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The Saudi Pro League giants have officially turned to the Australian tactician to lead them into a new era. Following the departure of Jorge Jesus, who led the side to the league title, Al-Nassr moved quickly to secure the services of the former Premier League manager.

The club announced the news via social media, signalling their intent to maintain their dominance in the region.

The social media announcement from the club’s official account featured the caption: "It's official: Mr. Ange Postecoglou is the new Head Coach of [Al-Nassr]. He signed a contract for two seasons."

The deal sees Postecoglou return to the dugout for the first time since his ill-fated stint in the East Midlands, providing him with a high-profile platform to rebuild his reputation alongside one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.

Postecoglou arrives in Riyadh looking to put a difficult chapter behind him. The 60-year-old’s last role at Nottingham Forest lasted just 39 days, a period he recently described as "brutal." During his short tenure at the City Ground, he failed to secure a single victory in eight matches, eventually leading to a swift dismissal by the club's hierarchy.

Reflecting on the day he was fired, Postecoglou recalled the chaotic scene: "It was brutal. I was in the coaches' room. I knew it could come any day, but they sacked me straight after the game. I hadn't done the presser yet, but the press knew. I was walking into the corridors. I wanted to leave; otherwise I was going to do something I regret. I wanted to get out of there."

Despite the setback at Forest, Postecoglou was chosen for the Al-Nassr role due to his extensive history of winning trophies. He famously ended Tottenham Hotspur’s long-standing trophy drought by guiding them to a Europa League triumph over Manchester United in Bilbao. His CV also boasts five trophies from his time at Celtic, where he secured a domestic treble in Scotland.

This pedigree for success saw him preferred over other high-level candidates for the vacancy in Riyadh. Reports indicate that he beat out competition from current Portugal national team manager Roberto Martinez to land the role.

The biggest challenge facing Postecoglou will be managing Ronaldo, who remains the focal point of the Al-Nassr project. The Portuguese superstar continues to be the face of the Saudi Pro League, and Postecoglou must figure out how to integrate his system with the veteran forward's specific requirements on the pitch.

Postecoglou has spent the summer working as a television pundit for ITV during the World Cup, but he will now pivot back to daily coaching duties. With a two-year contract in hand, he has a defined window to bring his brand of football to the Middle East and ensure that Ronaldo’s final years in professional football are decorated with further silverware in the gold and blue of Al-Nassr.

The Saudi Pro League giants have officially turned to the Australian tactician to lead them into a new era. Following the departure of Jorge Jesus, who led the side to the league title, Al-Nassr moved quickly to secure the services of the former Premier League manager.

The club announced the news via social media, signalling their intent to maintain their dominance in the region.

The social media announcement from the club’s official account featured the caption: "It's official: Mr. Ange Postecoglou is the new Head Coach of [Al-Nassr]. He signed a contract for two seasons."

The deal sees Postecoglou return to the dugout for the first time since his ill-fated stint in the East Midlands, providing him with a high-profile platform to rebuild his reputation alongside one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.

Postecoglou arrives in Riyadh looking to put a difficult chapter behind him. The 60-year-old’s last role at Nottingham Forest lasted just 39 days, a period he recently described as "brutal." During his short tenure at the City Ground, he failed to secure a single victory in eight matches, eventually leading to a swift dismissal by the club's hierarchy.

Reflecting on the day he was fired, Postecoglou recalled the chaotic scene: "It was brutal. I was in the coaches' room. I knew it could come any day, but they sacked me straight after the game. I hadn't done the presser yet, but the press knew. I was walking into the corridors. I wanted to leave; otherwise I was going to do something I regret. I wanted to get out of there."

Despite the setback at Forest, Postecoglou was chosen for the Al-Nassr role due to his extensive history of winning trophies. He famously ended Tottenham Hotspur’s long-standing trophy drought by guiding them to a Europa League triumph over Manchester United in Bilbao. His CV also boasts five trophies from his time at Celtic, where he secured a domestic treble in Scotland.

This pedigree for success saw him preferred over other high-level candidates for the vacancy in Riyadh. Reports indicate that he beat out competition from current Portugal national team manager Roberto Martinez to land the role.

The biggest challenge facing Postecoglou will be managing Ronaldo, who remains the focal point of the Al-Nassr project. The Portuguese superstar continues to be the face of the Saudi Pro League, and Postecoglou must figure out how to integrate his system with the veteran forward's specific requirements on the pitch.

