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Arsenal get William Saliba boost as Real Madrid look to ruin Manchester United plans
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Arsenal get William Saliba boost as Real Madrid look to ruin Manchester United plans

Arsenal keen on signing William Saliba (Image: Getty)Arsenal appear to have received a major boost in their bid to retain the services of defender William Saliba for years to come.The France international has established himself as one of Europe's best centre-backs in recent seasons, and his performances have earned him suitors around the world.Real Madrid are among the clubs who have been linked with Saliba, with the Whites expected to orchestrate a major rebuild of their ageing rearguard at the end of the season. Carlo Ancelotti's side are keen to explore several options, although the Arsenal No.2 is often cited as their main target.The Gunners have no intention of accepting any offers for the defender, however, and it appears Madrid are already ready to turn their attention to a...
Richard Hughes under pressure at Liverpool after Trent Alexander-Arnold update
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Richard Hughes under pressure at Liverpool after Trent Alexander-Arnold update

Trent Alexander-Arnold's current contract with Liverpool expires in July 2025 (Image: GETTY)Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes is under renewed pressure to agree a new contract for Trent Alexander-Arnold after the defender put the ball in the club's court with a public interview.The right-back reached an impressive milestone by providing an assist for one of Luis Diaz's goals in the 3-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday. It means he has been directly involved in 100 goals (19 goals, 81 assists) in 316 first-team appearances.But some fear the Merseyside side will lose their hometown hero at the end of the campaign when his contract expires.Asked about his future after the win over the Cherries, Alexander-Arnold said: "I've always said I want to be captain of the club....
Real Madrid bosses 'take drastic measures' to avoid Jude Bellingham-Kylian Mbappe feud
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Real Madrid bosses 'take drastic measures' to avoid Jude Bellingham-Kylian Mbappe feud

Bellingham with Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe (Image: GETTY)Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham has been handed a pay rise of around £4million a year, putting him on a par with the club's highest-paid star, new signing Kylian Mbappe.The England midfielder has been a revelation for Madrid over the past year, scoring 23 goals in all competitions and playing a pivotal role in the team's La Liga and Champions League triumphs under Carlo Ancelotti.Bellingham, who was signed from Borussia Dortmund last summer for a fee of around £88.5million when he was considered one of the world's most promising young talents, has now had his salary increased by Madrid, according to The Sun. This follows a similar move for Brazilian striker Vinicius Jr.The pair, who previously earned around £8.4milli...
Trent Alexander-Arnold clarifies Nantes takeover bid and stance on football ownership
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Trent Alexander-Arnold clarifies Nantes takeover bid and stance on football ownership

Trent Alexander-Arnold is reportedly planning to buy a stake in a French football club. (Image: The Overlap /Youtube)Liverpool star striker Trent Alexander-Arnold has been linked to rumours of a €100m bid to buy French club Nantes, but it turns out the rumours are far from true. Despite reports from France suggesting the Reds right-back was leading a consortium, including his father, to buy the Ligue 1 side from current owner Waldemar Kita, those allegations have been denied.The deal was expected to include an €80m cash offer for Nantes, with a further €20m in seller credit and bonuses worth around €40m. The England international was also linked with an interest in acquiring other French teams such as Saint-Etienne and Le Havre.However, the The Liverpool Echo denied the rumors, citing sour...
Trent Alexander-Arnold sets terms for new Liverpool contract as pressure mounts on Slot
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Trent Alexander-Arnold sets terms for new Liverpool contract as pressure mounts on Slot

Trent Alexander-Arnold has spoken honestly about what he wants from a move to Liverpool (Image: GETTY)Trent Alexander-Arnold has refused to guarantee his Liverpool future beyond the summer, saying his decision will be influenced by the club's success.Alexander-Arnold's contract is set to expire in June, sparking fears among supporters that the vice-captain could break his two-decade relationship with the Reds and leave on a free transfer.However, the England defender acknowledges that openly expressing his desire to stay at Liverpool beyond this season would weaken his negotiating power. function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=114291&vp_content=plembed3e7arguyxmsj&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&pl...
Star substitute Vinicius sets up a goal and scores another, and Real Madrid beat Espanyol
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Star substitute Vinicius sets up a goal and scores another, and Real Madrid beat Espanyol

Vinicius Junior came off the bench to set up a goal and score another Real Madrid beat a stubborn Espanyol 4-1 in the Spanish league on Saturday.Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia made several saves, including on shots from Kylian Mbappé before the Olympic gold medallist launched an attack with a long pass from his box that ended in an own goal Thibaut Courtois in the 54th minute.Garcia's only misstep in the match Dani Carvajal equalize four minutes later when Jude Bellingham The low pass slid under the keeper. The Real Madrid right-back only had to push the ball over the line to make it 1-1.Vinicius rested in the first half while Carlo AncelottI rotated his group of attackers. But the coach sent the Brazilian striker on immediately after Spanish leveled. Vinicius then took control, curli...
Cristiano Ronaldo's coin could fetch fans up to £110,000 – but finding one will prove difficult
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Cristiano Ronaldo's coin could fetch fans up to £110,000 – but finding one will prove difficult

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated his 900th career goal earlier this month (Image: René Nijhuis/MB Media/Getty Images)Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 900th career goal during the recent international break, leading to speculation that he is set to be celebrated with a limited edition coin that could become the ultimate collectible. The Manchester United and Real Madrid legend has broken numerous records throughout his illustrious career, and his rivalry with Lionel Messi is likely to be considered the greatest in football history.There is no denying that the 39-year-old is nearing the end of his playing career, but he continues to shine in the colours of Portugal. Despite winning five Ballons d'Or and as many Champions Leagues, his Euro 2016 victory will undoubtedly rank among his greatest ach...
Rory McIlroy shares his swing secrets with Gareth Bale as football icon makes gym confession
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Rory McIlroy shares his swing secrets with Gareth Bale as football icon makes gym confession

Rory McIlroy and Gareth Bale were both involved in the Wentworth Celebrity Pro-Am at the BMW PGA event. (Image: @DPWorldTour)Rory McIlroy gave football legend Gareth Bale some swing tips during the Wentworth Celebrity Pro-Am at the BMW PGA Championship.The worlds of football and golf collided when Northern Irish ace McIlroy was filmed giving advice to five-time Champions League winner Bale.Despite a large crowd watching the two men's conversation, McIlroy was happy to share his knowledge about his transfer with the former Real Madrid star.On best practice for the tee, McIlroy explained: "When I'm working on my swing and I'm thinking about my swing before a tournament, I start to lose awareness of the target. function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.createElement('script');el.se...