It’s sure to be an intriguing summer in the transfer market for Newcastle United. The Magpies still haven’t managed to get the monkey off their back regarding securing some long-awaited silverware, despite the evident riches of their owners, the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). With Financial Fair Play now at the forefront of any transfer dealings, any potential largesse isn’t …
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Monstranamus’ Cheng invests $20m into Manchester 62 FC for concussion research
May 8 – Gibraltar-based Manchester 62 FC has announced an angel investment of $20 million which will allow the club to continue to be at the forefront of research into concussion and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in high-contact sports. The club recently became the first top-flight European football club to have all 10 of its outfield players wear protective headbands …
Read More »La Liga club displeased by Barcelona’s meeting with midfielder’s agent – report
After enduring a challenging season marked by a leaky defence and collective shortcomings, Barcelona have made signing a quality defensive midfielder their utmost priority. Having failed to replace Sergio Busquets adequately last summer, the Catalan giants aim to provide their backline with greater protection next season. And the top two names on the club’s wishlist are Bayern Munich’s Joshua Kimmich …
Read More »Future of Serie A on US TV up in the air after decision delayed
Italy’s Serie A season wraps up on May 26, and it’ll also mark the end of the three-year US media rights deal with CBS Sports and Paramount+. Normally that wouldn’t be an issue because leagues often announce the renewal of rights or a new broadcaster several months before a new season begins. However, sources have told World Soccer Talk that …
Read More »Job swap? Ten Hag for Tuchel? Man Utd and Ratcliffe still can’t find their man
May 8 – Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag has been linked with a move to FC Bayern Munich this summer, despite a poor season with the Red Devils. Current Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that he is parting ways with the club in the summer regardless of the Bavarians’ Champions League finish, meaning that a straight job swap …
Read More »Club release tear-jerking Jurgen Klopp videa
In 11 days time, Jurgen Klopp will manage Liverpool for the final time, as he leads the Reds in their match at Anfield against Wolverhampton Wanderers. There’ll almost certainly not be a dry eye in the house as the German says his goodbyes to the club and its fans. More Stories / Latest News A club …
Read More »Miguel Almiron has been told he can leave
It’s been quite the season for Eddie Howe and his Newcastle United side, and if the Magpies are able to secure European football for the 2024/25 campaign, something positive will at least have come out of what’s been a largely disappointing few months. There’s not too much blame that should be attached to the managerial team, however, as it’s an …
Read More »Juventus is now facing one less competitor for Motta as PSG pull out of the race
Juventus has been handed a boost in their bid to appoint Thiago Motta as their next manager, as the Bianconeri consider sacking Max Allegri at the end of this season. Allegri has struggled to win trophies since returning to the club in the summer of 2021, and there is speculation that he could leave in the summer. Several managers are …
Read More »Toon target ‘rejects’ Tottenham move as Newcastle make ‘very good’ offer – Reports
Newcastle summer transfer target Tosin Adarabioyo has rejected a contract offer from Tottenham amid a battle for the free agent’s signature. Fulham defender Adarabioyo is out of contract at the end of the season and is attract plenty of Premier League interest, but it sounds like he won’t be heading to North London anytime soon. Spurs reporter Paul O’Keefe took …
Read More »Leeds flop on verge of joining champions
For supporters of Leeds United, the name of Rafa Mujica is one that’ll likely conjure up some scratching of heads and general confusion. Back in 2019, the player signed for the Elland Road outfit after impressing at Barcelona’s youth academy, La Masia. Rafa Mujica joins Qatar champions Any potential was unfortunately never realised in Yorkshire as Mujica didn’t end up …
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