Leeds United defender Diego Llorente is thought to be eyeing a permanent exit from Elland Road and would be happy to remain at AS Roma following his loan spell.

How is Llorente getting on at Roma?

Llorente was a late departee from Yorkshire during the January window after making just eight Premier League experiences during the current campaign.

The 29-year-old sealed a move to Italy with Roma, signing on loan until the end of the season which included an £18m option to make a move permanent in the summer.

Since moving to Serie A, the Spaniard has made just five appearances under Jose Mourinho, although he has started the last two league games for Roma, helping them to back-to-back wins and clean sheets. Mourinho heaped praise on Llorente at the beginning of the month following the victory over Sampdoria, saying:

“Diego Llorente also played very well with Smalling in a 4-man defence. He worked really well during the break, and as a manager that’s what really struck me about today: Llorente’s performance.

“I could have used Celik as a central defender but he’d never done it before so we opted for a four-man defence. I was really happy with Llorente because he allowed us to keep more possession.”

It looks as if the player is already eyeing a permanent move to Roma this summer. MOT Leeds News relayed an update from Italian outlet Forza Roma regarding Llorente in the last 48 hours.

The report claimed that the player has told people he wants to quit Elland Road for good this summer, with Roma looking at how to make a move permanent without paying the £18m fee agreed on earlier this year.

Should Leeds cash in on Llorente?

Llorente didn’t exactly impress under former manager Jesse Marsch before leaving on loan, with pundit Sue Smith describing him as “really poor” during a 5-2 defeat to Brentford, criticising the defender’s lack of quality on the ball.

As per WhoScored, the 29-year-old has been the worst-rated Leeds defender this season with a match rating of 6.46/10, whereas January signing and defender Max Wober has been the club’s second-best performer with a match rating of 6.77/10.

Therefore, the Whites could be keen to sell Llorente, who is on a £45,000-a-week deal in Yorkshire. However, Roma could test Leeds’ resolve with an offer below the £18m figure negotiated, and with the player keen on a move away, an agreement could well be reached.

Back after a week’s break, Rohit Sharma’s men will hope for a good start in Visakhapatnam, their second home, even as Sunrisers search for some breathing space with another win

The Preview by Akshay Gopalakrishnan07-May-2016

Match facts

Sunday, May 8, 2016
Start time 1600 local (1030 GMT)3:10

Agarkar: Mumbai need to adapt to new home

Big Picture

Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad have had a few similarities in IPL 2016. Both were slow starters: Sunrisers lost their first two games, while Mumbai had just a solitary win after four matches. Both captains – Rohit Sharma and David Warner – have led by example. Both sides are also riding a wave of momentum – Mumbai have won their last three matches and Sunrisers are on a two-match winning streak – which should make Sunday’s clash an interesting one.With all their matches at Wankhede, their traditional home, completed, Mumbai now move to Visakhapatnam, their adopted home, for the remainder of the season. Interestingly, while Mumbai will be the home team, Sunrisers would also bank on the familiarity factor, having played three of their home games at the ACA-VDCA Stadium last year.Rohit has held Mumbai’s batting together, which has allowed Kieron Pollard and Jos Buttler to exhibit their big-hitting skills. They have also been bolstered by Ambati Rayudu’s form at No. 3. They have been most dangerous with the ball, with Mitchell McClenaghan being the leader of the pack, while Tim Southee, Jasprit Bumrah and Krunal Pandya have all contributed at vital times.Sunrisers Hyderabad are fresh off a five-wicket win against Gujarat Lions. It was a match won by the bowlers and they need a repeat of that performance against a powerful Mumbai line-up. Bhuvneshwar Kumar has shown signs of rediscovering his bowling mojo and can exploit the conditions to stifle Mumbai if the pitch offers assistance. Rohit’s form against Ashish Nehra’s experience, and Mustafizur Rahman’s shrewdness against the explosiveness of Pollard and Buttler could make for interesting subplots.With five wins each after nine and eight games respectively, Mumbai and Sunrisers are delicately placed. A win will give Sunrisers some breathing space on the table, while Mumbai have a chance to re-enter the top four.

