Transfer news journalist Ben Jacobs has explained that there might not too much to read into rumours involving Liverpool duo Luis Diaz and Thiago Alcantara being targets for Barcelona this summer. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column, Jacobs explained that Liverpool have no intention of selling Diaz, while it’s also looking unlikely that Barca can afford …

Only one team will be given the honour of lifting the Europa Conference League trophy when Olympiacos and Fiorentina meet in the final on Wednesday. The players on the pitch will need to be at their best if they are to finish the season on a high and make history as the second-ever champions of the competition. There is little …

On Sunday night, Xavi Hernandez oversaw his final match as Barcelona manager, leading them to a 2-1 win over Sevilla at Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan. The 44-year-old had learnt of his sacking only a couple of days before the match after Joan Laporta & co. decided to move on from the club legend owing to some of the statements he made …

Real Madrid icon Toni Kroos has stated that he would never have agreed to join a Saudi Arabian club, declaring that he cannot envision himself playing there, let alone living. Real Madrid Legend Toni Kroos Claims Saudi Arabia Was Never On The Cards Kroos has always been against the trend of moving to Saudi Arabia, with him repeatedly questioning their …

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland was caught up in an odd hacking incident when Fluminense, a Brazilian team, “announced” his transfer on their website. Haaland, who has 38 goals in 45 games this season, joined Fluminense “after intense negotiations and a great effort from our board,” according to a report that was posted on the team’s website on Monday. The …

The arrival of Hansi Flick should usher in a new era at Barcelona – a more pragmatic and direct Catalan side who will be hoping to restore the club’s lost glory, albeit in a different form. However, in order to expedite the process, Flick would require proper support, especially from a board level. Sporting director Deco is mostly in charge …

Manchester United and Arsenal are set to battle it out for one of the brightest young talents in European football. The two Premier League giants are eyeing a move for French wunderkind Desire Doue, who has been making waves with his performances for Rennes. Desire Doue: A Rising Star in Ligue 1 Desire Doue, an 18-year-old midfielder, has emerged as …

Barcelona are on the verge of announcing Hansi Flick as their new manager. The Catalans are parting ways with Xavi Hernandez, who oversaw his last game in charge on Sunday. Once the terms of his exit agreement are settled Barça will move forward with the announcement of Flick’s appointment. Flick already in Barcelona With the announcement and contract signing expected …

Aston Villa are set to return to the UEFA Champions League after over 40 years, after finishing fourth in the Premier League table this season. With a return to Europe’s top competition on the horizon, the Villans, who tied down manager Unai Emery to a new contract, are exploring making some headline signings. It had given way to links with …

Two former Chelsea managers are keen on the prospect of taking the Manchester United job in case the Red Devils end up deciding to part ways with Erik ten Hag, according to Ben Jacobs. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column, Jacobs explained the latest on the Ten Hag situation, with a decision expected this week as …