Man City ‘make exchange’ over £51m transfer with club legend ‘very interested in new challenge’

Manchester City are interested in signing RB Leipzig midfielder Dani Olmo and are hoping one of his close friends will convince him to move to the Etihad, according to reports.

Joint with Paris Saint-Germain, is Olmo s most frequent opponent in the Champions League, facing the Premier League club four times.

Four appearances do not tell the whole story as the Spaniard has missed another four matches against the Citizens through injury.

He impressed as Dinamo Zagreb were brushed aside in the 2019/20 group stage and picked up an assist in the 6-3 defeat for Leipzig two years later.

City and Leipzig met in last season s last 16 and the German side were battered 8-1 on aggregate, with Olmo playing 18 minutes across both legs.

The 26-year-old is a hi…

‘He’s got everything’ – Kyle Walker lauds Chelsea star as best in the world in his position

Manchester City star Kyle Walker has hailed Chelsea captain Reece James as the best right-back in the world.

missed the majority of his first season as Blues skipper through a hamstring issue and his career in general has been ravaged by injuries.

But having broken into the Chelsea first team in September 2019, James has established himself as one of the best around in his position.

He s just got everything

The 24-year-old was omitted from Gareth Southgate s 33-man provisional England squad for this summer s Euros, which came as a surprise to some, and Walker reckons the Cobham academy graduate has got everything .

Asked to name the best right-back in the world, he said on the You’ll Never Beat Kyle Walker podcast: Reece James. He’s just got eve…

Kompany wants £47m Arsenal duo as first two signings as new Bayern Munich manager

Vincent Kompany wants Arsenal duo Oleksandr Zinchenko and Albert Sambi Lokonga as his first two signings as Bayern Munich boss, according to reports.

In one of the surprise appointments of the year, Kompany whose Burnley side were relegated from the Premier League at the end of the season was appointed Bayern Munich manager earlier this week, .

Speaking after being announced as the new boss of the Bavarian giants, Kompany said: I m eternally motivated, I wake up from the morning to the evening motivated with the intention to make everyone around me better.

I m not defined by the successful years in my life, it s the moments I had tough times.

I don t want to be successful on my own I want to bring as many people with me, that s in my nature.

T…

Man Utd: Romano reveals another PL manager ‘considered’ by Ratcliffe ‘to replace’ Ten Hag

According to reports, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS considered five or six managers to replace Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag.

Ten Hag s future was in doubt throughout the 2023/24 campaign as endured a torrid season as they finished eighth in the Premier League.

Their season ended on a high as helped his side beat arch-rivals Manchester City 2-1 at Wembley in the FA Cup final.

This win was not expected to be enough to save Ten Hag as

However, with injuries deemed a crucial factor in Man Utd s disappointing season and, more importantly, Sir Jim Ratcliffe unable to identify a ready-made replacement, the Premier League giants have opted to stick with Ten Hag and the Dutchman is now expected to sign a new contract.

After this news emerg…

Man Utd are ‘expected’ to make a hijack attempt for Argentinian after ‘irresistible’ Chelsea offer

Boca Juniors expect Man Utd to make an offer for Aaron Anselmino to rival fellow Premier League side Chelsea, according to reports.

There are set to be big changes at Old Trafford this summer after Sir Jim Ratcliffe completed a deal to buy 27.7 per cent of the Premier League club from the Glazers.

Ratcliffe has already made it clear that he wants to buy younger players this summer with a report claiming that the new co-owner has come up with a rule that the Red Devils can only sign players under the age of 25.

When asked about the chances of Man Utd buying Kylian Mbappe who has since completed a move to Real Madrid in March, Ratcliffe said: What I would rather do, I would rather find the next Mbappe, rather than spend a fortune to just try and buy success.

England exclusive: Anderton ‘agrees’ with Wright as Saka left-back can release Chelsea star’s ‘swagger’

Former England winger Darren Anderton is open to Bukayo Saka starting left-back to help free up Cole Palmer and his swagger on the right wing.

Saka kept his spot on the right of England s attack for the Euro 2024 Group C clash against Slovenia on Tuesday night.

The Three Lions were poor again, drawing 0-0 against the Slovenians after an awful 1-1 draw versus Denmark on matchday two.

The Cole Palmer Clamour has been relentless and both players received their first minutes of the tournament on Tuesday.

Gordon did not get on until the 89th minute, while Palmer replaced Saka after 71 minutes and made a positive impact from the bench.

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Ferdinand rejects ‘biased’ claim that Man Utd have a better defender than Saliba at Arsenal

Man Utd legend Rio Ferdinand has dismissed a claim that the Red Devils have a better defender than Arsenal centre-back William Saliba.

The Gunners had the best defence in the Premier League last term as they lost out to Man City in the race for the Premier League title by two points on the final day of the season.

only conceded 29 goals in 38 Premier League matches and one of the reasons for that is the formidable partnership Saliba has built with fellow centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes.

He has done the same at international level at Euro 2024 too with the Arsenal defender forming a solid pairing with Dayot Upamecano for France, who have reached the semi-finals of the competition.

France, like England, have failed to light up Euro 2024 but most of their su…

Lee Carsley becomes England interim manager as FA reveal permanent Southgate replacement process

Lee Carsley has been named England’s interim manager for the start of the Nations League campaign in September.

Carlsey will step up to replace Gareth Southgate, who brought his eight years in charge to an end after defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final last month.

A statement from the Football Association confirmed Carsley would lead England in the September matches away to Republic of Ireland and at home to Finland, but also suggested the 50-year-old could stay in charge throughout the autumn.

“Carsley will step up from his role in charge of the MU21s, initially for September’s fixtures away to Republic of Ireland and at home to Finland, but with a view to remaining in the position throughout autumn while the FA’s recruitment process for a new permane…

Next England manager: Pundit rules out Guardiola for one reason as ‘fans would love’ two alternatives

A former England international cannot see Man City boss Pep Guardiola replacing Gareth Southgate, but he reckons two alternatives should be considered.

as England manager after his side were beaten 2-1 by Spain in the final in  Germany.

The 53-year-old guided to two finals and a semi-final during his time in charge, but the FA will be hoping his replacement can get them over the line and win the 2026 World Cup.

, but the FA reportedly have their eye on Guardiola, who has entered the final year of his contract at Man City.

Earlier this month, a report described Guardiola as

Responding to these reports, Guardiola has insisted that he is really happy at Man City.

“I’m really excited for this season that’s coming. I’m really happy …

Chelsea: Maresca reveals what’s to blame for Gallagher sale as head coach demands ‘rule change’

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has revealed his personal opinion on Conor Gallagher s imminent move to Atletico Madrid as he demands a rule change .

has entered the final year of his contract and Chelsea were always likely to cash in on him this summer if they could not agree a new deal with their academy product.

Gallagher is set to leave Chelsea

The England international was a key player for last season under Mauricio Pochettino, but he was expected to drop down the pecking order in 2024/25 if he stuck around as new head coach Maresca is implementing a new style of play.

Amid interest from Premier League pair Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur, Gallagher has turned down a couple of fresh contract offers with Chelsea only willing to give him a two-year contra…