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Tariq Lamptey Signs One-Year Extension at Brighton

Tariq Lamptey (Brighton & Hove Albion)
June 2025

Brighton right-back Tariq Lamptey has signed a one-year contract extension, staying with the Seagulls through the 2025-26 season after a year hampered by injuries and limited to 10 league starts.
Head coach Fabian Hurzeler praised Lamptey’s versatility and drive to help Brighton reach new targets. The 24-year-old Ghana international will compete for a regular spot in wide defensive roles next season.

Hull Sack Ruben Selles Despite Championship Survival

Ruben Selles (Hull City)
May 2025

Hull City have parted ways with head coach Ruben Selles, who helped the club avoid relegation from the Championship this season.
Despite securing safety, Hull’s board opted for change, making Selles the third coach sacked by the club within the past 12 months as they aim for stability and long-term direction.

Watford Appoint Paulo Pezzolano as New Head Coach on One-Year Deal

Paulo Pezzolano (Watford)
May 2025

Watford have appointed Paulo Pezzolano as their new head coach on an initial one-year contract. The club views him as a “promotion specialist” to lead their push back to the Premier League.
Pezzolano replaces Tom Cleverley, who was sacked after a 14th-place finish in the Championship. This marks Watford’s 16th permanent managerial appointment in the last decade.

Stoke Extend Lewis Baker’s Contract After Strong Loan Return

Lewis Baker (Stoke City)
May 2025

Stoke have triggered a one-year extension for Lewis Baker after he scored six goals in 19 matches following his January return from Blackburn. He re-established himself as a key player under manager Mark Robins.
Baker impressed upon recall, helping Stoke narrowly avoid relegation. Goalkeepers Jack Bonham and Frank Fielding also extended their stays, while four senior players will depart the club this summer.

Cannavaro Fired as Dinamo Sack 3rd Coach in Title Collapse

Fabio Cannavaro (Dinamo Zagreb)
April 2025

Dinamo Zagreb have sacked Fabio Cannavaro after just 14 matches in charge, marking their third managerial dismissal this season. Cannavaro, hired in December, failed to keep the club in the title race.
Under Cannavaro, Dinamo recorded a mixed record of 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses in the league. They were also eliminated from the Champions League early and are now 8 points off leaders Hajduk Split.

World Cup Winner Mats Hummels to Retire This Summer

Mats Hummels (Roma)
Summer 2025

The 36-year-old defender has announced he will retire at the end of the current season after an 18-year career.
Hummels, a 2014 World Cup champion, reflected on his journey and stated, “Now comes the moment no footballer can avoid… I’m ending my career this summer.” He is currently finishing his final season at Roma.

Fabian Schar Pens New Deal to Extend Newcastle Stay Until 2026

Fabian Schar (Newcastle United)
Announced ahead of end-of-season run-in, 2024/25

Veteran centre-back Fabian Schar has signed a contract extension that keeps him at Newcastle United until the end of the 2025/26 season.
Schar, who joined from Deportivo La Coruña in 2018, has made 221 appearances for the Magpies. The 32-year-old expressed his joy after the club’s recent Carabao Cup win and reaffirmed his happiness at continuing with the club and in the city.

RB Leipzig Eye Crystal Palace’s Oliver Glasner for Head Coach Role

Oliver Glasner (Crystal Palace)
April 2025

RB Leipzig are considering Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner as a top candidate for their vacant head coach position following Marco Rose’s recent dismissal.
Leipzig remain interested in Glasner as they assess permanent replacements, impressed by his Premier League impact and previous Bundesliga success with Eintracht Frankfurt.

RB Leipzig Sack Marco Rose After Bundesliga and Champions League Struggles

Marco Rose (RB Leipzig)
March 2025

RB Leipzig have dismissed head coach Marco Rose and his staff following poor performances domestically and in Europe, with the team currently sitting sixth in the Bundesliga.
Rose, appointed in 2022, failed to progress from the Champions League group stage and lost to Monchengladbach, leaving Leipzig three points off fourth. The club will name an interim coach soon.

Premier League’s Mega Earners Revealed: Haaland & Guardiola Top Shocking Salary List

A breakdown of the Premier League’s top earners reveals Erling Haaland and Pep Guardiola lead player and manager wages, with massive weekly salaries and bonuses highlighting the league’s financial powerhouses.

Highest-Paid Players:

  • Erling Haaland (Manchester City): £500,000/week, £2.2m/month
  • Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City): £432,000/week, £1.7m/month
  • Casemiro (Manchester United): £376,250/week, £1.5m/month
  • Mohamed Salah (Liverpool): £376,250/week, £1.5m/month
  • Marcus Rashford (Manchester United): £349,000/week, £1.4m/month
  • Raheem Sterling (Chelsea): £349,000/week, £1.4m/month

Premier League’s Highest-Paid Managers:

  • Pep Guardiola (Manchester City): £416,000/week
  • Mikel Arteta (Arsenal): £309,000/week
  • David Moyes (Everton): £257,000/week

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