Slot claims that the Premier League has become 'less enjoyable to watch' because of the increase in goals from set pieces.
Manchester United prepares to find substitutes for Casemiro
Premier League Goal Trends
According to the Spanish outlet AS, Manchester United has compiled a list of possible candidates to replace Casemiro, who is expected to depart Old Trafford when his contract concludes at the end of the 2025/26 season.
The roster of players features Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali, along with Nottingham Forest’s England international, Elliot Anderson.
Casemiro has been instrumental in Manchester United’s remarkable beginning under interim manager Michael Carrick, contributing to a series of performances that have propelled The Red Devils to third in the Premier League standings.
Manchester United’s Midfield Concerns
Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton and Joao Gomes from Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly on United’s radar.
"Three prominent names top Manchester United's priority list: Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali, and Elliot Anderson," the article stated.
"Further along the roster, yet equally significant, are Adam Wharton and Joao Gomes.
Potential Casemiro Replacements
Guardiola remains tight-lipped regarding Haaland as he declines to provide details on the injury. Video credit: SNTV
"To assemble a squad that can compete for titles both now and in the future. It certainly won't be a simple or inexpensive task."
Madrid is interested in the Dortmund defender
Impact of Interim Management
According to the Spanish publication Mundo Deportivo, Real Madrid has identified Borussia Dortmund’s defender Nico Schlotterbeck as one of their primary targets for the upcoming summer transfer window.
Throughout the 2025/26 season, Schlotterbeck has played a vital role in Dortmund’s defense, and he found the net during Saturday’s Der Klassiker, where his team fell 3-2 to league leaders Bayern Munich.
Madrid is keen to bolster their defensive options following a lackluster season that resulted in the dismissal of the highly regarded coach Xabi Alonso.
'It holds significant value' – Carrick relishing the 'encouraging' reaction from fans at Man Utd Video credit: SNTV
Schlotterbeck’s agreement is due to conclude at the end of the upcoming season, which suggests that Dortmund might be keen to transfer him this summer instead of allowing him to leave for free in a year.
"At 26, Schlotterbeck is among the primary targets for Real Madrid as they look to strengthen their central defense for the upcoming season," stated the article.
"The defender from Dortmund is bound by a contract until 2027; however, he has so far turned down the renewal proposals put forth by Dortmund.
Juve has set a significant asking price for Koopmeiners
Tuttosport has reported that Juventus has set a €30 million asking price for Netherlands international Teun Koopmeiners, who is being pursued by Galatasaray and Roma.
In this season, Koopmeiners has netted two goals and provided one assist in 36 matches for Juventus across all competitions.
In August 2024, he joined Turin from their Serie A competitors Atalanta, carrying a significant reputation.
Nonetheless, Tuttosport reports that he may be transferring once more in the near future.
"Several clubs from Europe have shown interest in him," the article stated.
"Indeed, not just Galatasaray – who chased him during the entire winter transfer period – are keen on the Dutch player, but Roma is also showing interest."