Lionel Messi has told PSG he will extend his contract when post-World Cup negotiations begin, but the club insist nothing is official. WHAT'S HAPPENING? The Argentina icon said he wouldn't discuss a new contract until after the World Cup, and negotiations seem to have moved quickly since his triumph, with the player pledging to continue at the club 72 hours after Argentina lifted the trophy, ...Full Story »

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou branded an aspect of his side’s attacking play “unacceptable” despite beating Livingston 2-1 to go nine points clear in the cinch Premiership.Celtic had 16 shots at goal in the first half but Postecoglou was unhappy that a number of low crosses flashed across the face of goal without his players being positioned to capitalise.Two Liel Abada deliv...Full Story »

Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper felt his side could have been more “ruthless and aggressive” in the 4-1 victory over Blackburn in the Carabao Cup.Wales international Brennan Johnson fired the visitors in front from the penalty spot, and the Reds could have had a few more but for goalkeeper Aynsley Pears making five saves in the first period.Scott Wharton’s glancing header b...Full Story »

Three days after Alexis Mac Allister won the World Cup with Argentina, his Brighton team-mates were on the wrong end of a penalty shoot-out defeat.The stakes may not have been quite so high, but nonetheless the Premier League Seagulls came a cropper at League One Charlton in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup.While Mac Allister partied in Buenos Aires, having been given a fortnight off followin...Full Story »

Nottingham Forest reached the Carabao Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 1994 with a comfortable 4-1 victory over Blackburn at Ewood Park.Wales international Brennan Johnson scored twice on his return to action after the World Cup, while Jesse Lingard and Taiwo Awoniyi were also on target.Johnson fired the visitors in front when he neatly dispatched a penalty in the opening minutes afte...Full Story »

Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo is set for a £175 million-a-year deal with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr. The 37-year-old is a free agent, as his contract from Manchester United was terminated this winter. Per Marca, Ronaldo has a lucrative offer from Al Nassr that he will accept in the coming weeks. The veteran forward, who is currently in Dubai, had previously denied claims of joining ...Full Story »

Manchester United have triggered one-year contract extensions for a quartet of first-team stars. Negotiations continue with goalkeeper David de Gea, whose deal is due to expire at the end of the season. Last week, manager Erik ten Hag said United would be triggering options for Marcus Rashford, England's Luke Shaw, Portugal defender Diogo Dalot and Brazil's Fred. All four players would have...Full Story »

Arsenal attacker Gabriel Martinelli is on the brink of extending his contract. Sport says Martinelli has agreed terms over a new deal to 2027. His current deal runs until 2024, though the Gunners have the option to extend it for a further two years. The winger feels comfortable at the Emirates and would like to stay for another five years. The Brazil international has impressed in North Lo...Full Story »

Liverpool are reportedly alongside Chelsea in targeting a transfer deal for Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat. The Morocco international has just had an outstanding World Cup, so it’s not surprising that we’re seeing growing transfer rumours about him and big names in the Premier League. According to Lions de Atlas, Liverpool would have to pay around €45million to persuade...Full Story »

The centre-back, 20, has cemented his status as one of the hottest prospects in football with some impressive performances during the World Cup. Chelsea are planning a January move for Croatian star Josko Gvardiol Credit: Getty Unfortunately his and Croatia’s dreams ended on Tuesday night when they were beaten 3-0 by Argentina in the semi-final. However, the RB Leipzig scored one as he ...Full Story »

Paris Saint-Germain are aware that on January 1, 2023, newly-crowned World Cup winner Lionel Messi will be free to speak with clubs outside of France. · Argentine icon claimed global crown at Qatar 2022· Current deal in France due to expire next summer· Offer will be presented to SouWHAT'S HAPPENING? The Argentina international, who has just inspired his country to global glory a...Full Story »

Northampton came from a goal down to beat Carlisle 2-1 and cement their place in the League Two automatic promotion places at Sixfields.All three goals were scored in the space of six second-half minutes as Jack Armer put the visitors ahead before the Cobblers immediately hit back through Sam Sherring and Louis Appere.They have now closed the gap on second-placed Stevenage to just two points.Nei...Full Story »

It seems as though Brighton's Alexis Mac Allister got a little excited after winning the World Cup with Argentina. The 23-year-old was in fine form throughout his first World Cup tournament and laid on a glorious assist for Angel di Maria to double Argentina's lead in the final against France. He was substituted in extra time but watched on as Argentina prevailed 4-2 on penalties after a bre...Full Story »

Barcelona are close to reaching a pre-agreement with Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante, according to a report, with the Frenchman soon out of contract. WHAT HAPPENED? Kante is nearing a pre-contract agreement with Barcelona, according to SPORT. The French midfielder's current deal is set to expire this summer, and Chelsea reportedly have little intention of meeting his demand of a three-year ex...Full Story »

Barcelona coach Xavi is weighing up how to cover the three-match suspension of Robert Lewandowski. Normality is returning to Barcelona. The players are returning, with Ansu Fati and Eric Garcia coming back to training early. Most of the others will be back from Monday. Those who reached the quarter-finals can have longer off - Memphis Depay, Frenkie De Jong and Raphinha will be back on Thurs...Full Story »

Barca closing in on Kante signing Barcelona are close to reaching a pre-agreement with Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante, according to Sport. The Frenchman is out of contract at the end of the season and the Catalan side are eager to bring him to Camp Nou. Inter make contact with Roma defender Smalling Inter have made contact with Chris Smalling's agents over a possible move to San Siro, Cal...Full Story »

Sheffield United cemented their second-place spot in the Championship with a hard-fought but ultimately deserved 2-1 victory at struggling Wigan.John Egan put United in front early in the first half and Billy Sharp added a second before Nathan Broadhead got one back for Wigan.In Kolo Toure’s first home game in charge, Wigan engineered a massive chance inside 80 seconds, when the midfi...Full Story »

RIOT cops tear gassed fans in France tonight as clashes erupted across the country after Argentina's sensational World Cup win. Thousands of football fans poured into the streets in Paris, Nice and Lyon after France lost to Argentina 4-2 on penalties in Qatar. French police officers confront a fan on the Champs-Elysees in central Paris Riot cops clashed with fans on the famous Champs-Elysees ...Full Story »

  Borussia Dortmund’s Jude Bellingham is almost certain to seal a huge transfer away from the Bundesliga in the near future. Even though he still has three years left on his deal, the 19-year-old England international is already one of the most in-demand players in Europe. Reportedly wanted by a host of Premier League clubs, as well as Real Madrid, it seems only a matter of t...Full Story »

  Edin Dzeko says he's happy to wait until the summer to discuss a new Inter Milan deal. The veteran striker's current contract expires in June. “Let's put it this way, my will is to do well until June and the rest will follow," he said when asked about his plans. "I won't add anything else." On Milan Skriniar's new contract talks, Dzeko added: “It's obvious that ...Full Story »