Robinson in Aberdeen to discuss Dons job
Latest from Your Site News' Anthony Joseph:
St Mirren boss Stephen Robinson is in Aberdeen to discuss taking over as the new Dons head coach.
Its understood the Scottish Cup holders are close to agreeing terms with the 51-year-old and hope to have him in the dugout for their game on Saturday against Falkirk.
Both clubs announced today that permission had been granted for talks to take place, after Aberdeen met a contractual clause.
Your Site News revealed last month that Robinson had made the final five shortlist of candidates.
The Dons pressed ahead to try to appoint Eirik Horneland, but personal issues complicated matters and his move stalled.
Last week, former New York Red Bulls boss Sandro Schwarz was at Pittodrie for talks with the club and watched their 2-1 defeat to Celtic.
Its believed Schwarz was not keen to join until the summer. And with Aberdeen potentially getting into a relegation fight, they have turned their attention to try to bring in a manager sooner, rather than later.
Its understood the Dons believe Robinson can add stability to the squad for the remainder of the season, as well as provide experience and knowledge of the Scottish game to help them build for the future.
Aberdeen given permission to talk to Robinson
Aberdeen have been given permission to talk to St Mirren manager Stephen Robinson about replacing .
"St Mirren Football Club can confirm that we have been approached by Aberdeen FC to speak to manager Stephen Robinson in relation to their managerial vacancy," said the Scottish Premiership club in a statement.
"Aberdeen have met a contractual clause in Stephens contract so the club has granted them permission to speak with him regarding the vacancy.
"We hope for a swift resolution to this matter and will keep supporters updated."
Peter Leven has been in interim charge since Thelin's departure, with the Dons having been close to appointing Eirik Horneland last month, only for uncertainty around a personal issue to cause his move to Pittodrie to stall.
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Arsenal and Barca considering Brandt move
Latest from Sky Germany:
Arsenal and Barcelona are believed to be among the clubs considering Julian Brandt on a free transfer this summer.
Borussia Dortmund sporting director Lars Ricken confirmed at the weekend that Brandt would not be signing a new deal at the club with his current one expiring in June.
The 29-year-old wants to leave Germany altogether and play abroad, with England, Spain and Italy all appealing leagues to the creative midfielder.
He would not be expected to be a regular starter at neither Arsenal nor Barcelona, according to Sky Germany, and more likely to be a squad addition.
There has been no concrete interest or offers from any club yet and no in-depth conversations with his father and advisor Jurgen Brandt.
Wild appointed Tranmere boss on short-term deal
Pete Wild has been appointed as Tranmere's new manager on a deal running until the end of the season.
Wild, 41, has only been out of work since January 25, when he was sacked by Fleetwood after 13 months in the job.
He succeeds Andy Crosby, who was dismissed on March 4.
Rovers sit 19th in Sky Bet League Two, seven points above the relegation zone with 10 games to play.
Chairman Mark Palios said: Im delighted to bring in Pete and Adam [Temple, Wild's assistant].
"Pete was the standout candidate he has managed more than 300 matches and has shown the ability to improve the teams he has worked with.
Its not an easy situation for any manager coming into an injury-ravaged squad but Pete has assured me he is relishing the opportunity to stabilise and instil some confidence in the team as we look to get back to winning ways.
Dortmund consider Sancho return
Latest from Sky in Germany's Patrick Berger:
Borussia Dortmund are considering another move for Jadon Sancho this summer.
Internal talks are already underway in the boardroom, with Sancho set to be a free transfer when his Manchester United contract and Aston Villa loan deal expire simultaneously this June.
According to Sky Germany, Sancho is willing to sign for Dortmund for less than he currently earns at United.
However, there are some voices at Dortmund with doubts as to whether another return of the winger would be the right thing at this time.
Sancho has already had two successful spells at Dortmund making his name there after signing as a youth from Manchester City and then returning on loan from United in January 2024.
He then went on loan to Chelsea last season and has been linked with a return to Dortmund several times in the meantime.
