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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
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- Daily Mirror
Man Utd continue ridiculous Premier League record as Manchester City pay penalty
Premier League fixtures for 2025-26 have been released and Manchester United have continued a quirky run on the opening day as they take on Arsenal and Old Trafford The Premier League fixtures for 2025-26 have been revealed and Manchester United have again been drawn at home for their opening match of the season. It marks the ninth season in succession that the Red Devils have kicked off their campaign at Old Trafford. United welcome Arsenal on the opening weekend in the first Sunday 4.30pm clash of the season. There may be more difficult challenges in the Premier League these days, but at least at the Theatre of Dreams, Ruben Amorim's side can look to the draw they earned in March. United have claimed victory in six of their last eight games on the opening day where they have had home advantage. Last term, United got off the mark with three points when Joshua Zirkzee bagged a late winning goal on his debut. Brighton and Crystal Palace have both proven to be the spoiler in recent years however. The Seagulls earned a 2-1 in 2022, while the Eagles came away 3-1 victors in 2020. And while United have enjoyed a consistent run of home matches to start their season, it means local rivals Manchester City have been dealt the opposite hand. The duo cannot play at home on the same weekend and are paired together to avoid a clash, much like Liverpool and Everton. That is to prevent the overburdening of policing and travel resources. Even outside of such pairings, the Premier League fixture selection is designed to avoid having clubs from the same area travelling on the same train lines across the Football League and the Premier League to avoid 'pinch points' on rail and road networks. City have managed the task of being on the road in the opening fixture pretty well, however. Only Tottenham, under Nuno Espirito Santo, have claimed victory against the Citizens with wins coming against Chelsea, Burnley, West Ham, Wolves, Arsenal, Brighton. The eight-times Premier League champions last played at home on the opening day against Sunderland in 2016. That day saw a late Paddy McNair own-goal earn a City victory after goals from Sergio Aguero and Jermain Defoe. United's last away trip on the first weekend of the season, also saw three points for a Manchester side. Goals from Marcus Rashford, Wayne Rooney and Ashley Young secured a 3-1 win over Bournemouth 3-1 as Chris Smalling netted an own-goal. Despite the benefit of being able to play their first game at home, United have been deemed to have the most difficult start in the Premier League. Games against Fulham, Burnley, Manchester City and Chelsea follow the Arsenal clash, with a trip to Liverpool scheduled in October.
Yahoo
7 days ago
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- Yahoo
Juventus Told to Pursue Joshua Zirkzee as Replacement for Man Utd, PSG Target
AC Milan are emerging as a serious contender in the search for a new striker this summer, joining Manchester United and PSG in the race. PSG are reportedly open to parting ways with Randal Kolo Muani, and there's even talk that Gonçalo Ramos could be on the move as well. One forward high on PSG's list is Juventus' Dušan Vlahović. According to CaughtOffside, the club began monitoring the Serbian international earlier this year, and with his transfer fee now more reasonable, a summer deal is becoming more likely. Advertisement Arsenal and Manchester United are also keeping an eye on Vlahović, which could spark a bidding war. With just one year left on his contract, Juventus may be willing to negotiate a lower fee rather than risk losing him for free in 2026. Juventus urged to secure this player to replace Manchester United, PSG targetFormer England manager Fabio Capello has encouraged Juventus to sign Joshua Zirkzee as a replacement for Vlahović, urging the club to move for the struggling Manchester United forward. 'Now, Dusan—what's next? I mention departures because it seems Vlahović and Juventus are heading for a split,' Capello said (h/t The Mirror). Advertisement 'In that case, Juve would need a new striker, especially with Kolo Muani's future uncertain (he's still owned by PSG). Who would I pick as the new number nine for the Bianconeri? I'd go straight for Joshua Zirkzee, who showed real class in Serie A. 'Though he's struggled at Manchester United, now might be the right time to bring the Dutchman back to Italy. Zirkzee would also cost less than the frequently linked Viktor Gyökeres. 'The Swede was a goal machine at Sporting, but at 27, he's never faced a top-tier league like ours. In short, I believe the safer bet is the former Bologna man.' GIVE ME SPORT reported this week that Manchester United could be offered the chance to sign Vlahović, who is keen on a move to England for the first time in his career. The striker has reportedly accepted that he is not part of Juventus' long-term plans and recognizes the need for a fresh start to secure consistent playing time. The report also claims that Manchester United are firmly on Vlahović's radar. After tallying 20 goal contributions across all competitions during the 2024-25 season, he is said to be confident in his ability to adapt to the demands of the Premier League.
Daily Mirror
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Transfer news live - Liverpool in final Wirtz talks as Arsenal bid expected
The transfer window is shut for now, but just for a short time. Teams will require just a little patience before they see it open again on June 16 after the first window closed in time for this summer's Club World Cup. The main name in the window looks set to be Viktor Gyokeres, who was reportedly set to go on strike to force a move away from Sporting Lisbon. The Man United and Arsenal target has now spoken out with an angry statement on social media. Liverpool are close to breaking the British transfer record with a move for Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz and have already added Jeremie Frimpong to Arne Slot's squad. They are struggling to shift Darwin Nunez as the Reds line up departures that could include Harvey Elliott. Speaking of heavy spending, both Man City and Chelsea have both been very busy indeed. Pep Guardiola's have already made four signings this summer, the latest becoming Tijjani Reijnders. Chelsea in the meantime have already welcomed six new faces to Stamford Bridge. Away from transfers, Tottenham have finally confiemed the appointment of Thomas Frank as their new manager. That's all we've got time for here! Make sure you join us bright and early tomorrow for even more transfer news and rumours. Ex-England boss Fabio Capello has urged Juventus to sign Man Utd flop Joshua Zirkzee as a replacement for Dusan Vlahovic. He said: 'Now, Dusan—what's next? I mention departures because it seems Vlahović and Juventus are heading for a split. 'In that case, Juve would need a new striker, especially with Kolo Muani's future uncertain (he's still owned by PSG). 'Who would I pick as the new number nine for the Bianconeri? I'd go straight for Joshua Zirkzee, who showed real class in Serie A. 'Though he's struggled at Manchester United, now might be the right time to bring the Dutchman back to Italy. Zirkzee would also cost less than the frequently linked Viktor Gyökeres. 'The Swede was a goal machine at Sporting, but at 27, he's never faced a top-tier league like ours. In short, I believe the safer bet is the former Bologna man.' Chelsea star Renato Veiga looks like he will NOT be returning to Juventus following his loan spell. The Portuguese spent the second-half of last season with the Italian giants, with reports suggesting that they were keen to keep him. For now at least, Veiga has said his farewells. He said: 'It was an absolute pleasure and honour to represent this huge club! Thanks a lot, Fino alla fine'. Arsenal are set to make another attempt to sign Viktor Gyokeres, reports have suggested. As per Mais Futbol, the Gunners will offer a second bid to Sporting Lisbon. Their offer is expected to be worth over €55m (£46.8m) and could even reach €70m (£59.5m) with significant add-ons. Man United are still interested and would be willing to offer around the same amount but are behind the Gunners in the race. Brighton have confirmed the signing of Olympiacos forward Charalampos Kostoulas for around £30m. He has signed a five-year deal and will officially join on July 1. Fabian Hurzeler said: 'Charalampos is an outstanding young player and we're delighted he is coming to Brighton. He wants to play in the Premier League and we are excited about what he can bring to the team. 'He will give us different attacking options and we're looking forward to helping him adapt to his new environment.' Tottenham have confirmed the appointment of Thomas Frank as Ange Postecoglou's successor. "We are delighted to announce the appointment of Thomas Frank as our new Head Coach on a contract that runs until 2028," Spurs said in a statement. "Thomas has extensive experience in English football having joined Brentford in 2016 - since becoming one of the longest-serving current managers in the Premier League. During his time at Brentford he transformed the Club, moving them up from the Championship to an established Premier League side, consistently and significantly outperforming expectations for an extended period of time. "In Thomas we are appointing one of the most progressive and innovative head coaches within the game. He has a proven track record in player and squad development and we look forward to him leading the team as we prepare for the season ahead." Bayern chief Max Eberl has claimed Bayern Munich were simply not able to match Liverpool's financial power in the race for Florian Wirtz. "If I'm honest, I don't know if we could have paid what Liverpool are apparently paying now," Eberl said, speaking to Sky Germany. "Florian Wirtz is an outstanding player. We could have imagined signing him. But when a door closes, another opens." Galatasaray have only just sealed the signing of Leroy Saner and they have now been backed to sign Marc-Andre Ter Stegen. Turkey assistant boss said to AS: 'Ter Stegen's signing by Galatasaray is a real possibility, and he is totally open to negotiations. He could be the ideal replacement for Muslera. He's a goalkeeper with a lot of experience. He added: 'I don't know if Flick will let him go, but if Galatasaray gets serious, why not? If Barça allow it, it can happen. Everything depends on professionalism and the ability to negotiate. 'Where there is financial stability, any transfer is possible. Players first evaluate the economic conditions, and then everything else." Viktor Gyokeres has promised to speak when its appropriate as the race for his services ramps up. Writing on Instagram, he said: 'There is a lot of talk at the moment, most of it is false. I will speak when the time is right.' Gyokeres was reportedly willing to go on strike to force a move away from Sporting after the Portuguese side went back on their word to sign him for a modest fee. Bayer Leverkusen appear resigned to losing Florian Wirtz sooner rather than later. According to Sky in Germany, the Bundesliga side expect his move to Liverpool to bve finalised next week. He is set to undergo a medical over the coming days once he gets back from holiday. Liverpool are anticipated to pay a British record fee for the German playmaker. Turkish side Galatasaray have confirmed that they have sealed a deal for Leroy Sane, who joins the club from Bayern Munich. A statement said: "An agreement has been reached with the football player Leroy Aziz Sané for a period of three seasons, starting from July 1, 2025. According to the agreement, the player will be paid a net guaranteed salary of €9.000.000 per season, along with a net loyalty bonus of €3.000.000 per season. Respectfully announced to the public." Sane joins Galatasaray on a free transfer after letting his Bayern contract run down. Manchester United have officially entered the race to sign Hugo Ekitike, according to reports in Germany. As per Sky in Germany, the Red Devils have made 'contact' with Eintracht Frankfurt regarding the striker. They have expressed concrete interest in him and have requested further attention. Liverpool and Chelsea are also interested. But a deal won't be cheap, with Frankfurt expected to demand around £85m. On the topic of coaches, Liverpool are set to appoint Giovanni van Bronckhorst as assistant boss. Arne Slot is looking to add another Dutchman to his coaching team to replace Johnny Heitinga, who departed to take the top job at Ajax. Van Bronckhorst has been out of work since he was sacked by Besiktas in November. The Dutch coach has previously managed Feyenoord - like Slot - as well as Rangers. But now he will step back into a role as an assistant to take over from Heitinga if a deal gets completed. Heitinga was a popular figure among the Liverpool players after just a year at the club for the former Everton defender. But he could not turn down the chance to take charge of Ajax, where he has previously been interim boss. Van Bronckhorst had a distinguished career as a player having played with Rangers, Arsenal, Barcelona and Feyenoord at either end of his playing time. Tottenham have announced some more changes to their backroom team ahead of the arrival of Thomas Frank. A statement from Spurs read: "We can announce the departures of Mile Jedinak, Nick Montgomery and Sergio Raimundo from their roles as Assistant Coaches. "We should like to thank them for their contribution to the Club and wish them every success for the future." Fotis Ioannidis is set to be at the heart of a tug of war between three clubs this summer. According to , the Foxes have made an approach for the Panathinaikos striker who could leave the Greek side for £17m this summer. Crystal Palace and Southampton are also interested. Leicester were also interested last summer but had a host of bids rejected. Napoli have confirmed the capture of Kevin De Bruyne. The former Manchester City midfielder has joined the newly minted Italian champions after leaving the Etihad on a free transfer. Liverpool are planning to raid PSG for Bradley Barcola, according to The Sun. They claim the Reds still want to sign another two attackers after signing Florian Wirtz with Barcola and Alexander Isak on their radar. It's though Isak is unlikely to mover this summer despite interest in him. Chris Wilder could be sacked by Sheffield United TODAY, per numerous reports. The Sheffield United boss looks set to pay the ultimate price for failing to get his boyhood club over the line in the Championship play-off final. It's said Wilder's fate is set to be decided at a meeting today. Tom McIntyre could leave Portsmouth this summer after spending the second half of the season on loan at Charlton Athletic. The centre-half, 26, joined Pompey 18 months ago from Reading. But McIntyre may depart Fratton Park in search of regular football with Championship and League One clubs interested in the defender, who boasts a wealth of EFL experience. McIntyre made 10 appearances in total for Charlton, winning a second successive promotion to the Championship after going up with Pompey 12 months earlier. Manchester United have confirmed the £62.5m signing of Matheus Cunha. Brazil forward Cunha, United's first signing of the summer window, said: 'It is hard to put into words my feelings about becoming a Manchester United player. Ever since I was a child in Brazil watching Premier League games on TV at my grandmother's house, United was my favourite English team and I dreamed of wearing the red shirt." Tottenham have reached an agreement with Brentford to make Thomas Frank their next head coach. Frank will be teaming up again with Spurs technical director Johan Lange, who shared an office with him when they worked together at Danish club Lyngby. The Lilywhites had to pay a £10m release clause and come to agreement over backroom staff. Full story Aston Villa are the latest sided to register their interest in signing Manchester United star Alejandro Garnacho, per reports. Villa are in the market to strengthen their forward line. According to the Independent, Villa have become the latest side to register their interest in the Argentina international who is expected to depart Old Trafford this summer. Tottenham have moved a step further in their bid to name Thomas Frank as the man to replace Ange Postecoglou this week. Reports suggest the Lilywhites have agreed a deal to bring a key member of Frank's backroom team at Brentford to the club. Justin Cochrane will move across London to be Frank's assistant. Hola! Trent Alexander-Arnold was presented to fans in Madrid for the first time and delivered some pretty fluent Spanish. Almost like the move was expected for a while... The England star explained why he joined the club from Liverpool. Napoli fans have made their feelings clear on Kevin De Bruyne prospective move as the Belgian international flew into Rome airport on Thursday ahead of a medical with his new club. The midfielder was greeted by fans chanting his name. Andy Robertson has given his verdict on Florian Wirtz ahead of the German international's record move to Liverpool. "He was excellent against us. He was the one causing problems, in the half space, running in behind, he can mix it up," Robertson saidat the AR26 annual Captain's Cup Golf Day fundraiser. "That was enough for me to see he's going to be a top player. In the Germany team against us he was excellent. If we get him through, an exciting talent through the door. We have already got a lot of exciting talent. He's a right good player and he'll only help us. If he does get through the door we'll be excited to play with him." Eintracht Frankfurt will not dip below their asking price for star striker Hugo Ekitike. Liverpool and Chelsea have been told to pay up €100m for the 22-year-old striker if they want to add him to the squad. 'If the price isn't right, then he'll just stay with us. We don't have to sell Hugo,' Frankfurt CEO Markus Krösche told Wiesbadener Kurier. Bayern Munich star Leroy Sane has chosen to move to Galatasaray despite interest from Arsenal and spoken of the club's desire and size when explaining his decision to move to Turkey. Full story. Andy Robertson has confirmed he has been in contract talks with Liverpool. 'We have discussed [my future], of course we have," he said. "We've had good discussions, me and the club, but what the future holds, I'm not sure. 'All I know is I fly off on holiday and it's well needed. I need a rest after a long season, and then I look forward to pre-season. That's all my focus is. 'I can't look too far ahead, I never have done that so I'm not going to start doing that now. I know the position I'm in, I know I've only got a year left." Borussia Dortmund are not considering a move for Jadon Sancho. There is said to be plenty interest in the winger but he would enjoy a third stay with his former club. Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl has ruled out a move. He said: "Of course, there's always some kind of contact with Jadon because of the long history we share. But at the moment, Jadon is not a topic for us."
BBC News
11-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Gossip: Man Utd consider player deal for Osimhen
Manchester United are evaluating an offer for Napoli's Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, 26, using Netherlands forward Joshua Zirkzee, 24, as part of the deal. (Gazzetta dello Sport - in Italian), externalGianluigi Donnarumma wants to stay with Paris St-Germain despite Manchester United and Inter Milan enquiring about the Italy goalkeeper, 26. (ESPN), externalWant more transfer stories? Read Wednesday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
Scottish Sun
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Topless Joshua Zirkzee twerked on by partygoer in see-through outfit at festival as Man Utd star holidays with team-mate
The striker was left with a wet spot following the dance JOSHUA TWERKZEE Topless Joshua Zirkzee twerked on by partygoer in see-through outfit at festival as Man Utd star holidays with team-mate Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MANCHESTER UNITED star Joshua Zirkzee was twerked on by a partygoer at a festival on holiday. The striker is enjoying some time away with his team-mate and compatriot, Matthijs de Ligt. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 Joshua Zirkzee was twerked on by partygoer in Barbados Credit: BackGrid 8 The pair took part in some Jouvert celebrations Credit: BackGrid 8 Zirkzee showed off some moves during the twerk Credit: BackGrid 8 He appeared to enjoy the whine Credit: BackGrid 8 The Dutchman had a wet patch on his shorts after the dance Credit: BackGrid 8 He took a sip of water after the activity Credit: BackGrid 8 He also leaned against a wall Credit: BackGrid The pair went on a boat trip together and Zirkzee also attended the Jouvert celebrations in Barbados. Zirkzee, 24, went topless as he took part in the festivities, wearing only cargo shorts and Nike trainers. He was approached by a woman who started to twerk on the United star. Zirkzee had a surprise look on his face but began dancing with the individual. He later posed raising two fingers for a peace sign. After the whine Zirkzee had a cheeky look on his face and his shorts were soaking wet, with the Dutchman holding an empty water bottle. Revellers continued dancing around Zirkzee who also took a sip from his bottle, seemingly worn out by the activity. He also leaned against a wall and puffed out his cheeks. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS Zirkzee has reportedly attracted transfer interest from Inter Milan this summer, which United have been quick to shut down. However there is speculation the Red Devils could use Zirkzee in a swap deal to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli. Joshua Zirkzee breaks down in tears and is consoled by Man Utd and Fulham stars after penalty shootout miss
