Iniesta "changes direction" to Japan, Pogba becomes MU's new captain?
(Baonghean.vn) - Pogba becomes MU's new captain? Iniesta 'changes direction' from China to Japan, MU receives 2 good news before the FA Cup final, Wenger is surprised because many teams welcome him, Premier League determines the second team to be relegated are the latest international sports news today.
Iniesta "changes direction" from China to Japan
Andres Iniesta will not go to China. The Barcelona legend's next destination will likely be Japan - information confirmed by ESPN.
ESPN confirmed that Andres Iniesta has reached an agreement to join Japanese club Vissel Kobe. Spanish radio station Cadena Ser further reported that Iniesta will sign a 3-year contract with Vissel Kobe and receive a salary of up to 25 million euros/year.
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Hiroshi Mikitani, president of Vissel Kobe and CEO of Rakuten, Barcelona's main sponsor, also confirmed that the Kobe team is in contact with Iniesta. The partnership between Rakuten and Barcelona is the most realistic information to believe that the Barca midfielder will go to Japan to retire.
In addition to playing for Vissel Kobe, Iniesta also serves as an instructor for Vissel Kobe's youth system - a model built on the inspiration of the legendary La Masia training academy. After finishing his playing time in the land of the rising sun, Iniesta will return to Barcelona to take up a position in the coaching staff.
The news of Iniesta joining Vissel Kobe came at the same time as Chongqing Lifan confirmed that they had stopped negotiating to convince Iniesta. Chongqing Lifan said that the club's budget was not enough to pay the Spanish star's salary.
Wenger surprised by being welcomed by many teams
Arsenal's coach is not worried about unemployment when he leaves Emirates in the summer of 2018, after 22 years with the "Gunners".
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Wenger is PSG's top target. Photo: AFP |
British media are reporting that PSG are interested in the services of coach Arsene Wenger. They are trying to convince the French “Professor” to return to his homeland, putting their initial target – coach Thomas Tuchel – on the waiting list.
Besides PSG, many Chinese clubs are also willing to pay huge salaries to invite Wenger to work in Asia once more. The 68-year-old coach led Nagoya Grampus in the 1995-1996 season, before joining Arsenal. But according toIndependent, Wenger will refuse any invitation from China.
MU received 2 good news before FA Cup final
The two main strikers Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez will be in the best shape to prepare for the FA Cup final against Chelsea on May 19.
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| Lukaku was injured in the match against Arsenal. |
Lukaku - The Belgian star is leading MU's scoring list this season with 27 goals in all competitions. He left the field in the middle of the win against Arsenal due to an ankle problem.
Alexis Sanchez - who scored the goal against Tottenham to send the Red Devils to Wembley - is also absent with a groin problem.
However, the latest information from MU's medical team says that the attacking duo will be able to play in MU's final match in the Premier League, against Watford at Old Trafford.
Currently, the entire MU team is shouting their determination to win the title at Wembley to dedicate the title to Sir Alex Ferguson, who is currently hospitalized after surgery for a brain hemorrhage.
Pogba is the new captain of MU?
MU is preparing to announce a new captain, when Michael Carrick hangs up his boots at the end of the season. According to the British press, Mourinho is considering between Matic and De Gea, with the former Chelsea midfielder being more inclined. However, Paul Pogba has expressed his desire to be given that responsibility.
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| Paul Pogba wants to be the new captain of MU. |
In fact, before the conflict between the teacher and student, Pogba was trusted by the Portuguese coach to wear the captain's armband in two matches against Basel in the Champions League group stage, and then when MU played against Burnley, Southampton, Everton and Derby in the Premier League.
Despite rumours of a summer departure, Pogba has spoken of the honour of being United captain and said he has improved in his second season at Old Trafford.
The French midfielder was voted United's Player of the Month for April, after scoring against Man City and Arsenal and playing a key role in helping the Red Devils reach the FA Cup final (winning 2-1 against Tottenham).
Premier League determines second relegated team
Southampton's 1-0 win over Swansea in the make-up match on the evening of May 8 pushed West Brom back to the first division next season.
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Swansea officially relegated after losing to Southampton. Photo:Reuters |
Swansea and Southampton are tied on 33 points and share 17th and 18th place on the table. Huddersfield are 16th on 36 points, while West Brom are 19th on 31. Jonny Evans' side can only hope of staying up if Swansea and Southampton draw.
However, Manolo Gabbiadini snuffed out West Brom's few chances. The Italian striker appeared at the right time, after a corner kick in the 72nd minute, and scored from close range after goalkeeper Lukas Fabianski had pushed the ball out. The former Napoli player's goal helped Southampton earn all three points, moving them up to 16th place, and officially relegating West Brom.
