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Koeman on Holland resurgence, life after Everton axe and Virgil van Dijk

NEW DOMINIC KING: There is a huge laugh as Ronald Koeman contemplates the idea he is a changed man.  He recently became a grandfather for the first time, a bouncing boy called Xavi, and proudly reveals at the start of this conversation that a second grandchild will arrive later this month. Koeman is the King of Dutch football, a man who has spent his life at the highest parts of the game. Relentless pressure has been ever-present through his career, so does a more mature status means he is now contemplating a life of pushing prams?

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Glenn McCrory believes Anthony Joshua's career is over after shock defeat by Andy Ruiz Jnr

Andy Ruiz Jnr shocked the boxing world over the weekend as he stripped Anthony Joshua of his heavyweight titles at Madison Square Garden with a seventh round stoppage. Joshua was huge favourite going into the fight but the 29-year-old triumphed against the odds by beating the Brit, who faced his first challenge in the US.

Mesut Ozil reportedly told Arsenal boss Unai Emery 'I swear, you're not a coach' after being substituted in his side's Europa League final defeat to Chelsea.  

Liverpool will face a fight to keep hold of Champions League hero Mohamed Salah this summer, with Manchester United and Real Madrid among those battling to sign him.

England have made a poor start in chasing down Pakistan's total of 348-8 in their second game of this year's World Cup at Trent Bridge.

NEW She has appealed successfully against the controversial IAAF change, which required her to use medication that would lower her testosterone levels in 400m to 1500m races.

NEW As a result of their exploits on the field, the Reds have earned significant financial rewards as they became the first English club to receive over £250million in TV revenue in a single season.

NEW Liverpool will be one of the top seeds for next season's Champions League group stage after victory over Tottenham in the final on Saturday. Chelsea will also be in pot one.

Real Madrid unable to get rid of Gareth Bale, James Rodriguez and Co to fund summer spree

PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: Zinedine Zidane is just over a month away from welcoming back his Real Madrid players to pre-season training - and he is set to have the same old faces staring back at him. Madrid lured the French coach back to the club by promising him a major clear-out in the summer. But the exodus of stars they had hoped for before the season ended is showing no signs of materialising, with 35 players still in the squad.

MIKE DICKSON: Andy Murray looks poised to take his first competitive steps back on the tennis court by entering the Fever Tree Championships at London's Queen's Club, beginning later this month.

WARNING - STRONG LANGUAGE: Anthony Joshua has laughed off suggestions that he needs an easier fight before attempting to win back his world heavyweight titles from Andy Ruiz Jr.

Maurizio Sarri has attracted heavy interest from Juventus since Massimiliano Allegri stepped down as manager and he has been tipped to leave west London for Turin.

Lionel Messi has told the Barcelona board he is reluctant to see Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann move to the Nou Camp. The World Cup winner made a late U-turn last summer.

Chelsea hope to have Maurizio Sarri’s future resolved by the end of the week as the Italian edges closer to joining Juventus. The Blues boss’ protracted move to Turin is in its advanced stages.

Eoin Morgan's men hosted Pakistan in their second match of the World Cup campaign in Nottingham following their opening day victory over South Africa last Thursday.

Six Liverpool and three Tottenham players are named in Champions League squad of the

Liverpool dominate the Champions League squad of the season with six of their players being included, while Tottenham have three. UEFA revealed their squad of the season on Monday following Liverpool's 2-0 triumph over Tottenham in Madrid. Mohamed Salah's early penalty and Divock Origi's strike sealed victory for Liverpool and the club's sixth European Cup.

Jurgen Klopp claimed his first piece of silverware at Liverpool on Saturday thanks to a 2-0 victory over Tottenham in Madrid - the Reds' first title since the League Cup back in 2012.

Operation Neymar: Barcelona to use Coutinho, Rakitic and Dembele to tempt PSG

Barcelona are pulling out all the stops to entice Paris Saint-Germain into talks over a stunning return to the Nou Camp for Brazil striker Neymar. There has been increasing scrutiny over Neymar's long-term future at the Parc des Princes amid speculation that he has fallen out with team-mate and strike partner Kylian Mbappe. And with Barcelona plotting a summer overhaul after failing to win the Champions League, Mundo Deportivo reports on Monday that the Catalan side could tempt PSG by offering three players their way.

Eden Hazard looks set to call time on his Stamford Bridge career as Zinedine Zidane looks to bolster his Madrid squad so they can fight for both the La Liga and Champions League titles next season.

Barcelona say Luis Suarez will join the Uruguay national team as he recovers from a knee injury ahead of the Copa America. Suarez had surgery on his right knee on May 9.

Stephan Lichtsteiner has confirmed that he will be leaving Arsenal when his contract expires at the end of June. The experienced defender joined Arsenal on a free transfer last summer.

The French World Cup winner, who has been at Atletico Madrid since 2014, revealed last month that he would finally leave after teasing at a move away last summer.

In a statement on Leyton Orient's website on Monday, they said: 'The Club will be making no further comment at this time and requests that his family's privacy is respected.'

Chelsea's secret weapon? Jody Morris will be key if Frank Lampard gets dream Stamford

ADRIAN KAJUMBA: Chelsea's next manager might not be able to sign players, as it stands, but will be able to make additions elsewhere. So if, as expected, it is Frank Lampard who is handed the job of succeeding Juventus-bound Maurizio Sarri then Jody Morris might be the key summer arrival at Stamford Bridge who comes with the new manager. Morris has been Lampard's No 2 at Derby this season, prised away from his youth team coaching role at his boyhood club last summer to help the Stamford Bridge legend in his first year as a manager at Pride Park.

Porto 'have ended their pursuit of Manchester City defender Eliquim Mangala after concerns over his physical condition.' The French centre-back had been linked with a £42m return to Porto.

Barcelona 'are in advanced talks to sign Spain international striker Rodrigo Moreno from Valencia' with the Nou Camp club prepared to pay his release clause of £106million.

Andy Ruiz Jr is reaping a lot more than just praise and adulation after turning the heavyweight boxing division on its head by defeating Anthony Joshua in New York.

Novak Djokovic will face fifth seed Alexander Zverev or ninth seed Fabio Fognini - who face each other later on Monday - in the last eight of the French Open after another dominant display.

Jose Antonio Reyes' coffin is carried through the streets of his hometown before funeral

The coffin of former Arsenal and Spain footballer Jose Antonio Reyes was carried through the streets of his hometown on Monday morning as mourners gathered for his funeral following his tragic death at the age of 35. Reyes died on Saturday after losing control of his Mercedes when it punctured a tyre while he was doing 147mph, it was reported by Spanish sports daily Mundo Deportivo. The ex-Sevilla star's body was carried from Utrera's Town Hall to Santa Maria Church on Monday, with a large crowd lining the streets to pay their final respects. 

Ajax wonderkid Matthijs de Ligt has attracted heavy interest from a host of Europe's top clubs, including Barcelona, Liverpool and Manchester United.

Liverpool will have the opportunity to play for the status of being the world's best team this December with the venue of the next FIFA Club World Cup to be decided on Monday.

Andy Ruiz Jr: 'Chubby kid' who stunned boxing with victory over Anthony Joshua

The Mexican-American heavyweight, once cruelly referred to in the press as a 'fat slob', proved his doubters wrong at Madison Square Garden to beat one of the most successful boxers in the modern era. The 29-year-old, officially nicknamed the 'Destroyer' - but perhaps more memorably likened to the kid from 'Up!' by Tyson Fury - frequently made headlines for making fun of himself before the life-changing fight. Appearing on 'Inside the PBC' (left) armed with one of his trusty Snickers bars Ruiz also announced his intention to gorge on the confection prior to the bout.

The route for AJ, though it had been protracted and exasperating up until this point, was a clear one: all roads must lead to Wilder. Those were simpler times. Ruiz's win has changed the whole picture.

JEFF POWELL: The battering Joshua sustained in losing his precious collection of belts was brutal enough with the four knock-downs he suffered being followed by worrying disorientation.

Special Brewster! Klopp pours beer over dancing Liverpool youngster as Champions League winners revel in parade celebrations

After a long hard season it is time for Liverpool to let their hair down, and manager Jurgen Klopp is certainly getting into the party spirit. As Liverpool celebrated their Champions League success Klopp poured beer over youngster Rhian Brewster while on the open top bus. Brewster was dancing when Klopp took him by surprise. Klopp's actions will no doubt endear him even further to Liverpool supporters.

The charismatic German coach had the time of his life on board the team bus, celebrating breaking a streak of six straight cup final losses by drinking plenty of beer and dousing his players in it too.

Liverpool star Georginio Wijnaldum poses with grandmother after Champions League triumph

NEW Liverpool star Georginio Wijnaldum has celebrated winning the Champions League with his family. The midfielder played just over an hour of Saturday's final against Tottenham as Liverpool ran our 2-0 winners to collect their sixth European Cup. Mohamed Salah scored an early penalty before Divock Origi sealed matters with a tidy finish three minutes from the end.

It's no secret that van Dijk has played an instrumental role in Liverpool's success this season. His form has been sensational and the fact no player has been able to dribble past him in 64 games sums it up.

Liverpool will look to secure Jurgen Klopp’s long-term future with a £10million-a-year deal after he took the club back to the pinnacle of European football.

Zlat's how you do it! Ibrahimovic scores stunning bicycle kick but can't prevent LA Galaxy going down to defeat against New England Revolution in MLS  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic showed off his acrobatic side with a bicycle kick - but the Los Angeles Galaxy went down 2-1 to the New England Revolution. A long throw into the box was knocked to the 37-year-old by Joe Corona, with the Swede taking a couple of touches before finding the net with a spectacular strike. But the 84th-minute goal, his 11th of the season, was too late as New England held on to remain undefeated in four games.

Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness has labelled Manchester City 'insane' over their demands for a deal for Leroy Sane. City want £90million for the German winger but Bayern have baulked at that fee.

