All news by author: Jake Polden

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Jurgen Klopp's 2020 admission explains why he's really leaving Liverpool
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp broke Reds hearts in January when he announced he would be stepping down at the end of the season - but the decision is a long time coming
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De Zerbi confirms next job as he's named on Man Utd shortlist to replace Ten Hag
This article reported that Roberto De Zerbi has managed several teams in Italy including AC Milan and Napoli. This was incorrect. In fact, although Roberto De Zerbi has played for both teams, he has not managed them. We are happy to clarify this and the article has been amended accordingly.
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Klopp's reason for Liverpool exit after new theory - and what's next for him
Jurgen Klopp is leaving Liverpool at the end of the season after nine years in charge on Merseyside and there is much debate over what comes next for the German
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Thierry Henry stunned into silence by Kate Abdo putting Carragher in his place
Kate Abdo was hosting the Wednesday night Champions League show alongside Jamie Carragher, Micah Richards and Thierry Henry when she sparked laughter from the panel
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Richard Keys gets reaction from Ruud Gullit with awkward comment
Ruud Gullit infamously fell out with Alan Shearer at Newcastle after the Dutchman dropped the England international for the Sunderland derby, and Richard Keys couldn't help but remind him
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Kompany hits back at "dreadful" Roy Keane criticism with "absurdity" remark
Vincent Kompany's Burnley were thumped 2-0 at home by Bournemouth last time out, leaving them 11 points clear of safety, and arguably putting the final nail in their relegation coffin
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Roy Keane's three-word response to Man City duo sums up why he's "worried"
Roy Keane isn't known for heaping unnecessary praise on players but made it clear he is a huge fan of both Manchester City stars Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne
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Erik ten Hag receives feedback on Man Utd star involved in training ground scrap
Manchester United loanee Hannibal Mejbri has played just four times for Sevilla, but boss Quique Sanchez Flores has seen something extra in him in recent weeks
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Neville labels Chelsea "billion-pound bottle jobs" after Liverpool win final
The Carabao Cup final looked as if it was going to penalties but Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk headed home in extra time to secure the silverware for the Reds
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Sheffield United team-mates lash out at each other after squaring up on pitch
In a scene reminiscent of Lee Bowyer and Kieron Dyer, Jack Robinson and Vinicius Souza squared up off the ball before putting their heads together and then slapping each other with their hands
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Ferguson's unusual reason for snubbing Henderson that angered Rodgers
Sir Alex Ferguson once passed up the opportunity to sign Jordan Henderson for Manchester United - and his reason for doing so left Brendan Rodgers feeling offended
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Remembering when Mourinho silenced Kompany over naive Liverpool remark
Jose Mourinho and Vincent Kompany clashed over Liverpool's title chances back in November 2019, with the Portuguese boss insisting the Reds' Champions League win would make all the difference
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Klopp's plan for after Liverpool as new theory emerges as to why he's leaving
Jurgen Klopp cited a lack of energy to do the job to the best of his ability as the driving force behind his decision to quit Liverpool after nine years of management
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Arteta sent message to stars feeling sorry for themselves after win vs Liverpool
Mikel Arteta admits his players were disappointed with the "painful" way in which they conceded before the break, but he demanded they shake off the frustration before returning to the pitch
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Richard Keys accuses Mikel Arteta of lacking class and demands he show dignity
Mikel Arteta was ecstatic when his Arsenal side took a 2-1 lead over Liverpool at the Emirates after a mix-up between Virgil van Dijk and Alisson gifted Gabriel Martinelli with a tap-in
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Ten Hag reacts to "very bad" Lisandro Martinez injury as Man Utd fears realised
Argentine defender Lisandro Martinez was forced to make way 20 minutes before the end of Manchester United's 3-0 victory over West Ham at Old Trafford on Sunday
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Micky van de Ven so furious he couldn't talk in Tottenham dressing room
The Spurs defender was livid at how Tottenham allowed Everton back into the game at Goodison Park on Saturday to rescue a point via Jarrad Branthwaite
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FSG's 'five-point plan to hire new boss' shows obvious favourite emerging
Jurgen Klopp announced that he is standing down as Liverpool manager at the end of the season, ending his nine-year stint in which he won the Premier League and Champions League
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Noel Gallagher needed stitches after being headbutted by Man City star's dad
A LOOK BACK: Oasis legend Noel Gallagher was celebrating Manchester City's Premier League title win in 2022 when he accidentally collided with Ruben Dias' dad and injured his nose
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Mikel Arteta had perfect response to Aubameyang's final insult to Arsenal
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang left Arsenal for free in the summer of 2022, just a year and four months after he signed a mega £350,000-a-week deal at the Emirates club
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Klopp's secret meeting with Man Utd star's agent in January transfer window
Back in the January transfer window of 2023, Jurgen Klopp met with the agent of Sofyan Amrabat in a bid to thrash out a deal... but Manchester United won the race for his signature
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Jurgen Klopp's 3am phone call to Alex Ferguson - and Man Utd legend's response
A LOOK BACK: As Jurgen Klopp announces his time as Liverpool boss is coming to an end, we look back on a brilliant moment from his successful career on Merseyside
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Liverpool's 'obvious first choice' to replace Klopp emerges as exit confirmed
Jurgen Klopp broke Liverpool fans' hearts with his shock announcement on Friday that he is standing down as manager at the end of the season after nine successful years at the helm.
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Jurgen Klopp's secret contract clause as he confirms he's leaving Liverpool
Jurgen Klopp broke Liverpool hearts on Friday, just days after the Reds beat Fulham in the Carabao Cup semis to secure a place in the final against Chelsea, by announcing his exit
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Klopp's response to next manager's job speaks volumes as he quits Liverpool
The Liverpool manager has broken fans' hearts by announcing he will be stepping down at the end of the season following nine successful years in the driving seat