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FIFA president Gianni Infantino has taken to social media to celebrate the historic achievements of Kylian Mbappe following the conclusion of the World Cup in North America. The head of world football's governing body also used his platform to issue a stern condemnation of racist abuse directed at the French captain.

Manchester City are exploring a summer move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as a direct replacement for Savinho. The Brazilian attacker is reportedly pushing for a transfer to Tottenham Hotspur following a frustrating season with limited minutes at the Etihad Stadium. Meanwhile, Neto could be forced out of Stamford Bridge after falling down the pecking order under Xabi Alonso.

Barcelona have launched a fresh offensive to keep their pursuit of Julian Alvarez alive despite growing resistance from Atletico Madrid. Sporting director Deco has reportedly travelled to the capital for a discreet meeting with the Argentine’s representative to explore a path forward for the high-profile transfer.

Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek is on the verge of completing a permanent transfer to Championship side Middlesbrough. The talented youngster was left on the bench during the recent pre-season victory over Atletico Madrid, clearly signalling his impending departure from Old Trafford as he actively searches for regular first-team football ahead of the new campaign.

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has backed Manchester City to retain their status as the dominant force in English football, tipping Enzo Maresca to secure the Premier League title in his debut season at the Etihad. The pundit believes the race will be a straight shootout between the Cityzens and reigning champions Arsenal, effectively ruling his former club and Manchester United out of the running.

Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha has been heavily backed to achieve greater heights in his football career than Yan Diomande. Despite Diomande nearing a massive move to Real Madrid, expectations are incredibly high for Ngumoha at Anfield following his stunning breakthrough season and impressive international debut for England, with predictions that he will become an absolute sensation.

Rising star Zavier Gozo is close to finalizing a move to Crystal Palace, GOAL can confirm. The Premier League club is deep in talks to sign the Real Salt Lake winger/wingback, with the deal expected to include a transfer fee in the range of $15 million. The teenager has been linked with several top European clubs in recent months, but Palace are close to finalizing a move that would see him make his next step in England.

Gareth Bale’s standing in the pantheon of footballing greats remains a hot topic of debate long after his retirement from the professional game. While the Welsh wizard conquered Europe multiple times with Real Madrid, questions often persist regarding his legacy compared to other British icons like Wayne Rooney.

Alejandro Garnacho has endured a nightmare start to his Aston Villa career after being forced off with a bloodied face during a pre-season friendly against BG Pathum in Thailand. The winger sustained a facial injury following a collision, adding to the club's concerns as they prepare for the new Premier League campaign after securing his highly anticipated loan move.

Dominik Szoboszlai has played down a public confrontation with Liverpool team-mate Curtis Jones, insisting there is no lingering animosity between the pair following a heated exchange during the club’s pre-season tour. The Hungarian midfielder was spotted in a visible disagreement with the academy graduate following a friendly victory over Wrexham, leading to intense speculation regarding a rift in the dressing room.

Manchester United have admitted to making significant mistakes in their recent ticket touting investigation, conceding that they severely underestimated how frequently loyal supporters share their account login details. The club acknowledge that this crackdown has caused genuine distress and upset among genuine fans who feared their season tickets would be unfairly confiscated.

Larry Berg will succeed Don Garber as commissioner of MLS at the end of the year - but is he the right man for the job?

Xabi Alonso has confirmed Mykhailo Mudryk could feature against Juventus in Hong Kong after his four-year doping ban was rescinded. The winger rejoined the Chelsea squad on Tuesday, receiving a massive reception from local fans. Despite the Ukrainian returning to group training, his long-term future remains uncertain as three Premier League clubs circle.

Barcelona have sent shockwaves through the transfer market by completing the signing of Brazilian forward Kerolin Nicoli from Manchester City. The deal represents a landmark moment for the women’s game, setting a new benchmark for valuations in the English top flight.

Former West Ham United chairman David Sullivan has been strongly advised by the operators of the London Stadium not to attend the club's home fixtures. The advice comes amid concerns over potential fan unrest and anti-social behaviour following recent historic sexual misconduct allegations, which the former director categorically denies.

Nottingham Forest have emerged as a surprise contender to sign Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders as the summer transfer window enters its final stages. Manager Oliver Glasner has identified the Netherlands international as a priority target to bolster his engine room at the City Ground, though the Premier League side faces stiff competition from some of Europe’s biggest heavyweights.

Chelsea, Arsenal, the Orlando Pride and the London City Lionesses all broke the world record in 2025 alone, as spending in the women's game grows

Anthony Taylor has wasted no time in securing his next high-profile role in football just weeks after hanging up his whistle. The veteran English official has officially moved into a leadership position within a major European league to help develop the next generation of match officials.

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It's here. The 2026 summer transfer window has arrived and it promises to be an extremely eventful one in the women's game, with several huge stars on the move. Alexia Putellas, Georgia Stanway and Sam Kerr are just some of those who have already completed summer transfers, with there plenty of rumours and reports of more to come and some surprises sure to be sprung, too.

Tottenham Hotspur have been offered the chance to sign USA striker Folarin Balogun. The forward, who recently created a sensation at the World Cup, could join this summer.

U.S. Soccer has announced the U.S. Men's National Team's upcoming fall friendlies, which will be the team's first matches of the 2030 World Cup cycle. To start that cycle, the U.S. will start with matches against Peru and Chile before facing local rivals Mexico and Canada in the final two games of the new four-game window.

U.S. Men's National Team midfielder Gio Reyna has officially signed with Strasbourg, the Ligue 1 club announced on Tuesday. The move sees Reyna join his fourth club in as many years as the 23-year-old American star looks to get his career back on track by earning more minutes in France's top flight.

Enzo Maresca has inherited a flawless machine following Pep Guardiola's historic decade of dominance, but the Italian manager is still searching for a crucial missing piece. While Manchester City do not require a massive overhaul this summer, the loss of key veterans has forced the club to actively seek experienced transfers to balance a squad chasing further glory.

John Obi Mikel has sensationally claimed that Vinicius Junior is simply using Arsenal as a bargaining chip to land a lucrative new contract at Real Madrid. The former Chelsea midfielder believes the Brazilian superstar has no intention of moving to the Emirates Stadium despite mounting speculation regarding a record-breaking Premier League transfer.

Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac have never been shy when it comes to spending at Wrexham, with Lee Trundle telling GOAL why more transfer business is to be expected. The Red Dragons continue to chase the Premier League promotion dream, with it possible that more records will be broken as players arrive in deals that are worth more than £10 million ($13m).

Kevin De Bruyne could be set to leave Napoli after just one season in Serie A. The 35-year-old playmaker is attracting strong interest from MLS sides Chicago Fire and San Diego FC, although Inter Miami have definitively been ruled out of the race.

Liverpool have no plans to trigger Jarell Quansah's £70 million buyback clause despite suffering a severe defensive injury crisis. Head coach Andoni Iraola has admitted his squad is light on centre-backs, but the club are prioritising other areas in the transfer market.