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Irish Independent
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Liverpool set Caoimhín Kelleher price tag as Brentford make move for Ireland goalkeeper
Current Bees No 1 Mark Flekken set to depart Londoners for Erik ten Hag's Bayer Leverkusen Brentford are among the clubs interested in signing Caoimhín Kelleher, with Liverpool wanting at least £20m for the Cork-born goalkeeper. Ireland number one Kelleher will soon enter the last year of his contract at Anfield and is expected to leave in search of regular first-team football.
Sinar Daily
4 days ago
- Sport
- Sinar Daily
Ex-Man Utd coach Erik ten Hag takes over at Leverkusen
Ten Hag replaced the Real Madrid-bound Xabi Alonso, who led Leverkusen to their first Bundesliga title in 2023-24 while adding the German Cup. 27 May 2025 09:04am The new head coach of German Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen, Erik ten Hag delivers a press conference in Leverkusen, western Germany, on May 26, 2025. Hag will take over as head coach of German Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen, with a contract running until June 30, 2027, the club announced on May 26, 2025. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER / AFP) BERLIN - Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said he wanted to "build something" after taking over as head coach of Bayer Leverkusen on Monday. Ten Hag replaced the Real Madrid-bound Xabi Alonso, who led Leverkusen to their first Bundesliga title in 2023-24 while adding the German Cup. The new head coach of German Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen, Erik ten Hag delivers a press conference in Leverkusen, western Germany, on May 26, 2025. Hag will take over as head coach of German Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen, with a contract running until June 30, 2027, the club announced on May 26, 2025. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER / AFP) Leverkusen were unable to keep up the same pace this season, but still finished Bundesliga runners-up to Bayern Munich and qualified for next season's Champions League. Ten Hag has worked in German football before, spending two years in charge of Bayern Munich's reserve team from 2013. The 55-year-old Dutchman won the FA Cup and League Cup in his two full seasons at United and led the club to third in the Premier League in 2022-23. United launched a review last summer and interviewed other candidates after they finished eighth in the Premier League, only to decide to stick with Ten Hag. But after a poor start to the season he was sacked on October 28 following a 2-1 defeat at West Ham. Ten Hag rejected suggestions his time at United was unhappy, telling reporters his time at Old Trafford had been a "real pleasure", but added: "It's in the past. I want to look forward and build something, with new energy." "I want to win, but in a specific style and manner. Dominant football, attractive football, which excites people. That's what we have here." Before United, Ten Hag helped Ajax to win three Dutch league titles. The new head coach of German Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen, Erik ten Hag (C), Simon Rolfes (L) and Fernando Carro (R) are seen after a press conference at the BayArena in Leverkusen, western Germany, on May 26, 2025. Hag will take over as head coach of German Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen, with a contract running until June 30, 2027, the club announced on May 26, 2025. (Photo by Ina FASSBENDER / AFP) Ten Hag has signed a two-year contract. "With Erik ten Hag we have brought in an experienced coach with impressive success on the pitch," Leverkusen's sporting managing director Simon Rolfes said in a statement, calling his success at Ajax "exceptional". "With three league titles and two domestic cup wins he and Ajax dominated Dutch football from 2018 to 2022. "And Erik demonstrated his quality as a coach with the ensuing success at Manchester United under difficult circumstances at times," added Rolfes. German media reported Leverkusen were also interested in Cesc Fabregas, coach of Serie A side Como, but the former Barcelona and Arsenal player elected to stay in Italy. 'Attractive challenge' Real Madrid announced on Sunday that Alonso will replace Carlo Ancelotti as coach in a long-expected move. Alonso starred as a player for Real. He will take over on June 1 in order to lead the Spanish giants at the Club World Cup in the United States. Alonso worked wonders at Leverkusen, taking the serial underachievers to the Bundesliga title for the first time in their 120-year history, despite having never managed at the top level. Under Alonso, Leverkusen won the league title without losing a match in 2023-24; no club, not even the best Bayern sides or Jurgen Klopp's barnstorming Dortmund side, had gone through a league season without defeat. Ten Hag faces a summer rebuild in Leverkusen, with several Bundesliga-winning stars heading out of the door. Centre-back Jonathan Tah has already confirmed his exit after 10 years at the club, with Bayern his likely destination. Midfield playmaker Florian Wirtz and wing back Jeremie Frimpong also look set to leave, with Rolfes confirming on Monday that Liverpool had shown "concrete interest" in Wirtz. Liverpool are reportedly also set to snap up Frimpong. While Tah will leave on a free transfer, Wirtz and Frimpong will command high fees, giving the Dutchman money to work with. Asked if he had already drawn up a transfer wishlist, Ten Hag said: "I have many wishes." Ten Hag will seek to rebuild Leverkusen alongside his own reputation, which took a hit during an