Revealed: Liverpool's 'audacious plot to HIJACK Manchester City's move for Florian Wirtz' as Arne Slot's champions 'enter the race to land £126million-rated Bayer Leverkusen star'

Wirtz's parents met City officials on Tuesday during a flying visit in England - but didn't speak to Pep Guardiola , with the club's manager out of the region ahead of the FA Cup final this weekend.

Man City midfielder to complete £25m move to Cesc Fabregas' Como - with Pep Guardiola's side due huge profit on £9m signing despite playing just twice

JACK GAUGHAN: Talks surrounding a permanent switch continued between the two parties and they have struck a deal that will see City almost triple their profit on the central midfielder.

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Ange Postecoglou hits back at Premier League integrity accusations - as Tottenham boss vows to take NO risks ahead of Europa League final

MATT BARLOW: Ange Postecoglou has vowed to take no risks in Spurs' last match before the Europa League final and angrily rejected accusations he is threatening the Premier League's integrity.

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Former South Africa rugby star, 37, dies of a heart attack - six years after miraculous return to the sport after serious medical condition diagnosis

Tributes have poured in to honour the former South Africa international, who tragically passed away at the age of 37 from a suspected heart attack on Wednesday evening.

AFL rocked by sudden death of Adam Selwood - just months after his twin brother Troy passed away in February

The AFL has been rocked by the death of Adam Selwood aged 41. The shattering news comes just months after Adam's twin brother Troy died in February.

Arsenal stance on signing Rodrygo this summer revealed as Chelsea make first move

Arsenal are weighing up a move to sign Real Madrid star Rodrygo with the Premier League’s elite set to do battle for his signature this summer. The Brazil international appears set to leave the Santiago Bernabeu at the end of the season with his relationship with the club rapidly deteriorating. Rodrygo was an unused substitute in Sunday’s Clasico d...

Ryan Giggs names four Man Utd stars who 'have no way back' under Ruben Amorim

Plenty more changes are expected at Old Trafford this summer.

Cristiano Ronaldo tops global earnings again as world's highest-paid athlete in 2025

Other big names also feature prominently on this year’s list of top-earning athletes, representing a range of sports from basketball and baseball to boxing and American football.

Fans hail Cesc Fabregas after Como boss' coaching masterclass during punditry on Sky Italia with Arsenal icon dubbed 'Arsene Wenger's real son'

The former Arsenal and Barcelona great has taken Italian minnows Como to a mid-table finish in Serie A in just his first permanent managerial role, naturally earning widespread praise for his efforts.

Son Heung-min agency responds as two arrested over fake pregnancy blackmail plot

Two people have been arrested in South Korea over a fake pregnancy blackmail plot which targeted Tottenham captain Son Heung-min. Police in Seoul have detained a woman in her 20s, identified as Ms. A, and a man in his 40s, identified as Ms. B, on charges of extortion and attempted extortion. According to the police, Ms. A demanded money while claim...

Liverpool set to trigger £29.5m Jeremie Frimpong release clause - as Reds push to complete deal for Trent Alexander-Arnold's successor

Leverkusen were first aware of Liverpool's interest more than six months ago and he ticks a lot of boxes for Arne Slot . He is a wing back but they think he can also play in the front three.

Los Angeles Dodgers ditch two-time World Series winner to make space for highly-rated prospect

The Los Angeles Dodgers are ditching a two-time World Series winner to make space for a highly-rated prospect as manager Dave Roberts is hoping the team will get younger moving forward.

Chelsea 1-0 Man United - PLAYER RATINGS: Who starred for the Blues?

Chelsea took a major stride to securing Champions League football a Marc Cucurella goal secured a 1-0 win over Man United. Mail Sport's AADAM PATEL rates the players.

Fox analyst Nick Wright launches blistering Michael Jordan attack over move to become an NBA analyst

A Fox Sports analyst threw a jab at Michael Jordan this week after the legendary basketball player's new broadcasting role was announced.

Arsenal star Thomas Partey makes transfer decision after Barcelona approach

Thomas Partey has indicated to Arsenal he is willing to reject big-money offers to leave the club and sign a new contract at the Emirates Stadium. Partey, 31, has entered the final two months of his current deal with Arsenal, the club he joined back in 2020. As things stand, the Ghana international will become a free agent on July 1 and be able to ...

