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Barcelona kept hoping for Xavi: 'Haven't spoken with other coaches'
Barcelona has not spoken with other coaches in recent months. That statement was made by president Joan Laporta on Thursday during the press moment in which the Catalans announced that Xavi has reconsidered his decision to leave.
Porto left shirt number free for Conceição: 'I was sure he would return'
Besides Francisco Conceição, veteran Pepe (41) and coach Sérgio Conceicão are also likely to stay longer at FC Porto. This was announced by chairman Pinto da Costa, after Porto exercised the purchase option on the attacker rented from Ajax.
Courtois could make his return in Madrid 44 days before the start of the Euros
Already in December, Thibaut Courtois announced that due to his injury, he would not join Belgium for the Euros, but nearly a month and a half before the first group match, the Belgian goalkeeper could make his return between the posts for Real Madrid. This was confirmed by coach Carlo Ancelotti on Thursday afternoon.
Ten Hag achieves a special milestone at Manchester United with a debutant
With the introduction of Ethan Wheatley on Wednesday evening, Erik ten Hag marked a notable milestone in the history of Manchester United. The eighteen-year-old forward became the 250th homegrown player to appear in an official match for The Red Devils.
Watford owner is satisfied with a coach and lets him stay
Watford has appointed a permanent manager again. After a trial period of about a month, the Championship participant has decided to permanently appoint interim manager Tom Cleverley to lead the team. This is yet another appointment by the rather dismissal-prone club owner Gino Pozzo.
Boy's book gets a romantic ending: Vardy Party back in the Premier League
Jamie Vardy is far from finished. The 37-year-old cult striker from Leicester City, with a career to be admired, remains vital for his employer. Although his contract is expiring, the club is very eager to keep him.
Leipzig clear about plans with Simons: 'We are not a conveyor belt'
Coach Marco Rose is hopeful that Xavi Simons will also be active for RB Leipzig next season. According to the 47-year-old German, the club's qualification for the Champions League this season plays a significant role in the plans with the Dutch international. In this regard, an important match awaits on Saturday against Borussia Dortmund.
Milan over anger after two days: 'Congratulations, Internazionale'
AC Milan has provided city rival Internazionale with congratulations after two days. The rival became the national champion on Monday, notably at San Siro (1-2). However, a firm handshake from the Rossoneri remained absent for the time being after the heated duel.
If they don't lose games and we keep doing what we did...
Statements from Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool's manager, after the defeat to Everton, 2-0, on Wednesday.
Rooney critical of Van Dijk's comments, English media give up on title race
Wayne Rooney believes that Liverpool should not complain about the match scheduled for this Saturday at 12:30 PM (UK time) against West Ham United. After the defeat to Everton on Wednesday, the players should feel the need to make amends.