Common sense said 49ers Enterprises would not want to rush its choice of head coach. This is its first big decision as owner-to-be of Leeds United, the first example of its judgment and competence. This is a decision that falls to the U.S. group alone, no longer subject to the...
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Sevilla have confirmed the appointment of Victor Orta as their new sporting director – and the former Leeds chief is ready to raid Elland Road in his first piece of official business. The 44-year-old left Leeds United last month, the Spaniard ultimately falling on his sword after a string of...
Every now and then, a certain American pronunciation slips through the net when Charlie Trout speaks. For the most part, his broad East Midlands accent dominates the conversation as we chat over a Zoom call from Chicago, but after more than a decade in the States, his subtle use of...
The letters sent by Rudy Cline-Thomas to the NBA ran into double figures, all but one of them posted without reply. A student at Providence College in Rhode Island, his senior year was about to start and he hoped to fill the summer before it with an internship. Basketball floated...
The transfer window officially opened on Wednesday, and there has already been activity across the Premier League and Europe — most notably England midfielder Jude Bellingham’s move from Borussia Dortmund to Real Madrid. To keep on top of all the ins and outs this summer, you can follow The Athletic’s...
The concept of work permits has been a hot topic of debate among Premier League fans for many years. Prior to Brexit in January 2020, players from outside the European Union (EU) hoping to play in English football would have had to obtain a work permit to ensure they were...
Marcus Rashford could not bring himself to watch Manchester City lift the Champions League – but the Manchester United star says club rivalries are left at the door with England thanks to the group’s “strong bond”. Erik ten Hag’s arrival sparked a marked improvement in the red half of Manchester...
There is no longer any doubt that Stuart Webber’s reign as Norwich City sporting director is all but over. The club confirmed on Tuesday lunchtime that the 39-year-old handed in his resignation in March and will now leave Norwich, be it in the coming weeks or months. It has been...
Brenden Aaronson says that he isn’t focused on his future as he’s taking time with the national team to reconnect with friends after a tough season. Aaronson not focused on Leeds exit talk With USMNT for Nations League Midfielder expected to move on this summer WHAT HAPPENED? Aaronson and Leeds...
Relegation is always devastating for football clubs, and the aim is always to bounce straight back up, but sometimes long-term planning and patience can be key to ensuring long-term success. Leeds United may find it useful to look beyond an instant bounce-back and use the summer window to find long-term solutions...