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Enrique Riquelme challenges Florentino Perez in first Real Madrid election in two decades
Renewables tycoon Enrique Riquelme has formally launched his bid for the Real Madrid presidency, unveiling plans to overhaul the club's infrastructure, halve membership fees, and block outside investment — setting up the first contested election at the club since 2006.
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Bowen apologises to West Ham fans but hints at staying despite United and Chelsea links
Jarrod Bowen has publicly apologised to West Ham supporters after the club's relegation from the Premier League was confirmed on the final day of the season, while strongly hinting he intends to remain at the London Stadium despite reported interest from Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea.
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Barcelona and Bayern Munich move for Anthony Gordon, complicating Liverpool's summer plans
Liverpool's hopes of signing Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon have been dealt a significant blow, with Barcelona in direct club-to-club talks with Newcastle and Bayern Munich also keen on the 25-year-old England international.
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Nicolas Jackson open to Chelsea stay under Xabi Alonso but demands first-team role
Nicolas Jackson is willing to remain at Stamford Bridge after Bayern Munich declined to sign him permanently, but the Senegalese striker will only stay if Xabi Alonso guarantees him a starting place in the side.
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Luka Modric to retire after 2026 World Cup following Milan's Champions League failure
Luka Modric will end his playing career after representing Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, according to reports. The 40-year-old's decision was shaped by AC Milan missing out on next season's Champions League.
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Gordon Banks' 1966 World Cup medal and 'Save of the Century' shirt to fetch £500,000 at auction
Gordon Banks' 1966 World Cup winners medal and the shirt he wore for his famous save against Pelé in 1970 are each estimated at £200,000–£300,000, with both items going under the hammer on June 25 during the 2026 World Cup.
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Manchester United close in on Atalanta midfielder Ederson as Carrick era begins
Manchester United are nearing a deal for Atalanta's Ederson, with a fee of up to £38million reported. The 26-year-old Brazilian would become Michael Carrick's first signing as head coach, filling the midfield void left by Casemiro's departure.
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Jorgensen demands Chelsea exit as Alonso weighs Sanchez against Penders for No.1 spot
Filip Jorgensen has told Chelsea in a face-to-face meeting that he wants to leave the club this summer in search of regular first-team football, forcing incoming head coach Xabi Alonso to choose between Robert Sanchez and 20-year-old Mike Penders as his starting goalkeeper.
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Hallgrimsson urges Ireland to let results do the talking ahead of Israel fixtures
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson has called on his squad to focus purely on football as political controversy surrounds their Nations League fixtures against Israel, scheduled for 27 September at a neutral venue and 4 October in Dublin.
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Jacquet confirms Manchester United interest before his £60m Liverpool move
Jeremy Jacquet has revealed Manchester United were among the clubs who pursued him before he agreed a £60 million transfer to Liverpool from Rennes. The 20-year-old defender said talks with Liverpool had been ongoing for some time, dismissing suggestions the deal came together quickly.
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Manchester United post £37.7m operating profit as Berrada cites on-pitch turnaround
Manchester United recorded an operating profit of £37.7 million for the nine months to 31 March, reversing a £3.2 million loss in the same period a year earlier. CEO Omar Berrada credited cost-cutting measures and improved Premier League performances for the financial swing.
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Manchester City close in on £100m Elliot Anderson deal as United walk away
Manchester City are increasingly confident of signing Nottingham Forest and England midfielder Elliot Anderson for around £100m after Manchester United decided the asking price was too high and accepted the player's preference to join their rivals.
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RB Leipzig to face Leeds at Elland Road after Man United friendly falls through
The pre-season friendly between Manchester United and RB Leipzig, negotiated as part of the Benjamin Sesko transfer last summer, will not go ahead. Leipzig will instead travel to Elland Road to face Leeds United in the weekend of August 8.
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Marcos Llorente admits Alvarez's Atletico future is uncertain amid Arsenal interest
Atletico Madrid midfielder Marcos Llorente has conceded he does not know whether team-mate Julian Alvarez will stay at the club this summer, with Arsenal, PSG and Barcelona all linked with the Argentine forward who could cost up to £90 million.
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Tottenham CEO Venkatesham admits two 17th-place finishes 'clearly not good enough' as owners vow change
Spurs chief executive Vinai Venkatesham has spoken publicly about Tottenham's second consecutive 17th-place finish, crediting fans and new manager Roberto De Zerbi for survival while the Lewis family ownership pledged the performance cannot be repeated.
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United to shed £33m in wages as Rashford's Barcelona future remains unresolved
Manchester United will release Casemiro, Jadon Sancho and Tyrell Malacia this summer, cutting roughly £640,000 from their weekly wage bill. Marcus Rashford's permanent move to Barcelona is also in doubt after the Catalan club signalled they may seek to renegotiate his £26m buy option.
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Akhomach explains Palestine flag gesture ahead of Rayo's Conference League final
Rayo Vallecano winger Ilias Akhomach has spoken about his decision to hoist a Palestine flag during celebrations after their Conference League semi-final win over Strasbourg, calling the situation in Gaza 'insanity on a global scale'. The 22-year-old is now racing to be fit for the final against Crystal Palace in Leipzig.
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Leipzig's firm stance on Diomande complicates Liverpool pursuit and Arsenal's Barcola hopes
RB Leipzig are determined to keep 19-year-old Yan Diomande despite Liverpool's interest, with the German club's Champions League return and a legal dispute over the winger's representation adding further obstacles to any summer deal.
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Manchester United post £37.7m operating profit as Berrada hails Champions League return
Manchester United recorded an operating profit of £37.7 million for the nine months to 31 March 2026, reversing a £3.2 million loss over the same period a year earlier. CEO Omar Berrada credited cost-cutting measures and improved Premier League performances under Michael Carrick.
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Arteta 'fully convinced' Arsenal can win Champions League final against PSG in Budapest
Mikel Arteta says he is certain Arsenal will claim their first Champions League title when they face holders PSG in Budapest on Saturday, days after the club ended a 22-year wait for the Premier League trophy.
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