Managers & contracts
Manager moves, contracts and dugout news.
Tuesday, 9 June 2026
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Pio Esposito keeps Manchester United watching after another Italy goal
Manchester United’s interest in Pio Esposito is growing after he scored again for Italy. He has 10 goals and six assists for Inter this season.
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John and Harry Souttar’s World Cup story is about grief, not just football
John and Harry Souttar’s World Cup story is shaped by Aaron Souttar’s death in July 2022, with grief bringing the brothers closer.
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Bruno Fernandes assist numbers point to Kobbie Mainoo as the key partner
Bruno Fernandes' 21-assist season was strongest with Kobbie Mainoo in the side, and the split suggests why that partnership matters.
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Kieron Dyer Southend United fans welcome fresh start
Southend United fans have welcomed Kieron Dyer’s appointment as head coach, calling it a fresh start after Kevin Maher’s sudden exit.
Monday, 8 June 2026
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Hansi Flick wins again, but Barcelona are already planning for what comes next
Hansi Flick has won La Liga coach of the year again after Barcelona’s 94-point title season, while reports say succession planning is already under way.
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Elliot Anderson’s price tag has turned into a Manchester transfer battle
Elliot Anderson’s £100m-plus valuation has turned his future into a Manchester transfer battle, with City short and United still in the race.
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Bernardo Silva keeps Barcelona alive without committing
Bernardo Silva says Barcelona is only an option and will decide after the World Cup, with Manchester City contract ending June 30.
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Ian Cathro takes over Saint-Etienne with a long-term rebuild job
Ian Cathro has joined Saint-Etienne on a deal until 2028, with Ivan Gazidis backing his coaching, development work and clear method.
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Andy Robertson carries Diogo Jota tribute into Scotland's World Cup
Rute Cardoso writes to Andy Robertson before Scotland's World Cup opener, and Robertson says he will carry Diogo Jota with him throughout the tournament.
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Harry Kane 61 goals put him in Messi-Ronaldo territory
Harry Kane says his 61-goal Bayern Munich season puts him in a scoring league only Messi and Ronaldo recently reached, while his club best was 44.
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Pep Guardiola documentary to chart Manchester City’s final two seasons
Amazon Prime Video will air a four-part documentary on Pep Guardiola’s final two seasons at Manchester City, framed around his farewell.
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Jürgen Klopp former home sold after a long wait in Formby
Jürgen Klopp's former £4.25million Formby home has finally sold after nearly two years on the market, with its luxury features and Liverpool history.
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Roy Keane turns his fire on Harry Maguire after England snub
Roy Keane has criticised England omissions again, and Harry Maguire's shocked response has turned the focus back onto the Manchester United defender.
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Milan coach search: Glasner leads while Pochettino claims linger
Oliver Glasner is Milan’s leading coach candidate after a six-hour meeting, but Pochettino agreement claims and Slot uncertainty remain.
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Lisandro Martinez’s World Cup form puts Manchester United’s centre-back plan under pressure
Lisandro Martinez’s World Cup form has sharpened Manchester United’s centre-back dilemma, with his contract, fitness and resale value in focus.
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Dan Burn says Disney World trip helped him handle England’s heat
Dan Burn says an early Disney World family trip helped him acclimatise to Florida heat before England’s World Cup camp.
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Max Dowman PFA Young Player of the Year nomination draws the sharpest backlash
Max Dowman's PFA Young Player of the Year nomination has sparked debate after he made only 153 Premier League minutes, with rivals offering stronger cases.
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Connor Roberts returns after a draining injury year
Connor Roberts returned for Wales after 362 days out with an Achilles injury and said the year made him appreciate football more.
Sunday, 7 June 2026
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Morocco left sweating on Mazraoui after Norway draw
Morocco's 1-1 friendly draw with Norway ended with injury worries over Noussair Mazraoui and Abde Ezzalzouli ahead of the World Cup.
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Michael Olise is at the centre of Real Madrid's election fight
Real Madrid’s presidential race has turned Michael Olise into the headline target, but Bayern Munich insist he is not for sale.
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Robin van Persie sacked by Feyenoord despite second-place finish
Robin van Persie sacked by Feyenoord despite finishing second, after a season that ended 19 points behind PSV and brought just 2 Europa wins.
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Rio Ngumoha earns Jordan Pickford's praise after England debut
Jordan Pickford hailed Rio Ngumoha after the 17-year-old Liverpool talent made his England debut in Tampa, praising his composure and quality.
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England vs Costa Rica: Tuchel gets Arsenal quartet back in camp
Tuchel says the return of Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke gives England energy and quality before Costa Rica.
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Lamine Yamal World Cup comeback is being managed, not rushed
Barcelona want Lamine Yamal eased in with 15 minutes first, then 45 to 60, before a possible Uruguay start. Spain are managing risk.
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Arsenal World Cup windfall could reach £2.73m before a ball is kicked
Arsenal's 16 World Cup call-ups could bring a major FIFA Club Benefits Programme payout, with Manchester City the only Premier League club ahead.
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Alphonso Davies World Cup opener decision remains open for Canada
Alphonso Davies has not ruled out Canada’s June 12 World Cup opener. He is working day by day as Jesse Marsch keeps the call cautious.
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Anthony Gordon says Barcelona is where his career begins
Anthony Gordon says his Barcelona move is where his career begins, calls the transfer a whirlwind and brushes off England shirt-number talk after leaving
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USMNT player ratings vs Germany: Robinson and Tillman stand out in defeat
Antonee Robinson’s volley, Malik Tillman’s role and Mauricio Pochettino’s response made the USMNT’s 2-1 loss to Germany useful in parts.
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Robert Lewandowski one free transfer away from a Manchester United debate
Lewandowski is being pushed as a free transfer option for Manchester United, but Louis Saha questions whether he fits Benjamin Sesko.
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Yaya Toure takes first head coach role with Slovan Bratislava
Yaya Toure has agreed to his first head coaching role at Slovan Bratislava, with qualifiers and a dominant domestic record shaping the challenge.