October 17 – Outspoken LaLiga president Javier Tebas has called on Gianni Infantino to call off his pet project, the expanded Club World Cup, arguing that “it is not necessary for the players, nor for the clubs, nor for FIFA, and all it does is cause disorganisation.” LaLiga recently joined forces with the European Leagues association and FIFPRO in launching a landmark …
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Jonathan David could be approached by Tottenham and Chelsea soon
Jonathan David’s future looks set to be away from Lille as several clubs prepare to battle for the forward’s signature over the coming months ahead of the 24-year-old becoming a free agent. The Canada international has been with the Ligue 1 side since 2020 and has been lethal in front of goal for the French outfit, producing 92 goals and …
Read More »Barcelona make contacts with Real Madrid target, contract demands could pose an issue – report
Barcelona’s pursuit of Alphonso Davies has taken a significant step forward, as revealed by Luis Miguelsanz in SPORT. As it turns out, the club has reportedly reached out to Davies to discuss his financial demands, hoping to find an opportunity to bring the left-back. It has been learned that even though Davies’ financial expectations are steep, there is hope within …
Read More »Danilo could leave Juventus in January but on one condition
A report in the Italian press doesn’t rule out the departure of Juventus captain Danilo in the middle of the season. However, this scenario could only ensue on one condition. The Brazilian has been plying his trade in Turin since making the move from Manchester City in the summer of 2019. He was an automatic starter over the past few …
Read More »Beckham Backs Ratcliffe & Co. to Bring Glory Days Back
England legend David Beckham has said he likes Manchester United minority stakeholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe. The Inter Miami co-owner added that he had faith in Ratcliffe’s vision as he was not only “one of the best” businessmen in the world but was also an ardent Manchester United supporter. Sir Jim Ratcliffe Is Overseeing All-Things-Soccer at Manchester United Following a drawn-out …
Read More »“Yes, they’re going to sell him” – Chelsea owners tipped to let star leave as they “don’t care” about the club
Todd Boehly and Cole Palmer of Chelsea (Photos by Julian Finney, Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) Former Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf believes that the current Blues owners will sell Cole Palmer at some point, as that’s their business model, and that’s what they care about, rather than the good of the club. Chelsea signed Palmer from Manchester City just over a year …
Read More »West Ham striker injured and ruled out against Spurs
Julen Lopetegui has confirmed Niclas Fullkrug is injured and won’t play against Spurs on Saturday afternoon. The Hammers will travel across town to face London rivals Spurs on the weekend for the first match in the Premier League since the recent international break. However, if the Hammers, who sit 12th in the table, are to leapfrog Spurs in ninth, they …
Read More »Amorim plays down suggestions he will follow Viana to the Etihad
Ruben Amorim insists Hugo Viana’s decision to swap Sporting CP for Manchester City does not mean he will do the same. The uncertainty around Pep Guardiola’s future at City – he is out of contract at the end of the season, not to mention the potential repercussions if the club is found guilty of alleged breaches of financial fair play …
Read More »Kompany has backing of Bayern board, says president Hainer
Vincent Kompany has the backing of the Bayern Munich board despite going three games without a win in all competitions, says president Herbert Hainer. Kompany started his Bayern tenure with six wins from his first six games, scoring 29 goals, which was a new club record for a new head coach across that period. However, since a 5-0 thumping of …
Read More »Liverpool given optimistic outlook on star player’s potential transfer to Real Madrid
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Carlo Ancelotti (Photos by Julian Finney, Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images) Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold may continue to be linked with Real Madrid, but former Chelsea and France defender Frank Leboeuf doesn’t seem too sure it’s a realistic move. Although Alexander-Arnold is one of the best in the world in his position, he has sometimes been known …
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