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Last Updated: 05/06/19 6:59am Diego Maradona claims that he is the man to turn Manchester United around - adding that Paul Pogba does not work hard enough. United face a return to Europa League football next season after a run of just two wins from their final 12 games in all competitions under the tutelage of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.Solksjaer only signed a three-year deal at the end of March, but Maradona, who is currently managing Dorados in Mexico's second tier, believes he has what it takes to restore United to their former glory. Juventus signal interest in PogbaMan Utd should learn from Liverpool'Woodward has zero understanding of football' Transfer Talk: Is Koulibaly worth £100m? Transfer Talk: Napoli's Kalidou Koulibaly to become first £100m defender? "If Manchester [United] need a coach, I'm the man to … [Read more...] about Diego Maradona insists he could coach Manchester United

Watch Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz Jr on Saturday, live on Sky Sports Box Office, from 10pm Last Updated: 01/06/19 7:58am WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder has announced he has signed for a rematch with Tyson Fury if he beats Luis Ortiz. Anthony Joshua's hopes for an undisputed world heavyweight title fight were put on hold when Wilder revealed on Wednesday morning that he would next defend his WBC belt against Luis Ortiz, a decision described as "embarrassing" by promoter Eddie Hearn.Book Joshua vs Ruiz Jr now!Watch Joshua vs Ruiz Jr online Joshua, who holds the IBF, WBA 'Super' and WBO belts, will defend his titles in his first American outing against Andy Ruiz Jr in New York on Saturday night.Fury is the only boxer that Wilder has faced and not defeated, after the pair battled to a draw in December in Los Angeles.Fury controlled much of the fight only to be knocked down twice, including one in the 12th round that looked to be the deciding blow."Luis Ortiz is … [Read more...] about Deontay Wilder announces Tyson Fury rematch

By Ben Ransom Last Updated: 31/05/19 6:41pm Manchester City have settled upon a shortlist of three players as they look to solve their ongoing search for a holding midfielder, Sky Sports News understands. Atletico Madrid's Rodri is seen to be the ideal long-term replacement for Fernandinho - and has a release clause of around £60m.But amid reported interest from Bayern Munich, Sky Sports News understand City have identified two other potential summer signings to fill the void. Aguero planning Independiente returnPorto want City's MangalaMan City transfer rumoursLyon's Tanguy Ndombele has been closely watched ever since impressing Pep Guardiola during two matches in this season's Champions League group stage. Also See: City won't cash-in on Gundogan Transfer Talk: Is Koulibaly worth £100m? 'Juve want Pep or Poch, not Sarri' Schalke fan charged with attempted … [Read more...] about Manchester City narrow down holding midfielder shortlist

By Adam Newson, Football Whispers Last Updated: 29/05/19 10:04am The 2018/19 season is almost over and that means clubs across Europe will have their attention firmly on the transfer market in the weeks ahead. With the window open, teams can complete signings to strengthen their squads. So we asked our friends at Football Whispers to round up all the latest news and gossip from across the continent.SpainBarcelona have opted against sacking Ernesto Valverde this summer. The support of key players, including Lionel Messi, Gerard Pique, Jordi Alba and Ivan Rakitic, proved crucial in the club's decision. (Marca) Real Madrid hope to complete the signing of Eden Hazard in the coming days and plan to present him at the Bernabeu on Monday. (AS)Los Blancos are prepared to let Sergio Ramos leave the club this summer if they receive a bid of around £85m. The centre-back is keen to secure a lucrative move to the Chinese Super League. (AS) Atletico Madrid are ready to launch moves for … [Read more...] about Euro paper talk: Barcelona decide not to sack Ernesto Valverde

Last Updated: 23/05/19 7:57am All the top stories and transfer rumours from the back pages of Thursday's national newspapers... THE SUNManchester United are assembling a committee of three ex-players to help identify transfer targets. David de Gea has turned down Manchester United's final contract offer.Arsenal have been phoning fans in a desperate bid to flog their remaining Europa League final tickets.Maurizio Sarri would rather quit now then be sacked for failing to win the Europa League.Oleksandr Zinchenko hopes to sign a new Manchester City deal after establishing himself as the club's first-choice left back.Slavisa Jokanovic met with owner Steve Gibson on Wednesday for talks over the vacant Middlesbrough manager's job.West Ham striker Lucas Perez is in talks with La Liga side Alaves.Burnley boss Sean Dyche is making a record £15m bid to sign Craig Dawson.Chelsea youngster Reece James is a target for Brighton.DAILY MAILSunderland's owners used £32m of Premier League … [Read more...] about Papers: Man Utd assemble transfer committee of three ex-players

