Social Zone: Perfect replacements for Boris Johnson, plus Harry Maguire back at Old Trafford

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Like a football manager on the end of a poor run of results, the British PM is about to head through the Downing Street exit door.

Once he officially leaves office, the attention will quickly turn to his potential replacement. Here at Planet Sport, we've discovered two fantastic options.

Our first contender is a man who is no stranger to leading his nation. In fact, he has a 100% win rate with the Three Lions. If that wasn't enough, he's got a strong support base in Blackpool, Bolton and West Ham.

If not Sam Allardyce, the Conservative government could always follow the Manchester United formula and get a solid interim.

Harry Maguire was soaking in the atmosphere at Women's Euros last night.

Bet it feels good to finally see the home team win at Old Trafford.

Chelsea's transfer strategy this summer has been all over the shop. But perhaps this is a revolutionary new policy from the club's co-owner Todd Boehly.

Link your team with big money signings to keep your fans on-side, but don't sign any of them to save money.

There are last minute equalisers, and then there's this!

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