Postecoglou has spent the summer working as a television pundit for ITV during the World Cup, but he will now pivot back to daily coaching duties. With a two-year contract in hand, he has a defined window to bring his brand of football to the Middle East and ensure that Ronaldo’s final years in professional football are decorated with further silverware in the gold and blue of Al-Nassr.

Appearing on Piers Morgan’s World Cup Uncensored show, Terry expressed deep concern over the optics of Tuchel's reaction. He suggested that younger or newer squad members face harsher treatment than established global superstars.

Terry stated: "I don’t know if you’ve seen the images and the videos of him going mad at Spence again in the game from the throw-in. I’m not saying he’s picking him out – but he seems like he’s having a proper dig at him. But we see the training incident that we spoke about. I’m a little bit worried.

"I really like Tuchel, and I think he’s a top and elite manager, but when I see this, I’m like, if that’s Trent, I’m not sure he’s behaving like that. I’m not sure he’s talking to Trent like that. And maybe that’s a decision of why he’s picked a couple of these players, because he can go like that to these younger players or these new players in the squad, for me. That’s interesting."

Tuchel had previously attempted to justify his vocal outbursts and strict management of the full-back from the earlier stalemate against Ghana: "I wanted him to be more engaged in the attacking phase. To start our attacks a bit wider and to have more runs through the last line. I have to scream because nobody hears me otherwise."

The dispute intensified debates surrounding Tuchel's controversial selection decisions, which saw elite figures omitted from the plane. Morgan was quick to ask the Chelsea legend whether the current situation had become a clash of personality traits rather than footballing ability.

The celebrity TV host added: "I mean, don’t forget this is Djed Spence, who’s a bit of a cocky little sod. He’s the one that, you know, wouldn’t shake Thomas Frank‘s hand, he’s the one that got hooked off the pitch and then decided to make a point with Tudor by coming back off the bench and sticking his hand out."

Terry then interrupted the host to elaborate further on his view of the defender's capabilities and Tuchel's mixed managerial signals: "Listen, I’m not his fan. I don’t think he’s a good defender, I don’t think he’s a good footballer. He’s played in a really struggling Spurs side this year. But I will say I’ve not seen Tuchel do that to anyone else. It just seems to be on two or three occasions he’s dug Spence out. But also, for me, he’s then relied on him and played him again. I agree it’s kind of mixed messaging.”

Nicky Butt also criticised the manager's rigid approach to selection, telling Paddy Power: "I don’t care what he says, and he’ll never admit it, the squad is wrong. But he just seems like the kind of manager who’s stubborn, arrogant in a way that he’s just doing what he wants to do.

"Deep down he’ll never admit it but he'll know that he should have taken Trent Alexander-Arnold, 100 per cent. He’ll know with 15 minutes left at 0-0, he’ll have looked at the bench and wish he would have had a Phil Foden or a Cole Palmer on the bench."

Appearing on Piers Morgan’s World Cup Uncensored show, Terry expressed deep concern over the optics of Tuchel's reaction. He suggested that younger or newer squad members face harsher treatment than established global superstars.

Terry stated: "I don’t know if you’ve seen the images and the videos of him going mad at Spence again in the game from the throw-in. I’m not saying he’s picking him out – but he seems like he’s having a proper dig at him. But we see the training incident that we spoke about. I’m a little bit worried.

"I really like Tuchel, and I think he’s a top and elite manager, but when I see this, I’m like, if that’s Trent, I’m not sure he’s behaving like that. I’m not sure he’s talking to Trent like that. And maybe that’s a decision of why he’s picked a couple of these players, because he can go like that to these younger players or these new players in the squad, for me. That’s interesting."

Tuchel had previously attempted to justify his vocal outbursts and strict management of the full-back from the earlier stalemate against Ghana: "I wanted him to be more engaged in the attacking phase. To start our attacks a bit wider and to have more runs through the last line. I have to scream because nobody hears me otherwise."

The dispute intensified debates surrounding Tuchel's controversial selection decisions, which saw elite figures omitted from the plane. Morgan was quick to ask the Chelsea legend whether the current situation had become a clash of personality traits rather than footballing ability.

The celebrity TV host added: "I mean, don’t forget this is Djed Spence, who’s a bit of a cocky little sod. He’s the one that, you know, wouldn’t shake Thomas Frank‘s hand, he’s the one that got hooked off the pitch and then decided to make a point with Tudor by coming back off the bench and sticking his hand out."

Terry then interrupted the host to elaborate further on his view of the defender's capabilities and Tuchel's mixed managerial signals: "Listen, I’m not his fan. I don’t think he’s a good defender, I don’t think he’s a good footballer. He’s played in a really struggling Spurs side this year. But I will say I’ve not seen Tuchel do that to anyone else. It just seems to be on two or three occasions he’s dug Spence out. But also, for me, he’s then relied on him and played him again. I agree it’s kind of mixed messaging.”

Nicky Butt also criticised the manager's rigid approach to selection, telling Paddy Power: "I don’t care what he says, and he’ll never admit it, the squad is wrong. But he just seems like the kind of manager who’s stubborn, arrogant in a way that he’s just doing what he wants to do.

"Deep down he’ll never admit it but he'll know that he should have taken Trent Alexander-Arnold, 100 per cent. He’ll know with 15 minutes left at 0-0, he’ll have looked at the bench and wish he would have had a Phil Foden or a Cole Palmer on the bench."

Tottenham have decided not to activate the purchase option in Palhinha's loan agreement, ending any prospect of a permanent move to north London. According to Sky Sport, a full transfer has now been definitively ruled out. The Portugal international is therefore expected to return to Bayern after spending the season on loan in the Premier League. Spurs have instead chosen to pursue other midfield options as they prepare for the new campaign.

Sky Sport reports that Tottenham have informed the relevant parties they will not trigger the buy option included in Palhinha's loan deal. The report adds that a permanent transfer has been definitively ruled out.

The decision follows significant investment in Tottenham's midfield. Spurs have reportedly spent around €117 million to sign Sandro Tonali and approximately €98 million on Mateus Fernandes, reducing the need to retain Palhinha on a permanent basis.

Palhinha will now return to Bayern, although his long-term future at the Allianz Arena remains unclear. The 30-year-old is under contract until 2028, but Die Roten could still sanction a sale if a suitable offer arrives during the current transfer window.

A return to Sporting CP has been discussed, but Bayern's valuation has reportedly complicated negotiations. As a result, the midfielder's future remains unresolved ahead of pre-season.

Palhinha is set to report back to Bayern unless another move is agreed before the transfer window closes. Several clubs across Europe are said to be monitoring his situation as discussions continue.

Bayern will now look to find a solution that suits both the club and the player, with Palhinha seeking regular first-team football while Die Roten weigh up the best financial outcome.

Tottenham have decided not to activate the purchase option in Palhinha's loan agreement, ending any prospect of a permanent move to north London. According to Sky Sport, a full transfer has now been definitively ruled out. The Portugal international is therefore expected to return to Bayern after spending the season on loan in the Premier League. Spurs have instead chosen to pursue other midfield options as they prepare for the new campaign.

Sky Sport reports that Tottenham have informed the relevant parties they will not trigger the buy option included in Palhinha's loan deal. The report adds that a permanent transfer has been definitively ruled out.

The decision follows significant investment in Tottenham's midfield. Spurs have reportedly spent around €117 million to sign Sandro Tonali and approximately €98 million on Mateus Fernandes, reducing the need to retain Palhinha on a permanent basis.

Palhinha will now return to Bayern, although his long-term future at the Allianz Arena remains unclear. The 30-year-old is under contract until 2028, but Die Roten could still sanction a sale if a suitable offer arrives during the current transfer window.

A return to Sporting CP has been discussed, but Bayern's valuation has reportedly complicated negotiations. As a result, the midfielder's future remains unresolved ahead of pre-season.

Palhinha is set to report back to Bayern unless another move is agreed before the transfer window closes. Several clubs across Europe are said to be monitoring his situation as discussions continue.

Bayern will now look to find a solution that suits both the club and the player, with Palhinha seeking regular first-team football while Die Roten weigh up the best financial outcome.

Tottenham have decided not to activate the purchase option in Palhinha's loan agreement, ending any prospect of a permanent move to north London. According to Sky Sport, a full transfer has now been definitively ruled out. The Portugal international is therefore expected to return to Bayern after spending the season on loan in the Premier League. Spurs have instead chosen to pursue other midfield options as they prepare for the new campaign.

Sky Sport reports that Tottenham have informed the relevant parties they will not trigger the buy option included in Palhinha's loan deal. The report adds that a permanent transfer has been definitively ruled out.

The decision follows significant investment in Tottenham's midfield. Spurs have reportedly spent around €117 million to sign Sandro Tonali and approximately €98 million on Mateus Fernandes, reducing the need to retain Palhinha on a permanent basis.

Palhinha will now return to Bayern, although his long-term future at the Allianz Arena remains unclear. The 30-year-old is under contract until 2028, but Die Roten could still sanction a sale if a suitable offer arrives during the current transfer window.

A return to Sporting CP has been discussed, but Bayern's valuation has reportedly complicated negotiations. As a result, the midfielder's future remains unresolved ahead of pre-season.

Palhinha is set to report back to Bayern unless another move is agreed before the transfer window closes. Several clubs across Europe are said to be monitoring his situation as discussions continue.

Bayern will now look to find a solution that suits both the club and the player, with Palhinha seeking regular first-team football while Die Roten weigh up the best financial outcome.

Tottenham have decided not to activate the purchase option in Palhinha's loan agreement, ending any prospect of a permanent move to north London. According to Sky Sport, a full transfer has now been definitively ruled out. The Portugal international is therefore expected to return to Bayern after spending the season on loan in the Premier League. Spurs have instead chosen to pursue other midfield options as they prepare for the new campaign.

Sky Sport reports that Tottenham have informed the relevant parties they will not trigger the buy option included in Palhinha's loan deal. The report adds that a permanent transfer has been definitively ruled out.

The decision follows significant investment in Tottenham's midfield. Spurs have reportedly spent around €117 million to sign Sandro Tonali and approximately €98 million on Mateus Fernandes, reducing the need to retain Palhinha on a permanent basis.

Palhinha will now return to Bayern, although his long-term future at the Allianz Arena remains unclear. The 30-year-old is under contract until 2028, but Die Roten could still sanction a sale if a suitable offer arrives during the current transfer window.

A return to Sporting CP has been discussed, but Bayern's valuation has reportedly complicated negotiations. As a result, the midfielder's future remains unresolved ahead of pre-season.

Palhinha is set to report back to Bayern unless another move is agreed before the transfer window closes. Several clubs across Europe are said to be monitoring his situation as discussions continue.

Bayern will now look to find a solution that suits both the club and the player, with Palhinha seeking regular first-team football while Die Roten weigh up the best financial outcome.

Tottenham have decided not to activate the purchase option in Palhinha's loan agreement, ending any prospect of a permanent move to north London. According to Sky Sport, a full transfer has now been definitively ruled out. The Portugal international is therefore expected to return to Bayern after spending the season on loan in the Premier League. Spurs have instead chosen to pursue other midfield options as they prepare for the new campaign.

Sky Sport reports that Tottenham have informed the relevant parties they will not trigger the buy option included in Palhinha's loan deal. The report adds that a permanent transfer has been definitively ruled out.

The decision follows significant investment in Tottenham's midfield. Spurs have reportedly spent around €117 million to sign Sandro Tonali and approximately €98 million on Mateus Fernandes, reducing the need to retain Palhinha on a permanent basis.

Palhinha will now return to Bayern, although his long-term future at the Allianz Arena remains unclear. The 30-year-old is under contract until 2028, but Die Roten could still sanction a sale if a suitable offer arrives during the current transfer window.

A return to Sporting CP has been discussed, but Bayern's valuation has reportedly complicated negotiations. As a result, the midfielder's future remains unresolved ahead of pre-season.

Palhinha is set to report back to Bayern unless another move is agreed before the transfer window closes. Several clubs across Europe are said to be monitoring his situation as discussions continue.

Bayern will now look to find a solution that suits both the club and the player, with Palhinha seeking regular first-team football while Die Roten weigh up the best financial outcome.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, AC Milan have decided to part ways with Leao and have offered Tottenham the chance to sign him. Following a turbulent campaign where Milan finished fifth, the club are under financial pressure to sell.

New manager Ruben Amorim does not consider Leao part of his plans. The attacker endured a frustrating 2025-26 season, registering 10 goals in 31 league appearances while frequently facing boos from his own supporters, despite scoring 80 goals in 291 matches overall for the Italian side. Milan are demanding at least €60 million for a permanent transfer but could consider a loan with an obligation to buy for €70m.

Leao has already expressed his desire to leave Italy, openly admitting that English football suits his style. Speaking previously to Sport TV, Leao stated: "I felt I could make a difference, but the way the team played didn't put me in a position to do so. I need a new challenge. In Italy, the league is evolving, but for my style of football, the Premier League or La Liga would better showcase my talent and me as a player."

The winger struggled under former boss Massimiliano Allegri, who often forced him into an unnatural central role. Leao also confessed to admiring Manchester United and Arsenal, though Tottenham currently appear to be the most viable option.