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Hungary coach Marco Rossi has hit out at Liverpool manager Arne Slot over his use of Dominik Szoboszlai following the Reds boss’ recent comments.

blick report on comments Rossi made it clear in response to the slot today that he expects his players not to play too many minutes during the international break.

“I think the players need the break more than the manager and unfortunately he has to keep playing.” The slot declared match of the day on Saturday.

“Let’s hope their national team coaches understand that there are a lot of players playing a lot of minutes at Liverpool. But I think other clubs probably could have rotated more than me this season.

“So, let’s hope we’ve got a national team coach who won’t make them play 180 minutes in two matches.”

Hungarian reaction

However, reports in Hungary Suggested he had no intention of resting the Liverpool midfielder.

Hungary face Slovenia tomorrow and then Greece in friendlies this week. But those early reports indicate that Rossi will not change his plans solely because of Slott’s comments. Now he has launched a direct counterattack.

“I have never spoken to Arne Slott personally,” He said.

“Accordingly, when the Liverpool head coach, for example, would play Dominik Szoboszlai as a defender, I would never say anything. But I would also expect him not to interfere with my work.

“If Dominic wants to rest, of course I will let him rest. But everyone knows how important the national team jersey is to him as the captain of the team. What is important for us now is to finish these two matches with a good result.”

liverpool fitness concerns

Rossi’s response will certainly not be welcomed by Slott. His team has significantly increased their physical output this season but struggled in the final minutes.

Szoboszlai is prominent among them. He is one of the top runners in the Premier League so far. He is also regularly included among the players who have covered the most distance.

Now he is set to add to it during the international break, as Hungary and Liverpool look set for a power struggle over the 25-year-old.

Newcastle United have linked Jose Mourinho with a possible move to St James’ Park in recent days, but reports from Portugal are already pushing back on that idea.

Speculation over Jose Mourinho has intensified amid the ongoing investigation into Eddie Howe and Newcastle’s position in the Premier League table.

British press coverage has suggested that the Benfica manager could be a natural successor, particularly given his history with the club through Bobby Robson.

However, the Portuguese newspaper game Paints a very different picture.

Portuguese stance on Mourinho’s future

According to their reporting, despite noises coming from England, there has been no concrete approach from Newcastle at the moment. More importantly, Mourinho himself remains fully committed to his project at SL Benfica.

The 63-year-old still has a year left on his contract, even with a clause allowing an early exit. However, that situation does not intrinsically cause any uncertainty.

Instead, the report claims that Mourinho has set a clear objective – to build a team capable of winning the Portuguese title next season.

This ambition is shaping his thinking. It also explains why, despite regular links to other markets, including Saudi Arabia, he has remained focused on Benfica.

Newcastle Link seen as noise rather than speed

Jose Mourinho admitted earlier this season that Newcastle United is a club he has affection for. This stems from his time working under Bobby Robson, who remains a key figure in the club’s history.

Nevertheless, the Portuguese outlet emphasizes that the sentiment does not translate into any existing desire to move.

On the Benfica side, planning is already underway for next season. Mourinho is said to be working closely with president Rui Costa and director Mario Branco on team decisions.

Those discussions are ongoing, although more formal meetings regarding the 2026/27 campaign are expected to take place closer to the end of the season.

What does this mean for Newcastle United

Jose Mourinho’s name will likely continue to be bandied about in English coverage, especially as uncertainty remains over Eddie Howe.

However, based on information coming from Portugal, there is no indication of a deal being developed at this stage.

For Newcastle, the situation remains unchanged at the moment. The club may admire Mourinho’s profile and experience, but any move would require a significant change from his current stance.

As things stand, the message from Portugal is clear – this is externally driven speculation rather than a transfer story with real momentum.

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Ecuador manager Sebastian Becca has confirmed Sunderland’s Nilsson Angulo will return to the Premier League squad.

On 2 February, the winger left Anderlecht to secure a permanent transfer to the Stadium of Light for €17.3m.

He scored 10 goals and 11 assists in 94 appearances for Anderlecht, of which seven goals and eight assists came this season. The 22-year-old’s performances and potential for the Belgian club convinced Sunderland to take a bet on him.

There there was a lot of excitement On visiting Sunderland in Ecuador. However, he has yet to score or contribute an assist for the Black Cats in 347 minutes in six matches, and some of his Premier League statistics are as follows.

• Appearances: 5
• Start: 3
• minutes: 264
• Minutes per game: 53
• Key passes per game: 0.4
• Shots on goal per game: 0.4

Angulo last made his appearance in the Black Cats’ FA Cup defeat to Port Vale. Due to injury he had to miss the last two matches.

However, this did not stop the national team manager from including him in the squad for this international break.

Sunderland player’s injury a blow to Ecuador

On Thursday, Sebastian Bekases spoke at a press conference teleamazonas Nilsson Angulo has issued his comments.

The attacker and Independiente del Valle’s Patrick Mercado will both miss Ecuador’s next two fixtures due to injuries and the manager spoke about their absence.

“These are significant losses. The rest are fit and healthy.” He said.

Teleamazonas report that the former Anderlecht man will leave the national team camp on Friday and return to Sunderland, where he will work on his recovery from a ‘muscle strain’.

bolavip Claim Bekes’ decision to call up Angulo was ‘completely surprising’ as he was already injured. They termed it a ‘controversial move’, although the coach had called up injured players on several occasions in the past.

Meanwhile, the Sunderland man’s immediate focus will be on recovering and regaining his form with Regis Le Bris’s side ahead of the World Cup.

Ecuador squad and fixtures for the March international break

There are two friendly matches against the national team

• Morocco, March 27
• Netherlands, March 31

Sebastian Bekas’s squad for these two matches:

goalkeeper: David Cabezas, Gonzalo Valle, Hernan Galindez, Moises Ramirez

defenders: Angelo Preciado, Felix Torres, Jackson Porrozo, Joel Ordonez, Jose Hurtado, Leonardo Realpe, Pervis Estupinan, Piero Hincapie, Willian Pacho

midfielder: Alan Franco, Alan Minda, Anthony Valencia, Bryan Ramirez, Denil Castillo, Gonzalo Plata, Janner Corozo, John Yeboah, Jordy Alcívar, Kendry Páez, Moises Caicedo, Pedro Vite, Yaimar Medina

Ahead: Ener Valencia, Jeremy Arevalo, John Mercado, Jordi Caicedo, Kevin Rodriguez, Leonardo Campana

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AFC Bournemouth’s multi-club structure is starting to show more clear signs on the ground, with the activity in Portugal offering a useful glimpse of how the club is aligning players and coaching pathways.

At Moreense FC, two Bournemouth U21 players are currently working with the first team under manager Vasco Botelho da Costa. The pair – forward Jonny Day and centre-back Harold Williams – have been integrated into training during a period where the Portuguese side have struggled with a number of injuries.

That temporary step serves an immediate purpose. Moreirense is lacking in key areas including central defense and attack, and the extra bodies help maintain the intensity of training ahead of his return to league action.

However, the move also reflects something more deliberate.

The network is working in both directions

Bournemouth’s ownership group has already established a clear relationship with Moreirense. That link is now being used in a practical way, giving young players experience of the senior football environment outside England.

At the same time, it places those players directly under the guidance of a coach which is increasingly relevant to Bournemouth’s long-term thinking.

As reported in Portugal to ballTraining arrangements come through a shared structure between the clubs. Yet the broader picture shows that a system is being actively tested rather than simply existing on paper.

For Bournemouth, it provides a controlled environment to develop talent while strengthening internal relationships in their network.

Vasco Botelho remains the key figure

Vasco Botelho da Costa remains at the center of this relationship. As we covered earlierBournemouth reportedly view the Portuguese coach as a possible future option. The hope is that he can enter the frame for this role within a season or two.

His profile explains why. After starting out in Estoril’s youth setup, Botelho stepped into senior management with União de Leiria in 2022/23 and won the third division title. He then guided FC Alverca to promotion to the Primeira Liga in 2024/25.

Now working within Bournemouth’s wider structure at Morensey, he is gaining experience that matches closely with the club’s ecosystem.

What does this mean for Bournemouth

There is no immediate suggestion of change around Andoni Ierola. Nevertheless, Bournemouth’s approach appears to be increasingly structured.

Through their network they are not only developing players but also introducing potential future coaches to their methods and talent pool.

By placing academy players under Botelho’s supervision, Bournemouth creates a two-way evaluation process. The coach works with his players while the club learns more about his methods in a live environment.

This is a small detail in isolation. Still, in the context of his broader plan, it looks like another step toward a clearly delineated future.

Galatasaray are preparing a big move for Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana in the summer, who is being regarded as a dream signing.

news yellow red report On today’s comments from Galatasaray reporter Kagan Dursun. According to their information, Onana is the big signing that manager Okan Buruk wants this summer.

“Okan Buruc has a dream of bringing Amadou Onana into the midfield,” he said.

“It is a difficult transfer, but at the request of the coach, an investigation will be carried out at the end of the season. Even if Onana is not available, the coach wants a midfielder of that profile.”

aston villa resistance

While Dursun has personally requested to sign the 24-year-old from Aston Villa, the transfer is believed to be difficult.

