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Glasner seeks Conference League farewell trophy as Foden omission reignites schedule debate

Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner wants to sign off with Conference League glory against Rayo Vallecano in Leipzig, while PFA chief Maheta Molango says Phil Foden is a 'victim' of football's 'crazy' calendar after his England World Cup exclusion.

Football May 27

Tonali and Ederson cannot have preferred squad numbers if they join United this summer

Manchester United are closing in on Atalanta midfielder Ederson in a reported £43 million deal and remain interested in Newcastle's Sandro Tonali, but neither player would be able to take their favoured squad numbers at Old Trafford.

Football May 27

United close in on Ederson as McTominay's value doubles since Napoli move

Manchester United are reportedly close to a verbal agreement with Atalanta midfielder Ederson on a five-year deal worth around £43 million, as Michael Carrick prepares for his first summer transfer window following the club's Champions League qualification.

Football May 27

Gundogan urges City fans not to compare Guardiola's successor to the outgoing Spaniard

Ilkay Gundogan has warned Manchester City supporters against measuring whoever replaces Pep Guardiola by the Spaniard's standard, insisting every manager deserves to be judged on their own terms. Enzo Maresca is the frontrunner to take over after Guardiola's decade-long reign ended with 20 trophies.

Football May 27

Haaland vows to chase titles again as City bid farewell to Guardiola, Silva and Stones

Erling Haaland addressed Manchester City supporters at the Etihad's end-of-season celebrations, pledging to fight for the Premier League title and Champions League as Pep Guardiola, Bernardo Silva and John Stones departed after a decade of success.

Football May 27

Henderson opens up on post-FA Cup depression ahead of Conference League final

Crystal Palace captain Dean Henderson has revealed he felt depressed in the days following the club's FA Cup triumph at Wembley, and is determined to channel that experience as Palace prepare to face Rayo Vallecano in the Conference League final in Leipzig.

Football May 27

Bardsley backs Fernandes as 'elite' captain amid Roy Keane criticism

Former Manchester United defender Phil Bardsley has defended Bruno Fernandes against Roy Keane's captaincy criticism, calling the midfielder's work rate 'out of this world' after Fernandes broke the Premier League assist record on the final day of the season.

Football May 27

Lawrence Shankland joins Rangers from Hearts in long-awaited boyhood club move

Rangers have signed Scotland international striker Lawrence Shankland from Hearts on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. The 30-year-old scored 88 goals in 171 appearances for Hearts and nearly fired them to a first Scottish title since 1960 last season.

Football May 27

Real Madrid weigh right-back reinforcements as Alexander-Arnold debut season disappoints

Trent Alexander-Arnold's first season at Real Madrid has fallen short of expectations, according to Spanish press, with the club now exploring right-back additions. His struggles have also cost him a place in Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the World Cup.

Football May 27

Barcelona reach decision on Rashford as Deco travels to London for separate deal

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has approved a permanent move for Marcus Rashford, but the club is simultaneously exploring whether it can sign the Manchester United forward for less than the £26 million purchase option in his loan agreement, which expires on June 15.

Football May 27

Maresca plans talks with Grealish over Manchester City return after Guardiola exit

Incoming Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca intends to hold talks with Jack Grealish about reviving his career at the Etihad, with the £100m winger set to return from his loan spell at Everton this summer despite previously being frozen out under Pep Guardiola.

Football May 27

Nico Paz open to rejecting Real Madrid return as Como buy-back deadline looms

Nico Paz has expressed a preference to stay at Como for another season despite Real Madrid holding a buy-back clause they must activate within two weeks. The 21-year-old's stance introduces unexpected uncertainty into what had appeared to be a straightforward summer transfer.

Football May 27

Fernandes reveals Tottenham deal collapsed in final days before United move in 2020

Bruno Fernandes has disclosed that he came within two days of signing for Tottenham Hotspur in 2020 before Sporting CP refused to sell him, ultimately clearing the path for his £67.6m move to Manchester United.

Football May 27

Barcelona clear final hurdle in bid to host 2028-29 Champions League final at Camp Nou

Barcelona have received approval from the Spanish Government to bid for the 2028-29 Champions League final at Spotify Camp Nou, clearing the last obstacle before submitting their application to UEFA ahead of the 10 June deadline.

Football May 27

English fans detained in Leipzig after clashes ahead of Conference League final

Several English supporters were held by German police following fighting outside an Irish bar in Leipzig on Wednesday, hours before Crystal Palace face Rayo Vallecano in the UEFA Conference League final.

Football May 27

Scholes admits he was 'too harsh' on Arsenal after Gunners end 21-year title wait

Paul Scholes has walked back his earlier criticism of Arsenal, conceding he was 'a bit harsh' after Mikel Arteta's side claimed the Premier League title for the first time since 2004, finishing seven points clear of Manchester City.

Football May 26

Lampard wins LMA manager of the year as Ferguson sends letter from recovery

Frank Lampard collected the Sir Alex Ferguson Trophy at the LMA awards in London after guiding Coventry City to the Championship title and promotion to the Premier League for the first time since 2001. England manager Thomas Tuchel read a personal letter from Ferguson, who is recovering after falling ill at Old Trafford earlier this month.

Football May 26

Sheringham says Rashford must answer two questions before any United return

Manchester United legend Teddy Sheringham believes Marcus Rashford would need to clarify whether his poor form stemmed from a problem with former manager Ruben Amorim or with the club itself, and then prove he can win supporters back, before any return to Old Trafford could be considered.

Football May 26

Real Madrid target five summer exits but Camavinga set to resist any move

Real Madrid have identified five players to sell or move on this summer, with Dani Ceballos the most straightforward departure. Eduardo Camavinga, contracted until 2029, is expected to push back hardest against any exit.

Football May 26

Madueke warns Arsenal's Premier League title counts for nothing in Champions League final

Noni Madueke has insisted that Arsenal's first league title in over two decades will be 'irrelevant' when they face Paris Saint-Germain in Saturday's Champions League final in Hungary, arguing the pressure on the club never disappears.

Football May 26