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The Irish Sun
5 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Man Utd legends reunite at Oasis Heaton Park gig as fans say ‘not on my 2025 bingo list'
OASIS fans were left shocked after spotting a group of unlikely Manchester United legends at their concert. Noel and Liam Gallagher are doing five shows at Heaton Park in their hometown as part of their comeback tour this summer. Advertisement 1 Legends like Steve Bruce and Michael Carrick posed with fans at an Oasis gig Credit: Instagram @4alexbruce And those in the crowd were left shocked when they spotted The stunning gang also featured ex-Premier League defender Phil Bardsley, former Leeds striker Matt Smith, Steve's son and footballer Alex Bruce and Courteeners guitarist Daniel Conan Moores. The group were all smiles and posed for photos with fans. Bruce is seen front and centre in the images dressed in a black bucket hat, while Carrick has two pints in his hand. Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL The images have gone viral on social media, with one fan saying: "Imagine bouncing along to Rock n Roll Star and realising you're stood next to Steve Bruce and Michael Carrick." Another added: "Steve Bruce at Oasis in a bucket hair was not on my 2025 bingo list, legend." A third wrote: "Some forgotten legends in that photo." Bruce is currently manager of League One side Blackpool, who finished ninth in the table last season. Advertisement Most read in Football CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Carrick is enjoying a summer off after being dismissed by Middlesbrough at the end of last season. And they are not the only managers to enjoy an Oasis concert this summer after Pep Guardiola and stunning daughter Maria belt out Oasis classic as Man City boss parties with Gallagher family at gig
The Irish Sun
8 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Transfer news LIVE: Ekitike set for Liverpool medical, Xavi Simons KEEN on Chelsea move, Rashford EXIT updates
CLUBS are splashing the cash this summer as they look to bolster their squads in the transfer window ahead of the new season! Marcus Rashford is heading to the Nou Camp this summer with Barcelona in on a deal for the United attacker. Newcastle's Saudi owners will refuse to sell Alexander Isak - even if he wants to talk to Liverpool, However, the Reds have turned their attention elsewhere as Eintracht Frankfurt forward And Xavi Simons is keen on making a switch from RB Leipzig to Chelsea, according to transfer guru, Fabrizio Romano. Follow ALL the latest news, moves and completed deals with our live blog below... By United chief on Mbeumo swoop Man Utd director of football Jason Wilcox is over the moon to have brought Bryan Mbeumo to Old Trafford. The Red Devils chief said: "Bryan's goals and assists record in the Premier League is exceptional, his remarkable consistency has put him amongst the most productive players in England for the last three seasons. 'Bryan's belief in our project and determination to join the club confirmed that he was the perfect fit for Manchester United and the culture that we are developing. 'We are delighted to have secured another one of our primary targets ahead of the pre-season tour. 'The experience in the US will be the perfect opportunity for Bryan to work with Ruben and his new team-mates as we prepare for an exciting season ahead.' Copy link Copied By Mbeumo's 'dream' move Bryan Mbeumo is thrilled to have joined Manchester United from Brentford. Upon completing his £71million switch, the forward said: "As soon as I knew there was a chance to join Manchester United, I had to take the opportunity to sign for the club of my dreams; the team whose shirt I wore growing up. "My mentality is to always be better than I was yesterday. "I know that I have the spirit and character to reach another level here, learning from Ruben Amorim and playing alongside world-class players. "Everybody told me about the environment that is being created here and how exciting the plans are for the future. "This is a massive club, with an incredible stadium and amazing fans, we are all really determined to challenge for the biggest trophies." Copy link Copied By United in striker hunt Benjamin Sesko has emerged as a target for Manchester United this summer. The RB Leipzig forward, 22, was strongly linked with Arsenal, prior to the Gunners' pursuit of Viktor Gyokeres. Now he has emerged as a contender to sign for the Red Devils. Sky Sports claim that Saudi side Al-Hilal have also shown an interest in the Slovenian. Copy link Copied By Man Utd sign Bryan Mbeumo Manchester United have confirmed the £71million signing of Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo. The forward, 25, has put pen to paper on a five-year contract, with an option for a further year. Mbeumo netted 20 Premier League goals last season, and only wanted to join United despite initial interest from Tottenham. Copy link Copied By Dutch star on Arsenal radar Arsenal could move for RB Leipzig starlet Xavi Simons this summer, according to reports. The creative midfielder has also been linked with Chelsea in recent weeks. According to Sky Sport Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg, Arsenal could emerge as a possibility for the former Paris Saint-Germain ace. Simons could command a fee of up to £55million. Copy link Copied By Alexander Isak latest Alexander Isak's agent says the Newcastle striker 'may be close to finalising the next step' following months of transfer speculation. The much-loved Magpies star has garnered interest from Premier League rivals Liverpool, as well as Saudi Arabian outfit Al Hilal this summer, leading him to miss the 4-0 pre-season defeat to Celtic. Now, his agent has revealed 'all options' are being analysed this summer, and that an outcome may be finalised soon. Gonzalo Gaitan told Saudi Arabian newspaper Arriyadiyah: 'We are indeed studying and analysing all options, and we may be close to finalising the next step for the player. 