Cech announces decision to retire: ‘I have achieved everything’

Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech has announced that he will retire at the end of the season. The 36-year-old, who won four Premier League titles with Chelsea, revealed his decision on Twitter. He wrote: “This is my 20th season as a professional player and it is 20 years since I signed my first professional contract, so …

Allardyce rules himself out of ‘very difficult’ Huddersfield job

Ex-England boss Sam Allardyce has admitted that it would be “very unlikely” he would replace David Wagner at Huddersfield Town. ‘Big Sam’ has got a reputation for being a Premier League firefighter, guiding a number of clubs to safety after taking over in relegation trouble. Allardyce had been the bookmakers’ favourite to take over from …

De Gea demands £300k-a-week to sign new Man Utd deal

David de Gea will sign a new contract at Manchester United if he receives an offer that matches his demands, according to reports. The Spaniard has proven himself to be one of the best goalkeepers in world football over several seasons despite United’s recent struggles in the Premier League. And the Daily Mail claims that …

Two Fulham players ‘dragged apart’ during yoga fight

Fulham players Aleksandar ­Mitrovic and Aboubakar Kamara came to blows during a yoga class and had to be separated, according to reports. The Sun reports that their team-mates were left ‘gobsmacked’ after the two players were ‘at each other’s throats’ during the relaxation session. The apparent bust-up comes only a week after Kamara wrestled the …

What the f*ck is Emery thinking with Mesut Ozil?

Anything to add for the afternoon Mailbox? [email protected]… Emery’s Ozil error I am an Arsenal fan and a season ticket holder, although I live in the US. My infrequent visits to London to visit family are always planned around Arsenal games. I was at the Burnley game, the Spurs Carabao Cup game and the Fulham …

Woodward visit puts Solskjaer in ‘pole position’ for permanent job

The clamour for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to get the Manchester United job permanently is growing within the boardroom, according to reports. Solskjaer replaced Jose Mourinho in December after the Portuguese boss lost the dressing room during a poor run of results and performances. The Norweigan has overseen a transformation in results as he won his …

Gossip: Hazard exit terms; Ozil out, Suarez in?

CHELSEA SET HAZARD FEE Chelsea will apparently demand upwards of £100million to sell Eden Hazard this summer. And so they bloody should. The Belgium star is out of contract in 18 months time and, according to The Telegraph, we are reaching the point where all parties want the matter settled. Apparently, Hazard wants a decision from …

Carragher praises Solskjaer over one ‘big decision’

Jamie Carragher has praised Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for having the courage to make the “big decisions” at Manchester United since his arrival as caretaker manager. The Norwegian has won all six of his matches in charge at Old Trafford with their latest victory coming in the form of a 1-0 win over Tottenham at Wembley. …

Carra reveals how Neville was wrong over Mourinho ‘fear’

Jamie Carragher thinks Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has removed the “fear” factor surrounding big matches at Manchester United under Jose Mourinho. The Red Devils’ 1-0 victory over Tottenham at Wembley meant that Solskjaer has now won his first six matches in charge since being appointed caretaker manager at Old Trafford in December. And Carragher has revealed how Gary …

Solskjaer aims thinly-veiled dig at Jose over ‘stupid’ tactics

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer seemed to take a dig at Jose Mourinho over his tactics following Manchester United’s 1-0 win over Tottenham. The victory at Wembley meant that Solskjaer has now won his first six matches in charge since being appointed caretaker manager at Old Trafford in December. The Norwegian replaced Mourinho after the Portuguese boss reportedly …