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of manchester city It appears that the decision has been made on Vitor Reis. The important thing for the defender is that there has been no change since Pep Guardiola’s departure.

The Brazilian has spent this season proving himself at Barcelona. This came after Manchester City approved a loan move designed to accelerate their development.

There was some uncertainty as to what would happen next. Guardiola was a key figure in the club’s decision to sign Vitor Reis from Palmeiras. Furthermore, he shaped the next plan to send him to Spain for regular football.

according to globo esporteHowever, any doubts can now be put to rest. The outlet reports that Manchester City will re-admit the 20-year-old to their first team for the 2026-27 season following his summer break. Also, the coaching change has had no impact on that strategy.

Guardiola may be gone, but the plan remains

As we covered earlierGuardiola played a direct role in the development of Vitor Reis.

The defender has previously spoken about his admiration for the Catalan coach and revealed how much he learned during his brief stint in Manchester before moving to Verona. Earlier this year, he had also made it clear where he sees his future.

“My intention, my desire is to return to Manchester City, play and get a place.” He said.

Latest information suggests that the wish will come true.

Manchester City’s confidence in the defender has been strengthened by a season in which he has established himself as one of Verona’s most important players.

The loan was never designed as a move away from Etihad. Instead, it was intended to provide minutes that could not realistically be obtained in a team full of senior international players. And this step worked.

The magic of Verona gave what City wanted

Vitor Reis became a regular starter in La Liga and developed into a pillar of Verona’s defence.

He finished the campaign as the Brazilian playing the most minutes in Spain’s top flight. Throughout the season, he made 36 appearances and started 35 matches. He averaged 9,69 defensive actions per match, making him among the best performers in the league.

Equally importantly, he impressed in some of Verona’s biggest matches. spanish report Pointing in particular to his performances against both Real Madrid and Barcelona. These were extraordinary moments during the campaign.

Verona’s place in the City Football Group also allowed Manchester City to keep a close eye on his progress. Globo Esporte reports that performance reports were shared regularly throughout the season. Therefore, Premier League clubs maintain a comprehensive picture of their development.

what happens next

Vitor Reis was not included in Brazil’s final World Cup squad, but made Carlo Ancelotti’s preliminary 55-man list. Getting your first senior call-up earlier this year.

That international recognition came with a successful season at club level. As a result, Manchester City now appear ready to take the next step.

For months, the question was whether a managerial change might change the defender’s path. The latest reports indicate that the answer is no.

Guardiola’s exit may have removed one of Vitor Reus’s biggest supporters within the club, but it doesn’t change Manchester City’s belief that he is ready to be part of their first-team plans next season.

newcastle united They are considering a contract for Werder Bremen goalkeeper Mio Backhaus this summer as his ‘departure is looming.’

Bild Hamburg reports today on the 22-year-old goalkeeper As he nears the end of his first season as Werder Bremen’s number one goalkeeper.

Newcastle United’s interest is well known

The goalkeeper was one of the key players in securing the club’s survival in the Bundesliga this season. But his first season could also be his last.

There are indications that he will leave the German club this summer. Werder Bremen want to generate revenue by June 30^th To improve its financial results for the financial year.

There are two players on their radar for sale: Karim Coulibaly and Mio Backhaus. There will be talks over the defender in the coming weeks. And so, the focus is shifting towards selling the U21 international goalkeeper.

Newcastle United’s interest in him has been confirmed. The belief is that they have the necessary funds to make the transfer. This will certainly be the case if Anthony Gordon is sold to Bayern Munich this summer.

They will potentially face competition from Freiburg following the departure of goalkeeper Noah Atubolu. If they can win the Europa League and offer Champions League football, it will make them more attractive than Newcastle.

€12m asking price

But this is a big deal at this time. Both parties are in the mix regardless, with Backhaus currently valued at around €12m. In modern terms, this is a bargain.

However, it doesn’t look like the Magpies have made their move yet. They’re probably waiting for the season to end and decide on a budget before moving forward.

But there is a perception the Magpies are hovering around a deal. And, crucially, Werder Bremen are ready to shift the conversation as they look to raise money and balance their books.