Amadou Onana is currently linked to Aston Villa until 2029 and remains a regular under Unai Emery. He has made 31 appearances in all competitions this season, totaling 2203 minutes.

That’s despite being constantly troubled by hamstring and hamstring injuries. Without these, his appearances and minutes would undoubtedly be higher.

high asking price

There is also the question of price. Derson made no mention of a potential fee, but Aston Villa’s demands would certainly be high.

The Villans paid €59.35m to sign Onana in 2024 and Transfermarkt currently rates him at €45m. Galatasaray will have to dig deep to knock Villa out of the park, even with their big spending over the last few windows.

This figure is also likely to increase if the midfielder has a good World Cup with Belgium. Even if he doesn’t, the three years remaining on his deal means Aston Villa have the power.

Still, it appears the idea is on for Galatasaray, thanks to a request from their manager. The Turkish side has not hesitated To target big name signatures in the recent windowAnd Onana appears to be next on their list.

Suriname manager Henk ten Cate has revealed he has taken a tough stance with Leeds United striker Joel Pirlo over his lack of minutes at Elland Road this season.

VG Sport Cover Ten Cate’s comments today regarding the Leeds striker. He is preparing for his international break with his new nation.

Pirro switched his allegiance to Suriname earlier this year. He was officially called up for the international break last week.

The Leeds United player could now be ready for the World Cup this summer. Undoubtedly, that tournament is a major motivation behind the change of allegiance.

Disappointing leeds united season

The added motivation will be especially true after a disappointing season with Leeds United. Joel Pirlo was one of their star men as they were promoted last season. He also has 74 goals in the Championship over four seasons with Leeds and Swansea City.

However, life in the Premier League has been difficult. He is yet to score in the league and has only managed 217 minutes in total as Dominic Calvert-Lewin has established himself as the number one under Daniel Farke.

Pirlo had to watch the match from the sidelines, but he made an impact by scoring two goals in the FA Cup win over Norwich City two weeks earlier.

Lack of minutes isn’t a concern for Ten Kate. But still he has issued a warning to the Leeds United striker.

“He doesn’t play regularly for Leeds but is at the highest level club,” He said.

“The English league is by far the strongest in the world. It could be that you sit on the bench. I’ve told Joel he has to work really hard.

“When the opportunity comes, you have to take it. He did that against Norwich. He played a very good game and scored an important goal.”

summer decision needed

Fortunately for Joel Pirlo, a lack of minutes for Leeds United this summer is unlikely to harm his chances of going to the World Cup.

He will likely be hoping to use that tournament to market himself. The Netherlands-born player will surely have to make a decision about his future at Elland Road one way or another.

It’s clear he’s not a sure-fire Park to Daniel Farke’s plans, especially given Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s continued influence.

During the January window, they talked about winter exits.

“To be honest, it’s not in the plan right now,” Piro said.

“You never know, what if an opportunity comes up that you can’t refuse? But personally, I’m not really looking forward to making any moves this winter. Especially because the season is still relatively short and there’s very little time to adapt elsewhere. I think it would be very difficult.”

At the time, Ipswich Town were keen on a permanent transfer. The Leeds United player did not want to move in the winter and was also unwilling to switch championships.

When summer arrives, a different decision may need to be made.

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Ecuador manager Sebastian Bekas has revealed that Newcastle United are pursuing a talented young player.

The Premier League team is on the lookout for young talent from around the world and has made a few signings in recent years.

Last summer, Newcastle United signed Antonio Cordero, also known as Antonito, on a free transfer. He is now on loan at Cadiz. In the same window, they signed Park Seung-soo from South Korean side Suwon Samsung Bluewings.

In October 2024, the Magpies agreed a deal with Dinamo Tbilisi for Vakhtang Salia. A few months before that, they had signed Miodrag Pivas from Jedinstvo UB of Serbia.

Australian Garang Kuol joined Newcastle United from Central Coast Mariners in 2023 before leaving them permanently to join Sparta Prague last August.

Eddie Howe’s side are also looking to sign youngsters from South America.

Wednesday edition of As has published an interview with Ecuador’s manager Sebastián Bekas, in which he discusses various topics. He took over the national team job from Félix Sánchez in August 2024.

Newcastle United’s interest revealed

Sébastien Bekas has spoken about the massive changes he has made to his team since taking over as head coach. That’s when he spoke about Newcastle United’s interest in an unnamed Ecuadorian young player.

The manager says that the player was born in 2009, without giving any information like his name, club etc.

“Our big achievement was to look beyond the immediate results. In 20 months, we changed almost 65% of the team. Today we have one of the youngest teams ever. Also, many players are coming behind us. We have worked a lot with the young players,” He said.

“We conducted three-day training camps and got to know over 140 players. This gave us a chance to get a broad base and understand the talent present in the country.”

“We have two 16-year-old twins who were bought by Arsenal, another who was bought by Chelsea, and a player born in 2009 who is being chased by Newcastle.”

There have been no recent claims of Newcastle United’s interest in a young Ecuadorian player. sports witness covered The Magpies were previously interested in Club Brugge’s Joel Ordóñez, but he was born in 2004.

Meanwhile, the manager has spoken about the influence Chelsea star Moises Caicedo has had on youngsters.

“We use him as an example for young players. He left Ecuador, had a hard time… and then he had a medical examination of his knee. Many players look at him now and think it was easy, but it was not. Moi is a very humble player,” Bekesis explained.

march international break fixtures

• Friendly vs Morocco on 27 March
• Friendly vs Netherlands on 31 March

Ecuador squad:

Goalkeepers: David Cabezas, Gonzalo Valle, Hernan Galindez, Moises Ramirez

Defenders: Angelo Preciado, Felix Torres, Jackson Porzo, Joel Ordonez, Jose Hurtado, Leonardo Realpe, Pervis Estupinan, Piero Hincapie, Willian Pacho

Midfielders: Alan Franco, Alan Minda, Anthony Valencia, Brian Ramirez, Daniel Castillo, Gonzalo Plata, Janner Corozo, John Yeboah, Jordi Alcivar, Kendry Paez, Moises Caicedo,
Patrick Mercado, Pedro Witte, Yaimar Medina

Forwards: Ener Valencia, Jeremy Arevalo, John Mercado, Jordy Caicedo, Kevin Rodriguez, Leonardo Campana

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Belgium U21 manager Gil Swarts has cleared up confusion over Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia’s involvement this month.

The 22-year-old has made only one appearance for Belgium U21 in 2022, against Scotland.

The Chelsea player made his senior debut in Belgium’s friendly win over Germany in March 2023. He has not appeared for them since then.

This is mainly because the midfielder has struggled with injuries and fitness since arriving at Stamford Bridge from Southampton in August 2023.

To put this into context, he has played 1,559 minutes from 37 matches, including 503 minutes from 15 matches this season, which includes eight Premier League appearances. His statistics per league game this season are as follows.

Lavia has been fit for over a month and has made seven appearances for Liam Rosenior’s side in March. Last weekend, he started in the Blues’ 3–0 league defeat to Everton and played 57 minutes.

This may have led to suggestions of him returning to the national team or the Swans team for the March international break.

Swarts on Chelsea deal for Lavia

The Club World Cup winners initially stated on their official website that Romeo Lavia had made the Belgium U21 squad before removing it.

On Monday, Sports Witness Covered Claims He rejected calls from Gil Swarts from his country’s media.

Sporza The English club’s official website spoke to Jong Duivels to ask him about the message. Both the Belgian FA and Chelsea, and not Lavia, decided that he would not play for his country this month.

“There was a misunderstanding. He was on initial selection for the first team, and then there was contact between the federation and Chelsea staff,” He said.

“It was asked if he could get minutes for the U21s, but it was decided by mutual consent not to do so. But Romeo never refused his selection.”

march international break fixtures

Belgium U21

• European qualifier vs Austria on 27 March
• Friendly vs Netherlands on 30 March

belgium

• Friendly vs USA on 28 March
• Friendly vs Mexico on 1 April

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Tottenham Hotspur have not yet held concrete talks with Adi Hutter, despite reports to the contrary in the English media.

sky sport germany The report adds that despite being named as a potential replacement for Igor Tudor, Tottenham are yet to hold concrete talks with the 56-year-old.

The pressure is on Tudor at Tottenham after a 3‑0 defeat to relegation rivals Nottingham Forest on Sunday. That defeat left Spurs one point outside the relegation zone with seven games remaining.

Tottenham appointed Tudur as interim manager on 13 February^th To replace Thomas Frank, but he has struggled to prove the firepower the Spurs board had hoped for.

Pressure is increasing on Tudor

Instead, they have registered just one win from seven matches and zero wins in the Premier League. Tottenham have scored only one point in five league games under him. They remain the only team without a win in the league in 2026.

The pressure on the Croatian boss is now increasing. Following Sunday’s defeat, several reports suggested he could be sacked this international break. Roberto De Zerbi has emerged as a strong contender to replace him.

So, too, is Hooters. A report in England this week indicated that he is on the shortlist of immediate replacements that Spurs are considering.

