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When I was in Saudi I think I was in every camp prior to the Euros."Timing, with everything in hindsight, yes - maybe I would have made different decisions."But at the time that's how I felt and the decision I made was for many different reasons and only I know them reasons."I am not going to lie, over the past couple of years I have had some tough moments. But all I've ever tried to do is the right thing."Henderson could win his 85th cap for the Three Lions against Wales at Wembley Stadium on Thursday.Gerrard concernAlly McCoist has raised a major concern surrounding Steven Gerrard's potential Rangers return.The Liverpool legend has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Russell Martin at Ibrox.Gerrard previously spent three years in charge of the Scottish giants, winning an unbeaten league title during that time.However, he has been away from the dugout since leaving Saudi Pro League side Al Ettifaq in January.McCoist believes there may be financial implications from his spell in the Middle East which could impact his potential Rangers appointment.The former Gers striker told talkSPORT Breakfast: "Clearly I don't know his domestic situation, but I would suggest maybe Glasgow is an improvement from out there."I know he has been living outside (of Saudi Arabia, in Bahrain), but I mean Glasgow is a good place to live.“But one thing I would say there's probably a better than average chance there'll be tax implications involved.“We're all aware without knowing the finer details of the finances that are available over in that part of the world.“So I would imagine that he's probably under a little bit of pressure to stay out of the country for a period of time.“As I say I don't know his financial situation but I'm guessing that might be the case and with the amounts of money involved you certainly wouldn't want to take a chance and lose that?”Textor talksJohn Textor has confirmed he is in talks to buy crisis club Sheffield Wednesday.It follows reports the American businessman had been in discussions with current Owls owner Dejphon Chansiri.Wednesday have been embroiled in financial woes for several years, with multiple transfer embargoes imposed by the EFL.Meanwhile, they could face a points deduction after failing to pay players and staff on time once again last month.Textor could now step in to save the Championship side, though, after revealing he is discussing a deal with the club.He told The Added Time Podcast: "I hate to say anything controversial to the fans, but the owner, at least in my experience with him, has been very open to the ideas."I've had a little bit of interaction, some direct.



It makes sense, he's doing really well."IncompleteSteven Gerrard says he has 'unfinished business' in management.The Liverpool legend was last with Saudi Arabian side Al Ettifaq, who he left in January by mutual consent.Gerrard also managed Rangers and Aston Villa, and is expected to be considered at the former after they sacked Russell Martin.He was a guest on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, and said "I know where I'm strong and I know there's areas where I need good support."And I need special skill sets to make me better and stronger, in terms of my staff and my group."I felt like I had that to a tee at Rangers, I had it to a tee. I understood what it meant to play for the football club and the badge."If I had the chance, and I've said it many times, if I had the chance to go to that club in any sort of capacity, for me, it's a no-brainer."Kane to remainHarry Kane has downplayed talk of a potential Premier League return.The England captain continues to excel in front of goal for Bayern Munich having recently surpassed the 100-goal mark in Germany.Kane has scored 103 goals in 106 appearances for Bayern, with 18 of those coming in the 2025/26 campaign.talkSPORT reported last month that his release clause will drop from £67million to £56m next summer.Thomas Frank, head coach at his former club Tottenham, said: "If he wants to join us, he’s more than welcome."However, Kane has seemingly shut down a return as he said: "In terms of staying longer [at Bayern], I could definitely see that."I spoke openly a couple of weeks ago that I have not had those conversations with Bayern yet, but if they were to arise I would be willing to talk and have an honest conversation."Obviously it depends on how the next year or so goes and what we achieve together.

Right now, I would say we are in a fantastic moment and I am not thinking about anything else."In terms of the Premier League, I don't know. If you had asked me when I first left to go to Bayern, I would have said for sure I would come back."Now I have been there a couple of years I would probably say that has gone down a little bit, but I wouldn't say I would never go back."What I have learnt in my career is that different opportunities and different timings happen and things fall in place.