Ligue 1

The napkin on which Lionel Messi signed his first contract with FC Barcelona has fetched £760,000 at an auction. This seemingly insignificant piece of paper, scribbled upon by then-Barcelona scout Carles Rexach on December 14, 2000, marked the beginning of one of football’s most illustrious careers. The story behind the napkin is as legendary as Messi himself. At just 13 …

Brazilian legend Rivaldo has urged Antony to leave Old Trafford after a disappointing second season in England. Erik ten Hag’s side is on track for their worst-ever finish in the Premier League as they currently sit in eighth place as they prepare for their final game of the season. As long as Newcastle win in their clash against Brighton, Manchester …

Napoli have contacted Manchester United over a possible summer move for forward Mason Greenwood according to reports. Greenwood is currently on loan at Spanish side Getafe, with the La Liga outfit keen to extend his stay for another season. United would like to sell the 22-year-old permanently but if they are don’t receive a suitable offer they are believed to …

Thiago Silva has left his soon to be former Chelsea team-mates with a parting message ahead of the final game of the season. Silva is preparing for his final game for the club after four years at Stamford Bridge and over 150 appearances following his arrival on a free transfer from Paris Saint Germain in 2020. The 39-year-old announced last …

Martin Dubravka will be reportedly allowed to leave Newcastle in the summer if Aaron Ramsdale completes the move from Arsenal. After an overall disappointing season, Newcastle fans will optimistically look towards the summer window as their side is predicted to be very busy. Eddie Howe’s side has been plagued with injuries throughout this campaign with several of their key players …

Crystal Palace want to sign Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat this summer according to reports. Amrabat joined United on loan last summer and that move earned rave reviews following the Moroccan’s displays at the 2022 Qatar World Cup. However, things haven’t gone quite to plan for the Morocco international at Old Trafford and he hasn’t reached anywhere near the level he displayed …

Mauricio Pochettino believes Reece James will remind everyone next season that he’s one of the best players in the Premier League. James has endured another difficult season and has only made 11 appearances due to more injury woes. The 24-year-old underwent successful hamstring surgery in December and returned to first team action in the recent win against Nottingham Forest, providing …

Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke has backed Unai Emery to turn the club’s fortunes around with Erik ten Hag’s future far from certain. United head to Brighton on Sunday knowing they could record their lowest ever Premier League finish, with the club currently sat in eighth. It’s been a disastrous campaign with the Red Devils already losing a club …

Aston Villa have experienced a remarkable rise since the appointment of Unai Emery in 2022. The Spanish manager has guided the Villains to the prestigious UEFA Champions League in his first full campaign, marking their first qualification since the 1982–83 season. Emery has led Villa to a historic 4th place finish, surpassing last season’s 7th place when he took over …

Leeds United could reportedly hold onto Jack Harrison if they secure promotion back to the Premier League despite spending the season out on loan. After a typical gruelling season in the Championship, Leeds failed to secure automatic promotion back to England’s top flight, finishing third behind Leicester City and Ipswich Town. But Daniel Farke’s men now find themselves in pole …