Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel is reportedly willing to stay at the Allianz Arena if the board prioritizes two specific signings for his squad in the upcoming summer transfer window. Firstly, Tuchel is keen on acquiring a defensive midfielder following the breakdown of their move for Fulham’s João Palhinha last summer. Additionally, he is looking
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Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman has taken a bold move by including injured Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong in the preliminary squad for the European Championship in Germany. Despite not having played for almost a month due to an ankle injury, De Jong will be given the opportunity to prove his fitness before the final squad
The inclusion of midfielder N’Golo Kanté in the preliminary squad for the European Championship came as a surprise to many, considering his absence from the national team since June 2022. Kanté’s return was fueled by Deschamps’ belief in his regained form at Al-Ittihad, despite playing in the Saudi league. This decision raises questions about the
As Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney pointed out, there is a pressing need for a “massive clearout” at Old Trafford in the upcoming summer transfer window. The team’s current position as eighth in the Premier League is far from where the club is used to being, and the risk of missing out on European football
Following rumors of a potential exit for Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United, manager Erik ten Hag has made it clear that the club has no intentions of parting ways with the talented midfielder. Despite speculation linking Fernandes with a move away from Old Trafford, Ten Hag emphasized that Fernandes is a crucial part of the
After facing rejections from various candidates, Bayern Munich seems to be reconsidering Thomas Tuchel’s departure as coach. Reports indicate that the club is actively working on a solution to convince Tuchel to stay, despite the earlier mutual agreement made in February for him to leave at the end of the season. This potential turnaround has
Aston Villa has finally secured a spot in the prestigious Champions League for the first time since the 1982-83 season. This marks a significant milestone for the club, as it is the first time they have qualified for the competition since it was rebranded from the European Cup. The long-awaited return to Europe’s top club
In a surprising turn of events, the storied French club Saint-Etienne is currently in exclusive talks for a sale to the owner of the NBA’s Toronto Raptors and NHL’s Toronto Maple Leafs. Larry Tanenbaum’s Kilmer Group is on the verge of finalizing the full purchase of Saint-Etienne, a club that holds a significant place in
Arsenal and Manchester City recently revealed their new home kits for the upcoming 2024-25 season, generating excitement among fans and players alike. Arsenal’s new kit features a significant change with the return of the iconic cannon emblem on the chest of the shirt. This move marks the first time since 1989-90 that the cannon has
Despite announcing his departure from Bayern Munich at the end of the season, Thomas Tuchel is now considering the possibility of staying on as the head coach. With the club failing to secure a suitable replacement for him, talks have been held to explore the potential of Tuchel remaining in his current position. However, there
Evan Ferguson’s journey as a Premier League footballer has been nothing short of remarkable. At just 19 years old, he has established himself as a key player for Brighton & Hove Albion and the Republic of Ireland. Ferguson’s rapid development has caught the attention of fans and pundits alike, with his impressive performances on the
Germany, the hosts of Euro 2024, recently unveiled their preliminary squad for the upcoming tournament. Among the notable absentees were Mats Hummels and Leon Goretzka, raising eyebrows among fans and pundits. Manager Julian Nagelsmann made some interesting choices in selecting his squad, opting to include four goalkeepers, with VfB Stuttgart’s Alexander Nübel making the cut
Recently, FIFA announced its plan to address the issue of racist abuse in football. This plan includes urging all 211 national federations to make racist abuse a disciplinary offence within the sport. Furthermore, FIFA suggests implementing a global standard gesture for players to communicate racist incidents to referees. This gesture involves crossing hands at the
Video Assistant Referee (VAR) has been a contentious topic in English football ever since its introduction during the 2019-20 season. The Premier League was the last of Europe’s major leagues to adopt VAR, and its implementation has been far from smooth. There has been a lack of consensus on what exactly VAR should be, resulting