Ligue 1

Sean Dyche says Jarrad Branthwaite is making ‘good progress’ toward full fitness after missing Everton’s friendly against Sligo Rovers on Friday. The Toffees had to come from 2-0 and 3-1 down to salvage a draw against the Irish club in their first friendly of the summer — held in honour of Everton captain Seamus Coleman, who signed for the club …

Liverpool will consider any offers that arrive this summer for Caoimhin Kelleher as the goalkeeper desires to be a starting goalkeeper this season.  That is according to Football Insider, who reports that the Merseyside club are open to selling some of their fringe players to create space and funds for new signings. Kelleher is one option for the Reds as the 25-year-old …

Real Madrid are considering a summer move for Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck, according to reports.  Schlotterbeck played a key role in Die Schwarzgelben’s run to the Champions League final last season, while also helping the club finish fifth in the Bundesliga to secure their seat at European football’s top table again in 2024/25 — as a result of Germany having an …

Eddie Howe says Newcastle United star Sandro Tonali is showing an ‘edge’ as his long-awaited return to action creeps ever closer.  The Italy international has been banned from football since October 2023 due to betting offences, although he has been allowed to train with the Newcastle first team during that time. Tonali’s ban expires at the end of August, making …

Eddie Howe has insisted he’ll remain ‘very committed’ to the Newcastle job as long as he feels ‘happy and supported’ by the club. Howe has been heavily linked with the vacant England post after Gareth Southgate stepped down following Sunday’s 2-1 loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Many bookmakers have made Howe the favourite. However, Newcastle CEO Darren …

Newcastle have signed 18-year-old goalkeeper James Taylor on a two-year deal as the Premier League club continues to strengthen their pool of future talent.  Taylor’s school, Samuel Whitbread Academy, confirmed the move on social media by posting an image of the goalkeeper holding up a Newcastle 2024/25 shirt at St James’ Park. The youngster is the third goalkeeper to arrive …

Newcastle are in the market for a centre-back this summer and their new sporting director Paul Mitchell is very keen on Nice’s Jean-Clair Todibo.  The French defender is expected to leave the Ligue 1 club this summer with several sides interested in his services ahead of the new campaign. Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has only seen one outfield player join …

Eddie Howe is keen to add a right-winger to his Newcastle squad ahead of the new season and the Magpies have made contact with Chelsea over a move for Noni Madueke. The Englishman impressed at Stamford Bridge last season as Mauricio Pochettino put a lot of faith into the 22-year-old to play on the right wing. Madueke featured in 34 games …

Emile Smith Rowe is expected to leave Arsenal during the current transfer window and it is being reported that Crystal Palace are preparing a bid for the 23-year-old.  Fulham made an attempt to sign the midfielder this week as Marco Silva looks to strengthen his midfield following the departure of Joao Palhinha. Still, the Cottagers failed to convince Arsenal to …

Chelsea have not given up on Napoli striker Victor Osimhen despite Paris Saint-Germain’s pursuit of the 25-year-old ahead of the 2024/25 campaign. The West London club have been long-term admirers of the Nigeria star but their interest went quiet over recent weeks due to Napoli’s reluctance to sell below his €130m release clause. Osimhen is expected to leave the Serie …