Manuel Pellegrini shows Rangers the Real Betis weak link as 'great inconvenience' prompts risky 'murmur'
Manuel Pellegrini has been left scratching his head for Real Betis options in defence ahead of facing off with Rangers next week.
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Saudi transfer window closes after a $1 billion spending spree on soccer stars
MANCHESTER, England: After an outlay of $1 billion, Saudi Arabia’s transfer window shut on Thursday with the Kingdom having announced itself as a new powerhouse in global soccer. Leading target Mohamed Salah may not have joined Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar and Karim Benzema by moving to the lucrative Saudi Pro League, but it seems inevitable more stars will eventually be lured away from Europe’s biggest clubs. Liverpool last week reportedly rejected a bid worth 150 million pounds ($188 million) from Al-Ittihad for Salah and despite speculation a renewed offer would come before Thursday’s deadline, no deal was struck for the Egypt international. There is, however, little suggestion Saudi Arabia’s spectacular spending will end there as the country has sought to move its way into international sports, investing in recent years in golf, boxing, Formula One racing and tennis, as well as soccer. Based on reported fees, Saudi clubs paid just over $1 billion on players, which would place it behind only the English Premier League in terms of global spending during the window. Then there are the large salaries said to be on offer, with Ronaldo’s deal reportedly worth up to $200 million a year. Despite anticipation that Salah could be the latest superstar signing, the Saudi window ended relatively quietly.
Jota sees Steven Gerrard loan bid fail as former Rangers boss attempt to free ex Celtic hero comes to late
A late attempt to sign Jota on loan by Steven Gerrard failed with the Portuguese facing months on the sidelines at Al Ittihad.
Rangers Europa League boost as Betis star stopper set for £18m Saudi move despite Manuel Pellegrini 'irresponsible' claim
Rangers’ Europa League rivals Real Betis are on the brink of losing star defender Luiz Felipe with the Italy International set to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad.
Scolari comes out of retirement to coach Atletico Mineiro
World Cup-winning coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has agreed to another stint in the dugout, coming out of retirement on Friday to take over at Brazilian Serie A club Atletico Mineiro until December 2024.
Scolari comes out of retirement to coach Brazil’s Atletico Mineiro
SAO PAULO: Former Brazil and Portugal coach Luiz Felipe Scolari came out of retirement on Friday to take charge of Atletico Mineiro.
Barcelona edge closer to title with 4-0 win over 10-man Betis
BARCELONA : Andreas Christensen, Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha were on target as Barcelona thrashed 10-man Real Betis 4-0 on Saturday to tighten their grip on top spot and moved a step closer to their 27th LaLiga title.
Real Betis squad for Manchester United second leg revealed as injury blow confirmed
Real Betis will be without defender Luiz Felipe for the second leg of their Europa League last-16 tie against Manchester United on Thursday night.