Amorim to blood youngsters in league as United focus on Europe

Ruben Amorim has admitted it’s not the right time to throw Manchester United’s young players into Premier League action, but has said he may be forced to take risks as he prioritises the Europa League. United face Wolves at Old Trafford on Sunday, just three days after their stunning comeback against Lyon. Amorim has hinted he will be forced to make changes after the gruelling 120 minutes against the French side.

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Southampton sack manager Ivan Jurić following relegation

Southampton have reached an agreement with manager Ivan Juric to leave following relegation from the Premier League on Sunday. Juric was appointed as Russell Martin’s successor on an 18-month deal in December but has won just two of his 16 matches. Sunday’s 3-1 defeat at Tottenham consigned the rock-bottom Saints to the earliest relegation in Premier League history with eight games still to play.

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Arsenal defender Gabriel ruled out for rest of season

Arsenal defender Gabriel will miss the remainder of the season after the club confirmed he requires hamstring surgery. The Brazilian was substituted in the first half of Arsenal’s 2-1 win against Fulham at the Emirates stadium on Tuesday. Arsenal say the 27-year-old is aiming to return to action in time for the start of the 2025-26 campaign.

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Jota fires Liverpool to derby win over Everton

Liverpool claimed bragging rights on Merseyside with victory over rivals Everton and edged closer to lifting the Premier League title. Arne Slot’s men require only 13 points from a possible 24 available to guarantee a deserved and record-equalling 20th top-flight triumph. The Red were being frustrated by Everton’s backline sitting deep, but claimed the three points courtesy of a moment of magic from Diogo Jota.

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Electric Elanga haunts United with winner for Forest

Nottingham Forest moved closer to realising their Champions League dream as Anthony Elanga’s solo strike defeated his former club Manchester United. The winger, who joined United as a 12-year-old, sprinted 70 yards before finishing into the bottom corner to catch the visitors cold with an early winner. He joined Forest from United for £15m in 2023, in search of regular football, and continued his excellent season against his former club.

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