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Metro
5 days ago
- Sport
- Metro
Marcus Rashford urges Man Utd to copy Liverpool strategy
Marcus Rashford has criticised Manchester United's lack of direction since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement and believes the club can learn from Liverpool's rebuild under Jurgen Klopp. The 27-year-old joined Barcelona on loan this summer after being frozen out of United's first-team squad by Ruben Amorim last season. Rashford has won five trophies with United since making his first-team breakthrough in 2016 but the club have struggled to re-establish themselves as credible Premier League title challengers since Ferguson's departure in 2013. The England international believes United's lack of cohesion throughout the club over the last decade has been a key reason behind the team's lack of success and feels Liverpool's decision to stick with Klopp, who won seven trophies in nine years at Anfield, should be the blueprint to follow. 'Show me a successful team that just adapts,' Rashford said on The Rest Is Football Podcast. In The Mixer: Exclusive analysis, FPL tips and transfer talk sent straight to your inbox every week – sign up, it's an open goal. 'When Fergie was in charge, not only the principles for the first team – the whole academy set up so you could pick players from 15 years and over – that's a full generation. And they'd all understand the principles of playing the Man United way, right? 'You see it with any team that's been successful over a period of time – they have principles that any coach that comes in, any player that comes in, has to align to these principles or be able to add to these principles. 'Whereas at times I feel like United have just been… we're hungry to win, so we'll always try to adapt and to sign players that fit this system. But it's reactionary. 'If your direction's always changing, you can't expect to be able to win the league. Yeah, you might win some cup tournaments, but it's because you do have a good coach and you do have good players and you have match winners in your team – you're not there by accident. 'This is what some people forget. So yeah, we've been way below where we deem United to be. But then if you take a step back, which I've been able to do, especially over the last six months – what do you expect? More Trending 'People say we've been in a transition for years. To be in a transition, you have to start the transition. So it's like the actual transition's not started yet. 'When Liverpool went through this, they got Klopp, they stuck with him. They didn't win in the beginning. People only remember his final few years when he was competing with City and winning the biggest trophies – he certainly didn't win for three years. 'To start a transition, you have to make a plan and stick to it. So this is the thing that I feel – it's not easy. Because if it's not going well, the fans demand [change]. But this is where I speak about being realistic with what your situation is. 'I feel like we've had that many different managers and different ideas and different strategies in order to win… you end up in the middle of – you end up in no man's land.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Gary Neville names the Man Utd signing they need to crack Premier League top six MORE: How to stream football for less this summer as the Premier League returns MORE: Gianluigi Donnarumma makes decision over Manchester United transfer after Man City approach
Metro
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Metro
'I don't see it working' - Man Utd urged to avoid move for £32m Chelsea star
Manchester United have been urged to reconsider a move for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson as they look to provide Ruben Amorim with more attacking firepower. Matheus Cunha has already arrived from Wolves, and United are still hoping to bring in Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford as part of a new-look attack for Amorim next season. In addition, the Red Devils have been keen to add an out-and-out striker, particularly if Rasmus Hojlund were to leave the club. United explored a deal for Liam Delap before he chose to join Chelsea, while Viktor Gyokeres has only had eyes for Arsenal despite the chance to reunite with former boss Amorim. Ollie Watkins and Hugo Ekitike have been linked already this summer, but United are now reportedly one of several clubs considering a move for Chelsea striker Jackson. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link so we can send you football news tailored to you. The Senegal international, who joined from Villarreal for £32million two years ago, has notched up 24 goals and 10 assists in 65 Premier League appearances. However, the 24-year-old finds himself down the pecking order after the arrivals of Delap and Joao Pedro, and as such the Blues are willing to entertain offers. A deal for Jackson may not come from cheap with Chelsea in no need to sell, and former Arsenal midfielder Ray Parlour believes the deal may not be in United's interest. 'The problem you have is the lack of number nines and the price goes up,' he told talkSPORT. 'But with some of the strikers Man United have had over the years, I don't think he would get anywhere near the top category.' Alan Brazil, meanwhile, feared that Jackson's wasteful finishing in front of goal would not make him a good match for a United side who struggled greatly to create regular chances last season. 'He can't finish,' the former United striker said. 'Well he can finish but he needs a lot of chances to score. 'And I would say he'd get more chances but Chelsea are a better side than Man United so I don't see it working. You never know and I wish him well but I don't see it working.' More Trending Jackson endured a frustrating spell at the recent Club World Cup, failing to score in the United States and banned for two games after picking up a red card against Flamengo. And given the impressive cameos from Delap and Pedro, Alan Shearer reckons that the writing could be on the wall for Jackson at Stamford Bridge. 'That wouldn't surprise me if he was sold to someone, whether in our country or not, that's one that wouldn't surprise me if they made that decision,' he said on The Rest Is Football Podcast. 'They've got some serious options in every forward position.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Stuart Pearce tells Man Utd and Arsenal to sign 'magnificent' 20-goal forward MORE: Arsenal in 'serious negotiations' to sign Bayern Munich star MORE: The real reason why Arsenal haven't completed deal for Viktor Gyokeres yet
