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Kyle Walker says Maguire and Shaw should have made England's World Cup squad
Former England right-back Kyle Walker has publicly criticised Thomas Tuchel's decision to omit Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw from his 26-man World Cup squad, arguing both Manchester United defenders deserved a place after strong club seasons.
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Ex-Red McAllister urges Liverpool to re-sign Harry Wilson as Salah replacement
Former Liverpool midfielder Gary McAllister has called on the club to bring back Harry Wilson on a free transfer this summer. The 29-year-old Fulham winger contributed 10 goals and seven assists across 37 Premier League appearances in 2025-26.
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Manchester United add Everton's Iliman Ndiaye to left-winger shortlist this summer
Manchester United are monitoring Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye as they look to sign a left-winger during the summer transfer window. The 26-year-old Senegal international has not yet been the subject of a formal approach, but United view him as a more affordable alternative to RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande and Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers.
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Diomande admits PSG dream as Liverpool chase RB Leipzig winger to replace Salah
Yan Diomande has publicly declared his admiration for PSG, complicating Liverpool's pursuit of the 19-year-old RB Leipzig winger. The Ivorian scored 13 goals and contributed 23 goal involvements in 36 appearances last season.
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Riot police deployed in Benidorm as Spain prepares for World Cup influx of England fans
Benidorm's town council has announced a joint local and national police operation running from June 11 to July 19, prompted by a 16.4 per cent surge in UK flight bookings to Alicante during the World Cup's opening phase.
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Some Glazer family members debating sale of their Manchester United shares
Several Glazer family members are studying whether to sell part or all of their holdings in Manchester United, according to Bloomberg. The family remains split on the issue, with some opposed to any sale.
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Alan Brazil lucky to be alive after heart stopped during liver transplant
TalkSport host and former Ipswich and Scotland striker Alan Brazil, 66, has revealed his heart stopped during a liver transplant at Addenbrooke's Hospital. Brazil returned to air on Thursday, saying he is gradually improving and hopes to be back on air within weeks.
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Manchester United add Everton's Iliman Ndiaye to left-winger shortlist alongside Rogers
Manchester United are monitoring Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye as a potential summer signing, with the 26-year-old Senegalese international considered a more affordable option than Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers or RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande.
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Glazer family members debating sale of Manchester United stake after two decades of ownership
Some members of the Glazer family are exploring whether to sell part or all of their Manchester United holdings, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday, sending the club's New York-listed shares up seven per cent in extended trading.
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Ratcliffe praises Glazers as 'decent people' amid fresh Man Utd stake sale talks
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has described the Glazer family as 'really decent people' and praised their professional partnership, even as Bloomberg reports some Glazer members are holding internal discussions about selling their stake in Manchester United.
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Alan Brazil reveals his heart stopped during emergency liver transplant operation
Former Ipswich Town, Tottenham and Manchester United midfielder Alan Brazil has disclosed that his heart stopped on the operating table during a life-saving liver transplant. The 66-year-old TalkSPORT host made the revelation on air during his return to the breakfast show.
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FIFA reverses policy to ban reusable water bottles from World Cup stadiums
FIFA has quietly updated its Stadium Code of Conduct to prohibit reusable water bottles at World Cup venues this summer, reversing guidance issued just three weeks earlier that explicitly permitted them. Fans will now be required to purchase bottled water inside stadiums, where prices reached up to $6 at last year's Club World Cup.
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Tottenham's opening bid for Brighton's Van Hecke rejected as Chelsea and Liverpool circle
Tottenham have had an initial offer for Brighton centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke turned down, with the Seagulls holding firm on a £70 million valuation. Chelsea and Liverpool are also monitoring the Netherlands international, who has one year left on his contract.
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Manchester City's opening bid for Elliot Anderson rejected as Forest demand £100m
Nottingham Forest have turned down Manchester City's first offer for midfielder Elliot Anderson, valuing the 23-year-old England international at £100m or more as City seek a replacement for departing captain Bernardo Silva.
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Leeds United's 2026/27 away kit revives the white rose crest for first time since 1998/99
Adidas has unveiled Leeds United's away kit for 2026/27, a yellow, white and blue design featuring the retro white rose crest last seen on a club shirt during the 1998/99 season. USMNT midfielder Brenden Aaronson models the new strip.
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Man City threaten legal action after Real Madrid candidate claims Haaland agreement
Manchester City have denied any possibility of Erling Haaland leaving the club and warned of legal action, after Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme publicly vowed to sign the Norwegian striker if elected.
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Glazer family holds internal talks over selling Manchester United stake at £5bn valuation
Several members of the Glazer family have held private discussions about selling their stakes in Manchester United, Bloomberg reports, though the family is not united on the idea and any buyer would face a valuation exceeding £5 billion.
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Van Dijk criticises Slot departure leaks after learning news on landing in Amsterdam
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has revealed he first learned of Arne Slot's dismissal through media leaks after landing in Amsterdam, and has since spoken directly with the departing head coach. Andoni Iraola is poised to be confirmed as Slot's replacement within days.
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Manchester United set to extend Tom Heaton's contract for a second successive season
Manchester United are expected to hand goalkeeper Tom Heaton a new one-year deal, keeping the 40-year-old at Old Trafford beyond this summer. The extension mirrors last year's arrangement, with departing midfielder Casemiro previously praising Heaton's influence in the dressing room.
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Sports Direct cuts 1988 England retro shirt to £23 with cashback offer
Sports Direct has reduced the Score Draw England Third Shirt 1988/89 from £49.99 to £35, with new TopCashback sign-ups able to bring the price down further to £23.24.
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