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Scottish Sun
6 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Man City promise biggest transfer spree yet starting NEXT WEEK despite Premier League hearing over 130 charges looming
MANCHESTER CITY have warned Prem rivals they plan to build their greatest trophy-winning team. After a first season without a major domestic trophy since 2016-17, chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak vowed 'incredible' striker Erling Haaland will spearhead a decade of glory. 4 Erling Haaland signed a new 10-year deal in January and Man City expect him to be the main man in another successful decade Credit: Getty 4 Man City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak says Haaland will be 'at the heart' of a evial by the dethroned Prem champs Credit: Getty In his address to supporters, the City chief also: Revealed the club messed up by not being 'aggressive' enough in last summer's transfer market Conceded it led to the most 'challenging' campaign since their big-money 2008 takeover at City Promised a mega spending spree from next week to boost their Club World Cup bid Insisted his bond of 'trust' with boss Pep Guardiola means this season is a one-off blip. Guardiola lifted 15 trophies before this season's duck. But Khaldoon declared: 'We will be back and the aim is to build something even better. Erling is the most prolific striker in the world. "We have him completely bought in to everything that is City. 'He's an incredible talent, an incredible person and at the right age. When we look at the next ten years, Erling is at the heart of what we are building. 'History is great — but then there's a new page to write. The future is about what we can do together. How we can keep winning. 'We've been working and preparing for next season since January. 'We'll take all the good things and the not so good things from this season, learn from it, improve and get better.' 4 Manager Pep Guardiola and Khaldoon celebrated winning the 2024 Prem crown but had to settle for a third-place finish this term Credit: Getty BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK His end-of-season club interview made no mention of the charges of 130 financial rule breaches — vehemently denied by City. These are still being considered by an independent commission. AC Milan drop major hint over Kyle Walker's future after Man City star's loan transfer And Khaldoon told fans: 'The beauty of football is there's always a new season. And today we get to turn this page. 'The season that just passed is behind us. The records are there. What we achieved and what we haven't. And it's basically black and white. 'Many circumstances just didn't work our way. 'Last summer, we probably should have been more aggressive in some changes we needed to do. 'We didn't do that and it ended up costing us. We already started that team rebuild in January.' City spent £172million in the winter window on forward Omar Marmoush from Frankfurt — plus defenders Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis and Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez. Norwegian superstar Haaland also penned a new mega-money, ten-year deal in January. And that will NOT be the end of their spending as Khaldoon said: 'We've identified who are the targets, in what positions, and have clear No 1 and No 2 options. 'We'll go about our business and it will be very clear, very swift. 'Our objective is to be ready with the new squad for the Club World Cup.'
The Irish Sun
6 hours ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Man City promise biggest transfer spree yet starting NEXT WEEK despite Premier League hearing over 130 charges looming
MANCHESTER CITY have warned Prem rivals they plan to build their greatest trophy-winning team. After a first season without a major domestic trophy since 2016-17, chairman 4 Erling Haaland signed a new 10-year deal in January and Man City expect him to be the main man in another successful decade Credit: Getty 4 Man City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak says Haaland will be 'at the heart' of a evial by the dethroned Prem champs Credit: Getty In his address to supporters, the City chief also: Revealed the club messed up by not being 'aggressive' enough in last summer's transfer market Conceded it led to the most 'challenging' campaign since their big-money 2008 takeover at City Promised a mega spending spree from next week to boost their Club World Cup bid Insisted his bond of 'trust' with boss Pep Guardiola means this season is a one-off blip. Guardiola lifted 15 trophies before this season's duck. But Khaldoon declared: 'We will be back and the aim is to build something even better. Erling is the most prolific striker in the world. "We have him completely bought in to everything that is City. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS 'He's an incredible talent, an incredible person and at the right age. When we look at the next ten years, Erling is at the heart of what we are building. 'History is great — but then there's a new page to write. The future is about what we can do together. How we can keep winning. 'We've been working and preparing for next season since January. 'We'll take all the good things and the not so good things from this season, learn from it, improve and get better.' Most read in Football 4 Manager Pep Guardiola and Khaldoon celebrated winning the 2024 Prem crown but had to settle for a third-place finish this term Credit: Getty BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK His end-of-season club interview made no mention of the charges of 130 financial rule breaches — vehemently denied by These are still being considered by an independent commission. AC Milan drop major hint over Kyle Walker's future after Man City star's loan transfer And Khaldoon told fans: 'The beauty of football is there's always a new season. And today we get to turn this page. 'The season that just passed is behind us. The records are there. What we achieved and what we haven't. And it's basically black and white. 'Many circumstances just didn't work our way. 'Last summer, we probably should have been more aggressive in some changes we needed to do. 'We didn't do that and it ended up costing us. We already started that team rebuild in January.' City spent £172million in the winter window on forward Norwegian superstar Haaland also penned a new mega-money, ten-year deal in January. And that will NOT be the end of their spending as Khaldoon said: 'We've identified who are the targets, in what positions, and have clear No 1 and No 2 options. 'We'll go about our business and it will be very clear, very swift. 'Our objective is to be ready with the new squad for the 4 Guardiola's City sealed a 2023 Treble with Champions League glory Credit: PA
The Irish Sun
7 hours ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Luke Littler narrowly avoids being hit by object thrown at him while on O2 stage during Premier League Darts finals
