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Lijnders leaves Man City after one year to prioritise family over new role

Pep Lijnders has explained his decision to depart Manchester City following Pep Guardiola's exit, turning down an offer to stay on under the new manager or take a head coaching role within the City Football Group in order to settle his family.

Football May 27

Liverpool goalkeeper Mamardashvili fined and handed six points for using phone while driving on M6

Giorgi Mamardashvili was convicted of using a handheld mobile phone while driving after a Cheshire Police officer spotted the Liverpool goalkeeper watching a video on his phone at motorway speed on 27 January. He was fined £440 and received six penalty points at Warrington Combined Court.

Football May 27

Madueke embraces Saka rivalry ahead of Arsenal's Champions League final against PSG

Noni Madueke has spoken candidly about his relationship with Bukayo Saka, acknowledging the two compete for the same spot at both Arsenal and England. The Chelsea-turned-Arsenal winger is likely to feature from the bench when the Gunners face PSG in Saturday's Champions League final.

Football May 27

Michael O'Neill signs four-year deal to remain Northern Ireland manager until 2032

Michael O'Neill has committed to Northern Ireland until 2032 after rejecting a permanent role at Blackburn Rovers. The 56-year-old, now in his second spell as boss, led the nation to Euro 2016 and has taken charge of 104 matches across both tenures.

Football May 27

Crystal Palace face Rayo Vallecano in Conference League final at Leipzig's Red Bull Arena

Crystal Palace meet Rayo Vallecano at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig on Wednesday, May 28, with both clubs appearing in a major European final for the first time. The match marks a historic occasion for Palace, who are chasing their first European trophy.

Football May 27

Julian Alvarez tells Atletico Madrid he wants to leave in the summer transfer window

Julian Alvarez has informed Atletico Madrid that he wants to leave the club this summer if a move representing an 'important step' in his career becomes available, with Barcelona his preferred destination and PSG also interested.

Football May 27

Riquelme claims two signings secured as he challenges Perez for Real Madrid presidency

Enrique Riquelme, who submitted a €187m bank guarantee to run in Real Madrid's first presidential election in 20 years, says he has already secured two unnamed international stars and is targeting Jürgen Klopp as his preferred manager.

Football May 27

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