Atlético Madrid recently announced the signing of striker Alexander Sørloth from Villarreal on a four-year contract. The 28-year-old Norway international had an impressive season with Villarreal, scoring 26 goals in all competitions, with 23 of those goals coming in Laliga. His performance placed him second in the league’s scoring charts. The transfer fee for Sørloth’s
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West Ham United is on the verge of securing a deal to sign Borussia Dortmund striker Niclas Füllkrug for a reported fee of €26 million, with additional add-ons bringing the total to €30 million. The 31-year-old is set to undergo a medical after successfully negotiating terms with the Hammers. Füllkrug, who scored 20 goals in
Enzo Maresca, the manager of Chelsea, expressed his frustration after his team conceded two early goals in their 4-2 loss to Manchester City. He emphasized the need for his team to be “stronger” when they concede, highlighting the importance of not letting in multiple goals in quick succession. Maresca acknowledged the impact of conceding goals
Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, has recently hinted at the possibility of deploying Jadon Sancho as the central striker for the team. This decision comes in light of the injury to Rasmus Hojlund, who is expected to be out for six weeks due to a hamstring injury. During the pre-season games, Sancho
Manchester United is reportedly in talks with Paris Saint-Germain to sign defensive midfielder Manuel Ugarte. The Red Devils have already reached personal terms with the 23-year-old and are now working on a deal with PSG. However, the Premier League side may need to offload some players before finalizing the transfer due to financial constraints. PSG
Tottenham Hotspur is rumored to have their eyes set on AFC Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. The Premier League side is in the initial stages of exploring a potential deal for the 26-year-old forward, who had an impressive Premier League campaign last season, scoring 19 goals and providing three assists in
Javier Aguirre’s return to coach Mexico for a third time was met with mixed reactions, as fans and critics alike questioned whether he and assistant Rafa Márquez were the right figures to revitalize Mexico’s football fortunes. With a history of serving as a late-minute savior in World Cup qualifications, Aguirre expressed his excitement for the
Zlatan Ibrahimovic, the former LA Galaxy star and a senior advisor to AC Milan, has expressed his views on the growth of Major League Soccer (MLS). He believes that MLS is not growing as fast as it could due to the league’s “too many rules.” Despite the expansion of the league from 24 to 29
FIFA recently extended an olive branch to global groups of soccer leagues and player unions in an attempt to resolve a contentious three-month standoff. The deadlock was initially sparked by concerns over the increasingly packed competition calendar and the subsequent legal actions threatened by the affected parties. The World Leagues Association and FIFPRO accused FIFA
Recent reports suggest that Atlético Madrid is feeling more optimistic about the possibility of securing Manchester City forward Julián Álvarez as a vital part of Diego Simeone’s new-look team. Sources close to the situation have revealed that Atleti has made significant progress in discussions with the representatives of the Argentine international. There is a growing
It seems like a case of deja vu as Javier Aguirre steps in once again to lead Mexico’s men’s national team. This marks his third time being appointed as the head coach, with previous stints aimed at guiding El Tri to World Cup qualifications. Alongside him is the legendary Rafa Marquez, who is set to
When MLS club LAFC introduced Olivier Giroud as their newest star, it marked the beginning of a new era for the French striker. His decision to join LAFC was influenced by the advice of former rival Zlatan Ibrahimović, who emphasized the attacking style of play in the MLS. Giroud, a seasoned professional with 11 major
Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski has expressed concerns regarding the excessive amount of football that players are required to participate in. He believes that the packed competition calendar is ultimately leading to a decline in the quality of the games. FIFA has recently offered to hold talks with global football leagues and player unions to address
In a historic move, Fulham has officially acquired Emile Smith Rowe from Arsenal for a reported fee of £34 million, making him the most expensive signing in the club’s history. This significant investment demonstrates Fulham’s commitment to strengthening their squad for the upcoming season. Smith Rowe, at 24 years old, brings a wealth of talent