Ernesto Valverde is keen on bringing in the left-back this summer after establishing himself as a regular starter at Betis - making 43 appearances since early 2018.

Video Assistant Referees will be used at this summer's Nations League finals, UEFA has announced. England, Holland, Switzerland and hosts Portugal will compete for the trophy.

West Ham have made a second summer addition to their goalkeeping ranks after signing David Martin – son of Irons legend Alvin - on a free transfer from Millwall.

Colombian international James Rodriguez has spent the last two seasons on loan at Bayern from European rivals Real Madrid and he is now looking for a new club this summer.

Kieran Trippier says his future lies in the hands of Tottenham this summer. The right-back, a key player for England at last summer's World Cup, has had a disappointing campaign.

Ernesto Valverde's position as Barcelona coach is safer than ever after the club's number one option to replace him declared he was going nowhere for the foreseeable future.

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Jose Antonio Reyes: Arsenal Invincible and hometown hero at Sevilla 

Jose Antonio Reyes was laid to rest on Monday after his sudden death at the weekend in a car accident. News of the 35-year-old's passing emerged on Saturday. A Spain international who played for Real Madrid, Arsenal and his hometown club of Sevilla, Reyes was a familiar face to football fans all across the continent. Sportsmail reflects on his career in football. 

Veteran goalkeeper Artur Boruc has signed a new one-year contract with Bournemouth. The former Poland international made 12 Premier League appearances for Eddie Howe's side last season

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Maurizio Sarri to make Napoli star Kalidou Koulibaly his first signing at Juventus

Maurizio Sarri is set to target Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly as his first Juventus signing if he is appointed manager of the Serie A giants. Koulibaly has been a long-term target of Manchester United's, with United believed to have been quoted in the region of £90m for the 27-year-old.

Sevilla are set to appoint former Real Madrid manager Julen Lopetegui after Joaquin Caparros took up a position behind the scenes. Marca are reporting that Lopetegui will sign this week.

'People don't realise how ridiculous this is': Fans go mad for Pogba after France star produces incredible pass against Bolivia

Paul Pogba's ability is regularly called into question, but it is moments like he produced against Bolivia that ultimately underline his class. The Manchester United star has come under heavy scrutiny for blowing hot and cold since moving back to England in 2016, despite an improved season last time out. However, when Pogba plays for France, there are no such complaints. The midfielder seems to gain a new lease of life when playing in the blue and white of his country, like he has been let loose off the shackles.

Former Chelsea and Arsenal star Cesc Fabregas trolls Tottenham after Champions League

Cesc Fabregas taunted Tottenham fans after the disappointment of their Champions League defeat by Liverpool. The former Chelsea and Arsenal man never misses an opportunity to rub it in on social media. He shared a photo of himself with the Europa League trophy, which he helped win this season with the Blues before moving to Monaco in January. And the Spaniard wrote: 'In the end I won more myself from a studio than you guys.' Whether the 32-year-old's message was a bit of fun or a classless jibe probably depends on which team you support.

According to Italian publication Gazetta dello Sport, legendary centre-back Maldini has accepted Milan's terms that will see him replace Leonardo Araujo.

The addition of Jofra Archer in the side allows England to pick up wickets at any stage of an innings during the World Cup, former captain Kevin Pietersen has said.

Despite winning back-to-back La Liga titles since taking over, Ernesto Valverde is under pressure at the Nou Camp after two consecutive haunting Champions League campaigns.

Toronto 104-109 Golden State: Warriors level NBA Finals at 1-1

The two-time defending champion Golden State Warriors used a massive third quarter to overcame a sluggish start and secure a 109-104 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday that squared the NBA Finals at one game apiece. The resilient Warriors, in an unfamiliar position after losing their first Game One in five consecutive trips to the NBA Finals three days ago, opened the third quarter with an 18-0 run to grab a lead they would not relinquish. Toronto led by as many as 12 points during a first half in which they used a dominant defensive display to slow down the Warriors but the visitors, well established as a terrific third-quarter team, rediscovered their swagger after the break.

It was tempting to wonder about #TeamAJ and a tweeted picture of the 23 men in his service, covering social media to conditioners and all strands in between.

CHRIS FOY AT TWICKENHAM: It was the greatest comeback, by the greatest English club team of all, in the greatest Premiership final — inspired by a timely do-or-die address.

Local favourite Benoit Paire's lack of focus was the key to a match that was interrupted by failing light on Sunday as Kei Nishikori earned a 6-2, 6-7(8), 6-2, 6-7(8), 7-5 win.

With Premier League clubs looking to revamp their squads for another campaign, here is a club-by-club guide to every major signing made in the build up the new season.

With Premier League clubs not kicking a ball in anger until August, keep track of all the summer's pre-season friendly fixtures and results with Sportsmail.

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Sportsmail's racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips ahead of Monday's meetings at Thirsk, Brighton, Windsor and Wolverhampton. 

The bad news for British Flat racing was that it was wiped out by the Aidan O’Brien-led Irish challenge in Saturday’s Investec Derby.

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