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Daily Mirror
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Man City reject Premier League request and stunned by suggestion amid 115 charges
Premier League content creators reportedly asked Manchester City if they would work with comedian who has previously mocked Pep Guardiola and the club's financial battle with league Manchester City were asked by Premier League content creators if they would collaborate with a comedian who has previously mocked Pep Guardiola, it has been claimed. But City have politely declined the bizarre request while the wait for a verdict on the 115 charges brought by the league against the club because of alleged financial misdemeanours drags on. The Daily Mail report that City were "flabbergasted" after Premier League content staff suggested they combine with comic Conor Moore. Irishman Moore has also previously imitated Roy Keane in viral clips and in one video in which he wears a bald cap and grey Puma jumper, he pokes fun at Guardiola and the charges laid against City. Moore pretends to be Guardiola fending questions at a press conference and is asked if he has made any new signings. "We know in the last few days we have to reinforce and we have done that, especially on our bench," he says. "We have signed four barristers, eight lawyers and a judge." Neither the club nor Premier League have commented but, according to the Mail, 'Moore's mickey-taking over the issue that has rocked football 'slipped through the net' at the Premier League end.' There remains no indication of an imminent ruling into the charges against City for offences that could, if proven, see the club kicked out of the Premier League - despite the hearing finishing several months ago. Several suggested dates of a decision being announced have passed by without any development and there is an expectation that appeals will be lodged delaying an outcome further. City enter the new season with a revamped midfield as they look to grasp the Premier League trophy back from the hands of rivals Liverpool. Guardiola's squad has had £120.5m of investment already this summer - though that is some way shy of the £195m plundered by Arsenal and the reigning champions' £300m outlay.
The National
9 hours ago
- Sport
- The National
Guardiola's Man City verdict on Celtic target Simpson-Pusey
The Parkhead club have reportedly made a loan offer for Simpson-Pusey, who made his first English Premier League appearance for City back in November 2024. The youngster started and played the full 90 minutes in a 2-1 loss away to Brighton and Hove Albion. Despite the result, Guardiola was rather complimentary of Simpson-Pusey post-match. He said [One Football]: "The guy [Simpson-Pusey] played really good, the young lad again, with this composure and duels and everything was good. It's not easy for him. Read more: "Normally the young lads, they must come in with support from the team, with Rodri in front of them, right? With the best Kyle [Walker], and defenders, and now we support him. "Now he's playing in a position that is difficult for him but he performed unbelievable. "We have a central defender to help us for the future, for the next years. I'm really pleased. Always there is good news when the situation goes bad, and this is one of them." Brendan Rodgers already has the likes of Cameron Carter-Vickers, Liam Scales, Auston Trusty, Dane Murray and Stephen Welsh available to him in the centre of defence, although he appears keen to bolster his options before the end of the summer transfer window.
Daily Mail
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Man City stunned by Premier League suggestion to partner with comedian who MOCKED the club and Pep Guardiola over their 115 charges
The Premier League asked Manchester City if they would enter into a collaboration with a comedian who has repeatedly mocked the club and its manager over the 115 charges. Officials at the Etihad Stadium were left stunned when counterparts at the league suggested they work with impressionist Conor Moore. The Irishman is known for his humorous takes of the likes of compatriot Roy Keane - but on a number of occasions he has mercilessly poked fun at Guardiola and City, whose legal war with the Premier League rages on. In one sketch, Moore dons a bald cap and grey sweatshirt to imitate Guardiola in a mocked-up press conference. The City manager is asked if he has made any signings in recent times. 'We know in the last few days we have to reinforce and we have done that, especially on our bench,' he responds, with a cheeky nod to the ongoing case which has seen City charged with 115 alleged breaches of the Premier League's spending rules. 'We have signed four barristers, eight lawyers and a judge.' It is understood that those who work on content at the Premier League thought City could bring in Moore to do impressions with their players while they watched, with footage then being shared by the pair. But Mail Sport understands the request was politely turned down by flabbergasted City officials. Both City and the Premier League declined to comment but sources disclosed that Moore's mickey-taking over the issue that has rocked football 'slipped through the net' at the Premier League end. Both the Premier League and Man City declined to comment, but sources disclosed that Moore's mickey-taking over the issue that has rocked football 'slipped through the net' at the Premier League end City have previously worked with Greeters Guild president Troy Hawke, with the 1930s inspired character welcoming players as they arrived for their US tour. Another Moore video titled: 'Pep Guardiola goes to court!!! MAN CITY CHARGED!' portrays the Spaniard as the accused and features the comedian, in the same outfit, stood in the dock. 