up for sale, whether Ten Hag stays or goes.Although his loan arrangement with Dortmund did not include an option to buy.Anthony MartialThe France international joined United in a £44.5m deal from Monaco in 2015. In the last four injury-hit seasons he has hit just 12 Prem goals in 93 games and become surplus to requirements.His contract finally expires in June and there is no chance that United will look to extend the 28-year-old’s stay.Several more players could be sold while Ratcliffe has already called for “patience” with regards to his rebuild.But the report states that they “realistically” are hoping to bring in six new additions to the squad before the start of next season.READ MORE SUN STORIESEverton defender Jarrad Branthwaite and Bayer Leverkusen duo Edmond Tapsoba and Jeremie Frimpong are all believed to be targets.And Wolves pair Joao Gomes and Pedro Neto plus Borussia Dortmund forward Donyell Malen have been touted as well.Pundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
      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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      David De Gea trains at English club as unemployed former Man Utd star hints at comeback

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      DAVID DE GEA has hinted he may be about to return to football after taking part in a training session at an English non-league club.The Spanish goalkeeper was part of the last title-winning Manchester United squad.David De Gea has dropped another tease over his futureCredit: The TimesThe goalkeeper has shared footage of himself back in trainingCredit: INSTAGRAM @d_degeaofficialDe Gea was released by Man Utd after 12 years in June last year and remains unemployedCredit: PAHe has been keeping in shape at a local National League sideCredit: INSTAGRAM @d_degeaofficialHe left Old Trafford as a free agent last summer following a 12-year spell there despite winning the Golden Glove last term.United infamously released De Gea on his wedding day in June and he is still yet to find a new club.The 33-year-old was linked with Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Shabab and Newcastle following an injury to their No.1 Nick Pope but neither move materialised.More recent reports have emerged that he could be heading back to his homeland to join Real Betis.READ MORE ON MAN UTDDe Gea has remained living in Manchester throughout his time out, and even watched United’s women play, while he struggled to land a new job.The 45-capped Spain international has continued to stay in shape by training alone.Earlier this week he teased a return by issuing a three-word update on his future as he shared a video of himself training.That clip was filmed at his local non-league side Altrincham, who are battling for promotion via the National League play-offs.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDe Gea has now dropped another hint that a move could be on the cards by sharing another video along with a “loading” graphic of himself training on the pitch at their J Davidson Stadium.Meanwhile, United’s legendary former goalie Edwin van der Sar recently offered the ex-Atletico Madrid ace his support.Unemployed David De Gea relaxes on beach on holiday but is trolled by former Man Utd team-mate over sunburn The Dutchman recalled how he was in a similar scenario after leaving Juventus in 2001 but eventually joined Fulham before heading to Old Trafford and winning the Champions League.Commenting on another training clip posted by De Gea, Van der Sar wrote: “David, keep the faith and believe as I had something similar in 2001 and look what that brought me in the end!”David de Gea’s trophy haulHere’s every honour that the Spanish star has on his CV:
      Club:
      Atletico Madrid
      Europa League (2010)
      Uefa Super Cup (2010)
      Man Utd
      Premier League (2013)
      FA Cup (2016)
      League Cup (2017, 2023)
      Europa League (2017)
      International:
      Spain
      U21 European Championship (2011, 2013)

      Meanwhile, Liverpool legend Graeme Souness recently suggested that United boss Erik ten Hag made a mistake in letting the stopper leave on a free and bringing in Andre Onana.He said: “You need to prioritise. You have to try and strengthen where you really need players.“Did they really, really need to spend that money on a goalkeeper when they had De Gea who was still a very good goalkeeper for Man United?“De Gea was still a top goalkeeper. Every goalkeeper will make a mistake.READ MORE SUN STORIES“They’ve spent £70m [£47.2m] on a new goalkeeper but are they really playing any differently now, just because Onana is better on the ball?“That money should have been spent elsewhere and been more productive. The recruitment has been pretty average.”Pundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
      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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      Crystal Palace slap HUGE price tags on star duo Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise as Premier League rivals hover

