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So we will do our best to keep him."I think Andoni is happy in Bournemouth, like you guys know every time he jumps in the press conference."But we know how football is, so it's something that we will discuss internally and of course we hope that he's going to stay."PunishedArsenal have been slapped with a suspended £500,000 fine by the Football Association for a breach of FA Cup ticketing rules.The record 14-time winners of the competition were were beaten by Manchester United on penalties in the third round last season.Kai Havertz missed for the Gunners in the shootout whilst United saw all five takers find the target to advance to the fourth round.It's almost been a year since their early FA Cup exit, but the north London side have been sanctioned by the FA for an off-pitch matter.Arsenal breached Rule 192, which states: "The home club shall comply with any request for tickets made in accordance with Rule 191."Rule 191 has two key aspects that clubs must adhere to during FA Cup fixtures, excluding the semi-finals and final.Away clubs 'have the right to claim up to 15 per cent of the tickets issued', with 9,000 being the maximum total.Or, if the ground isn't all ticketed, they can claim 'up to 15 per cent of the ground's maximum capacity.This is provided that tickets give entry 'to a fully segregated area', and the ticket request 'is made within four days of the relevant draw'.After Arsenal were alleged to have breached the rule, the matter was referred to the Professional Game Board [PGB], with the club subsequently handed a £500k fine.Getting to worktalkSPORT understands that Ross Wilson is close to being appointed as Newcastle United's new sporting director.The Magpies are in advanced talks with Nottingham Forest over Wilson joining, and he is set to get to work immediately.Mark Douglas reports that Sandro Tonali, Sven Botman and Tino Livramento will all be offered new and improved deals.All three players are crucial parts of Eddie Howe's squad, and the Toon want to avoid a similar situation to that of Alexander Isak.It's who we are, mateNo manager in the top five leagues of European football has lost more games than Ange Postecoglou this calendar year.The Australian was in charge of Tottenham Hotspur last season and now he's Nottingham Forest boss.In Europe, it was brilliant for Ange, winning the Europa League with Spurs and ending a long trophy drought.But in the league, he's lost 21 times from 39 games, which is over 50 per cent.But Ruben Amorim and Vitor Pereira are on the list as well.Forest are also yet to win under Postecoglou since he replaced Nuno Espirito Santo.Disgraceful Rangers have released a statement condemning the attempted defacing of the Walter Smith statue.Someone set the statue on fire in a terrible act of vandalism, and the Glasgow giants have described it as 'shameful'.Fire crews arrived at 1am to put out the blaze after a scarf was set alight and launched at the statue.In a brief statement, they said: "Rangers FC is aware of an incident at the Walter Smith statue last night, and strongly condemns this shameful behaviour. Gerrard, who led Rangers to the Scottish title during his first stint in charge, quickly emerged as the Gers' top target after sacking Russell Martin on Sunday night.The Liverpool legend led the Glasgow giants to the title during the 2020/21 season before leaving to join Aston Villa the following campaign.His last job was in Saudi Arabia for Al-Ettifaq.Well, that's something You can't accuse Djed Spence of not being a character, and he's been on social media after helping England beat Wales last night 3-0.The Tottenham Hotspur star started at left-back and was up against his club teammate Brennan Johnson.It proved to be an easy night's work for Spence, who has taken inspiration from Grand Theft Auto for his latest post.It's certainly unique...Huge accusationsHenrikh Mkhitaryan is about to release an autobiography, and in it is an extraordinary story about his Manchester United exit.The Armenian international moved to Old Trafford from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2016 under Jose Mourinho.However, he joined Arsenal in January 2018 in a straight swap for Alexis Sanchez.And now, the Inter Milan star has revealed that Jose Mourinho basically forced him out of the club.In the autobiography, he said: "I told him, you’ve been criticising me for a year-and-a-half now, ever since I arrived at Manchester United.

"Mourinho told me I was ‘s***’ and I just lost my temper. ‘You are the s***. If you want, talk to Mino.’"FinallyNewcastle United are close to appointing a new director of football to replace Paul Mitchell.Ross Wilson has agreed to become Newcastle’s new sporting director, talkSPORT understands.The Magpies are in advanced talks with Wilson’s current club Nottingham Forest.Newcastle have been keeping tabs on Wilson since he was in charge of transfers at Rangers.He will join new CEO David Hopkinson as the Toon finalise their boardroom changes.CompensatedNewcastle United are set to receive up to £6.5million from FIFA to cover Yoane Wissa's wages after the striker suffered an injury on international duty.Immediately after joining the Toon on transfer deadline day from Brentford in a £55million deal, Wissa headed to Africa to play for his country.He scored twice before injuring his knee in the second DR Congo game against Senegal.That is set to keep him out for eight weeks, and because the injury happened on international duty, the Toon can claim his wages.Silence of the lamb chopsThomas Tuchel has slammed England fans at Wembley for the poor atmosphere last night.The Three Lions beat Wales 3-0 in a friendly, and the game was over after 20 minutes with England scoring three times in quick succession.Morgan Rogers, Ollie Watkins and Bukayo Saka all got on the scoresheet for the hosts, but after that, not a lot happened.And the atmosphere died, leaving Tuchel annoyed.Speaking after the game, he said: “We had an excellent first half, we were 3-0 up very quickly but it could have been four or five.

