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Competition with eighteen clubs not an option for Premier League director
Richard Masters rules out reducing the Premier League from twenty to eighteen clubs. The director of the English league thus opposes pressure from FIFA, which is struggling with an overcrowded match calendar.
FA finds no evidence: Paquetá escapes lifetime ban
The case against Lucas Paquetá ends with a whimper. The West Ham United midfielder has been fully cleared of violating gambling regulations.
Ten Hag sees his core continue to thin: another Leverkusen departure imminent
Erik ten Hag is also likely to lose Lukas Hradecky. The Finnish goalkeeper wants to join AS Monaco, which means almost the entire spine of last season’s team is set to leave.
Girona secure defender and target Manchester City winger
UEFA lifts transfer restrictions between Manchester City and Girona, allowing the clubs both under the City Football Group to resume player deals. Girona have already signed Vitor Reis and are targeting Claudio Echeverri and Sverre Nypan as they prepare for another ambitious season.
Frimpong opts for familiar number, Wirtz benefits from Luis Díaz's departure
Liverpool has announced its squad numbers for the upcoming season. New signings Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong have made their choices.
Eberl puts Woltemade transfer on hold for now
Max Eberl signals a pause in Bayern’s transfer activity after the signing of Luis Díaz, expressing confidence in the current squad and downplaying interest in Nick Woltemade. With key injuries and market pressures, Bayern are opting for stability at least for now.
Gyökeres dismisses comparisons: 'Of course I know the history'
Viktor Gyökeres does not embrace the comparison with Thierry Henry, even though he will be wearing the iconic number 14 shirt at Arsenal. The Swedish striker acknowledges its historical significance but chooses to let go of the sentiment.
Alli considering early retirement despite contract with Como
Dele Alli is considering ending his playing career at the age of 29, according to several Italian media outlets, including La Gazzetta dello Sport. His situation at Como has become hopeless.
Guardiola fantasizes about quitting: 'Watching the cows as the train goes by'
Pep Guardiola plans to take a long break after his time at Manchester City. In an extensive interview with GQ Spain, the 54-year-old Spaniard said that he needs rest and wants to focus on his health.
Reijnders dreamed of the Premier League: 'I used to watch Van Persie and Bergkamp'
For Tijjani Reijnders, his move to Manchester City made a dream come true: playing in the Premier League. "I've always dreamed of the Premier League, watching Match of the Day on Sunday mornings."