Finally, End Of Tough Times As Ole Gunnar Sacked By Man United And Zidane Expected To Replace Him

Tough moments for Manchester United supporters are now over since the board has concluded to fire Ole Gunnar Solsjkaer. Despite the club having one of their strongest team of all time, they have been struggling in a great way under Ole. After losing at home in the Manchester Derby, disappointment have continued with a 4-1 defeat against Watford.

They were also beaten 4 by Leicester, 5 by Liverpool, 1 by Aston Villa and a draw with Southampton and Everton. They have conceded a total of 29 goals and only Norwich has allowed more than them. This means that they have one of the poorest defence. They have kept only two clean sheet in the 12 matches played so far. 

As reported by Fabrizio, Man United board have decided to fire him after five hours internal talk. It is now confirmed that mutual agreement to part ways will be considered and discussed. They are now working on compensation and written agreement with the Norwegian. It is now over and official statement is expected in the next hours once paper work is completed.

His coaching assistants Kieran McKenna and Mike Phelan will also be relieved with him to bring in fresh staffs. Joel Glazer has further directed the scouting management to complete the talks with Zinedine Zidane as he is the one expected to replace Ole.

Manchester United will be hosting Chelsea at Old Trafford next weekend. The Blues lead the table with 29 points which 12 ahead of the Red Devils who dropped to 7 with 17 points. It is therefore crucial to sack Ole to bring in a person who can stop Chelsea and reduce the points to 9. If Tuchel win, based on their top form, the league will be long time gone. 

 

Many of our favorite footballers do not represent their main country of origin for reasons best known to them. We were only able to pick out FIFTEEN of them but we know there are still many of your favorite footballers who do not represent their main Country of origin at International level. You can also add your piece of work on the comment section about your favorite footballer not representing their Country of origin at international level.

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1.       Cristiano Ronaldo (Cape Verde) – His Mother wanted an abortion. His Father was an alcohol freak. He lived in poverty suffering from a heart problem but that didn’t stop him from being who he is today. Cristiano Ronaldo’s Family roots can be traced to a small island in Africa named Cape Verde. His great grandmother on his Father’s side, Isabelle Rosa was from Cape Verde. She left Cape Verde when she was 16 to settle in madeira where she gave birth to Ronaldo’s Grand Father after which all contribute to the birth of a true footballing icon and the rest they say is history.

2.      Kylian Mbappe (Algeria, Cameroon) – The Paris Saint Germain striker and World Cup Winner who has stunned the entire world with his amazing footballing abilities actually belongs to 3 Nationalities – Cameroon, Algeria And France. His Father was born in Cameroon while his Mother was born In Algeria but we All know his achievements with the France National Team.

3.      Paulo Dybala (Poland) – The Juventus Talisman has a Polish heritage. His maternal grandfather lived in a small village called “KRASNIOW”. During the Second world war, his grandfather was sent to a concentration camp in Argentina where he eventually grew up. The Striker dreams of visiting his ancestral beautiful land and dreams to meet with his Cousins from his Father’s side to learn about his beautiful heritage.

1.       Trent Alexander Arnold (USA) – This Player’s story is completely complicated. From his Grandmother having an affair with former Manchester United Coach And Club Legend, Sir Alex Ferguson in Glasgow after which they broke up. After they broke up, Trent’s Grandmother travelled to reside in the United States and got married. She then had a daughter named Dianne and Dianne being from both Scotland and America, gave birth to Trent Alexander Arnold. Imagine if he was Sir Alex’s Grandson?

1.       Zlatan Ibrahimovic (Bosnia And Herzegovina, Croatia) – Zlatan is a real fruit of an incredible cultural mix. His Father is from Bosnia And Herzegovina while his Mother is from Croatia. Both of his Parents moved to Sweden, got married and gave birth to the Beast, Zlatan Ibrahimovic. His parents divorced when Zlatan was only two years old but surely, these didn’t stop him from being a world class player as he is today.

1.       Antoine Griezmann (Germany, Portugal) – Putting France aside, Antoine Griezmann is connected to two other countries like Kylian Mbappe; Germany And Portugal. His Father Alla has German origins while his Mother, Isabelle Lopez is the daughter of Amaro who played in Portugal. He migrated to France in 1957. So, In Full Context, Important thanks to Griezmann’s Maternal Grandfather that made France to win the World Cup.

1.     David Silva (Japan) – David Silva left his mark on Manchester City and The Spanish National Team but all that would have been different if he decided to play for Japan Because Eva, his mother has Japanese Origins. He may still be opportune to play for the Japanese National Team if he is eligible to do so.

1.       Ross Barkley (Ofanga) (Nigeria) – Ross Barkley’s Father is a Nigerian, Peter Ofanga. Peter Abandoned His Family Nearly A Year after the birth of Barkley. A sad story which didn’t give Ross Barkley any sign of playing for the Super Eagles. He also doesn’t wear his Father’s Name “Ofanga” at the back of his shirt.

1.       Christian Pulisic (Croatia) - Christian Pulisic grew up in the United States and he even plays for the USA National Team but before going to America, his family came from Croatia. Christian’s Grandfather emigrated to America to study. He got a degree in Agricultural designing from New York University. His son played football before becoming a coach and his grandson is now playing for the USA National Team.

1.       Marco Asensio (Netherlands) – Marco Asensio Willemsen isn’t just Spanish, but yes he is called Willemsen because his mother was originally from the Netherlands. Since Marco tragically lost his Mother in 2011, he has always kept in touch with his Second Country. As it happens, he was named Marco in tribute to Dutch Legend, Marco Van Basten. Ruud Van Nisterooy even tried to lure the player to join the Dutch National Team but Marco chose Spain instead. Not a bad choice made after all.

1.       Dele Alli (Nigerian) – Dele Alli Is the son of a Nigerian Father who abandoned Alli and his Mother when he was just a week old.

1.       Virgil Van Dijk (Suriname) – Liverpool’s Dutch giant was born in Breda. His Father left their family when Virgil was 12. So, with the help of his mother the lad fought to get to where he is today. His Mother hails from Suriname. This Country was part of the Dutch Empire in the early 1900s before gaining independence in 1975. Dutch players and legends like Wijnaldum, David, Gullit, Seedorf and many others. Many Dutch with Suriname’s Origin have all become famous Footballers.

1.       Edinson Cavani (Italy) – “El Matador” is very attached to Italy. Firstly, because his Grandparents are originally from Sicily. One day, they both boarded a boat heading to Uruguay. That’s why he had to leave his Country. Edinson chose Palermo where he took his first steps in Europe before becoming a Napoli and Paris Saint Germain Legend. The striker has scored more than 300 goals in Italy and in France.

1.       Deco (Brazil, Japan) – Before he became a Portuguese Footballing Legend, you have to know one thing ; Deco Anderson Luis De Souza is Brazilian. His Portuguese came from his Father but what is even more surprising is that his Brazilian Mother has Japanese Origins. The player struck into making a Name for himself but when he was at Porto under Jose Mourinho, he made his breakthrough.

Laurent Koscielny (Poland) – The former Arsenal defender also has a very rich family history. “My Grandfather was Polish. He emigrated to France and unfortunately over time, our family gradually lost its Polish Roots.” – Laurent Koscielny, RMC, 2010. He couldn’t play for his ancestral country alongside Robert Lewandowski. But Koscielny preferred to have a career with the French team. He wasn’t able to take part of the 2018 World Cup because of a serious injury. He was so disappointed that he even admitted that he wanted to see the Blues lose but his love for his Grandfather’s country will never disappear. 

Cultural Exchanges happens all around the world. Regardless of our Culture or Origins or Religion, we are all Part of one world. What is important is sharing the same values and passion that drive us. Football is one of them.