Following their fourth consecutive loss on the season, the inevitable happened, and Billy Donovan’s tenure as head coach of the Chicago Bulls ended when he officially “resigned” from his position on Tuesday.

At the beginning of the week, it was still unclear whether Donovan would follow general manager Mark Eversley and executive vice president Arturas Karnisovas after they were fired by the Bulls earlier this month. There were also recent reports that the former Florida and Oklahoma City Thunder coach could gain even more influence in the organization.

However, Donovan would end his run with a 226–256 record and just one playoff trip in six seasons. So who could the Chicago Bulls make their next head coach? We present five possible options, including former head coach Tom Thibodeau.

taylor jenkins

Taylor Jenkins helped turn the Memphis Grizzlies into a consistent playoff contender in the Western Conference. However, his inability to manage Ja Morant and his on- and off-court issues played a role in his surprise exit at the end of last season.

The 41-year-old certainly deserves another chance as a head coach in the NBA and has shown he can develop talent. This is a must-have trait for the Bulls’ next coach. Jenkins will get some good pieces to start in Matas Bouzelis and Josh Giddy.

tom thibodeau

In the NBA, you have rarely seen a coach returning to a franchise after a breakup. But other than a few good seasons from Scott Skiles at the turn of the century, Tom Thibodeau is the only coach who has pushed the Bulls back into title contention since the Michael Jordan era.

Yes, his inability to reach the NBA Finals since being fired by Chicago in 2015 continues. But he showed with the New York Knicks that he still knows how to turn a program around and make them a consistent playoff contender. This is what the Bulls need right now. A strong, capable coach who has mastered the art of turning teams into very competitive units year after year.

Sam Cassel

Sam Cassel had a really good 15-year career as a player, winning three NBA championships. But since 2009, he has built a strong reputation as a top assist during several stops, including with the Los Angeles Clippers and currently the Boston Celtics.

For many years, he has been viewed as someone who is worthy of the head coaching job, and it is only a matter of time before a franchise finally gives him a chance. He should definitely be considered for Chicago.

Mika Nori

Another top assistant who has been linked to multiple head coaching jobs over the past few years is Minnesota Timberwolves assistant, Micah Nouri. He’s been learning on an NBA bench for 17 seasons and with five different teams. Of the various assistants in the game, there is none more prepared and respected than Nori.

chris quinn

Miami Heat assistant coach Chris Quinn is a man who is sure to get a top job soon. He has been with the organization for 12 years and is Erik Spoelstra’s top assistant. The Heat and their culture is one of the most respected in the game due to their potential. Quinn is one of the franchise’s greatest retainers and can bring to Chicago what has worked for him over the past decade.

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Thomas doesn’t seem to be ready for a quick return to football after leaving France tottenham. Instead, he’s using his free time to visit some old friends.

tip sheet report Today on the former Tottenham manager and his recent trip to Portugal to connect with some former colleagues.

time off after tottenham

Thomas Frank has been out of work since mid-February after Tottenham decided to end his disastrous spell in charge.

He was appointed to Spurs following the departure of Anze Postecoglou last summer, but managed only 38 games in all competitions, with a points per game ratio of 1.29.

The 52-year-old has been quiet since then, especially as Tottenham slide down the Championship. However, it seems the Danish coach is keeping busy during his break.

Tipsbladet reports that while Frank has ‘not made much noise’ since his departure, he has been on holiday in Portugal. He recently visited CD Mafra, where Per Ruud and Heerink Lehm work. Kim Hallberg from DBU was also in the club.

“It’s great to meet again and show off our facilities and share our vision for CD Mafra,” Per Ruud, general manager of CD Mafra, wrote on LinkedIn.

“Thomas Frank, Kim Hallberg, Henrik Lehm and the undersigned have maintained their friendship since working together at Brøndby.”

friends reunited

The former Tottenham manager worked with Per Ruud at Brøndby IF from 2013–2016. Rudd was the sporting director at the time. At the same time, Henrik Lehm was around for masterclasses, while Kim Hallberg was team manager at the West Danish club.

Now there was space in the calendar to meet my old friends. In fact, his agent, Alan Bach, It has been insisted that Thomas Frank has stopped visiting friends and family. Portugal fits into that.

