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#international-break

M anchester United target Randal Kolo Muani has admitted that his dream is to play for the big clubs.The Eintracht Frankfurt striker has been linked with the Red Devils and Bayern Munich this summer, both of whom are known to be in the market for a new attacker.United look unable to land Harry Kane from Tottenham while Victor Osimhen would cost upwards of 100million.

Bayern Munich had one hell of week since the last recording of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast.Immediately after I hit the road for Richmond last weekend, the world fell for Julian Nagelsmann.By the time I hit my destination, Nagelsmann has been fired, Tuchel was linked to the job, and chaos had ensured.

If fans were shocked that Bayern Munich sacked Julian Nagelsmann last week, you can only imagine the surprise that the ex-manager got when he found out his fate through the media.How blindsided was Nagelsmann?Probably more than anyone else - especially when reading the message he gave to players during a speech right before the team left for the international break.

Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery has backed Graham Potter for long-term success at Chelsea and says there are already signs of progress at Stamford Bridge.Potter succeeded Tuchel in the Chelsea dugout in early September, but his future was called into question following a run one win in 11 games to begin the year.

Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood will miss the rest of the season with a thigh injury.The New Zealander, who joined on loan in January , was injured on 11 March but still went on international duty during the break, although he did not play.Manager Steve Cooper said Forest also have concerns over forwards Brennan Johnson and Andre Ayew, full-back Serge Aurier and midfielder Gustavo Scarpa.

Cristian Stellini will step up as head coach for the rest of the season, with former midfielder Ryan Mason his deputy.Paratici told the the players would not be distracted by talks of who will succeed Conte."We do not speak about other coaches or follow the speculation in the media because it is just speculation," said Paratici.

Everton have been referred to an independent commission over an alleged breach of the Premier League's profitability and sustainability rules.he alleged breach is for the period ending with the 2021-22 season, when the Toffees avoided relegation by four points.Burnley, who were relegated from England's top division last season, and Leeds wrote to the league in May to question whether Everton's reported three-year losses of £371.8million

Wolves midfielder Matheus Nunes has avoided a three-match ban after his red card in Saturday's 4-2 home defeat by Leeds was overturned by the Football Association.The unused substitute was dismissed for remonstrating with officials after Rodrigo's late goal for the visitors.Wolves felt it should have been disallowed for a foul in the build-up by Marc Roca on Adama Traore.

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The offer came with no strings attached, Folarin Balogun said.With the U.S. national team training in Orlando and Balogun's French club idled by an international break, American coach Anthony Hudson reached out with a quiet invitation for Balogun to come over for dinner.

Republic of Ireland midfielder Will Smallbone says his journey with alopecia has made him stronger.Southampton's Smallbone was diagnosed with the condition, which affects hair loss on the body, while recovering from a knee injury in January 2021."The stuff that's happened to me over the last few years, I wouldn't wish upon anyone," said the 23-year-old.

A toe injury picked up in the FA Cup win over Fulham ruled the forward out of England's Euro 2024 qualifiers before he returned to individual workouts earlier this week.The 25-year-old has posted updates to social media of his hard work behind the scenes, writing of marginal gains during a session on Wednesday.

Scott McTominay started the 2022-23 season in Erik ten Hag's good books, with his impressive form even managing to keep Casemiro out of the team after he signed from Real Madrid.In his recent months his appearances for Manchester United have been fleeting and his form hasn't been great.Even with the injuries to midfielders Christian Eriksen and Donny van de Beek, he's struggled to get playing time in the league.

4:30 PM GMT+1 Thibaut Courtois has seemingly recovered from a minor injury scare ahead of an important few weeks for Real Madrid / Jonathan Moscrop/GettyImages Thibaut Courtois has been spotted back in Real Madrid training after a muscular strain prompted the goalkeeper to withdraw from Belgium's international squad.

Since the return of club football from the World Cup, the International break took over again in the form of Friendlies and UEFA Euro qualifiers.14 Manchester United first-team players were called up by their National teams around the world and in this article, we take a look at how they fared for their countries in the recent international break.

Man United are hoping to reach a Marcus Rashford contract agreement 'quickly'.As we all saw, Marcus Rashford was absolutely back to his best in 2022/23.All he needed was a manager who fully trusted in his abilities, while keeping away from the treatment table.Manchester United have a gem in the form of their homegrown hero, though his contract status still leaves us all feeling a little worried...
Rashy has a deal that expires in twelve months.