'Are you the man who spent £100m on Jack Grealish?' Guardiola is asked, to canned laughter. He is then told he has many victims, with Moore first impersonating ex-Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho. 'At the time I blame Luke Shaw and I blame Paul Pogba but in truth they could do nothing,' the Portuguese says. 'We were never going to catch City and now I know why.' Moore then portrays former Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers. 'Steven Gerrard slipped on his hole and we lost the league by two points,' he says. 'I lost my job and I went from managing a team of wonderful characters and great technicians to managing Leicester City…' Next up is another ex-Liverpool boss, Jurgen Klopp, as the merciless mickey-taking continues. One skit saw Moore impersonate former Man United boss Jose Mourinho and ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, who were billed as victims of Man City and Guardiola 'If Man City didn't cheat we'd be champions in 2019,' he says. 'If Man City didn't cheat we'd be champions in 2021, if Man City didn't cheat we'd be champions in 2022 and if Darwin Nunez didn't miss so many chances we could be champions in 2023…' Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who replaced Mourinho at Old Trafford, delivers the next victim impact statement. 'I could have been Premier League champion,' he says. 'It would have been fantastic but Man City obviously cheated and I became a laughing stock.' Both City and the Premier League continue to wait for a verdict to the long-running saga. City were charged after a four-year investigation and referred to an independent commission in February 2023.
Daily Mail
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Pep Guardiola opens up on wanting to retire 'to watch COWS' when he leaves role as Man City manager
Pep Guardiola has opened up on his future as Man City manager with a strange analogy. Having dropped the bombshell that his plans for when he leaves are 'decided', the Spaniard explained his thinking with a phrase his grandfather used to use. The 54-year-old told GQ Espana: 'I know that after this stage with City I'm going to stop, that's for sure, it's decided, more than decided. I don't know how long I'll stop for, a year, two years, three years, five, ten, fifteen, I don't know. 'But I'm going to stop after this stage with City, because I need to stop and focus on myself, on my body, on... In Catalan, they say badar. Badar, badar, badar... I want to do this, simply stop and watch the cows go by when the train goes by. 'My grandfather used to say, you look at me like cows watch the train go by. Well, that's it, you have to stop and watch it go by. 'And then life... I had never thought that I would coach, that I would go to Germany to coach, to England, and be the coach of Barcelona, or that I would play for Barcelona. 'We think we're in control, but no, something's bound to happen that'll put something in front of me, and I'll say: "Oh, do I want to do this or not?" And if not, well, I'll figure it out. And I think my plan now is this: stop, stop... And then we'll see.' As City suffered a dramatic slump in form during the midway point of last season, speculation mounted that Guardiola would call time on his illustrious spell in charge of the club. It is understood that club chiefs began tentative planning for a future without the Catalan in charge, while Guardiola received contact from the FA about the then-vacant England job. However, in November the former Barcelona boss agreed an extension to his current deal with the club, keeping him at the Etihad until 2027. While speculation has consistently linked Guardiola with some of the top jobs in world football after his time in Manchester comes to an end, the 54-year-old recently revealed that he will instead look to step away from football when the time comes. Guardiola also reflected on his decision to leave Barcelona in 2012 after leading the club to 14 trophies during his four seasons in charge at the Nou Camp. He continued: 'I think I know how to stop at the right moment. The same thing happened to me with my coaching job [at Barcelona], there came a time when I said enough is enough. I'm going to look for another challenge.' Despite a dismal period that saw them drop as low as seventh in the Premier League table, Guardiola's side recovered to ultimately secure Champions League football. 'When you win six Premier Leagues, there comes a time when you go down,' he added. 'That's human nature. Then, we probably should have moved more players, but it's very easy to say that afterwards...' With the return of the Premier League now just weeks away, City have wasted little time strengthening their squad in the transfer market. Algerian defender Rayan Ait-Nouri completed a £33.7million move to the Etihad from Wolves last month, with Lyon winger Rayan Cherki following days later. City have also completed the signings of Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan and Norwegian midfielder Sverre Nypan from Rosenberg. However, while Guardiola's squad is brimming with talent, the question of who will start between the sticks for the Citizens next season remains a mystery. Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson has long been the club's No 1 but has been increasingly linked with a move away from the club. Meanwhile Ederson's long-time understudy Stefan Ortega is expected to leave City this summer in search of first-team minutes. As a result, the club are reportedly prepared to re-sign 22-year-old James Trafford from Burnley. Trafford emerged from City's academy before joining the Clarets in a deal that included a 'matching clause' allowing City first refusal to match any bid offered by a rival suitor. Guardiola's side have reportedly done just that after igniting their interest in Trafford recently, with the goalkeeper in favour of a move to City over Newcastle. The deal is expected to be completed soon.