A step in the right direction.”England 3-0 Wales - FULL TIMEIt's all over!And England have eased to victory against Wales in their friendly at Wembley.The damage was done in a blistering 20-minute opening period in the first half.Goals from Morgan Rogers, Ollie Watkins and Bukayo Saka proved to be the difference.England will now turn their attention to Tuesday's World Cup qualifier away at Latvia.England 3-0 Wales – GOALOH MY WORD!WHAT A STRIKE FROM BUKAYO SAKA!England are 3-0 up in the 20th minute!The Arsenal winger cut inside the box and unleashed a thunderous bending strike into the top left corner.That is first time since their 4-1 victory against Yugoslavia in November 1987 that they have been three up by the 20th minute.It's game over.And it could get even worse for the visitors.England 2-0 Wales – GOALAnother one!Ollie Watkins has doubled England's lead in the 11th minute with the hosts threatening to run riot!Once again, Wales failed to clear the danger from a set piece, leading Watkins to sweep home from a yard out into an empty net.It's two for England and two for Aston Villa's star men.It's safe to say that Watkins has taken his chance in the absence of Harry Kane.That's now six goals for England for Wales - his first since the 3-0 win over Greece in November 2024.England 1-0 Wales - GOALEngland have the breakthrough - and it's taken them just three minutes.And it's Morgan Rogers who swept home from close range early on at Wembley.Rogers was picked out by Marc Guehi from a few yards out, with the Aston Villa star making no mistake in finding the back of the net.It is the 23-year-old's first goal for England's senior side.And it's his first goal in 23 games for club or country.What a start!Man United takeover updateThe Glazer family still value Manchester United in excess of £5billion amid rumours of a potential Middle Eastern takeover, talkSPORT understands.Boxing promoter and Saudi tycoon Turki Alalshikh sent United fans into a frenzy by claiming on social media that the Red Devils were close to being under new ownership.He wrote on X: "The best news I heard today is that Manchester United is now in an advanced stage of completing a deal to sell to a new investor – I hope he’s better than the previous owners."United sources are in the dark over the claims, although any interested parties can negotiate directly with the club's despised owners.The group Alalshikh referenced is believed to be UAE-based and talkSPORT has been told several United legends have been approached about potentially investing. Team newsDeclan Rice has been chosen to captain England by Thomas Tuchel in their friendly against Wales.The Three Lions host their neighbours at Wembley Stadium tonight, with talkSPORT providing live commentary of the clash.Harry Kane has worn the captain's armband on a long-term basis for England since his debut with it in 2017.However, he suffered a knock during his recent outing for Bayern Munich and will not start for his country against Wales.As a result, Arsenal midfielder Rice has been tasked as the leader for England in their 105th meeting.The 26-year-old has been named as captain for the second time in his international career.Rice first donned the armband in March 2024 when England drew 2-2 with Belgium in a friendly.Kane was also absent from the match, and has missed just one fixture for England since then.This was the 2-1 Nations League B defeat to Greece in October 2024, with interim coach Lee Carsley naming John Stones as captain.It's also a first international start for Tottenham Hotspur defender Djed Spence.United's 'mystery buyers' revealedThe group looking to invest in Manchester United referenced by Turki Alalshikh are from the UAE, talkSPORT understands.However, it is unclear if any talks over a possible takeover or investment into the Premier League giants are as advanced as the Saudi billionaire claims.No Saudi or Qatari investor or investment entity are involved.Maguire contract talksManchester United are in talks over extending Harry Maguire's contract at the club.The centre-back is keen to remain at Old Trafford and extend his seven-season spell with the Red Devils.talkSPORT brought you the news in this week's Transfer Notebook that Maguire would have to accept a pay-cut to extend his deal.It is now understood talks are underway over a deal that includes a reduced salary.However, Maguire penning a new deal would not prevent the club from selling the defender next summer - just as Man City sold Ilkay Gundogan shortly after he signed a contract extension.Maguire, whose currently contract expires at the end of the season, is keen to resolve his future early ahead to the World Cup, to ensure he is not distracted by the future of his career during the tournament.England team newsDetails of tonight's England starting XI to face Wales are starting to surface, with all eyes on who Thomas Tuchel will pick to replace injured Harry Kane.It will be of little surprise that talkSPORT has learned Ollie Watkins will get the nod to start up front at Wembley, with Kane sitting out with an ankle problem.It will be the first time the Aston Villa frontman has started a game under Thomas Tuchel.Declan Rice will also start against the Welsh - one of the candidates to wear the captain's armband in Harry Kane's absence.Wednesday owner 'disgusting' for failure to pay staffUnion leaders are fighting to ensure Sheffield Wednesday's non-football staff receive their salaries in full, with the behaviour of club owner Dejphon Chansiri branded 'disgusting'.Employees of the cash-strapped Owls have been paid late on five separate occasions this year, including last month.Unite, the UK's leading union, has mobilised against the Thai businessman, who indicated during the summer he would be willing to sell the club but has so far failed to secure a deal.The news follows the chairman of English football's new independent regulator David Kogan saying unsuitable owners could be forced to sell clubs.According to Unite, union membership at Hillsborough has 'rocketed' with workers receiving a £1,000 payment instead of their full pay packet for September, and some staff taking out loans to cover bills.Players and coaches have also been paid late.Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said in a statement: "Unite will do everything in its power, industrially and legally, to ensure these workers get their wages."Dejphon Chansiri has millions at his disposal, these workers do not - his behaviour is disgusting."He needs to pay his staff and sell this well-loved club and community asset to a buyer who can run it properly as a matter of urgency."talkSPORT exclusive: "He doesn't want to speak to me"John Obi Mikel claims he's approached Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson after an explosive falling out between them last year.Jackson hit out at Mikel in August 2024 after the Blues legend criticised his finishing ability, posting on social media: "@mikeljonobi shut your mouth, don't talk s***."The pair have not spoken since.And in an exclusive interview with talkSPORT.com, Mikel has revealed that he reached out to Jackson to talk things out in private, but the striker - who is now on loan at Bayern Munich with a view to a permanent move next summer - fobbed him off."Listen, I wanted to have a private conversation, but he declined," said Mikel."But fair enough, he didn't want to speak to me."There was nothing there.