The Irish Sun
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Diletta Leotta steals show in daring red dress before changing into glamorous white outfit for Club World Cup opener
DILETTA LEOTTA stole the show as she soaked in some sun ahead of the Club World Cup. The stunning Dazn presenter will be a regular sight on viewers' screens as the broadcaster gears up to televise the new-look tournament. Advertisement 24 Diletta Leotta stunned in a red outfit before the Club World Cup opener Credit: Instagram 24 She later changed into a white dress Credit: Instagram 24 It was complete with gold buttons and a gold chain Credit: Instagram The opening game of the competition ended in a 0-0 draw between the Among those at the Hard Rock Stadium watching on was Leotta. She had spent the day earlier on relaxing in the sun in a dazzling red outfit. For the match later on, the Italian presenter changed into a white outfit complete with shining gold buttons and a chain. Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL Leotta, who is married to ex-Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius after they tied the knot in a secret ceremony last year, was also seen interviewing Fifa president The 33-year-old shared videos of the curtain raiser to her Instagram story for her 9.2 million followers to see. She is often seen posting striking pics of her glamorous modelling side gig. Leotta recently shared some photos of her and Karius - who welcomed their first child, Aria, in 2023 - to her Instagram story of them on holiday together. Advertisement Most read in Football Exclusive After that she was seen in attendance at the French Open. Leotta was present at the Club World Cup last year, but fans were baffled over a DAZN presenter Diletta Leotta goes braless in low cut leather top as fans say 'Karius is very lucky' DAZN have the main broadcast rights to the tournament and will host every match live across the tournament. Channel 5 also have rights to air 23 matches free-to-air in the UK. Advertisement Gary Lineker has now after stepping down as that will see his The Rest Is Football Podcast broadcast highlights of the Club World Cup. English interest in the tournament starts with Club World Cup 2025 Guide SOME of the world's biggest clubs are heading Stateside for a MAMMOTH Club World Cup. Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Man City, and Inter Miami are among the 32 teams taking part in the tournament, which runs from June 14 to July 13. Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Ousmane Dembele, Cole Palmer and Harry Kane will be showing their skills to packed crowds across the US. Los Blancos are favourites to lift the trophy in New York but will face stiff competition from around the globe. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the tournament... INFO Everything you need to know ahead of the Club World Cup LATEST NEWS & FEATURES A glimpse inside Diletta's glamorous life with partner Loris Karius... 24 Diletta Leotta and boyfriend Loris Karius saw in the new year together Credit: Advertisement 24 The footballer brought Diletta a cake to her hospital bed as she gave birth to their first child on her own birthday Credit: INSTAGRAM / dilettaleotta 24 The pair posed together in '2023' sunglasses 24 Diletta is one of the Serie A's best loved presenters Credit: Getty 24 Diletta stunned as she presented the Turin derby on Italian TV Credit: Instagram @dilettaleotta Advertisement 24 The glamorous TV host put on a leggy display pitchside Credit: Instagram @dilettaleotta 24 And boasts 8.9million followers Credit: Getty 24 Diletta gave birth to her first child with Karius in August Credit: Instagram / @dilettaleotta 24 Diletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her Instagram Credit: @dilettaleotta Advertisement 24 Diletta and Karius in Milan Credit: The Mega Agency 24 The Italian beauty on holiday with Karius 24 She has flipped between blonde and brunette looks Credit: 24 She has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider look Credit: @dilettaleotta Advertisement 24 Diletta with a pared back look Credit: Instagram @dilettaleotta 24 Diletta Leotta is reportedly dating Loris Karius after he visited her in Milan Credit: Instagram @dilettaleotta 24 Leotta has 8.6million Instagram followers Credit: Getty 24 She is a presenter for Dazn Credit: Instagram @dilettaleotta Advertisement 24 Leotta burst on to the scene with Sky Sports Credit: Instagram @dilettaleotta 24 She posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fans Credit: Instagram @dilettaleotta 24 Diletta has 8.5million followers on Instagram Credit: Instagram @dilettaleotta 24 The Italian works for DAZN Credit: Instagram @dilettaleotta Advertisement
Scottish Sun
03-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Gary Lineker agrees deal with new broadcaster for Club World Cup after Match of the Day exit
CUP FOR IT Gary Lineker agrees deal with new broadcaster for Club World Cup after Match of the Day exit Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GARY LINEKER has agreed a deal with a new broadcaster after leaving the BBC. The presenter stepped back from hosting Match of the Day after 26 years in the hotseat at the end of the season. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Gary Lineker has agreed a deal with DAZN Credit: PA He has now agreed a deal with DAZN that will see his The Rest Is Football Podcast host highlights of the Club World Cup. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball.
The Irish Sun
03-06-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Gary Lineker agrees deal with new broadcaster for Club World Cup after Match of the Day exit
GARY LINEKER has agreed a deal with a new broadcaster after leaving the BBC. The presenter stepped back from hosting Match of the Day after 26 years in the hotseat at the end of the season. Advertisement 1 Gary Lineker has agreed a deal with DAZN Credit: PA He has now agreed a deal with DAZN that will see his The Rest Is Football Podcast host highlights of the Club World Cup. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video . Like us on Facebook at
