Leon McKenzie, who became a pro boxer after hanging up his boots, said he believed the fateful meeting with an old enemy who he claimed had spat at him, sparking a tunnel bust-up, was "meant to happen" Leon McKenzie had a spell at Norwich and played in the Premier League with the Canaries (Image: Press Association) A former Premier League striker said he bumped into an old enemy years later on...Full Story »

Tottenham have identified Atletico Madrid's Jan Oblak as the ideal long-term successor to goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, according to reports, but Manchester United could provide competition for his signature. The Spurs captain turns 36 in December and his contract expires in 2024, so the north London club have started making plans. Oblak is the top target and he has already been contacted about a...Full Story »

Chelsea are ready to enter a bidding war with PSG and Real Madrid to try and secure the January signing of Inter Milan defender Milan Skriniar, say reports. The Slovakia international was heavily linked with a move away from San Siro this summer as he entered the final year of his deal. Skriniar eventually stayed put after his main suitors PSG failed to meet Inter's asking price of €70...Full Story »

Chelsea are reportedly tracking RB Leipzig striker Christopher Nkunku ahead of a possible transfer as new owner Todd Boehly continues to show major ambition in the transfer market. According to the Telegraph, the Blues are optimistic about working their way back into the race for Jude Bellingham, while Nkunku is also one of the names on their radar. The France international has been a world ...Full Story »

Bayern Munich have reportedly made initial contact over a potential transfer move for Tottenham striker Harry Kane. The Bavarian giants supposedly don't want to make this too big a story, but have seemingly already started the process of trying to sign Kane after making him their top target up front for next summer, according to Kicker. Bayern have not looked the same since selling Robert Le...Full Story »

Chelsea came from behind to beat West Ham 3-1 in their Women’s Super League match at Kingsmeadow.Irons captain Dagny Brynjarsdottir headed the visitors into a shock lead after only three minutes, before Chelsea responded as Sam Kerr twice hit the woodwork and Fran Kirby scored a deserved equaliser in the 40th minute.Kerr then tapped in a second on the hour, with Millie Bright nodding home ...Full Story »

Mauro Icardi has labelled his wife of eight years Wanda Nara "toxic" and accused her of trying to control his life. Wanda, 35, dropped the bombshell that her rollercoaster of a relationship had ended last week. That was after Icardi, 29, had previously denied they'd broken up on social media. But he's now spoken out too with some shocking posts of his own. The PSG striker, who's currently on l...Full Story »

Lionel Messi is set to leave PSG this summer as he plans to refuse any new contract offers with the Ligue 1 champions. The Argentine superstar moved to the French capital in 2021 - after an emotional departure from boyhood side Barcelona. Messi had initially signed for two seasons with PSG, but after struggling last time out for the French giants, Messi could already be looking to move on nex...Full Story »

Chelsea plan more talks with possible director Chelsea are pushing for Tim Steidten to take over as sporting director, the Guardian reports, with his data-driven approach at Bayer Leverkusen considered a positive to owner Todd Boehly. The Blues have undergone massive changes behind the scenes since Boehly bought the club from Roman Abramovich, but a new leadership structure is starting to take...Full Story »

A banana was thrown at Tottenham striker Richarlison on Tuesday night as he scored against Tunisia in an international friendly. The Brazilian put his nation 2-1 up before celebrating in front of a group of home supporters. Footage showed several items thrown at Richarlison as he celebrated his exquisite goal against Tunisia, his third goal in his last two international appearances. Manchester ...Full Story »

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough insisted his side are still making progress but there was no denying Tuesday’s 3-1 defeat to Greece in Athens was a step backwards.After the joy of Josh Magennis’ stoppage-time winner against Kosovo on Saturday there was the familiar feeling of a Nations League defeat at the Georgios Kamaras Stadium as second-half goals from Giorgos Masouras an...Full Story »

Paul Simpson singled out Jack Stretton for praise after the on-loan forward helped Carlisle to a 2-1 victory at Grimsby.Owen Moxon and Kristian Dennis were on target for the Cumbrians as they picked up their first away win of the season at Blundell Park.In a game which had to be rearranged due to a waterlogged pitch on the initial date last month, Michee Efete pulled one back for Grimsby after h...Full Story »

A STREET ARTIST has slammed Manchester United fans for vandalising a mural of Pep Guardiola. The graffiti artist known as Mr Meana completed the huge mural on the side of a house in Ashton New Road last week, just a stone's throw from the Etihad. A street artist paid homage to Pep Guardiola with a mural not far from the EtihadCredit: PA But United fans defaced the painting and spraypainted 'M...Full Story »

SON HEUNG-MIN showed off his six-pack while modeling for Calvin Klein in his new role with the company. The Tottenham star, 30, is the new face of the fashion company in South Korea. The Tottenham star is thrilled to be working with the fashion brandCredit: Calvin Klein Son is delighted to have landed the gig and praised Calvin Klein after posing in their underwear in his first photoshoot for...Full Story »

Watford have sacked manager Rob Edwards and replaced him with former West Ham and West Brom boss Slaven Bilic. The Sky Bet Championship club announced the latest overhaul of their coaching staff on Monday, less than three months after appointing Edwards. The former Forest Green manager oversaw just 11 games and leaves with the club 10th in the table as they bid to bounce back from relegation...Full Story »

Manchester United star Marcus Rashford is set to be offered a new five-year deal at Old Trafford. Rashford is set to be out of contract at the end of the season. Manchester United do have an option in his contract to extend his deal by an extra 12 months, but according to the Express, they are looking to tie Rashford down to a new five-year contract. The England international has had an exce...Full Story »

Juventus are moving for Chelsea attacker Christian Pulisic. Calciomercato.com says Pulisic has 'begun talks with Italian giants Juventus over a £31 million move away from Chelsea'. The USA winger is believed to have had a bad relationship with Thomas Tuchel before the manager left, and is apparently still keen on a move away despite Graham Potter's appointment. Pulisic has impressed at...Full Story »

AC Milan director Paolo Maldini has, on Sunday, provided a fresh insight into the future of a key member of the club’s frontline. The player in question? Rafael Leao. Wide-man Leao, of course, saw his name take its place centre stage in the media headlines late in the summer transfer window. This came as the Portuguese international was identified as a key target on the part of the powe...Full Story »

Giovinco wants Toronto return Sebastian Giovinco has expressed a desire to return to Toronto FC. The attacker hit back at rumours claiming he is set to retire by writing on Instagram that he is eager to get back to Canada to play in the MLS side. Arsenal not interested in Vlahovic Arsenal are not plotting a move for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, journalist Fabrizio Romano says. The attac...Full Story »

Chelsea have joined Liverpool in the race to sign AC Milan midfielder Ismael Bennacer. Bennacer had been linked with a move to Liverpool in recent weeks, with Jurgen Klopp looking to solve his ageing midfield issue, according to Sports Mediaset (via 90min). The Algerian midfielder has already spent a short amount of time in England with Arsenal, but he failed to make a league appearance for th...Full Story »