Ligue 1

Looking back over Liverpool’s transfer business this summer, supporters might be forgiven for being a little disappointed by just the one capture for this season in Federico Chiesa. Not that the Italian international isn’t a worthy addition to the club, more that he’s been the only addition given that Giorgi Mamardashvili won’t arrive until next summer. There could’ve been at …

Chelsea will have concerns regarding the fitness of Cole Palmer as the 22-year-old has withdrawn from international duty with England with an unconfirmed injury issue.  The Three Lions begin their UEFA Nations League campaign with matches against the Republic of Ireland and Finland over the next week as Lee Carsley takes charge of the England national team for the first …

Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho is plotting a move for unwanted Chelsea star Ben Chilwell as the left-back has no future at Stamford Bridge while Enzo Maresca is in charge of the West London outfit.  The defender has been told by the new Blues boss that he is not part of his plans for the 2024/25 campaign with the Italian coach …

Chelsea forward Noni Madueke believes the criticism he’s received from manager Enzo Maresca is a ‘positive’ to help him reach his full potential.  The 22-year-old seems to have finally found his best form at the start of this season, notching four goals in four appearances across all competitions so far; including a hat-trick in a 6-2 away win at Wolves. …

The future of Kevin De Bruyne at Man City remains uncertain as the Belgian superstar’s current deal at the Etihad expires in 2025 and that is a situation Saudi Arabia are hoping to take advantage of.  Talks are yet to take place over a new contract for the Belgium international and with the midfielder’s future at the Premier League champions …

Newcastle United have been given hope in their pursuit of French midfielder Adrien Rabiot, according to the latest developments.  The Magpies endured a frustrating summer window, missing out on several key targets, while Lloyd Kelly and William Osula were their only major outfield additions. But that doesn’t mean Eddie Howe can’t still add to his squad, with a host of …

West Ham United have been offered the chance to sign multiple free agent centre-backs following the closure of the English transfer window, according to reports. The Hammers enjoyed an extremely productive first transfer window under new manager Julen Lopetegui, with the likes of Niclas Fullkrug, Carlos Soler, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Crysencio Summerville just a handful of their arrivals. Max Kilman …

TalkSPORT host Jeff Stelling has changed his mind about Newcastle finishing in the top four this season after identifying a major weakness against Tottenham on Sunday.  Eddie Howe’s side defeated the North London club 2-1 at St James’ Park to continue their unbeaten start to the campaign, which leaves the Magpies fifth in the Premier League standings. The Tyneside club …

Andy Robertson says Liverpool had the Old Trafford crowd ‘exactly where we wanted them’ in Sunday’s win over Manchester United. The Reds crushed their arch-rivals 3-0 on their own turf thanks to a Luis Diaz brace set up by Mohamed Salah, who added a third in the second half. It could have been even worse for Man Utd, with Trent …

New Arsenal signing Raheem Sterling has decided to wear the number 30 shirt at the Emirates Stadium for the 2024/25 campaign despite never using the number before in his career.  The winger joined the Gunners on Deadline Day as part of a loan move from Chelsea having fallen out of favour quickly at Stamford Bridge. Enzo Maresca made it clear …