Manchester United have reportedly placed Antony on the transfer list following Erik ten Hag’s recent dismissal, with Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim now the leading candidate for the top job at Old Trafford.
Sporting Lisbon confirmed Manchester United’s intention to pay Amorim’s £8.3 million release clause, while negotiations continue over the specifics of his departure. The club hopes that Amorim’s potential arrival will mark a new era, bringing stability and fresh tactical insights.
Meanwhile, Manchester City remain confident in Pep Guardiola’s long-term commitment, rejecting speculation that they had been considering Amorim as a successor.
Former Premier League striker Emmanuel Adebayor has been urged by fans in his home country, Togo, to consider a career in politics, sparking further discussions on his next steps.
Sporting Lisbon has also suggested they may be open to selling star striker Viktor Gyokeres next summer, with a strong field of Premier League clubs keen on the Swedish forward.
In Liverpool, manager Arne Slot faces a roster challenge as Diogo Jota remains sidelined, and no timeline has been set for Federico Chiesa’s return.
Newcastle United are reportedly exploring a potential January acquisition of Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo, though manager Eddie Howe faces tight financial restrictions amid ownership reassessments.
Elsewhere in international football, Brazilian commentators have claimed that racism may have played a role in Vinicius Junior’s Ballon d’Or exclusion, creating significant controversy. England’s Joe Marler has ignited debate ahead of the Saturday match against New Zealand, calling for an end to the All Blacks’ haka, describing it as “ridiculous.”
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has suggested Zinedine Zidane could be a superior choice over Amorim for the managerial vacancy, stirring further debate among fans and analysts.
In additional financial news, Newcastle United may face financial restrictions following an announcement from majority owners, the Saudi Public Investment Fund, to cut back on foreign investments, potentially impacting the Magpies’ future transfer plans and budget strategy.
With high-stakes managerial changes, potential transfers, and heightened controversy, Manchester United and the Premier League’s biggest clubs are in for a pivotal season.
