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Diomande declares PSG love as Liverpool and rivals chase £110m Leipzig winger
Yan Diomande has publicly declared his admiration for Paris Saint-Germain amid strong interest from Liverpool, both Manchester clubs, and Bayern Munich. The 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger scored 12 goals and added nine assists in his debut Bundesliga season, with RB Leipzig valuing him at around €130m.
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Yaya Toure takes first head-coach role at Slovan Bratislava after leaving Saudi Arabia post
Yaya Toure has agreed to become head coach of Slovakian side Slovan Bratislava, leaving his assistant manager role with Saudi Arabia just days before the World Cup. The move marks the 43-year-old's first step into frontline management since retiring in 2019.
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Benched at PSG, Lucas Chevalier in Aston Villa's sights for Champions League
An undisputed starter upon arrival, Lucas Chevalier has lost his number-one spot at PSG to Matvey Safonov. Aston Villa, qualified for next season's Champions League, is interested in the French international goalkeeper.
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Rashford guides Gordon through Barcelona life despite World Cup rivalry and transfer uncertainty
Anthony Gordon has revealed that Marcus Rashford offered him tips on city life and team spirit at Barcelona ahead of his £70m move from Newcastle — despite the pair competing for England's left-wing spot and Rashford's own future at the Nou Camp remaining unresolved.
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Arsenal's Eze, Rice, Saka and Madueke join England squad after Premier League parade
The four Arsenal players were given extra time off following the Champions League final defeat to PSG and the subsequent Premier League title parade before linking up with Thomas Tuchel's squad in Florida.
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Evra claims he would have 'eaten Yamal alive' and dares doubters to ask Ronaldo
Patrice Evra insists he would have neutralised Lamine Yamal at his peak, citing his duels with Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi as proof of his ability to handle the world's elite attackers.
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Deschamps says Olise free to leave Bayern as Real Madrid plot record £130m signing
France manager Didier Deschamps has refused to discourage Michael Olise from leaving Bayern Munich, as Real Madrid president-elect Florentino Perez confirms a club-record bid — worth at least £130m — is imminent for an elite Champions League player.
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Real Madrid target Olise in €165m move Bayern insist will never happen
Florentino Pérez has identified Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise as his primary summer target, with Real Madrid prepared to bid up to €165m. Bayern, however, hold a contract until 2029 with no release clause and have publicly declared the 23-year-old unsellable.
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United weigh £100m Tonali move but tight budget forces tough transfer choices
Manchester United have been quoted £100 million for Newcastle's Sandro Tonali but are unlikely to commit that sum to one player given budget constraints and pressing needs for a striker and winger. Several other targets — including Mateus Fernandes, Igor Thiago, and William Gomes — are also under consideration.
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Alvarez rules out Arsenal move as Gunners eye PSG teenager Mbemba
Julian Alvarez has reportedly dismissed a transfer to Arsenal, preferring Barcelona despite negotiations between the clubs being at a standstill. Separately, Arsenal are tracking PSG youth defender Emmanuel Mbemba, though work permit concerns could complicate any deal.
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Pogba backs Carrick as permanent United boss: 'It's going to be good'
Paul Pogba has endorsed Michael Carrick's appointment as Manchester United's permanent head coach, praising his former teammate's connection with players after Carrick guided the club back into the Champions League.
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Iraola hails Slot's Champions League legacy as he takes charge at Liverpool
Andoni Iraola has been appointed Liverpool head coach on a two-year deal, succeeding Arne Slot following the club's fifth-place Premier League finish. The Spaniard has praised his predecessor for securing Champions League football and declared every current squad member a 'new signing'.
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Tuchel vows England squad will rally around Eze after Champions League final penalty miss
Thomas Tuchel has promised that the England group will support Eberechi Eze when Arsenal's four players join the squad in West Palm Beach, insisting their penalty shoot-out defeat to PSG cannot overshadow a season in which they won their first league title in 22 years.
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Lennart Karl, Bayern's Breakthrough Star, Out of 2026 World Cup with Thigh Injury
The 18-year-old German winger, who has had a breakout season at Bayern Munich, suffered a left thigh tear during training and has been ruled out of the 2026 World Cup. He will be replaced in the squad by Assan Ouedraogo.
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Arsenal target PSG teenager Mbemba as Arteta plans post-title squad overhaul
Arsenal have presented their project to Paris Saint-Germain left-back Emmanuel Mbemba, 18, who has yet to commit to the European champions despite being offered professional terms. The Gunners are also pursuing Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers as their primary summer target.
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Real Madrid Ready to Offer Bayern Munich €150 Million for Michael Olise
Florentino Perez has publicly announced his intention to submit a record offer of €150 million for a player competing in the UEFA Champions League. According to Spanish media, the target is French international Michael Olise, who is under contract with Bayern Munich.
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Vitinha and João Neves to Real Madrid: PSG shuts door on any negotiation
Florentino Perez mentioned a €150 million offer for a top-tier midfielder, drawing attention to PSG's Portuguese players. The Paris club responded unambiguously: no offer will be considered.
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Mourinho plots Real Madrid hijack of United's £80m Mateus Fernandes pursuit
Manchester United are among the frontrunners to sign West Ham's Mateus Fernandes for £80m, but Jose Mourinho has reportedly urged Real Madrid to intervene — while CEO Omar Berrada warns United will not let agents or market forces dictate their transfer strategy.
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Fabregas, Flick's Heir Apparent at Barcelona from Summer 2028
FC Barcelona has reportedly identified Cesc Fabregas as Hansi Flick's successor on the Barcelona bench. Initial discussions are said to have already taken place, with summer 2028 as the target date, according to Catalunya Radio.
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Perez hints at £130m Real Madrid signing by ruling out Kane, Haaland, Olise and Doku
Florentino Perez, seeking re-election as Real Madrid president, has promised to spend around €150m on an attacking midfielder from a major Champions League club — while publicly eliminating Harry Kane, Erling Haaland, Michael Olise and Jeremy Doku from consideration.
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