Bayern Munich's president confirmed on Wednesday that the club is aware of "initial talks" around a reported move for forward Sadio Mane to join Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr, where he could team up with Cristiano Ronaldo. "FC Bayern is informed about this," club president Herbert Hainer said in Japan during a preseason tour. "But these are initial talks; you have to wait and see." His comm...Full Story »

Al-Hilal closing in on Marco Verratti According to Fabrizio Romano, Al-Hilal of the Saudi Pro League is close to reaching a deal with PSG to sign Italian international Marco Verratti. The 30-year-old has been given a three-year contract, and negotiations have advanced. Renato Sanches nearing AS Roma loan deal According to a report from L'Equipe, PSG midfielder Renato Sanches is close to sig...Full Story »

Juventus are keen to secure Romelu Lukaku on loan from Chelsea with an option to buy, but the Blues want a permanent sale. WHAT HAPPENED? Juventus are set to make an attempt to convince Chelsea to loan Lukaku to them for the upcoming season, offering an option to make the deal permanent at the end of the season. Lukaku, who spent last season on loan at Inter, is keen on a return to Italy and ...Full Story »

French superstar Kylian Mbappe has turned down the opportunity to move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal despite their lucrative offer, it has emerged. In addition to the World Record 300m transfer fee, they were willing to commit a massive 700m euros to his yearly salary, making him the highest-paid player in the history of World football at just 24 years old. They were also willing to let him...Full Story »

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has confirmed his departure from the club ahead of a move to Saudi Pro League club Al Ettifaq. The 33-year-old is set to join former club teammate Steven Gerrard, who took over as Al Ettifaq manager on July 3 after spells at Rangers and Aston Villa. Henderson, who joined Liverpool from Sunderland in 2011, has won seven major trophies during his time at Anfi...Full Story »

Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe said she was “heartbroken” after her team’s World Cup last-16 hopes were ended by a 2-1 loss to Canada in Perth in their second group game.Ireland, who had opened their debut campaign at a major tournament with last week’s 1-0 loss to co-hosts Australia, were on course for an historic victory after McCabe gave them an early lead, s...Full Story »

Republic of Ireland’s hopes of reaching the World Cup last 16 came to an end as Canada came from behind to beat Vera Pauw’s side 2-1 in their second group game in Perth.Ireland, who had opened what is their debut campaign at a major tournament finals with last week’s 1-0 loss to co-hosts Australia, were set for an historic victory after captain Katie McCabe gave them an early l...Full Story »

MARY EARPS: She again delivered in the crunch moments. After she thwarted Melchie Dumornay with a fine stop at the beginning of the second half, the Manchester United goalkeeper brilliantly stuck out a boot to deny Roseline Eloissaint one-on-one late on to secure England the points. 8 (out of 10).LUCY BRONZE: The World Cup veteran helped win the penalty which earned England victory and got forwa...Full Story »

Wrexham secured a memorable 3-1 victory against Manchester United’s youngsters but are sweating on the fitness of star striker Paul Mullin.Ryan Reynolds was unable to make the San Diego friendly but fellow owner Rob McElhenney was in attendance as the League Two new boys triumphed at sold-out Snapdragon Stadium.Elliot Lee, Aaron Hayden and Sam Dalby scored for Wrexham against a United side...Full Story »

The Sky Sports host was in the United States to cover the Red Devils' 2-0 win over their Premier League rivals at the weekend. Melissa has been covering pre-season friendlies in AmericaFans have gushed over her latest snaps including pictures from her recent holiday Melissa was pitchside at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, wowing in a black and white outfit. She conducted interviews with th...Full Story »