Manchester United plan to strengthen their midfield this summer and have learned Chelsea’s stance on Andrey Santos

Chelsea are willing to entertain offers for Andrey Santos this summer, with several Premier League clubs believed to be keeping tabs on the midfielder. Manchester United are among them as they look to improve in the centre of the pitch.

The 22-year-old is attracting interest from a number of the Blues’ top-flight rivals amid uncertainty surrounding his future at Stamford Bridge. Although Santos still has four years left to run on his contract in west London, Chelsea, while not actively looking to move him on, are receptive to bids for his services — provided the price is right.

It is claimed it will take £50million to prise Santos away from Stamford Bridge. Newcastle are also said to be monitoring the situation after already selling Sandro Tonali this summer, with speculation about Bruno Guimaraes’ future.

Santos made 43 appearances across all competitions for the Blues during the 2025/26 season, though only 25 of those were from the start. With Chelsea absent from European football next season and targeting a central midfielder in the summer transfer window, Santos’ opportunities in the side could become even more scarce.

The Blues paid £18m for Santos in 2023, and he went on loan to Nottingham Forest and Strasbourg after joining from Vasco da Gama.

Chelsea hold a broadly similar position regarding Enzo Fernandez. Should a prospective buyer be prepared to meet a £120million asking price, Fernandez would be permitted to depart.

However, that now appears increasingly unlikely after Real Madrid released an official statement on Friday morning confirming they have “no intention” of pursuing a move for the Argentine this summer. Those close to Stamford Bridge remain unconcerned about the situation.

If Real Madrid moved for Fernandez, United may have had greater encouragement to make a move for Aurelian Tchouameni. Former United defender Rio Ferdinand is keen to see that move happen.

“If Tchouameni has half a sniff of getting out of that club, Man United have to be the first team at the door knocking and make sure he can’t even talk to anybody else,” Ferdinand said.

“Get him signed, sealed and delivered. Tchouameni, I know we’ve had a few conversations in private but man, I know you watch the show, looking down the lens right now at you, behind these shades, there’s only one club for you, man.

“If you’re looking to leave Real Madrid, we are the club. Man United are the club. If you want to make it happen, make the call. That’s what I’d do.”

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Alas Pilipinas girls celebrate after scoring against Uzbekistan in the AVC Girls’ U18 Championship in Thailand.–AVC PHOTO

MANILA, Philippines — Alas Pilipinas vented its ire on Uzbekistan with a 25-11, 25-7, 25-9 domination in the AVC Girls’ U18 Championship classification round on Sunday at Terminal 21 Hall in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

After missing the quarterfinals, the national youth team remained locked in to finish strong in the continental competition.

Sharina Rhyza Lleses and Ella Gonzalvo led the domination with nine points each to finish the match in just 58 minutes.

Jhaynna Love Bulandres and Princess Khaira Manzano chipped in five points each, while Xyz Rayco and four others scored four each.

The Philippines seeks to advance to the battle for fifth place, facing India on Monday at 1 p.m.

Alas Pilipinas bowed out of quarterfinal contention after absorbing a 25-22, 25-13, 28-26 loss to Indonesia last Friday.

They finished with a 1-2 record in Pool C after splitting their first two games with a win over Iran and a tough loss to runner-up Japan.

Alas fired 14 service aces and outplayed Uzbekistan in attacking, 35-12, with the former only committing eight errors against the latter’s 22.

Ugiloy Abduvalieva led Uzbekistan with seven points, as they were sent to the last-place classification.

Mexico will try to extend their unbeaten streak to 13 games when they face England in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 on Sunday. The Mexican players will be full of confidence after easing to a 2-0 victory over Ecuador earlier this week. El Tri have won all four of their games so far at the World Cup 2026 without conceding a single goal. This game takes place in Mexico City, so El Tri will benefit from strong home support. The players will also be accustomed to the altitude, as the venue sits 7,220 feet above sea level, whereas England’s players will not. England are still the favorites to win this game and look superior to Mexico in most departments, but it remains to be seen if the Three Lions can overcome the altitude, the partisan crowd and Mexico’s robust defense.

Kickoff for England vs. Mexico is at 8 p.m. ET in Mexico City. The latest England vs. Mexico odds from FanDuel Sportsbook list England at +140 (bet $100 to win $140) on the 90-minute money line, with Mexico at +210 and a draw at +210. The over/under for total goals is 2.5. The English are at -130 to advance, with Mexico at +106. Before locking in any England vs. Mexico picks or World Cup 2026 predictions, check out the England vs. Mexico predictions from SportsLine’s Martin Green.

