Bundesliga news

Union Berlin have firmly defended Marie-Louise Eta after misogynistic criticism followed her historic promotion to head coach. Sporting director Horst Heldt condemned the backlash as “insane” and “embarrassing” while insisting the club has complete faith in her leadership.

This season, Bayer Leverkusen are competing in three competitions. SPOX tells you where you can watch their Bundesliga, Champions League and DFB-Pokal matches live.

Liverpool have been informed of the only way that they could prise Michael Olise away from Bayern Munich, with the Reds about to scour the transfer market for a suitable successor to Mohamed Salah. Ex-Crystal Palace star Olise would fit the mould, but Stan Collymore has explained to GOAL why it will be almost impossible to bring the France international back to the Premier League.

1. FC Köln looks set to keep its coveted forward Said El Mala for the upcoming campaign.

Bayern Munich have identified Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon as a key attacking target. Vincent Kompany wants more competition for Luis Diaz, with Die Roten reportedly ready to test Newcastle’s resolve with a £50 million bid.

Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund are close to securing the transfer of FC Famalicao centre-back Ibrahima Ba, according to a Portuguese media report.

Striker Gonzalo Garcia, who is reportedly attracting interest from the Bundesliga and elsewhere, appears to have no future at Real Madrid.

BVB faces a potentially disastrous financial shortfall this summer.

FC Bayern Munich may be in a weak position if Nico Schlotterbeck switches clubs after the World Cup. Latest FCB news and rumours.

BVB have reportedly sounded out a move for super-talent Kennet Eichhorn. Nevertheless, the club could still face a hefty financial hit over another player this summer. The latest news and rumours surrounding Borussia Dortmund.

The rumour mill has been in overdrive since Monday evening: is Anthony Gordon set to join FC Bayern this summer? It seems plausible, yet remains unlikely.

It is widely accepted that FC Bayern are seeking an alternative to Luis Díaz. Now, another surprising name has surfaced.

Nick Woltemade’s goal drought has been a major talking point for weeks ahead of the World Cup. Now his manager at Newcastle United has also spoken out clearly. Is a blockbuster transfer on the cards this summer?

Despite Nico Schlotterbeck’s contract extension, the debate rages on. Lothar Matthäus insists he knows who masterminded the much-debated release clause.