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      Claudio Ranieri set for emotional return to old club at 73 in retirement U-turn with Ten Hag facing snub for new job

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      ERIK TEN HAG is set to be snubbed from the Roma job as the club considers welcoming back Claudio Ranieri, according to reports.Roma are already searching for their third manager of the season after sacking club legend Daniele De Rossi after just four games and then dismissing Ivan Juric earlier this week.Claudio Ranieri could be set for a stunning return to club management with Roma after retiring last seasonCredit: RexErik ten Hag had been linked with an immediate return to management with the positionCredit: PAThe Serie A outfit sit in 12th in the table having won just three of their 12 league games.Their search for a new boss had reportedly seen them eyeing up a move for Ten Hag after the Dutchman was sacked by Manchester United last month.However, a fresh report has now revealed that a stunning retirement U-turn could be on the cards for former Leicester and Chelsea manager Ranieri.Ranieri, who famously guided Leicester to the Premier League title in 2016, retired from coaching at the end of last season after stepping away from Cagliari.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe 73-year-old had declared at the time that it would be his final club.But the Italian is being considered by the Giallorossi as they look for an experienced pair of hands to get their season back on track, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.The report says Ranieri has flown to London for a meeting with Roma owners Dan and Ryan Friedkin.A decision over his appointment could be made as soon as Wednesday, which would mark the start of a third-stint with Roma.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRanieri first worked for the club between September 2009 and February 2011.He returned for a second brief spell in charge from March to May 2019.Emotional Ruud van Nistelrooy given incredible ovation at Old Trafford with Man Utd interim still unclear on his futureAs well as Ten Hag, who was spotted at ex-club Ajax over the weekend, Turkey national team boss Vincenzo Montella was considered.Ten Hag, 54, was replaced at Man Utd on an interim basis by Ruud van Nistelrooy after just three wins from nine league games to start the season.Van Nistelrooy managed four games in all competitions, winning three and drawing one, while Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim was announced as the permanent successor in the position.Amorim has already landed in Manchester and met with some players, including Kobbie Mainoo and Mason Mount, at the Red Devils’ Carrington training base as he looks to get to work.The 39-year-old won the league twice in his time with the Eagles, ending a 19-year wait for a title to end the dominance of Porto and Benfica. More

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      David Moyes tipped for Premier League return with ‘four teams’ interested in former West Ham and Man Utd boss

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      DAVID MOYES has been linked with a Premier League return with four teams potentially interested.Moyes, 61, has been a free agent ever since his departure from West Ham at the end of last season and his subsequent replacement by Julen Lopetegui.David Moyes has been linked with a Premier League return after leaving West HamCredit: PAEx-Man Utd boss Moyes has been linked with Southampton, Wolves, Leicester and Crystal PalaceCredit: GettyAccording to talkSPORT, however, the Scottish tactician is keen to return to a Premier League dugout this term.And the ex-Manchester United boss has been linked with four Prem strugglers – Wolves, Southampton, Leicester and Crystal Palace.The same source claims the aforementioned clubs could be possible destinations for the ex-Everton boss.Southampton and Leicester returned to the English top flight from the Championship but both have been struggling.Read More on FootballSaints are bottom of the table with four points out of 11 matches, of which they won one and lost nine.Manager Russell Martin still has credit in the bank as he led his team back to the Premier League, but will need to turn things around.When it comes to Leicester, the jury’s still out regarding new manager Steve Cooper who replaced Enzo Maresca at the helm after the Italian tactician led the team back to the top flight.Cooper has only managed 10 points in the first 11 matches, with two wins and five losses along the way.Most read in FootballThe Foxes are Moyes’ only suitors that are outside the Premier League relegation zone as they sit 15th in the table with three points separating them from the drop.Wolves are second to last in the table with six points out of their first 11 matches as they lost seven times and only won once.David Moyes lands new job days after West Ham exit is announcedManager Gary O’Neil has come under fire as he currently has the leakiest defence in the Prem that has conceded 27 times.Palace boss Oliver Glasner might be the safest after his heroics late last season, immediately after replacing Roy Hodgson in the hotseat in February.However, Glasner will have to replicate last term’s brilliance after a disappointing start that saw him picking up a mere seven points in the first 11 matches.The Austrian tactician has endured eight losses and only won once, which has seen the Eagles drop to the relegation zone. More

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      Man Utd ‘plot shock transfer move for Christopher Nkunku’ with Chelsea star ‘unhappy’ at lack of minutes

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly enquired about Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku.The Red Devils could dip into the January transfer market following the arrival of new head coach Ruben Amorim.Christopher Nkunku is allegedly open to leaving ChelseaCredit: AlamyAnd French outlet L’Equipe claims Nkunku could be at the top of their wishlist.The 26-year-old is reportedly unhappy with his lack of game time at Chelsea.Nkunku has started just one Premier League match for the Blues this season.And manager Enzo Maresca is allegedly open to letting him leave.Read More in FootballThe Frenchman has attracted interest from a number of clubs, including United.It remains to be seen whether Chelsea would allow him join a Prem rival.Nkunku still has five years remaining on his contract with the Blues.The forward joined Chelsea in a £52million transfer from RB Leipzig last June.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHis first season at Stamford Bridge was marred by a series of injury problems.Nkunku has now scored 13 goals in 31 Chelsea appearances – 10 of which have come this season.Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca comments on Cole Palmer injury after draw with Arsenal Man Utd could sign him to replace Joshua Zirkzee, who has failed to impress at Old Trafford since joining in the summer.SunSport revealed last week that ex-manager Erik ten Hag did not even want to sign him. More

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      Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard linked with return to former club as pressure piles on struggling Al-Ettifaq manager

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      LIVERPOOL legend Steven Gerrard has been tipped for a stunning return to one of his former clubs amid his struggles in Saudi Arabia.Al-Ettifaq boss Gerrard, 44, has come under fire amid a disastrous start to the Saudi Pro League campaign that has seen his team tumble to 12th place after three wins and five losses in 10 games.Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has been tipped to return to RangersCredit: GettyGerrard’s ex-Liverpool team-mate Danny Murphy believes there is a path back to RangersCredit: The SunAccording to Al-Youm, club chiefs are considering sacking the ex-Rangers and Aston Villa boss amid the team’s poor form, which led to fans booing the England legend after Tuesday’s loss at Al-Qadsiah.But Gerrard’s former Liverpool team-mate Danny Murphy claims there is still a path for him to return to the Ibrox where he enjoyed the most success as manager after hanging up his boots in 2016.The former midfielder led Rangers to the Scottish Premiership during the 2020-21 campaign, which saw him finishing undefeated and beating arch-rivals Celtic twice in the league.The Gers have endured a rough start in the league under manager Philippe Clement this season as they are third in the table after six wins and three losses in 10 matches.Read More on FootballMurphy told Boylesports: “I think it would be hard to replicate what Steven Gerrard did at Rangers before because they’re struggling.”Their squad is inferior to Celtic and the gap has got much bigger since he left.”But he’s a determined man who wants to work hard and if he was to go back there and then win the league again and overcome Celtic again then it would be a huge achievement.”It’s hard to see him being back there but never say never.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGerrard also worked as a coach for the Under-18 and Under-19s of his beloved Liverpool soon after retiring at LA Galaxy.The Reds are now enjoying immense success under Arne Slot, despite losing legendary manager Jurgen Klopp after a glittering nine-year reign.Steven Gerrard mercilessly BOOED by Al-Ettifaq fans after losing local derby with Liverpool legend on brink of sackVilla, where Gerrard also worked and struggled immensely, are now thriving under Unai Emery.The Al-Ettifaq boss’ troubles piled up on Friday as his team suffered a 3-1 loss at Al-Hilal, which puts his lucrative £15.2million-a-year contract at risk.Steven Gerrard managerial recordHere’s how Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has fared since switching to management:RANGERS: 192 matches – 124 wins, 27 lossesASTON VILLA: 40 matches – 13 wins, 19 lossesAL-ETTIFAQ: 48 matches – 17 wins, 17 losses More

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      Man City plan £50m transfer swoop for LaLiga star and Euros winner – six months after he snubbed Liverpool move

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      MANCHESTER CITY are planning a £50.3million January swoop for Martin Zubimendi — six months after he turned his back on Liverpool.The 25-year-old Real Sociedad midfielder was on Anfield’s summer hitlist  and was close to sealing a deal before a U-turn meant he stayed put.Martin Zubimendi has emerged as a transfer target for Man City in JanuaryCredit: GettySpain’s Euros winner also insisted last month he wanted to remain at boyhood club Sociedad, saying: “The best solution is staying. “I want to grow and develop here.”But sources insist Zubimendi has had a change of heart and is keen to play in the Premier League after all. And that has put City on high alert.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTheir failure to cope with the long-term absence of crocked Ballon d’Or winner Rodri continued with last night’s 2-1 defeat at Brighton — their fourth loss in a row. And Zubimendi — who came on for Rodri at half-time in Spain’s 2-1 Euros final win over England — would be an ideal replacement.Rodri, 28, is out for the season after rupturing his ACL during September’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal.The pair have played together for their nation, giving City the potential of a mouthwatering defensive midfield partnership when Rodri returns.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe release clause in Zubimendi’s contract would not be a problem, although manager Pep Guardiola was initially not keen on making any major moves in the January market.City’s injury pile-up and dismal form could signal a rethink, as Guardiola is equally reluctant to pile too much pressure on his younger players.Top 10 best paid managers in world as sacked Roberto Mancini is knocked off No1 spotOne potential stumbling block could be ongoing uncertainty about the Spaniard’s own future.There is still no sign of a definite decision over his plans beyond the summer. More

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      Sam Allardyce shocked by Man Utd’s failure to land top transfer target and adds ‘it was a ‘big, big miss’

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      SAM ALLARDYCE is still shocked with Manchester United being unable to sign Everton ace Jarrad Branthwaite.United tried to sign Branthwaite, 22, during the summer and saw a £50million bid rejected by the Toffees.Sam Allardyce is shocked that Manchester United didn’t sign Everton star Jarrad BranthwaiteCredit: PAMan Utd tried to sign Everton star Branthwaite for £50m last summerCredit: RexThe Red Devils went on to endure their worst ever Premier League start that also saw them conceding 12 goals in their first 10 matches in the English top flight.Allardyce, 70, claims the Manchester giants missed out “big” by not pushing harder for the highly-rated centre-back.The ex-England manager believes Man Utd could have sealed a “bargain buy” considering the Merseysiders’ financial struggles.Allardyce told the Football Accumulators ‘No Tippy Tappy Football’ podcast: “It was a big surprise that nobody spent the money on him in the summer, a left-footed centre-half, particularly at Manchester United.Read More on Man Utd”You’d have thought that whoever wanted a centre-half who’s proven himself to be able to play in the Premier League, and his capabilities are getting even better.”It was a big, big miss for a lot of those big clubs. With Everton’s financial problems, somebody thought they could nick him at a bargain buy.”Branthwaite recently returned to action for Everton after overcoming a groin injury.The defender has amassed a total of four appearances in the Premier League this season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSUnited are now set for a new era under new manager Ruben Amorim, who takes over on Monday when he leaves Sporting Lisbon.Amorim is set to switch Man Utd’s formation to three defenders at the back.Ruud van Nistelrooy impressed by Amad Diallo after Man Utd end European drought Interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy will oversee Sunday’s Prem clash with Leicester at Old Trafford.Ten Hag’s Man Utd signingsThe Dutchman has brought in 21 players since moving to Old Trafford in 20222022-23:Antony, (Ajax) £86mCasemiro, (Real Madrid) £70mLisandro Martinez, (Ajax) £46mTyrell Malacia, (Feyenoord) £13mChristian Eriksen, (Brentford) freeMartin Dubravka, (Newcastle) loanWout Weghorst, (Burnley) loanJack Butland, (Crystal Palace) loanMarcel Sabitzer, (Bayern Munich) loan2023-24:Rasmus Hojlund, (Atalanta) £72mMason Mount, (Chelsea) £60mAndre Onana, (Inter Milan) £47mSofyan Amrabat, (Fiorentina) loanAltay Bayindir, (Fenerbahce) £4.3mJonny Evans, (Leicester) freeSergio Reguilon, (Tottenham) loan2024-25:Leny Yoro, (Lille) £52mManuel Ugarte, (Paris Saint-Germain) £50mMatthijs de Ligt, (Bayern Munich) £45mJoshua Zirkee, (Bologna) £36.5mNoussair Mazraoui, (Bayern Munich) £12.8m More

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      Former England wonderkid and Premier League title winner, 31, drops down to seventh tier of English football

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      FORMER England wonderkid and Leicester title winner Liam Moore has dropped down to the seventh tier of English football with Spalding United.The defender, 31, had been with League One outfit Northampton Town last season.Former Reading stalwart Liam Moore has joined seven-tier Spalding UnitedCredit: PAThe former England wonderkid used to play for LeicesterCredit: Getty – ContributorHe made eight appearances for the club following seven years in the Championship with Reading.But Moore will now be playing in the Southern League Premier Division Central — English football’s seventh league — after penning a deal with Spalding.They lie 18th in the table after just five wins in 14 matches.And Moore has gone straight into the squad for this weekend’s trip to Stratford Town.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe signing of the nine-time Jamaica international is a major coup for Spalding.Moore was once tipped as a future England star after featuring 10 times for the U21s.The centre-back has played for a variety of top sides including Brentford, Bristol City and Stoke.And he even has a title win with Leicester after leading them to glory in the Championship a decade ago.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMoore, who played 67 times for the Foxes was also part of the squad which won the Premier League title under Claudio Ranieri in 2016.However, he spent the first half of that campaign on loan at Bristol.And Moore did not make a single league appearance upon his return, leaving him ineligible to receive a winners’ medal.He previously admitted he was forever haunted by the league’s decision to not officially recognise his contribution as a squad player.Moore said: “It would have taken just five appearances to get a winners’ medal, and that medal I would have cherished for ever. I remember crying, trying to hide my tears, but saying I would be back stronger for this. “It was so difficult, but it was such an eye-opener. It will go down as an amazing day, but a tough day in my career. My family were coming and everyone was adamant I had played a part in how we had got to that point. “Everything was great during the game (a 3-1 win over Everton), but it hit me when I wasn’t on the podium — I hadn’t played any minutes in the league (for Leicester) that season. “The moment they said, ‘And this season’s Premier League champions are… Leicester City’, and Wes lifted the trophy, it was one of the best and worst feelings in my life. “I had just seen my boyhood club, the club that means so much to me, become champions, but I then realised that some of the decisions I had made in the past year had cost me the chance of being involved.” More

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      Sean Longstaff hints at shock Newcastle transfer exit as academy graduate, 27, admits ‘I want to be valued’

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      SEAN LONGSTAFF has warned Newcastle United that he could move elsewhere unless he feels “appreciated” and “valued” with a new contract.The midfielder, 27, was one of the best performers as the Magpies beat Arsenal last weekend. Sean Longstaff was one of Newcastle’s top performers against ArsenalCredit: RexHe is looking for an improved contract at his boyhood clubCredit: GettyThat followed on from his return to the starting XI for the Carabao Cup victory over Chelsea.The North Shields-born academy graduate is now competing with Brazilian internationals Bruno Guimaraes and Joelinton, Italian ace Sandro Tonali, Joe Willock and Lewis Miley for a spot in midfield.After a sticky run of results, Toon are unbeaten in the seven matches he has started this term.Longstaff said: “You’ve got friends who tell you but for me, you can look at stats whichever way you want.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“There’s always going to be people who – you can give them all the stats in the world and they’ll still have an opinion. That won’t change their opinion whether the stats are there or not.“For me I just try to play my game, if we win brilliant, if not I’m just trying to look at what we can do better as a team and we’ll go from there.”While some supporters feel Eddie Howe would be better playing one of the glitzier names instead, Longstaff says he is happy enough earning the praise from his colleagues and coaches rather than the fans.He said: “I don’t flick the ball over someone’s head like Bruno does, that’s what catches the eye but there’s lots of ways to win a football match.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“My job is to make them flourish as best as they can and get in the box and score goals when I can.“I always put the team first, probably to my detriment sometimes.‘F—ing shut your mouth’ – Ian Wright in X-rated rant at giggling Alan Shearer after Newcastle stun Arsenal“I’m a bit too humble for my own good sometimes but whenever I play you know what you’re going to get.“I think you see the best from the people around me when I do play. As long as the changing room appreciates that and the staff appreciate that, it’s all that matters to me.”Longstaff continued: “I think me and the manager have always had a great relationship.“To be fair to him he’s never really listened to what other people think in the past. He’s always played me and I think there’s a reason for that.“There’s stuff I’d love to say to you but I can’t. All I can do is play football and my value will ultimately be shown on the football pitch.“Whether it’s when I’m playing or not playing, eventually if I keep doing the right things then one day everyone will see that and it might be when I’m not here anymore.“If that’s the case that’s the case. I love the manager to bits. I can only thank him for helping my career.”Longstaff says he has a great relationship with Eddie HoweCredit: GettyLongstaff claims he is “not sure” whether a 12-month extension to his current contract, which expires in the summer, has been triggered.But he will not sign anything unless he feels he is getting his market worth after seeing a number of other team-mates, with Anthony Gordon the most recent, receive pay rises.When pressed on if he sees his future at St. James’, he said: “Yeah, if it’s here it’s great. If it’s not, it’s not.“I want to be valued as a player, I want to be appreciated as a player and whether it’s here, great. If it’s not here and it’s somewhere else, it’ll be somewhere else.“In a way I live day to day, game to game and I just try and take in every game. I get to go to work every day and spend it with my best friends.“I don’t know what’s coming ahead, I don’t know what’s coming down the line, I just try to embrace every day and enjoy every minute because ultimately it won’t last forever.”Despite that contract issue going on in the background, Longstaff refuses to try to play down the Toon Army’s aspirations and dreams this season.And he says that securing European football is the very least that Howe’s men must deliver.READ MORE SUN STORIESLongstaff added: “You want to finish in the top four. There’s probably three teams that are definitely going to finish in there and then there’s four or five going for one spot in the CL.“Europe’s the minimum but that’s looking too far ahead, we’re just focusing on week to week, getting better and if we play well and do the things we’re good at we’ll end where we deserve to be.” More