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Ballon d'Or: Nine PSG players and Wirtz on the shortlist
Who will win the 2025 Ballon d'Or? France Football released the list of nominees on Thursday. Florian Wirtz is among them and thanks to the numerous trophies won, other German players can also hope for a chance.
Manchester United raises the stakes and closes in on Newcastle's offer for Sesko
Benjamin Šeško is at the centre of a Premier League transfer battle, with Newcastle and Manchester United going head-to-head for the Leipzig striker. With bids nearing €90 million, the Slovenian star looks set to take the next big step in his career.
Barcelona suddenly removes meeting with Ter Stegen from the agenda
Barcelona has removed the planned meeting with Marc-André ter Stegen, which was scheduled for Wednesday, from the agenda. According to COPE, it has been decided that the meeting will only take place if the goalkeeper himself requests it. The matter is now in the hands of the club’s legal department, according to Spanish media.
Man Utd follows Newcastle United's lead and also increases bid for Šeško
Alexander Isak hasn’t left yet, but behind the scenes, Newcastle United is pushing ahead in their search for the Swedish striker’s successor.
Neymar scores a brace for a club again after three years
Santos has climbed out of the Série A relegation zone. Thanks to a brace from Neymar, the Brazilian club is back above the drop line after the seventeenth round.
Liverpool want another forward and are trying to lure a European champion away from PSG
Liverpool are reportedly targeting PSG winger Rayan Barcola after setbacks in their pursuit of Alexander Isak and Rodrygo. With Núñez and Jota leaving, and Barcola’s role at PSG declining, the 22-year-old could be the perfect addition to the Reds’ reshaped attack.
Son is set to become the most expensive player in MLS history
Son Heung-Min leaves Tottenham after ten legendary years to join LAFC in a record-breaking MLS transfer. The €22.4M deal makes him the most expensive signing in league history, signaling MLS’s growing ambition and global appeal.
Mainz fails at Federal Court: Dresden match will not be rescheduled
FSV Mainz 05 has failed with its appeal before the DFB Federal Court and will therefore have to play against Dynamo Dresden in the DFB-Pokal on August 18. Christian Heidel did not mince words.
Palmeiras lose again to Corinthians and are out of the Brazilian Cup
Palmeiras crash out of the Brazilian Cup after another defeat to Corinthians, losing 2-0 at home. With red cards, missed chances, and growing pressure on coach Abel Ferreira, the club faces a moment of reckoning.
Turkish media criticize Mourinho and prepare for his dismissal
The Turkish media are impressed by Feyenoord. Fenerbahçe were defeated at De Kuip on Wednesday evening in the third qualifying round of the Champions League (2-1). Coach José Mourinho, in particular, is bearing the brunt of the criticism.