Welcome to a new series of articles from Last Word on Football. During the coming days and weeks, we will be looking at some of the homegrown success stories in the sport.
Gabby Agbonlahor has named one Premier League star who he reckons Liverpool ‘would love’ to sign as a prospective long-term replacement for Mo Salah. Michael Olise has enjoyed a momentous week for Crystal Palace, with three goals and an assist in two games, scoring twice in their 4-0 demolition of Manchester United last Monday.
Claudio Ranieri shared his thoughts on the decision of the AC Milan fans to protest during the game against his side Cagliari last night, as well as how he thought the game itself went.
Fiorentina have reportedly been in contact with Galatasaray to enquire about the services of Italy international Nicolo Zaniolo, who has endured an uninspiring season on loan in the Premier League with Aston Villa in 2023-24.
Juventus have reportedly found an agreement with Bologna coach Thiago Motta to replace Max Allegri at the end of the season. The Livorno native appears increasingly likely to leave Turin despite having another year on his contract.
Aside from trying to finish in second place, which would ensure a financial boost because of qualifying for the Spanish Super Cup, Barcelona’s campaign is effectively over.
A new loan to owners Suning from PIMCO will allow Inter Milan to sort out contract extensions for Simone Inzaghi, Nicolo Barella, and Lautaro Martinez.
Real Madrid are holding their La Liga title-winning celebrations on Sunday, having opted to delay the events from last weekend, when their victory became official.
AC Milan are on the hunt for a defensive midfielder ahead of next season and one of the opportunities that could arise is Manuel Ugarte of Paris Saint-Germain, a report claims.
On Friday, Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappé informed everyone that he’ll be leaving the club after this season, with his contract expiring next month.
Carlo Ancelotti, as promised, has recreated the iconic photograph of himself wearing a pair of sunglasses and smoking a cigar, for Real Madrid’s 36th LaLiga title celebrations in the Spanish capital on Sunday morning.
Bayern Munich are eyeing Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. The Sun says Bayern see Wharton as a summer target having made attempt in January when he was leaving Blackburn Rovers.
Manchester City are readying a bid for Everton goalkeeper Douglass Lukjanciks. The Sun says City are planning a 10m offer for the 17 year-old. Talks are underway between the two clubs over the England U17 international.
Besides managing Manchester United, boss Erik ten Hag has time and again been made to defend his decision to continue as manager. After a rather disastrous season in the Premier League, many have called for the Dutchman’s sacking.
It is safe to say that Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino did not deliver upon his high expectations when appointed by the Blues. The former Paris Saint-Germain manager took charge of the club in May 2023.
Burnley midfielder Sander Berge says relegation is "devastating". Defeat at Tottenham confirmed Burnley will return to the Championship next season. Berge told the club's website: I'm devastated, as is the whole group.
Manchester United loanee Donny van de Beek has suffered an Achilles injury. Eintracht Frankfurt has confirmed the midfielder has returned to the Netherlands – to receive further treatment.
Nottingham Forest boss Nuno insists they're not yet safe. With one game remaining for both themselves and Luton, Forest hold a 12 goal advantage on the Hatters while they're three points ahead of the 17th placed team.
Florian Wirtz has reportedly emerged as a priority target for Real Madrid despite competition from Arsenal and Manchester City. The German midfielder has been enjoying an incredible run of form under Xabi Alonso this season.
Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk won praise after victory at Nottingham Forest yesterday. Mudryk struck the opener in the 3-2 win. Former Arsenal striker Alan Smith told Sky Sports: "Mykhaylo Mudryk is looking a bit more like it lately.
Chelsea beat Nottingham Forest 3-2 last night in a late turn around to pile relegation pressure on their opponents, and make that push for Europe themselves.
Cristian Olivera scored two goals and Denis Bouanga had three assists to lead Los Angeles FC to a 3-0 victory over the host Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday night.
Tottenham Hotspur could look to sign Barcelona winger Raphinha ahead of next season. The North London club are looking at ways to reinforce their attack in the upcoming transfer window.
Lewis Morgan and Emil Forsberg scored in the first half as the host New York Red Bulls rebounded from their worst performance of the season in a 4-2 victory over the New England Revolution on Saturday night in Harrison, N.J.
Inter Miami shook off a two-goal first-half deficit Saturday night to stun host CF Montreal 3-2. Miami (8-2-3, 27 points) fell behind early after allowing two goals in a 10-minute span in the first half, but it rallied to tie the match before halftime.
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