“Thomas has had a lot of time here now,” Rudd explained.

“We always meet a few times a year, when it’s appropriate. When we’re together, the mood is good. It was a free space where we could have fun, eat good food, play games and enjoy the sunshine.

Alex Manninger initially played for two clubs in England and made a name for himself armory.

The goalkeeper was signed by the Gunners of Graz AK in 1997 as a highly rated prospect. The Austrian played 15 times in the Premier League during the 1999/2000 campaign.

Hopes of finding real success at Arsenal did not last long and in 2001 he was loaned out to Fiorentina.

In 2002 he was sold permanently to Espanyol and after several transfers he ended up at Juventus.

Manninger has now expressed regret over his exit, looking back on his time at Arsenal.

Desire more Arsenal minutes

Now talking to 48 year old Manninger gazzetta dello sport Many things related to his career.

He seemed particularly emotional when asked about Arsenal and his move to London in 1997.

The Austrian explained: “I get emotional just thinking about it. I was a 20-year-old kid. Wenger wanted to bring an international dimension to the club and focus on young players. I was one of them. Arsene even started a training camp, which was unusual for the Premier League at the time.”

Manninger revealed he is ready to become Arsenal’s first-choice forward. He still regrets not being able to fulfill that dream during his tenure at the Emirates.

“I have to say that, despite my age, I felt comfortable in goal. In front I had a legend like Tony Adams. He taught me a lot. I have only one regret: leaving too early. But you know, I wanted to play.”

Apart from Arsenal, he also opened up about his loan spell at Fiorentina and revealed why he should not have joined them.

“Yes, and it was the wrong decision. I found the situation absurd. It was 2001 and the club was on the verge of bankruptcy. We did not receive our salaries for several months.

“Coach was [Roberto] Mancini, and from time to time he would say to us, ‘I wonder if we will train tomorrow.’ He was joking, but we all knew we could go bankrupt at any moment.”

Manninger’s career was still quite long

In total, the former goalkeeper played more than 60 times for Arsenal during his Gunners spell.

He played 137 times in Serie A, with the majority of his appearances coming at Siena. Later in his career, he also worked at Liverpool, where he retired from the game. He also played more than 40 times for Juventus.

Overall, even though Manninger’s career could have been different, he did enough that he will be remembered as a cult figure of Serie A.

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Nottingham Forest’s break with Edu Gaspar is still going on behind the scenes. And the situation may take longer than before to resolve.

Edu is contractually linked to Evangelos Marinakis’ football group, which oversees Nottingham Forest, Olympiacos and Rio Ave. There are still four years left to run on that agreement.

Now, espn brazil Explain that negotiations are ongoing regarding possible termination. However, Edu is not expected to walk away from such a long-term deal easily.

Contract status may delay next move

Edu’s current contract is reportedly for the next four seasons. As a result, any exit requires a financial settlement.

The expectation on Edu’s part is that it will accept termination only if it receives approximately half of the remaining value of the agreement. Practically, this would mean compensation equivalent to two years’ salary. He will waive off the remaining two years.

Until that situation is resolved, his freedom to negotiate with other clubs will remain uncertain. this is something We covered earlier this month.

This also explains why the process appears to be slow. The role of Edu in the structure of Marinakis has recently diminished. However, the contractual framework binding him to the group is still important.

Priority remains Europe

Even if the move to Nottingham Forest and a wider group separation is completed, a return to Brazil is not currently Edu’s preferred next step.

The former Brazil international still sees his career focused on European football. Having worked for years in the continent’s recruitment and playing structures, particularly during his time at Arsenal, he believes his strongest opportunities remain there.

There are also some personal reasons for keeping him closely associated with Europe. Edu has a base in London, where it has an office. Additionally, his youngest son currently plays in Portugal for the youth academy of Portimonense.

Those ties mean he often divides his time between England and Portugal.

Because of this, people familiar with the situation believe it would be surprising for Brazil to return unless circumstances change significantly.

So as things stand, Edu’s future hinges on when and how his exit from Nottingham Forest’s ownership structure is finalized – and whether the next opportunity comes in Europe or elsewhere.