Ligue 1 news

Paris Saint-Germain's Marco Asensio would like to wait for offers from clubs in La Liga or Premier league before deciding on Fenerbahce's offer.

Ansu Fati has hailed Paul Pogba as a childhood idol after joining Monaco, with both players eager to revive their careers in Ligue 1 this season.

Ansu Fati revealed he had a chat with Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal before he sealed move to Monaco. He joined the Ligue 1 outfit on a season-long loan and as part of the agreement, Monaco holds the right to make the transfer permanent next summer for €11 million (£9m/$13m), depending on Fati’s impact in France. At the same time, Barcelona have extended the 22-year-old’s contract until June 2028, as they still see long-term potential in him.

Head coach Luis Enrique is pushing PSG to sign Real Madrid winger Rodrygo, who has struggled for minutes under new manager Xabi Alonso.

Marco Asensio is evaluating his options this summer with AC Milan now in talks and Fenerbahce’s strong bid already on the table.

Despite initial excitement about a potential comeback in the season opener, Paul Pogba will have to wait a bit longer for his Monaco debut.

Former Manchester United midfielder Angel Gomes has left Lille after five seasons to join fellow Ligue 1 outfit Marseille on a three-year deal. At Marseille, Gomes will reunite with former Old Trafford colleague Mason Greenwood. The England international reportedly had offers from Premier League sides Arsenal and United, however, he opted to stay in France instead of heading back to his homeland.

Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique has shut down any suggestion that Bradley Barcola could leave the club this summer.

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi says there is a "problem" with the Ballon d'Or if Ousmane Dembele does not win this year's award.

Lille defender Gabriel Gudmundsson has spoken of his desire to move to the Premier League as Leeds United look to finalise a deal.

Lyon's new directors have made some unusual discoveries regarding the club's finances ahead of their appeal against relegation from Ligue 1.

Barcelona have confirmed a two-year contract extension for Wojciech Szczesny, keeping the veteran goalkeeper at Camp Nou until 2027. The Polish shot-stopper’s new deal casts fresh doubt over Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s future, with Chelsea and Monaco both monitoring the German’s situation as Barca prepare for life with a new-look goalkeeping hierarchy with Joan Garcia leading the line.

Kylian Mbappe has withdrawn his legal complaint for moral harassment and attempted extortion against Paris Saint-Germain, just days before facing his former club in the Club World Cup semi-final. However, the Real Madrid superstar continues to pursue €55 million in unpaid wages through France’s labor courts, keeping his financial battle with Les Parisiens alive.

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique will be without the services of two defenders for the remainder of the Club World Cup due to suspension.

Real Madrid legend Claude Makelele has picked another top contender for the Ballon d'Or over Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal.

Mason Greenwood has returned to Marseille training and linked up with new signing Angel Gomes as the club prepare for the Ligue 1 season.

Juventus are going to prepare a new proposal to ensure Randal Kolo Muani stays with them, but Paris Saint-Germain are against another loan deal.