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Manchester United gave Zlatan Ibrahimovic huge goal bonus

EXCLUSIVE - JACK GAUGHAN: Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s contract at Manchester United includes a gigantic bonus for the number of goals he scored. Sportsmail can disclose the breathtaking incentive which was worth up to £143,000 a goal. This is on top of his £367,640 a week basic pay which is revealed in a book published in Germany this week. In total, Ibrahimovic earned £2.86million in goal bonuses.

FIFA investigate Paul Pogba's transfer to Man United

CHARLES SALE AND MATT LAWTON: FIFA have launched an investigation into Paul Pogba’s world record £89.3million transfer from Juventus to Manchester United last summer. World football’s ruling body have contacted United to ask for clarification about all aspects of the deal, including the extra- ordinary cut of more than £41m taken by Pogba’s agent Mino Raiola.

I think it is utterly ridiculous that Manchester United are prepared to pay so much money to centre forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic for doing the job he is paid to do.

CHIEF SPORTS WRITER: At a time when it seems poor or rogue owners are causing havoc, Middlesbrough chairman Steve Gibson is, by common consent, a shining light.

The England international has 12 months remaining on his current terms at The Emirates Stadium but the prospect of potentially moving to Merseyside has given him something to consider.

Last time England crashed out of their own World Cup after being drawn in a pool with Australia, Wales, Fiji and Uruguay – but who will Eddie Jones' side get this time around?

CHARLES SALE - SPORTS AGENDA: FIFA president Gianni Infantino has stage-managed another controversial coup by removing leaders of the investigatory and judicial ethics chambers.

Juventus 2-1 Monaco (agg 4-1): Allegri's men in UCL final

JUVENTUS 2-1 MONACO (agg: 4-1) - DOMINIC KING AT THE JUVENTUS STADIUM: The objective had long since been secured but, on the touchline, Max Allegri was blazing. Arms waving, head shaking, the perfect night had been ruined. 

Gonzalo Higuain left fuming after being stamped on by Glik

Gonzalo Higuain was left pounding the turf in frustration after Monaco defender Kamil Glik appeared to aim a deliberate stamp at him. Tempers frayed in the latter stages of Juventus and Monaco's Champions League semi-final second leg, which eventually saw the Italians book their place in Cardiff. A series of incidents were set in motion in the second half when Glik jumped over Higuain and appeared to land his studs on the back of the Argentine's right leg. 

Dani Alves' thunderous volley in Juventus' Champions League semi final win over Monaco was reminiscent of a Paul Scholes special, according to Dimitar Berbatov.

Strikes from Mario Mandzukic and Dani Alves downed Monaco 2-1 on the night and 4-1 on aggregate as Massimiliano Allegri's men eased through to the final.

Juventus secured their place in the Champions League final as a 2-1 second-leg win secured a 4-1 aggregate success. Here's how the players rated in the second-leg of the semi-final clash.

Philippe Coutinho has window smashed on £50,000 Porsche

Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho (inset left) had the windows smashed on his luxury Porsche Macan while he attended the club's end-of-season awards night on Tuesday. What was supposed to be an evening of celebration for players and fans alike ended in a mess for Coutinho, who will likely have been furious to discover the damage. Coutinho was joined by his wife Aine at Anfield, with the pair safely inside when a thug launched a rock at the Brazilian's car window.

Liverpool players suited and booted for season awards

Jurgen Klopp led the way as Liverpool arrived suited and booted for their end of season awards on Tuesday evening.  The Reds squad turned out in force for the annual, prestigious bash, with Philippe Coutinho and Sadio Mane among the front-runners to take the honours.

Bastian Schweinsteiger has revealed he is struggling to adapt to the 'huge' step down in quality in Major League Soccer, saying he sometimes finds himself frustrated by his new team-mates.

SAMI MOKBEL: Arsene Wenger is fighting one of the biggest battles of his 21-year spell at Arsenal as he comes under mounting pressure to make drastic changes to his backroom team.

Despite playing an important part in Real Madrid's run-in, James Rodriguez is still set to be sold by the club this summer and Manchester United are the lastest side he has been offered to.

