Author: JB

Anthony Martial has rubbished reports of disharmony between Cristiano Ronaldo and other Manchester United players, while he also sent a message to the club over his own future. The Portuguese forward's arrival pushed Martial down the pecking order at the club and, after starting just two Premier League games in the first half of the campaign, the 26-year-old opted to join Sevilla on loan in January. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); While Ronaldo has continued to be prolific, netting 18 goals in 31 matches this season, there have been some question marks over his role in the team and effect on the rest of the players. As well as reports of friction with some of his teammates, Ronaldo suggested that the younger players in the team were not listening to h...

Former Manchester United player Paul Scholes has named Antonio Conte and Thomas Tuchel as his preferred options to become the new permanent manager at Old Trafford. Mauricio Pochettino is the top target to become the new manager at the end of the campaign with the Argentine reportedly on the brink at PSG after the Champions League exit. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ajax boss Erik ten Hag is also under serious consideration with the Dutchman reported to be Ralf Rangnick’s preferred option, with the interim coach set to move into an advisory role this summer. Tuchel however is also believed to be on United’s radar after Roman Abramovich was sanctioned by the government, leaving Chelsea in a precarious situation.      (adsbygoogle = window.adsb...

Harry Maguire took a swipe at Atletico Madrid’s players for going down too easily after Manchester United were knocked out of the UEFA Champions League. Renan Lodi’s first-half header was enough to separate the teams at Old Trafford and give La Liga champions Atletico a win over Premier League giants United. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Diego Simeone’s side, who have reached two Champions League finals, are known for their affiliation with the dark arts and used every trick to slow down the game and frustrate United as they searched for an equaliser. Asked about Atletico Madrid’s tactics after they booked their place in the quarter-finals, Maguire told beIN SPORTS: ‘The style in Europe… it’s not for me to comment on but every time you touch someone i...

Chelsea's Champions League match in Lille tomorrow is 'at real risk' of being called off, according to figures in France, after Roman Abramovich was added to the European Union's sanction 'black list'. In the UK, the Blues have been able to continue operating after being handed a licence by the government, despite Abramovich coming under the spotlight for his ties with Vladimir Putin after the invasion of Ukraine.  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); This acts as an exemption, allowing them to go about their sporting business as usual, but there are claims that the club may need a similar licence to be able to play their game - and generate income - on French soil.  L'Equipe have reported that this documentation is 'necessary' for Chelsea, who are still ...

Thomas Tuchel claims he is ‘worried’ about the priorities of the government after Boris Johnson’s spokesperson told fans to stop ‘inappropriate’ chanting for Abramovich. Fans have sung the Russian’s name since he put Chelsea up for sale and they were criticised for doing so during a minute’s tribute to the victims of the invasion in Ukraine ahead of their clash with Burnley this month. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The chanting was condemned by the government, with a spokesperson for Johnson describing the songs as inappropriate. Thomas Tuchel opens up on potential Saudi Arabia bid for Chelsea Rangnick takes swipe at Solskjaer over Raphael Varane’s injury crisis Man Utd could demolish Old Trafford as part of stadium revamp plans ‘We recognise...

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has reacted to rumours of an offer from Saudi Arabia and has suggested he would rather the new owners are less controversial so he can get back to his work as a coach. Roman Abramovich is now in the process of selling the London club after being sanctioned by the UK government and has instructed US merchant bank Raine to oversee the process, with Friday’s deadline for bids approaching. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); On Monday, reports emerged claiming Saudi Media Group had made a £2.7bn offer for Chelsea, though that could generate more controversy for the club. The Premier League faced a huge backlash when Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund were allowed to buy Newcastle, with LGBTQ+ rights not recognised in the country...