Form guide

Mumbai Indians WWWLW (last five completed matches, most recent first)
Sunrisers Hyderabad WWLWW

In the spotlight

Mitchell McClenaghan has been among the wickets almost every time he has been thrown the ball. McClenaghan’s strikes have ensured Mumbai haven’t missed Lasith Malinga. The New Zealand pacer is the joint-highest wicket-taker with Andre Russell (13).Yuvraj Singh’s Sunrisers debut was a disappointment as he managed just 5 off 14 balls. Warner has been doing the heavy lifting and Shikhar Dhawan, though he’s found form, hasn’t been as explosive. Yuvraj has sporadically shown that he still has the ability to hit the big ones. He’s returning from a lengthy injury lay-off, and will be under pressure to get going immediately.

Team news

Mumbai look settled. Given the importance of a win, a change looks unlikely. They are keeping their options open, though, as both Buttler and Parthiv Patel kept wickets during practice.Mumbai Indians (probable) 1 Rohit Sharma (capt), 2 Parthiv Patel, 3 Ambati Rayudu, 4 Jos Buttler, 5 Krunal Pandya, 6 Kieron Pollard, 7 Hardik Pandya, 8 Harbhajan Singh, 9 Jasprit Bumrah, 10 Tim Southee, 11 Mitchell McClenaghanAfter their brilliant win over Lions, Sunrisers have little reason to chop and change.Sunrisers Hyderabad (probable) 1 David Warner (capt), 2 Shikhar Dhawan, 3 Kane Williamson, 4 Moises Henriques, 5 Yuvraj Singh, 6 Deepak Hooda, 7 Naman Ojha (wk), 8 Bhuvneshwar Kumar, 9 Barinder Sran, 10 Ashish Nehra, 11 Mustafizur Rahman

Pitch and conditions

This will be the first match of IPL 2016 at the ACA-VDCA Stadium. Of the three matches played here in the previous edition, the team batting first won two of them, with the average first-innings score of 156. The weather is mostly expected to be sunny with temperatures hitting 34 degrees centigrade, although there is a possibility of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Humidity could be a factor too.

Stats and trivia

• Parthiv Patel has been the most successful wicketkeeper in IPL 2016, with 10 dismissals (nine catches and one stumping)
• Sunrisers’ bowlers have delivered four maidens in this IPL – the most by any team. Bhuvneshwar has sent down two of them, while Mustafizur and Nehra have bowled one each.

RCB are fresh off the biggest win in IPL history, and currently have the best net run rate (+0.627) in the tournament. But they need to win their remaining three games to confirm their place in the playoffs

The Preview by Akshay Gopalakrishnan15-May-2016Match factsMonday, May 16, 2016
Start time 2000 local (1430 GMT)2:50

Yusuf Pathan to haunt Royal Challengers Bangalore again?

Big PictureWith 1215 runs between them this season, including four centuries and eight half-centuries, Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers have been Royal Challengers Bangalore’s key men. They have complemented each other perfectly, keeping their side in the hunt for the playoffs. Royal Challengers are fresh off the biggest win in IPL history, and currently have the best net run rate (+0.627) in the tournament. But they need to win their remaining three games to make the playoffs. A defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday would push them to the brink, leaving their fate out of their hands.While the batting line-up has been in top form, there are still questions over Royal Challengers’ bowling attack. Gautam Gambhir and Robin Uthappa, who have added five fifty-plus partnerships this season, would aim to exploit that. Knight Riders also have firepower in the form of Yusuf Pathan and Andre Russell.But it is Knight Riders’ attack that gives them the edge. Russell and Morne Morkel have been hard to get away in the Powerplay. That Piyush Chawla and Sunil Narine found appreciable turn on Saturday would buoy Knight Riders further. Umesh Yadav’s injury, perhaps, is the only worry for them. Knight Riders may head into the game, having lost their second spot, but a victory will firm up their bid for a top-two finish, as the league hurtles to the climax.Form guideKolkata Knight Riders WLWWL (last five matches, most recent first)
Royal Challengers Bangalore WLWWLIn the spotlightYusuf Pathan has floated in the batting line-up, but has consistently fired for his team. His last four innings read – 37*, 63*, 19* and 60*. Yusuf averages 132.5 and has struck at 165.62 this season. Knight Riders would breathe easy if Yusuf continues his strong form.With three centuries in IPL 2016, Virat Kohli has been unstoppable. That his last two tons have come in winning causes should please him. He had recently said that he relished the pressure of playing in knockout scenarios. Can the bowlers rally around him?Team newsHaving picked up a hamstring injury, Umesh missed Knight Riders’ rain-hit game against Rising Pune Supergiants on Saturday. If he takes more time to recover, Ankit Rajpoot, the fast bowler, is likely to get his second game of the season.Kolkata Knight Riders (probable): 1 Robin Uthappa (wk), 2 Gautam Gambhir (capt), 3 Manish Pandey, 4 Yusuf Pathan, 5 Shakib Al Hasan, 6 Suryakumar Yadav, 7 Andre Russell, 8 Piyush Chawla, 9 Sunil Narine, 10 Ankit Rajpoot, 11 Morne MorkelChris Gayle has eight successive single-digit scores since his 47-ball century against England at the World T20. Will Gayle be given a longer rope or will Travis Head earn a recall? If Head gets the nod, KL Rahul could move back to the top, where he has had success.Royal Challengers Bangalore (probable): 1 Chris Gayle/Travis Head/, 2 Virat Kohli (capt), 3 AB de Villiers, 4 Shane Watson, 5 KL Rahul (wk), 6 Sachin Baby, 7 Stuart Binny, 8 Chris Jordan, 9 S Aravind, 10 Varun Aaron, 11 Yuzvendra ChahalPitch and conditionsContrary to reputation, the Eden Gardens surface hasn’t offered much assistance for the spinners and has been good for batting. Rain played a part in the outcome on Saturday and could once again have a say in the result as thunderstorms have been forecast on Monday afternoon.Stats and trivia Gambhir’s duck on Saturday against Supergiants was his 12th in all IPLs – the joint-highest for a player, along with Harbhajan Singh The 229-run partnership between Kohli and de Villiers against Gujarat Lions was their fourth century stand in IPL 2016 – the most by any pair in a season. Gambhir- Shikhar Dhawan (in 2008), and Gayle- Kohli (in 2012) had three

