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By Timothy Akintola

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Rodri set to miss remainder of the PL season with an ACL tear.

Manchester City fear midfielder Rodri may miss the rest of the season after suffering a serious knee injury during Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal. Rodri, who was substituted in the first half following a clash with Thomas Partey, appeared to clutch his knee in pain. Early tests suggest an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear, according to ESPN sources, with further tests scheduled. The Spain international is expected to undergo surgery in Barcelona. Rodri’s injury is a major blow for City, who are aiming for their fifth consecutive Premier League title. He played a pivotal role in Spain’s Euro 2024 victory, earning Player of the Tournament honors, and is considered a Ballon d’Or contender. Rodri, 28, recently voiced concerns about player workloads, having played 63 games last season, which ended with Spain’s Euro 2024 final on July 14.

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Blue Heaven Holdings and Friedkin Groups reach agreement on Everton’s takeover.

Everton’s ownership saga seems near its end, as the Friedkin Group has reached an agreement with Blue Heaven Holdings to purchase Farhad Moshiri’s majority stake, the club announced Monday. This follows the Friedkin Group’s earlier decision to withdraw from talks two months ago over concerns about Everton’s loans. Led by American billionaire Dan Friedkin, the group, which also owns Roma, has now outbid Crystal Palace co-owner John Textor. The deal is pending regulatory approval from the Premier League, Football Association, and Financial Conduct Authority. Despite this move, Dan and Ryan Friedkin emphasized that acquiring Everton would not shift their focus from Roma. If approved, this will mark a significant change in Everton’s ownership, bringing more stability to the Premier League club’s future.


Gabriel Magalhães warns Man City after Sunday’s 2-2 draw at the Etihad.

Arsenal defender, Gabriel Magalhães has won further admiration from Arsenal fans following his comments after Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Manchester City. The Brazilian defender had given Arsenal the lead before John Stones scored a last-minute equaliser, just after Leandro Trossard’s controversial red card. Speaking to TNT Sports Brazil, as reported by the Evening Standard, Gabriel downplayed City’s emotional reaction to their late goal, saying it was normal for them to celebrate at home. He also dismissed any tension with Erling Haaland, calling it part of the game. Gabriel said, “It’s a battle, a war, so provocative acts are normal in football. Now we wait for them at the Emirates.” Arsenal fans have praised his mentality on social media, with many appreciating his resilience and determination.

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Manchester United unveil new 100,000 capacity Old Trafford plans.

The first images of the potential Old Trafford regeneration project have just been unveiled. Last month, reports suggested the club might favor building a new 100,000-capacity stadium instead of redeveloping Old Trafford, though no final decision has been made. The club is expected to make a decision by the end of the year. ESPN previously reported the project could take six years and exceed £2 billion ($2.5bn). Building a new stadium on nearby land is the preferred option of co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and a task force that includes Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham and former captain Gary Neville. On Monday, United released images showcasing what the new stadium could potentially look like. These images were part of a press release, accompanied by an economic report revealing that the new stadium could contribute £7.3 billion annually to the UK economy.

Phil Jones opens up on the moment he realized his United career was over.

Former Manchester United and Blackburn Rovers’ defender, Phil Jones has opened up about the moment he realized his Manchester United career was over following a lengthy battle with injuries. The retired defender, who made 229 appearances for the club from 2011 to 2023, spent nearly two years sidelined before attempting a comeback in 2022. Speaking on the High Performance Podcast, Jones revealed his hopes for a fresh start under new manager Erik ten Hag ahead of the 2022-23 season. However, during his first pre-season training session, he realized he could no longer pass the ball with his right foot due to knee pain. Despite trying to push through by using his left foot, Jones was forced to stop, telling the physio, “this is my last training session.” He described the moment as devastating, marking the end of his playing days at United.

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