Chelsea is on track to receive a bonus of around £5 million as part of Eden Hazard’s transfer to Real Madrid. Despite the fact that Hazard retired from football in October of last year, the former Belgium winger’s transfer deal included various performance-related add-ons that Madrid is obligated to pay. One of these add-ons was
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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
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
In an exciting development for Canadian soccer, Jesse Marsch has been appointed as the new manager of the Canada men’s national team. The announcement, made by the Canada Soccer Association, has sparked hope and optimism among soccer fans across the country. Marsch, a former manager at Leeds United and RB Leipzig, brings a wealth of
Atalanta secured a crucial 2-1 victory over direct rival Roma, thanks to a stellar performance by Charles De Ketelaere. The Belgian midfielder showcased his skill and precision by netting two goals within two minutes in the first half of the match. Despite a late penalty goal from Lorenzo Pellegrini for Roma, Atalanta held on to
The allocation of Champions League spots for next season has been determined based on the performance of teams in European competitions. The coefficient system takes into account the performance of clubs from each country in the Champions League, Europa League, and Europa Conference League. Wins are rewarded with two coefficient points, draws with one, and
Lionel Messi’s connection to Barcelona dates back to a simple napkin that was recently sold at auction for an impressive amount of money. The napkin, which contained an agreement in principle to sign the then-13-year-old Messi, fetched a staggering sum of £762,400 ($965,000) at a British auction house. This piece of sports history has become
Juventus shocked the football world by announcing the sacking of their manager, Massimiliano Allegri, just two days after winning the Coppa Italia final against Atalanta. The decision to part ways with Allegri came after he lost his cool in stoppage time during the final, resulting in a two-game suspension and a red card for his