January 24 – Lower than a yr after reaching the Champions League closing, Borussia Dortmund have sacked their coach, Nuri Sahin, following Tuesday’s defeat at Bologna which left them thirteenth within the new-look league system. The membership are additionally tenth within the Bundesliga, 20 factors behind leaders, Bayern Munich, “We actually worth Nuri Sahin and his work, we had wished for …

Ferran Torres has been one of many extra criticised Barcelona gamers over the previous 12 months, primarily due to his inconsistency within the assault. His ending, in any case, has not all the time been on the stage he’s able to. Over the previous two months, nevertheless, the participant has turned his state of affairs round and is gaining confidence …

Rafa Benitez has harassed the significance of Dusan Vlahovic’s objectives for Juventus, because the Serbian ahead continues to battle for recreation time in latest weeks. Having been sidelined by damage earlier this season, Vlahovic has seen Nicolas Gonzalez step in because the beginning striker on the Allianz Stadium. Whereas Gonzalez’s technical abilities have introduced a unique dynamic to Juve’s assault, …

Unai Emery says Aston Villa are working onerous to signal a alternative for Diego Carlos earlier than the switch window closes. The Brazilian defender joined Fenerbahce for a reported £8.5million earlier this week, leaving Ezri Konsa and Tyrone Mings as Villa’s solely two match centre-backs whereas Pau Torres stays out with a foot harm. Emery needs so as to add …

Newcastle United chief scout Steve Nickson has been on scouting duties this week, watching two gamers in Liverpool’s Champions League tie at dwelling to Ligue 1 facet Lille. The 59-year-old, who has now been on the membership for over 13 years, was additionally in attendance for Brentford’s 2-2 draw towards Man Metropolis, scouting two of the hosts’ attackers. Newcastle are …

January 24 – Swiss prosecutors have dropped their investigation into Veron Mosengo-Omba, secretary basic of the Confederation of African Soccer (CAF), citing inadequate proof to proceed with authorized motion. The investigation was initiated in February 2024, for alleged suspicious funds involving Swiss financial institution accounts. The allegations had been that Mosengo-Omba – as soon as the chief officer of member …

Following the announcement of Ronald Araujo’s contract extension, the main focus at Barcelona has shifted to Frenkie de Jong. The Dutch midfielder’s contract at Camp Nou expires in the summertime of 2026, which means subsequent summer time might be the one time Barcelona could have an opportunity of yielding one thing out of his sale. That’s, after all, supplied de …

Kenan Yildiz has been certainly one of Juventus’ standout performers this season, constantly proving his worth, significantly in high-stakes matches towards prime opponents. The 19-year-old’s rise to prominence has been swift and spectacular, underlining why the Bianconeri moved rapidly to combine him into their first group. Yildiz joined Juventus from Bayern Munich to play for his or her U19 aspect, …

Vinicius Junior has been a main goal for Saudi Arabian golf equipment, significantly over the past summer season switch window. With contract negotiations between the Brazilian star and Actual Madrid reportedly stalling, rumors a couple of potential transfer to the Saudi Professional League have gained traction. Now, coach Carlo Ancelotti has spoken out, addressing Vinicius’ scenario and a doable transfer …

Ruud van Nistelrooy has performed down fears he might be sacked by Leicester simply 56 days into his reign. The Dutch supervisor, who changed Steve Cooper in December, has overseen a run of seven straight defeats within the Premier League. One other loss to Tottenham on Sunday would equal a membership document set in 2001. “I’m centered on getting this …