Ligue 1 news

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was given a hero's welcome as he arrived to complete the formalities of his return to Marseille.

Paris Saint-Germain are closing in on the signing of Illya Zabarnyi from AFC Bournemouth, with the transfer reportedly in its final stages. The 22-year-old Ukrainian centre-back is poised to join the reigning Ligue 1 champions, with only a few minor formalities left before the agreement is officially concluded.

Ex-Tottenham defender Serge Aurier has signed for Iranian side Persepolis after over a year without a club, reigniting his career in a surprise move.

Under immense financial pressure from legal battles, John Textor faces a British court over an €82 million (£71m/$93m) debt from his Lyon investment.

Paul Pogba and Ansu Fati will not be ready to feature for Monaco by the time the season begins, with the head coach not looking to rush them.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang hailed Mason Greenwood as the "star boy" as the former Arsenal striker admitted his excitement at linking up with the English forward at Marseille. The 36-year-old forward, who previously spent the 2023–24 season with the French club, returns after parting ways with Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah earlier this month. He left the Saudi club on a free transfer and has reportedly signed a new deal that keeps him at Marseille until the summer of 2027.

Liverpool have agreed a £15 million ($20m) fee with Lyon for England Under-21 star Tyler Morton as the Reds continue their smart transfer business.

Gianluigi Donnarumma has reportedly been told by Paris Saint-Germain about their plan to sign Lucas Chevalier from LOSC Lille, leaving the Italian understandably frustrated.

New Chelsea recruit Kendry Paez will spend the season at Strasbourg after arriving in Europe from his native Ecuador, but has been backed to become a superstar in the future.

Mason Greenwood extended his impressive run of form by adding another goal to his growing pre-season tally as Marseille secured a 1-1 draw with Spanish outfit Sevilla at the Stade Vélodrome. The 23-year-old forward found the net with a clever, stooping header after meeting a perfectly delivered cross from the left flank by Ulisses Garcia.

Emi Martinez has been linked with Manchester United, but could end up helping them to prise Gianluigi Donnarumma away from Paris Saint-Germain.

Mason Greenwood is said to be attracting more interest from Italy, with the Marseille forward reportedly registering on Inter's recruitment radar.

After signing several attacking reinforcements this summer, Marseille are preparing to part ways with Neal Maupay to reduce their wage expenditure.

Lucas Beraldo has told Paris Saint-Germain he wants to leave, but the Ligue 1 giants are refusing to sanction a move until strict conditions are met.

Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe is raring to go after returning for pre-season ahead of the start of the new 2025-26 campaign.

Chelsea have been dealt a major blow after they decided not to include a buy-back clause in the deal for Diego Moreira, who has been dubbed the "new Marcelo" amid a strong run of form. Moreira’s latest masterclass came in Strasbourg’s electrifying 3-3 draw with Paris Saint-Germain, where he notched both a goal and an assist against the reigning European champions.

Liverpool have confirmed the sale of academy product Tyler Morton to French side Lyon for a deal worth £15 million (€17.2m).