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Ansu Fati set for permanent AS Monaco move as Anthony Gordon ends Barcelona return hopes

Ansu Fati's 14-year association with Barcelona is nearing its end, with AS Monaco expected to trigger their €11m buy option after Anthony Gordon's arrival closed the door on a Camp Nou comeback. The 23-year-old scored 12 goals in 30 Ligue 1 appearances this season.

Football May 30

Iraola emerges as Liverpool's leading candidate to replace Arne Slot

Andoni Iraola is the frontrunner to become Liverpool's next manager after Arne Slot's departure was confirmed on Saturday, with reporters Ben Jacobs, Matteo Moretto, and Santi Aouna all pointing to the former Bournemouth head coach as the club's top target.

Football May 30

Barcelona need €30-50m in sales to register Gordon, Silva and Alvarez

Barcelona have signed Anthony Gordon from Newcastle for €80m and agreed personal terms with Bernardo Silva, but Cadena SER report the club must raise €30-50m through player sales this summer to register all three targets — including striker priority Julián Álvarez — within La Liga's salary limit rules.

Football May 30

Barcelona enquire about Arsenal loanee Piero Hincapie as left-side defensive cover

Barcelona have made enquiries about Ecuador international Piero Hincapie after Arsenal left his €52m permanent transfer from Bayer Leverkusen unconfirmed. The 24-year-old made 38 appearances for the Gunners this season, covering both left-back and central defence.

Football May 30

Daniel Siebert: the German referee appointed for the Arsenal vs PSG Champions League final

Daniel Siebert, a 42-year-old German official with 11 years of experience, will referee the Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain at Budapest's Puskas Arena on 30 May. He has already officiated two Arsenal matches this season, with the Gunners winning both 1-0.

Football May 30

Chong's early strike puts Curacao ahead against Scotland in World Cup warm-up

Tahith Chong gave Curacao a 17th-minute lead against Scotland at Hampden Park on Saturday, driving into the penalty area before guiding the ball past Craig Gordon. Steve Clarke's side, preparing for their 2026 World Cup Group C opener against Haiti in Boston, were missing six first-choice players.

Football May 30

Evra names Osimhen as United's top transfer priority as Leao hints at Milan exit

Former United defender Patrice Evra has singled out Victor Osimhen as the one signing Manchester United must make this summer, despite a reported £130m asking price from Galatasaray. Meanwhile, AC Milan forward Rafael Leao has given a promising signal over a potential move to Old Trafford.

Football May 30

Liverpool target Juventus defender Bremer and Leipzig winger Diomande in summer rebuild

Liverpool are pursuing Juventus centre-back Gleison Bremer as a replacement for departing Ibrahima Konate, while the club are also pushing hard to sign RB Leipzig's 19-year-old winger Yan Diomande, with Manchester City and PSG also in the race.

Football May 30

Arsenal and PSG's Champions League final reunion shadowed by last year's ticket row

Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain meet in the Champions League final at Budapest's Puskas Arena on Saturday, but their previous encounter in last season's semi-finals was soured by a bitter dispute over away ticket allocations that led PSG to file a formal UEFA complaint.

Football May 30

Valentin Barco set for Chelsea move after confirming Strasbourg departure

Chelsea are closing in on a fifth summer signing as Argentina left-back Valentin Barco, who has been named in Lionel Scaloni's World Cup 2026 squad, publicly confirmed his exit from sister club Strasbourg and appears headed to Stamford Bridge.

Football May 30

Manchester United target Sandro Tonali in £87m move as midfield rebuild takes shape

Manchester United are pursuing Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali for around £87million as Michael Carrick looks to reshape his engine room following Casemiro's departure and the near-completed signing of Ederson from Atalanta.

Football May 30

Steve Holland's coaching genius quietly reshaping Manchester United under Carrick

Steve Holland, Michael Carrick's assistant at Manchester United, has drawn widespread praise from former colleagues since joining the club five months ago. Allan Russell, who worked alongside Holland at England for four years, credits him with shaping 75 per cent of his own coaching philosophy.

Football May 30

Leao hints at United preference as Milan's Europa League finish slashes asking price

AC Milan forward Rafael Leao has publicly named Manchester United as his favourite Premier League club, citing Cristiano Ronaldo as his idol. With Milan dropping to the Europa League after a fifth-place Serie A finish, his asking price is reported to have fallen to around £43 million.

Football May 30

Rogers admits Arsenal admiration as Barcelona plot Hincapie bid this summer

Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers has revealed Arsenal was the match that convinced him he belonged in the Premier League, as the Gunners weigh an £80m move. Meanwhile, Barcelona are reportedly preparing a bid for newly permanent signing Piero Hincapie.

Football May 30

Raheem Sterling arrested on suspicion of drug-driving after M3 crash

Raheem Sterling was arrested on Thursday morning after his Lamborghini struck motorway barriers on the M3 near the Minley Interchange. Hampshire Police confirmed the 31-year-old has been bailed on suspicion of drug-driving, dangerous driving, possession of a Class C drug, and failing to provide a specimen.

Football May 29

England monitoring USA measles outbreak with World Cup less than three weeks away

The FA has been alerted to a measles outbreak in the United States, the host nation for the 2026 World Cup, with England set to begin their campaign against Croatia in under three weeks. FIFA has issued guidance to all 48 participating nations as US cases reach their highest levels in decades.

Football May 29

Anthony Gordon joins Barcelona on five-year deal in £69m Newcastle exit

Anthony Gordon has completed a move from Newcastle United to Barcelona, signing a five-year contract reported to be worth £69.3 million. The 25-year-old winger, who helped Newcastle win the Carabao Cup last season, had also attracted interest from Bayern Munich before choosing the Spanish champions.

Football May 29

Barcelona sign Anthony Gordon from Newcastle for €80m, beating Liverpool and Bayern

Barcelona have confirmed the signing of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United for a reported €80m plus add-ons. The 25-year-old England international, who scored 17 goals in 46 appearances this season, had also been pursued by Liverpool and Bayern Munich.

Football May 29

Anthony Gordon joins Barcelona in £70m deal as Newcastle seek winger replacements

Anthony Gordon has left Newcastle United for Barcelona in a £70 million transfer, signing a five-year contract at the Nou Camp. Newcastle are already scouting potential replacements, with targets including Lille's Matias Fernandez-Pardo and Lyon's Malick Fofana.

Football May 29

Ruben Dias denies cheating allegations after split from Maya Jama

Manchester City defender Ruben Dias has issued a public statement firmly denying he was unfaithful to television presenter Maya Jama, saying the couple parted ways for private reasons after around 18 months together.

Football May 29