Lisandro Martinez is currently enjoying a break from football alongside stunning girlfriend Muri Lopez Benitez - while Manchester United and Arsenal battle over his signature. The versatile Ajax star, who has featured at left-back and centre-back as well as in midfield for his current club, has been tipped for a move to the Premier League following back-to-back Eredivisie titles. Despite the 24-year-old's contract running until 2025 the spending power of United and Arsenal could be telling - but at the moment he doesn't look too concerned over his contractual situation. READ MORE: Man Utd star who had furious bust-up in training 'is next to be offloaded' Martinez has recently been in Dubai with partner Muri and is currently in Ibiza, having shared several updates on their respective Instagram accounts. The loved-up pair are believed to have met in their early teens and been in a relationship for a decade - and would no doubt join him should he make a move to … [Read more...] about Lisandro Martinez enjoys holiday with stunning WAG as Man Utd steal march on Arsenal
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Erik ten Hag surprised Man Utd youngster Zidane Iqbal hasn’t played more after impressing in preseason
Manchester United youngster Zidane Iqbal has made an immediate impression on Erik ten Hag with the Dutchman questioning why the midfielder has not featured more often in the first-team. Ten Hag has overseen training at Carrington for the first time this week, laying out his plans and expectations for the new season. Following a dismal 2020-21 campaign, the Dutchman has already warned he will call upon some of the club’s young academy stars to challenge established first-team players for roles in the starting XI. A number of those players have been involved in training this week with Iqbal, Hannibal Mejbri and Alejandro Garnacho impressing the manager, according to The Sun . Iqbal, who signed a new long-term contract with the club this week, made his senior debut under Ralf Rangnick last season, coming on for the final minute of a dead rubber Champions League clash against Young Boys. A source told The Sun: ‘A lot of the younger players have been in the training sessions, … [Read more...] about Erik ten Hag surprised Man Utd youngster Zidane Iqbal hasn’t played more after impressing in preseason
FA Cup replays to return this season adding more fixture congestion for Premier League clubs amid burnout fears
THE FA has announced that replays will return to the FA Cup up to the fourth round. Replays were scrapped from the third round onwards in last season's competition due to worries over fixture congestion. Several matches were postponed around the new year period when the third round was scheduled to take place. So to prevent fixture congestion the FA removed replays in both the third and fourth rounds. Replays were also scrapped for the 2020-21 campaign to relieve similar fears after the start of the season was delayed due to the pandemic. But now replays will be reintroduced to ties including qualifiers and all the way up to the fourth round. Read More in Football GET YOUR GOSS Neymar new £600k-a-week PSG deal, Tottenham AGREE Clement Lenglet transfer RICHIE RICH Tottenham confirm Richarlison signing as Conte continues summer spending spree A statement read: "Replays will be mandatory in all rounds of … [Read more...] about FA Cup replays to return this season adding more fixture congestion for Premier League clubs amid burnout fears
Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr ‘to sign new deal’ with club that includes amazing £1BILLION release clause
BRAZILIAN superstar Vinicius Junior is set to sign a lucrative new contract with Real Madrid, according to reports. The 21-year-old joined Los Blancos from Flamengo in a £38million deal five years ago and has since become one of the club's most valuable assets. Last season he played an integral part in helping the Spanish giants to their 14th Champions League title by scoring the decisive goal in the final against Liverpool . And now Real Madrid are expected to reward him for his efforts with a brand new deal. According to Spanish outlet Marca , Vinicius will sign a new contract when he returns for pre-season training in 10 days. Real Madrid want him to receive more recognition for his growing influence on the squad, so officials have inserted a £1billion release clause into the deal. Read More in Football GET YOUR GOSS Salah had Chelsea lined up before Liverpool deal EXCLUSIVE - transfers live FREE BONUS … [Read more...] about Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr ‘to sign new deal’ with club that includes amazing £1BILLION release clause
Hamilton wants ‘non-biased’ stewards and says ‘some drivers are friends with certain individuals’ after Masi controversy
LEWIS HAMILTON has called for "non-biased stewards" ahead of the 2022 Formula One season. The seven-time British world champion hopes future decisions made by officials are not influenced by their friendship with drivers. Hamilton said: “We need to make sure we get non-biased stewards. “Race drivers, some are very, very good friends with certain individuals, some travel with certain individuals and tend to take more of a keen liking to some of them. “I think people who have no bias and are super central when it comes to making decisions.” This comes after Hamilton lost out on a record-breaking EIGHTH world-title on the final lap in Abu Dhabi last season. Race director Michael Masi controversially cleared the cars between Hamilton and Verstappen under a safety car, allowing the Dutchman to have a clear run on Hamilton with fresh tyres to clinch his first championship. But in response to Hamilton, Red Bull boss Christian Horner denies any knowledge of drivers … [Read more...] about Hamilton wants ‘non-biased’ stewards and says ‘some drivers are friends with certain individuals’ after Masi controversy