The 56-year-old is, crucially, out of work and available. Some of those reports also stated that Tottenham had made contact to gauge interest. A report on the 19th had already stated that Tottenham were interested.

However, Sky Germany says otherwise. According to his information, no concrete talks have taken place between Adi Hutter and Tottenham yet.

Is Hooters the right fit?

The question is whether Adi Huter is the right choice for Tottenham after sacking Igor Tudor this international break.

He is a proven winner with five trophies to his name so far. He was also named Bundesliga Coach of the Year twice at Eintracht Frankfurt.

But, like Tudor, they have no Premier League experience and entering a high-pressure relegation battle with seven games remaining is a significant gamble.

His departure from AS Monaco also raises concerns and may give pause to Tottenham’s decision makers.

The appointment of Hutter would represent another left-field option at a time when many argue the club cannot afford to gamble further.

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Arsenal star Riccardo Calafiori has joked that he is closer to Italy manager Gennaro Gattuso at the moment than his mother.

tuttosport The Arsenal defender’s cover comments today amid Gattuso’s efforts to unify the Italy squad ahead of the international break.

The Azzurri need to make it two consecutive wins this break to book a place at this summer’s World Cup.

Gattuso’s side face Northern Ireland in a play-off semi-final on Thursday before a possible final against Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Gattuso’s efforts for unity

Gattuso is working hard to unite the team ahead of the crucial week. Which also includes organizing a dinner among the players recently.

their efforts have already been Praised by Newcastle star Sandro Tonali. Now Arsenal defender Calafiori has also shared his feelings.

“I really appreciated the coach’s behavior with us and with me,” He said.

“I’ve been closer to him in recent months than I have been to my mother. I’m shy and he was good at being there for me, at times when it was useful because I was playing less and less.

“That dinner with Gattuso was nice, just being there and talking. In the last few months we haven’t had much time to train, but the important thing is to be together.

“I think he paid the bill (laughs). It was an evening with friends, where we talked about football and other things. Buffon and Bonucci shared some anecdotes and experiences.”

Fitness and form at Arsenal

Riccardo Calafiori had doubts about his fitness and form in Italy, but wanted to dismiss them. Furthermore, the 23-year-old player revealed that with Arsenal’s matches fast approaching, the Gunners’ focus is on recovery.

“I’m fine, we’ll see how I perform on the pitch today, but I’m fine,” he said.

“In the Premier League, the most important training is the matches, especially for a team like ours that always plays twice a week. We train very little. I don’t know the statistics, but the impression is that there are few dead moments on the field.”

pressure in courage

The Arsenal defender also stressed that he and his Italy teammates will have to turn any fear into courage given the expectations of the fans.

“It all depends on how you look at this match,” He added.

“It’s a responsibility; when you wear this jersey, there are millions of people cheering for you. But I see it as an opportunity, a chance to go to the World Cup, which is something we’ve dreamed of since we were kids. I can’t wait to play.”

However, the reality for Italy is that the pressure continues. They have now qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 2014. This is undoubtedly a significant decline for a country which is a four-time champion.

Sweden and North Macedonia also suffered defeats in the play-offs due to their failure to qualify for the previous two editions. For this, there needs to be third time lucky, otherwise Gattuso and his team will be under the same pressure and scrutiny as before.

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Switzerland manager Murat Yakin says he will have to manage Sunderland star Granit Xhaka’s minutes during the March international break.

The midfielder suffered an ankle injury in January which kept him out of action for more than a month and during this time he missed five matches for the Premier League team.

Since regaining full fitness in February, he has made six appearances for Sunderland, including an FA Cup defeat to Port Vale.

Xhaka played the full 90 minutes [after the setback] The Black Cats followed up their league defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion and a 2-1 derby win over Newcastle United at the weekend.

The 33-year-old arrived at the Stadium of Light from Bayer Leverkusen in July 2025. At the end of last year, he said Sunderland boss Kirill Louis-Dreyfus reassured To join her club.

His decision to move to the Premier League team was successful as Regis Le Bris immediately gave him the armband and used it regularly. Below are his Premier League statistics

• Appearances: 27
• Start: 25
• Minutes: 2,273
• Minutes per game: 84

This reflects his importance to both Le Bris and the Premier League teams, while he also has a similar role in the national team. Yakin is happy that his captain has regained full fitness but wants to avoid any potential overload for Xhaka.

Manager happy with Xhaka’s return

blick Cover Murat Yakin comments on the fitness of Sunderland star Granit Xhaka. He stresses the need to respect the former Arsenal player’s body for upcoming fixtures.

“I’m in close contact with Granite. I’m not worried; he knows his body,” He said.

The coach wants to utilize him while he also wants to play for his country as much as possible.

Despite this, Yakin explained: “We will discuss how long he will play.”

The Sunderland player will see less game time in the next two matches compared to the World Cup qualifiers.

Yakin’s team for the March international break

Switzerland has to play two friendly matches against Germany [on Friday] and Norway on 31 March.

Murat Yakin’s full team for these two matches:

Goalkeepers: Gregor Kobel, Yvonne Mvogo, Marvin Keller

Defenders: Manuel Akanji, Aurelie Amanda, Ere Comart, Nico Alvedi, Luca Jacquez, Miro Muhim, Ricardo Rodriguez, Silvan Vidmar.

Midfielders: Michel Abischer, Remo Freuler, Arden Jashari, Johan Mzambi, Fabian Ryder, Vincent Siero, Djibril Sove, Granit Xhaka and Denis Zakaria

Forwards: Briel Embolo, Noah Okafor, Joel Monteiro, Dan Ndoye, Alvin Sanchez, Ruben Vargas

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Sweden manager Graham Potter says Tottenham Hotspur’s Dejan Kulusevski will visit the national team camp in Spain.

The attacking midfielder missed the last three international breaks with Sweden and is not in the squad for the upcoming fixtures.

That’s because the Tottenham star is on the sidelines until May 2025.

In fact, his last appearance was in Spurs’ league defeat to Crystal Palace at the end of the 2024/25 season.

The 25-year-old suffered a shock and successfully underwent surgery. This caused him to miss the north London club’s Europa League final victory over Manchester United last season.

Initial expectations were that Kulusevski would return in late 2025 but this did not happen. He has yet to recover and has not made a Premier League appearance since the original issue.

witness the game provided a timeline of his recovery process.

• On 1 October, John Dahl Tomasson, who was the national team manager at the time, Spurs attacker explained He is in “a different phase of his rehabilitation”. Later that month, Sweden dismissed him and appointed Potter as his successor.
• Former Chelsea on 20 November the manager pointed out Kulusevski could return “around the New Year.”
• A month later, Potter was confident His players returned for the March international break, but optimism vanished in February. the coach accepted “It will be tough to get back in March.”

Last week, Potter shared negative news about his current situation.

“Dejan is progressing but not as fast as we would like,” He said.

tottenham players in spain

express Report former Juventus man ‘Injury and rehabilitation are a mystery’Without giving any further explanation.

The national team is in Valencia for a World Cup qualifier against Ukraine this weekend. The Spurs man is also in Spain, and Potter has confirmed he will visit his compatriots.

“He is in Spain and I think he will come here with us during the week,” He said.

evening paper Additional quotes have been released from the former West Ham United manager regarding Dejan Kulusevski.

“Dejan is in Spain so I think he will come here and meet us. It will be good to see him. At the stage he is at in his rehabilitation, it is fine for him.” Potter explained.

“For others it is more difficult because they are in the phase of their rehabilitation where it means it is more difficult to be on the pitch. But Dejan will come and it will be fantastic.”

Expressen and Aftonbladet did not clarify why he traveled to Spain in the first place. Chances are he’s trying to train in some warm weather, or at least warmer weather.

Sweden’s team and schedule for March

• World Cup qualifier vs Ukraine, March 27 in Valencia

Graham Potter’s entire team

goalkeeper: Christopher Nordfelt, Melker Aalborg, Noel Törnqvist

defenders: Victor Lindelof, Isak Hien, Gabriel Gudmundsson, Carl Starfelt, Daniel Svensson, Gustaf Lagerbijk, Herman Johansson

midfielder: Mattias Svanberg, Jesper Carlström, Yassine Ayari, Hugo Larsson, Lucas Bergvall, Besfort Zanelli, Gustav Lundgren, Williet Svedberg, Eric Smith, Elliot Stroud

Ahead: Victor Gyökeres, Anthony Elanga, Gustaf Nilsson, Benjamin Nygren, Rooney Bardaghji, Taha Ali

🇵🇹 Exclusive: Maxi Araújo

⏩Tottenham and Chelsea are in contact
➡️ Source gave information @UllalIBT
➡️There is also further Premier League interesthttps://t.co/K17lRpjlUG #thfc #cfc

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 22 March 2026

Norway manager Stel Solbakken has revealed that Manchester City’s Erling Haaland will not be part of his team against the Netherlands.

The national team has qualified for the World Cup and has two friendly matches against Oranje and Switzerland in the current international break.

Norway face the Netherlands at the Johan Cruijff Arena on Friday and the Manchester City star will not be considered.

Solbakken wants to rest the striker and have him back in the team against Switzerland on March 30. The decision has been taken to manage his workload, following an extensive season with Pep Guardiola’s team.

