Bayern Munich’s search for a right-back continues, as they consider Newcastle’s Kieran Trippier as an alternative option to Paris Saint-Germain’s Nordi Mukiele, sources have revealed to ESPN. Manager Thomas Tuchel remains keen to reinforce the position, having missed out on the signing of Kyle Walker from Manchester City last summer. While the Bundesliga giants’ preference
AS Roma’s fans have been left heartbroken by the recent departure of Jose Mourinho, a manager who won their affections during his short-lived tenure at the club. The new head coach, Daniele De Rossi, understands the immense love and adoration the fans had for Mourinho, acknowledging that he himself has reached out to the Portuguese
Brentford head coach Thomas Frank has announced that Ivan Toney will lead the team as captain when he makes his long-awaited return from an eight-month ban. The forward had been suspended by the English Football Association (FA) due to numerous breaches of the governing body’s betting regulations. However, Toney’s ban was ultimately reduced after his
Manchester United is reportedly considering a revamp of their defence in the upcoming summer transfer window. The club, awaiting the ratification of INEOS chairman Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s 25% stake by the Premier League, has already started making plans for the future. Although United claims it’s “business as usual,” discussions have taken place regarding potential departures
In a surprising turn of events, documents submitted by Manchester United to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reveal that Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani and his team failed to provide proof of funding during their negotiations to buy the football club. This revelation has raised questions about the credibility of Sheikh
The US men’s national team has long been known for its exceptional goalkeepers. From the likes of Tony Meola to Kasey Keller to Brad Friedel to Tim Howard, the USMNT always had a reliable presence between the posts. These goalkeepers not only made crucial saves but also provided a sense of stability to the team.
Reports from The Sun have revealed that both Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Real Sociedad winger Ander Barrenetxea in the upcoming transfer window. Scouts from both clubs have been closely monitoring the 22-year-old player since November, with a particular focus on his performances in December. However, his ankle injury stalled any potential
In a groundbreaking move, Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise LAFC has taken over the storied Swiss club, Grasshopper, by purchasing a majority stake from its Chinese owner, Jenny Wang. The announcement, made during a press conference in Zurich, marks the latest addition of an American-backed club to European soccer. This acquisition, however, brings together two
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández faced rumors regarding a loss of faith from the players after the team’s defeat to Real Madrid in the Spanish Supercopa final. However, during a news conference ahead of the Copa del Rey round-of-16 tie against Unionistas de Salamanca, Xavi addressed these speculations head-on. He expressed his commitment to the team,
Kylian Mbappé, the talented French footballer, recently expressed his concerns about the increasingly busy schedule of European football, comparing it to the demanding seasons in the NBA. In an interview with British GQ, Mbappé emphasized that such practices could have negative consequences, creating a divide between players, teams, and the fans who attend matches. Drawing
The transfer window at Manchester United has been nothing short of disappointing, leaving new minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe with valuable insights into the necessary changes at Old Trafford. As high-profile players worth over £100 million have exited the club in search of greener pastures, questions arise as to whether the blame lies with the
Benfica has strongly refuted recent reports suggesting that they are in talks with Manchester United regarding the potential transfer of João Neves. The club issued a clear statement denying any negotiations and affirming that they have no intention to sell Neves to United or any other club during this transfer window. Benfica’s statement addressed the
The former president of the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), Luis Rubiales, recently made headlines by launching his own Non-Fungible Token (NFT) on Wednesday. Rubiales claimed that the release of the NFT was intended “to support real equality.” However, this move comes amidst a backdrop of serious legal charges and controversies surrounding Rubiales. Rubiales is currently
Giorgio Chiellini, the renowned Italian footballer, has decided to come out of retirement and join LAFC as a player development coach. This surprising announcement comes a mere month after Chiellini officially announced his retirement from professional football. With his vast experience and expertise, Chiellini is set to work closely with coach Steve Cherundolo in the