Particularly in the Mike Ashley era, when even a slither of joy or excitement was so unbelievably scarce, we as Newcastle fans always eagerly awaited fresh transfer rumours. Scouting the ever-growing list of linked players on YouTube became a regular pass time every Summer and January, and very few of these players ever ended up holding a black and white …

The growing estrangement between FC Barcelona and Sergi Roberto has become a major point of discussion. From being guaranteed continuity to staring at an exit, the future of the ex-Barcelona captain has taken a complete U-turn in recent months. Three clubs ready to go in for Roberto Now, according to Catalunya Radio Aston Villa, West Ham United, and AFC Ajax …

Newcastle United’s new sporting director Paul Mitchell is believed to be a big fan of Nice’s Jean-Clair Todibo and the Englishman led talks for the defender last week but a deal is unlikely to happen.  The Premier League club are in the market for a new centre-back this summer as Sven Botman is set to miss the start of the …

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson and wideman Andy Robertson will not join in pre-season training until August, manager Arne Slot has said. Robertson captained Scotland in their three-match Uefa Euro 2024 campaign last month and is undergoing a rehabilitation programme on Liverpool’s US tour which will rule him out of their Stateside friendlies. “He is not fully fit yet,” Slot said of …

FC Barcelona’s quest for financial stability continues, with the club exploring new sponsorship avenues in order to balance the books and boost the club’s abilities in the transfer market. Earlier today, it was reported that Barcelona are closing in on a new sponsorship deal for shorts, which is expected to bring in some cash into the coffers. However, the report …

In their 2-1 win over New Zealand, Canada played like a team that didn’t need a drone to spy on their opponents’ training sessions. Canada outpossessed and outworked New Zealand, holding a significant physical and technical edge. Before Canada’s highly-anticipated match with New Zealand, an uncredited member of the Canada national team used a drone twice and flew it over …

Crystal Palace have been linked with a move for Marseille attacker Ismaïla Sarr.  The move is in much advanced stages, with the player said to have already agreed personal terms with the former Watford man. Sarr was not even part of Marseille’s pre-season team against Toulon yesterday with new signing Mason Greenwood starting in place of him, further indicating the imminent …

Leipzig is preparing for a significant bid for their star player, Dani Olmo, as Barcelona’s interest in the Spanish international intensifies. Olmo, who showcased his talents at Euro 2024, has become a hot commodity in the transfer market. His performance at the tournament, where Spain secured their first European title since 2012, earned him the Golden Boot award. With Olmo’s …

Barcelona are going all out in their pursuit of Nico Williams from Athletic Club. The Catalans have everything ready to activate his €58 million release clause while personal terms are also being sorted out. In fact, only recently reports claimed that Barça had reached an agreement over a five-year contract proposal with the Spaniard’s agent and that only the final …

Matias Soule’s move to AS Roma from Juventus has edged ever closer, as his agent is reportedly in Rome for talks over salary and contract duration. After rejecting approaches from the Premier League, Soule is now set to move to Roma, his preferred destination all along. Juventus initially favoured a move to England because it would have fetched them more …