'Without revealing any details regarding whether Isak will transfer or stay with Newcastle.' Copy link Copied By Nicolas Jackson transfer latest Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is valued at between £80million and £100m, claim Sky Sports. The striker, 24, is said to have attracted interest from Manchester United this summer. In addition to the Red Devils, Aston Villa are believed to be monitoring Jackson's situation. Copy link Copied By Veiga to Atleti Chelsea ace Renato Veiga has agreed to join Atletico Madrid, according to reports. The two clubs are now in talks over a fee, with the Blues demanding a package worth £35m. Veiga, 21, spent the second half of last season on loan at Juventus. He made just 18 appearances for Chelsea following his arrival from Basel last summer for £12m. Copy link Copied By Hammers eye Hermansen West Ham are ready to make an approach to sign Leicester goalkeeper Mads Hermansen. The Irons confirmed Casper Ankergren as their new goalkeeper coach last week and he worked with Hermansen at old club Brondby. The Dane's contract runs until 2028 though Leicester need to make sales following their relegation. Copy link Copied By Barca's Rashford buy option Various reports say that Barcelona will have the option to buy Marcus Rashford next summer for £26million. The Manchester United star completed his medical ahead of a season-long loan with the Catalan giants. An announcement of the signing is expected later this week. Barca's squad fly out to Japan for pre-season friendlies on Thursday and Rashford will be involved. The club have registration issues with LaLiga at the moment, but he can still train and play in non competitive matches. Barcelona are covering all of Rashford's wages. Copy link Copied By Amorim wants two more signings Ruben Amorim isn't done yet after signing Matheus Cunha and the impending arrival of Bryan Mbeumo. According to The Mirror, Amorim wants to bring at least another two fresh faces through the doors at Old Trafford before the window slams shut. The Red Devils boss is said to be keen on bringing a striker and a midfielder in before the deadline. But United will have to shift on some of the deadwood if they want to splash any more cash. Copy link Copied By Next Bukayo Saka? Arsenal have signed youngster Louis Zecevic-John to his first professional contract. The 17-year-old could be the Gunners' long-term succession plan to star Bukayo Saka thanks to his ability on the right wing, as well as being able to fit in at wing-back. An exciting dribbler with an eye for a goal, Louis chipped in with seven goals and seven assists in 2024/25 for the under-18s side. Zecevic John joined the Gunners in 2020 and has thrived under the guidance of former star Per Mertesacker at youth level, while he has represented both England and Serbia at youth level too. The teenager departed for Arsenal's Under-21 tour of Slovakia yesterday. Copy link Copied By Chelsea youngster heading on loan Chelsea are once again making full use of BlueCo's multi-club ownership by sending another rising star on loan to Strasbourg. Kendry Paez, 18, is set for a loan move to the French club, according to Ben Jacobs. Paez formalised his move to Stamford Bridge from Ecuadorian outfit Independiente del Valle this summer after initially agreeing a switch back in 2023. The versatile midfielder is now in the process of finalising a loan move straight away. Copy link Copied By Real Madrid still keen on Saliba French outlet L'Equipe have claimed that Real Madrid are still keeping an eye on William Saliba in the hopes of signing the star in the future. Arsenal fans who had been worried that the Frenchman might jump ship were comforted by Madrid's capture of Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen earlier in the window - seemingly putting to bed their interest in Saliba. But it's claimed that Madrid are still keen on Saliba, whose current terms expire in 2027. Arsenal are thought to be trying to tie the 24-year-old down to a new long-term deal as they did with his defensive partner Gabriel Magalhaes earlier this summer. Copy link Copied By Bayern preparing new Diaz offer Bayern Munich are expected to make a new proposal for Liverpool star Luis Diaz soon. Fabrizio Romano claims that their approach is on the horizon after Diaz opened the door to the move. It's said that Bayern will move for Lyon winger Malick Fofana if they fail in their attempts to sign Diaz from the Reds. Copy link Copied By Ashley Young set for Ipswich Veteran star Ashley Young is set to sign for Ipswich Town, according to TalkSPORT. The 40-year-old left Everton at the end of the season on the expiration of his deal. It was thought that he would re-join boyhood side Watford, who had planned to make him club captain, but that move couldn't be agreed. Young's wage demands were said to not fit Watford's structure. Now he looks like he will join the Tractor Boys instead. Copy link Copied By Nunez eyed by Juve Darwin Nunez can add another big European side to his list of suitors. The Liverpool forward, who is set to be replaced by Hugo Ekitike, looks destined for an Anfield exit this summer. Napoli, Saudi Pro League sides, AC Milan and Atletico Madrid have all been floated as potential suitors so far. Now reports in Italy claim that Juventus have entered the race. Copy link Copied By City want £35m for McAtee Manchester City have set their asking price for James McAtee at £35m, according to the Telegraph. They claim that the high price is proving a "stumbling block" for the long list of teams that are interested in signing the England U21 captain. Those teams include the likes of Nottingham Forest, West Ham, Borussia Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt. It's reported that most of the interested parties would like to strike a deal at around £20m to £25m for McAtee. Copy link Copied By Liverpool reach Ekitike agreement Liverpool have reportedly reached a full agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt to sign Hugo Ekitike. The Reds are thought to have agreed a deal worth £79m including add-ons for the Frenchman. Eikitike has already agreed personal terms on a five-year deal with the Anfield outfit. Copy link Copied By Forest lead Ramsey race Nottingham Forest are said to be leading the race for the signature of Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey. According to Football Insider, Forest look most likely to strike up a deal with Villa, who are after a fee in excess of £50m. Should Forest sign Ramsey it could help facilitate Morgan Gibbs-White's move to Tottenham, which remains up in the air after the midlands club accused Spurs of obtaining details of his confidential release clause. Copy link Copied By Arteta wants more signings Mikel Arteta has said that Arsenal are still 'short' of numbers despite already making a host of new signings this summer. Speaking at his press conference in Singapore ahead of the Gunners' pre-season tour, he said: 'There's still a long time in the window. and we are seeking still, in terms of numbers. 'We are short and we have to improve the depth and quality of the squad. We are constantly looking in the market. 'Ideally you want it from day one in pre-season. We have done very well so far, I'm very pleased with how the club has supported the improvements that we required in the team.' Adding: 'There's a long time to go in the window but we still have hopes we can improve the team and we will continue to try and do that.' Copy link Copied By Spurs willing to splash on Zabarnyi Tottenham are reportedly willing to meet Bournemouth's asking price for centre-back Illya Zabarnyi. According to Caught Offside, Spurs have opened talks with the Cherries over a move for the Ukrainian to replace Cristian Romero if he departs. And the north London club are said to be happy to pay Bournemouth's asking price for Zabarnyi, which is believed to be in excess of £60MILLION . Copy link Copied By Rashford medical today Marcus Rashford is set to have his Barcelona medical today ahead of a season-long loan to the Spanish giants. Barca and Man Utd are ironing out the final details of a deal that is set to include an option to buy. The England star jetted over to Spain this week in order to finalise a deal, having made it very clear that he wanted to play for Barcelona. Copy link Copied By Chelsea won't loan Chukwuemeka Chelsea have "closed the door" on loaning out Carney Chukwuemeka, according to Fabrizio Romano. Chukwuemeka, 21, spent the second half of last season on loan at Borussia Dortmund, who are thought to be keen on signing him on a temporary basis again. It's claimed that Dortmund have been in talks with Chelsea for weeks about another loan move. However, Chelsea want to sell the midfielder on a permanent basis or not at all. Chukwuemeka's current terms at Stamford Bridge run until 2028. Copy link Copied By Sporting to land Gyokeres replacement Viktor Gyokeres' prolonged negotiations to join Arsenal could soon be coming to an end. That's because Fabrizio Romano claims that talks between Sporting and Almeria for the signing of his replacement, Luis Suarez, have accelerated. It's claimed that an agreement is close and the final details of the deal are expected to be sorted this week. Should Suarez seal his switch to the Portuguese giants then Arsenal may finally be able to push their transfer for Gyokeres over the line. Copy link Copied 1
Irish Times
8 hours ago
- Irish Times
‘Club of my dreams': Bryan Mbeumo seals £71m Manchester United move
Bryan Mbeumo says he has joined 'the club of my dreams' after completing a £71m move to Manchester United , where the Cameroon international has signed a five-year deal, from Brentford. The 25-year-old was always intent on moving to Old Trafford after learning of United's interest at the start of the summer. United made a number of bids for the forward, who scored 20 Premier League goals last season, and eventually struck a deal worth an initial £65m with a further £6m in add-ons. 'As soon as I knew there was a chance to join Manchester United, I had to take the opportunity to sign for the club of my dreams; the team whose shirt I wore growing up,' Mbeumo said. 'My mentality is to always be better than I was yesterday. I know that I have the spirit and character to reach another level here, learning from Ruben Amorim and playing alongside world-class players. Everybody told me about the environment that is being created here and how exciting the plans are for the future. This is a massive club, with an incredible stadium and amazing fans, we are all really determined to challenge for the biggest trophies.' Mbeumo joins a team that finished 15th in the Premier League last season and without European football. He is part of Amorim's rebuild and was a key target for the head coach, who pinpointed Mbeumo and fellow new boy Matheus Cunha as important signings. He will get his first chance to play alongside his new team-mates as they embark on a tour of the US in the coming days. READ MORE 'Bryan's goals and assists record in the Premier League is exceptional, his remarkable consistency has put him among the most productive players in England for the last three seasons,' United director of football, Jason Wilcox, said. 'Bryan's belief in our project and determination to join the club confirmed that he was the perfect fit for Manchester United and the culture that we are developing.' It is anticipated that United forward Marcus Rashford will complete a loan move to Barcelona on Wednesday. The England international travelled to Catalonia on Sunday and underwent a medical on Monday. The La Liga champions have agreed to cover his wages this season and there is an option to sign him permanently for €35m next summer. – Guardian
