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Manchester United reportedly missed the opportunity to sign seven players recommended by their former scouts, with four of them later joining rivals Manchester City.The list, compiled by former head of scouting Jim Lawlor and world head of scouting Marcel Bout, included Rodri, Erling Haaland, Jack Grealish, Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, Kai Havertz and Joao Cancelo. Rodri, Haaland, Grealish and Cancelo have continued to thrive under Pep Guardiola.Lawlor joined United in 2006 during the reign of Sir Alex Ferguson and remained chief scouts until the summer of 2022, when he left to make way for Erik Ten Hag. Bout, who was initially part of former head coach Louis van Gaal's coaching staff, became global head of scouting in 2016 but also left United alongside Lawlor.The reshuffle was seen ...

Erling Haaland has signed an important new deal. (Image: Getty)Erling Haaland's new contract with Manchester City reportedly contains a staggering release clause, but that figure pales in comparison to the stars of Barcelona FC and Real Madrid. On Friday, news broke that the Norwegian striker had signed a nine-and-a-half year contract with the Etihad, which would keep him at the club until the summer of 2034.His previous salary of £375,000 a week would have been increased by £125,000, but the figures do not include bonuses and image rights.However, the 24-year-old has a release clause in his new contract, which can be triggered from 2029.But not only would a club have to wait five years to activate this clause, they would also have to offer a whopping £250 million. This surpasses the c...

Arne Slot and Pep Guardiola. (Image: Getty)Liverpool appear to be outplayed in the January transfer window by rivals Manchester City, despite being 12 points ahead of their Premier League rivals. The Reds have suffered a slight dip in form this month, winning just once in four league and cup matches following Tuesday's 1-1 draw at Nottingham Forrest.And with Arne Slot's team currently hampered by injury problems, fans have called on owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG) to strengthen the team for the title race.However, FSG have previously spoken about the difficulties of completing deals mid-season and are reportedly prepared to resist bidding for players until the summer. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/l...

Express Sport rounds up the latest injury news ahead of Gameweek 22 (Image: GETTY)Another exciting stage of Premier League football is fast approaching, with the FA Cup taking center stage this past weekend. A number of big clubs are facing injury problems, meaning FPL managers will have to choose their squads wisely before Saturday's deadline.Express Sport provides a helping hand with a list of popular picks that might not be available for Gameweek 22...Cole PalmerChelsea boss Enzo Maresca has revealed Cole Palmer is injury doubt for Monday's game against Wolves. He suffered several knocks during the Blues' midweek draw against Bournemouth and has not trained since.Speaking at Friday's press conference, Maresca admitted: "Cole is uncertain. The first half [against Bournemo...

Man City's handling of Erling Haaland's contract is a lesson for Liverpool (Image: Getty)Erling Haaland's new contract with Manchester City showed Liverpool how they should have handled their own negotiations with players before the situation escalated into a crisis. Haaland has signed a lucrative new deal with the current Premier League champions which will see him stay at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2034.It is understood City have spent six months working on a nine-and-a-half year contract, which is worth more than £500,000-a-week. The 25-year-old's decision to commit another decade to City is a significant boost for the club, especially given their poor form this season and the uncertainty surrounding their financial burdens.Haaland, who joined Dortmund in the...

Erling Haaland will earn a huge sum with Manchester City (Image: Getty)Erling Haaland is set to pocket at least £260million at the end of his new nine-and-a-half year contract. The 24-year-old Norwegian striker has been a sensation in English football since his £51.2 million move in 2022 from Borussia Dortmund to Manchester City.Under the tutelage of Pep Guardiola, Haaland scored 111 goals in 126 appearances for the Blues, winning two Premier League titles, an FA Cup and a Champions League - with hopes of adding more silverware in the future . Despite recent rumors linking him to Real Madrid, Haaland has affirmed his commitment to the northwest of England, signing a nearly decade-long contract that will keep him at the Etihad until the end of the season 2033/34.The deal would also eliminat...

Denis Law has sadly passed away at the age of 84 Manchester United and Scotland legend Denis Law has died aged 84, his family has confirmed.Law revealed in 2021 that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia. His children revealed he had fought an “uphill battle” while expressing gratitude to those who cared for him in his final years.Their statement read: "It is with heavy hearts that we announce that our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a hard battle but is finally now at peace.Denis Law played for Man Utd and Man City (Image: Getty)“We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his well-being and care, past and much more recently. We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made a differe...

Erling Haaland has signed a new contract with Man City. (Image: Getty)Erling Haaland has dedicated the majority of his footballing career to Manchester City, signing an incredible nine-and-a-half year contract with the club, according to reports. The Norwegian striker has emphatically ended speculation over his future by completing a record deal at the Etihad Stadium in a significant boost for Pep Guardiola.Haaland's previous deal was set to expire in June 2027 and reportedly included some clauses that could have facilitated a quicker exit.However, according to The Athletic, all release clauses have been removed from the 24-year-old's new terms, allowing him to stay for the next decade.It is claimed to be one of the most lucrative contracts in sporting history, which could see Haal...

Viktor Gyokeres and Bryan Mbeumo have been linked with January transfers (Image: Getty)Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City are all expected to be extremely busy in the second half of the January transfer window. Several Premier League clubs are scrambling to complete deals before the window closes for the final time this season on February 3.Arsenal are in desperate need of a new centre-forward as the deficiencies in United's squad were glaring in their win over bottom-placed Southampton on Thursday. Amad Diallo's late hat-trick saved Ruben Amorim from another embarrassing result.Rivals City is set to close a few deals in the coming days. Pep Guardiola's side have been in need of a radical refresh after being left stale.You can follow all the latest transfer news on ...

Pep Guardiola's side set to spend big in January (Image: Getty)Manchester City are reportedly planning a move for Juventus' Andrea Cambiaso as Pep Guardiola prepares for a big-spending January.City have been ravaged by injuries throughout the 2024/25 campaign and are looking to add bodies to their squad this month.The Blues appear out of the title race, but Guardiola and co. hope to return to Champions League qualification.Although they are yet to bring any player through the door, as the January window draws to a close, the Premier League champions appear to be upping the ante. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=114291&vp_content=plembed3e7arguyxmsj&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId...