Managers & contracts
Manager moves, contracts and dugout news.
Tuesday, 6 October 2026
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![Pio Esposito and Mancini's centre-forward plan]()
Pio Esposito and Mancini's centre-forward plan
Roberto Mancini praised Pio Esposito as a future top centre-forward after Italy's break, with 7 goals in 13 appearances backing it.
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![Matthias Ginter extends Freiburg stay after 255 appearances]()
Matthias Ginter extends Freiburg stay after 255 appearances
Matthias Ginter has extended his contract with SC Freiburg after 255 competitive appearances, with no deal length disclosed.
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![Jadon Sancho decline from Dortmund peak to free-agent uncertainty]()
Jadon Sancho decline from Dortmund peak to free-agent uncertainty
Jadon Sancho is now a free agent at 26 after 114 goal contributions in 137 Dortmund games and a much weaker Manchester United spell.
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![Ritsu Dōan wins Kirin Cup final for Japan]()
Ritsu Dōan wins Kirin Cup final for Japan
Ritsu Dōan scored the 71st-minute winner as Japan beat New Zealand to lift the 2026 Kirin Cup in Tokyo and claim their 12th tournament victory.
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![Kevin Diks captains Indonesia to first trophy in their history]()
Kevin Diks captains Indonesia to first trophy in their history
Kevin Diks captained Indonesia to the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026, their first silverware in 35 years, after scoring the first penalty in the shootout.
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![Raphinha Barcelona contract agreed until June 2030]()
Raphinha Barcelona contract agreed until June 2030
Barcelona have agreed a new Raphinha contract until June 2030, with Deco and Fabrizio Romano saying the deal is done and Friday is possible.
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![Lamine Yamal's numbers at 19 have already gone beyond the normal]()
Lamine Yamal's numbers at 19 have already gone beyond the normal
Lamine Yamal has 19 goal contributions for Barcelona and Spain already, and Andres Iniesta says that level at 19 is 'not normal'.
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![Cesc Fabregas says Como's real trophies are player call-ups, not silverware]()
Cesc Fabregas says Como's real trophies are player call-ups, not silverware
Cesc Fabregas says Como’s real trophies are player development and identity, with call-ups for Lucas Da Cunha and Nico Paz proving the project’s progress.
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![Stephen Welsh says Motherwell changed his career path]()
Stephen Welsh says Motherwell changed his career path
Stephen Welsh says Motherwell and Jens Berthel Askou changed his career, with 3 Scotland caps now backing up the move.
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![Lionel Messi Argentina farewell is shaped by one Italy night at Wembley]()
Lionel Messi Argentina farewell is shaped by one Italy night at Wembley
Lionel Messi's Argentina farewell is framed by his only Italy meeting, a 2022 Wembley Finalissima in which he played all 90 minutes and won man of the match.
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![Alexander Isak vs Erling Haaland, Sheringham backs the Liverpool forward]()
Alexander Isak vs Erling Haaland, Sheringham backs the Liverpool forward
Teddy Sheringham has named Alexander Isak the Premier League's best striker over Erling Haaland, and the numbers show why the debate has real bite.
Monday, 5 October 2026
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![Andy Carroll names Kevin Adams after assault account]()
Andy Carroll names Kevin Adams after assault account
Andy Carroll says naming Kevin Adams was terrifying but worth it if it helps one person. Adams was convicted in 2023 and sentenced to 20 months.
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![Harry Kane's caps chase is now part of England's greatness debate]()
Harry Kane's caps chase is now part of England's greatness debate
Harry Kane is set to equal Peter Shilton's England caps record on 125, with Anthony Barry and Thomas Tuchel hailing his finishing and leadership.
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![Harry Kane contract talks move toward the final details at Bayern Munich]()
Harry Kane contract talks move toward the final details at Bayern Munich
Reports say Harry Kane is close to a Bayern Munich contract extension through 2029, with salary agreed and only final details left.
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![Joelinton return could fix Newcastle's duels problem]()
Joelinton return could fix Newcastle's duels problem
Joelinton's return could be crucial for Newcastle, with data showing they win far more often and duel better when he plays.
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![Jude Bellingham, England and the Real Madrid deal talk]()
Jude Bellingham, England and the Real Madrid deal talk
Anthony Barry says England have found a way to unlock Jude Bellingham, while Real Madrid weigh a new deal and elite praise grows.
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![Pau Cubarsí on humility as Golden Boy favourite]()
Pau Cubarsí on humility as Golden Boy favourite
Pau Cubarsí is the Golden Boy 2026 favourite, but his quotes on humility, pressure and therapy are the bigger story.
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![Germany starting XI takes shape under Klopp]()
Germany starting XI takes shape under Klopp
Klopp’s Germany selection debate is centring on ter Stegen, Kimmich and Schlotterbeck after 44 players were split across two squads.
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![Arda Güler renewal close after Real Madrid rise]()
Arda Güler renewal close after Real Madrid rise
Real Madrid are close to renewing Arda Güler until 2031 with a salary increase, backing the 21-year-old after a fast rise and strong early output.
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![Antonio Conte hints at a Manchester United fit]()
Antonio Conte hints at a Manchester United fit
Antonio Conte has left the door open to Manchester United as he talks about history, pressure and trophies. United have five points from five league games.
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![Thomas Tuchel keeps Manchester City players in the England frame]()
Thomas Tuchel keeps Manchester City players in the England frame
Thomas Tuchel says he would still consider Manchester City players for England even if the club are relegated, making City’s case a live selection issue.
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![Gasperini wants Roma control, from the Friedkins to Cristante]()
Gasperini wants Roma control, from the Friedkins to Cristante
Gian Piero Gasperini wants the Friedkins more involved at Roma, explains Bryan Cristante’s knee issue, and faces 9 matches in 27 days.
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![Bradford move quickly for Michael Duff after Graham Alexander exit]()
Bradford move quickly for Michael Duff after Graham Alexander exit
Michael Duff is set to replace Graham Alexander at Bradford, who are second in League One on 16 points and level with leaders Plymouth Argyle.
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![Greece new generation is already delivering in the Nations League]()
Greece new generation is already delivering in the Nations League
Greece’s Nations League run is being driven by a young core, with Konstantinos Karetsas, Christos Mouzakitis and Charalampos Kostoulas.
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![Ezri Konsa setback eased by Tuchel before Leeds]()
Ezri Konsa setback eased by Tuchel before Leeds
Thomas Tuchel has downplayed Ezri Konsa’s setback after the defender left England camp, while Arsenal also manage doubts before Leeds.
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![Chelsea injury news deepens before Bournemouth visit]()
Chelsea injury news deepens before Bournemouth visit
Chelsea face Bournemouth with doubts over Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro and Reece James, while Alex Scott is set to miss around six weeks.
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![Real Madrid vs Villarreal preview: only four outfield players on the grass]()
Real Madrid vs Villarreal preview: only four outfield players on the grass
Real Madrid head into Villarreal with only four first-team outfield players in one session, plus doubts over Mbappé and Valverde before Saturday.
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![Derby County takeover collapse leaves Eustace rebuilding]()
Derby County takeover collapse leaves Eustace rebuilding
Derby County's season has been disrupted by the collapse of Turki Alalshikh's takeover, with John Eustace losing momentum in the market after five points
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![Manchester United finances back in focus after City ruling]()
Manchester United finances back in focus after City ruling
Manchester United finances are under fresh scrutiny after City's ruling, with £852m in interest payments and overall debt at £1.15bn.
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![Klopp, Vinicius and Tuchel set the tone for the international break]()
Klopp, Vinicius and Tuchel set the tone for the international break
Klopp is under early pressure after Germany’s mixed Nations League start, Vinicius is being questioned for his current form, and Tuchel is praising England.