The 25-year-old, who is leading the Premier League team’s attack, has played 3,418 minutes in 43 matches, scoring 30 goals and providing seven assists. He played the full 90 minutes of his team’s 2–0 EFL Cup Final win over Arsenal at Wembley on Sunday.

Haaland missed Manchester City’s win over Leeds United last month. This is the only league match he has not played this season and below are some of his league statistics.

Special treatment for Manchester City players

tv2 Met Solbakken in Norway, who explained the importance of managing a frontman’s workload.

“We have taken into account the total stress Erling has been under over a long period of time and have concluded that the best solution for all parties is for him to now take a much-needed break.” He said.

“Our conclusion is that it is best for Erling to be involved in one of the matches of this gathering, and then we think it would be good if he can show himself in front of the Ulleval crowd against Switzerland.”

Norway return to Oslo on Saturday and that’s when Erling Haaland will join the team. The national team boss admits to giving his star special treatment.

“It’s special behaviour. Certainly because of what Erling has done on and off the field. There’s a lot of pressure on him, and for me it’s by far the most important thing he does at the World Cup in June.” Solbakkan explained.

Beneficial for Guardiola’s team

Solbakken’s decision with Erling Haaland could help the Citizens in their efforts to win two more domestic competitions this season.

Manchester City are second and nine points behind leaders Arsenal with a game in hand. In the FA Cup, Guardiola’s side will face Liverpool in the quarter-finals at the Etihad on 4 April.

The Norway international could take advantage of this week’s rest to recharge himself ahead of Manchester City’s upcoming fixtures at the end of the season.

Last month, Sports Witness broadcast news That Norwegian from Spain is an alternative to Barcelona.

His contract runs until 2034 and that puts the English club in a comfortable position to retain him. transfer market He is worth €200 million.

🇮🇹Wesley | The pieces of Manchester City are falling into place

➡️ There will be suspicion that Roma are selling the building
🔵 The Brazilian can adapt to Pep’s system
📈 Salary inducement is a good angle #mcfc https://t.co/XhWt1Z2Gig

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 5 March 2026

Verona head coach Michel Sanchez has said he feels ready to manage Manchester City, directly addressing the growing uncertainty over Pep Guardiola’s long-term future.

“I feel ready” – Mitchell opens door to Manchester City role

Speaking at La Otra Grada via Estadio Deportivo, Michel made it clear he would not hesitate to replace Guardiola at the Etihad.

“I see myself ready. I feel ready to coach any team.” He said. However, he insisted on any move “Always depends on the clubs.”

City Football Group links strengthen Mitchell’s case

Michel’s rise to power at Verona has become one of the most fascinating managerial stories in European football.

He guided Verona to promotion, stabilized them in La Liga, and even made an unexpected push towards the Champions League places. Those achievements did not go unnoticed in the City football group structure.

With Guardiola’s future regularly being questioned, especially after Manchester City’s latest Champions League exit, the Etihad bench may soon need a successor.

Mitchell’s familiarity with CFG’s structure, style and expectations would make him a natural choice moving forward.

interesting thing Michelle spoke this week On how he is working to get the best from City’s young player Claudio Echeverri.

Why does Mitchell fit into Manchester City’s coaching model?

Beyond results on the field, Mitchell was keen to highlight his people-first management style. This is a quality that Manchester City values ​​highly.

Each season, he gives his players the same message: “Let’s stick together this year.”

He emphasizes human management, culture and performance over ego. He also stressed that he has “no magic wand” but relies on connections and clarity.

Mitchell also revealed he is preparing for a move abroad, joking about improving his English and insisting he is ready for the demands of the Premier League.

Guardiola uncertainty keeps succession questions alive

Michel Sanchez also discussed the Real Madrid job, supporting Raul as a future candidate. But his most telling comments were about his own readiness to step up.

After turning around Verona and proving he can perform well under pressure, the Spaniard now sees himself as a coach capable of leading a European giant.

With Pep Guardiola’s future increasingly a topic of discussion, Mitchell’s comments ensure his name will remain firmly in the Manchester City conversation as the summer approaches.

🇮🇹 Maximo Perron | 30% of Manchester City are looking more intelligent as interest grows https://t.co/MkbPy5uugq #mcfc

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 19 March 2026

Switzerland manager Murat Yakin has confirmed that Leeds United’s Noah Okafor will miss the March international break through injury.

The winger last featured in Leeds United’s FA Cup win over Birmingham City on 15 February. Since then he has been out of the team due to a hamstring injury.

Okafor recently returned to training, but a new hip problem forced him out of the league draw against Crystal Palace at the weekend.

This setback has come as a huge blow to him as it has further delayed his return to the national team.

Okafor has not represented his country since arriving at Elland Road from AC Milan in August 2025. In fact, he had made an appearance since June 2024, and that was in November of that year.

Timeline of the NT saga of Leeds United players

It’s important to provide background on why Murat Yakin repeatedly ignored Noah Okafor and what changed in recent weeks.

white man’s living together attitude Switzerland considered doubtful for Euro 2024. Last October, Sports Witness Covered Claims The manager was bitter at the Euros and did not want Okafor to remain in the team.

Yakin dropped him from the team again in November, resulting in a public outburst from the 25-year-old. He accused the national team boss and his director Pierluigi Tammi of not communicating with him.

At the end of that month, Tami urged Okafor needs to be “polite,” while Yakin said in January that the door is always open to him.

In February, Yakin, Tammy and Swiss FA media officer Adrian Arnold all traveled to the UK. The trio watched Okafor in live action against Nottingham Forest and chatted with him.

Tami said There were “honest, frank and constructive talks” between the parties. This led to suggestions that he could return to the team for the upcoming international break.

Switzerland’s comeback derailed by injury

Switzerland face Germany and Norway in the coming weeks and Yakin announced his squad this morning.

Okafor missed the game due to injury and the manager spoke with him to learn more about his condition. 9.f Has released his comments.

“I had planned to include him in the team, unfortunately he is now injured. He is making good progress, we are in touch. We also spoke to him on the phone recently about staying focused.” He said.

This suggests that although Okafor is not ready for Switzerland, he should be available for Leeds United soon.

Okafor’s numbers with Leeds United

With a contract until 2029, transfer market He is valued at €18 million, and has increased by €5 million since joining Farke’s side.

Below are his statistics from the Premier League so far

🇷🇺Eduard Spertsyan | The player talks about Leeds United and Southampton

➡️ It was a pleasure working with Daniel Farke
✅thinks #SAFC failure can be for the best
❌ Agent not found now
➡️ Still wants to walk
…complex doesn’t cover it enough 👇https://t.co/D8tR995xI2

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 4 March 2026

Tottenham Hotspur turn to Igor Tudor in urgent circumstances following Thomas Frank’s sackingAsked the Croatian to stabilize the club and keep them out of danger of relegation until the end of the season. However, the task is proving to be more difficult than initially expected.

The results have not provided the clarity Spurs needed. The late draw at Anfield offered a rare positive moment, especially given the context and opposition. After this, at least the victory over Atletico Madrid in the match gives hope.

Still, it’s not enough to change the broader mood around the club. there is such a feeling the displays are delicateAnd the team is still looking for stability at both ends of the pitch.

That uncertainty is now visible on the pitch as well. Tudor’s position, initially designed as a short-term solution, is becoming increasingly fragile. the noise is increasing There is a complete lack of confidence within both sections of the fanbase and the club’s hierarchy.

Although no final decision has been made, it looks like Tottenham are already preparing for a number of scenarios.

Planning for next season

With this in mind, Spurs have begun to gather information on potential managerial options ahead of the summer. according to Rudy GalettiAdi Hutter is one of the names under consideration and initial contact has been made.

The Austrian coach, who most recently managed AS Monaco, has built a reputation for structured, high-intensity football. His teams often press aggressively and look for quick transitions, something that may appeal to Tottenham given their current need for identity and direction.

The important thing is that this is not being seen as a reactionary step. Instead, it reflects a broader internal process. Tottenham are assessing whether to stay with the Tudors beyond this season or part ways completely after the campaign ends. Huter is being evaluated in that context rather than as an immediate replacement.

Profile suggests familiar approach for Spurs

Hutter’s profile would not represent a complete stylistic reset. In many ways, his approach shares similarities with Ange Postecoglou, who preceded Thomas Frank and helped shape expectations around active football at Tottenham.

The Austrian favors aggressive pressing, vertical transitions and attacking freedom. This often leads to high-tempo matches and strong attacking output. At Eintracht Frankfurt, for example, his forward line thrived in open play, while at Monaco he quickly assembled a team capable of finishing second in Ligue 1 in 2023–24.

They also have a track record of developing players and improving offensive numbers without relying on elite-level squads. This could suit Tottenham, especially given their need to extract more from existing options rather than rely solely on big spending.

However, there are trade-offs. Huerter’s teams can be exposed defensively, especially when the press is broken. Furthermore, consistency has been an issue at times throughout the season. His time at Borussia Mönchengladbach showed how quickly momentum can change when results drop.

In short, this is a trainer who brings intensity and identity as well as a certain amount of risk. This balance could appeal to Spurs if they decide rediscovering that attacking edge is a priority.

