NEWCASTLE co-owner Amanda Staveley has claimed the club's Saudi-backed investors had the 'opportunity to look at Chelsea'. Roman Abramovich has put the club up for sale to avoid sanctions that could threaten his fortune after Russia invaded Ukraine. Staveley has revealed Newcastle could have explored the possibility or buying Chelsea Credit: Getty Billionaire Russian oligarch Abramovich has p...Full Story »

Veteran fullback Daniel Alves has already played his way to a new contract at Barcelona. Marca says when Alves returned to Barcelona, he signed a contract until the summer but it contained an option for an additional year. With the Catalan club happy with the right-back's performance, they will trigger that option and this means the Brazilian will be committed to the club until the summer of...Full Story »

When does Messi's PSG contract expire? Lionel Messi stunned the football world when he headed through the exit gates at Barcelona in the summer of 2021, with the all-time great taking on a surprising new challenge by linking up with Paris Saint-Germain as a free agent. The seven-time Ballon d'Or winner is only a matter of months into a stint at Parc des Princes, but questions are already bei...Full Story »

James Clarke will be unavailable for Newport as they prepare to face Bristol Rovers on Saturday.The 32-year-old defender was given his marching orders when he was shown a second yellow card in the 84th minute of their 1-1 draw with league leaders Forest Green.County boss James Rowberry faces a defensive injury crisis, with Priestley Farquharson (knee) ruled out for the season and Josh Pask (hams...Full Story »

Felix Afena-Gyan went out to a nightclub while injured Felix Afena-Gyan and Jose Mourinho Felix Afena-Gyan had become a favourite player of Jose Mourinho, with the 19-year-old regularly featuring for Roma's first team under the Portuguese coach. But, the striker recently went out to a nightclub while injured and has been dropped back down to the B team by the coach. Mourinho had looked after ...Full Story »

Real Madrid eye Porro, Aarons and Dalot (El Nacional)The Blancos are hoping to upgrade at right-back in the summer Real Madrid are lining up options to replace Dani Carvajal at right-back, having decided to sell the 30-year-old this summer. The likes of Achraf Hakimi and Trent Alexander-Arnold have been deemed out of their reach, so they are lining up alternative candidates. Manchester Unit...Full Story »

Chelsea capped another seismic day in the Stamford Bridge club’s history by narrowly avoiding an FA Cup shock, edging past Luton 3-2 at Kenilworth Road.Romelu Lukaku tapped home Timo Werner’s cross late on to thwart the Hatters’ dreams of a first quarter-final since 1994, on the day when Roman Abramovich signalled the impending end of his Blues reign.Werner scored and made both...Full Story »

Diego Costa is on the verge of joining Corinthians after being released by Atletico Mineiro back in January - having guided the club to their first league title since 1971 Former Chelsea striker Diego Costa is closing in on a new club after agreeing a deal with Brazilian side Corinthians. The 33-year-old has been a free agent ever since his contract with Atletico Mineiro was terminated six wee...Full Story »

Guendouzi to join Marseille permanentlyMatteo Guendouzi is to permanently join Marseille at the end of the season, per RMC Sport. The Arsenal loanee is currently on a short-term deal in Ligue 1, where he has flourished this term. Now, it looks set to become his home for good, with a three-year deal in the pipeline. Abramovich to consider Chelsea sale?Owner reportedly receiving bids for club...Full Story »

Newport manager James Rowberry praised the character of his side after they held Sky Bet League Two leaders Forest Green to a 1-1 draw.Finn Azaz struck early for the Exiles but Jack Aitchison’s second-half goal ensured the visitors left Rodney Parade with a point.Newport have now moved into the League Two play-off places, while Forest Green are 10 points clear at the top.“I thought w...Full Story »

Newport moved into the Sky Bet League Two play-off places after holding top of the table Forest Green to a 1-1 draw.Finn Azaz struck early for the Exiles but Jack Aitchison’s second-half goal ensured the visitors left Rodney Parade with a point.The hosts opened the scoring after just two minutes when Robert Street’s cross found Azaz in the box. The striker calmly controlled the ball ...Full Story »

Cameras spotted him leaving the Camp Nou Aubameyang not just shining on the pitch: Take a look at his flashy car. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has stood out with his performances since his arrival at Barcelona in January, but he has managed to shine off the pitch too thanks to his luxurious car. The former Arsenal striker netted one of Barcelona's four goals in their comfortable 4-0 victory over...Full Story »

Gianluigi Buffon will sign a new deal at Parma until 2024. Photo by Luca Amedeo Bizzarri/LiveMedia/NurPhoto via Getty Images Former Italy international Gianluigi Buffon is set to sign a new contract at Parma which will keep him at the club past his 46th birthday, sources told ESPN. Buffon, who started his career with Parma as a 17-year-old in 1995, is Italy's most capped male international foo...Full Story »

Guardiola speaks out on Fernandinho futurePep Guardiola on Fernandinho: “I’m happy with his performances. For him it'd be boring to become a Man City coach, working with us is boring!”. "I wish him the best job of his life, not working with us. A decision will be made at end of the season”. pic.twitter.com/ZiXucS9cdV — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February...Full Story »

Newport will be without midfielder Robbie Willmott for the clash with Sky Bet League Two leaders Forest Green at Rodney Parade.Willmott was forced off in the first half of the victory over Tranmere and now faces an extended lay-off with a calf problem.On-loan Coventry defender Josh Pask and striker Courtney Baker-Richardson are already out until at least April due to hamstring injuries.And defen...Full Story »

Shrewsbury boss Steve Cotterill said his side have no fresh injuries for the visit of League One leaders Rotherham.The Shrews came through their 2-0 win at Burton on Saturday unscathed and Cotterill said the squad is feeling fresh after what was a first victory since January 2.Josh Vela serves the second of a three-match ban a while fellow midfielder David Davis is unlikely to play again this se...Full Story »

MANCHESTER CITY star Phil Foden has got fans talking with a new neck tattoo. The 21-year-old first showed it off on Twitter earlier this month and it got a bit of limelight on Saturday after Foden scored the winner in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Everton. The tattoo reads: "Sky is the limit" The tattoo, located behind Foden's left ear, reads: "Sky is the limit." It is all in capital le...Full Story »

Roma in pole position to sign Herrera Hector Herrera has impressed in midfield for Atletico Madrid recently, but he looks set to leave the club at the end of the season. Herrera's contract expires this summer and he confirmed last week that there have not been any talks over a new deal. While Atletico could come in with an offer, Mundo Deportivo reports that Roma are currently the favourite...Full Story »

JACK WILSHERE will have to splash out on EIGHT Aarhus kits for his kids — because his new club's first kit is a bit too Spursy. The Arsenal legend, 30, came off the bench to make his eagerly-awaited debut for Danish Superliga side on Friday, sporting a Tottenham-esque white and navy Hummel kit reminiscent of the Gazza era. Ex-Gunner Jack Wilshere has been Spurred on to buy Aarhus AWAY to...Full Story »

Man Utd line up double transfer swoop Manchester United are lining up bids for two hot talents over the summer, according to the Mirror. PSV's Cody Gakpo and Sporting Lisbon youngster Joao Palhinha have both attracted the Red Devils' interest, with each player being closely followed by the club's scouting staff. Man City seek to beat Chelsea to Jimoh signature Manchester City are looking t...Full Story »