Aaron-Wooi Yik set up all-Malaysian men's doubles semis in Thailand Open

Wooi Yik noted that their performance was significantly better compared to the first round, as they successfully implemented their coaches' strategies.

Wrexham hope to seal stunning move for Premier League captain as Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney eye Championship promotion

Wrexham hope to bolster their squad with players experienced in higher divisions and Cairney would be the perfect fit, having led the Cottagers to promotion from the Championship three times.

Jamie Vardy makes Premier League future claim as legendary Leicester striker prepares for Foxes farewell

TOM COLLOMOSSE: Vardy will not feature in the Foxes' final game of the campaign, at Bournemouth on May 25, meaning his 500th appearance will be his last in Leicester colours.

Endurance athlete doing record swim where Jaws was filmed ‘more terrified of a world without sharks’

Jaws instilled fear in the public - which director Steven Spielberg regrets - but also inspired people to take a greater interest in the predator. View on euronews

Delicate Luke Donald shows Rory McIlroy how to handle the beast, writes RIATH AL-SAMARRAI - as Masters champion endures dismal first round at US PGA Championship

RIATH AL-SAMARRAI AT QUAIL HOLLOW: Luke Donald brought a peashooter to a gun show and proved quite brilliantly that there's more than one way to slay a quail. How delightfully unexpected.

Spurs suffer HUGE blow with key man set to miss Europa League final against Man United after undergoing surgery

It is the latest blow to Tottenham who are already without creative midfielders James Maddison and Lucas Bergvall for the showdown with Manchester United in Bilbao on Wednesday.

Teenager Yamal the jewel in dominant Barca's Liga crown

While his participation in the first was limited to a single brief cameo as a record-breaking 15-year-old debutant, the winger has been a chief architect of Barcelona's success this season.

Controversial offside protocol to be reviewed after incident which left Taiwo Awoniyi needing urgent surgery on potentially fatal injury

EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN: Football's lawmakers are set to review the incident which left Taiwo Awoniyi needing surgery for a potentially life-threatening injury.

Man United and Arsenal target Jonathan David confirms he will leave Lille for FREE in the summer... with one club already in 'advanced talks' with the striker

Manchester United and Arsenal have been handed a major transfer boost as in demand striker Jonathan David has revealed he will leave Lille for free this summer once his contract expires.

Rory McIlroy sends blunt message to Bryson DeChambeau as Masters drama resurfaces

Rory McIlroy admitted he was left confused by Bryson DeChambeau’s comments about his demeanour during the final round of the Masters last month. Paired together in the final round at Augusta National, McIlroy would go on to end his long-running major drought and complete the career Grand Slam with a gripping playoff victory over Justin Rose. The Am...

Dwight Yorke tells Man Utd to sign Brighton star and axe struggling defender

'He has something about him and is exactly the character that United need.'

Better for Pearly-Thinaah to stay with BAM, says Khe Wei

Khe Wei said the structured environment, top-tier facilities and professional coaching available within BAM provide the ideal platform for Pearly and Thinaah to focus solely on their training and performance.

Mikel Arteta 'guarantees' he is on the same page as Andrea Berta

Mikel Arteta said he and new sporting director Andrea Berta are on the same page about which players Arsenal want to sign this summer.

Liverpool identify Jeremie Frimpong alternative - who has played under Arne Slot - as Bayer Leverkusen express frustration at talk of move

DOMINIC KING: Frimpong, the Bayer Leverkusen right back, has indicated that he would want to come to Anfield if Liverpool want to pursue a move and has a release clause.

Arsenal's new kit 'leaked by sleuth who climbed into their stadium's AIR VENTS'

A kit launch is normally precipitated by countless 'leaked' versions of liveries, more than half of which tend to be completely inaccurate, as expectations begin to build up.

Man United and Tottenham fans are warned they face sky-high beer prices in Bilbao for the Europa League final - after hotels were hiked by 900%!

Manchester United and Tottenham supporters have been warned to expect eye-watering prices for alcoholic beverages in Bilbao for the Europa League final.

