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Ten Hag accuses Man United board of broken promises and reveals McTominay embarrassment

Erik ten Hag says Manchester United's board broke a pre-season agreement to keep Scott McTominay, leaving him 'very embarrassed and disappointed' after the midfielder was sold to Napoli — where he has since won Serie A.

Football Oct 20

Laporta Reveals PSG Offered €250M for 17-Year-Old Lamine Yamal

Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirmed that PSG tabled a €250 million offer for Lamine Yamal when the Spanish winger was just 17 years old. The Catalan club rejected the bid and intends to keep their young star.

Football Oct 20

Ferdinand warns Man Utd missed out on 'incredible' £85m Bouaddi after City cameo stuns PSG

Rio Ferdinand believes Manchester United made a costly error by withdrawing from the race to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi, who joined Manchester City for £85m and impressed against PSG — the same fee United spent on two of their three summer midfield signings combined.

Football Oct 20

Alexander-Arnold rebuffed Ferguson with one-liner before leaving Liverpool for Real Madrid

Trent Alexander-Arnold once told Sir Alex Ferguson his mother's reason for not joining Manchester United as a youngster, despite having a family connection to Old Trafford through his uncle, a former club secretary at the club.

Football Oct 20

Carrick given two-game ultimatum as United target defensive reinforcements in January

Gary Neville has warned Michael Carrick that Manchester United must climb out of mid-table by January or his position will come under serious threat, with the club sitting 13th after seven Premier League games. United are also prioritising centre-back and left-back signings in the winter window.

Football Oct 20

Ngumoha plays down Bayern and Arsenal links as Ndukwe's work permit ban is lifted

Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha has addressed transfer interest from Bayern Munich and Arsenal, insisting he is focused on his football. Separately, defender Ifeanyi Ndukwe has become eligible for a UK work permit after his loan spell at Levante.

Football Oct 20

Alexander-Arnold's six-word quip that ended Ferguson's Man United recruitment pitch

Trent Alexander-Arnold has revealed how he shut down Sir Alex Ferguson's attempt to recruit him to Manchester United as a youngster, citing a memorable six-word reason rooted in family logistics rather than club loyalty.

Football Oct 20

Carrick faces January sack threat as United target defenders in winter window

Gary Neville has warned Michael Carrick that he cannot still be in mid-table by January, as Manchester United sit 13th after seven games and plan to prioritise centre-backs and left-backs in the winter transfer window.

Football Oct 20

Pardew warns Eze faces impact-sub role at Arsenal as £55m Araujo pursuit stalls

Former Premier League manager Alan Pardew believes Eberechi Eze lacks the profile to start regularly for Arsenal, either as a No. 10 or left winger. Meanwhile, reported interest in Sporting CP's Maxi Araujo has cooled at both Arsenal and Manchester United.

Football Oct 20

Saha floats Real Madrid move for McTominay that would reunite him with Mourinho

Former Manchester United forward Louis Saha has suggested Scott McTominay could be bound for Real Madrid, pairing him with Jude Bellingham — and a reunion with ex-United boss José Mourinho. United hold a 10% sell-on clause from his £25.9m Napoli sale.

Football Oct 19

Barcelona push to sign Bruno Fernandes from struggling Manchester United in January

Barcelona have emerged as strong contenders to sign Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes in the January transfer window, with the 32-year-old reportedly frustrated by the club's 13th-place Premier League standing and open to an exit.

Football Oct 19

Araujo says it is too early to discuss permanent Liverpool move after just 10 appearances

On-loan Ronald Araujo has settled quickly at Liverpool, becoming first-choice right-back despite preferring a central role, but the former Barcelona captain insists it is too soon to address the club's £47m option to buy.

Football Oct 19

Tommaso Allan targets fourth Rugby World Cup as Zebre return extends storied career

Italy utility back Tommaso Allan, 33, has signed for Zebre Parma and is targeting a place in Italy's squad for the 2025 Rugby World Cup in Australia, capping a career that has taken him across four continents over 14 seasons.

Rugby Oct 19

Baxter confirms Exeter pursuit of Pumas lock Goedhals but warns deal is not yet done

Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter has acknowledged the club's interest in signing English-qualified Pumas lock André Goedhals as cover for the injured Andrea Zambonin, but stresses the move hinges on a decision from the Mbombela-based franchise.

Rugby Oct 19

Martinez signals Old Trafford exit after blasting Manchester United hierarchy over Champions League humiliation

Lisandro Martinez is expected to leave Manchester United when his contract expires in 2027, after publicly criticising the club's recruitment following their heavy defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. An extension option held by the club is now considered unlikely to be triggered.

Football Oct 19

Konsa relishes Kane duel as Arsenal target first Champions League glory

Ezri Konsa has settled quickly into life at Arsenal after his £55m move from Aston Villa, forming a strong partnership with Gabriel and helping the Gunners keep four clean sheets in seven Premier League games. The England centre-back is now focused on Wednesday's Champions League trip to Bayern Munich.

Football Oct 19

Liverpool and Chelsea chase Alex Scott in £100m Bournemouth transfer battle

Bournemouth have reversed their stance on Alex Scott and are now open to selling the 23-year-old midfielder in January, with Liverpool and Chelsea leading the chase for a fee of at least £100 million.

Football Oct 19

Guehi says City squad stayed calm after 115-charge guilty verdict due to club trust

Marc Guehi has revealed Manchester City's players reacted with composure to the club's guilty verdict on 115 financial rule charges, saying trust in club leadership kept the dressing room settled. The defender, signed in January, also expressed his desire to be part of City's future.

Football Oct 19

Real Madrid make significant offer for Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel as exit looms

Real Madrid have submitted a significant offer worth around €10 million for Manchester United academy forward JJ Gabriel, 16, who has been training alone in Spain while seeking to terminate his contract at Old Trafford.

Football Oct 19

Ramos, 40, edges closer to La Liga return as Getafe confirm talks with defender's camp

Sergio Ramos has been without a club since leaving Monterrey in December 2025, but Getafe president Angel Torres has confirmed talks with the Spaniard's representative and says a move remains on the table for 2027.

Football Oct 19