Manchester United's pre-season campaign got off to a controversial and frustrating start as they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Wrexham in Helsinki. While much of the focus was on the debut of big-money signing Andrey Santos, the match ended in a chorus of boos directed at the officiating following a late penalty shout...Full Story »

Chelsea have reached an agreement with Aston Villa to sign Morgan Rogers in a deal worth a staggering £117 million. The 23-year-old playmaker has opted for Stamford Bridge over Premier League rivals Arsenal after being enticed by the project under new head coach Xabi Alonso...Full Story »

kylian Mbappe has paid an emotional tribute to Didier Deschamps ahead of his final match in charge of France, admitting the squad "failed" to give their long-serving manager the send-off he deserved after their World Cup elimination, as Les Bleus prepare for one last game together against England...Full Story »

Liverpool are closing in on a deal to sign highly rated Colombian teenager Samuel Martinez from Atletico Nacional. The Premier League giants have moved quickly to secure one of South America's most promising young talents for a bargain fee...Full Story »

Chelsea have been informed that they will need to pay £55 million to prise Maxence Lacroix away from Crystal Palace this summer. The France international defender has emerged as a primary target for the Blues as they look to reshape their backline under the guidance of new manager Xabi Alonso...Full Story »

Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a move for Leicester City defender Ben Nelson as Michael Carrick looks to bolster his backline ahead of the new campaign. The Red Devils have already been active in the market, but the club’s return to the Champions League has necessitated further reinforcements to ensure the squad can compete on multiple fronts...Full Story »

Roma are stepping up their pursuit of elite wing talent as they prepare for a significant overhaul of their offensive ranks ahead of the new campaign. The Giallorossi have intensified their interest in Alejandro Garnacho and remain firmly in the race for Crysencio Summerville as they seek to build a side capable of competing at the highest level...Full Story »

France head coach Didier Deschamps has delivered a blunt assessment ahead of his final game in charge, admitting that neither Les Bleus nor England have any real desire to compete in the World Cup third-place play-off. The showpiece event in Miami serves as a bittersweet farewell for the legendary manager following a painful semi-final exit at the hands of Spain...Full Story »

Preparation for the biggest match in world football has been thrown into disarray after Spain were forced to cancel their final training session before Sunday's World Cup final. Luis de la Fuente’s side, along with their opponents Argentina, were hit by severe weather conditions in the New Jersey area that made outdoor work impossible...Full Story »

Paul Pogba has made a long-awaited return to the pitch for Monaco, featuring in a pre-season friendly as he fights to save his career in the South of France. The World Cup winner has endured a nightmare spell at the Stade Louis II, but his appearance this weekend offers a glimmer of hope that he could yet play a role under new management...Full Story »

Neil Warnock has accused Thomas Tuchel of overstepping the mark in his handling of Kobbie Mainoo at the World Cup, branding the England coach's public criticism of the Manchester United midfielder "totally unfair" ahead of Saturday's third-place play-off against France...Full Story »

The political fallout from Argentina’s dramatic victory over England has reached the highest levels of government. While FIFA weighs up potential sanctions for a controversial banner, the White House has unexpectedly waded into the sovereignty dispute to defend the players' right to free speech. The incident has reignited old tensions between London and Buenos Aires on the world’s b...Full Story »

Croatia legend Davor Suker has launched a scathing attack on England manager Thomas Tuchel following the German's dismissive comments regarding the World Cup third-place play-off. The former Real Madrid striker accused the Three Lions boss of elitism after Tuchel suggested that neither England nor France had any interest in competing for a bronze medal...Full Story »

The Ibrahimovic legacy is set to continue in the Netherlands after Maximilian Ibrahimovic finalised a permanent move away from AC Milan to join AZ. The young winger is returning to familiar territory in the Eredivisie following the conclusion of a developmental loan spell with Ajax's reserve side...Full Story »

The ongoing recruitment drive at Old Trafford could soon yield a spectacular third midfield addition ahead of the demanding new campaign. Having already heavily invested in reshaping the engine room, decision-makers are well aware that a prime target remains entirely desperate to secure a dream move to the Theatre of Dreams this summer...Full Story »

Thomas Tuchel is facing growing scrutiny after England's World Cup semi-final defeat, but former Premier League striker Clinton Morrison believes the German should remain in charge. Morrison insists Pep Guardiola would be the only manager worth replacing Tuchel for, while the FA continues to back its current head coach...Full Story »

Aston Villa have completed the signing of Switzerland midfielder Johan Manzambi from Freiburg in a deal reportedly worth in excess of £50 million. The 20-year-old arrives after a breakthrough 2026 World Cup and is expected to play a key role in Unai Emery's plans following Youri Tielemans' departure...Full Story »

The upcoming international showpiece in America will see a fascinating generational battle unfold as the Albiceleste captain Lionel Messi prepares to encounter La Roja's breakout winger Lamine Yamal. Having closely monitored the teenager's spectacular developmental trajectory at Camp Nou, the veteran playmaker expressed immense admiration while plotting to stop him...Full Story »

Tottenham Hotspur are closing in on the signing of Manchester City winger Savinho in a deal worth £65 million. The Brazilian has been a long-term target for Spurs, who continue to back Roberto De Zerbi heavily in the transfer market after an underwhelming campaign...Full Story »

Former Spain international Joan Capdevila has made a direct plea to US President Donald Trump after being denied entry to the United States ahead of Sunday's World Cup final. The 2010 winner had planned to fly out with his children to support La Roja at MetLife Stadium before his travel authorisation was suddenly rejected by border officials...Full Story »