Last Updated: 20/05/19 6:10pm Watch our pick of the best goals from the 2018/19 Sky Bet League One season and vote for your favourite. There have been a number of remarkable goals throughout the campaign, and we have whittled it down to a top 12. Watch the EFL play-off finals on Sky The play-off finals have arrived and you can watch every single game live on Sky Sports Football. Now it is up to you to decide on which you think is the best. All you have to do is watch the entries in the video at the top of the page, then vote in the poll for your favourite below... Chris Maguire, Burton vs Sunderland - September 15Ivan Toney, Gillingham vs Peterborough - September 22Aaron Wilbraham, Rochdale vs Portsmouth - September 29Tom Eaves, Portsmouth vs Gillingham - October 6Chris Maguire, Sunderland vs Southend - October 27Ali … [Read more...] about WATCH & VOTE: League One Goal of the Season

By Matt Gault, Football Whispers Last Updated: 16/05/19 10:43am Many clubs across Europe, especially those whose seasons have finished, will have already turned their attention to the summer and planning for the 2019/20 campaign. Transfer Centre LIVE!Paper TalkOur friends at Football Whispers have rounded up all the latest news, views and gossip from across the continent…FranceThe race for Lille star Nicolas Pepe is heating up with Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain among the clubs interested. The 23-year-old, who has also attracted interest from Arsenal in the past, enjoyed an outstanding season in Ligue 1, scoring 20 goals and adding 11 assists to help Lille qualify for the Champions League. The French club are likely to demand close to £70m for his signature. (Le Parisien) PSG have opened contract talks with star man Kylian Mbappe. The 20-year-old has been in scintillating form this season after helping France to World Cup glory last summer, scoring 36 goals in … [Read more...] about Euro Paper Talk: Manchester United enter Nicolas Pepe chase

Last Updated: 14/05/19 11:23am A UEFA panel investigating financial allegations concerning Manchester City are expected to recommend the club receive a one-year ban from the Champions League, according to Sky sources. More to follow ... Sky Sports Racing Selector Select 7 winners for your chance to win £1,000 … [Read more...] about Manchester City could be facing a ban from the Champions League

By Chris Reidy Last Updated: 12/05/19 11:25am Robin van Persie will play his final match as a professional when Feyenoord take on Den Haag in the Eredivisie. Feyenoord boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst confirmed on Friday that Sunday's match would be Van Persie's last as a footballer in a career that saw him spend 11 seasons in the Premier League with Arsenal and Manchester United. Robin van Persie speelt zondag officieel zijn laatste wedstrijd als profvoetballer. #RVPLegend #feyado pic.twitter.com/EEZBmCnP1C— Feyenoord Rotterdam (@Feyenoord) May 10, 2019 Van Persie is eighth on Arsenal's list of all-time record goalscorers and won the Premier League in his first season with Manchester United in 2012/13. Also See: Premier League set for final act Papers: Utd challenge PSG for Gueye Agent insists Ozil will stay at Arsenal … [Read more...] about Robin van Persie to play final professional match on Sunday

Last Updated: 06/05/19 8:46pm Mark Warburton is set to be confirmed as the new manager of Queens Park Rangers, Sky Sports News understands. More to follow... Play Super 6 Predict 6 correct scores for your chance to win £250K. … [Read more...] about Queens Park Rangers set to name Mark Warburton as manager

WBO World Middleweight set to defend title against Polish challenger on Saturday June 29 Last Updated: 05/05/19 11:05am Demetrius Andrade will defend his WBO world middleweight title against Maciej Sulecki on Saturday June 29, live on Sky Sports. Andrade defends his title for the second time in his first hometown show having beaten Artur Akavov in January, and becoming a two-weight world ruler in October with a victory over South African Walter Kautondokwa.On facing Sulecki at the Dunkin Donuts Center in Rhode Island, Andrade said: "He is one of the top guys in the division, and his only loss is to Daniel Jacobs, in a fight where he gave Danny problems. "You can't overlook this guy. He has earned this shot, and I am expecting him to bring it."That being said, I am the best 160-pounder in the sport, and I plan on showing every single aspect of that come June 29. This is my time." The 31-year-old also called out Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez after the Mexican beat Daniel Jacobs in … [Read more...] about Demetrius Andrade to face Maciej Sulecki in homecoming clash

By Matthew Treadwell Last Updated: 02/05/19 11:15am Luton have appointed Graeme Jones as their new manager and he will take over from interim boss Mick Harford on Tuesday. More to follow… Also See: Luton video Luton fixtures Luton stats Football on Sky Play Super 6 Predict 6 correct scores for your chance to win £250K. … [Read more...] about Luton Town confirm Graeme Jones as new manager