LUKE LITTLER avoided being hit on the O2 Arena stage by an unidentified flying object before enjoying a sensational comeback over Gerwyn Price. The Nuke booked his spot in the final with a 2 Luke Littler saw off Gerwyn Price in the Premier League semi-finals Credit: Reuters 2 The match was almost marred after something was thrown at Littler from the crowd Credit: Phil Lanning Follow the Premier League Darts Final with our LIVE BLOG As he walked on to the oche, A sponsored foam finger was thrown at the defending world champion, hitting him on the knee, as he stood by his table. And as the 18-year-old bent over to pick it up, another item was launched at him by someone in the crowd. READ MORE ON DARTS It was lucky that it did not hit the tungsten teenager from Warrington as it was thrown with some force by a punter. Had it made impact, it could have marred his appearance in the climax to the 17-week Prem. Both Price, 40, and Littler helped each other to kick the missile off the stage before they had their nine warm-up throws. Littler – Most read in Darts After going backstage and having a drink, he regrouped and then won six of the next seven legs to inflict pain on the Iceman, who had won six of their previous eight encounters. It was a stunning comeback and showed why he is the best player in the world. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Littler said: 'The first ten legs I went 6-4 down. As soon as Gezzy hit the double five to go 6-4 up, I went off stage. 'I needed to get myself up for it. The first five or six legs I was nervous. So going into the break it was not what I wanted. Fans sing along to Luke Littler's walk-on song as darts star shares footage from stage 'I knew myself, especially after last year, I love coming on after having a break. 'I just relaxed myself and got the job done. I stormed off stage as soon as Gez went 6-4 up. 'That was in my own head, I just had to. I sat down, had a drink and cooled myself down. 'I said: 'You know you can do it. You love to come on after a break.' I got the job done. 'I will admit it, I was very nervous. I didn't remember much from last year, but this crowd, they were unbelievable. They got me over the line. 'I just know myself I can relax now and watch the first 10 legs of the other semi-final.'
Scottish Sun
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Leicester City ‘face starting Championship season with TWELVE-point deduction after alleged £17m in PSR breaches'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LEICESTER CITY are facing a huge points deduction for next season if found guilty of breaching PSR rules. The Foxes were relegated back to the Championship last month following a dismal Premier League campaign. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Relegated Leicester are facing a hefty points deduction for next season Credit: Getty And they could begin the 2024/25 season in the second tier playing catch-up. The Premier League issued charges last week alleging a PSR breach of over £17million across a three-year period. According to the iPaper, Leicester could be hit with a MINIMUM 12-POINT penalty if found guilty. EFL guidelines state that 12 points should be docked for a PSR breach. Deductions are then applied on a sliding scale if the breach is less than £15m. The Prem are reportedly set to argue Leicester be docked more points after failing to submit their accounts on time last December. A spokesperson said earlier this month: "Following an Arbitration Tribunal's decision concerning jurisdiction, Leicester City FC has now been referred to an independent Commission for alleged breaches." "The EFL Championship Profit and Sustainability Rules (P&S Rules) for Season 2023/24. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK "The club's obligation to provide its Annual Accounts to the Premier League by 31 December 2024. "And the club's obligation to provide full, complete and prompt assistance to the Premier League in response to the League's inquiries." Emotional Leicester fans say 'delete this' as club share pics of Jamie Vardy packing his things into a cardboard box Both the Premier League and Leicester declined to comment to the outlet. Leicester have announced 11 players are leaving the King Power this summer. Danny Ward, Daniel Iversen and club legend Jamie Vardy are all among those released following the expiry of their respective contracts. Vardy, 38, has been linked with a shock free transfer to Newcastle. The former England striker spent 13 years at Leicester, scoring 200 goals in 500 games. Vardy scored nine Prem goals and provided four assists this season. Since announcing his departure from the club, he has also been linked with Crystal Palace, Wolves and Wrexham.
The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Leicester City ‘face starting Championship season with TWELVE-point deduction after alleged £17m in PSR breaches'
LEICESTER CITY are facing a huge points deduction for next season if found guilty of breaching PSR rules. The Foxes were Advertisement 1 Relegated Leicester are facing a hefty points deduction for next season Credit: Getty And they could begin the 2024/25 season in the second tier playing catch-up. T he Premier League of over £17million across a three-year period. According to the MINIMUM 12-POINT penalty if found guilty. EFL guidelines state that 12 points should be docked for a PSR breach. Advertisement READ MORE ON FOOTBALL Deductions are then applied on a sliding scale if the breach is less than £15m. The Prem are reportedly set to argue Leicester be docked more points after failing to submit their accounts on time last December. A spokesperson said earlier this month: "Following an Arbitration Tribunal's decision concerning jurisdiction, Leicester City FC has now been referred to an independent Commission for alleged breaches." "The EFL Championship Profit and Sustainability Rules (P&S Rules) for Season 2023/24. Advertisement Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK "The club's obligation to provide its Annual Accounts to the Premier League by 31 December 2024. "And the club's obligation to provide full, complete and prompt assistance to the Premier League in response to the League's inquiries." Emotional Leicester fans say 'delete this' as club share pics of Jamie Vardy packing his things into a cardboard box Both the Premier League and Leicester declined to comment to the outlet. Advertisement Leicester have announced Danny Ward, Daniel Iversen and club legend Jamie Vardy are all among those released following the expiry of their respective contracts. Vardy, 38, has been linked with a The former England striker spent 13 years at Leicester, scoring 200 goals in 500 games. Advertisement Vardy scored nine Prem goals and provided four assists this season. Since announcing his departure from the club, he has also been
