Manchester United defender Leny Yoro is actively urging the club to secure the long-term futures of his highly experienced teammates. The young Frenchman has highlighted the invaluable mentorship he receives from Harry Maguire and praised the immense winning mentality of Casemiro, stressing that keeping both veterans at Old Trafford is absolutely crucial for the squad's ongoing development.

Legendary former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer has doubled down on his comments regarding Anthony Gordon's absence from the starting XI against Barcelona. After Gordon strongly denied suggestions he was unwilling to play, labelling the claims as "nonsense", Shearer has publicly stood by his initial criticism of the winger.

Chelsea captain Reece James will miss several games after picking up a new injury. James has enjoyed a fine 2025-26 season and was expected to be named in England's squad later this week for the upcoming March internationals but he is now set for an extended period on the treatment table with a hamstring problem.

Lionel Messi was left out of Inter Miami's squad as they played out a goalless draw against Charlotte. But the decision to leave Messi out of the squad was strategic rather than injury-related as, having played the full 90 minutes against Nashville SC in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup round of 16 just days prior, the Inter Miami coaching staff opted to protect their prized asset.

Despite the absence of multiple big stars, Javier Mascherano's side held firm in a scoreless draw

Argentina teammates Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul were not included in Javier Mascherano’s matchday squad for Inter Miami’s road clash with Charlotte FC at Bank of America Stadium. Neither player is injured, and both were reportedly rested ahead of Miami’s second-leg meeting with Nashville SC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.

Newcastle United are bracing themselves for a summer of heavy interest in Lewis Hall, with three Premier League rivals all firmly in the hunt. Scouts from Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal have reportedly been "closely monitoring" the defender as they weigh up big-money moves at the end of the season.

Chelsea are reportedly determined to reshape their defensive unit this summer and have apparently "knocked on the door" of Kim Min-jae about the possibility of him moving to Stamford Bridge. The Blues' interest in the 29-year-old comes as they look to add a veteran presence to a young squad that has struggled with consistency and injuries throughout the campaign.

Two key managers have been sacked in the third-tier leagues.

USWNT sensation Alyssa Thompson has lifted the lid on her daunting transition from Angel City FC to the relentless spotlight of the Women's Super League. Trading the sunny comforts of her Los Angeles hometown for a blockbuster move to Chelsea, the 20-year-old forward revealed the leap was so intimidating that she braced herself to go four months without finding the back of the net in a star-studded Blues squad.

Chelsea have been handed a massive boost by Lauren James extending her stay until 2030, hours after her brother and men's team captain Reece signed a new long-term deal until 2032. This historic double commitment ensures the James siblings remain central to the club’s ambitions, marking a monumental day for the Blues' present and future success.

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