John Terry joins talkSPORT as football pundit
talkSPORT is covering the latest in football news as the international break approaches. England's new manager Thomas Tuchel is set to lead the team for World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia. Young goalkeeper James Trafford, who has had a standout season with Burnley, aims to be England's starting keeper next year. His remarkable performance includes 27 clean sheets in 38 games. In injury news, Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta spoke about a serious head injury he sustained during an FA Cup match. Despite the severity of the injury, Mateta was eager to continue playing, showing his determination even when facing a dangerous situation. Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White is thrilled to join the England squad after an injury to Cole Palmer. He shared the excitement of getting the call from Tuchel, emphasizing the manager's open communication. Meanwhile, Al Nassr is reported to be interested in Arsenal defender Gabriel, who has become essential to Arsenal’s game. His contract runs until 2027, making this potential transfer noteworthy. Chelsea might also be reconsidering their loan deal for Jadon Sancho after his inconsistent performance since joining from Manchester United. The club has options to exit the deal, which could affect both clubs. Newcastle United has honored manager Eddie Howe, who led the team to their first trophy in 70 years, by awarding him the freedom of the city. Howe's success has brought renewed hope to the fans. In other news, Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk is rumored to prefer a move to Major League Soccer once his contract ends, while Bournemouth is keen on signing Liverpool's Caoimhin Kelleher, who is seeking more first-team opportunities. Lastly, Crystal Palace's Dougie Freedman has announced his departure as sporting director to take a role overseas. Freedman expressed gratitude for his time at the club and hopes for their continued success.