Manchester United planning to trigger release clause of Atletico Madrid star


Manchester United are reportedly considering the prospect of pursuing goalkeeper Jan Oblak from Atletico Madrid amid the uncertain future of David de Gea with the club.



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Bolton vs Brentford: Postponed Championship fixture will NOT take place this week, EFL confirm

Bolton’s Championship clash against Brentford will not take place this week after being postponed over the weekend, the EFL has confirmed.

The fixture was originally scheduled to take place last Saturday, but it was cancelled as Wanderers players boycotted over unpaid wages.

Bolton have been told they must fulfil their two outstanding fixtures – the Brentford clash as well as the final day trip to Nottingham Forest on Sunday – with the EFL to decide on Thursday when the Brentford match will take place.

The Brentford game will not be rearranged for this week, with the EFL confirming it could take place after the last round of fixtures has been completed.

“The EFL has this morning confirmed that Bolton Wanderers’ suspended Sky Bet Championship fixture with Brentford will not be played this week,” a statement released by the governing body read.

“The EFL Board will now determine on Thursday 2 May 2019 as to what arrangements are to be put in place in regards to the fixture and Bolton Wanderers will be instructed accordingly.

“As previously advised EFL Regulations do provide for any League match to be played within four days of the end of the normal playing season (Sunday 5 May 2019).

“The EFL reserves its position in relation to the Club not making the arrangements to play the game at the earliest opportunity and this matter will be brought to the attention of the Independent Disciplinary Commission the Club has been referred to at the appropriate time.”

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Businessman Laurence Bassini had looked set to complete a takeover of the ailing club, already relegated to League One for next season, but that was thrown into doubt on Monday.

In an earlier statement, released on Saturday, Bolton accused Bassini of failing to keep his pledge that players and staff would be paid during the takeover process.

There are now reports Bassini will meet with EFL chief executive Shaun Harvey at some point on Tuesday to discuss his proposed takeover deal.



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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer critical of Anthony Martial's attitude


Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was reportedly unimpressed with the attitude of Anthony Martial before the club's Premier League clash against Chelsea on Sunday.



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Manchester United boss sweating over fitness of front duo


Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is reportedly sweating over the fitness of front duo Marcus Rashford and Romelu Lukaku after they aggravated their respective injuries during the league clash against Chelsea.



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2 Police Wounded by Bomb in Car in El Salvador's Capital


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New York’s New Pro Rugby Team Lands a French Star


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Marriott to Expand Further Into Home-Sharing


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David De Gea Under Scrutiny After Mistakes at Man United


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LIVE Transfer Talk: PSG ready £90m bid for Man United keeper David De Gea

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New York’s New Pro Rugby Team Lands a French Star


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Jimmy Butler and 76ers Hold Off Late Push by Raptors


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Arsenal send scouts to watch potential Aaron Ramsey replacement?


Arsenal reportedly had their scouts in attendance to watch midfielder Dennis Praet during Sampdoria's 2-1 league defeat to Lazio.



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Romelu Lukaku casts doubts over his Manchester United future


Belgium international Romelu Lukaku has refused to speak on the possibility of parting ways with Manchester United shortly after the club's 1-1 Premier League draw against Chelsea.



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Juventus favourites to sign Manchester United attacker?


Juventusandnbsp;have reportedly earmarked Manchester Unitedandnbsp;midfielderandnbsp;Juan Mataandnbsp;as a potential target for this summer's transfer window.



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Chelsea to swoop for Scottish attacker?


Chelsea have reportedly identified Ryan Fraser as a potential option to bolster their first-team squad ahead of the 2019/2020 campaign.



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Predicted Liverpool lineup (4-3-3) to face Barcelona, Firmino and Salah start


Liverpool make the trip to the Camp Nou for the opening leg of their Champions League semi-final against Barcelona on Wednesday night.



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Liverpool handed major injury boost ahead of Barcelona game


Liverpool have been handed a key fitness boost ahead of the first leg of their Champions League clash against Barcelona on Wednesday night.



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Maurizio Sarri speaks on Gonzalo Higuain's future at Chelsea


Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has hinted that Gonzalo Higuain will be remaining with the club despite struggling to make an impact on the club proceedings.



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Philippe Coutinho to score for Barcelona against Liverpool?

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