Dean Henderson had a great 2019/20 season on loan at Sheffield United from Manchester United. Now he s back at his parent club, but despite his brilliant performances and obvious quality, former United defender Gary Neville doesn t think the 23-year-old will be given the place between the posts at Old Trafford ahead of the club s long-serving No.1 David De Gea.
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Veteran Barcelona goalkeeper Jose Manuel Pinto says he is delighted to have signed a one-year contract extension with the Catalan giants.
The 35-year-old, who deputises for Barca number one Victor Valdes, inked a new deal with the Spanish champions on Wednesday, a contract that should see him remain at the Nou Camp until the end of next season.
Pinto arrived at Barcelona in January 2008, and after a five-month loan spell from his parent club Celta Vigo where he spent a decade he was offered a permanent deal in May 2008.
I m very happy because this is where I wanted to be,” Pinto said, revealing he had his heart set on a permanent deal from the moment he arrived on loan.
I came for six months, but my mind was already focused on carrying on, he said. <…
Casemiro has highlighted the importance of Brazil remaining grounded after being labelled as one of the favourites to win the upcoming World Cup in Qatar.
Brazil last lifted football s most prestigious trophy 20 years ago, when Ronaldo Nazario scored eight goals as Luiz Filipe Scolari s team triumphed in Japan and South Korea.
However, Tite s team have been tipped by many to end that drought this year, with the Selecao topping the FIFA World Rankings ahead of the tournament and seeing the likes of Neymar and Vinicius Junior start the club season in fine form.
Speaking to Manchester United s media channels, Casemiro said: There are two sides to it. Of course, there s no hiding from the fact Brazil are favourites, but the favourites don t always win in football, t…
Spain have lifted the European Under-21 Championships title, thanks to a 2-0 victory over Switzerland in Saturday s final.
Just like their country’s senior team, Spain now hold the title as Europe’s best in their age group after they rounded off a successful tournament with the triumph in Aarhus, Denmark.
A draw against England in their first match in the tournament had been their only blemish to a perfect record that included wins against the Czech Republic, Ukraine and Belarus on their path to the final, with the latter coming in extra-time.
But despite the semi-final scare, Spain were simply too good for Switzerland as their passing, ball control and movement stood out, just like it had done all tournament.
They took the lead with four first-half …
With the start of the Premier League season quickly approaching, Manchester United’s three new summer signings will be looking to prove themselves to Sir Alex Ferguson in a bid to secure first team football. The most likely signing to receive the most playing time is goalkeeper David de Gea. Second in line is Ashley Young, who even if he is not starting is likely to play as the super-sub for the Reds. That leaves Phil Jones as the odd one out, for the time being.
David de Gea
Despite Anders Lindegaard’s fine display during the World Football Challenge, de Gea remains the favourite to grab the position vacated by Dutch legend Edwin van der Sar. Although he’s only been a starting first-team for two seasons, his shot-stopping ability is undeniable. Last seas…
Garry Monk insists Swansea City are not dwelling on last weekend s events at the Britannia Stadium ahead of their clash with Leicester City.
A controversial first-half penalty, converted by Stoke City s Charlie Adam, became the focus of the post-match analysis after Jonathan Walters had netted a late winner for the hosts.
Monk was scathing in his assessment of the spot-kick award stating that Victor Moses had cheated the referee when he went down under a challenge from Angel Rangel.
The Swansea boss was later contacted by the Football Association to clarify his post-match comments.
With Leicester the visitors to the Liberty Stadium this weekend, Monk claimed his full focus was now on returning to winning ways in the Premier League.
After both club…
Juventus eyeing Juan Quintero
Portuguese media outlet that Juventus are keeping close tabs on FC Porto starlet Juan Quinterro.
With coach Max Allegri set to switch to 4-3-1-2 formation, the Bianconeri are on the lookout for a trequartista and the Colombian midfielder is one of the players they are looking at.
It is believed that the Dragons would require around €15 million for the 21-year-old footballer, although it is important to note they only own 50% of the player s rights.
Juan Quinterro may have failed to nail down a regular starting berth at Estadio do Dragao, but he has been quite impressive every time he was called into action.
The talented youngster has already scored 6 league goals despite only making 7 starts and another 22 substit…
Germany defender Benedikt Howedes is more than an option for Serie A champions Juventus in the transfer market.
Juve are aiming to win a seventh consecutive top-flight title this season, while they were placed alongside Barcelona, Olympiacos and Sporting CP in Thursday s draw for the Champions League group stage as Massimiliano Allegri looks to mastermind another run to the final.
They fell at the final hurdle in Europe s top competition to Barca in 2015 and Real Madrid last term, while Juventus pre-season preparations were rocked by influential centre-back Leonardo Bonucci s departure to AC Milan.
Allegri s men began their Serie A campaign with a 3-0 win over Cagliari on Saturday and defensive reinforcements are seemingly on the way in the form of Schalke s Howe…
Jose Mourinho has completed a successful raid on his old club by signing Nemanja Matic from Chelsea in a reported £40million deal.
The Serbia international is the second player to leave Stamford Bridge for Manchester United in the last three years, with Mourinho having sold Juan Mata to the Red Devils in January 2014.
Only a handful have made such a switch between the Premier League heavyweights and it is safe to say that not all have been a success at their new club.
Here, we take a look at five of the best-known examples.
RAY WILKINS: CHELSEA TO MANCHESTER UNITED (1979)
England great Ray Wilkins became a star at Chelsea more or less from the moment he made his debut at the age of 17 in 1973.
The midfielder quickly established…
Xavi will take his first training session as the new head coach of Barcelona on Tuesday, the club has confirmed.
The former Barca midfielder was announced as Ronald Koeman s replacement on Saturday and will be officially presented on Monday before taking his first training session a day later.
Xavi arrives with the Blaugrana sat in mid-table in LaLiga and stated on Saturday that the training sessions will be demanding and we will compete hard .
Following the international break, the legendary Spain midfielder s first game in charge will be the Catalan derby against Espanyol on Saturday 20th November.
Meanwhile, Barcelona announced that Eric Garcia and Nico Gonzalez suffered muscle strains in Saturday s 3-3 draw at Celta Vigo.
The duo join Ansu Fat…