Russian Grand Prix in serious doubt after Ukraine invasion with F1 ‘closely watching’ conflict
THE RUSSIAN Grand Prix is in serious doubt after Russian forces invaded Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin declared war on Ukraine after a surprise statement on TV. Formula One are now monitoring the situation after Ukraine that "Putin has launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine". An F1 spokesperson said: "Formula 1 is closely watching the very fluid developments like many others and at this time has no further comment on the race scheduled for September. "We will continue to monitor the situation very closely." Speaking the day before the invasion, Russian F1 driver Nikita Mazepin said he expected the race in Sochi to go ahead. Speaking on Wednesday, he said: "From the understanding that we’ve had with Formula 1 the race is going ahead. And you will surely see me there. “I have always been a big supporter of sport without politics." Most read in Sport CHICK THIS OUT Wimbledon fans' shock at eye-watering cost of a pint and … [Read more...] about Russian Grand Prix in serious doubt after Ukraine invasion with F1 ‘closely watching’ conflict
Red Bull heartbreak in final laps as Max Verstappen is forced out with engine problems and Sergio Perez spins in Bahrain
RED BULL suffered a devastating final few laps at the 2022 season opener in Bahrain as BOTH Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez dramatically dropped out of the points. In the closing stages Verstappen suffered an engine problem as he looked set to secure third place behind race winner Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz. The issue left Verstappen with virtually no power as the reigning world champion saw his race hopes go up in smoke. A host of cars swiftly overtook him before he was retired in the pits by his team. And more heartbreak was yet to come for Red Bull principal Christian Horner as third place Sergio Perez - under pressure from Lewis Hamilton - spun out with just moments of the Grand Prix remaining. He ended up being retired too as Red Bull left empty handed. Read more on sport EL CLASICO Real Madrid 0 Barcelona 4: Aubameyang on the double as Real shell-shocked BIG DEAL Aston Villa vs Liverpool: New customers … [Read more...] about Red Bull heartbreak in final laps as Max Verstappen is forced out with engine problems and Sergio Perez spins in Bahrain
Wimbledon fans all saying the same thing as stars sport Adidas’ bold ‘bra’ outfit at famously strict All England Club
WIMBLEDON has a famously strict dress code - but fans are loving that adidas' bold new "bra" outfit has been given the green light by tournament officials. The All-England Club is famous for cracking down on outfits that stray from the all-white code . In the past, SW19 bosses have even banned caps featuring even the merest splash of colour on the peak. So fans were left refreshingly pleased after a number of ladies' singles players were allowed to wear their bold new adidas outfit. The two-piece ensemble has turned heads, with everyone on Twitter raving about it. World No5 Maria Sakkari, 26, was the most-recent to show off the all-white outfit, which leaves the midriff exposed, after French ace Kristina Mladenovic had worn it earlier in the week. READ MORE WIMBLEDON STORIES WIMBLEDON 2022 Heather Watson and Cam Norrie in Brit action with Novak Djokovic on later HOME TREBLE Get Raducanu, Murray & Watson … [Read more...] about Wimbledon fans all saying the same thing as stars sport Adidas’ bold ‘bra’ outfit at famously strict All England Club
Prisoners being trained up as football referees to help stop cons re-offending
Prisoners are being trained up as football referees with eleven cons passing the FA’s Level 7 course in the past year, which allows them to take charge in junior amateur leagues, with Level 1 officials in control of Premier League games. A report by inspectors from the Independent Monitoring Board revealed details of the course in a new report. The scheme, which normally costs £135, states that it equips participants with the "skills and knowledge" to referee. The lags must complete five modules, including watching videos of matches, and learn the rules of the beautiful game. The criminals, at HMP Highpoint, a 1,300-capacity jail in Suffolk, also discovered how to “built a rapport” with players and coaches. READ MORE: Premier League to non-league - 11 football stars who dropped down the divisions The IMB report stated that five courses were funded via the dynamic purchasing system, an “online procurement system”, allowing governors to commission small educational … [Read more...] about Prisoners being trained up as football referees to help stop cons re-offending
Arsenal keeping tabs on Serge Gnabry’s contract situation at Bayern Munich after missing out on Raphinha transfer
ARSENAL boss Mikel Arteta is reportedly eyeing up a possible swoop to bring former team-mate Serge Gnabry back to the Emirates this summer. The Gunners are on the lookout for a winger after missing out on Leeds ace Raphinha, who looks poised to link up with Barcelona . It was claimed in May how the North London outfit were keen on snapping up the Bayern Muich ace six years after he swapped North London for Werder Bremen. The 26-year-old is facing an uncertain future in Bavaria with the player having just a year left on his deal at the Allianz Arena. And according to 90min , Arsenal are closely following his contract situation at Bayern. They state that Arsenal would be open to securing his services for a second time after they signed him from Stuttgart for £100,000 in 2011. READ MORE ON ARSENAL GUNNERS NEWS Arsenal dealt Aaron Hickey transfer BLOW, Jesus SPOTTED wearing No 9 shirt WINNER WINNER Win a Range … [Read more...] about Arsenal keeping tabs on Serge Gnabry’s contract situation at Bayern Munich after missing out on Raphinha transfer