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Martinez set to leave United as Carrick retains squad backing amid board pressure
Lisandro Martinez is expected to depart Manchester United at the end of the season after publicly criticising the board, with his contract extension option yet to be activated. Despite two wins in nine games, the squad remains firmly behind head coach Michael Carrick.
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Martinez fined by Manchester United as JJ Gabriel exit edges closer
Manchester United have fined Lisandro Martinez following his post-match outburst after Tuesday's Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, while academy prospect JJ Gabriel appears increasingly likely to leave the club without making a senior appearance.
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Guler set to extend Real Madrid stay as Merino reveals squad's secret title meeting
Arda Guler is reportedly close to signing a new contract at Real Madrid, effectively ending Arsenal's hopes of signing the Turkish attacker. Meanwhile, Mikel Merino has lifted the lid on a private squad meeting that helped Arsenal secure last season's Premier League title.
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From City's bench at Bayern to Bury's FA Cup upset bid — Glendon's remarkable journey
George Glendon captained Manchester City's Under-21s and sat on the bench for a Champions League win over Bayern Munich. Now he is chasing FA Cup history with Bury, who are playing in the competition's fourth qualifying round for the first time in eight years.
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Former Ukraine international Roman Maksymyuk confirmed dead after 20 months missing in action
Roman Maksymyuk, who earned five caps for Ukraine between 1998 and 2002, was killed fighting Russian forces in the Donetsk region. His death was confirmed by DNA analysis, with the Ukraine national team honouring him during a friendly against Canada on June 7, 2025.
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Farke defends Carrick from early criticism and rejects favourites tag ahead of Yorkshire derby
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has spoken out in support of Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick, calling his work 'amazing', while insisting his own side should not be considered favourites despite sitting above their rivals in the Premier League.
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Jude Law cast as Bill Shankly in A24 series from Adolescence writer Jack Thorne
Oscar-nominated actor Jude Law will portray legendary Liverpool manager Bill Shankly in a new drama written by Jack Thorne and produced by A24. The series will chronicle Shankly's 15-year reign at Anfield, during which he lifted Liverpool from the Second Division to three First Division titles.
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Arteta backs out-of-form Madueke to seize chance as Gyokeres also faces Arsenal exit pressure
Mikel Arteta has publicly backed Noni Madueke to rediscover his best form at Arsenal, with the £52m signing from Chelsea set for a run of games following Christos Tzolis's injury. Viktor Gyokeres is also under pressure after a difficult start since arriving from Sporting Lisbon.
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Schmeichel backs Martinez's United critique but says public outburst crossed a line
Peter Schmeichel has said Lisandro Martinez's attack on Manchester United's leadership is "not that far off" the truth, while admitting he would never have wanted a team-mate to air grievances so publicly. Martinez has since apologised after meeting manager Michael Carrick and director of football Jason Wilcox.
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Moyes says Everton contract talks have stalled since Friedkin Group put club up for sale
David Moyes has revealed that discussions over a new Everton contract have entered a 'lull' following The Friedkin Group's announcement they are exploring a sale of the club. The Scot is in the final year of his deal but says extending it is not his immediate priority.
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Nico Williams' agent reveals how Arsenal, Liverpool and Barcelona were all snubbed in 2024
Nico Williams' agent Felix Tainta has confirmed the Spain winger rejected interest from Arsenal, Liverpool, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and PSG in the summer of 2024, with guaranteed playing time the decisive factor in his choice to stay at Athletic Bilbao.
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Alex Scott injury less serious than feared, with Bournemouth hopeful of early return
Bournemouth manager Marco Rose says Alex Scott's thigh injury is healing better than expected, reducing the initial six-to-eight-week absence estimate. The midfielder was hurt on England duty during the international break.
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Real Madrid demand Tebas resignation after LaLiga chief invokes Nazi propaganda comparison
Real Madrid have called for LaLiga president Javier Tebas to resign immediately after he accused the club of using propaganda techniques associated with Nazi minister Joseph Goebbels in a post on X.
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Schmeichel admits his Martinez interview was 'clumsy' after missing explosive United outburst
Peter Schmeichel has explained that he was unaware Lisandro Martinez had just attacked Manchester United's leadership when the defender was pushed into his pitchside interview after the 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid.
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Antony's home burgled during Real Betis's Champions League win over Porto
Antony has revealed his home was broken into while he was on the pitch helping Real Betis beat Porto 3-2 in the Champions League on Wednesday. The former Manchester United winger posted an emotional statement saying the incident left him 'very sad and angry', with particular concern for his family's sense of security.
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Zaïre-Emery absent from PSG medical report, available for Strasbourg
Substituted in the 84th minute during PSG's 4-2 Champions League victory at Manchester City on Wednesday, Warren Zaïre-Emery does not appear in the medical update released Friday by the club. The 20-year-old midfielder is available for Saturday's trip to Strasbourg.
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Barely Used at Barcelona, Dani Olmo Resists Bayern Munich's Advances
Limited to 461 minutes across ten matches despite Barcelona's excellent form, Dani Olmo is attracting interest from Bayern Munich. The Spanish international has reportedly signaled his desire to establish himself in Catalonia.
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Reece James faces three-month absence after Chelsea captain undergoes knee surgery
Chelsea captain Reece James has had a minor knee operation and is expected to miss around three months, ruling him out well beyond the new year. Manager Xabi Alonso confirmed the setback is "not going to be a two or three-week thing" ahead of a demanding run of fixtures.
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Antony reveals his home was robbed while he played for Betis in the Champions League
Antony has disclosed that his house was burgled during Real Betis's Champions League win over Porto on Wednesday. The former Manchester United forward shared an emotional statement expressing anger at the break-in and relief that his family were safe.
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Parker would snub Haaland signing and target two Man City defenders for United instead
Former Manchester United defender Paul Parker says he would not want Erling Haaland at Old Trafford despite the striker's 172 goals in 207 City appearances, preferring to strengthen United's backline with Nico O'Reilly and Marc Guehi.
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