Manager changes
Coach hires, sackings, contract extensions.
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Scarlets appoint St Helens defence coach Eamon O'Carroll to replace departing Jared Payne
Scarlets have hired Eamon O'Carroll, 38, as their new defence coach after the former Ireland RL international impressed at Super League club St Helens. He replaces Jared Payne, who departs after three seasons following a review of the URC side's coaching staff.
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Xabi Alonso's Chelsea role could convince Enzo Fernandez to stay amid Real Madrid links
Former Chelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips believes Xabi Alonso's appointment as manager — with significant transfer authority — gives the club a strong chance of keeping Enzo Fernandez, who has been linked with Real Madrid and Manchester City this summer.
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Carragher questions whether Iraola can adapt his Bournemouth style to Liverpool's squad
Jamie Carragher has raised doubts about Liverpool's appointment of Andoni Iraola, questioning whether the Basque coach can convince a high-profile, expensively assembled squad to adopt his pressing-based philosophy after his success with Bournemouth.
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Nine Manchester City players facing uncertain futures under Enzo Maresca
Manchester City enter a summer of significant transition as Enzo Maresca prepares to take charge. From goalkeeper James Trafford to midfielder Mateo Kovacic, at least nine first-team players face unclear futures at the Etihad Stadium.
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Bruno Genesio set to sign with Marseille to replace Habib Beye
Olympique de Marseille is close to finalizing the arrival of Bruno Genesio as its new head coach. A preliminary agreement has already been reached between the two parties, with only a few contractual details remaining to be settled.
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Slot blindsided by Liverpool sacking but holds no grudge against FSG, journalist claims
Arne Slot was caught off guard by his Liverpool dismissal last weekend but is not bitter towards owners FSG, according to Dutch journalist Marcel van der Kraan. The former Reds boss is also reportedly open to succeeding Ronald Koeman as Netherlands manager after the World Cup.
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Carragher, Johnson and fellow Liverpool legends cast doubt on Iraola appointment
Three Liverpool legends have publicly questioned whether Andoni Iraola is the right choice to manage the club, with Jamie Carragher arguing Xabi Alonso would have been the superior candidate and Glen Johnson raising concerns about the step up from Bournemouth.
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Carragher warns Liverpool that Iraola appointment carries 'dangerous' Klopp-chasing risk
Jamie Carragher has cautioned Liverpool over their decision to hire Andoni Iraola, arguing the Spaniard has been fast-tracked into one of football's most demanding roles and that building a managerial profile around replicating Jürgen Klopp's style is a flawed strategy.
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Mourinho set to return to Real Madrid, Benfica confirms €15m transfer
Benfica has officially confirmed José Mourinho's departure to Real Madrid for €15 million, subject to Florentino Pérez's re-election as president of the Spanish club, expected on Sunday.
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Iraola confirmed as Liverpool head coach with 14 players ready for pre-season opener
Liverpool have officially appointed Andoni Iraola as head coach following Arne Slot's departure. Fourteen players not involved in the World Cup will report for pre-season next month, with the club's summer schedule including a US tour and two Anfield friendlies.
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Iraola signs two-year Liverpool deal and explains why Anfield was irresistible
Andoni Iraola has been confirmed as Liverpool's new manager on a two-year contract, succeeding Arne Slot just five days after the Dutchman's sacking. The 43-year-old turned down approaches from Crystal Palace and Bayer Leverkusen to take charge ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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Liverpool appoint Andoni Iraola on two-year deal to replace sacked Arne Slot
Andoni Iraola has been confirmed as Liverpool's new manager, signing a two-year contract at Anfield. The 43-year-old Spaniard leaves Bournemouth, whom he guided to a record sixth-place Premier League finish, to succeed Arne Slot.
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Sandro urges Tottenham to back De Zerbi like Arsenal backed Arteta and warns of summer exits
Former Spurs midfielder Sandro, who played under Roberto De Zerbi at Benevento, says Tottenham must give their new head coach full backing and the right players — and warns that Richarlison and Cristian Romero could both leave this summer.
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Al-Ittihad rules out Walid Regragui, explores other options for manager role
Saudi club Al-Ittihad, searching for a manager after Sergio Conceiçao's departure, has not pursued Walid Regragui. According to Saudi media, no negotiations were ever initiated with the former Morocco national team coach.
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Alex Scott predicts Iraola will revive Klopp-era pressing football at Liverpool
Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott says incoming Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola plays a style reminiscent of Jurgen Klopp's early teams, citing the Spaniard's aggressive pressing and the personal improvement he delivered to players at the Vitality Stadium.
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EFL chief executive Trevor Birch to step down at end of 2026-27 season
Trevor Birch has informed the EFL board of his intention to leave at the conclusion of the 2026-27 campaign, ending a six-year tenure that began in January 2021. The announcement follows the re-election of chair Rick Parry for a further three-year term.
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Berrada outlines United's summer transfer plan as Ederson deal nears completion
Manchester United chief executive Omar Berrada has set out a disciplined transfer strategy for the summer, promising to replicate last year's recruitment model. A £35 million agreement with Atalanta for Brazilian midfielder Ederson is already understood to be in place.
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Liverpool contact RB Leipzig over Yan Diomande as Salah replacement search intensifies
Liverpool have made contact with RB Leipzig to discuss signing 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande, who scored 13 goals and added 10 assists in 36 games this season. Leipzig's £112m asking price and reluctance to sell this summer remain significant obstacles.
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Andoni Iraola set to be named Liverpool manager after talks at AXA Training Centre
Andoni Iraola held detailed talks with Liverpool officials at their AXA Training Centre on Thursday and is expected to be formally appointed as the club's next manager imminently, signing a two-year contract to succeed the sacked Arne Slot.
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Brown backs Yapp as ideal Lions Women's head coach ahead of 2027 New Zealand tour
Shaunagh Brown has endorsed Jo Yapp as the right choice to lead the first-ever British & Irish Lions Women's Team, citing the former England scrum-half's breadth of coaching experience and ability to unite players from four nations for the 2027 tour of New Zealand.
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