Club News June 8, 2024 – 10:00 pm Thiago Motta is already an important part of Juventus’ plans, even though he has not been officially announced as the club’s manager. That formality will occur next week, but the club is already considering his opinions as they look to improve …

Louis van Gaal has backed Erik ten Hag to remain at Manchester United with the Dutch manager coming under pressure after a disappointing season. The Red Devils finished in eighth place in the Premier League table, their lowest finish in the history of the competition and 15 points worse off compared to last season. Although Manchester United bested their city …

Julian Nagelsmann has shut down the debate regarding Germany’s goalkeeper position at Euro 2024.  Die Mannschaft enter this summer’s championships under immense pressure as hosts, especially after failing to make it past the round of 16 in each of their last three major tournaments — a run that includes two consecutive World Cup group stage exits. It’s been a tough …

Leeds United could lose midfielder Ilia Gruev to Borussia Dortmund this summer, according to reports.  Gruev has become a popular figure among the Elland Road faithful since joining from Werder Bremen last summer. The Bulgaria international made 35 appearances across all competitions in 2023/24 as Leeds United finished third in the Championship with 90 points, ultimately failing to seal promotion …

Newcastle United are in the hunt to sign English youngster Samuel Iling-Junior from Juventus, according to reports.  Still only 20 years old, Iling-Junior spent nine years in the Chelsea youth system between 2011 and 2020 before leaving to join Italian giants Juventus. The left-footer — who can play as a forward and a wing-back — broke into the Old Lady’s …

Luciano Spalletti’s decision to include Nicolo Fagioli in his squad for Euro 2024 continues to be a major topic of discussion in Italy. Despite being banned for seven months and playing only two matches for Juventus in 2024, Fagioli has earned a spot in Italy’s squad for their title defence in Germany. Despite the ban, Fagioli received full support from …

Paul Merson believes that Eberechi Eze will be the breakout star at this summer’s European Championships for England. With every top European league now officially over, all eyes turn to the summer’s European Championships which are due to kick-off next week. Despite never winning the tournament, England is one of the favourites to lift the trophy in July as they …

Xavi Hernandez appeared in Spanish colours this Saturday to play against AFE veterans, in a charity match supported by RFEF. Xavi was part of the legendary 1999 Spanish U-20 team which won the U20 FIFA World Cup, which, to this date, remains Spain’s only international triumph in this category. The same team appeared against AFE veterans in a charitable match …

Crystal Palace may finally land a long-term target on a free transfer after Leicester City confirmed Kelechi Iheanacho will leave the club this summer. The Foxes announced on Friday that the Nigeria international will depart following the conclusion of his contract, exiting alongside Premier League winner Marc Albrighton and Belgian midfielder Dennis Praet. Iheanacho spent seven years with Leicester after …

Football fans have much to look forward to this summer, as we near the start of the European Championship in Germany. One of the teams that will be in focus is the Netherlands, looking to pose a serious challenge this time after bowing out of the Euro 2020 from the Round of 16. The only Barcelona player part of the …