Pep Guardiola breaks silence on meeting between Florian Wirtz and Manchester City

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola gives press conference ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final against Crystal Palace at Wembley.

Real Madrid: Xabi Alonso Wants a True No. 9 – Not Named Mbappé

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Arne Slot says it is 'time to draw a line under' Trent Alexander-Arnold situation after departing Liverpool star was BOOED by fans

The vice-captain announced his decision to leave the Anfield club last week and was booed by a section of the fanbase when he was substituted on to the pitch in the 2-2 draw with Arsenal.

Jeremie Frimpong makes decision over £29m Liverpool transfer

Jeremie Frimpong is keen on a transfer to Liverpool and there is ‘increasing confidence’ that the Bayer Leverkusen defender will make the move to Anfield, according to reports. Liverpool are in the market to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold, who will leave Arne Slot’s side when his contract expires at the end of the season and is expected to join Rea...

Man Utd legend Paul Scholes makes 'illogical' Europa League final prediction

Paul Scholes admits he has ‘no logical reason’ for predicting the team he feels will win next week’s Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham. For both clubs, their domestic campaigns have been nothing short of a disaster, with unwanted records tumbling on an almost weekly basis. Having navigated their ways to a showpiece occasio...

Jannik Sinner among first to be granted an audience with Pope Leo as world No 1 shares joke with keen tennis fan during visit to the Vatican

MATTHEW LAMBWELL: The world No1, who is into the quarter-finals of his first event since his three-month anti-doping ban expired, made the brief trip from the Foro Italico to the Vatican.

Lando Norris ditches social media to get title bid back on track after falling behind McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri in race to be world champion

JONATHAN MCEVOY IN IMOLA: Sitting in the McLaren hospitality area, the Briton's eyes are fixed on a screen showing the PGA Championship. His arms are crossed as Rory McIlroy misses a 10-footer.

Real Madrid close in on Dean Huijsen as Spanish giants agree £50m deal for Bournemouth's star defender - in transfer blow to Chelsea and Arsenal

Real Madrid are set to sign Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen after agreeing to pay the defender's £50m release clause. The Spain star's representatives flew to Madrid on Thursday.

Emmanuel Kunde dead at 68: Samuel Eto'o leads tributes as Cameroon World Cup star, who scored against England at Italia 90, passes away

Kunde was part of Cameroon's squad at two FIFA World Cups, featuring at the tournaments in Spain in 1982 and Italy in 1990, and scored against England in the quarter-finals at the latter.

Man United name their price for Marcus Rashford as they target summer sale with rival clubs ready to gazump Aston Villa for £315,000-a-week star after loan spell

CHRIS WHEELER: Rashford is under contract at Old Trafford until 2028, and as it stands is planning to return to Carrington for pre-season training at the start of July.

Sampdoria brutally mocked after historic relegation to Serie C

A dramatic fall for an iconic club in Italy.

Enzo Maresca slammed over 'very worrying' Chelsea decision

Ian Wright has accused Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca of making an ‘unacceptable’ decision at Stamford Bridge. The Blues conclude the 2024-25 campaign with three crucial games as they look to qualify for the Champions League and win the Europa Conference League. Chelsea, currently sitting fifth in the final Champions League spot, face Manchester Unit...

Premier League striker in an induced coma: Devout Christian Taiwo Awoniyi rose from poverty in Nigeria alongside childhood sweetheart - but now has family praying for him after smashing into a goalpost

Awoniyi is currently in an induced coma and receiving intensive care following 'urgent' surgery following the injury Mail Sport revealed could have been life-threatening.

'Emotional' Ferguson savours the acclaim of Ibrox fans as he leads Rangers to victory over Dundee United in his likely final home game

Barry Ferguson admitted that he was left feeling 'emotional' as he bid a probable farewell to the home crowd at Ibrox.

Sheamus reveals his true thoughts on being left off of WrestleMania 41 - as the WWE legend details the 'Holy Grail' he is chasing inside the ring

Speaking to Mail Sport this week ahead of WWE's return to the U.K and Ireland in August , Sheamus explained that he was disappointed not to feature at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas .