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Barcelona is yet to start looking for a successor to manager Xavi Hernandez, who previously announced his departure from the club at the end of the 2023-24 season. This was confirmed by the club’s sporting director, Deco, in a recent interview with Catalunya Radio. Multiple reports in recent days indicated that Barca’s search for a new manager is already underway...

Two-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray doesn’t see himself playing tennis for much longer. Speaking with reporters at the Dubai Tennis Championship earlier this week, Murray hinted that he is planning to retire at some point in 2024. “I probably don’t have too long left, but I’ll do as best as I can these last few months,” said Murray after a...

Centerfielder Cody Bellinger is off the free-agent market. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports that Bellinger is set to return to the Chicago Cubs, agreeing to a three-year, $80 million contract with the franchise. According to Passan, Bellinger will receive an opt-out in each of the first two years of his deal, allowing him to hit the free agent market once again if...

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert is dealing with an ankle sprain, which caused him to miss Saturday night’s game against the Brooklyn Nets. It is unclear whether Gobert’s injury will cause him to miss an extended period. Gobert sprained his ankle during the 107-112 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday. The three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year said...

The Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant has responded to Hall of Famer Charles Barkley’s comments about him not being a leader in a recent interview. According to Durant, Barkley and people who question his leadership don’t have the full insight into everything he does “behind the scenes.” Barkley was making an appearance on TruTV's alternative broadcast of the All-Star game...

If he decides to retire after the 2023-24 season, Croatian midfielder Luka Modric will have a new job waiting for him right away. According to Mario Cortegana of The Athletic, Modric has been offered an opportunity to join Real Madrid’s coaching staff by head coach Carlo Ancelotti. Reportedly, Modric received the offer a few months ago and initially rejected it....

Things didn’t look great for Minnesota Wild in their Monday clash against the Vancouver Canucks, as they found themselves on the losing side of a 5-3 result after two periods. However, a scoring rampage in the final third not only helped them get a 10-7 win but also made some franchise history. By scoring 10 goals against the Canucks, the...

The San Diego Padres’ All-Star Xander Bogaerts spent all of his 11 years in MLB playing shortstop. But in 2024, Bogaerts will have to learn a new position as he’s being moved to second base. Speaking with reporters earlier this week, Padres’ manager Mike Shildt confirmed that Bogaerts is shifting positions with Golden Glove Award-winner Ha-Seong Kim moving to shortstop....

The Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander won’t start his spring training on expected schedule. According to Verlander, he is dealing with a shoulder issue that will force him to start his preparation for the 2024 campaign later than expected. “I’m a little bit behind schedule right now,” Verlander told ESPN. “I had a little hiccup early on that’s resolved itself,...

Bayern Munich is continuing to struggle in big games. The Bundesliga giants suffered a surprising 1-0 loss to Lazio at the start of their UEFA Champions League knockout stage campaign. Bayern entered the match as an overwhelming favorite and with a lot to prove. They received a 3-0 beating by Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga on the weekend and needed...