Barca will try to convince Xavi to stay, says vice-president Barcelona vice-president Rafa Yuste will attempt to convince head coach Xavi to change his mind about leaving the club at the end of the season as the club is planning long-term with the Spaniard. "I'm going to try to convince Xavi but it's a personal decision for him," he said. 'Terrible decision' - Cole slams Alonso for snubbing L...Full Story »

Zidane ruled out of Bayern job following Alonso snub Former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane is reportedly not in the running to replace outgoing Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel. Revealed: Barcelona ace who could join Atletico in Felix swap deal Barcelona are reportedly planning to make a swap deal with Atletico Madrid to retain Joao Felix permanently. But their financial struggles for...Full Story »

Revealed: Barca's head coach shortlist - including Xavi! Barcelona have drawn up a shortlist of three managers to potentially replace Xavi, although they have not given up on the ex-midfielder staying put. Chelsea to finally offload Lukaku amid Saudi interest Chelsea might finally offload Romelu Lukaku as Saudi Arabian clubs have reportedly shown interest in him after his Roma loan spell. ...Full Story »

Smith becomes NWSL's best-paid player with new contract USWNT superstar Sophia Smith has penned a new contract with Portland Thorns which makes her the highest-paid player in the NWSL. England & Man City legend Houghton reveals retirement plans Manchester City and England defender Steph Houghton has confirmed that she will retire at the end of the current season. Man City sweat on Walk...Full Story »

Jurgen Klopp will leave Liverpool at the end of the season and Xabi Alonso is among the favourites to replace him, with one pundit claiming the Spaniard has made his decision Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso is a man in demand (Image: Getty Images) Richard Keys reckons Xabi Alonso has agreed to take over from Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool come the end of the season. In January, Klopp, 56, reveal...Full Story »

The truth behind Arsenal transfer links with Sporting duoViktor Gyokeres is a player Arsenal for monitoring, for sure he’s a player who is on their list. Arsenal have still not decided who will be their main target for the summer, they will first hold internal talks to make that decision, but I’m told that their scouts have been in attendance multiple times to follow Gyokeres. The S...Full Story »

Oli Coker scored twice as Southend kept alive their outside hopes of making the Vanarama National League play-offs with an impressive 3-0 win at Solihull Moors.Coker opened the scoring midway through the first half, converting with ease after good work down the wing from Wes Fonguck.Joe Sbarra came close to an equaliser but saw his low effort tipped behind by goalkeeper Colin Andeng Ndi.Coker do...Full Story »

Liverpool are yet to open negotiations with Trent Alexander-Arnold over a new contract, Fabrizio Romano has confirmed in today's episode of CaughtOffside's The Debrief Podcast. The transfer journalist reported the news that Real Madrid are monitoring the right-back's situation at Anfield last week as they have a concrete interest in the England star. The full-back's current deal expires in 2...Full Story »

Former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso is one of the most in-demand managers in the world right now – but he looks set to remain in Germany. The Bayer Leverkusen boss is riding high in the Bundesliga and looks set to win Die Werkself's first-ever domestic at the expense of serial champions – and another of Alonso's former clubs – Bayern Munich, who are losing Thomas Tuchel ...Full Story »

Barcelona decide to sell Ansu Fati Barcelona have made the decision to sell Ansu Fati in the summer transfer window, according to Diario Sport. Fati has been sent out on loan this season to Brighton but has failed to make much of an impact, and the club are willing to sell as they look to bring in much-needed income. Man Utd to stick with Ten Hag Erik ten Hag looks set to remain in charge ...Full Story »

Arsenal could steal Man City's Joao Cancelo from Barcelona If Barcelona cannot afford to sign Manchester City's Joao Cancelo on a long-term contract, Arsenal is allegedly prepared to make a summer raid for the full-back. Cancelo has a contract with Man City through June 2027, but after losing favour with Pep Guardiola, it appears that he will not be playing at the Etihad Stadium in the future...Full Story »

Arsenal, Man Utd and Liverpool in a three-way race to sign Wolves star Premier League giants Manchester United are reportedly keen on signing Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes in the summer transfer window, according to FootballTransfers. The Red Devils are reportedly ready to pay a fee in the region of £40m but will face competition from teams like Liverpool and Arsenal. Inter Miami eyeing...Full Story »

Xabi Alonso will reportedly join Bayern Munich if he decides to leave Bayer Leverkusen and could snub Liverpool's offer to replace Jurgen Klopp. Bayern & Liverpool vying for Alonso Spaniard reportedly leaning towards joining the Bavarians Bayern also feel confident about convincing Alonso to take charge WHAT HAPPENED?Alonso finds himself at a crossroads as he contemplates his next ma...Full Story »

Joshua Kimmich says he is "relaxed" about his Bayern Munich future despite the sought-after midfielder nearing the last year of his contract. Kimmich faces uncertain Bayern future Liverpool and Arsenal linked with German Midfielder 'relaxed' about his contract WHAT HAPPENED?The German international will be a free agent in the summer of 2025 and as his contract ticks down, links with Arse...Full Story »

Alonso could snub Liverpool reunion to join Bayern this summer Xabi Alonso will reportedly join Bayern Munich if he decides to leave Bayer Leverkusen and could snub Liverpool's offer to replace Jurgen Klopp. Sky Germany's Florian Plettenberg said: "As confirmed in the last hours and days, Bayern Munich are confident to sign him. They are pushing for him." Kimmich responds to transfer links a...Full Story »

Liverpool are set to bring in another figure from Bournemouth to the club in the coming weeks. Per The Mirror, chief scout Mark Burchill will be joining up with the Anfield club from the Cherries. Burchill is set to join Richard Hughes, who has taken over as the new sporting director. These hires are being done with the blessing of the club's new CEO of Football, Michael Edwards. The Reds ...Full Story »

Chelsea monitoring Martinez as backup to Osimhen Chelsea are intensifying its search for a new centre-forward, with Lautaro Martinez emerging as a prime target, according to HITC. Chelsea's primary choice for the striker role is Napoli's Victor Osimhen and his price is believed to have dropped to around £95 million from £150 million since last summer. However, if Chelsea fails to ...Full Story »

Arsenal duo set for transfer exits I wanted to clarify something on players who could leave Arsenal this summer. As I reported yesterday, Cedric Soares is not going to extend his contract at Arsenal – it's over between the player and the club, and there is not even a conversation to extend his contract. It's 100% going to be time for them to part ways at the end of this season. Soares ...Full Story »

ANTONY went for a stroll with pregnant girlfriend Rosilene Silva as he enjoyed some time off after Manchester United's FA Cup win over Liverpool. The Brazilian, 24, came off the bench as the Red Devils beat Jurgen Klopp's side 4-3 after extra time at Old Trafford. Antony scored just his second goal of the season to equalise in the 87th minute. Having not been named in the Brazil squad that ...Full Story »

Liverpool are set to sign Richard Hughes as their new sporting director to usher in a new era at Anfield as part of Michael Edwards' shake up. Liverpool undergoing a revamp of sporting structure Hughes comes in to aid Edwards Will leave Bournemouth to move to Merseyside WHAT HAPPENED?According to talkSPORT, the Reds could make an official announcement regarding Hughes on Wednesday. Thi...Full Story »