Barcelona’s inability to replace Sergio Busquets created a void that has still not been filled. The Catalans struggled in the defensive midfield department through last season, and all signs pointed to it being the priority this summer. The unfolding of the Euro, however, appears to have tweaked the management’s priority with the club now pushing for signings in the final …

Barcelona’s priorities during a summer transfer window are seldom as clear as they are this year. Joan Laporta and Co. have their mind fixed on signing Nico Williams this summer. With the youngster having a release clause under €60 million, the move is within reach and stands out as the board’s top priority. However, the management’s decision to sign Williams …

Erik ten Hag has admitted Ralf Rangnick was ‘absolutely right’ about Manchester United needing ‘open-heart surgery’ in order to get back on track.  Ten Hag took the reins at Old Trafford in the summer of 2022 following a seven-month interim spell under Rangnick. The German coach — who is now at the helm of the Austrian national team — won …

Carlo Ancelotti is taking on the challenge of integrating Kylian Mbappe into Real Madrid’s already star-studded squad for the upcoming season. Mbappe, who arrived on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain at the start of June, was formally presented as a Real Madrid player; much to the delight of 80,000 fans at the Santiago Bernabeu. Despite his high-profile arrival, Mbappe …

Barcelona have identified Dani Olmo as a key transfer target this summer. The Catalan giants have already submitted a contract proposal to the Euro 2024-winning attacker. He is also reportedly eager to return to the club he left in 2015. Olmo’s current contract with Leipzig had included a $65 million release clause, which expired this Saturday. Despite this, it is …

The vacancy for the England manager’s job is attracting significant interest from high-profile names following Gareth Southgate’s resignation after the Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain. This marked the second consecutive heartbreak for Southgate, who previously lost to Italy in the Euro 2020 final. Despite leading England to the finals, Southgate faced criticism for his tactics and inability to maximise …

My take on the Eddie Howe for England situation is somewhat different from others and may even be deemed a little controversial and negative. But please hear me out as I tell you why, if approached and allowed to speak to England, he might say yes. It’s been no secret that this has so far been a summer of somewhat …

Como have reportedly joined Everton and others in the race to sign Juventus outcast Arthur Melo. The Brazilian is destined to leave Turin for the third summer in a row after two loan spells at Liverpool and Fiorentina. The 27-year-old endured an abysmal stint at Anfield Road but managed to revive his career in Florence. Nevertheless, his encouraging displays at …

Former Leeds United midfielder David Norris has urged the club to ‘cash in’ on Wilfried Gnonto this summer as Premier League interest mounts. The 20-year-old enjoyed a positive 2023/24 campaign, registering nine goals and three assists in 44 appearances across all competitions to help the Whites finish third in the Championship. However, Leeds were unable to secure promotion back to …

Aston Villa are preparing to sell left-back Lucas Digne this summer, according to reports. The 46-time France international joined Villa from Everton in January 2022 and has notched four goals and 10 assists in 93 appearances for the club across all competitions — Digne also started 27 of Aston Villa’s 38 Premier League games last season, scoring once and setting …