     Monday Evening News Headlines

1. Liverpool forward Sadio Mane is in talks to invest in French fourth-tier club Bourges Foot. [Sun]

2. Leicester are said to have joined Manchester United in the transfer race for Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare. [Sun]

3. Mason Mount has handed Chelsea a huge boost by insisting he’ll be ready in time to face Atletico Madrid on Tuesday night in the Champions League after an injury scare against Southampton on Saturday afternoon. [Sun]

4. Nicolas Pepe lamented Arsenal’s “concentration problems” after they succumbed to a 1-0 loss at home by Manchester City. [Daily Mirror]

5. Manchester United’s famed production line is in full swing again with the emergence of Hannibal Mejbri, Shola Shoretire and centre-forward Joe Hugill – and it could save Ole Gunnar Solskjaer millions in the transfer market. [Daily Mail]

6. David Moyes says the presence of Declan Rice at West Ham is focusing his mind on buying even better players for the Hammers this summer as the club endeavour to build on their presence in the top six of the Premier League so far this season. [Daily Mail]

Shola Shoretire made his Manchester United debut against Newcastle United last weekend

7. 17-year-old Shola Shoretire made his first senior appearance for Manchester United on Sunday, coming on late in the game of their 3-1 win over Newcastle, and Marcus Rashford has backed the teenager to succeed. [Daily Mail]

8. Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is said to be attracting interest from Juventus, Bayern Munich and PSG amid uncertainty over his future at Old Trafford. [Daily Express]

9. Jose Mourinho’s next transfer move could come in the form of RB Leipzig captain Marcel Sabitzer, who has less than 18 months left on his contract with the Bundesliga side. [Daily Express]

 Borussia Dortmund Striker Erling Haaland has admitted that his two goals in the Champions League against Sevilla was inspired by Kylian Mbappe’s hat-trick, Solid Guy Magazines reports. 

Haaland has revealed he became more motivated after Mbappe’s performance in Paris Saint-Germain’s 4-1 win against Barcelona.

Mbappe ended Barcelona on Tuesday at the Nou Camp with a beautiful hat-trick to almost secure PSG’s place in the next round.

On Wednesday, it was Haaland’s turn to show his quality as he scored twice and provided an assit in Borussia Dortmund’s 3-2 win against Sevilla.

After the Sevilla match, Haaland admitted Mbappe’s Hat-trick at the Nou Camp gave him more motivation.


The 20-year-old told Viaplay: ‘It feels great to score goals.

‘I love to play in the Champions League and after I saw Mbappe score his hat-trick yesterday I got more motivation.

‘He scored some fantastic goals.’

Haaland’s goalscoring record has attracted interest from top European clubs interested in signing him.

Asked how he felt about the rumours, he said: ‘It feels nice when someone wants you.’

Haaland and Mbappe are now showing the World the next potential stars to dominate World Football over the next 10 years, when Messi and Ronaldo retire.

Haaland’s quick brace for BVB moved him to 18 goals in 13 Champions League games.

The Norwegian is on track to overtake Mbappe as the player with the most goals in Europe’s top competition before 21 years old.

Haaland has now scored 10 times for Borussia Dortmund in seven Champions League matches.

Manchester United To Start Transfer Talk With Jadon Sancho Anytime Soon

"He's beginning to click again. He looks really sharp, he looks up for it. By all accounts, he's had a really good, small, winter break. A few days off where he's come back full of energy. And you can see it on the pitch. And I think the debates or the names being mentioned will increase again, because his form is picking up again.

"But everybody in Dortmund knows nothing will happen in January, the player is not agitating for a move, there's a very clear agreement that transfers of that magnitude at Dortmund will only happen in the summer.

"There was a big transfer announced in January a couple of years ago. That was Christian Pulisic [to Chelsea]. But remember, even his deal was the deal for the summer.

"So no one's stopping United, if they went out, and felt really confident, to say, 'let's do this deal now, let's make sure we get in now'. And maybe then announce it at the end of January. That's inherently possible.

"We just haven't seen or heard anything to suggest that they are indeed ready and willing to come back to that negotiation at the moment. I think everyone at Dortmund is under no illusions that the player wants to leave.

