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28 minutes agoBy Joe Brophy

Bayer Leverkusen’s appointment of Erik ten Hag could be another genius hire, according to one of their leading players.

Nathan Tella, one of the key men from their unbeaten 2023/24 Bundesliga campaign, has told talkSPORT of his excitement over the hire.

“I think it’s cool, I’m happy with the club, we all trust the club to make the right decisions and it’s another one where they have made the right decision,” the Stevenage-born Nigeria international told talkSPORT.

“Obviously people look at how his time was at Man United.

"But they forget how brilliant he was at Ajax and we look at stuff like this.

“I’m excited to go back to pre-season and work with him.”

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54 minutes agoBy Joe Brophy

Ruben Amorim is confident Bruno Fernandes hasn’t played his last game for Manchester United despite interest from Al-Hilal.

Speaking in his post-match press conference following the Red Devils' 3-1 win over Hong Kong, the Portuguese was in a bullish mood.

He said: "I don’t think so, I don’t know for sure.

Of course in a lot of games this season he was so frustrated but he knows what we are doing.

"The feeling is every time I speak with him he wants to continue at Manchester United but you never know."

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Today, 15:53By Joe Brophy

Trent Alexander-Arnold may deserve an apology from some Liverpool fans amid fresh details of his move to Real Madrid.

That's the view of talkSPORT's Troy Deeney following the defender's hostile reception from Reds supporters ahead of his departure.

Alexander-Arnold was booed at Anfield after he announced he will leave Liverpool in the summer when his contract expires.

It meant he would join Madrid as a free agent, but talkSPORT have reported that Los Blancos will pay a €10million fee for him.

The deal, which is actually worth around £10m for Liverpool as they don't have to pay his wages, allows him to join for the Club World Cup.

Much of the animosity from Reds fans was centred on the right-back leaving without the club earning some money from his exit.

"A lot of people in the Liverpool fan base were frustrated as they were getting nothing for him.

Seeing him upset with his family, obviously, it meant a lot to him leaving Liverpool.

"But he's made his decision and he will go on to have an even [more] stellar career than what he's already had.

"Maybe Liverpool fans now will feel a little bit easier and it's an easier pill to swallow."

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Today, 15:32By Joe Brophy

Harry Maguire expects 'a lot of players' to leave Manchester United this summer.

The England defender missed the 3-1 friendly win in Hong Kong to travel for commercial activities in in Mumbai, India.

Maguire, Andre Onana and Diogo Dalot took part in a fan meet-and-greet, before a press conference shed some light on his future.

The 32-year-old, who had his contract extended until 2026 earlier this year, said he hoped "a lot of players will come in".

"We will make a lot of changes in the summer at the club," Maguire promised.

Discussions are said to be currently ongoing about a possible payment structure.

The release clause is set at over €80 million (£67m).

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Today, 11:58By Joe Brophy

Bruno Fernandes starts for Manchester United for what may potentially be the final ever time in a friendly in Hong Kong.

The Red Devils conclude their post-season tour of Asia in their final match before the summer break following a 1-0 defeat to ASEAN All-Stars.

Heaton, Fredricson, Evans, Kukonki, Kamason, Casemiro, Fernandes, Amass, Lacey, Garnacho, Hojlund

Subs: Bayindir, Armer, Dorgu, Heaven, Munro, Kone, Collyer, T Fletcher, Mainoo, Moorhouse, Mount, Thwaites, Ugarte, Amad, Obi

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Today, 11:42By Joe Brophy

It's not all doom and gloom for Liverpool fans, however, with news breaking from Germany that a move for Florian Wirtz is hotting up.

talkSPORT revealed earlier this week that Wirtz has agreed personal terms with the Reds as a move to Anfield edges closer.

The Reds are in pole position to sign the Bayer Leverkusen midfielder, with Manchester City and Bayern Munich out of the race.

Bayern have accepted defeat in the hunt for the talented Germany international after he told the Bundesliga champions he favours a move to Liverpool.

Meanwhile, the Citizens have ended their interest in the midfielder due to the eye-watering costs involved in a transfer.

German outlet Bild claimed that Liverpool tabled an initial bid exceeding €100 million (£85 million) for the 22-year-old.

The report adds that their follow-up offer is £100m plus £10-£12m in add-ons (€130.5m-€133m) for the Germany international.

Leverkusen are said to be demanding a transfer fee of 150 million euros, but Liverpool are hoping to reduce the total package to around 135 million euros, with a quick agreement seeming likely.

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Today, 11:35By Joe Brophy

Troy Deeney has reacted to the news that Liverpool have agreed a deal to allow Trent Alexander-Arnold to join Real Madrid early.

He told Matterface and Crook on talkSPORT: “A lot of people in the Liverpool fan base were frustrated as they were getting nothing for him.

I just don't think you can put something out and then kind of manage and expect how other people should react.”

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Today, 11:14By Joe Brophy

Liverpool have now confirmed an offer has been accepted for Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid.

A Reds statement said: "The full-back is now set to join the La Liga club ahead of the expiry of his Reds contract this summer.

"Liverpool will receive a fee for his services, with the deal to be concluded once the window opens on June 1.

"Alexander-Arnold joined the club’s Academy at the age of six and progressed through the ranks to make his senior competitive debut in October 2016.

"He now departs Anfield after 354 appearances and 23 goals for the club, as well as lifting eight major honours alongside his teammates, which consist of two Premier League titles, the Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Super Cup, FA Cup and two League Cups.

"Alexander-Arnold leaves Liverpool FC with the club appreciative and grateful for his contribution to those successes."

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Today, 11:00By Joe Brophy

Liverpool are set to bank £10million for Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid, talkSPORT understands.

Alexander-Arnold announced earlier in the month that he will leave the Reds this summer upon the expiration of his contract.

Whilst nothing has yet been made official, the 26-year-old defender is widely expected to complete a move to Madrid.

The Spanish giants, who have made Xabi Alonso their new manager, looked set to welcome Alexander-Arnold as a free transfer.

However, they will in fact be making a one-time payment of €10m to Liverpool for the right-back.

Whilst this roughly equates to £8.4m, the fee is actually worth £10m for the Reds as they don’t need to pay him more wages after May.

Madrid made an approach to buy Alexander-Arnold in January for a fee worth between €20-25m, but this move was rejected.

A Madrid statement said: "Real Madrid CF and Liverpool FC have reached an agreement that will keep Trent Alexander-Arnold at our club for the next six seasons, from June 1, 2025, to June 30, 2031.

"Alexander-Arnold will play with Real Madrid in the Club World Cup, which will be held in the United States starting June 14."

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Today, 10:49By Joe Brophy

Alex Crook has provided extra insight on Liam Delap's decision to settle on a move to Chelsea after holding talks with Newcastle.

Delap has given the green light to a switch to Stamford Bridge and Chelsea are confident he will sign.

The England Under-21 striker, who has a £30million release clause in his Ipswich contract, has also held talks with both Manchester United and Newcastle as well as Everton.

TalkSPORT's chief football correspondent Crook said: "It'll be interesting to see what Chelsea promised him."

A sticking point over talks with Newcastle was a guarantee of a starting XI spot, with the Magpies already having Alexander Isak.

Crook also noted that there could be a potential club vs country row emerging this summer over Delap.

Chelsea would be keen for their new striker to go to the Club World Cup, the dates of which clash with his England U21 commitments.

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Today, 10:23By Joe Brophy

Arsenal are understood to have struck an agreement to sign Euro 2024 winner Martin Zubimendi back in January.

A £51million move will see Zubimendi leave Real Sociedad for the Emirates after making 47 appearances this season.

During their respective league appearances in 2024/25, Zubimendi has a lower pass success rate than Arsenal's current midfield trio.

However, crucially, he sends a higher percentage of his passes forward than Jorginho, Thomas Partey, and Declan Rice.

Zubimendi, 1,752 passes, 84.42% successful, 31.39% forwardJorginho, 473 passes, 86.89% successful, 26.85% forwardThomas Partey, 1,840 passes, 88.64% successful, 26.85% forwardDeclan Rice, 1,476 passes, 89.84% successful, 24.66% forwardCopied

Today, 09:51By Joe Brophy

Bruno Fernandes is seriously contemplating quitting Manchester United for Saudi Arabia, talkSPORT understands.

Fernandes's agent held talks with Al-Hilal on Thursday, and the United captain has been offered a contract worth £65m-a-year.

United boss Ruben Amorim has said publicly he wants to keep Fernandes.

However, the club have not ruled out cashing in with Hilal willing to pay a £100million transfer fee.

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Today, 09:41By Joe Brophy

Antony and Alejandro Garnacho are reported transfer targets for Erik ten Hag’s Bayer Leverkusen this summer.

Leverkusen announced their appointment of the former Manchester United manager on Monday, as Xabi Alonso heads to Real Madrid.

Ten Hag, who was speculated to be returning to Ajax, has joined the Bundesliga outfit seven months after he left United.

The Dutchman has signed a three-year deal and will soon oversee his first transfer window ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.

German outlet Kicker claim that Leverkusen's decision-makers are discussing both Antony and Alejandro Garnacho.

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Today, 09:15By Joe Brophy

Ex-Napoli star Gianfranco Zola has questioned Manchester United's decision to sell Serie A superstar Scott McTominay.

The midfielder won the Serie A MVP Award after inspiring his side to their fourth league triumph last Friday.

Asked about the title victory, former Napoli forward and Chelsea legend Zola told talkSPORT Breakfast: "That was fantastic.

"When Napoli win something in football, it's like a national holiday.
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