What’s next for Spurs and Tudor?

For now, Tudor remains in charge and is focused on the immediate objective – keeping Tottenham out of serious trouble. That short-term mission still defines his tenure.

However, planning for the future is clearly underway. Spurs are not waiting for the season to end to plot their next move. As a result, names like Hutter joining the talks suggests the club is already shaping its next managerial cycle.

A lot will depend on the results in the coming weeks. If performance stabilizes, Tudor could still strengthen its case. If not, Tottenham’s early groundwork could hasten a decisive turnaround once the season ends.

🇩🇪 Fisnik Aslani | Tottenham and Chelsea come together to sign Kosovo’s ‘shooting star’

📈 23 year old on the rise
🧠Have shown mental flexibility
🇽🇰Choose Kosovo instead of Germany https://t.co/gzoRT3yDup #thfc #Happiness #cfc

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 18 March 2026

Tottenham Hotspur’s Joao Palinha established himself in the Premier League during his standout displays at Fulham, Where he became one of the competition’s most reliable defensive midfielders.

The Portuguese international arrived from Sporting in 2022 and quickly became a cornerstone of Marco Silva’s team. Over two seasons, he made approximately 80 appearances and scored eight goals. Yet his real impact came through his defensive output.

Palhinha led the Premier League for tackles in both the 2022/23 and 2023/24 campaigns. He recorded 147 in his first season and followed that up with 152 the following year. Few midfielders could match that level of consistency.

In addition, he regularly contributed nearly two interceptions per game and ranked among the league’s most active players for ball recoveries.

These numbers help to explain why Fulham were able to compete so effectively in midfield. They also provide a reference to a player who adapted quickly to the demands of English football.

Fulham’s success is no accident

That effect did not happen automatically. The Tottenham player is clear that Marco Silva played a central role in leading to those performances.

“He was very important to me. He helped me a lot from day one,” He said During the Jogo Pelo Jogo Podcast in Portugal.

Tottenham players repeatedly point to Silva’s communication and clarity as decisive factors. From the beginning he seemed to understand what was required.

“He always gave me confidence and explained clearly what he wanted from me.”

That confidence translated into consistency on the pitch. Palhinha highlights how clarity from the bench simplifies decision-making during the game.

“When you have that clarity, everything becomes easier on the pitch.”

There is also a deep sense of personal connection in the way he talks about the Fulham manager. This relationship extended beyond tactical instructions and helped him settle quickly into a new league.

Other managers and influence

João Palinha’s development has also been shaped by several other coaches, particularly during his time in Portugal.

He singled out Ruben Amorim as another major influence. The midfielder praises both his communication and his ability to manage players.

“His communication was top-notch. He’s a very quality coach.”

He also leaves no doubt about Amorim’s future prospects. “I’m sure he’ll be successful anywhere”He said.

Elsewhere, Palhinha has made reference to his experiences under Thomas Tuchel and Vincent Kompany. His comments there are wide-ranging, focusing on the adoption of various strategic ideas and demands.

“Each coach has different demands, and you need to adapt.”

José Mourinho is mentioned more briefly, mainly in relation to media exposure rather than daily coaching work.

Our opinion: Tottenham chant is good, but not inspiring

It is worth noting that Joao Palinha does not mention former Spurs manager Thomas Frank in these reflections. That says a lot about their North London spell so far, especially under the Danish coach.

Even though he is a regular starter when available, the Portuguese midfielder still cannot compare his current form to the form he showed at Fulham.

These comments provide useful information about the conditions that previously allowed Palhinha to perform at his best.

His time at Craven Cottage showed how effective he could be when he felt trusted and clearly directed. Replicating those elements could be vital if Spurs want to see the same level of consistency in north London.

Former Anderlecht manager Besnik Hasi has revealed he strongly opposed the club’s decision to sign Yasin Ozcan last summer – now he believes the move reflects deeper problems behind the scenes.

In an interview with Het Laste Nieuws, Later reported by Voetbal BelgiëThe former Anderlecht boss did not back down.

Anderlecht sacked Hassi in early January, ending a second difficult spell in charge. This was followed by a period of approximately 11 months of poor performance, with Anderlecht collecting only five points from seven league games.

Conflict with Oliver Renard over recruitment policy

Tension was rising behind the scenes, particularly between Hussey and director of football Olivier Renard.

Renard prioritized signing young foreign players, with an eye on maximizing future transfer profits.

Hussey instead emphasized experience, favoring academy options and proven signings over long-term projects. This was especially true in central defense after Jan Vertonghen retired last summer.

Why did Hasi oppose the signing of Yasin Ozcan?

Despite those concerns, Renard opted to recruit youngsters Mihajlo Ilic and Yasin Ozcan. Ozcan arrived from Aston Villa, but Hasi made it clear he never supported the move

Hassi argued that the team lacked leadership, saying: “Personality and quality – that’s what Anderlecht needed.”

“A leader, because our defense was young after Jan Vertonghen retired. And then you finally bring in Mihajlo Ilic and Yasin Ozcan? Two boys who still need to train. I was not in favor of that, no.

When challenged on Izcan’s Premier League background, Hasi rejected the claim: “He didn’t come from Aston Villa. He came from Kasimpasa. He didn’t play a single second for Villa.”

What happened to Yasin Ozcan after Anderlecht?

Although Hasani’s comments may seem a bit harsh, he may have a point considering what happened to Ozcan this season.

He headed to Belgium in the summer but struggled to settle or impress Hassani. There were also reports that he was struggling with language difficulties.

As a result, Aston Villa recalled him in late January. But instead of keeping him at Villa Park, they immediately sent him on loan to Besiktas. That deal includes a buyout obligation at the end of the season.

He was part of the big conversation that took Tammy Abraham to Aston Villa. Villa’s willingness to include him in that deal arguably underlines how limited his value was, and lends credence to Hasi’s criticism.

Chelsea and Newcastle United have now joined the race for FC Koln’s Said El-Mala ahead of the summer transfer window.

This is according to the kicker. The German newspaper today covers the 19-year-old and a possible exit in the summer.

According to their information, the ‘breakout star’ of the current Bundesliga season has decided to change his inner circle.

His parents, Sabrina and Mohammed, now represent him, ending their long-standing partnership with their previous agents.

He was represented by an agent from the Cologne area. That agent also represents his older brother, Malek El Mala. He currently plays for Köln’s U21 team.

agent change

Saeed is ‘redirecting’ his career ahead of the summer. It is also not uncommon in Germany to receive advice from family members. And they know there is Premier League interest in the winger.

Brighton & Hove Albion have been chasing him since last summer. The Seagulls have also presented various concrete proposals.

In fact, A report last month said That they are taking the initiative to try to reach a compromise. They want face-to-face talks on the transfer agreement.

A report from three days ago It was then said that El Mala’s asking price is now €50m. However, it was believed that Brighton had a double advantage over any competition.

Chelsea and Newcastle effort

Now that competition will likely include Chelsea and Newcastle. According to Kicker’s information, they are making ‘strong bids’ for both wingers. The nature of these bids has not been made clear, but they are putting them forward anyhow.

Chelsea’s interest is not surprising given their continued determination to sign every young player the Blues have led.

Newcastle are a bit more of a surprise as they have plenty of options on either wing at the moment. However, reports have linked the likes of Anthony Gordon with a summer exit, so perhaps El-Mala could be a long-term replacement for him.

Given that Transfermarkt is currently valued at €40 million, an asking price of €50 million may also not be out of the realm of plausibility.

Ronald Koeman is closely following West Ham United’s Crescencio Somerville.

ESPN NL’s Goedemorgen Eredivisie had the Netherlands coach as a guest on Sunday football news The West Ham star has released his comments.

The winger has performed well so far this calendar year. To put this in context, he scored seven goals and provided two assists for Nuno Espirito Santo’s team in 2026.

This included a winner against Fulham and a goal in West Ham’s 2–1 league win over Tottenham Hotspur in January.

Last month, Sports Witness Dutch media covered He is being pressurized to call from Netherlands.

Somerville’s debut is yet to come

The West Ham star has played for the Netherlands at various youth levels but has yet to represent their senior team. The 24-year-old player is still waiting for his first call.

Koeman has now confirmed that the former Leeds United star is on his radar.

“Our biggest competition is often in midfield and defence, but in attack, it is a little less. He plays in the Premier League and is important at West Ham United. He can play on the right and on the left. We are keeping a close eye on that.” He said.

“He’s also very clever at maintaining possession and has a high level of efficiency in his game. That’s what you’re looking for. He’s used to playing with full intensity both forward and at the back.”

West Ham player may get a call soon

Somerville is also eligible to represent Suriname on the international stage. Their manager Henk ten Cate has convinced Leeds United’s Joel Pirro to choose Suriname over the Netherlands.

Last month, Sports Witness broadcast news That Ten Cate or Koeman have not yet called the West Ham player.

This may soon change before the upcoming international break. Asked whether he could include Somerville in the next squad, Koeman said: “It’s a possibility, yes.”

However, the former Everton boss did not call for him to stop representing Suriname.

