Albert Sambi Lokonga is close to leaving Arsenal as part of another loan deal as the midfielder has agreed personal terms with Sevilla. The Belgian star spent last season on loan with Luton Town where he impressed across the 19 games he played for the Hatters. The spell at Kenilworth Road was more beneficial than the time he spent with …
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Barcelona prodigy reflects on what went wrong last season – ‘That’s what we lacked’
Lamine Yamal has become the most talked-about prospect in Europe right now, especially following his blazing performances in Euro 2024. Yamal was most notably the star for Spain, as he scored a brilliant goal that helped La Roja beat France to secure a place in the final of the European Championship. Throughout the tournament, Yamal has shown an exceptional skillset, …
Read More »France to stick with Deschamps despite Euro 2024 struggles
The French Football Federation has no intention of sacking Didier Deschamps despite Les Bleus’ disappointing Euro 2024 campaign. France went out at the semi-final stage last night after losing 2-1 to Spain – a run that on the face it looks respectable but Deschamps’ side were uninspiring throughout. The squad managed just one goal from open play – Randal Kolo …
Read More »Liverpool eye Eberechi Eze as potential replacement for Luis Diaz
Liverpool are interested in signing Eberechi Eze from Premier League rivals Crystal Palace in the summer transfer window, according to Football Transfers. The report has claimed that Liverpool have identified Eze as a potential replacement for Luis Diaz. Football Transfers has reported that Liverpool have expressed a concrete interest in Eze, who can operate as an attacking midfielder or as …
Read More »Barcelona midfielder’s ankle still a cause for concern for the club
Several Barcelona players underwent medical examinations ahead of the season, on the first day of the pre-season under new manager Hansi Flick. Frenkie de Jong, who is closing in on a long-awaited return from an ankle injury, also underwent medical tests today. Barcelona shared a video clip of the midfielder on X with the message ‘Check OK!’, confirming his successful …
Read More »Juventus to take on Spanish giants in race to sign La Liga youngster
Juventus has been interested in young talents in recent seasons, and this focus is expected to continue in the next campaign. The Bianconeri have a new manager, Thiago Motta, but he is expected to maintain the approach of trusting youngsters to perform well in the first team. The men in black and white have now discovered a gem in Spain. …
Read More »Recast raises $5m to develop digital content monetisation platform
July 10 – Recast, the micro payment monetisation platform for streamed media, has closed a $5 million funding round with US-based venture capital firm Morpheus Ventures taking the lead, with additional investments from former Manchester United CEO Ed Woodward’s Airstream Ventures, and Cooley. At the end of 2023 Recast, running out of cash, called in the administrators and a hunt …
Read More »North Macedonia’s Vardar Skopje secures €1m of funding from gaming firm Novomatic
July 10 – North Macedonia’s most successful club Vardar Skopje, has signed a sponsorship deal with Austrian gaming company Novomatic. The one-year contract will see the club receive € 1 million. There is an option to extend the deal for future season.In recent years, Vardar Skopje have had experienced financial difficulties and have been supported mainly by fans and donations. …
Read More »‘I realised that…’ – Former Barcelona defender opens up on circumstances leading to exit
Javier Mascherano arguably stands as one of Barcelona’s most underappreciated and overlooked players in recent times. Mascherano joined Barcelona in 2010, transitioning from his role as a defensive midfielder to that of a central defender. Replacing Carles Puyol, he spent eight successful seasons at the club and quickly became an imperious presence at the heart of Barcelona’s defence, forming a …
Read More »Invincible Argentina on a roll towards breaking more records
July 10 – Goals from Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi gave Argentina a 2-0 win over Canada and booked a place in the Copa America final as they continue their run to major tournament title fights. “It’s insane what this team has done, what the Argentina national team is doing,” Messi said after his 109th international goal sealed victory over …
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