The crisis-ridden Dolphins franchise have been hit by another setback. International batsman David Miller is the latest to leave the outfit after he opted to move to Knights next season

Firdose Moonda20-Apr-2016The crisis-ridden Dolphins franchise have been hit by another setback. International batsman David Miller is the latest to leave the outfit after he opted to move to Knights next season.Miller is the fourth player to leave Dolphins after Kyle Abbott, who is moving to Warriors, Jonathan Vandiar and Daniel Sincuba, who are both joining Titans.”It is always disappointing to lose players, particularly those of the calibre of David and Kyle,” Pete de Wet, Dolphins CEO said. “The last two months have seen significant changes at the Dolphins as we start to build for our future success, and all of this is being done to support our desire to be the number one franchise in South Africa.”The Dolphins have been embroiled in a coaching conundrum after they decided not renew Lance Klusener’s contract and terminated his services before the season was up. At the time, de Wet said the decision was based purely on business but Klusener told ESPNcricinfo he had been given no reason for his sacking.Klusener has since lodged a case with the country’s Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration, a dispute-resolution body which looks at, among other things, unfair dismissals. The hearing is expected to take place in two weeks’ time, when the Dolphins are also set to announce their new coach. That makes it unlikely that Klusener will get his job back, which may cause more drama at the franchise.Abbott’s decision to leave the Dolphins is understood to be linked to Klusener’s departure. Several sources have also confirmed player unhappiness in Durban.

Australia had announced that their A side and National Performance Squad would play a quadrangular one-day series against South Africa A and another international team at the start of May, which has now been confirmed as India A

ESPNcricinfo staff01-Jun-2016At the start of May, Australia had announced that their A side and National Performance Squad would play a quadrangular one-day series against South Africa A and another international team. Cricket Australia has now confirmed that the fourth team would be India A. Townsville will host the first six matches of the series; the remaining six and the two finals will be played in Mackay.

One-day quadrangular schedule

August 13 South Africa A v NPS
August 14 Australia A v India A
August 16 Australia A v NPS
August 17 South Africa A v India A
August 20 Australia A v South Africa A
August 21 India A v NPS
August 24 NPS v Australia A
August 25 South Africa A v India A
August 27 NPS v India A
August 28 Australia A v South Africa A
August 30 Australia A v India A
August 31 South Africa A v NPS
September 3 Final 3 v 4
September 4 Final 1 v 2