"But they think that the offers and the real negotiations will start closer to towards spring when clubs are perhaps in a better position to understand how much money they'll have available for their transfer window in the summer."

Manchester United Who Have Been In The Pursuit Of Jadon Sancho Since The Beginning Of The Transfer Window Might Apparently Switch Their Faces To Real Madrid Player And Golfer, Welsh International, Gareth Bale. The Welsh Lad Who Is Currently On A Salary Of $600000 Per Week Might Have His Cost Reduced Just To Leave The Club.

Bale Has Fallen Under The Pecking Order Of The Spanish Giants And Even Refused To Carry The La Liga Trophy When His Team Won It Last Season.

The 31 Year Old Might Leave Real Madrid For Only £20M Which the United Board Have Found As A Good Alternative to Jadon Sancho.

Do You Think Bale Should Go To Manchester United?

Real Madrid Wingback, Sergio Regulion Has Been Linked To Manchester United For Close To 3 Weeks And It Felt Like United Were Close To Securing The Player's Signature After Beating Sevilla On Pricing Terms. Manchester United Apparently Dropped A Bid Of £30M + Add-Ons While Sevilla Have Dropped A Bid Of £20M + Add-Ons.

Sergio Regulion Sustained An Ankle Injury During Spain's Thrashing Of Ukraine In Their Nations League Encounter And United Are Apparently Looking For Another Option So As To Put Pressure On Aaron Wan Bissaka To Perform.

Alex Telles Has Been Chosen As Maybe Regulion's Replacement As According To Our Sources, Alex Telles's Agent Has Apparently Arrived At The United Kingdom To Push And Finalise The Move To United. The FC Porto Player Was Very Influential During Last Season For Porto And Helped Them Book a Spot In Europe.

Who Would You Want To See At United, Regulion Or Telles?

 Former Manchester United Striker, Alexis Sanchez Said In An Instagram Live Video That On His First Day Of Training Was When He knew That Manchester United Wasn't His Place At All.

He Mentioned That After The Training Session, Only His Agent Could Be Able From Stopping Him From Tearing Up His Contract.

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He Also Mentioned In The Interview That He Had A Quarrel With Mason Greenwood When he Resumed Back Before His Permanent Transfer To Inter because He Felt That Greenwood Didnt Show Him Respect.

Manchester United Head Coach, Ole Gunna Solskjaer Intervened And Scolded Sanchez Because He Felt That Greenwood Was The Future Of Manchester United. 

HENDERSON SIGNS NEW DEAL

Manchester United is delighted to announce that Dean Henderson has signed a new contract, which will keep him at the club until June 2025, with the option to extend for a further year.

Henderson, who has been named in the England squad for the upcoming September internationals, is a product of United’s Academy and has been at the club since the age of 14.

The goalkeeper kept 13 clean sheets in the Premier League last season, the joint-third highest in the division, and was nominated for the Premier League Young Player of the Season award.




Dean Henderson has signed a new long-term deal with the Reds.

Dean Henderson said: “The pathway that I have been on for the past five years has been fantastic for my development and the invaluable loan period at Sheffield United has been part of that.

“The goalkeeping department at United is excellent; there are three top-level goalkeepers who have achieved so much in the game and I look forward to working with the group. The faith that the manager and the club have shown in me with this contract means a lot to me and will continue my progression as a goalkeeper.

“I’ll be giving everything to improve every day so that I can play as many games as possible for this great club.

“Now I am looking forward to joining up with the England squad and then preparing for the season ahead.”

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said: “We are delighted that Dean has signed his new contract. He had another great season at Sheffield United, where he gained a lot of experience and grew both as a player and a person.

“Dean is a fantastic young keeper with the attitude and work-rate to keep improving every day.

“We are in a strong position within the goalkeeping department and that gives us the competition for places that we are looking for in the squad. Dean is another great example of the type of player who has come through the Academy and truly understands what it means to be at Manchester United.

“We are all looking forward to working with Dean and continuing to develop his talent.”

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