After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Last year, Green was profitable in multiple areas on his soccer betting picks, including the Champions League (+211.25) and Bundesliga (+100). He’s also been red-hot in 2026, posting an 18-8 record over his last 26 UCL picks, returning nearly $1,000 in profit. He’s also on a 16-6 roll (+833.5) on his 2026 World Cup picks entering Saturday. Anyone wanting to follow his World Cup betting advice at sportsbooks and on betting apps could see big returns.

Now, Green has studied England vs. Mexico and just revealed his 2026 World Cup picks and betting predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see his picks. Here are several World Cup odds and soccer betting lines for England vs. Mexico: 

Top England vs. Mexico predictions

After examining England vs. Mexico from every angle, Green is leaning Over 2.5 total goals (+140). England’s attackers are internationally renowned, while El Tri have found the back of the net in their last eight matches. Mexico’s defense has been impressive, but England are vastly superior to the opposition they have faced so far.

“England have a wealth of elite attackers capable of unlocking Mexico’s defense, and El Tri have found the back of the net in their last eight matches,” Green told SportsLine. “Mexico’s defense has been impressive at this tournament, but England are vastly superior to the opposition they have faced so far, and England’s own defensive vulnerabilities give Mexico a real chance to score.” See Green’s best bets for England vs. Mexico at SportsLine, and you can bet Over on total goals for England vs. Mexico at FanDuel here:

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After studying England vs. Mexico from every angle, Green has found a critical x-factor and locked in two plus-money best bets, including one that returns nearly +200. You can head to SportsLine to see what they are. 

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Unheralded mare Arabian Rose has provided Sunshine Coast trainer James Healy with his first stakes win, achieving a memorable hometown victory in the Listed Glasshouse Handicap at Caloundra.

The mare was initially placed as the third emergency when the final field was confirmed, and Healy experienced a period of considerable anticipation before Arabian Rose secured a start due to scratchings.

“It has been the plan for a long time and when the ‘noms’ came out, I thought we were absolutely ‘none’,” Healy stated.

“But the stars aligned.

“The Glasshouse is staying home, and we’ll go again next year.”

This triumph was particularly meaningful for jockey Tiffani Brooker, who had been the mare’s regular rider in the early part of her career. A prior ride on the four-year-old at Caloundra in December last year was, by her own admission, a “bum steer”.

Rather than being discouraged, Brooker doubled down on her efforts and worked assiduously to regain the ride, with her perseverance yielding the ultimate reward in Saturday’s running of the Glasshouse Handicap (1400m).

“I had to sit on the sidelines for a little bit after a bum steer last preparation,” Brooker commented.

“I had a bit of success on her early days, but I did my time, and I kept showing up.

“I thought at the end of the carnival, if she gets a light weight, I might be back on her, just keep showing up.

“James was a bit nervous before the race and I said, ‘don’t worry, I’ll give her her chance and if she’s good enough, she’ll win.”

Arabian Rose ($19) obliged, forging ahead in the straight and finding the necessary determination for Brooker to narrowly defeat Cifrado ($12), with Anemacore ($12) finishing third in a close finish where the top three horses were separated by less than half a length.

Arabian Rose caused a significant upset for many followers of the racing markets, returning a dividend of $19 with leading Aussie betting sites, while Cifrado and Anemacore, both starting at $12, had attracted considerable interest across betting apps Australia.

Cellarmaster ($5.50) secured victory in the Winx Guineas by the narrowest of margins over Platinum Pantheon ($6.50), with Rustemo ($8.50) finishing a respectable third.

The winning dividend for Cellarmaster was $5.50, while the leading fancy, Within The Law ($2.60), was unable to make an impact despite considerable market interest.

Within The Law, the $2.60 favourite and a stablemate of Thebudgiesmugla, was positioned behind the early leaders and gained an opening in the straight, but faded to sixth, beaten by more than three lengths.

Trainer Charlton expressed that Cellarmaster had earned his significant race win.

“He enjoys being ridden a bit quieter, and we have learned that with him. It was a good performance,” Charlton said.

“I think he’ll keep improving, he’s definitely not the finished article. He’s a chance to run a bit further in time as well.”

Charlton explained that after Cellarmaster’s third place in the Phar Lap Stakes in Sydney during the autumn carnival, the intention was to target the Gunsynd Classic at Eagle Farm, but the horse finished fifth behind Skyhook.

