Ligue 1

Arsenal’s recruitment team are reportedly positive about the potential transfer pursuit of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi this summer. The Spain international has really impressed in his time in La Liga and CaughtOffside understands he’s under serious consideration for the Gunners ahead of the summer as they look to possibly replace Jorginho, who is being eyed up by Juventus as …

According to the Portuguese newspaper Jornal de Notícias, Arsenal are reportedly getting ready to make a formal bid to sign Sporting CP player Viktor Gyokeres this summer. The 25-year-old, who moved from Coventry City to Jose Alvalade Stadium last summer, has had an incredible season with the Lions, making 43 appearances across all competitions and tallying 36 goals and 16 assists. …

Manchester United are eyeing a new centre-back this summer, and one name on their radar is Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, though one issue at the moment is that his high asking price means he’s not a top target for the Red Devils. That’s according to Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, who says that Man Utd are scouting Branthwaite at the …

Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise is reportedly more interested in playing for Manchester United than Liverpool, which might put a stop to Liverpool’s pursuit of him. Although Olise’s performances have made Liverpool and Chelsea want to activate his £60 million release clause, his lifelong loyalty to Man United may influence his choice in their favour. Despite a £35 million release …

Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has weighed in on the situation surrounding Xavi’s future as Barcelona manager as club president Joan Laporta admits he’d like to try to talk him round into staying. Xavi recently announced that he’d be leaving his position at the Nou Camp at the end of this season, but the team’s performances have improved a lot …

Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has provided his latest update on Juventus duo Adrien Rabiot and Kenan Yildiz, with the latter having been linked with both Arsenal and Liverpool in recent times. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for the latest edition of his column for the Daily Briefing, Romano spoke out on Yildiz’s future, stating that it now looks like the …

Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has responded to recent rumours involving Arsenal having an interest in signing Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes this summer. The Gunners could probably do with making some changes in midfield ahead of next season, with Jorginho and Thomas Partey not exactly getting any younger, with the latter also suffering from a terrible recent injury record, …

Transfer news journalist Fabrizio Romano has had his say on the Alejandro Garnacho situation at Manchester United as he spoke exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column. The Red Devils youngster has had a superb season overall, establishing himself as one of the most impressive young players in the Premier League, but he’s now landed himself in a …

Tottenham Hotspur have become serious about discussions regarding a possible summer raid for Genk sensation Bilal El Khannouss, according to Voetbal Krant. The gifted youngster is being pursued by a number of other teams, so Spurs will have fierce competition if they want to sign him. Since securing his spot in the Genk team during the previous season, El Khannouss has …

For a while now, Liverpool have been preparing for the departure of Jurgen Klopp, a move that continues to be difficult for the players, supporters, and club administration. The uncertainty surrounding Mohamed Salah’s future, stoked by interest from Saudi Arabian teams, complicates matters further. When questioned about possible additions to Liverpool, former player Steve Nicol recommended Victor Osimhen as the best …