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Van Dijk denies Sadio Mane exit is behind Liverpool slump this season

Van Dijk denies Sadio Mane exit is behind Liverpool slump this season

Premier League
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has rejected the claim that Sadio Mane’s summer departure from the club has contributed to the team's poor start to the new campaign. The Reds languish in 11th in the league standings having won just two out of their opening eight matches of the campaign. That form has led to Jurgen Klopp ruling his team out of the race for the Premier League crown. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Many have been attempting to find a reason behind the Reds’ current malaise with some suggesting that Mane’s summer departure for Bayern Munich has been a major contributing factor considering the stuttering form of Liverpool’s attack. Having had that suggestion put to him, Van Dijk did not agree and said that the Reds will be back to thei...
‘Angry’ Liverpool respond to Bayern’s improved bid for Sadio Mane

‘Angry’ Liverpool respond to Bayern’s improved bid for Sadio Mane

Transfer Info, Bundesliga, Premier League
Liverpool have reacted in a furious manner to Bayern Munich’s second, improved, bid for Sadio Mane. The Senegal international has been a key figure in Jurgen Klopp’s side since he joined from Southampton in the summer of 2016. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mane has scored over a century of goals for the club and is even a leading contender to win this year’s Ballon d’Or after his exploits for club and country over the course of the last 12 months. How Kai Havertz humiliated Maguire amid Tuchel test in England draw Diogo Jota reacts as Liverpool closes in on Darwin Nunez transfer Van Persie explains why he rejected Erik ten Hag’s offer for Man Utd return The 30-year-old has just enjoyed arguably his best ever personal campaign for Liverpo...
Sadio Mane gives update from hospital after suffering huge head injury in Afcon clash

Sadio Mane gives update from hospital after suffering huge head injury in Afcon clash

Trending, Premier League
Liverpool star Sadio Mane says he is doing fine despite being taken to hospital after suffering concussion during Senegal’s win over Cape Verde at the Africa Cup of Nations. There was concern for Mane after he clashed heads with Cape Verge keeper Vozinha, with the latter sent off for his part in the incident. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mane required treatment but was allowed to carry on and shortly after scores Senegal’s opening goal in the last-16 match in Bafoussam. Bukayo Saka tells Arteta to complete £30m Arsenal transfer to create dream pairing Ferdinand predicts the three teams who will be relegated from Premier League But the 29-year-old, who appeared to be knocked out during the clash of heads, went down to the ground after celebratin...
Sadio Mane slams ‘unacceptable’ snub for Chelsea player on Ballon d’Or list

Sadio Mane slams ‘unacceptable’ snub for Chelsea player on Ballon d’Or list

Premier League
Liverpool star Sadio Mane says it is ‘unacceptable’ that Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy did not make the Ballon d’Or nomination list. Last week, the 30-man shortlist for this year’s Ballon d’Or was named with five Chelsea stars included. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Jorginho, Cesar Azpilicueta, N’Golo Kante, Romelu Lukaku and Mason Mount all made the nomination list. But there was no room for Mendy as PSG and Italy’s Gianluigi Donnarumma was the only keeper to be nominated. But, Mane believes his Senegal teammate, who became the first African goalie to win the Champions League this year, deserved to be recognised for his superb displays for Chelsea.      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); When asked about Mendy’s omissio...
Klopp responds to being blanked by furious Sadio Mane after Liverpool victory

Klopp responds to being blanked by furious Sadio Mane after Liverpool victory

Premier League
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said there is "no problem" with Sadio Mane after being blanked by the furious forward at full-time against Manchester United. Klopp chose to leave Mane out of the starting line-up for Liverpool's huge match against the Red devils at Old Trafford as Diogo Jota was given a start. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Jota rewarded Klopp's faith with a goal while Mane was left unhappy having come off the bench. But, It was a successful night for Liverpool with a 4-2 victory - their first win at Old Trafford in seven years - to boost their top four hopes. But Mane visibly showed his frustrations and even refused to acknowledge Klopp when he tried to congratulate the Senegalese forward at full-time. Responding to the incident after ...
Jurgen Klopp explains decision to drop Sadio Mane vs Aston Villa

