Another goal, another decisive contribution, another performance that raises doubts about the choices to be made in that area of the team, both now and in the future.
Former England international Stan Collymore can envisage Real Madrid’s Trent Alexander-Arnold returning to Liverpool – and also briefly touched on the Bayern Munich option.
The Argentinian sank Manchester United with two goals and an assist: a night worthy of a top player for the man who is already “Messi’s successor” in Argentina.
England’s champions Arsenal have joined the long list of parties interested in Portuguese under-21 international Gustavo Varela of Serie A club AC Monza, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.
Lyon sporting director Matthieu Louis-Jean has dismissed rumours linking Karim Benzema with a summer return to his boyhood club. The chief clarified the reality behind the transfer chatter and explained why the proposed deal was never feasible.
The fact that Bayer Leverkusen currently provide not a single Germany international under Jürgen Klopp is reportedly prompting internal discussions and “annoying” those in charge. Not least because the plan in the summer had actually been different.
Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has revealed that he was determined to bring current Bayern Munich star Harry Kane to the Red Devils in 2023.
Manchester City have emerged as the frontrunners to sign Borussia Dortmund prodigy Mathis Albert after intensifying their interest in the teenager. However, the Bundesliga outfit remain determined to retain the 17-year-old United States international despite his limited first-team opportunities at Signal Iduna Park this campaign.
Bayern Munich are reportedly already looking for a new number two to support Jonas Urbig in future. An intriguing option now appears to have emerged. They could once again turn to a VfB Stuttgart goalkeeper.
Aston Villa midfielder Johan Manzambi has firmly decided against a transfer away from the club despite attracting heavy interest from European giants Liverpool, Barcelona and Bayern Munich. The highly-rated 21-year-old is enjoying a phenomenal debut season in the Premier League but feels remaining under Unai Emery is the best step for his ongoing development.
Former Bundesliga goalkeeper Ralf Fährmann is sceptical about Jonas Urbig’s suitability as Bayern Munich’s number one – and therefore puts forward an intriguing theory. News and rumours about Bayern Munich.