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      West Ham blow in bid to replace David Moyes as top manager target opens talks with European giants

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      WEST HAM are set to miss out on first choice manager Julen Lopetegui with the ex-Wolves boss close to joining AC Milan.Hammers chiefs have held talks with Lopetegui and Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim in the last week with David Moyes expected to leave when his contract runs out this summer.West Ham target Julen Lopetegui has begun talks with AC MilanCredit: PADavid Moyes is expected to leave the Hammers in the summerCredit: AFPLopetegui, who left Wolves days before the start of the season after a dispute over transfer spending, had emerged as West Ham’s first choice.However, Italian giants AC Milan have also approached the former Spain and Real Madrid boss and now appear to be his preferred choice.His decision to choose Milan over Stratford is a significant knock for the Hammers, with Amorim still yet to make a decision as to whether continue talks with the East Londoners.Lille manager Paulo Fonseca, himself out of contract in June, has been considered while ex-Bayern Munich and Germany manager Hansi Flick has also been suggested and also attended a game at the London Stadium earlier this season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFormer Chelsea manager Graham Potter is still out of work, though West Ham had previously decided he would not be a good fit for the club, while Ajax are also interested in appointing the Englishman.Ahead of their 2-2 draw against Liverpool on Saturday, Moyes said he understood why there was speculation but offered a reminder of his achievements at the club.Moyes said: “There’s been three or four games I have hated, but there’s been a bundle of good moments like the win against Tottenham, beating Chelsea, going to Brighton and winning and beating Manchester United at home.”But all that is quite easily forgotten.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Scot, who was offered a new deal earlier in the season but did not sign it, has not ruled out staying on – though the decision has now been taken out of his hands.A very strong end to the season could change his standing with the West Ham hierarchy, with no final decision expected to be made before the end of the campaign.Work out which global sporting icon lives in this waterside padThe club and fans have been happy to accept a more pragmatic style of football under Moyes so long as the results continued coming, though form has dipped dramatically in 2024.In a further blow to the Hammers, Amorim has apologised to Sporting and the club’s fans for travelling to meet with West Ham.Speaking at length for the first time since Monday’s meeting, he said: “The first thing is to say that the club was aware of my trip but it was a mistake, the timing was completely wrong. “It was wrong, especially when I’m so demanding with my players and always the first to say that each one’s actions can overpower the team. I have removed players from the squad for much less. “I apologise to the Sporting fans, the staff, and mainly publicly to my players. “It was a mistake because the fact that we are close to winning the championship, nothing has been decided yet, and the team leader causes this noise.”Asked about his future, Amorim said: “I have no answer to give you, nor do I know what I’m going to do.”Ruben Amorim has apologised for meeting with West Ham chiefsCredit: Getty More

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      Former £15m Liverpool star, 28, becomes unemployed as he is released by National League side after ONE league game

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      FORMER Liverpool star Jordan Ibe has been released by non-league outfit Ebbsfleet.The winger, 28, only joined the fifth-tier side in October after more than a year without a club.Former Liverpool man Jordan Ibe has been released by non-league side EbbsfleetCredit: X/ footballontntIbe was once an exciting prospect at Anfield but his career has tailed offCredit: ReutersBut he has now been released after just one league appearance and three in all competitions.Ebbsfleet confirmed his departure six days after their campaign came to an end.They avoided relegation from the National League by just two points, finishing down in 19th place.And Ibe will now be searching for a club once more, eight years after his spell with Liverpool came to an end.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Wycombe academy product arrived at Anfield in 2011 at the age of just 16.He played 58 games for The Reds, scoring four goals and assisting seven.Bournemouth then signed him for £15million in 2016, but he failed to live up to expectations.Ibe scored five goals and provided nine assists in 92 matches for the South Coast side.Most read in EFLCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSlot 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.

      He joined Derby in 2020 – five years after a season-long loan at Pride Park – featuring only once.In 2021, he opened up about his mental health struggles.Who is Arne Slot?Ibe signed a three-and-a-half-year contract with Turkish side Adanaspor in January 2022 but left just a few months later without playing a game. More

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      Premier League star could become Arne Slot’s first Liverpool signing as he informs club of free transfer exit

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      TOSIN ADARABIOYO has reiterated his desire to leave Fulham in the summer – sparking a scramble to snap him up on a free.SunSport revealed back in December the former Manchester City kid, 26, was looking to quit the club when his deal expired this summer.Tosin Adarabioyo is set to leave Fulham at the end of the seasonCredit: AlamyArne Slot could make the Fulham defender his first signing as Liverpool managerCredit: PAHe has since snubbed the offer of fresh terms – which would have made him one of the highest earners at the West London club.And he will now walk away for nothing at the end of June.Numerous clubs from home and abroad have been eyeing up Tosin, including Liverpool and AC Milan.And Arne Slot could make him his first signing as Liverpool boss after he reportedly agreed to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Anfield.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Reds are said to have agreed a compensation deal with Feyenoord worth £9.4million.Liverpool’s interest in Tosin comes with the club are uncertain about the futures of both Virgil van Dijk and Joel Matip.Tottenham also considered moving for Tosin last summer.The centre-back has made 132 appearances for Fulham since joining from Man City in 2020.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTosin has started all but two of Fulham’s league games since early DecemberHe was plagued by injury during the early part of this season, but has been ever-present since the turn of the year.He has started 18 of Fulham’s last 20 Premier League games, helping to keep six clean sheets.Who is Arne Slot?Marco Silva’s side sit 13th in the table, three points adrift of the top half with four games remaining. More

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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