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      CRYSTAL PALACE will only entertain offers for star duo Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise that start at a whopping £60million for each player.Eze, 25, and Olise, 22, have shone brightly at Selhurst Park in the last few years and that has led to intense interest from a raft of elite clubs.Crystal Palace will only entertain offers for Michael Olise and Eberechi Eze starting at £60mCredit: GettyEze has been targeted by Manchester City and Chelsea in recent monthsCredit: RexOlise has been eyed by Manchester United, Chelsea and JuventusCredit: RexHowever, the Eagles are looking to take advantage of their strong negotiating position as they are safe from relegation and not at all obliged to sell their best players in the summer.Plus, both forwards are tied down to contracts that run until 2027 and thus Oliver Glasner’s side is in no rush.According to the BBC, Palace understand it is still highly likely suitors will come back during the summer transfer window.But they will have to splash at least £60m for each player and a potential bidding war would drive the price even higher.Read More on FootballHowever, any deal would be complex with percentages due to the attackers’ former clubs, the players themselves and of course Palace.Nevertheless, as SunSport revealed, Palace are preparing potential transfer contingency plans by drawing up a shortlist of targets that would succeed the pair.Eze was targeted by Manchester City last summer but the Treble winners ultimately went for Wolves star Matheus Nunes.Tottenham have also shown interest in the playmaker during this season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChelsea, on the other hand, tried to land Olise by offering £35m to their Premier League foes.Manchester United and Juventus have also been eyeing the winger in the last few months.Football’s weirdest contract clauses revealed including non-Arsenal agreement and a private jet promiseHowever, both players are happy at Palace and would only consider a move that benefits them.That is why they would seriously consider a number of important factors, such as guarantees of first-team football. More

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      Ex-Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on shortlist for international boss job along with ex-Leeds boss and Chelsea coach

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been contacted by Canada ahead of the 2026 World Cup.The Canadian national team is targeting a major campaign in the upcoming competition, which takes place in their own territory as well as the US and Mexico.Manchester United legend Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been contacted by CanadaCredit: GettyCanada initially wanted Jose Mourinho but he turned the job downCredit: PACanada also reached out to Chelsea legend Frank Lampard but he opted against itCredit: GettyAmerican Jesse Marsch is also eyed after his dismissal from LeedsCredit: PAThat is why team chiefs have drawn up a shortlist that includes a raft of big names including Solskjaer who has been out of a job since getting sacked by United in 2021.According to The Standard, Canada have reached out to the Norwegian tactician as well as other candidates like Jose Mourinho and Frank Lampard who were invited for an interview.Former Chelsea, United and Tottenham boss Mourinho kindly declined Canada’s offer as he is eyeing a return to elite club level football after his dismissal from Roma in January.That is why the Special One also turned down a lucrative offer from a Saudi Arabian club.Read More on FootballEx-Chelsea boss Frank Lampard was also approached but he opted against the move after he decided the job was not the right opportunity for him to return to management.Lampard is still a free agent after his second spell as Stamford Bridge coach ended in May last year when he was placed on an interim capacity.American Jesse Marsch has also been contacted as he is a free agent as well.It is not known yet if Solskjaer or Marsch, who has been out of work since his dismissal from Leeds last year, would go for such an opportunity at this stage.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOther free agents like former Middlesbrough and Nottingham Forest boss Aitor Karanka and ex-Chelsea coach Paul Clement are also on the shortlist.The same source claims the interest on Clement may be a long-term ploy to one day attract Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti once his time at the Santiago Bernabeu comes to an end.Biggest football kit fails after controversy over new England shirtAncelotti and the ex-Swansea head coach have a long history as they worked together at Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain and Real.Forge FC boss Bobby Smyrniotis, who is widely regarded as one of the best managers in Canada, has also been interviewed.Canada are looking for John Herdman’s replacement after he left for Toronto FC and are confident their squad, which includes the likes of Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David, can go far under the right leadership. More

