Tottenham forward Richarlison and defender Destiny Udogie remain out through injuries but are “working hard” to return to first-team contention, manager Ange Postecoglou has said. Brazil international Richarlison and Italy’s Udogie missed their countries’ campaigns at the 2024 Copa America and Euro 2024, although they are part of Spurs’ pre-season tour of Japan and Korea. A calf issue kept Richarlison …

Vitor Roque finds himself in a difficult position seven months after making the move to FC Barcelona. The 19-year-old striker was signed by the Catalans last summer itself in a deal worth €30 million plus €31 million in add-ons and arrived at the club in January from Athletico Paranaense amid much fanfare. However, it soon became clear that the Brazilian …

Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Barcelona want to sign a right-back after securing Nico Williams’ services from Athletic Bilbao. The Blaugrana could turn to former loanee Joao Cancelo, who is likely to leave Manchester City in the summer transfer window. Nico Williams Is Barcelona’s Priority For The Summer After a trophyless 2023-24 season, during which they lost …

Trust FIFA to come out with yet more nonsense in order to try and deflect the ire coming their way over decisions that mean clubs and players have to travel to and play in yet more tournaments. The games’ governing body are already making the Club World Cup a ridiculous mini-tournament from 2025, and this will fall slap bang in …

Right-winger aside, it seems obvious that Newcastle’s other priority position to strengthen this summer is at centre-back, with a new right-sided option wanted by Eddie Howe. Both Dan Burn and Lloyd Kelly are available to cover the injured Sven Botman down our left side , yet an injury to Fabian Schar would have us begin the new campaign in trouble …

The big takeaway from Hansi Flick’s initial days at Barcelona is that the new manager trusts the academy and young talents. During his first win as a Barcelona manager against UE Olot last night, the German tactician deployed several La Masia stars including Toni Fernandez, Guille Fernandez and Noah Darvich among others. Needless to say, it is clear why the …

West Ham United are getting closer to completing the signing of Bayern Munich player Noussair Mazraoui. The Hammers currently have the option of playing Valdimir Coufal at right-back, who at the age of 32, is not getting any younger. With West Ham looking to revamp their squad under new manager Julen Loeptegui, they have identified the Bayern star as their …

Thiago Motta has spoken about Federico Chiesa’s future, as the attacker is expected to leave Juventus this summer. Chiesa has been an important player for the Bianconeri in the last few seasons, but injuries and a lack of form have meant he has not met expectations. The former Fiorentina man’s contract has just one season left, and he has not …

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed the club will look to bring in a few fresh faces by the end of the summer transfer window. He, however, suggested there might not be any blockbuster signings, claiming he was “already really happy” with the players at his disposal. Liverpool Have Had A Slow Summer So Far Premier League aspirants Liverpool are …

Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has sent a warning to Declan Rice and Jorginho, saying he is looking forward to competing with them for a place in Mikel Arteta’s first XI. He also suggested that added competition in midfield would help the Gunners in the hotly-contested race for the Premier League title. Thomas Partey Has Missed A Lot Of Games Because …