Nemanja Matic spent five years at Manchester United after choosing to be reunited with then manager Jose Mourinho, who had signed the player at Chelsea.The midfielder has now followed Mourinho to Roma and have booked their place in the Europa League semi-final this season.Speaking with Sky Sports, Matic has reflected on what it's like playing for Mourinho.

France midfielder Adrien Rabiot would not suggest whether he plans to remain at Juventus despite his contract only running until the end of the season.The Bianconeri are still fighting in the Europa League and Coppa Italia, after a 15-point deduction derailed their league campaign.Rabiot insisted he is focused on the remainder of Juve's season rather than being drawn on his personal position in a Tuttosport interview.

Marcus Rashford has been ruled out of England's next couple of fixtures after picking up a knock.Manchester United probably made it a little harder than they had to against Fulham at the weekend, performing at a level far below their best.Eventually, a minute of madness from the Fulham lads swung the pendulum back in our favour.

Scott McTominay has emerged as a potential injury doubt as Man United gear up for their game against Fulham.Manchester United have been playing three times a week for what feels like numerous months now.Eventually, that's going to take its toll - both mentally and physically.For the most part, United's players have held up pretty well, though problems were always going to occur.

Manchester United are ready to join the bidding to sign England midfielder Jude Bellingham, 19, from Borussia Dortmund.Newcastle United want to make Leicester midfielder James Maddison a priority this summer with the 26-year-old said to want to play in the Champions League and become a regular in the England squad.

Tottenham forward Richarlison has denied he played a role in the departure of former manager Antonio Conte, insisting he had a lot of respect for the Italian coach.Conte left Tottenham by mutual consent on Sunday after relations between him and the club deteriorated at all levels in recent weeks.The former Chelsea, Juventus and Inter Milan boss launched a scathing attack on his players and the club's ownership following a 3-3 draw against Southampton before the international break.

Arsenal reportedly want to hand club captain Martin Odegaard a new contract running all the way until 2030.The Norway international has been in superb form this season, becoming one of the Gunners' most important players and a real driving force behind their surprise lead at the top of the Premier League table.

Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui says he can "make a book" on decisions that have gone against his team since his arrival at Molineux.Lopetegui was incensed at referee Michael Salisbury's decision not to award Wolves a first-half penalty in Saturday's defeat by Leeds , after Junior Firpo appeared to catch Nelson Semedo in the area.

Whoa boy.This is one heck of a night to have right before the international break.It's also one heck of a matchup to have considering these two teams have been going full steam ahead for the last 2 1⁄ 2 months without much of a chance to breathe since play resumed the first week of January.It's the biggest rivalry Serie A has to offer stepping into the spotlight for the second time this season on the cusp of the first international break of 2023.

Serie A leaders Napoli thrashed Torino 4-0 away with a double from Victor Osimhen and goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Tanguy Ndombele on Sunday to move closer to the title.The Naples side have a 21-point lead over second-placed Inter Milan, who host Juventus later on Sunday.- Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) Luciano Spalletti's Napoli team took the lead after nine minutes when Piotr Zielinski's corner found Oshimen in the centre of the box and he headed into the bottom left corner.

Aberdeen routed lacklustre Hearts to move to within four points of the Scottish Premiership's third-placed side.Luis 'Duk' Lopes' deflected volley gave the hosts an early lead and he doubled his tally with a glancing header.Hearts' defending went from bad to worse with Mattie Pollock nodding the hosts' third before half-time.

AC Milan travel to face Udinese tonight as Stefano Pioli looks for a win heading into the international break.Milan have struggled against Udinese in recent years as the sides have drawn in three of the previous five fixtures.The side will need a win to ensure we go into the break remaining in the top four.

AC Milan face Udinese on the road as Stefano Pioli searches for his first win in three games.Milan went on a four game win streak and are not at risk of no wins in four games.Udinese are unbeaten in the previous three with a win and two draws.This is the final game ahead of the international break and Milan are in serious risk of falling out of the top four again if the side cannot get a win.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is in contention to start for Milan against Udinese on Saturday as the 41-year-old looks to lift Stefano Pioli's' struggling champions.The striker, recalled by Sweden this week, has recovered from major knee surgery and come through three substitute appearances.Now the veteran is a prime contender to line up from the first whistle as Milan are forced to cope without the suspended Olivier Giroud in their last game before the international break.