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Lamine Yamal modest: 'Never asked to become the highest-paid player'
Lamine Yamal took a modest approach during contract negotiations with Barcelona. That’s what sporting director Deco revealed in an interview with RAC1. He also expressed his amazement at the maturity of the 17-year-old star: "You rarely see something like this."
Top clubs chasing ‘shaken-up’ Cherki: ‘You shouldn’t go easy on him’
There is a strong chance that Rayan Cherki will leave Olympique Lyon this summer. According to L'Équipe, Aston Villa is the latest top club to join the list of suitors hoping to lure the 21-year-old into a move. The Lyon playmaker could make his debut for the national team next month.
Arteta praises recovering Timber: 'Not just a player, but a leader'
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirmed on Wednesday that Jurriën Timber will miss the final match of the season. Speaking ahead of the season finale against Southampton, the Spaniard was full of praise for the Dutch international, who underwent surgery on Tuesday.
UEFA regulations hinder Crystal Palace's participation in the Europa League
Crystal Palace recently caused a sensation by winning the FA Cup final at the expense of Manchester City, but it is still highly uncertain whether that will actually lead to a Europa League adventure. The London club is entitled to a spot in the tournament, but UEFA regulations are creating complications.
Bayern fears Liverpool in battle for top transfer
Bayern Munich fears competition from Liverpool in the race for Florian Wirtz, according to reports from Germany. The Bundesliga champions have made the Bayer Leverkusen star their top priority, but they are aware that Liverpool also has a strong position.
Rodri back with City after 240 days: 'He still needs months and months'
In the shadow of Kevin De Bruyne’s farewell, Rodri made his long-awaited return on Tuesday evening during Manchester City’s final home match against Bournemouth. City manager Pep Guardiola is very pleased with the return of the Ballon d'Or winner.
Surprising boost for Zirkzee, De Ligt likely to miss Europa League final
The Europa League final seems to come too soon for Matthijs de Ligt. Joshua Zirkzee, however, surprisingly appeared on the training pitch with Manchester United on Tuesday.
Injury forces Boilesen to retire: 'It hurts to say goodbye'
After more than 250 matches in professional football, Nicolai Boilesen will play his final game as a professional on Sunday. The 33-year-old defender is being forced to retire due to ongoing injury problems.
Marseille doesn't want De Bruyne: 'It would be an absolute lack of respect'
You would think that any Champions League club would be interested in signing a player of Kevin De Bruyne’s caliber, but that doesn’t apply to Olympique Marseille. Club president Pablo Longoria spoke to the French press to reflect on the season and made it clear that the Belgian will not be moving to the French port city.
Premier League accuses Leicester of breaching financial fair play rules
The English Football League has accused Leicester of multiple breaches of financial fair play rules during the 2023/24 season, in which the club won the second division title and secured promotion to the top flight, the league announced on Tuesday.