Juventus 2-1 Monaco: Nine things you may have missed

Juventus booked their place in a second Champions League final in three years as Massimiliano Allegri's side completed a 4-1 aggregate victory over Monaco on Tuesday night. First-half strikes from Mario Mandzukic and Dani Alves all but ended the contest before half-time at the Juventus Stadium before Kylian Mbappe scored a consolation for the Ligue 1 side in the second period. 

Lionel Messi shows off amazing shirt collection

So you thought you had a world-beating replica shirt collection? Well, we hate to be the bearers of bad news but Lionel Messi's is considerably better.

Arsene Wenger warned English football not to risk its mass appeal by following trends to play without the ball like champions-elect Chelsea and predecessors Leicester.

West Ham are monitoring developments with Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure, who has been offered a new deal by the club but has yet to make a decision regarding his future.

Sportsmail reported in March that the Premier League club were confident of getting Gilmour, who was also being tracked by Bayern Munich and both Manchester clubs.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Co arrive at 'Real Madrid City'

Los Blancos stars made their way to Real Madrid City on the eve of their match against city rivals at Vicente Calderon. Real Madrid City is the club's all-encompassing training base - which is 40 times bigger than the Bernabeu. It includes the Alfredo Di Stefano training pitch, youth pitches, an indoor swimming pool, games room, cinema, restaurant and 57 individual bedrooms for the La Liga giants to utilise.

Atletico Madrid train at the Calderon ahead of Real clash

Diego Simeone says his Atletico Madrid players must take it a goal at a time as they look to achieve the near-impossible in Wednesday's Champions League semi-final. The Atletico players headed out to the Vicente Calderon pitch to train on Tuesday, 24 hours before they try to overturn a three-goal deficit against rivals Real Madrid. Antoine Griezmann and Fernando Torres were among the players who looked in high spirits as they went through a number of drills.

Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick in a dominant first leg display at the Bernabeu put the 11-times European champions on the brink of a third final in four years.

Real are aiming to become the first team ever to retain Europe's premier club trophy, while Barcelona have usurped Bale's side in a tight title race at the top of the Spanish league.

The Spanish giants are on the brink of the Champions League final after Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick secured a 3-0 first-leg win last week.

Arsene Wenger has ridiculed the role of the director of football and ruled out any chance of such an appointment being made at Arsenal as long as he is the manager.

The Brazil international, who has scored 10 goals in 27 Premier League appearances this season, has been linked with the Spanish champions after continuing his impressive form under Jurgen Klopp.

Everton striker Romelu Lukaku named player of the season

Everton striker Romelu Lukaku has been named player of the season at the club's annual awards ceremony in Liverpool on Tuesday night. Lukaku was feted at the city's Philharmonic Hall after his 24 goals in the Premier League this campaign spearheaded the club's charge back to European football after two years outside of continental competition. The Belgian striker has been linked with a move away from Goodison Park this summer, but Lukaku was delighted to pick up his award and is focused on ending the season on a high, starting against Watford on Friday night.

Andy Murray battles into Madrid Open last 16

MIKE DICKSON IN MADRID: Andy Murray’s defence of his world No 1 position begins in earnest this week, and the campaign started satisfactorily with straight sets progress into the third round of the Mutua Madrid Open.

LAWRENCE BOOTH: Joe Root has pledged to work on his power-hitting in a bid to remain part of England's Twenty20 plans, insisting: 'I still think I can offer something to the team.'

The 28-year-old was tied to Nike's hardware until the sports brand left the sector in August, and McIlroy took the opportunity to test a series of other clubs over the last few months.

The fight boxing fans around the world have been waiting for has been made with Mexican icon Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez set to throw down with Kazakhstani warrior Gennady 'GGG' Golovkin.

Michael Owen looks forward to his debut in the saddle

INTERVIEW BY DOMINIC KING: Michael Owen is bursting with excitement as he takes out his phone and flicks through some photographs. ‘Here... have a look at this!’ he says. It is a video which shows one of the horses in training at Owen’s Manor House Stables happily bounding up the all-weather gallop at a rhythmic pace. The rider on its back won’t win any artistic prizes but he has the beast firmly under control.

Joshua videoed partying in his robe following £15m win over rival Klitschko... and toasts victory with a bowl of cereal

After winning a fight which earns you at least £15million, few would think twice about partying with your nearest and dearest. And it appears Anthony Joshua did exactly that after overcoming heavyweight rival Wladimir Klitschko in an epic Wembley Stadium battle.  Joshua, still wearing his boxing robe, has been videoed showing off his muscular physique and dance moves following his win in the 11th round. 

