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06 Sept 2025

Football rumours: Steven Gerrard under fire at Al-Ettifaq amid poor run of form

Football rumours: Steven Gerrard under fire at Al-Ettifaq amid poor run of form

What the papers say

Steven Gerrard is reportedly facing the sack from his managerial role at Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq. According to The Sun, the 44-year-old is under fire following a string of poor form, culminating in a shock cup exit to a second division side on Wednesday.

Metro says Ruben Amorim’s impending switch from Sporting Lisbon to Manchester United has had a ripple effect on several members of Sporting’s playing group, including Viktor Gyokeres. Citing Portuguese outlet O Jogo, Gyokeres rejected a big-money offer to stay under Amorim and would now be inclined to make a move should he attract strong interest in the upcoming window.

The Telegraph reports Newcastle are weighing up a move for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo. Football Insider says the Cameroon international’s price tag is £60million, which could be out of the Magpies’ price range.

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Players to watch

Aurelien Tchouameni: Spanish outlet Relevo says Real Madrid are considering parting ways with the midfielder.

Sergio Reguilon: Fichajes reports Getafe are eyeing a move for the Tottenham defender.

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