India A are also set to play two four-day matches against the hosts in Brisbane in September. Australia A and South Africa A play a couple of four-day matches as well in July-August.”This is an important series for developing and growing the depth of talent in our pathways,” Australia’s team performance manager Pat Howard said. “Players in the Australia A and National Performance Squad have been identified as having the potential to play for their country and the national selectors will be watching this series with interest.”Pat Cummins is expected to make a comeback to competitive cricket after injury, during the limited-overs leg, while several emerging batsmen like Matt Renshaw, Sam Heazlett, Alex Ross, Travis Dean, Kurtis Patterson and Jake Lehmann, the son of national coach Darren Lehmann, have also been called up to the 24-man squad.The A sides from Australia and South Africa A had been in India to play two unofficial Tests each and a 50-over triangular series in July-August 2015. Usman Khawaja and Joe Burns produced standout performances on that tour and have since had success in international cricket as well.Australia A won one of the four-day matches while the other was drawn. They made the final of the one-day tri-series but lost to India A. The South African side was unable to win any of their six matches on the tour. Several of their squad members had been affected by food poisoning, which had contributed to the slump.Four-day matches schedule
July 30 to August 2: Australia A v South Africa A, Brisbane
August 6 to 9: Australia A v South Africa A, Townsville
September 8 to 11: Australia A v India A, Brisbane
September 15 to 18: Australia A v India A, Brisbane

Liverpool have now joined the race for Bristol City midfielder Alex Scott, who is already being targeted by a number of Premier League clubs, according to a report from the Daily Mail.

Which midfielders could Liverpool sign this summer?

The Reds are set to bring in new reinforcements in midfield this summer, and they are recently said to have been handed a boost in the race for Borussia Dortmund starlet Jude Bellingham, with Carlo Ancelotti suggesting Real Madrid will not pursue a deal.

However, should Jurgen Klopp miss out on the sought-after youngster, he also has some alternative options in mind, with Nicola Barella said to be at the top of his list, along with Brighton & Hove Albion's Moises Caicedo.

With the likes of Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain out of contract at the end of the season, Liverpool may need to bring in a few new options in midfield, and they have now joined the race for a very promising young player.

As per a report from the Daily Mail, the Reds are now interested in Scott, with head of recruitment Dave Fallows and chief scout Barry Hunter among the crowd to watch the 19-year-old in an England U20s match last month.

There will be competition for his signature, however, as West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers are already on his trail, while Tottenham Hotspur have previously been named as potential suitors.

Should Liverpool sign Alex Scott?

The central midfielder has emerged as a vital first-team player for Bristol City this season, making 37 appearances in the Championship, during which time he has weighed in with one goal and five assists, ranked by Sofascore as the fourth-best performing player in the squad.

Having averaged 2.27 progressive carries per 90 in the past year, which places him in the 87th percentile compared to other midfielders, the £2.5-per-week starlet is a very good dribbler of the ball, while an average of 1.44 blocks per 90 highlights his defensive competence.

Not only are Keita and Oxlade-Chamberlain set to leave, but Jordan Henderson will be 33 years old before the start of next season, and a long-term replacement is needed for the captain.

Scott is displaying all the hallmarks that he could go on to be a fantastic player at Premier League level, with manager Nigel Pearson lauding him as a "unique talent", who is "destined for the very top", and we feel he would be an excellent long-term addition to the Liverpool squad.

Liverpool are firmly in the race to sign Eintracht Frankfurt defender Evan Ndicka this summer, according to reports.

What's the latest on Ndicka to Liverpool?

Football Insider have reported that the Reds are willing to listen to offers for both Joel Matip and Nat Phillips at the end of the season, meaning that backline reinforcements will be needed should they depart. The 23-year-old Frenchman has been identified as an ideal candidate, as will be out of contract upon the conclusion of the current term and having told Oliver Glasner’s side that he won’t be signing a new deal, is set to become a free agent on the market.

Mundo Deportivo credited Jurgen Klopp and his outfit with an initial interest in the centre-back last week, and speaking about the chances of a deal happening to GiveMeSport, CBS reporter Ben Jacobs has admitted that the Merseysiders “appreciate the talent” on offer, making this “one to watch” in the months ahead.

Now, according to the Daily Mirror, Liverpool are “in the fight” to sign Ndicka but are expected to face competition from Premier League rivals Arsenal and Tottenham, with Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona also name-checked.

The Anfield side believe that their target “ticks all the boxes” and is the “perfect profile” of defender that they look for, not to mention that it would cost absolutely nothing to secure his services. The Reds have “followed” the £12k-p/w star ever since he was a teenager and it’s stated that landing a free agent in defence would significantly help the boss spend a larger amount of his summer budget on a number of new additions in the midfield.

Liverpool's alternative to Gvardiol…

Liverpool have been heavily linked with a move for RB Leipzig’s Josko Gvardiol in recent months, but with a £97m release clause that doesn't even become active until next year, he would cost astronomically more than Ndicka.

