Manchester United have confirmed two number changes for the upcoming 2024-25 season. The Red Devils are looking to improve upon last season’s league position which saw them slump to a disappointing eighth-placed finish. Making their first two first-team signings, new shareholders INEOS, headed by British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe, secured early summer deals for striker Joshua Zirkzee and centre-back Leny …

Liverpool legend Phil Thompson believes Arne Slot has the new Coutinho on his hands. The Dutchman replaced Jurgen Klopp this summer and has enjoyed an excellent first pre-season at the club, beating Real Betis, Arsenal and Manchester United during the Reds’ US tour. That’s despite heading stateside without a number of key players resting due to extended recovery periods from …

During my time at Sheffield Hallam University, I had the pleasure of meeting Joe Glave; a die-hard Sheffield United fan who seemed the perfect man to message after Newcastle agreed a fee for Blades striker William Osula last week. As a season-ticket holder who has followed Osula’s progress closely over the past three years – from scoring in their youth …

Even at the age of 35, Robert Lewandowski remains an important player for Barcelona as the club gear up for the season ahead. Set to embark on his third season at the club, Lewandowski is expected to play a key role for the Catalans under the leadership of new coach Hansi Flick. Lewandowski’s relationship with Flick makes him a vital …

Liverpool legend Phil Thompson has urged the club to make ‘big decisions’ over the futures of Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold.  The trio were key pillars in the success enjoyed by the Reds under Jurgen Klopp, who guided the club to Premier League and Champions League titles — and a further two finals — as well as …

Juventus exile Federico Chiesa has reportedly been offered to Barcelona who are on the lookout for a new winger. The 26-year-old finds himself on the outs as the club’s new head coach Thiago Motta considers him ill-suited for this tactical system. Therefore, the Italian has been omitted from the squad, and even his jersey has been dropped from the club’s …

Julian Alvarez looks set to complete a move from Manchester City to Atletico Madrid in the coming days. The Argentine previously moved to the English champions just two years ago for around $23 million. Despite hitting the ground running in arguably the toughest soccer division in the world, Alvarez has not become a regular starter under manager Pep Guardiola. The …

It has been a mixed day for Barcelona so far, which started with the grim update on the pursuit of Nico Williams. After weeks of negotiations, the Spanish forward looks all set to continue at Athletic Club for at least another season. The news of Nico’s likely stay saw Barcelona immediately turn focus to another top target Dani Olmo. Fabrizio …

Julen Lopetegui has reportedly informed Kurt Zouma he has no future at West Ham. After starting in 32 Premier League games, the 29-year-old, who also captains the side, featured heavily last season. However, the defender’s time in London appears to be ending with HITC recently reporting talks with clubs in Saudi Arabia’s Pro League have advanced quickly. Kurt Zouma set …

The FA Community Shield — formerly the Charity Shield — is the curtain-raiser of the top-flight English soccer season. The match is contested between last season’s Premier League champions and FA Cup winners. If a team wins both the FA Cup and the Premier League title, the league championship runner-up takes the second spot. Last year, Manchester City won the …