AC Milan and Juventus legend Andrea Pirlo lands surprising new job as coach of second-tier club
AC Milan and Juventus legend Andrea Pirlo will mark his return to football management with a stint at second-tier Emirati club Dubai United.
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'Another Rasmus Hojlund situation!' – Nicolas Jackson told to swerve Man Utd and join Brighton instead as Chelsea exit gathers pace
Nicolas Jackson has been urged to avoid a move to Manchester United amid rumours of a potential Chelsea exit, with former Premier League star Jermaine Pennant suggesting Brighton would be a better fit for the Senegal striker. Despite interest from top clubs, the Blues have placed a hefty price tag on the forward and don't look too eager to part ways.
Virgil van Dijk reveals what he told Florian Wirtz in phone call to seal £116m transfer to Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen
Virgil van Dijk has revealed what he told Florian Wirtz to help seal a record-breaking £116m ($156m) transfer to Liverpool for the German playmaker.
Wrexham become only club outside of 'Big Six' to achieve feat – with Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney, documentary & pre-season tours helping Red Dragons soar
Wrexham are said to have become the only side outside of the Premier League's 'Big Six' to achieve a notable fan feat.
Man City agree to re-sign James Trafford as Newcastle lose another transfer race – with Pep Guardiola's side sealing deal with Burnley for less than £40m buy-back option
Manchester City have beaten Newcastle United to the signing of goalkeeper James Trafford, with Pep Guardiola’s side reaching an agreement with Burnley. The deal has reportedly been sealed for less than the £40 million ($53.8m) buy-back clause originally set, as City prepare for possible changes in their goalkeeping department ahead of the new season.
'Football ruined my life!' – Luciano Spalletti kept 'awake at night' and can't escape horrors of Italy sacking as coach reflects on his 'mistake'
Luciano Spalletti has claimed that football has "ruined" his life as he continues to be haunted by the defeat to Norway that cost him his job.
Real Madrid put Ferland Mendy up for sale after rejecting several offers for AC Milan target Fran Garcia
Real Madrid plan to move ahead with Fran Garcia for the upcoming season and will look to offload Ferland Mendy in the process.
Son Heung-min set for Tottenham showdown talks after receiving £15m LAFC offer as South Korean heads into final year of Spurs contract
Son Heung-min is set for crunch talks with Tottenham Hotspur after Major League Soccer side Los Angeles FC made a £15 million ($20.2m) offer for the club captain. With just one year remaining on his contract, Spurs are considering his future - but a decision won’t be made until after their lucrative pre-season tour of Asia, where Son’s presence is essential to the financial payout.
'Years in the making' – Liverpool CEO defends summer transfer splurge and explains how Reds have spent nearly £300m
Liverpool's summer spending spree, nearing the £300 million mark, has raised eyebrows across the footballing world. But for club CEO Billy Hogan, this aggressive approach in the transfer market is not impulsive but the culmination of meticulous planning and a bold declaration of Liverpool’s ambitions on and off the pitch.