The recent announcement of Xherdan Shaqiri’s contract termination with the Chicago Fire marks the end of a disappointing stint for the Switzerland midfielder at the MLS club. Despite his high-profile transfer from Lyon in 2022 for a then-club-record fee of $7.5 million, Shaqiri failed to live up to expectations during his time in Chicago. Throughout
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The transfer talks between Arsenal and Real Sociedad regarding Spain midfielder Mikel Merino are picking up pace, according to sources. Arsenal’s coach Mikel Arteta has long been a fan of Merino, seeing his profile and recent development as a perfect fit for the team. Merino’s standout performance in the Euro 2024, where he scored the
Canadian rapper Drake has recently become an investor of Serie A club Venezia, partnering with global sports-focused firm APEX Capital. APEX, who acquired a minority stake in the north Italian club in July following their promotion to Serie A, welcomed Drake to the project. The news was confirmed by APEX on Instagram, stating that Drake,
Fenerbahce coach José Mourinho has accepted the reality of missing out on Champions League football for the 2024-25 season. Despite the disappointment of being knocked out of the third qualifying round by Lille, Mourinho sees the Europa League as a platform better suited to his team’s level. He acknowledges that the Champions League would have
Kylian Mbappé is set to make his competitive debut for Real Madrid as they take on Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup. Carlo Ancelotti, the Madrid coach, has confirmed that the star forward is available to play in the match, although he has not revealed whether Mbappé will start or not. The 25-year-old French international
Despite Manchester City’s track record of six out of the past seven Premier League titles and a continuous flow of talented players, they are still the favorites to win the league again. With odds of +120, the Sky Blues are leading the pack, closely followed by Arsenal at +180 and Liverpool at +700. However, the
Manchester City is set to undergo a hearing regarding their alleged 115 breaches of Premier League rules, with sources indicating that the proceedings will commence on Sept. 16. The independent panel overseeing the hearing is expected to last around two months, culminating in a final verdict by the end of the 2024-25 season. The Premier
The LA Galaxy have made a significant move by signing former Borussia Dortmund midfielder Marco Reus. At 35 years old, Reus brings a wealth of experience and skill to the team. With an impressive track record of 171 goals in 426 appearances for Dortmund, Reus is no stranger to finding the back of the net.
Manchester City winger Oscar Bobb is facing a setback as he is set to miss the start of the season due to a broken bone in his leg. The injury occurred during a training session when he tried to turn, with no other player involved in the incident. This news comes as a blow to
Reports have emerged that Napoli have reached out to Manchester United regarding a potential transfer deal for midfielder Scott McTominay. It is said that United would be open to considering offers for McTominay, although they are not actively seeking to offload the player. Napoli’s interest has sparked discussions, with the Serie A club considering a
The PFA Men’s Player of the Year shortlist for the 2023-24 season has been revealed, and it comes as no surprise that Manchester City players feature heavily. Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, and Rodri, key figures in City’s successful campaign, lead the pack. Haaland, who secured his second consecutive Golden Boot with 27 league goals, showcased
Manchester United recently made waves in the football world by completing the signings of Noussair Mazraoui and Matthijs de Ligt from Bayern Munich. This move has been met with excitement and anticipation from fans and experts alike as the Premier League club continues to strengthen its squad for the upcoming season. Impressive Deals The combined
In a surprising turn of events, U.S.-born Mexico international Julián Araujo has made a big move from Barcelona to Premier League side Bournemouth in a transfer deal worth €10 million ($10.9m). Araujo, at just 22 years old, never got the chance to make a competitive appearance for Barcelona after joining from LA Galaxy in 2023.
After Barcelona’s recent 3-0 defeat to AS Monaco, coach Hansi Flick emphasized the importance of learning from the mistakes made in the match. Despite the disappointing result, Flick believes that it is better to face setbacks during the preseason rather than when the LaLiga season kicks off. Flick stressed the need for thorough analysis of