Reigning English champion Manchester City has developed a reputation for signing the most promising players in the world, especially under current manager, Pep Guardiola. The Cityzens’ relentless pursuit of improvement ensures there is always competition for places, there are always players who are unhappy with the minutes they are getting. Naturally, not all players are satisfied with waiting in the …

As is tradition, I will use the final column before the start of the season to look at three players for whom the upcoming campaign represents something of a crossroads. It’s going to be a big 2024-25 for… Fabio Vieira The sale of Emile Smith Rowe, in my view, puts plenty of extra pressure on Fabio Vieira to deliver in …

After scoring just five Premier League goals from 25 starts, it is fair to say Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk has endured a tough opening 18 months at Stamford Bridge. The Ukraine international joined the Blues from Shakhtar Donetsk last January in a deal worth a reported £88.5 million. The winger’s switch made him the Blues’ seventh most expensive-ever signing. Nevertheless, despite the …

U.S. Soccer has reportedly reeled in one of the biggest free agent head coaches on the market. Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to become the next USMNT head coach, according to multiple reports. No official announcement has come yet from U.S. Soccer on the potential hiring. The 52-year-old was previously linked with the USMNT job by Ole in July. Pochettino left …

August 15 – Arsenal have announced a new multi-year partnership with Chivas Regal which will see the brand become the club’s first Official Whisky Partner ahead of the 2024/25 season, supporting both men’s and women’s teams.  Chivas will aim to elevate the matchday experience for supporters at Emirates Stadium by launching a new Chivas Regal bar within Dial Square, serving …

Juventus and Atalanta are engaged in talks over the potential transfer of Teun Koopmeiners, with the midfielder pushing hard for a move to Turin. While Koopmeiners was initially praised for his professionalism earlier in the transfer window, in recent weeks, he has requested to leave and even refused to train due to the ongoing situation. Juve continues to negotiate with …

August 15 – The European Broadcast Union (EBU) has secured broadcast rights to the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 finals, covering 34 territories.  With 37 EBU broadcasters, including BBC and ITV, ARD and ZDF, the agreement ensures the tournament will be shown free-to-air in the vast majority of European countries in a deal that builds on a previous agreement between the …

Newcastle United are struggling to reach an agreement with Crystal Palace to sign Marc Guehi. The Magpies have identified the English centre-back as a top defensive target but have so far failed to meet their domestic rivals’ asking price. Already seeing two offers turned down, Newcastle, led by sporting director Paul Mitchell, decided to make Palace a third, and improved, …

As Barcelona gear up for the season opener against Valencia tomorrow, the club are still missing a few key players due to injuries. Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Ansu Fati and Gavi are some of the notable absentees. While Gavi is out with a long-term injury, there is no return date set for de Jong and Fati either. But in a …

News that Vini Jr hadn’t necessarily turned his nose up at a reported bid from the Saudi Pro League, which included a salary of €350m per year, was something of a surprise to many. The Brazilian is odds on to become the Ballon d’Or this year, after his Real Madrid side waltzed to another La Liga title and Champions League …