Glasgow Times
19 hours ago
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Tuesday's briefing: England set for open-top bus parade as Carabao Cup kicks off
Sarina Wiegman led the calls for further investment in the women's game to ensure her adopted country remains a 'trailblazer' for the sport. England's celebrations continue on Tuesday with an open-top bus parade through central London. And the Carabao Cup returns as Barnet host Newport on Tuesday night in the newly-created preliminary round. Touch down for Lionesses The smiles of champions 😁🏆 — Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 28, 2025 The back-to-back European Championship winners were greeted by hundreds of fans at Southend Airport upon their arrival on Monday afternoon. Captain Leah Williamson was first to step off the plane, which was branded with the word 'home' on it, with the trophy alongside head coach Wiegman. Champions visit Downing Street History makers 🏴 — UK Prime Minister (@10DowningStreet) July 28, 2025 Crowds lined the street to cheer the Lionesses as they arrived at Downing Street just before 7pm for a special reception hosted by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and sports minister Stephanie Peacock. Number 10 was decorated for the occasion with St George's flags draped over the windows and bunting along the railings. After the England squad lined up for a picture outside Number 10 and took selfies inside, boss Wiegman addressed those in attendance. 'We need some more investment,' Wiegman insisted. 'We're not there yet. In England we're up there but England needs to stay the trailblazer, it needs to be the big example. The players first but also the FA, the clubs, the Government, the country, the fans – let's keep being the trailblazers.' Guardiola planning break Man City boss Pep Guardiola (Adam Davy/PA) Pep Guardiola revealed his plans for the future as a recent interview with GQ Spain was published. The Catalan has been at Manchester City since 2016 and ended speculation over his future last season when he signed a new contract to run for another two years. However, Guardiola told GQ: 'I know that after this stage with City I'm going to stop, that's for sure. 'It's decided, more than decided. I don't know how long I'll stop for, a year, two years, three years, five, 10, 15, I don't know. But I will leave after this spell with City because I need to stop and focus on myself.' Transfers edge closer Luis Diaz has left Liverpool's training base in Tokyo to finalise his move to Bayern Munich (Mike Egerton/PA) Luis Diaz took another step towards a 75 million euro (£65m) move to Bayern Munich after he left Liverpool's training camp in Japan. A deal between the two clubs was struck on Sunday and a day later Diaz was given permission to head to Germany for a medical. Other transfers continue to be negotiated with Tottenham youngster Mikey Moore seemingly set for a season-long loan at Rangers, while Jan Bednarek ended his eight-year stay at Southampton after he agreed to join Porto. What's on today? The Lionesses' celebrations continue as they will go on an open-top bus parade through central London along The Mall and end at Buckingham Palace. There is action elsewhere, though, as the Carabao Cup begins. Barnet will host Newport on Tuesday night in the newly-created preliminary round – due to nine Premier League clubs being in Europe and therefore not involved in the first two rounds – with the winner set to host Millwall next week.