The toxic issue of wildcards for Maria Sharapova now appears to have spilled over into domestic British tennis with a row involving the Russian breaking out at the LTA.

MATT LAWTON: The outcome of Tyson Fury’s drugs case could take a further three weeks if an appeal follows the conclusion to a UK Anti-Doping hearing that took place in London.

Eddie Jones has already started using his inside knowledge of Japan to gain an edge at the World Cup by making an early bid for a training base, with the draw set to be made on Wednesday.

Red army! Coutinho and Wijnaldum take on 30 Liverpool kids in crazy one-off match

Philippe Coutinho and Georginio Wijnaldum are used to facing the very best of the Premier League week in, week out. However, the Liverpool duo took on an altogether different calibre of opponent on Tuesday afternoon - 30 of the club's youngest players. Coutinho and Wijnaldum tested their skills against an army of youngsters in Kirkby as part of a special one-off match staged by the Anfield club.

David de Gea takes a stroll with fiancee Edurne Garcia

The Manchester United No 1 donned shades as he stepped out with his other half in sunny Altrincham ahead of this week's Europa League second leg with Celta Vigo. The happy couple enjoyed lunch at the Bem Brazil restaurant in the Cheshire town in a break from de Gea's packed schedule.

Sportsmail has seen a confidential document circulated to all League Two clubs in February this year breaking down the amount each will spend on their playing budget in the 2016-17 season.

Daniel Levy has warned Tottenham’s players that he will not rip up the club’s rigid pay structure despite their excellent season. Spurs are set to finish a club-best second in the Premier League.

Sam Allardyce is sick of seeing Wilfried Zaha targeted and has called on referees to start protecting the Premier League's most fouled player.

Saracens swap rugby for basketball

They say a heavy defeat can dent your love for the game, and Saracens' response to losing to Wasps last weekend appears to be turning to a whole different sport. The premiership champions were put to the sword in Coventry to finish the season in third place ahead of the playoffs, having rested some of their big names ahead of Saturday's Champions Cup final. And now the Sarries stars responded by switching their attention away from rugby and bringing a basketball to training.

Newcastle Falcons have announced the re-signing of former England fly-half Toby Flood from French side Toulouse.

The 31-year-old Pau flanker, who has been overlooked by England since moving to France to join Toulon six years ago, will feature in the match at Twickenham on May 28, as revealed by Sportsmail.

An article on 5 May about Accrington Stanley's Paddy Lacey receiving a 14-month drugs ban included in error an incorrectly captioned agency picture of Sean McConville.

'What a good looking young lad!': Alli pays himself a complement while commentating on iconic past Tottenham games with Kane

After proving they can link up telepathically on the pitch, Tottenham star duo Dele Alli and Harry Kane have turned their hand to football commentary to see if they're both just as in sync talking about the beautiful game.  The duo took on the task along with Spurs TV to re-live some classic clashes of recent years, in which some of the club's most memorable moments were registered. Each being a huge part of Spurs recent emergence as one of the country's top team, it was somewhat unavoidable for Alli and Kane not to be involved in the footage of which they attempted to cover as commentary box pundits.

Tottenham to wear special shirts for final home game

The demolition of White Hart Lane will begin the morning after Tottenham Hotspur face Manchester United this weekend. Tottenham, who will play at Wembley Stadium for the 2017-18 season, are hopeful it will take three months for the Lane to be taken apart.

EXCLUSIVE BY RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: The incentive is worth around one year of his salary and was written into his deal when he became the club’s third manager of the season.

There will be no Premier League trophy presentation at the Hawthorns on Friday even if Chelsea are confirmed as champions. They will have to wait until their final game of the season.

Chelsea striker Diego Costa has played down claims he has already agreed a £75million summer move to China but is adamant he will control his own future.

Chris Froome knocked off bike by hit-and-run driver

Chris Froome has said he was deliberately knocked off his bike by a hit-and-run driver while training in southern France. The 31-year-old three-time Tour de France winner posted a picture of his broken bike on Twitter but said he was not hurt in the incident. The Team Sky rider wrote: 'Just got rammed on purpose by an impatient driver who followed me onto the pavement! Thankfully I'm okay. Bike totalled. Driver kept going!'