“I don’t think you should select a player to overtake Suriname. A player has to be in the picture, and when he is ready, you should call him up,” He added.

Oranje are in danger of missing out on Somerville

The Netherlands have to play two friendly matches against Norway and Ecuador in the next international break.

Koeman will have to make sure that he selects the attacker so that the national team does not miss a talented player in the long run.

If not, it leaves the door open for Ten Kate to convince Somerville to choose Suriname.

In the January transfer window, Napoli’s interest in Wolves star Joao Gomes was quite clear.

The Italian side reached an agreement on personal terms with the player and his entourage. it was covered extensively sports witnessA summer move is being considered by the Partenopei.

Any deal in winter was always going to be complicated. Wolves had given up hope of remaining in the Premier League and had limited time to find a replacement.

It is believed that Rob Edwards’ side will need €40m to convince a summer sale. Napoli were not going to give up that amount of money in the middle of the season and saw him as a summer target.

More background on the potential deal is now emerging. Today’s Il Matino takes a closer look at Brazil.

Gomes’ Wolves contract is causing concern

Naples-based newspaper – via arianapoliExplain that Antonio Conte was desperate for the midfielder in January. Napoli faced a midfield injury crisis and looked to the 25-year-old as a solution to the problem.

The Italian giants’ interest in the player remains ‘very strong’ even on a summer deal. The midfielder is being closely monitored by Napoli, with sporting director Giovanni Manna showing a keen interest.

Gomes’ contract at Wolves is likely to present a challenge. It will run until 2030, which could lead to increased demand from AdWords for a potential sale in the summer. It could also attract other suitors and dash Napoli’s hopes.

Furthermore, Gomes would enjoy non-EU status in the current Napoli team. They signed two Brazilians in Alison Santos and Gioven in January.

Our take on Wolves’ Joao Gomes to Napoli

Signing the midfielder would be a classic Napoli deal. The Partenopei have sniffed out opportunistic Premier League deals for the likes of Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa, David Gilmour and Scott McTominay over the past few seasons. All of them have performed well.

Gomes could be similar and Wolves’ potential demotion could also help.

In such a situation, competition from other clubs could be harmful for Napoli. When it came to Zambo Anguilla, Gilmour and McTominay, the line up of contenders was much less frightening. It would be no surprise if Gomes is of interest to Atletico Madrid and Manchester United in the summer, as there have already been links.

Financially, Napoli will struggle to compete with those two clubs.

Chiquinho revealed that Wolverhampton Wanderers were not in favor of his move to Sporting in 2024.

Saturday edition of record has published an interview with the FC Alverca player, who talks about his time at Molineux.

Wolves signed the winger from Estoril Praia in January 2022 for a reported fee of £2.9m excluding bonuses.

He played 203 minutes in eight Premier League matches in the second half of the 2021/22 season and provided three assists.

The Record asked the 26-year-old how his move to Wolves shaped up. Responding to that he said: “In January [2022]I had a game against FC Porto. We were winning 2-0, but for them it ended 3-2. I felt I could give more and the next day I found out about the conversation.

“Three days later, I was being called up for a Premier League game. I spent most of the game watching in the stands!”

conflict over wolves

The Portuguese player suffered a serious injury in a pre-season friendly match in July 2022, which kept him sidelined for almost a year. This meant he had to miss the 2022/23 season.

After regaining full fitness, Chiquinho was unable to find a place in the Premier League team, sending him on a season-long loan deal to Stoke City in July 2023. Wolves recalled him after playing just four times for the Potters.

However, he had no place at Molineux as the English club immediately sent him on loan again to Famalicão in September 2023. Wolves had him spend last season on loan at RCD Mallorca and before that, Sporting wanted to sign him.

Sporting wanted Chiquinho

In July 2024, Sport Witness news broadcast from portugal Lions’ interest in the attacker. Gary O’Neill was Wolves manager at the time and included Chiquinho in his pre-season squad.

Record were curious to know why he arrived at Mallorca instead of the Portuguese club. While answering this, he openly explained why his move towards sporting did not take place.

“Sporting, Mallorca, several clubs were interested,” Chiquinho explained.

“I was having a good pre-season but the manager didn’t want to let me go, saying I would be an important player. But it got to a point where neither I nor Wolverhampton agreed.

“I came to Mallorca in the last days of the transfer window and, because my mind was a little more here than here, I decided to go.”

Our take: Wolves mistake halted Sporting move

Chiquinho’s contract at Wolves expired at the end of the previous season and he was left as a free agent. This allowed Alvarca to sign for free in July 2025.

The Premier League team could perhaps earn a fee through its sale to Sporting in the summer of 2024.

However, their decision not to let him join the Primeira Liga team now feels like a mistake. The move could have benefited all parties, or at least Wolves and the player.

Crystal Palace midfielder Matheus França is approaching the final stages of his unsuccessful loan spell at Vasco da Gama. Brazilian media suggest that the next three months could be the last chance for either party to understand the move.

The 21-year-old joined the Rio club on loan until June in search of minutes and confidence after a difficult spell in England. However, his time spent in Brazil has had little impact on the pitch so far. França has played 21 matches for Vasco and is yet to register a goal or assist, and The fans wanted him gone.

The lack of impact became so noticeable that Vasco even considered terminating the loan early at one stage. brazilian report indicated that this possibility had been discussed internally after França lost his place in the team and struggled to influence matches.

In recent weeks, he had become a peripheral figure in the team, sometimes remaining on the bench when former manager Fernando Diniz rotated the starting eleven.

Renato Gaucho Connection

That situation has now taken an unexpected turn with the arrival of Renato Gacho as Vasco’s new manager, following the dismissal of Fernando Diniz.

According to Brazilian outlet RTI gameThe appointment of the coach could provide Franca with one last opportunity to rediscover his best football before the loan expires.

Renato already knows the player well from his time spent with him at Flamengo, where the midfielder first started to get closer to the senior team.

França made his professional debut in early 2021. However, during Renato Gacho’s spell the following season he began to spend more consistent time training with the first team.

He was only 17 years old at the time and had gone through a successful youth cycle that included Brazilian U17 titles.

last month to change the story

That development paved the way for Franca to have a breakout year in 2022. He finished the season with 23 appearances and six goals for Flamengo, performances which ultimately Crystal Palace persuaded to invest €20m (£17m) In attacking midfielder.

The move to England never progressed fully. Injuries limited his continuity and Palace sanctioned Vasco on loan in an attempt to rebuild rhythm and confidence in Brazil.

However, so far this plan has not worked. França’s output has been minimal, and his role in the team has fluctuated throughout the season.

With Renato Gaucho now in charge and only a few months remaining on the loan, the Brazilian media see this situation as the last window for the player to turn things around.

If that doesn’t happen soon, França is expected to return to Crystal Palace in June with the same doubts that surrounded him when the loan began.

on thursday, sports witness Tuttomercatoweb’s claims about Newcastle United and Aston Villa’s interest in Como’s Jacobo Ramon covered.

Both Premier League teams are said to be monitoring the young defender, who is arguably one of the best in his position in Serie A.

He joined Real Madrid in the summer and it didn’t take him long to adapt to the Italian game. Under Cesc Fabregas, he has impressed with his ball-playing ability and recovery speed.

Interest from Newcastle United and Aston Villa attracted attention and Fàbregas was asked about Ramon’s future. He appeared to be firm on his stance, expressing a positive opinion of the Spaniard.

Newcastle and Aston Villa may have no chance

The questioning came during Como’s pre-game press conference ahead of the match against Cagliari. Fabregas made it clear that Ramon is not going anywhere and will remain at the club after this season.

Ex-Arsenal player says interest doesn’t surprise him – via tutomercatoweb: : “He [interest] I am not surprised. He was a perfect fit for our game. The only doubt we had was whether he could compete in Italian football, how he would adapt to a game like his, which is so competitive. “He has raised his level a lot, but he doesn’t surprise me with the ball.”

Fabregas also seemed surprised by Ramon’s progress and gave insight into his future.

“I knew he was that type of player, but there are some players who surprise you a little bit in some contexts. But this is different; there are some players who are made of different things. Will he be there next year? Yes.”

The same report praises the ex-Los Blancos talent but also cautions against adding Real Madrid to the race. This is because Ramon has a buyback clause in his contract and this is likely to cause problems for many suitors.

Analysis: Players’ enthusiasm outweighs actual transfer

Considering the 21-year-old’s qualities, he would be a good signing for any club – and that includes Newcastle United or Aston Villa.

But knowing Como, ideally they would keep him around for longer. They did it for Nico Paz and Assane Diao and they should do the same for Martin Baturina. Unlike other Serie A teams, they do not lack finances and this helps them to have a strong position in the market.

Furthermore, mentioning English clubs is also an excellent way to establish the market value of their players. He has done this for all the above mentioned players. Looks like they’re working with Ramon again.

Wolves have now been directly mentioned by Colombia manager Nestor Lorenzo when discussing John Arias’ recent career path.

talking to AS ColombiaLorenzo openly suggested that the winger’s situation at Molineux has limited his opportunities to show his best level.

Lorenzo explained to him Arias’ advance towards Palmyras He offers something he didn’t have in England: continuity.