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      ‘Will he want another season like this?’ – Virgil van Dijk tipped to follow Klopp and QUIT Liverpool by Holland legend

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      DUTCH legend Ronald De Boer reckons this summer might be the right time for Virgil van Dijk to leave Liverpool.It will be the end of an era at Anfield when this season concludes as legendary boss Jurgen Klopp will step down.Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk may leave with Jurgen Klopp this summerCredit: RexRonald de Boer believes Van Dijk may be considering his optionsCredit: GettyKlopp will leave Liverpool in June after nine successful yearsCredit: PAIconic forward Mohamed Salah could well be on his way to Saudi Arabia too, while Netherlands star Van Dijk has previously hinted he may leave also after six trophy-laden years with the club.Former Champions League winner De Boer, 53, told talkSPORT: “He’s looking of course [whether] it’s now time to go.“Maybe not winning a prize and you think, hmm, do I want another year like that? I don’t know.“Maybe he can make a great transfer for the end of his career enjoying his football life, maybe in the States, maybe somewhere else, I don’t know, that’s up to him.Read More on Football“If he’s really, really happy at Liverpool and thinks he’s still got it in him and thinks he can bring that energy every day in training and also on the pitch, maybe he will stay.“I can’t look in his mind of course and know what he is thinking.“But there is a possibility, of course. There is a time for coming and going so maybe it’s time to go.”Van Dijk, who turns 33 in July, was scathing of his team-mates after Wednesday’s 2-0 defeat at city rivals Everton left their Premier League title hopes hanging by a thread.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERFeyenoord chief Arne Slot is the favourite to take over from Klopp and talks with Liverpool have already begun.De Boer loves the football approach of compatriot Slot – but picked out the toils of another Dutch boss when asked if the Feyenoord chief would be successful at Anfield.Jurgen Klopp apologises to Liverpool fans after Merseyside derby defeatThe ex-Rangers forward replied: “You never know, we thought [Erik] Ten Hag did remarkably well at Ajax, we thought he was the perfect replacement to take over the Man Utd job and he’s struggling.“But what I know from Arne Slot, he did incredible things. What stands out the most is his philosophy about football.“You see what he has done with Feyenoord in the Champions League against Atletico Madrid, against Lazio, all good teams. Every time he surprised me as a manager.“Also when he talks about football it’s logical sense. When he talks to the press he’s honest but very clear with what he wants to explain. Everyone is really fond of him.”Slot snubbed Spurs, hates defending and has a PASS named after himBy Dan King
      LIVERPOOL managerial target Arne Slot was a good enough player to have a type of pass named after him.
      But it is as a manager that the Feyenoord head coach is really making his mark.
      Like another bald Dutchman, Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag, Slot earned his stripes bossing smaller sides before being given a chance at one of the Netherlands’ big three.
      But the question Liverpool are pondering is whether Slot would make a better fist of running one of the biggest clubs in the world than Ten Hag so far has at Old Trafford.
      Slot, 45, was certainly easier on the eye as a player than centre back Ten Hag.
      “The Arne Slot Ball” was something he perfected as a silky No 10 – a back-to-goal, first-time, 180-degree spin and flick behind the defensive line for a winger to run on to deep in the opposition half.
      Click here to read all about the incoming Liverpool boss. More

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      Chelsea risk dressing room REVOLT if they sack Pochettino despite boss slamming his players after Arsenal thrashing

