Ligue 1

Newcastle United’s pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi does not look to be over just yet as they want to try again for the £65m-rated England international, according to transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano. Guehi has shone for Palace and had an impressive Euro 2024 with England as well, so it’s not too surprising that the Eagles seem determined …

Man United are closing in on the signings of Bayern Munich duo Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui as Erik ten Hag is keen to reunite with his former players.  The Dutch coach worked with the pair at Ajax and with Bayern open to selling the two players, the Man United boss has been keen all summer to bring them to …

The future of Giovani Lo Celso at Tottenham is still to be decided before the transfer window shuts and it is being reported that Aston Villa remain interested in the Argentina star. The 28-year-old was left out of Spurs’ squad for their pre-season clash with Bayern Munich on Saturday at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which suggests that the North London club …

It looks “impossible” for Romelu Lukaku to stay at Chelsea and it’s possible that a transfer deal with Napoli could accelerate soon, according to Fabrizio Romano. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column, Romano explained that Lukaku remains a priority target for new Napoli manager Antonio Conte, while the Belgium international also has a three-year contract ready …

Kris Boyd believes Leeds should go and sign Blackburn Rovers attacker Sammie Szmodics after Mateo Joseph failed to impress against Portsmouth.  Having failed to win promotion last season after losing the play-off final to Southampton, Leeds kicked off the new campaign in chaotic fashion against Pompey. Daniel Farke’s side required a 95th minute penalty from Brenden Aaronson to rescue a 3-3 …

Manchester City goalkeeper has confirmed he will stay at the club following the win over Manchester United in the Community Shield. City picked up their first piece of silverware of the new season as they beat United 7-6 on penalties after the game finished 1-1 after 90 minutes. After the game there was more good news for City as Ederson …

Harry Kane ended his trophy drought at Bayern Munich as they beat Tottenham on Saturday to win the Visit Malta Cup. Kane came off the bench as Bayern won 3-2 on his first return to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium following his departure last summer. Dejan Kulusevski scored both Spurs’ goal including the opener the in the first minute, whilst Dayot Upamecano, Serge …

Brentford have agreed a deal with Liverpool to sign Fabio Carvalho according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. It’s been a quiet summer at Anfield for new manager Arne Alot with the Reds yet to make any signings, although they are working on a deal for Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi. However, it appears Slot will have one less player to …

Kevin Nolan has admitted West Ham made a mistake by not signing Julian Alvarez when they had the chance to whilst he was still at River Plate.  West Ham have had a busy summer following the departure of David Moyes and have made a number of quality signings including the likes of Max Kilman, Crysencio Summerville, Luis Guilherme and Niclas Fullkrug. …

Chelsea could loan out Marc Guiu or Samu Omorodion if they manage to complete a deal for Victor Osimhen according to reports.  The Blues are set for a busy final few weeks of the window and are close to wrapping up the signings of Omorodion and Pedro Neto. Whilst further incomings can’t be ruled out the main priority is departures …