Real Madrid close to Soria signing Real Madrid are closing in on the signing of Getafe goalkeeper David Soria, Mundo Deportivo claims. The Santiago Bernabeu side want him to act as backup for Thibaut Courtois. Juve want Zaniolo or Gnonto to replace Chiesa Nicolo Zaniolo Galatasaray Juventus are considering a move for either Nicolo Zaniolo or Wilfried Gnonto, according to Fichajes. The Se...Full Story »

LAUTARO MARTINEZ has been preparing for Inter Milan's Champions League final against Man City in style. That's by getting married at Italy's famous Lake Como while surrounded by star guests including Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez and other Argentina World Cup winners. Martinez met partner Agustina Gandolfo shortly after joining Inter in 2018. The pair have a daughter together, with Nina born in ...Full Story »

Chelsea target £70m Lautaro Martinez Lautaro Martinez Inter Chelsea are targeting a move for Inter striker Lautaro Martinez at the end of the season, according to Football Insider. Mauricio Pochettino is expected to take charge at Stamford Bridge and has already discussed signing the Argentine with the Blues. Inter need to sell for financial reasons and would be willing to part company ...Full Story »

Sergio Busquets to inform his decision on his future to Xavi in coming days Sergio Busquets: “I have more or less decided about my future. Now there are a few days off and when I return I will surely notify the coach”, told DAZN. 🔵🔴 #FCBBarça expect Busquets to stay for one more season. pic.twitter.com/lz3jSAZNvs— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 2, 2023 ...Full Story »

Javi Gracia has admitted something must change after Leeds saw their survival hopes take a huge blow after a damaging 4-1 loss at Bournemouth.Gracia watched his team lose for a fourth time in five matches and while they remain 16th in the Premier League, they face Manchester City and Newcastle over the next fortnight with only a point cushion to the relegation zone.Patrick Bamford’s first-...Full Story »

Javi Gracia admitted he is “worried about everything” as Leeds’ battle for Premier League survival took another blow with a third successive defeat at Fulham.Leeds were unable to impose themselves against an improving Fulham, as the home side capitalised to secure a 2-1 victory following a lacklustre first half.Harry Wilson struck a 58th-minute volley to land his second goal in...Full Story »

Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez will miss the rest of the season after fracturing his foot, the club have confirmed. Martinez was stretchered off during Thursday's 2-2 draw with Sevilla in the first leg of their Europa League quarterfinal and medical assessments on Friday confirmed the defender has fractured a metatarsal bone and will play no further part this season. A club statement is...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag is sweating on the fitness of Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane after a comfortable Europa League quarter-final clash ended in a chaotic, and potentially costly, draw with Sevilla.Marcel Sabitzer’s first-half brace put the Red Devils in control at a packed Old Trafford, where Antony hit the woodwork after the break as they pushed to deservedly extend their lead.Much-changed...Full Story »

Manchester United have added Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez to their striker shopping list. Tuttosport says PSG and United are considering a swoop for Martinez. Speculation over the Argentina star and his Inter Milan future continues to mount. PSG and United hold an interest in Martinez, 25, after his 17 goals in 36 games this season. United have made Tottenham striker Harry Kane the...Full Story »

Javi Gracia retains belief that Leeds will stay in the Premier League after a 2-2 home draw against Brighton left them in the bottom three.Leeds dropped into the relegation zone before kick-off at Elland Road after Bournemouth’s surprise win against Liverpool and twice hit back to clinch a crucial point against their high-flying visitors.Jack Harrison rescued Leeds with a brilliant curling...Full Story »

Barcelona are confident of a deal for Athletic Bilbao defender Inigo Martinez. Sport says Barcelona have had his signing under control for months, but there are teams trying to convince him to pick them. The Athletic defender is close to a return to action after overcoming an injury that has kept him out of action since November. Meanwhile, he is awaiting a final renewal offer from his club...Full Story »

Leeds boss Javi Gracia described his side’s 1-0 home win against Southampton in his first game in charge as “something really special”.Junior Firpo’s second-half strike halted Leeds’ 10-game winless run in the Premier League and lifted them out of the bottom three.Former Watford, Malaga and Valencia boss Gracia was delighted with his winning start after being appoin...Full Story »

Junior Firpo struck a second-half winner as Leeds beat Premier League relegation rivals Southampton 1-0 to climb out of the bottom three.Left-back Firpo’s first top-flight goal halted Leeds’ 10-game winless league run and ensured a winning start for new boss Javi Gracia in his first game in charge.Leeds appointed former Watford manager Gracia on Tuesday after last week’s defeat...Full Story »

ASTON VILLA keeper Emi Martinez rocked up to a London casino for a night with friends. The World Cup-winning shot-stopper, 30, enjoyed a brief break from club training as he headed out with his pals in Mayfair on Thursday. Emi Martinez headed to a London casino in Mayfair He was snapped heading into The Palm Beach Casino for a fun evening out - which he left at around midnight. Martinez's ou...Full Story »

MANCHESTER UNITED star Lisandro Martinez has been spotted jewellery shopping with his stunning showgirl partner Muri Lopez Benitez. The Argentine beauty made her way to England with the 25-year-old last summer when the defender completed his move from Ajax. When Martinez completed his United switch, Muri celebrated by posing in a barely-there swimsuit. And the loved-up duo have also been kn...Full Story »

ASTON VILLA are keeping an eye on Jordan Pickford’s contract issues — as they brace themselves for offers for World Cup winner Emi Martinez. England goalkeeper Pickford, 28, has yet to settle a new deal at Everton and that has alerted his admirers. Jordan Pickford is on Aston Villa's radar Those, of course, include Chelsea — as we first revealed in November. But Villa are k...Full Story »

The Argentine is now back in the UK having flown back earlier this week. Lisandro Martinez won the World Cup ten days ago Credit: Getty Nicolas Tagliafico wed partner Carolina alongside a World Cup trophy Credit: INSTAGRAM / @tagliafico3 After helping his country win the World Cup in Qatar, Martinez initially travelled to Buenos Aires in his homeland to take part in the celebrations. Lionel ...Full Story »

Atletico Madrid agree personal terms with SoyuncuLeicester City centre-back Caglar Soyuncu has agreed to personal terms with Atletico Madrid on a contract that will keep him at the club until 2027, says Nicolo Schira. The transfer is expected to be completed in July, but Atletico is reportedly working to bring the move forward to January if they can free up a roster spot by selling a current ce...Full Story »

The French FA has launched an official complaint after World Cup-winning Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez taunted beaten France hero Kylian Mbappe. Argentina beat France to win World Cup Martinez mocked Mbappe during trophy parade France FA lodges official complaint WHAT HAPPENED? Mbappe scored a hat-trick in the World Cup final but that was not enough as Argentina bagged their thir...Full Story »

The Argentine played a heroic role in Argentina's World Cup win, dominating Sunday's penalty shoot-out against France. Emiliano Martinez has five years remaining on his Aston Villa contract Credit: Getty He also captured the tournament's Golden Glove, dramatically raising his stock as a top class goalkeeper. Martinez, 30, signed for Aston Villa in September 2020 after playing only 38 times in...Full Story »