“We thought the Gunsynd was his sort of race, which it arguably was, but it was a bit stronger than normal because those horses like Skyhook didn’t get a run in the Stradbroke,” Charlton said.

“But this was a touch weaker.

“We’ll give him a break and think about what we do. He is Magic Millions eligible so whether we think late summer prep into the Magic Millions, or whether we give him a couple of weeks off and come into the spring, we need to figure that out.”

Following his Winx Guineas success, Cellarmaster faces a decision between a late summer preparation for the Magic Millions or a spell leading into the spring racing season.

Check out the latest betting markets for the race at leading online bookmakers.

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Wakefield (20) 48

Tries: Scott 2, Johnstone 2, Hamlin-Uele 2, Walmsley, Smoothy, Rourke Goals: Sinfield 6

Castleford (0) 6

Tries: Qareqare Goals: Weaver

Wakefield Trinity ran in nine tries as they thrashed Castleford Tigers to boost their Super League top-four hopes at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Daryl Powell’s side climbed to third on 24 points after recording six wins in their past seven games.

Castleford were a mess and Wakefield took full advantage as Cameron Scott, Tom Johnstone and Caleb Hamlin-Uele each scored twice.

Lachlan Walmsley, Tyson Smoothy and Josh Rourke also went over, before Jason Qareqare replied a minute before time to avoid total humiliation for Castleford.

Scotland international Walmsley marked his spectacular one-handed finish in the corner by pulling out an Uno +4 card from his sock, with £180 being donated to the Motor Neurone Disease Association by sponsors for every try celebration during Magic Weekend.

As majestic as Wakefield were, Castleford gave them a massive helping hand and Walmsley caught Jake Trueman’s kick and laid the ball off for Scott to go over in the right corner for their first score in the third minute.

It was one-way traffic and Trinity had two tries ruled out before winger Johnstone crossed in the left corner in the 16th minute.

Hamlin-Uele came off the bench to score their third try when he powered through two tackles to go over near the posts.

They were almost scoring at will as Castleford made mistake after mistake while missing 44 tackles.

Wakefield extended their lead to 20-0 when Scott collected Jack Sinfield’s pass and broke inside to go over for his second score.

They were enjoying themselves as Walmsley showed following his acrobatic try in the right corner after 47 minutes to make it 24-0.

Not to be left out, Trinity’s forwards got in on the act and Smoothy smashed through the Castleford defence to score by the posts on 51 minutes.

Hamlin-Uele scored his second try – and he will hardly record an easier one all season – as he walked through two Castleford tackles to go over.

Johnstone bagged his second try on 65 minutes when Wakefield passed the ball along their backline from a scrum, before Rourke caught Sinfield’s kick to crash over for their ninth try.

Qareqare, though, continued his hot streak with a 10th try in seven games, but it provided little consolation for ninth-placed Castleford.

The visitors reduced the hosts to 58/1 by stumps on Day 2, leaving the West Indies trailing by 491 runs. With plenty of batting still to come, Day 3 will be crucial as the home side attempt to dig themselves out of a daunting first-innings deficit.

West Indies Face Stern Test
The opening session could prove decisive for the hosts. John Campbell, unbeaten on 31, and Kavem Hodge, on 6 not out, safely negotiated the closing overs on Day 2 after the early loss of Brandon King.

However, with nearly 500 runs still to erase, the West Indies will need to produce disciplined batting performances and build substantial partnerships to avoid falling further behind.

Sri Lanka’s Bowlers Hold the Upper Hand
Despite arriving for the series with injury concerns, Sri Lanka’s bowling attack has continued to impress.

Fast bowler Asitha Fernando provided the breakthrough by dismissing Brandon King late on Day 2, while left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya maintained relentless accuracy, conceding just five runs in five overs before stumps.

As the pitch wears deeper into the match, Jayasuriya is expected to become an even bigger threat, with the surface likely to offer increasing assistance to spin.

Batting Built the Platform
Sri Lanka’s commanding position was set up by a superb batting display led by Lahiru Udara, whose marathon 188 anchored the innings.

He received excellent support from Sonal Dinusha (92) and Kusal Mendis (69), helping the visitors post an imposing 549/9 declared.

Pitch and Weather Report
The Antigua surface continues to provide consistent bounce and good value for batters willing to spend time at the crease. While seamers may receive some assistance with the new ball early in the day, the pitch is expected to gradually favour spin as cracks and rough patches begin to develop.

Weather conditions are forecast to remain warm and humid, with a chance of brief passing showers. Any cloud cover could offer the fast bowlers additional movement, particularly during the morning session.