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      CHELSEA risk a dressing room revolt if they sack Mauricio Pochettino this summer.Despite accusing his players of “giving up” in Tuesday’s 5-0 thrashing at Arsenal, the players remain loyal to the manager as a turbulent season lurches towards the end.Chelsea risk a dressing room revolt from player if they sack Mauricio PochettinoThat is despite Pochettino slamming Chelsea stars after their loss to ArsenalChelsea’s £1billion squad believe Pochettino is steadily generating a sense of unity within the camp even though results have been wildly erratic.The young team assembled at huge cost also believe the Argentine head coach is doing the best he can in tough circumstances with a huge injury list in a squad that is massively inexperienced.A source told SunSport: “They are all buying into what Poch is trying to do. The problems at Chelsea are not all his fault. Some of the players think he is the best man-manager in the business. “If Poch gets sacked it won’t go down well at all. He is not the problem.”Read More on ChelseaChelsea insist it is ‘business as usual’ in the aftermath of their heaviest ever defeat to their London rivals and that there is still plenty to play for. But it is understood a review will take place at the end of the season. Chelsea end the campaign at home to Bournemouth on May 19 and are in an uphill battle to qualify for Europe next season.Former Tottenham and Paris Saint-Germain boss Pochettino, 52, will have 12 months left on his two-year contract come June.Axing him in the summer would make him the third managerial casualty in just two years since Chelsea were bought out by the American Clearlake Capital investment firm.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThomas Tuchel and Graham Potter both fell foul of the new ownership regime which has turned Chelsea’s traditional business model of buying expensive, established stars on its head.They have since embarked on a record-breaking spending spree buying up what they consider to be young, elite players with potential and placing them on lengthy contracts of up to eight years.7 times Arsenal vs Chelsea games EXPLODEDChelsea’s players were given the day off on Wednesday to let the dust settle on their heaviest Premier League loss since being smashed 6-0 by Manchester City in 2019.Some of the younger members of the team which was hopelessly overwhelmed by Arsenal, were said to be “distraught” in the immediate aftermath of the Emirates match.SunSport also understands the away dressing room was quiet after the game – with boss Pochettino preferring to send his downcast players head home and ponder the result instead of risking heated fallouts in the immediate aftermath of the humbling defeat.The players are expecting a full team meeting when they resume training on Thursday with just 48 hours to prepare for Saturday’s tough trip to Champions League-chasing Aston Villa. More

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      Chelsea ‘make contact’ to sign Champions League star with two huge release clauses just hours after Arsenal thrashing

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      CHELSEA have reportedly made contact with RB Leipzig for star defender Castello Lukeba after shipping five goals against Arsenal.The Blues put in a shambolic display at the back as their rivals ran riot at the Emirates.Chelsea are chasing a deal for RB Leipzig defender Castello LukebaCredit: GettyAxel Disasi and Benoit Badiashile could not cope with Arsenal’s forwards.And Chelsea have now conceded 57 goals this season – the most in their Premier League history.Mauricio Pochettino is facing a huge issue this summer with Thiago Silva set to quit Stamford Bridge.Trevoh Chalobah is also set to be sold as Chelsea look to comply with FFP.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile Wesley Fofana and Levi Colwill remain long-term injuries.It means the Blues are in desperate need of at least one new centre-back.And Lukeba has reportedly emerged as Chelsea’s top target.Foot Mercato claims the Blues have reached out to Leipzig in the hope of striking a deal.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERLukeba only joined the Germans from Lyon last summer in a £30million move.The 21-year-old has already clocked up 37 appearances in all competitions.Chelsea influencer Astrid Wett leaves nasty ‘surprise’ for Mikel Arteta at Emirates before huge clash with ArsenalAnd Lukeba’s fine form saw him rewarded with his first France cap last year.It’s reckoned he could be interested in a Premier League move.But there are currently two stumbling blocks in Chelsea’s way.The first is that Leipzig do not want to sell Lukeba at any cost this summer.Should they keep hold of him, the Germans will still be in a strong position in 2025 when a £77m release clause kicks in.And in 2026, it will only drop to £60m.Secondly, it’s added that Manchester United are also interested in striking a deal.READ MORE SUN STORIESLike Chelsea, they too will be in need of defensive reinforcements this summer.And if they gain European football at the Blues’ expense, it could swing the pendulum in their favour. More