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St Mirren manager Jack Ross has been installed as the bookmakers' favourite to take over as Sunderland manager in recent days with Shrewsbury's Paul Hurst also figuring prominently.

Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri is nearing his move to Chelsea and is increasingly hopeful they will activate his £7million release clause imminently.

The Manchester City manager, making his debut in this Pro-Am, played alongside the in-form Tommy Fleetwood at Wentworth in the traditional star-studded pre-tournament event.

Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta is on the verge of signing for Japanese top-flight side Vissel Kobe and the former Barcelona captain will announce the move officially on Thursday.

Arsenal have confirmed the appointment of Unai Emery as their new head coach. ADAM SHERGOLD brings you all the latest updates as Emery is unveiled on Wednesday afternoon.

For many of Europe's top stars, the end of the domestic season means attention now turns to the World Cup in June. Follow all the latest news as it happens with Sportsmail.

Unai Emery says he is 'thrilled to be joining one of the great clubs in the game' after he was announced as the new Arsenal manager, replacing Arsene Wenger on a three-year deal.

The likes of Paul Pogba, Kylian Mbappe, Hugo Lloris and Antoine Griezmann all arrived at their famous Clairefontaine training base for their first World Cup training camp on Wednesday morning.

Wayne Rooney is bound for Washington for talks with MLS side DC United and is set for a medical on Thursday. A spokesman for Rooney confirmed that he is due to travel to the US

United boss Jose Mourinho is determined to add elite level centre-backs this summer that can elevate his side into contention in the Premier League and Champions League.

CHARLES SALE - SPORTS AGENDA: Sky pundit Thierry Henry is said to have given a masterclass to an FA of Wales coaching conference analysing Mohamed Salah.

Gareth Southgate opted for Jordan Pickford, Jack Butland and Nick Pope as his goalkeepers for the World Cup, but striker Marcus Rashford took to social media to show off his cat-like reflexes.

The Manchester City legend is leaving the Etihad after eight years, but is still keen to stay at the top of the game for another two years, more specifically in the Premier League.

Cristiano Ronaldo has no plans to slow down and feels a decade younger than his 33 years, he declared ahead of the Champions League final with Liverpool, where he is targeting a fifth triumph.

Unai Emery is heading to London to usher in a new era at Arsenal as manager but his grasp of the English language is something he will need to swiftly improve upon.

De Villiers starred in the recent Test series victory over Australia - and only last year recommitted to representing South Africa in all formats - but admitted his efforts have left him fatigued.

Bizarrely no-one offered to make Sead Kolasinac aware of his mistake as the Bosnian was photographed with his shorts on backwards, the club crest on the back of his thigh.

IAN HERBERT: A group of coaches steeped in the club, without ever planning it, formed perhaps the most powerful manifestation of a brains trust that football has ever known: the 'Boot Room'.

Fulham take on Aston Villa for a place in the top flight on Saturday and before the game Fulham CEO Alistair Mackintosh revealed a hilarious story that shows how grounded the starlet remains.

The 46-year-old Spaniard has agreed a three-year deal with the Gunners worth £15million, which was announced on Wednesday morning.

What will the Spaniard bring to the club, what sort of football do his teams play, and has he been successful in his managerial career so far? Here, Sportsmail goes through some statistics.

Burnley need to carefully consider who to add to their squad ahead of their European campaign or risk upsetting the balance of the team, manager Sean Dyche said.

Arsenal fans could barely contain their excitement on social media following official confirmation that Unai Emery is the man to succeed Arsene Wenger.

Jurgen Klopp has vowed to bolster his ranks at Liverpool this summer and highlighted his midfield options as an area where more depth is required.

Borussia Dortmund winger Christian Pulisic says he is ignoring repeated speculation of a summer transfer move to Liverpool. Pulisic worked under Jurgen Klopp in Germany.

Manchester City are keeping a close eye on Ajax defender Matthijs de Ligt as they weigh up a move for the Dutchman, with Pep Guardiola looking for a long-term successor to Vincent Kompany.

PETE JENSON: The 27-year-old France international meets up with his French team-mates on Wednesday with his future still — publicly at least — undecided.

Emre Can will have a medical at Juventus next week as he looks to complete his move away from Liverpool. Tuttosport claim a medical has been scheduled for after the Champions League final.

MATT LAWTON - CHIEF SPORTS REPORTER: Half an hour in Harry Kane's company and one could see why Gareth Southgate chose to make him England's youngest World Cup captain.

Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis and majority owner Stan Kroenke have opened up on their recruitment process which led to the appointment of Unai Emery as manager.

Houston handled the defending champions in their hostile, imposing home arena to even the Western Conference finals at two games apiece with a 95-92 victory Tuesday night.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has praised Arsenal's appointment of Unai Emery as the club's replacement for Arsene Wenger on a three-year contract.

As Barca's Clasico rivals Real Madrid prepare for the Champions League final in Kiev on Saturday, Jordi Alba revealed he will be rooting for Liverpool as he wants Madrid to 'lose all of their games'.

As fans await an announcement on a fight with Deontay Wilder, Anthony Joshua arrived in the United States on Tuesday to meet a heavyweight from a different sport.

Roman Weidenfeller brought the curtain down on his playing career as Borussia Dortmund drew a post-season friendly in the United States against Los Angeles FC.

Antonio Conte could take a break from the game rather than join a new club if Chelsea decide to sack him, meaning they risk having to pay £9million in compensation for the final year of his contract.

Argentina goalkeeper Sergio Romero has been ruled out of this summer's World Cup by a knee injury. The Manchester United keeper was in line to be first choice in Russia.

Ahead of Saturday's Champions League final against Real Madrid in Kiev, Jurgem Klopp has explained how the Reds have helped Mohamed Salah deliver on the biggest stage.

Hayley Moore took getting stuck into the action to a new level when broadcasting from Chepstow on Tuesday.

INTERVIEW BY CRAIG HOPE: Benitez had just masterminded Liverpool's comeback in the Champions League final when he heard some of his friends were stuck outside the party.

INTERVIEW BY IAN HERBERT: The memories of a lost son are everywhere for Butcher, creeping up on him with stealth in places where he least expects.

Arsenal are targeting a summer move for Nice midfielder Jean-Michael Seri. An overhaul is expected at the Emirates this summer, following the arrival of Unai Emery.

Jamie Carragher insists Rangers must give Steven Gerrard the financial backing he needs to go toe-to-toe with Brendan Rodgers in a fascinating fight for Old Firm supremacy.

Manchester United remain the most valuable club in Europe according to the latest study of leading teams. The report looked at the finances of 32 clubs based on a range of criteria.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY PETE JENSON: Heartbreak might be an overused word in football, tagged on to every last minute defeat or relegation, yet Nacho knows just what it means.

The Tottenham striker was unveiled as England's captain for the World Cup earlier on Tuesday, but revealed he was told by manager Gareth Southgate a few weeks ago.

Jurgen Klopp has teased a change in tactics for Liverpool against Real Madrid after revealing how he masterminded victory as Borussia Dortmund manager back in 2013.

Liverpool consider him a snip at £75m. Set that against the value of reaching the Champions League final and you can understand. But Lennon, who brought van Dijk to Britain, shakes his head.

Brazil superstar Neymar has been undertaking medical tests this week, in hope of proving his return to fitness ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

Rowett joins from second tier rivals Derby County, who are now seeking a new manager. Dean Smith, Mick McCarthy and Alex Neil are considered leading candidates for the role at Pride Park.