Following an exceptional loan spell at RB Leipzig, Xavi Simons has become one of the hottest prospects in the transfer market. A series of top clubs across Europe are interested in signing Simons in the coming summer. Barcelona, in particular, make an interesting case as Simons was formerly a member of the La Masia youth academy. Even during Xavi’s reign …
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Raptors’ Scottie Barnes is signing a five-year maximum rookie extension
Last season, the Toronto Raptors were sellers near the trade deadline. First, they traded with the New York Knicks and shipped off SF O.G. Anunoby. Not too far after that, the Raptors traded Pascal Siakam to the Indiana Pacers. Anunoby and Siakam were two of Tornto’s top players to start the 2023-34 season. Heading into 2024-25, the Raptors’ best player …
Read More »Hansi Flick could make 2-3 signings for Barcelona this summer – exclusive
In a week’s time, the summer transfer window of 2024 will be open and Barcelona will be in for a busy period during which quite a few departures and some incomings are expected. Even though they have identified a multitude of targets, Barcelona are yet to make any moves as they await a return to the 1:1 rule while also …
Read More »Calafiori move in jeopardy as Juventus & Bologna relations hit all-time low
Juventus will reportedly struggle to land Riccardo Calafiori this summer as their relationship with Bologna has recently deteriorated. The Bianconeri have identified the Italy international as their primary target to enhance the backline. The 22-year-old rose to prominence this season, transforming himself from a left-back into one of the most promising centre-backs in Serie A. But according to Il Resto …
Read More »Barcelona take 18-year-old La Masia gem’s departure for granted amid Chelsea links
Barcelona have a wealth of young talents coming through the ranks at La Masia and quite a few of them got an opportunity to make an impression under Xavi Hernandez this past season. Marc Guiu was one such player who was given a chance by Xavi and the young La Masia striker made quite the impression, scoring goals on his …
Read More »PSG in talks over signing Kingsley Coman
Paris Saint-Germain are interested in signing Kingsley Coman from Bayern Munich, according to Florian Plettenberg of Sky Germany. What’s more, that talks between PSG and Coman’s representatives have already started. Coman is a product of the PSG academy. Having risen through their youth ranks, he became a member of their first-team squad in 2013, but only a year later, he …
Read More »Lineker and Shearer defend England criticism after Kane comments
Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer have defended their criticism of Harry Kane and England’s performance in their 1-1 draw with Denmark. Kane said the ex-England captains and now pundtry duo should “remember what it’s like to wear the shirt” and pointed out their failures to lift a trophy with the Three Lions during their playing days. Both were particarly critical …
Read More »Aston Villa still working on terminating the contract of Philippe Coutinho
Aston Villa continue to work on terminating the contract of unwanted star Philippe Coutinho as the player seeks a move back to Brazil during the summer transfer window. The midfielder’s career has been all downhill since leaving Liverpool in 2018 and many thought his move to Villa in January 2022 would help revive it after some tough years with Barcelona. …
Read More »Thiago Motta told Weston McKennie to find a new club
New Juventus coach Thiago Motta has reportedly told Weston McKennie that he isn’t a part of his plans for next season. The American has been on the club’s books since making the move from Schalke in 2020. Following a brief loan spell at Leeds United, the Texan returned to Turin last summer and enjoyed what was his best campaign at …
Read More »FOX adds Women’s Euro 2025, prioritizes international focus
FOX made another splash in the American soccer media landscape by locking up the rights to the UEFA Women’s Euro in 2025. The top international women’s soccer competition in Europe previously aired on ESPN. However, in 2025, it joins an impressive array of international soccer competitions airing in the United States on FOX. With the addition of the 2025 Women’s …
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