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# Speculation

This year
2023
# Speculation
Wolves boss plays down talk of Liverpool move for midfield star
Matheus Nunes was the club’s record signing back in August.
Last year
2022
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Del Piero dismisses rumours linking Conte with return to Juventus
Conte played for Juve for 13 seasons and won three successive Serie A titles as manager between 2012-2014.
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'He has not left yet' - Ajax hoping to keep Erik ten Hag amid Man United links
The 52-year-old is reportedly the top contender to be the next manager at Old Trafford.
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Fifa says it has no plans for 100-minute Qatar World Cup games
Football’s world governing body responded to rumours and reports with a terse statement.
All time
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Thiago convinced Liverpool was ‘right choice’ amid Barcelona rumours
Reports in Spain have claimed the Catalans’ new coach Xavi wants to bring his former team-mate back to the Nou Camp.
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Juve boss dismisses 'rumours in the papers' linking Ronaldo with Real return
A new Serie A campaign begins for Juventus tomorrow with a game against Udinese.
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Lukaku rules out Inter Milan exit
Romelu Lukaku’s future was in doubt after coach Antonio Conte left the club by mutual consent.
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Lee Bowyer quits as Charlton Athletic boss amid links to another former club
He’s being tipped to take over at Birmingham City.
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Whisper it, but could 2021 be Brian Cody's last season in charge of Kilkenny?
The 11-time All-Ireland winner was ratified for his 23rd campaign in charge this week, but there are murmurs of discontent on Noreside.
# doubt
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer highlights Paul Pogba’s focus amid speculation over future
Mino Raiola spoke on the eve of the crunch Champions League clash at RB Leipzig about his client’s unhappiness.
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'The players work on what’s going on inside the camp, not outside it'
Sean Dyche praises his Burnley players for ignoring the speculation surrounding his position at Turf Moor.
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North Korea leader Kim Jong Un is 'alive and well', South Korea security advisor says
There has been speculation over Kim’s health following his absence from a key anniversary last week.
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South Korea plays down reports that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in 'grave danger after a surgery'
CNN cited a US official saying that Washington was “monitoring intelligence” on the matter.
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Blackburn boss addresses reports of MLS interest in Irish international Williams
Tony Mowbray says the Championship club have not received any formal offers for Derrick Williams.
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Valverde on the brink as Barcelona consider Pochettino among others
Xavi, currently the coach of Qatari team Al-Sadd, has indicated he is not prepared to take charge immediately.
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Solskjaer uneasy about letting players leave amid Ashley Young rumours
The full-back has been strongly linked with a move to Inter Milan.
# Claim
Zlatan Ibrahimovic set for AC Milan return - reports
The Sweden star will reportedly sign a six-month contract worth about €3 million with a renewal option for another year.
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Klopp plays down Sancho-to-Liverpool reports
A report this week suggested the Reds were the favourites to snap up the England international in January.
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'I don't talk about things that are not real' - Wolves boss Nuno not distracted by Arsenal links
Unai Emery’s insecure position at Arsenal has led to suggestions Nuno Espirito Santo could take over.
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Arsene Wenger in talks with Bayern Munich - reports
The 70-year-old gave an evasive answer when broadcaster beIn Sports directly asked him about the rumours.
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Arsenal target Zaha admits his head was 'a bit all over the place' after failed summer move
The Ivorian forward was linked with a big transfer this summer.
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Newcastle midfielder flattered by Man United transfer links
21-year-old Sean Longstaff insists he is focused on the Magpies, after the arrival of Steve Bruce this week.
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'Man United don't have to keep any player,' says Neville amid Pogba transfer talk
The Red Devils legend has urged the club to make signings before any star players move away from Old Trafford.
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'Lot of rubbish!' - Robertson denies report he told Tierney to quit Celtic
The Liverpool player has suggested he has not tried to influence his Scottish team-mate’s decision making.
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Bayern Munich confirm no bid has been made yet for Leroy Sané
The German double champions have already expressed an interest in signing the Manchester City attacking midfielder.
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'It would be a shame to see him leave' - Keogh hopeful Lampard doesn't take Chelsea job
The Derby boss is being heavily linked with the soon-to-be-vacant gig at Stamford Bridge.
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Lampard cools heightening Chelsea links after Derby's heartbreaking play-off defeat
The Blues legend dismissed speculation surrounding a potential return and insisted he ‘loves’ his role as Derby County manager.
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'I cannot know the future' - Pellegrini uncertain over Man United target Rice
The West Ham boss suspects the midfielder will have suitors this summer.
# Injury Crisis
LeBron defends Walton record amid job speculation
The Lakers star said a host of injuries to key players this season have resulted in a difficult campaign.
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Speculation on Delaney's FAI future flies faster than the Gibraltar wind
Hopes that the focus would solely remain on football were not fulfilled in Gibraltar.
# Rumours
'Do they want me to stay on? Yes' - O'Shea not distracted by Italy speculation
French media have suggested the Irishman could be replaced after the World Cup this year.
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'We're in December and it's better to wait': Allegri dismisses United links for now
The Italian has been linked with the Old Trafford hot seat but says he has ‘important things’ to do at Juventus.
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I don't want the press officer to be upset again – Pochettino dodges Man United talk
Tottenham demolished Everton 6-2 at Goodison Park in the Premier League on Sunday.
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Germany boss Low open to managing Real Madrid
The Die Mannschaft coach says he could move into club management with the Spanish giants.
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Dutchman Ake responds to £40m Man United transfer rumours
The Bournemouth defender is reported to be on the Red Devils’ wishlist.
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'I see my name linked. I have a county final to concentrate on' - Daly on Dublin hurling job
Anthony Daly says he is fully focused on Kilmacud Crokes’ upcoming county final against Ballyboden St Enda’s.
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Mourinho 'in the dark' over Raiola's plans for Pogba
The player’s agent has also fanned speculation that he would welcome a possible move to Barcelona.
# Blade Runner
Brentford's Championship rivals make Ireland international Egan their club-record signing
The Cork native has become Sheffield United’s most expensive ever signing.
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Buffon set to seal PSG move on Monday - reports
The 40-year-old goalkeeper looks set to leave Juventus.
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Roma goalkeeper wants future resolved before World Cup amid reports of €65 million Liverpool bid
Alisson wants clarity on where he will spend the 2018-19 season.