Jose Mari has gone from scrawny footballer to bodybuilder

When a footballer hangs up his boots after a long and testing career, it is usually assumed they will spend the rest of their days spending less time around the gym. That is unless you're Jose Mari. The Spanish attacker, who played for Sevilla, Atletico Madrid and AC Milan in a decent career, has not been seen on a football pitch since retiring in 2013. But rather than taking to the golf course or pursuing a career in coaching, Mari has found a new passion: bodybuilding.

EXCLUSIVE - DAVID SNEYD: Athlone Town players, management and club officials have been ordered to provide bank statements and phone records following the final round of interviews.

Former football coach Barry Bennell, who worked for a number of clubs including Crewe Alexandra, now faces a total of 41 alleged offences relating to eight male complainants.

Robert Kovac, the former Bayern Munich defender who made 84 appearances for his country, chased down the robber and handed him over to police on Friday, according to Bild.

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Willock brothers star in Arsenal against Man Utd Under-23s

Few supporters who visited the Emirates on Monday night for the Under-23s game between Arsenal and Manchester United would have expected to leave with a story to tell. But those in attendance were able to take in a relatively uncommon sight in the annals of football history. That's because brothers Chris, 19, Joe, 17, and Matthew Willock, 20, all featured for parts of the 90 minutes in north London.

Real Madrid stars mock Tony Adams' dress sense

Granada have been somewhat of a laughing stock this season — and Real Madrid's players were sure to have a joke at manager Tony Adams' expense last weekend.  Adams' side were thrashed 4-0 by Real on Saturday, meaning the former Arsenal defender has lost all five of his matches in charge of the already-relegated side. But all eyes were on the boss, rather than his team's performance, during the match when he took off his jacket to display a waistcoat.

Man United icon Rio Ferdinand shows off ripped muscles

He may have hung up his boots in 2015 but it seems Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand still takes pride in his fitness and appearance.

Abraham is also wanted by Leicester City and Everton though Chelsea would prefer to see him spend another season on loan after he scored 23 goals at Bristol City this season.

Pioli, already Inter's second manager this season, has been replaced by youth team coach Stefano Vecchi for the final three matches of the season.

The inaugural version of the FIFA event, which rivals the Ballon d'Or Gala, was held in Zurich in January, with Cristiano Ronaldo, Carli Lloyd and Claudio Ranieri taking the top prizes.

Black Market tickets for Chelsea’s potential Premier League title party at the Hawthorns on Friday are being offered for sale at up to £1,800.

Manchester United are in discussions with goalkeeper Joel Pereira over a new contract. The Portuguese impressed Jose Mourinho with his attitude and his brief loan spell at Belenenses.

The 28-year-old will not be considered by Wales next month and must score regularly in the Championship to stand any chance of appearing in the World Cup qualifying campaign.

Tottenham reveal latest images of stadium build

Tottenham have released the latest images of their new stadium build in the week they will play their final game at White Hart Lane. Spurs gave supporters a glimpse of the incredible height of the new stands as they shared the stunning pictures via Twitter on Monday. The new stadium, which Tottenham are set to play in at the start of the 2018-19 season, towers over the north London skyline which is sure to excite fans. 

West Ham: Andy Carroll bicycle kick wins goal of the year

Andy Carroll's stunning bicycle kick goal against Crystal Palace was an obvious choice for West Ham Goal of the Season while Manuel Lanzini was named Player's Player of the Year at their in-house award ceremony.

Diego Maradona meets Valderrama and 2018 World Cup mascot

The former Argentina captain and manager has recently made his return to management, taking over at Al-Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates. And on Tuesday, the 56-year-old met Valderrama — a former Colombia international famed for his golden afro — before the congress in Bahrain. The Argentina legend — who won the World Cup as a player in 1986 — also posed for photos alongside Zabivaka, the official mascot for next year's tournament in Russia.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp wants a pacy forward who can alternate between the wing and central position to offer a goal threat and complement Sadio Mane.

AC Milan legend Gennaro Gattuso suffered misery on Monday night as his Pisa side were relegated from Serie B despite having the best defensive record in the division.

