Ligue 1 news

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Kylian Mbappe has withdrawn his legal complaint for moral harassment and attempted extortion against Paris Saint-Germain, just days before facing his former club in the Club World Cup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.

Luis Enrique has come to the defence of Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after he was criticised following Jamal Musiala's injury.

Endrick's immediate future may lie away from Real Madrid, with Marseille one of the two clubs interested in signing the youngster on loan.

Achraf Hakimi has denied it was his decision to leave Real Madrid, with the right-back stating he is having a lot of "fun" at Paris Saint-Germain.

Manchester United have unveiled the signing of rising French talent Enzo Kana-Biyik as their latest addition. The gifted forward, who departed Le Havre at the end of his contract, will immediately embark on a loan spell with Swiss outfit Lausanne-Sport. He joins fellow newcomers Matheus Cunha and Diego Leon as the Red Devils' newest signings this summer.

Former Bayern Munich defender Mats Hummels claimed that Gianluigi Donnarumma's challenge on Jamal Musiala was a completely normal action.

Real Madrid have scheduled a direct meeting with Rodrygo next week. The final decision on his future will rest with the player, per a new report.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could link up with Mason Greenwood at the Stade Velodrome as Marseille reportedly eye a swoop to sign the former Arsenal striker. The 36-year-old forward, who currently plays for Al-Qadsiah, is said to be on the verge of leaving the Saudi Pro League side and could become a free agent in the coming weeks.

Former Lyon chief John Textor has labelled himself an 'agent of change' as he slammed French football's 'corrupt' governance and watchdog decisions.

Real Madrid legend Gareth Bale has joined in on the Ballon d'Or discussion and believes his pick for the accolade is the favourite "by some way".

Gianluigi Donnarumma is attracting interest from a host of Premier League clubs, with his Paris Saint-Germain contract set to expire in 2026.

Angel Gomes called Mason Greenwood his "little brother," with the English international now reunited with his former Manchester United team-mate.