Barcelona have identified Julian Alvarez as their primary target to lead the line for the long-term, but the Catalan giants are not prepared to pay over the odds for the Atletico Madrid star. As Hansi Flick looks to reshape his squad for the upcoming campaign, the club have established a clear financial ceiling for the Argentine international.
Negotiations haven’t officially begun yet, but everyone is aware of the Catalan club’s moves. And Inter? They haven’t responded to the figures on the table.
Chelsea's dreams of winning a first-ever Women's Champions League title hang by a thread after losing 3-1 to rivals and holders Arsenal in the first leg of their quarter-final. Both sides' flailing Women's Super League campaigns means the importance of their European exploits have only increased, and it is the Gunners who hold the advantage heading into next week's second leg at Stamford Bridge.
Arsenal's run to last year's Women's Champions League trophy was characterised by astonishing comebacks but it doesn't look like the Gunners will need one to continue their title defence beyond the quarter-final stage, after beating Chelsea 3-1 in the first leg of their all-English last eight tie on Tuesday night. Goals from Stina Blackstenius and Chloe Kelly allowed the reigning European champions to take an advantage into next week's meeting at Stamford Bridge, in which they will only need to avoid defeat to reach the semi-finals.
Julian Nagelsmann has moved to overhaul his backroom staff as Germany ramp up their preparations for the 2026 World Cup. The German Football Association (DFB) confirmed on Tuesday that they have secured a deal to bring in a high-profile specialist to ensure the squad is in peak physical condition for the tournament.
Bayern Munich star Joshua Kimmich has warned that Germany cannot be considered among the top favourites for the 2026 World Cup. As the captain prepares his squad for their upcoming friendly against Switzerland, he insists that past tournament failures mean the four-time world champions must prove themselves all over again on the global stage.
Brazil national team manager Carlo Ancelotti has compared his squad's footballing DNA to the vibrant energy of Carnival ahead of the upcoming World Cup. While the Italian tactician praised his team's incredible attacking talent and promised an entertaining style of play, he also openly addressed a concerning lack of depth in the traditional full-back positions.
Borussia Dortmund face a defining moment in their squad planning as the future of star defender Nico Schlotterbeck remains clouded in uncertainty. While the German international is a cornerstone of the project at Westfalenstadion, the club is still waiting for a definitive signal regarding his long-term commitment.
Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori has opened up on the intense man-management style of Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso, jokingly claiming the Azzurri boss has called him more frequently than his own mother in recent months. The versatile 23-year-old is preparing for a crucial World Cup play-off against Northern Ireland as Italy look to avoid missing out on a third consecutive tournament.
The German centre-back’s future hangs in the balance, but now that his injury problems are behind him, he wants to finish the season – including the World Cup – on a high.
Real Madrid’s handling of Kylian Mbappé’s injury could apparently have had drastic consequences. Now, explosive allegations have come to light, and the superstar himself has also spoken out about his time of suffering.
Mexico have been forced to turn to old heads and backups ahead of a pair of crucial friendlies, and the results could be dire for a side with big expectations
Manchester United have officially confirmed that their ambitious £2 billion project to build a state-of-the-art, 100,000-capacity stadium will be funded entirely through private investment. Moving away from earlier suggestions of taxpayer support by minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, club executive Collette Roche detailed the financial roadmap for the 'Wembley of the North'.
An update on the latest developments regarding the future of the Egyptian striker, who is set to embark on a new chapter as his career draws to a close
Athletic Club have opened advanced negotiations with former Borussia Dortmund head coach Edin Terzic regarding their managerial vacancy. The 43-year-old is the primary candidate to succeed Ernesto Valverde, who recently confirmed his intention to step down at the end of the current campaign.
Real Madrid allegedly committed an astonishing medical blunder by examining the wrong knee of superstar forward Kylian Mbappe. The French international was reportedly left furious after the club’s medical staff focused on his healthy right leg instead of his injured left one, forcing the 27-year-old to travel to Paris to seek expert help and a proper diagnosis to avoid having major surgery.
The footballing world has been rocked by the news that Mohamed Salah will officially leave Liverpool at the end of the current season. The Egyptian forward broke the news himself on Tuesday evening, releasing a highly emotional video across social media to announce his impending departure.
Didier Deschamps is preparing to step down as the manager of the France national team following the 2026 World Cup in North America. After 14 years in charge, he is leaving his options open regarding his next career move, while legendary former Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to take over the managerial reins this summer.
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