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Zinedine Zidane has been linked with the Manchester United job again (Image: AFP via Getty Images)Raphael Varane and Casemiro reportedly aspired to Zinedine Zidane's leadership while they were together at Manchester United. Current boss Erik ten Hag is under pressure again after another choppy start to the Premier League and European campaign.United's 0-0 draw against Aston Villa sent them to the international break after recording their worst start to a league season since 1989. Their Europa League campaign also began with disappointing draws against Porto and FC Twente.Ten Hag's future looked uncertain when Sir Jim Ratcliffe gathered the club's top brass for a meeting in London last Tuesday, but United's hierarchy opted to retain the former Ajax manager. Considering r...

Lass Diarra, when he was a Real Madrid playerLAPRESSEAafter a historic court decision for the football transfer market, FIFA said on Monday he would now invite "key players" from around the world for discussions on updating the rules questioned by the former France international. Lassana Diarra.The European Court of Justice ruled in the Diarra case on October 4 in Luxembourg that parts of FIFA's transfer rules did not comply with its laws on competition and free movement of workers.window.onUEDailymotionReady=window.onUEDailymotionReady||[];window.onUEDailymotionReady.push(()=>{var dailymotionOptions={video:'x97azdw',title:'FIFA to open 'global dialogue' over transfer rules after Diarra ruling',section:'en/football',tags:'',topic:'',playlist:'x888uy',};ueDailymotion.loadVideo...

Jude Bellingham hid behind a birthday card for Trent Alexander-Arnold (Image: YouTube/England)England stars Jude Bellingham and Trent Alexander-Arnold have rekindled their close friendship as they reported for international duty. The duo have developed a strong bond since becoming teammates at the Three Lions.Their relationship has strengthened suggestions that they could also become colleagues at the club. Bellingham's Real Madrid have been repeatedly linked with Alexander-Arnold, whose contract with Liverpool expires next summer.For now, they are focusing on the Nations League matches against Greece and Finland. The England team gathered at St George's Park on Monday, which also marked Alexander-Arnold's 26th birthday.A large card was left at reception to mark the occasion. A...

Man Utd must re-sign Alvaro Carreras. (Image: Getty)Manchester United are closely monitoring the development of Alvaro Carreras after allowing him to join Benfica permanently for just £5million this summer, according to reports. The move proved controversial, and not just because the 21-year-old defender is impressing hugely in Portugal.United allowed Carreras to end his loan spell at Granada to join Benfica in January, initially on a temporary basis before the permanent deal.The Spain U21 international's potential was never in doubt as he came through the youth ranks at Carrington, but no first-team opportunities presented themselves.Erik ten Hag's decision to loan Carreras out as left-back was one of his main problems at Old Trafford has raised eyebrows.Last season, Tyrell Malaci...

Real Madrid are long-time admirers of Pedro Porro (Image: Getty)Real Madrid have reportedly "compiled reports" on Tottenham defender Pedro Porro, who has recently appeared to attract interest from the European giants.Los Blancos are scouring the market for defensive reinforcements ahead of next summer, with new full-backs seen as a priority. Bayern Munich ace Alphonso Davies has been selected as the club's first left-back target, and he could be available as a free agent next summer unless he signs a new contract at the club. 'Allianz Arena.On the right side, several options are being explored. Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold has been cited as Madrid's dream target, but other alternatives are also being considered.According to The Athletic, Porro is one of those who has a...

Pedro Porro flirted with the possibility of joining Real Madrid (Image: Getty)Pedro Porro admits links with Real Madrid have "filled him with enthusiasm" and he is ready to replace injured Dani Carvajal if the Spanish giants come calling.Porro is a regular starter under Ange Postecoglou and has played virtually every minute for Tottenham in the Premier League this season. But his future in England has been thrown into doubt following his links with Los Blancos, who are scrambling for cover at right-back.Trent Alexander-Arnold has been touted as an option for Real, but they would likely have to wait until the end of the season to sign the Liverpool star when his contract expires.Porro could not hide his emotions when asked about the prospect of traveling to the Spanish capital. “It fills yo...

Graeme Souness has launched another rant against Man Utd. (Image: GETTY)Graeme Souness was left red-faced following his latest speech on the situation at Manchester United, this time lambasting the club's recruitment. The former Sky Sports pundit never took action when criticizing United, their owners, their players or their coaching staff.And he is now speaking out about the uncertainty surrounding Erik ten Hag's future, saying the Dutchman's poor recruitment has not helped his cause.Souness believes United's hierarchy have "already made up their minds" about Ten Hag after Tuesday's executive meeting in London.The 71-year-old singled out the players who arrived at Old Trafford this summer, describing them as disappointing.“I look at the players they signed this summer,...

Trent Alexander-Arnold is in the final months of his Liverpool contract (Image: Getty)Liverpool have until the start of January to agree a new contract with Trent Alexander-Arnold or Real Madrid will present theirs, according to reports.The Reds right-back is one of three big stars who could leave Anfield for free at the end of the season. Progress is being made behind the scenes to tie Jarell Quansah and Ibrahima Konate to new terms, but fans are still awaiting a breakthrough on the futures of Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk.Los Blancos are said to have serious interest in Alexander-Arnold, who has shown flashes of discontent since Arne Slot arrived on Merseyside to replace Jurgen Klopp at the end of last season.Normally a mainstay in the lineup, the 26-year-old has be...

Real Madrid management and coaches had already considered strengthening the right-back position before Carvajal's injury, seeing the role as one that needed to be strengthened in the near future. Confidence in the duo of second captain and Lucas Vázquez remains absolute, but a successor still needs to be found for two veteran players who have faced many battles. Carvajal's injury significantly changes initial plans. It is now a matter of necessity and strengthening Lucas Vázquez's position.In the landscape drawn in recent weeks, sports directors were considering several names, but one stands out for its importance and for the fact that his contract ends on June 30, 2025. This player is none other than Alexander Arnold, the full-back right. -and more-of Liverpoolwho has become a...

Dani Carvajal seriously injured his knee against Villarreal (Bernat Armangue/AP) (Image: Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)Dani Carvajal will undergo surgery in the coming days after suffering a serious knee injury during Real Madrid's 2-0 win over Villarreal.Carvajal, 32, was in tears as he was carried off the field on a stretcher following a challenge with Yeremy Pino on Saturday.A statement from the Spanish club said: "Following examinations carried out on Dani Carvajal by Real Madrid's medical services, the player was diagnosed with a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament, a ruptured external collateral ligament and a ruptured popliteal tendon of the right leg. He will be operated on in the coming days."In a message posted on Instagram, Spain international ...