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How will Liverpool move on from Alexander-Arnold, as Real Madrid move nears?

LIVERPOOL, England — As Trent Alexander-Arnold held his arms aloft and soaked up the ovation from the Anfield crowd after his Liverpool side had clinched the Premier League title with a 5-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur last Sunday, a jubilant Kop crowed: “He’s Alexander-Arnold, the Scouser in our team.” It has been a familiar refrain on Merseyside since the 26-year-old right back made his first-team debut in 2016, underscoring his…

Transfer rumors, news: Madrid in talks with Arsenal star Saliba

Arsenal and Manchester City are keeping tabs on Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, while Manchester United will battle Newcastle United for Bryan Mbeumo’s signature. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January grades – Alexander-Arnold to leave Liverpool on free transfer – Solskjaer slams McTominay transfer: ‘[It] is beyond me’ – Ancelotti’s Real…

Man United ratings: Garnacho, Amad bright sparks; young stars struggle

Manchester United suffered a third Premier League away defeat in four matches on Sunday as they lost 4-3 to Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium. It was almost a nightmare start for the Red Devils when Luke Shaw headed a ball narrowly past his own goal following a lack of communication with goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, who endured a shaky start before settling into the match. The visitors took the lead…

Transfer rumors, news: Juventus make first concrete move to sign Højlund

Juventus have taken the first concrete steps to sign Rasmus Højlund from Manchester United, while Dean Huijsen’s future could be decided this month with Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool all in the race. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January grades – Ancelotti’s Real Madrid future not for discussion until May 25…

Leeds win title, Lampard’s Coventry in playoffs

Leeds United sealed the Championship title while Frank Lampard guided Coventry City to their second playoff appearance in three years in a typically dramatic final day in the second tier of English football. Daniel Farke’s team pipped Burnley to the league title on goal difference after Manor Solomon’s 91st-minute goal sealed a 2-1 win over Plymouth Argyle at Elland Road. The Tottenham Hotspur loanee’s strike silenced the party atmosphere at…

The worst game in Premier League history? Southampton might just be the worst team

LEICESTER, England — The security guard tasked with pat-down duties at the entrance to the King Power Stadium ahead of Leicester City’s Premier League game against Southampton had a wry grin on his face. “Enjoy,” he said, as he granted access. “If you can!” It’s a line he will have grown accustomed to saying this season. Leicester, shock champions in 2016, had already seen their relegation back to the EFL…

Maguire: Utd owe fans a trophy after poor season

Harry Maguire has said Manchester United’s players feel they owe the fans a trophy to repay their faith during a miserable season in the Premier League. United are set to finish in the bottom half the table for the first time since 1990, but their league form is in stark contrast to the results in the Europa League. And after a stunning 3-0 win over Athletic Club in Spain on…

Conte: McTominay better now than at Man United

Napoli manager Antonio Conte praised Scott McTominay’s rise to prominence, highlighting the Scotland midfielder’s growing maturity and influence as the Serie A leaders head into the decisive final weeks of the Serie A title race. Conte’s side are in a strong position before Saturday’s match at Lecce, holding a three-point lead ahead of inconsistent second-placed Inter Milan with four rounds remaining. He highlighted the contribution of McTominay, who has helped…

Man United look like different (good) team as Europa League final gets closer

BILBAO, Spain — A performance out of nowhere and a result no one saw coming: Manchester United breathed new life into their ailing season by shocking Athletic Club in the Europa League semifinals Thursday night. A stunning 3-0 victory in Bilbao means Ruben Amorim’s team — battered and bruised by a miserable campaign in the Premier League — stands on the brink of return to Bilbao later this month for…

Source: Chicago Fire in talks with Kevin De Bruyne

Chicago Fire FC is in talks with Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne on a designated player contract, a source confirmed to ESPN, and look to have the inside track to sign the Belgium playmaker if he moves to MLS. De Bruyne announced last month that he would leave Man City at the end of the season when his contract with the English club expired. The 33-year-old has been with…