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Liverpool signing Wirtz could become the third most expensive player ever
If the bonuses from Florian Wirtz's transfer are triggered, the German will become the third most expensive player ever. Liverpool is paying almost €136.5 million including bonuses (€117.5 million excluding bonuses) to Bayer Leverkusen.
The lesson from Cruijff that hangs in Chelsea's dressing room
The lessons of Johan Cruijff still live on in the football world. Enzo Maresca, as a former assistant to Pep Guardiola, is one of the coaches who passes on the Dutch football icon's theories to the new generation of top players.
Relegated Sampdoria gets chance at miraculous escape
Sampdoria indeed gets the chance at a miraculous escape. The club had initially been relegated to Serie C, but a late points deduction for Brescia means that Sampdoria can still stay up through a decisive two-legged playoff against Salernitana.
Corinthians continue to drop points without holidaymaker Memphis
Corinthians failed to turn their last match before the summer break for the Club World Cup into a victory. Without holidaymaker Memphis Depay, the away game against Grêmio ended in a draw.
Tuchel's head already on the chopping block in England: 'Beginning of the split'
Thomas Tuchel took the heat after England's 3-1 defeat in a friendly against Senegal. He became the first England manager ever to lose to an African team. The 51-year-old German has only been in charge for four matches, but the English media are already calling for his head.
Boca Juniors must worry: controversial defender not allowed at Club World Cup
Boca Juniors must act quickly if they want to count on Ayrton Costa during the Club World Cup. The 25-year-old defender is not allowed to enter the United States due to his involvement in a legal dispute.
Mega deal incoming: Galatasaray strike after Sané’s decision
Leroy Sané appears set to play for Galatasaray next season. According to reports, the German is on his way to Istanbul after deciding not to extend his expiring contract with Bayern Munich.
New twist in the battle for Gyökeres: 'Threats and blackmail don’t work on me'
Viktor Gyökeres, after scoring 54 goals this season, is at the center of a heated transfer battle. Sporting CP president Frederico Varandas rejects pressure, denies rumors of promises, and accuses the striker’s agent of manipulation, insisting the €100M clause must be met.
Only three Dutch players have been more expensive than Man City signing Reijnders
With an estimated transfer fee of seventy million euros (including bonuses), Tijjani Reijnders has become the fourth most expensive Dutch player in football history following his high-profile move to Manchester City. Reijnders leaves AC Milan behind after two years.
Van de Ven once again the fastest in the Premier League, special all-time top four
Micky van de Ven can once again call himself the fastest player in the Premier League. The Dutch defender from Tottenham Hotspur recorded a sprint of no less than 37.12 kilometers per hour last season.