Transfers news — SportsCatch

Arsenal target £100m Olise as Saka injury toll prompts Arteta to rethink right wing

Arsenal are closely monitoring Michael Olise's contract situation at Bayern Munich, with manager Mikel Arteta reportedly ready to reshape his attack around the French winger. The move could push Bukayo Saka into a more central role rather than signal his departure.

Football Oct 13

Out of contract after Monaco setback, Pogba turns to MLS to revive his career

Free since the termination of his AS Monaco contract in August, Paul Pogba is exploring the MLS option. His representatives have contacted several North American franchises, but no firm offer has yet emerged.

Football Oct 13

Manchester United to scout Giuliano Simeone during Champions League trip to Atletico Madrid

Manchester United will use Tuesday's Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid to take a close look at winger Giuliano Simeone, according to Spanish reports. The 22-year-old Argentine is also attracting interest from Tottenham and Manchester City, though Atletico value him at €500m.

Football Oct 13

Celtic eye David Moyes return as Everton ownership uncertainty clouds his future

Celtic are reportedly targeting Everton manager David Moyes as their next permanent appointment, with the Scottish champions looking to capitalise on boardroom instability at Goodison Park after The Friedkin Group put the club up for sale.

Football Oct 13

Park Chu-young reveals he snuck out of Lille hotel to seal last-minute Arsenal move

South Korea forward Park Chu-young has recalled how he abandoned a near-complete Lille medical in 2011 to join Arsenal instead, leaving the French club's chairman to discover his hotel room empty with no explanation.

Football Oct 13

Conte emerges as United's top managerial target as Carrick faces Atletico Madrid test

Manchester United have made initial contact with Antonio Conte's representatives as pressure mounts on Michael Carrick, while 16-year-old prospect JJ Gabriel edges closer to a move to Real Madrid.

Football Oct 13

Arsenal handed Yildiz boost as Bayern Munich rule themselves out of £127m race

Arsenal are reportedly in pole position to sign Juventus winger Kenan Yildiz after Bayern Munich decided against re-signing the player they originally released. Diego Simeone's praise for Julian Alvarez's renewed commitment also closes the door on a second Arsenal pursuit.

Football Oct 13

Fijian Drua sign Taranaki loose-forward Namosimalua for 2027 Super Rugby season

The Fijian Drua have secured 23-year-old Taranaki loose-forward Josefa Namosimalua on a full contract for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season, with head coach Brad Mooar praising his standout NPC form and averaging more than 18 tackles per game.

Rugby Oct 12

How Borussia Dortmund Torpedoed Cherki's €15M PSG Transfer

In summer 2024, Rayan Cherki was hours away from joining PSG for just €15 million. Borussia Dortmund's intervention, promising playing time, derailed the deal — before Manchester City eventually signed him a year later for €40 million.

Football Oct 12

Exeter Chiefs sign English-qualified South African lock André Goedhals to ease second-row injury crisis

Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter has agreed a deal to bring 21-year-old lock André Goedhals from South Africa's Pumas to Sandy Park, with the English-qualified second row arriving to cover for injured duo Andrea Zambonin and Lewis Pearson.

Rugby Oct 12

Michael Page signs multi-fight Misfits Boxing deal after UFC releases him despite dual top-10 ranking

Michael Page has joined Misfits Boxing on a multi-fight deal after the UFC declined to re-sign him following a 5-1 promotional record. The 39-year-old, who was ranked in two divisions, says he finally feels free to express himself creatively.

MMA Oct 12

Paixao announces his departure from Marseille next summer after outburst at Troyes

Brazilian striker Igor Paixao confirmed on the sidelines of the Troyes match that he will very likely leave Olympique de Marseille at the end of the season, just one year after arriving for €35 million.

Football Oct 12

Messi names Arsenal's Dowman and Palace's Gozo among 10 next-generation stars

Lionel Messi has selected Arsenal teenager Max Dowman and Crystal Palace winger Zavier Gozo as two of his 10 picks for the next generation of football talent, in a list of Adidas-sponsored rising stars.

Football Oct 12

Bayern Munich president hints at Haaland pursuit as City await Premier League verdict

Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has publicly acknowledged interest in signing Erling Haaland, suggesting the club would 'reassess the situation' in a few years as Manchester City's future grows uncertain following their Premier League financial charges.

Football Oct 12

Real Madrid 'believe deal is secured' to sign 16-year-old JJ Gabriel from Man United

Manchester United academy forward JJ Gabriel looks set to leave Old Trafford in January, with Real Madrid growing increasingly confident of securing the 16-year-old ahead of Barcelona, Bayern Munich and PSG.

Football Oct 12

United chiefs privately admit regret over Santos, Tielemans and left-back gap after worst start in 40 years

Senior Manchester United figures have privately acknowledged three transfer regrets from the summer window, admitting Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans were far from their top targets and that failing to sign a left-back has left the squad short.

Football Oct 12

Olise wants €200m release clause to keep Real Madrid door open

Michael Olise is negotiating a contract extension with Bayern Munich but is pushing for the inclusion of a release clause that would allow him to leave, with Real Madrid in the background and a figure around €200 million under discussion.

Football Oct 12

Patrice Evra reveals Ronaldo nearly signed for PSG before choosing Juventus

In summer 2018, after leaving Real Madrid, Cristiano Ronaldo seriously considered joining Paris Saint-Germain. His former Manchester United teammate Patrice Evra has now confirmed this.

Football Oct 12

10-man Spurs deny United as Carrick faces calls to scrap Mainoo-Tielemans pivot

Manchester United's worst league start in 40 years deepened on Saturday as Dominic Solanke's late equaliser earned 10-man Tottenham a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford, prompting Gary Neville to demand midfield changes ahead of Tuesday's Champions League trip to Atletico Madrid.

Football Oct 12

Dion Dublin signed for Manchester United without knowing his wage after snubbing Chelsea and Everton

Dion Dublin has revealed he was so captivated by Sir Alex Ferguson's Old Trafford tour that he signed his Manchester United contract without asking about his salary, having already turned down approaches from Chelsea and Everton.

Football Oct 12