Jefferson Lake WWE Editor @jeffersonlake Last Updated: 01/05/19 12:07pm Goldberg will make a surprise return to WWE as part of the company's event in Saudi Arabia next month. Although the details of his role at the event, which takes place in Jeddah on June 7, are unknown at this stage, Goldberg will be in attendance alongside other legendary figures such as The Undertaker and Triple H.Brock Lesnar has also been named as one of the competitors for the event, with AJ Styles, Roman Reigns, Kofi Kingston, Braun Strowman and Seth Rollins also scheduled to appear. Goldberg's unique legacy "An unstoppable machine of a competitor, who won matches in seconds rather than minutes..." WWE staged two events in Saudi Arabia last year, the Greatest … [Read more...] about Goldberg to make WWE return at Saudi Arabia event

By Sky Sports Golf Last Updated: 01/05/19 10:47am The Sky Sports Golf podcast is out on the road once again this week, with Andrew Coltart joining Josh Antmann live from the Wells Fargo Championship. Listen here... Download and tune in to the latest edition of the Sky Sports Golf podcast. The pair produced a special edition live from Quail Hollow, where Rory McIlroy is among the notable names in action, to look back on a number of big talking points on and off the course.Coltart gives his views on Edoardo Molinari's controversial slow play tweet, where the Italian named all players timed and fined for slow play on the European Tour. Get the best prices and book a round at one of 1,700 courses across the UK & Ireland As well as discussing what can be done to speed up the sport … [Read more...] about Sky Sports Golf podcast: What can be done to combat slow play?

Last Updated: 01/05/19 9:08am Former West Brom assistant Graeme Jones is to be named Luton manager on Monday, according to Sky sources. Luton will be playing Sky Bet Championship football next season after their promotion from League One was confirmed on Tuesday night.More to follow... Play Super 6 Predict 6 correct scores for your chance to win £250K. … [Read more...] about Graeme Jones poised to become Luton Town manager

Klopp reunited with Coutinho as Reds face Barcelona in Champions League semi-final Last Updated: 30/04/19 9:24pm Jurgen Klopp admits he did not expect Liverpool to cope as well as they have without Philippe Coutinho. The Brazil international departed Anfield for Barcelona in January 2018 in a £146m move, having handed in a transfer request the previous summer following three failed bids from the Spanish champions.Coutinho faces his former side for the first time on Tuesday when Liverpool travel to the Nou Camp for the first leg of their Champions League semi-final, and Klopp says his move worked out well for both parties. Firmino trains ahead of Barca gameVan Dijk out to erase Nou Camp memories "Yes we miss Coutinho, a lot, because he is a world-class player and I loved working with him," said Klopp."But we had to deal without him and we really did well."When I first heard he wanted to go to Barcelona, I didn't imagine we could be that good [without him]. But we … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool better than I expected without Philippe Coutinho

Last Updated: 30/04/19 8:06pm Jurgen Klopp admits he did not expect Liverpool to cope as well as they have without Philippe Coutinho. The Brazil international departed Anfield for Barcelona in January 2018 in a £146m move, having handed in a transfer request the previous summer following three failed bids from the Spanish champions.Coutinho faces his former side for the first time on Tuesday when Liverpool travel to the Nou Camp for the first leg of their Champions League semi-final, and Klopp says his move worked out well for both parties. Firmino trains ahead of Barca gameVan Dijk out to erase Nou Camp memories"Yes we miss Coutinho, a lot, because he is a world-class player and I loved working with him," said Klopp."But we had to deal without him and we really did well. Also See: Firmino trains ahead of Barca game Van Dijk out to erase Nou Camp memories Salah tops Power Rankings … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool have coped without Philippe Coutinho

Last Updated: 30/04/19 12:08pm We asked our friends at Football Whispers to round up all the latest news, views and gossip from across the continent. Germany Borussia Monchengladbach sporting director Max Eberl says the club will not accept anything less than £35m for Thorgan Hazard. The Belgian winger, who is out of contract in 2020, wants to join Borussia Dortmund this summer. (Sport Bild) Bayern Munich will not pursue Ajax star Hakim Ziyech. The Moroccan has been linked with a move to the Allianz Arena but the Bundesliga giants have other targets, including Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi. (Kicker) SpainManchester United will move for Jan Oblak this summer as the Red Devils search for a replacement for David de Gea, who is out of contract in 2020. United are prepared to pay the Slovenian's £100m buyout clause. (Marca)Barcelona will attempt to re-sign Marc Cucurella at the end of the season. The left-back was loaned out by the La Liga champions to Eibar, who plan to … [Read more...] about European Paper Talk: Borussia Monchengladbach want £35m for Thorgan Hazard