Tom Cleverley (Watford)
May 2025
Watford have sacked head coach Tom Cleverley after finishing 14th in the Championship despite a strong early record. He becomes the club’s 10th managerial casualty in five years.
Appointed full-time after a promising start in 2024, Cleverley’s side won only five league games in 2025. Sporting director Gian Luca Nani cited the need for a fresh direction to develop the club’s young squad.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer (Besiktas), Manchester United
May 2025
Ex-Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says it’s painful to see his former club struggling in 15th place under Ruben Amorim, adding that watching the team “is never easy” as it still feels like “family.”
Now managing Turkish side Besiktas, Solskjaer spoke ahead of his clash with José Mourinho’s Fenerbahce, reflecting on his affection for United and how Besiktas’ values reminded him of his Old Trafford days.
Jamie Vardy (Leicester City)
May 2025
Jamie Vardy momentarily halted a Premier League match by blowing the referee’s whistle himself, allowing injured debutant referee David Webb to receive treatment after pulling up just 20 minutes into the game.
With Webb unable to continue and play ongoing, Vardy took charge in a light-hearted but vital moment to stop the game, showcasing sportsmanship in what could be one of his final top-flight appearances.
Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)
May 2025
Pep Guardiola has clarified he will take a break from football once he eventually leaves Manchester City, but he has no plans to retire. The Spaniard remains contracted with the club until June 2027 and emphasized he isn’t planning to leave imminently.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Guardiola explained his previous comments, stating that after his time at City ends—whenever that may be—he intends to rest for an undetermined period. He ruled out retiring and reaffirmed his current commitment to City.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Everton)
May 2025 (Final Weeks of Premier League Season)
David Moyes has made it clear that Dominic Calvert-Lewin must prove he is physically robust enough to handle regular football before Everton consider offering him a new contract, as no deal has been offered since the club’s takeover.
Moyes emphasized the need for reliable, injury-free players and stated that Calvert-Lewin’s limited availability due to injuries is a key factor in the decision. The striker has returned to training but remains short of match fitness, casting doubt over his role in Everton’s final fixtures.
Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)
May 2025 (End of Season)
Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe firmly stated that Alexander Isak is “not for sale,” emphasizing his desire to retain the club’s top talent and build a stronger squad for next season.
Howe said he’s focused on adding depth after limited transfer activity in recent windows, and that keeping Isak is key to Newcastle’s progress as they push toward a strong season finish.
Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid)
May 2025 (Ahead of Club World Cup & World Cup Qualifiers)
Talks between Carlo Ancelotti and Brazil’s FA over a potential managerial switch have stalled due to timing issues and external interest, with Jorge Jesus now emerging as a new candidate for the Brazil role.
Ancelotti is expected to stay with Real Madrid until at least the end of the LaLiga season, as discussions with club president Florentino Perez continue. Meanwhile, uncertainty surrounds who will lead Real during the Club World Cup in June, with Xabi Alonso still viewed as the long-term successor.
Adam Lallana (Southampton)
May 2025
Adam Lallana has served as assistant coach for Southampton’s last three matches, with his playing future unclear as his contract nears expiry and he hasn’t featured since March 8.
Interim boss Simon Rusk confirmed Lallana will continue in a coaching role for now, stating the decision to resume playing lies solely with the 36-year-old midfielder.
Harvey Elliott (Liverpool)
April 2025
Harvey Elliott expressed his desire to stay at Liverpool long-term despite limited minutes this season, stating he is committed but knows his fate lies with club decision-makers.
With zero Premier League starts and 14 bench appearances, Elliott admitted other clubs are monitoring his situation. He hopes to “push on” next season but acknowledged “managers and people above” will influence what happens.