Frankfurt's 6 foot 3 colossus is an absolute rock at the heart of the backline and uses his physical presence and height to his advantage, as he’s currently averaging five clearances and 2.8 aerial wins per league game, via WhoScored. The “towering” defender, as lauded by journalist Jacque Talbot, is also strong in the offensive aspect of his play, having scored 11 goals and provided ten assists at Frankfurt, highlighting the threat he provides when getting on the end of long balls and set pieces (Transfermarkt).

Ndicka knows what it takes to be successful on the big stage having lifted the UEFA Europa League trophy back in 2021/22, so would be able to match the winning mentality of the squad already on Merseyside.

Everton will make the short trip to Manchester this afternoon for their Premier League clash with Manchester United and Sean Dyche will be hoping his team can continue their unbeaten run.

The Toffees are currently teetering on the edge of the relegation zone, matching points with 18th place Bournemouth heading into their challenging fixture away from home, so picking up more crucial points this weekend will be integral to their fight for survival in the top flight.

Since joining the Merseyside outfit at the end of January, Dyche has collected 12 points from his nine league outings and is currently unbeaten in his last four fixtures with points collected from both Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur in their last two games, putting them in a great position to compete with Erik ten Hag's side.

Indeed, the Everton boss will be without his midfield talisman Abdoulaye Doucoure for the clash due to his red card suspension following an altercation with Harry Kane earlier this week, however, it could now present a golden opportunity to a young player-in-waiting who is all too familiar with the Red Devils.

Former Man United academy graduate James Garner could now be unleashed in Dyche's midfield set-up to replace his suspended teammate and could be the secret weapon Everton need to take all three points from their opponents.

Will James Garner start vs Manchester United?

The talented youngster made the move to Goodison Park in a £15m deal from Man United last summer but due to a long-term back injury has found himself becoming a rare feature for the Toffees.

However, now he could seize the chance to get in his manager's good favour by filling the boots of Doucoure, who has recently revived his Everton career since Dyche took over from Frank Lampard.

Over his seven-minute cameo against Spurs, Garner completed 100% of his passes (7/7) and won 100% of his duels (2/2) in the lead up to Michael Keane's 90th minute equaliser that earned Everton a point at Goodison Park.

Despite only averaging 21 minutes per performance, the 22-year-old ace – dubbed "highly-rated" by journalist Samuel Luckhurst – has tallied up an 83% pass accuracy, successfully completed 50% of his dribbles and won the majority of his duels combined over seven appearances, showing glimpses of his consistency in the centre of the pitch.

The Everton boss has already lavished praise on his young talent despite giving him limited game-time, citing Garner's impressive loan spell last season in the Championship with Nottingham Forest:

"From what I saw, and I did see him quite a bit at Forest, he’s got a good engine and running strength, he can strike a very good ball and he is calm in possession and he will cover the yards."

With that being said, there is no doubt that Dyche should now give Garner his first call-up to the starting eleven this weekend, as he could be the perfect replacement for Doucoure.

While much uncertainty remains at Manchester United amid the prospect of a change in ownership, excitement is no doubt already brewing at the thought of high-profile additions arriving at Old Trafford this summer.

It would appear that Erik ten Hag and co are keen on landing a new centre-forward addition – amid current links to England skipper, Harry Kane – while Manchester Evening News have revealed that the signing of a 'younger midfielder' is also a priority.

The Red Devils did only recently bolster their midfield ranks with the signings of Christian Eriksen and Casemiro last summer, although with the pair having both turned 31 last month, there may need to be a fresh injection of youth to help complement such experienced figures.

According to transfer guru, Fabrizio Romano, one such talent who could well be on United's radar ahead of next season is Borussia Monchengladbach gem, Kouadio 'Manu' Kone, with both Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain also in the mix for the 21-year-old's signature.

As per Romano, the promising Frenchman could be one of the "big names" on the market this summer, with the Bundesliga side potentially willing to sanction a sale for a fee of more than €50m (£44m).

Should Man United sign Manu Kone?

The former Toulouse man has caught the attention since arriving in Germany ahead of the 2021/22 campaign, showcasing that he is a truly "monstrous box-to-box midfielder in the making", as per talent scout Jacek Kulig.

Also previously hailed as a "one-man army" by Kulig after starring against Bayern Munich back in August, Kone has no doubt warranted the intense interest that is flooding his way, with Ten Hag likely to be keeping a close watch on the youngster's rapid progress.