“Arias was not playing at Wolves and he has gone to Palmeiras to play, to maintain continuity, to be happy. We brought him from Brazil to the national team and now he has returned to Brazil. This means he can achieve his best level and be with us in the best possible way.”

After this, Colombia’s coach single-handedly escalated the argument by minutes.

“I loved it when he got the chance to test himself in the Premier League, but it’s not just about playing in the Premier League. It’s about the context in which you find yourself – the team, your teammates, the manager, the conditions, the adaptation. All of that meant it was probably convenient for him to return to Brazil. Hopefully it will be great for him, because he is an excellent player and person.”

Those comments place a clear emphasis on environment rather than capacity.

What does this mean for wolves

Arias’ time at Wolves never fully settled. He arrived with expectations but struggled to secure consistent opportunities. Lorenzo’s comments suggest that the issue was structural rather than technical.

From the wolves’ perspective, this is uncomfortable territory. The Premier League badge alone was not enough. According to Colombia’s manager, the wide setup was not aligned for the winger.

Now at Palmeiras, Arias is playing regularly working in a leading position. If he rediscovers consistency and confidence, attention will inevitably return to how his Molineux spell was managed.

For the Wolves, the story could turn on whether Arias was good enough and whether the context ever allowed him to prove it.

Earlier this month, Tottenham Hotspur appointed Igor Tudor as their new manager after parting ways with Thomas Frank.

Tottenham have endured a difficult campaign, winning seven of their 27 league matches and now sit 16th in the table. At the weekend, Tudor took charge of Spurs’ home defeat to Arsenal in the North London derby.

The Croatian will only be in charge until the end of this season and Tottenham will then have to look for a permanent manager. John Heitinga wanted to take over from frankBut Spurs did not trust him.

image There is a report on the possibility of Borussia Dortmund manager Niko Kovac joining the Premier League team.

Earlier this week, BVB’s Champions League campaign ended with a 4-1 defeat to Atalanta. The newspaper focuses on what the defeat means for the Bundesliga side and mentions Tottenham as an option for Kovac.

Niko Kovac criticized after CL exit

Borussia Dortmund will miss out on €11m from UEFA after being knocked out of the Champions League.

Whereas, this could slow down Nico Schlotterbach’s renewal talks ‘Criticism of coach Niko Kovac can have unexpected consequences’. This suggests that the 54-year-old may be encouraged to look towards the door.

The manager faced criticism for his decisions following the defeat to La Dea. He started Emre Can, who returned from injury, and did not replace Ramy Bensebaini. The latter failed to make an impact against Atalanta.

Despite the criticism, the outlet says Niko Kovac is getting the best out of the team he has. Therefore, BVB wants to retain him at least until his contract expires in 2027.

Strong interest from Tottenham

Also he is attracting ‘strong interest’ From other clubs. Bild claim that Tottenham, Manchester United and Chelsea have all expressed interest and made contact during the season.

Therefore, the report says ‘There is a demand for a coach’ In England, where Spurs and two other clubs have already expressed their interest.

Niko Kovac, for his part, could see himself moving to England, which should make Tottenham and others happy.

For now, the manager wants to remain focused on his work at Borussia Dortmund until the end of the season.

Zane Sellar has not performed well since his swap from FC Lugano for QPR in July 2024.

The striker scored two goals in 1,210 minutes in 22 appearances in his first season at QPR.

Last summer, the Championship club allowed the 26-year-old to move on a season-long loan to Fortuna Düsseldorf.

Thursday edition of rhenish post It is said that there was excitement about the arrival of the seller in August 2025, but that ‘Never lived up to expectations’

Compared to last season, QPR’s player ownership situation has gone from bad to worse. He has played 330 minutes in 13 matches and has failed to score or contribute an assist this season.

Last month, Sports Witness Covered claims from Germany Fortuna Düsseldorf have approached Julian Steffen’s side in a bid to ease his loan move in the winter market. However, QPR rejected his request, with the hope of improving his valuation in the second half of the season.

Why might QPR’s decision backfire?

The London club’s decision not to accept the second division club’s request did not go down well.

To put it into context, the Slovenia international has played 15 minutes in three matches this calendar year.

Rhenish Post claims QPR have the man ‘Definitely out of the picture’.

Fortuna Düsseldorf started the season with Daniel Thioune as their manager and replaced him with Markus Anfang in October.

Sellars has made three starts so far and all under Thioune in the first three matches of this season.

Since Anfang took over, he has played 134 minutes in nine matches, 25 of which have been since December.

Why can’t sellers get minutes?

The Slovenian is not getting regular minutes as Cedric Itten is first choice for Anfang. He has contributed 10 goals and two assists, making it difficult for Sellers to start matches.

Furthermore, the QPR striker hardly showed anything even when given a few minutes.

The newspaper says: ‘Selar has had little impact under Anfang’s management, which is why he is now sidelined altogether or, if he plays at all, is only brought on for the last few minutes.’

The player will return to QPR after this season and will have to decide his future in the summer.

Raul Jimenez has enjoyed good form with Fulham over the past two months.

The Mexico international has scored six goals and provided one assist in his last 11 Premier League matches for Fulham.

This included winners against both Nottingham Forest and West Ham United and Fulham’s 3-1 win over Sunderland at the weekend.

According to these results, Marco Silva’s side are 10th in the table, 12 points ahead of 18th-placed West Ham and three points behind seventh-placed Brentford.

Jimenez has been one of Fulham’s key men and his recent performances have caused a stir in Mexico. This is mainly due to the World Cup taking place this summer, with some matches being held in the country.

During the 2022 World Cup, El Tri exited after the group stage, and Jiménez made three substitute appearances.

Why does Mexico want Fulham’s early release?

The striker has also performed brilliantly for the national team in recent years and has scored 11 goals in his last 17 matches. There will be expectations from him for good performance in the FIFA tournament.

half time And Opinion Both report that the national team want Fulham to release him before the end of the season.

The Premier League team will face Newcastle United in its final match on May 24. The outlet says FIFA rules state players called up for the World Cup must take at least a week off.

If Jimenez makes his way into Silva’s squad against Newcastle United, he will miss the friendly against Australia on 30 May. In other words, the frontman will only be eligible to take part in the final friendly match against Serbia.

Therefore, Medio Tiempo and La Opinion State Mexico manager Javier Aguirre will travel to England for talks with Fulham. The trip to London will be a bid to convince Silva’s side to release Jimenez before the end of this season.

Opinion Status: ‘The Mexican national team coach plans for Jimenez to participate in at least Mexico’s last three friendly matches against Ghana, Australia and Serbia on May 22 and 30, as well as June 4.’

There is no mention of the 34-year-old’s stance in both the reports.

His contract expires in June and it is unclear whether he will remain with the English club. Two months ago, Jimenez expressed his desire To return to his former team, Club America.

Arsenal striker Victor Gyckeres received public support from Sweden manager Graham Potter after his Derby heroics against tottenhamBut the national boss made it clear he will not be asking for any favors from Mikel Arteta.

Gyöckeres scored twice in Arsenal’s 4–1 win over Tottenham, further cementing his role in a team that has competed on four fronts this season. Talking to Swedish outlet sportbladetPotter praised the 27-year-old’s character and impact.

“It was great for him. I think it highlights his character and personality. From my point of view, there’s no doubt about Victor. He’s a top player, a top person.” The potter said.

The Arsenal forward has faced criticism this season. However, Potter insisted that he never doubted her.

“I think he has contributed to where Arsenal are as a team in all four competitions, but every player goes through periods sometimes where they get a bit of criticism. It’s part of the job.”

Why would no requests be made to Mikel Arteta?

With Sweden facing an important match against Ukraine in March, fitness is a concern. Dejan Kulusevski is expected to miss camp, while Alexander Isak and Lucas Bergvall are also dealing with injuries.

A natural question arose from that context: would Potter ask Arteta to manage Gyöckeres’ Arsenal minutes more carefully? The answer was blunt.

“If I’m honest I don’t think he’ll be particularly interested in what I have to say and I don’t blame him. I think he’s got a lot to think about.”

In other words, Potter understands Arsenal’s priorities. Even if the Spanish manager Was blamed by the Swedish press Having previously made up for Gyöckeres’ slow start, Arteta is now fighting on multiple fronts, and the striker is at the heart of those ambitions.

How it looks from Arsenal’s perspective

Potter’s comments dispel any suggestion of outside pressure regarding Gyöckeres’ workload. The Sweden manager acknowledges the club-over-country dynamics at this stage of the season.

Furthermore, the praise reinforces Gyökeres’ position. Despite criticism early in the campaign, both club and country continue to have confidence in him.

If Arsenal continue to perform well in domestic and European competitions, rotation will be inevitable. Nevertheless, Potter’s stance makes it clear that any decision on Gyöckeres’ minutes will be entirely up to Arteta.

For now, Arsenal benefit from an in-form striker and a national manager who knows his place in the pecking order.

In the winter transfer window, sports witness Tati Castellanos’ move from Lazio to West Ham was closely followed.

The striker’s sale came after the Italian side faced major financial troubles. They were under a transfer ban in the summer and had to sell players to cover expenses in January.

West Ham expected the sale of the Argentine to make room for some new signings. Lazio signed Daniele Maldini and also signed Petar Ratkov from RB Salzberg.

Manager Maurizio Sarri initially Express Confusion over the deal and sentiment in Rome have not changed.

West Ham regret sale

corriere dello sport Look at Lazio’s attacking struggles today as they were held to a 0-0 draw at the weekend.

Sarri hoped that the transfer window would provide much-needed changes to the team. There was also a belief that if the right signing was made, they would not regret the sale of Castellanos to West Ham.

This did not happen, as the Italian was very disappointed after the draw against Cagliari.

He said: “We don’t go forward and do anything. Maldini will always be an unusual striker. It has some characteristics. He does not have great attacks in space or in the six-yard box, and he plays very far from goal.

Sari was also asked about Ratkov and she appeared angry.

“It feels like I’m stupid because I don’t play Ratkov in Maldini’s place. He’s behind like all those 22-year-old kids who come from another country, speak another language, play a different style. of football And have reached a new reality.”

Castellanos settling in London

In contrast, Castellanos looks to fit in quite well at West Ham.

He already has two goals in all competitions, having made every Premier League start since joining. Nuno Espirito Santo’s transition-based system suits him well, as the Argentine can link-up and do more than just score goals.

Under Sarri, he had four goals and eight assists and made more appearances than Maldini and Ratkov. He is more suited to the number nine position than Maldini, who plays deeper.

So it would be no surprise if the Italian faces further disappointment and we hear more of his ramblings amid the chaotic situation at Lazio.

Kasper Schmeichel has been Celtic’s No.1 since arriving at Celtic Park on a free transfer in July 2024. His role has not been affected by recent managerial changes and he is first choice for Martin O’Neill.

The Denmark international has kept 14 clean sheets and conceded 47 goals in 38 appearances in all competitions for Celtic this season.

He conceded 19 goals in nine Europa League appearances and four of the goals were in Celtic’s defeat to VfB Stuttgart. The 39-year-old was criticized by a section of the Scottish club’s supporters following Thursday’s European defeat at Celtic Park.

Celtic form a cause for concern for Denmark

BT Watched his recent performances for Celtic in Denmark and shared his thoughts on making his debut for the national team in March.

Denmark will face North Macedonia in the World Cup playoffs in March. The question is whether manager Brian Reimer will start Schmeichel as his role has already been debated.

The Celtic man has been Denmark’s main goalkeeper for many years. Chelsea’s Philip Jorgensen and West Ham United’s Mads Hermansen have been supporters of his in recent years.

Jorgensen has played once while Hermansen is yet to make his debut. Earlier this month, Sport Witness Danish claims covered It is ‘complete madness’ that both are not getting opportunities.

Reimer likely to be starting Celtic player

Beattie says Reimer’s decision to choose his goalkeeper for next month’s clash will probably be ‘tougher than usual’. This is not just due to Schmeichel’s mixed Celtic performances, but also Hermansen’s return to West Ham. The latter regained his place in the Hammers’ starting lineup.

However, the national team boss ‘doesn’t dare’ to sack the Celtic player. At least that’s what BT football expert Jannik Liburd claims.

“The question is, does Brian Reimer dare to change his relatively weak position before important playoff matches in March?” He said.

“Personally, I don’t think Brian Reimer dares to prioritize form over experience and play Mads Hermansen instead of Schmeichel, even though that might be the right thing to do.”

Schmeichel’s contract expires in June. Back in November, he said he would decide on his celtic future Around February or March. There should be more clarity in the coming weeks.

Nottingham Forest head coach Vitor Pereira will make his debut against a familiar opponent as he prepares to face Fenerbahce in Turkey.

The Portuguese manager recently arrived at the City Ground. Last year, he was snapped up by Wolverhampton Wanderers, and now begins a new chapter with Forest. His first test came at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium, where he had previously worked during two stints in charge of Fenerbahçe.

Talking to Portuguese outlet to ballPereira acknowledged the importance of the occasion but insisted he felt “very confident”.

“It will be a tough match in a complex environment,” He said. “But I think there’s a lot of quality in the team. There will be a lot of talent on the pitch.”

Courage and recognition in limited time

Forest lie close to the relegation places in the Premier League. However, Perera showed no signs of fear. Instead, he gave his players a simple message.

“For the players, this is the ideal environment. They love to play with that kind of energy. For me, it is a pleasure to be here and face a passionate team, to show their passion, their energy, their ambition. It is important to play with courage and organization”He said.

Time was not on his side. They have only two days to work with a team lacking in confidence. Still, Pereira believes something has already changed.

“From day one we started transmitting that energy. I believe a team absorbs the passion and personality of the coach. We should look at this game as an opportunity to showcase our qualities, prove our value and, in the end, be proud of what we did.”He said.

He also acknowledged that the strategic details should be kept simple at this stage.

“In two days, you can’t arrive with too much information. You need to be intelligent to deliver clear tactical messages. You know I like to play tactically and that can’t change in two days”he explained.

starting from the front foot

This sustainability could shape the forest’s immediate future. European progress will provide momentum. More importantly, it can instill confidence in the dressing room under home pressure.

Perera insists the foundations are there. “I recognize the quality of our players and the team. We just need harmony and wins to build more confidence.”

For a coach who was recently sacked and has now been handed yet another Premier League rescue mission, tonight represents much more than a start. This is the first chance to prove that Forrest’s gamble may soon pay off.

Luka Vuckovic has starred for Hamburg SV since joining on loan from Tottenham Hotspur last summer.

The Bundesliga side have not secured a purchase option or obligation with Spurs, meaning he will have to return to north London after this season.

Last month, Sports Witness Relayed dismissive German reports Tottenham claim to have agreed to extend Vuckovic’s loan for another season.

Marilyn Polzin wants Vuckovic to stay

The German club face 1. FSV Mainz 05 in the league on Friday and their manager Merlin Polzin spoke at a press conference on Wednesday.

He talked about the player owned by Tottenham and image Has released his comments. The outlet claims Hamburg’s ‘big dream’ is to keep hold of the Croatia international beyond this season.

The coach has now made public his desire to extend the centre-back’s loan stay for another season.

“I am a person of strong beliefs. Of course, I also believe in things that seem impossible, even if they are a bit romantic about football. Nevertheless, there is a clear contractual agreement between the clubs.” He said.

“We are very grateful that we found a solution last summer. From the beginning with Luka’s camp it was clear that he only wanted to join HSV. The communication with Tottenham has been extremely professional, both last summer and now. We would be very interested in him to continue wearing the HSV jersey.”

The Tottenham man is attracting interest

sports witness recently Covered claims from Germany of Bayern Munich as a substitute for the 18-year-old. Bavarian club director Max Eberl was questioned two days ago about to sign it In summer.

Meanwhile, Vuckovic has expressed on several occasions his desire to extend his stay in Hamburg, primarily to play alongside his brother Mario.

Mario is serving a doping ban until November and the pair dream of playing together in Hamburg next season. Bild claims the Hamburg boss was skeptical when reacting to the possibility.

Polzin explained: “Considering what we can expect in approximately 270 days regarding Mario Vuckovic…”

The manager sees a bright future for the defender, who has a contract with Spurs until 2030.

“For me, the goal is not always to inspire players from our current perspective. I want them to get the most out of their careers. If we see a player performing like this at the age of 18, he can achieve a lot.” He added.

“In the coaching team we still see a lot of things about him that we don’t like. We’re working hard on them, because he’s very self-critical.”

Ronald Koeman has been warned to act quickly to prevent the Netherlands from losing West Ham United star Crescencio Somerville.

Soccer News today covered the comments from journalists Valentijn Driessen and Jeroen Kapteijns. The pair believe Somerville should now be in the Netherlands squad.

Somerville has been the undisputed star of the show for West Ham this season, especially under Nuno Espirito Santo.

west ham’s star man

The 24-year-old has made huge strides after a disappointing debut season at the London Stadium last year. He managed just one goal and two assists in 22 games last season, with less than 1,000 minutes on the clock.

This season he is already on six goals and four assists in 23 games and 1755 minutes. At least it can be said that there is rapid improvement across the board. In fact, 2026 has been a productive year so far as he has managed to score four goals and one assist in seven games.

The 1–1 draw with Manchester United was his first match in which he remained blank since a 3–0 defeat to Wolves on 3 January.^third.

However, he is yet to play for the Netherlands. The West Ham star has played for them at every level from U16 to U21, last returning in 2021.

There have been suggestions that they could be surprisingly included, Which was covered by Sport Witness in January. This was before his current form.

suriname effort

In the background is Suriname, who also qualified for the World Cup, putting pressure on him to officially switch allegiance. According to Driessen, who is a big fan, that would be a shame.

“He’s a player who is doing brilliantly at West Ham; he scores goals like crazy. Koeman has to look at that, and you shouldn’t let him go just like that,” he said. However, fellow journalist Kapteijns believes it may be too late for any efforts.

He said, “It may be too late; they have already made their choice for Suriname.”

“If he reaches the playoffs, he will easily go to the World Cup. He will make his debut in March when Suriname plays against Bolivia and probably Iraq.”