unhappy time at United. Calling Leverkusen "one of the best clubs in Germany," Ten Hag said he wanted to "continue the ambition shown in recent years". "It's an attractive challenge to set up something together in this period of change and develop an ambitious team," he added. - AFP More Like This Newly appointed Real Madrid's coach Xabi Alonso gives a press conference during his official presentation at Real Madrid Sports City in Valdebebas, near Madrid, on May 26, 2025. Real Madrid announced in a statement on May 25, 2025, that Xabi Alonso has been appointed the new coach of Real Madrid with the 43-year-old Spaniard to take over from June 1, and lead the team at the Club World Cup. "Xabi Alonso will be the Real Madrid coach for the next three seasons, from June 1, 2025 until June 30, 2028,". (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP)
Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
No Champions League football could benefit Manchester United, says Ruben Amorim
The United boss thinks missing out on European football could be good for the club (Image via AP) Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has suggested that missing out on Champions League football could benefit the club's rebuilding efforts, following their worst Premier League season since 1974 and worst-ever in the Premier League era, where they finished 15th and lost the Europa League final to Tottenham Hotspur. The Portuguese coach, who replaced Erik ten Hag mid-season, spoke at a press conference in Kuala Lumpur ahead of Wednesday's friendly against a Southeast Asian XI. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! United failed to secure Champions League qualification and its financial benefits after losing 1-0 to Spurs in the Europa League final. "I have to say that for us not to be in the Champions League could be an advantage to perform better, to prepare better for games, to build that core that we need for the future," said Amorim. "So I think it's a good thing for us to take advantage not to have European games," he said. Bombay Sport Exchange Ep 5: Shane Watson on how IPL gave him a lifeline & his tribute to Phil Hughes While the squad is in need of a rebuild, missing out on top-tier European football and the already existing predicament of cutbacks by owners INEOS means that the manager will find it difficult to bring in players of his choice over the summer. "The target for now is to win the first game. We have a lot to do during this summer. We have to prepare the team," he said. "When you are Manchester United, people are going to expect us to be at the top. But we have to understand the context. I don't want the team to think about a big target, just a small target by winning the first game and then to the second game," the United boss stated ahead of the friendly. Poll Do you think missing out on Champions League football will benefit Manchester United's rebuilding efforts? Yes, it will help focus on rebuilding No, it's a setback for the team It depends on future performance Not sure The club's post-season friendlies in Malaysia and Hong Kong are expected to generate approximately $10 million (£7.8m) in revenue, as per reports. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
France 24
4 days ago
- Sport
- France 24
Amorim says Champions League absence could benefit Man Utd
The Portuguese coach addressed the media in the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur fresh from United's worst season since 1974, having come 15th in the Premier League. They missed out on a Champions League lifeline -- and with it a financial windfall -- by losing to fellow strugglers Spurs 1-0 in the Europa League final last week. "I have to say that for us not to be in the Champions League could be an advantage to perform better, to prepare better for games, to build that core that we need for the future," said Amorim, who replaced Erik ten Hag during the season but failed to spark a turnaround. "So I think it's a good thing for us to take advantage not to have European games," added Amorim, whose phone alarm went off during the press conference ahead of Wednesday's friendly against a Southeast Asian XI, sparking laughter among members of the media. With money tight to get the right players in over the summer for his favoured formation, Amorim faces a stiff task to get United back among the elite next season. "The target for now is to win the first game. We have a lot to do during this summer. We have to prepare the team," he said. "When you are Manchester United, people are going to expect us to be at the top. But we have to understand the context. "I don't want the team to think about a big target, just a small target by winning the first game and then to the second game," added Amorim, who hinted he could give the fringe players a chance in their first post-season friendly. United hope friendlies in Malaysia and against Hong Kong on Friday will bring in some much-needed revenue, with the BBC reporting that the trip will generate about $10 million (£7.8m) for the club. Midfielder Mason Mount insisted he was delighted to arrive in steamy Kuala Lumpur despite jetting off just hours after the 2-0 win over Aston Villa on Sunday. Fans gathered at Kuala Lumpur's airport to welcome the team on Monday evening. "We got off the plane, there were hundreds of people waiting for us to take pictures and welcome us to the country. We're excited to be over here and obviously looking forward to the game tomorrow," he said. Highs of 37 degrees Celsius (99 Fahrenheit) are forecast in Kuala Lumpur this week and thunderstorms predicted on the day of the game at the 84,000-capacity Bukit Jalil national stadium.
