(FC Daily Briefing) Wed, May 21: Man City win on De Bruyne’s Etihad farewell, Ange Postecoglou angrily dismisses ‘clown’ remark

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⚽ FC Daily Briefing – Wednesday, May 21, 2025

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🇬🇧 Premier League: Man City Beat Bournemouth on De Bruyne’s Etihad Farewell, Crystal Palace Reach Record Points Tally

Kevin De Bruyne signed off on a high in his final home game for Manchester City, as they defeated Bournemouth to move closer to securing a Champions League spot, with both teams ending the match with 10 men.

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Eddie Nketiah scored twice, and FA Cup hero Eberechi Eze was also on target as Crystal Palace continued their celebrations from winning their first major trophy by defeating Wolverhampton Wanderers.

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Leicester City could face a future points deduction after being charged with an alleged breach of the English Football League’s financial regulations.

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Southampton have identified Lens manager Will Still as the leading candidate for their vacant managerial position at St Mary’s Stadium.

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Everton have condemned the ‘threatening, racist, and misogynistic’ abuse directed at Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s wife.

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Nuno Espirito Santo could potentially leave Nottingham Forest despite having had a stellar season in the Premier League.

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⚽ UEFA Europa League: Ange Postecolgou Says he’ll ‘Never be a Clown’, Man Utd Boss Amorim ‘Can’t Explain’ Why Fans Back Him

An emotional Ange Postecoglou angrily dismissed suggestions that he is a ‘clown’ during a combative press conference on the eve of Tottenham’s Europa League final against Manchester United.

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Man United manager Ruben Amorim admitted he cannot explain why the club’s fans and board continue to back him, despite the team’s poor domestic form ahead of Wednesday’s all-English Europa League final.

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⚽ Transfer News: Man City Join Liverpool in Race For £45m-Rated Milos Kerkez, Chelsea Plot Surprise Summer Move For Real Madrid Star Rodrygo

Manchester City have entered the race to sign Bournemouth’s £45million-rated left-back Milos Kerkez, potentially setting up a transfer battle with long-time suitors Liverpool.

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Chelsea are preparing a surprise move to sign out-of-favour Real Madrid forward Rodrygo in the upcoming summer transfer window.

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Manchester United have emerged as one of several Premier League clubs vying for the signature of Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku ahead of a potential summer move.

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Inter Milan are reportedly preparing a bid for Barcelona midfield star Fermin Lopez this summer, as the Catalan club look to offload players to balance their books.

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Newcastle United are among the clubs scheduled to hold talks with Ipswich Town’s 22-year-old English striker Liam Delap this week.

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Brighton have agreed to sign 27-year-old French defender Olivier Boscagli on a free transfer from PSV Eindhoven.

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Barcelona have reached an agreement with Brazilian forward Raphinha on a new deal that will keep the 28-year-old at the club until June 2028.

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🇬🇭 Ghana News: 2025 KGL Foundation Inter-Regional U-17 Colts Championship Launched, Utrecht Sign Ghanaian Youngster Nana Gyamfi Amoah

The Ghana Football Association (GFA), in partnership with the KGL Foundation, officially launched the 5th edition of the KGL Foundation Inter-Regional U17 Colts Championship on Tuesday.

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Dutch Eredivisie side FC Utrecht have completed the signing of Ghanaian youngster Nana Gyamfi Amoah.

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GFA President Kurt Okraku praised women’s football following the conclusion of the 2024/25 season.

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Asante Kotoko forward Kwame Opoku is optimistic the club will secure silverware this season, insisting that finishing trophyless is not an option.

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That’s a wrap for today’s FC Daily Round-Up! Stay connected with us for the latest football news, match results, and breaking stories from around the world. Don’t forget to check back tomorrow for more updates as the action continues to unfold. Until then, keep the passion alive and enjoy the beautiful game! ⚽🔥 #FCDailyBriefing

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