Liam Broady agrees that unruly behaviour is becoming worse at the French Open, saying some fans attend not to watch tennis but ‘to go for a drink with their mates and see which players they can rattle’. The French Open have banned supporters from drinking alcohol on court after players complained of an increasingly hostile atmosphere.  The trigger for the action taken by tournament director Amelie Mauresmo was David Goffin’s match against French player Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, when he said one fan spat chewing gum at him amid an atmosphere of ‘total disrespect – it only happens in Fr ..read more

Arsenal physio Jordan Reece is reportedly set to leave the club to join Manchester United. The Red Devils hired Arsenal doctor Gary O’Driscoll last summer, bringing his 14 years at the north London club to an end. He arrived from Arsenal with a reputation as being one of the most progressive doctors on the Premier League circuit and has extensive experience of top-level sport having worked with the British Lions, Ireland Rugby, Saracens and British Cycling.  O’Driscoll is currently leading an overhaul of United’s ‘outdated’ medical department after a string of injury issues in recent ti ..read more

© IMAGO Leicester City boss Enzo Maresca is on the verge of being appointed as Chelsea’s new manager and his arrival could have drastic consequences for a number of current Blues stars. The Italian implemented a very possession-heavy style of play at Leicester and he is expected to copy this formula when he joins Chelsea. Article continues under the video Maresca, who is Pep Guardiola’s former Manchester City assistant, likes to assert control on games and his possession-based approach is as much about maximising attacking prowess as it is maintaining defensive solidity. READ MORE: Premier Lea ..read more

Vincent Kompany is reportedly keen to make his former Manchester City team-mate Oleksandr Zinchenko his first signing as Bayern Munich boss.  The City legend was unveiled as the new head coach of the Bavarian giants on Thursday, following the confirmation of his shock move from relegated Burnley.  Kompany is tasked with rejuvenating a side who finished the last campaign in third-place and went the entire season without claiming a trophy for the first time in more than a decade.  The 38-year-old will hope that his attacking brand of football – which saw the Clarets ob ..read more

© IMAGO Manchester United are set for arguably the most pivotal transfer window in their modern history as INEOS take control of football operations at Old Trafford. With a new structure above manager Erik ten Hag, the Red Devils are set for significant change this summer – potentially including the Dutchman. Article continues under the video Ten Hag remains under pressure at Old Trafford, with Man Utd looking at several different replacement options, including Thomas Tuchel, Mauricio Pochettino and Kieran McKenna. Reports have suggested that he will leave the Red Devils this summer, but his w ..read more

NFL fans have brutally trolled Harrison Butker after it emerged the Kansas City Chiefs may protect their controversial kicker from tackles next season. New kickoff rules to be introduced next season will mean kickers could realistically be involved in more bone-crunching hits – and the Chiefs want to protect their star man at all costs. This had led to a flurry of taunts aimed at Butker on social media – who sparked major controversy earlier this month for a misogynistic speech given at a college’s graduation ceremony. He told graduates at Benedictine College that women should prioritize bei ..read more

Jose Mourinho is close to securing his return to football management with Fenerbahce. Mourinho has reportedly agreed a two-year deal with the Turkish club having been out of management since his departure from Roma in January. Reports have claimed that the 61-year-old is asking for a special clause to be inserted into his Fenerbahce contract. The clause would enable Mourinho to leave for free should the opportunity to take up a particular job arise.   Despite having a decorated managerial career at club level, Mourinho has never previously coached a national team.   ..read more

Despite coming up short again this season, Mikel Arteta’s side impressed throughout the 2023-24 Premier League season.  Yet, the same problems remain – Arsenal have again missed out on winning silverware and questions are mounting over what steps they need to take to surpass Pep Guardiola’s title machine to end their 20-year wait to win the Premier League.  ‘We’ve been fighting so long for the big dream,’ Arteta said to fans on the pitch following their final game of the season against Everton. ‘We were so close. I’m so proud of the boys, so proud of the team, the fans. I’m so proud ..read more

Jose Mourinho is set for an awkward reunion with a former Manchester United player as he prepares to return to management. Mourinho has reportedly agreed to become the new manager of Fenerbahce on a two-year deal. The Portuguese has been without a club since his departure from Roma in January. Mourinho will undoubtedly be relishing the opportunity to return to the dugout. However, Mourinho may not be particularly pleased about the prospect of having to manage one player again.  Jose Mourinho looks set for an awkward reunion with an ex-Man United player at Fenerbahce Podcast All episo ..read more

© IMAGO Liverpool have identified Mohamed Kudus as a future Mohammed Salah replacement, according to sources. We are told that the Reds are expected to sign a new winger in the upcoming summer transfer window, despite club legend Mohamed Salah likely remaining for the start of the 2024/25 Premier League season. Article continues under the video And we are informed one of the players Liverpool are seriously considering is West Ham star Kudus. READ MORE: Who can unleash Rice now? Three EXCITING Arsenal alternatives after Zubimendi snub The attacker has a release clause of £85 million that will b ..read more