Straits Times
5 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Ex-Man United coach Erik ten Hag takes over at Leverkusen
Erik ten Hag speaks during a press conference to announce his appointment as Bayer Leverkusen head coach. PHOTO: AFP BERLIN – Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said he wanted to 'build something' after taking over as head coach of Bayer Leverkusen on May 26. The Dutchman replaced the Real Madrid-bound Xabi Alonso, who led Leverkusen to their first Bundesliga title in 2023-24 while adding the German Cup. Leverkusen were unable to keep up the same pace this season, but still finished Bundesliga runners-up to Bayern Munich and qualified for next season's Champions League. Ten Hag has worked in German football before, spending two years in charge of Bayern's reserve team from 2013. The 55-year-old won the FA Cup and League Cup in his two full seasons at United. The Red Devils launched a review last summer and interviewed other candidates after they finished eighth in the Premier League, only to decide to stick with ten Hag. But after a poor start to the season he was sacked on Oct 28. Ten Hag rejected suggestions his tenure at United was unhappy, telling reporters his time at Old Trafford had been a 'real pleasure', but added: 'It's in the past. I want to look forward and build something, with new energy. 'I want to win, but in a specific style and manner. Dominant football, attractive football, which excites people. That's what we have here.' Before United, ten Hag helped Ajax to win three Dutch league titles. He has signed a two-year contract with Leverkusen. 'With Erik ten Hag we have brought in an experienced coach with impressive success on the pitch,' Leverkusen's sporting managing director Simon Rolfes said, calling his success at Ajax 'exceptional'. 'With three league titles and two domestic Cup wins he and Ajax dominated Dutch football from 2018 to 2022. 'And Erik demonstrated his quality as a coach with the ensuing success at Manchester United under difficult circumstances at times.' German media reported Leverkusen were also interested in Cesc Fabregas, coach of Serie A side Como, but the former Barcelona and Arsenal player elected to stay in Italy. Real announced on May 25 that Alonso will replace Carlo Ancelotti as coach in a long-expected move. Alonso starred as a player for Real. He will take over on June 1 in order to lead the Spanish giants at the Club World Cup in the United States. Alonso worked wonders at Leverkusen, taking the serial underachievers to the Bundesliga title for the first time in their 120-year history, despite having never managed at the top level. Under the Spaniard, Leverkusen won the league title without losing a match in 2023-24; no club, not even the best Bayern sides or Jurgen Klopp's barnstorming Dortmund side, had gone through a league season without defeat. Ten Hag, meanwhile, faces a summer rebuild, with several Bundesliga-winning stars heading out of the door. Centre-back Jonathan Tah has already confirmed his exit after 10 years at the club, with Bayern his likely destination. Midfield playmaker Florian Wirtz and wing back Jeremie Frimpong also look set to leave, with Rolfes confirming that Liverpool had shown 'concrete interest' in Wirtz. Liverpool are reportedly also set to snap up Frimpong. Asked if he had already drawn up a transfer wishlist, ten Hag said: 'I have many wishes.' Calling Leverkusen 'one of the best clubs in Germany', he added that he wanted to 'continue the ambition shown in recent years'. 'It's an attractive challenge to set up something together in this period of change and develop an ambitious team,' he said. AFP Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