Jurgen Klopp explains decision to drop Sadio Mane vs Aston Villa

Premier League
Jurgen Klopp says next week’s Champions League second leg clash against Real Madrid had no influence on his decision drop Sadio Mane against Aston Villa on Saturday. The Senegalese forward has played a key role in his side’s successes over the last two campaigns, but has struggled to maintain the high standards he has set for himself. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Indeed, Mane has scored only one goal in his last eight games in all competitions and the return to form and fitness of Diogo Jota has forced Klopp’s hand. Jota hit the ground running after his summer transfer move from Wolves but missed three months with an injury. The Portugal international scored a brace coming off the bench in last week’s 3-0 victory over Arsenal and was rewarded with...
Sadio Mane left ‘very angry’ with Liverpool over failed Real Madrid move

Sadio Mane left ‘very angry’ with Liverpool over failed Real Madrid move

Premier League
Liverpool forward Sadio Mane is reportedly ‘very angry’ with the Reds over a failed transfer move to La Liga giants Real Madrid. The Senegalese star is currently one of the best attackers in the world and finished the 2019/20 campaign with 20 goals in all competitions. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Zinedine Zidane is believed to be a huge fan of Mane and was linked with a transfer move for the Senegal international, although a deal never materialised. According to recent reports in Spain, Mane might be open to a move to Barcelona with his former Southampton head coach Ronald Koeman now in charge at the club. But Spanish outlet Sport played down the possibility of Mane joining Koeman at Barcelona this summer, but do claim he was angry with Liverpool’s...
Wanyama: Players didn’t want to pass to Sadio Mane

Wanyama: Players didn’t want to pass to Sadio Mane

Premier League
Montreal Impact midfielder Victor Wanyama has said Sadio Mane felt Southampton players did not want to pass to him during their time together at the Premier League club. The two African footballers were part of Pochettino's side at St Mary's Stadium and the Kenyan captain has revealed how Mane approached him for a deal that would have help him get more goals.  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, Mane and Wanyama left Southampton in 2016 for Liverpool and Tottenham respectively. “We were like a family under one father [Mauricio] Pochettino but I and Mane forged a bigger brotherhood bond but [Morgan] Schneiderlin was also a great friend,” Wanyama told Madgoat TV. “At one point, Mane approached me and told me 'hi man, these guys do not want to pass...
Messi disagreed with Klopp over decision which left Sadio Mane ‘unhappy’

Messi disagreed with Klopp over decision which left Sadio Mane ‘unhappy’

Premier League
Sadio Mane had an ally in Lionel Messi after being left unhappy with Jurgen Klopp's decision to back Van Dijk over the Senegalese for last year's Ballon d'Or award. According to France Football, Mane was unhappy that his manager publicly called for Virgil van Dijk to win the award. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Dutchman eventually finished second to Lionel Messi in the standings, while Sadio Mane came fourth behind Cristiano Ronaldo. The former Southampton player excelled in the 2018-19 campaign with 26 goals to help Liverpool towards a sixth Champions League victory and almost the Premier League trophy. • Terry reveals the ‘massive mistake’ Chelsea made with Fernando Torres • Liverpool in talks with Willian over shock transfer But Van Di...
Sadio Mane wanted Man Utd before Liverpool move

Sadio Mane wanted Man Utd before Liverpool move

Premier League
Manchester United were the club on Sadio Mane's mind before the Senegal international made the transfer move to Liverpool. The winger joined the Reds in 2016 for a transfer fee of £30 million ($37m) after two successful years in the Premier League with Southampton. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But before moving to Anfield, Mane had been subject to significant interest from United, with the now 27-year-old conceding he thought about a move to Old Trafford. "We were thinking most about Manchester United," Mane told The Times. • Rio Ferdinand reveals why he turned down Barcelona after secret Rijkaard talks • Barcelona reject chance to sign Chelsea star Willian "That was a tough time for me as I was on the bench so I was not thinking about anyon...
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