Sky Sports told Fabregas after the final whistle at Stamford Bridge that a slight deflection on the pass from Middlesbrough defender Fabio had robbed him of another Premier League assist.

Diego Maradona believes Lionel Messi should have been banned for longer after allegedly insulting a linesman, as he referred to the Barcelona star as a 'teddy bear'.

Sportsmail understands UEFA have been inundated with applications from Reds, who are set to take up a large proportion of the neutral end in Sweden's Stockholm Arena.

MailOnline Sport has teamed up with EA SPORTS, the Lead Partner of the Premier League, to offer you the chance to win a pair of tickets to Man City v Leicester on Saturday, May 13.

British and Irish Lions squad meet up for the first time

The British and Irish Lions squad met up for the first time on Monday ahead of their tour to New Zealand in June.  The Lions' official Twitter account posted a photo of Welsh lock Alun Wyn Jones posing in the squad's kit with the caption: 'Smile for the camera #Allforone.' The squad's tour begins on 3 June with a match against the New Zealand Provincial Barbarians in Whangarei. However, they had their first get together at the London Hilton Syon Park hotel as the countdown to this summer's mouthwatering spectacle continues.

Maria Sharapova in danger of missing Wimbledon

MIKE DICKSON IN MADRID: Eugenie Bouchard put her racket where her mouth was as she made a bruising dent in Maria Sharapova's comeback plans and her hopes to play at Wimbledon.

Sportsmail goes behind the scenes with the Lions

WILL KELLEHER WITH THE BRITISH AND IRISH LIONS: Lions stars were kitted out with a staggering 64 items of clothing and accessories on Monday, as they met for the first time ahead of the tour to New Zealand.

Utah 95-121 Golden State: Warriors advance to finals

The Splash Brothers - Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson - provided the fast start, and the Golden State Warriors made it a quick finish to the second round. They're four wins from another NBA Finals appearance, and so far nobody can slow them down. Curry scored 30 points, Thompson 21, and the Warriors completed a sweep of the Utah Jazz in their second round NBA playoff series with a 121-95 victory Monday night.

The ECB announced on Tuesday morning that Sam Billings, who kept wicket in the absence of Jos Buttler in the 2-0 Royal London Series victory over Ireland which concluded on Sunday.

CHARLES SALE - SPORTS AGENDA: There is considerable concern at the BBC about the possibility of them losing Test Match Special coverage of the Ashes to talkSPORT this winter.

Roberts, who toured South Africa with the 2009 British and Irish Lions and then to Australia four years later, missed out on this year's Lions squad. He skippers a group of 32 players, including 13 without caps.

South Africa's bid to stage the 2023 Rugby World Cup is back on track after a government ban was lifted. Rugby union, cricket, athletics and netball in South Africa had bans imposed last year.

Warren Gatland said his Lions selection was not just based on 'rugby content' as he responded to Mike Brown's disappointment at not making the tour.

Slovenian rider Jan Polanc won stage four of the Giro d'Italia on the summit of Mount Etna on Tuesday. Quick-Step rider Bob Jungels became the overall leader by six seconds.

Sportsmail's racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips ahead of Wednesday's meetings at Chester, Chelmsford City, Bath, Kelso and Newton Abbott.

MARCUS TOWNEND: Owner Michael Tabor has conceded taking on Aidan O’Brien must be ‘soul destroying’ for his rivals after Winter led home a one-two in the Qipco 1,000 Guineas.

Chelsea's Premier League title winning sides compared

Chelsea's victory against Middlesbrough on Monday night left them needing just one win to secure a fifth Premier League title. Antonio Conte's side have dominated the division since switching to a 3-4-3 system, blitzing teams and refusing to give up their control of top spot of the English top flight. But how does this team compare to champions of the past? Sportsmail has taken a look at each of Chelsea's title winning sides and compared them.  

JOE BERNSTEIN looks at Jose Mourinho's tactics track-record at his former clubs to assess whether he will want to turn Manchester United back into the swashbuckling force, or simply can't.

JEFF POWELL: The boxing renaissance triggered by Joshua’s world heavyweight title victory over Klitschko at Wembley will gain added momentum with more big names fighting each other.

NASSER HUSSAIN: All I have heard in the past couple of days is, ‘How can England leave Jonny Bairstow out of their one-day side?’ But the difficulty is how do you get him in?