Agustina Gandolfo loves posing in bikinis for the camera (Image: Instagram/@agus.gandolfo) The WAG of Chelsea target Lautaro Martinez has shown off her figure with a cheeky poolside snap. Agustina Gandolfo, who is dating the Inter Milan striker, was enjoying herself at the five-star Bulgari Hotel in the Italian city when she posed for the camera in her bikini. She shared the image to her 970k...Full Story »

There has been no official agreement between Chelsea and Barca, but Nou Camp boss Xavi is not backing down. Xavi has his heart set on signing Azpilicueta Credit: Getty It is thought that Thomas Tuchel would like to keep Azpilicueta at Stamford Bridge. But according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Xavi remains dead set on landing his compatriot. A report by Spanish news outlet AS stated: 'Xavi...Full Story »

Superstar Ron and his agent, Jorge Mendes, held showdown talks with the Old Trafford hierarchy this week in a bid to resolve his future. Cristiano Ronaldo claims he has a live offer and wants Man Utd to give him a price tag Credit: AP Ronnie made his demands in showdown talks at Carrington... but Utd do not want to sell Credit: PA Mendes told United chiefs he had a live offer but the club mus...Full Story »

Barcelona are set to beat Chelsea to the signing of Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde as the defender will seal his move to the Camp Nou once completing a medical and officially signing a contract. The Blaugrana had already beaten the Blues to Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski, re-signed Ousmane Dembele amid interest from Stamford Bridge and signed Andreas Christensen from Thomas Tuchel on a free...Full Story »

Atalanta closing in on LookmanAtalanta are closing in on a deal for RB Leipzig winger Ademola Lookman - according to Gianluca Di Marzio. The Italian outfit will pay €15 million (£13m/$15m) for the 24-year-old, who played on loan at Leicester City last season. Negotiations with Leipzig are now at an advanced stage, with Atalanta hoping to finalise a deal in the coming days. Alti...Full Story »

Graham Alexander believes Motherwell’s Europa Conference League exit at the hands of Irish side Sligo Rovers on a 3-0 aggregate could be a reality check.The Steelmen trailed 1-0 from the first leg of the second-qualifying round at Fir Park and soon found themselves behind in The Showgrounds when Sligo defender Shane Blaney curled in a long-distance free-kick in the fourth minute.Well&rsquo...Full Story »

Motherwell’s Europa Conference League aspirations ended in embarrassment as another defeat by Sligo Rovers saw them exit the second qualifying round 3-0 on aggregate.Graham Alexander’s men trailed 1-0 from the first leg at Fir Park and the return match at The Showgrounds had just entered its fourth minute when defender Shane Blaney curled in a delightful free-kick from 25 yards to do...Full Story »

Neil Wood takes charge of his first competitive Salford game as last season’s beaten play-off finalists Mansfield visit the Peninsula Stadium for their Sky Bet League Two opener.Striker Callum Hendry is among the new faces who could make their debut for the Ammies.The former St Johnstone forward warmed up for the season by netting a late winner in a friendly at Barrow last weekend.Elliot S...Full Story »

Huddersfield will check on Matty Pearson as they kick off the Championship campaign against Burnley.Pearson has a knock picked up in pre-season and will be assessed by boss Danny Schofield, who is taking charge of the Terriers for the first time.It has been a summer of change at the West Yorkshire club following their play-off final defeat to Nottingham Forest, with the likes of Will Boyle, Davi...Full Story »

Cheltenham could hand starts to a host of summer signings in their Sky Bet League One opener at home to Peterborough.Luke Southwood, on loan from Reading, is likely to feature in goal, while Southampton forward Dan Nlundulu, back with the Robins for a second loan spell, is set to play up front.West Brom loanee Caleb Taylor and Tom Bradbury are in contention for defensive starts while in midfield...Full Story »

Bradley Dack is unlikely to start for Blackburn in their Sky Bet Championship opener at home to QPR on Saturday.New Rovers boss Jon Dahl Tomasson has indicated Dack, who missed much of last season with an ACL injury, is not yet fit enough to start, having played only once in pre-season, scoring in Rovers’ 1-0 friendly win over Lincoln last weekend.Callum Brittain, Blackburn’s only se...Full Story »

Negotiations for Barcelona to sign Cesar Azpilicueta are progressing well, according to COPE. According to previous reports, Azpilicueta may become Barcelona's next signing this summer after Jules Kounde. The 32-year-old Spanish defender's contract with Chelsea is set to expire in 2023, and COPE says talks to sign Cesar Azpilicueta are progressing well.Full Story »

Tuchel, 48, whisked away business boss and mother Natalie Max, 35, to relaxing Sardinia. Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has found love again with a glamorous Brazilian — days after his divorce was granted Credit: BackGrid Tuchel, 48, whisked away business boss and mother Natalie Max, 35, to relaxing Sardinia Credit: BackGrid A holidaymaker said: 'They held hands at every opportunity and loo...Full Story »

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti admits he wants more from Karim Benzema. Benzema struck in the 2-2 draw with Club America yesterday. Anelotti said: "He has a good basic form compared to the fact that he has not trained that much. "He is fine, but there is a need for him to work on his form. "We work hard and the players suffer a little. We are going to reduce the workload after the Juven...Full Story »

Barcelona have confirmed to Cesar Azpilicueta their intention to negotiate with Chelsea in order to sign the Blues captain. The Catalan side have been linked with a move for the Spaniard all summer but no full agreement as been agreed between the two clubs yet, reports Fabrizio Romano. Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel would love to keep his captain but Barcelona will be looking to disrupt the Germa...Full Story »

Barcelona have reached an agreement to sign defender Jules Kounde from Sevilla for a base fee of €50 million ($50m/£42m) plus add-ons, GOAL can confirm. He is expected to sign a four-year contract that will run until 2026. Kounde had been pursued by Chelsea since at least last summer, but he preferred a move to Camp Nou. Xavi specifically requested Barcelona approach Kounde to rei...Full Story »

Chelsea are planning a bid for Tottenham striker Harry Kane. BILD's football chief Christian Falk is reporting Chelsea would love to bring their rivals' talisman to Stamford Bridge. Although they recognise that Spurs would rather sell to Bayern Munich, if Kane was to make to it clear that he won't pen a new deal. The striker is happy again at Spurs, however, and is enjoying working under An...Full Story »

Timbers near deal for Colombian youth international The Portland Timbers are set to sign Colombian youth international Juan David Mosquera, according to MLSSoccer.com. The 19-year-old right back has made 59 appearances for Medellin, but will now head to MLS for a $1.9 million fee. Villarreal attempted to highjack the deal late, but Mosquera will be headed to Portland to continue his career. ...Full Story »

A host of top European clubs are eyeing up a future transfer move for Palmeiras and Brazil wonderkid Endrick, according to Fabrizio Romano. Writing in his latest exclusive column for CaughtOffside, Romano provided some insight into the scale of the interest in Endrick, who is regarded as one of the biggest prospects in the world for his age group. The Brazilian only recently turned 16, but has...Full Story »

An 11-year-old boy ended up playing football with Lionel Messi while on holiday in what could be the ultimate flex. Mackenzie O'Neill, from London, was playing football on the beach by himself in the stunning Caribbean island Jumby Bay in Antigua. He holidays at that very same beach every year but in this instance he had a unforgettable experience. Messi, Barcelona and Argentina's record go...Full Story »