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Flick explains why Frenkie de Jong did not play on Sunday after all
Frenkie de Jong was initially set to start for Barcelona last Sunday, as confirmed by his coach Hansi Flick. The Dutchman was preparing to return to the starting lineup but didn’t feel completely fit.
Montpellier president fires coach live on air
Montpellier has dismissed coach Michel Der Zakarian following a 5-0 defeat to Marseille, marking their sixth loss in eight Ligue 1 matches.
Van Dijk confirms contract negotiations with Liverpool
Virgil van Dijk’s team is in talks with Liverpool about extending his contract at Anfield, which currently expires next summer. The defender has confirmed this to the British news agency PA.
Roberto Mancini is on shaky ground, and the Saudis have Zidane as their main target
Zinedine Zidane, free on the market since leaving Real Madrid in 2020/21, is being linked to the Saudi Arabian national team as their top target to replace Roberto Mancini. The Italian coach faces mounting pressure after poor World Cup qualifying results, including a 2-0 loss to Japan.
Manchester United wants to loan out a player who cost nearly 100 million euros
Manchester United is preparing to loan out Brazilian winger Antony, whom they signed for 95 million euros from Ajax in 2022. After underwhelming performances and a drop in market value, the club hopes a loan move in January will help the 23-year-old regain form and increase his value.
I feel German, but I will continue living in Spain
Despite the end of his playing career, the former German midfielder has no plans to return to his country and will continue living in Madrid, where he has resided for ten years.
Lijnders enjoys Slot at Liverpool and comments on contact with Klopp
Pepijn Lijnders is impressed with the way Arne Slot has started as Liverpool manager. The former assistant of Slot's predecessor, Jürgen Klopp, continues to follow his former employer, even as the coach of Red Bull Salzburg.
No one can keep up with The Old Lady: only one goal conceded in the league
Juventus' defense is rock solid this season. After eight matches in Serie A, Thiago Motta's team has only conceded one goal. The Old Lady has never done better. On Saturday, Lazio also failed to break through the black-and-white wall.
I really enjoy playing against Mourinho, he is a winner and an example
Manchester United faces Fenerbahçe in a crucial Europa League match, with coach Erik ten Hag eager to take on José Mourinho, now leading the Turkish side.
Barcelona is on fire and even scoring more than in the Messi era
After ten league matches, Barcelona has scored 33 goals in La Liga, a total that is currently enough for the top spot. The Blaugrana's statistics are impressive, and the newspapers are impressed.