Any fears over whether the France U21 international can adapt to life in England should be eased by the fact that he is said to share a number of stylistic and statistical similarities with Brighton and Hove Albion sensation, Moises Caicedo, as per FBref.

That likeness notably comes from the fact that Caicedo has also been described as a "box-to-box midfielder" by Kulig, while the pair are also alike due to their ball-winning prowess, with the Seagulls man ranking in the top 14% in Europe's top five leagues among those in his position for tackles made, while Kone also ranks in the top 14% in that regard.

The duo's creative quality is also shown by the fact that the Gladbach ace has provided 136 progressive passes and 38 progressive carries from his 24 league starts this season, while Caicedo's record is undoubtedly similar, as the 21-year-old has provided 148 progressive passes and 21 progressive carries from his 23 league starts.

That comparison to the Brighton gem – who has been valued at around £80m amid interest from Arsenal – will be of particular interest to those at the Theatre of Dreams, with the Colombian dynamo having reportedly been a target for United last year, after the Red Devils previously fluffed the chance to sign the playmaker back in 2021.

While it would now seemingly take a hefty fee to prise Caicedo from the Amex, Ten Hag could find his answer to the exciting menace with the signing of a cheaper alternative, such as Kone.

Inzamam-ul-Haq will take up the role of chief selector for Pakistan. It will be his first time as a selector at any level

Umar Farooq18-Apr-20163:25

Bazid: Inzamam’s name suddenly came up

Inzamam-ul-Haq has been appointed chief selector of Pakistan. A former Pakistan captain, Inzamam was the head coach of Afghanistan since October 2015, and was contracted by the Afghanistan Cricket Board until December 2016. The PCB, however, requested the ACB that he be released from his contract early.This will be Inzamam’s first time as a selector; he had worked as Pakistan’s batting consultant briefly in 2012-13. The PCB has not set a fixed term for Inzamam’s tenure. He heads a panel that includes former opening batsman Wajahatullah Wasti, Tauseef Ahmed, an offspinner who played 34 Tests and 70 ODIs, and seam-bowling allrounder Wasim Haider, who played three ODIs and over 100 first-class and List A matches.”I have played a lot for Pakistan but it’s for the first time that I have come [as selector] and the PCB has given me such an important responsibility,” Inzamam said. “I want to thank ACB that they allowed me to do national duty. The three selectors should be involved in first-class cricket and [we have] one fast bowler, one spinner and one batsman so that we can cover three sectors.”Inzamam’s appointment comes in the wake of several changes in Pakistan cricket. His former team-mate Waqar Younis had stepped down as coach on April 4, a day after Shahid Afridi relinquished his T20 captaincy. This shake-up was the result of a poor 2016 for Pakistan. They lost the T20 and the ODI series in New Zealand in January. They lost two of their four matches in the Asia Cup T20 in February and in the ensuing World T20, they lost three out of four games. In both tournaments, they could not make it beyond the first round.Performance reports from Waqar and team manager Intikhab Alam had made several points pertaining to selections. Waqar had suggested the chief selector “should be someone who has played modern-era cricket and has a positive vision” and recommended Inzamam for the job.Pakistan’s next assignment is a full tour of England – four Tests, five ODIs and a lone T20I – that starts in July. Inzamam cautioned against expecting an immediate change in performance.”We have to be patient, don’t expect anything soon. I will see the players first, you will see a change soon. I am here for the national duty and I won’t leave it,” he said. “To select a team is a very important thing, it has to be done by some cricketer, I will try to fulfill my duty. It’s the start, I don’t have a magic wand, it will take time, there will be technical things and other problems too which we have to see.”I can’t talk about the last selection committee, but you have to make a pool of players and guide them and spend time with them. When you make changes, you face problems, but we will be back on track if we make a pool of players.”Inzamam is Pakistan’s highest run-getter in ODIs with 11701 runs in 375 matches, and their third-highest in Tests with 8829 runs in 119 matches. He was also among the country’s most distinguished captains and as selector, he wanted to make sure the captain remained the “main man”.”I will try and also hope that I will be allowed to work independently,” Inzamam said. “My role is different, when I was the captain I used to give my suggestions. Now, I will listen to them (captains) too about what’s their suggestion. When I was the captain I used to have my say. The captain is the main man. Like how I used to give my suggestion, I will give importance to what captain and coach will say because they are the ones who matter inside the ground.”Pakistan bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed, who was rested for the Asia Cup and World T20, has assumed the role of coach at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore.