Al-Ittihad have identified Jurgen Klopp as their preferred candidate to become the club's next manager. However, the former Liverpool boss' representative has firmly ruled out any move to Saudi Arabia this year as Klopp remains focused on his role with Red Bull.
Joshua Kimmich has revealed he will be supporting Arsenal in the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. The Bayern Munich midfielder wants Germany team-mate Kai Havertz to lift the trophy and believes success at club level could benefit the national team ahead of the World Cup.
Marcos Senesi has agreed a move to Bournemouth's Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur after signing a four-year contract at the club. The 29-year-old Argentina international will officially move to North London as a free agent when his current agreement at the Vitality Stadium expires on June 30.
Mikel Arteta has handed Arsenal fans the news they were dreaming of ahead of the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. The Gunners boss confirmed that Jurrien Timber has won his race against time to be available for the historic showdown in Budapest.
Martin Odegaard insists Arsenal harbour no fear ahead of Saturday's Champions League final against favourites Paris Saint-Germain. The Gunners skipper believes that securing the Premier League title has given his squad the ultimate confidence boost required to overcome the reigning European champions at the Puskas Arena.
Paris Saint-Germain captain Marquinhos has issued a firm warning to his team-mates regarding Arsenal's exceptional set-piece efficiency ahead of the Champions League final. The veteran Brazilian defender is demanding total concentration from the French champions, who will look to defend their European title at the Puskas Arena.
Ruben Dias has confirmed his relationship with Maya Jama has ended, while strongly rejecting rumours that he was unfaithful. The Manchester City defender said speculation had gone too far after repeated reports led to questions from members of his own family.
Atletico Madrid have mocked Barcelona's reported interest in Julian Alvarez by unveiling parody 'signings' of several Barca stars. The stunt was accompanied by a strongly-worded statement accusing the Catalan club of running a campaign designed to unsettle the Argentina forward.
Anthony Gordon has completed a sensational £69.3 million (€80m) move from Newcastle United to Barcelona, signing a five-year contract with the Catalan giants. The 25-year-old England international, who finished as the Magpies' top goalscorer last season, shocked the presentation crowd by conducting part of his first official press conference in fluent Spanish.
Anthony Gordon has expressed his immense pride and excitement after completing a spectacular €80 million move from Newcastle United to Barcelona. The 25-year-old England international signed a five-year contract with the Catalan giants, fulfilling a childhood ambition to represent the club on the grandest stage in European football.
Thomas Muller has demanded an explanation from Anthony Gordon after the England winger rejected a move to Bayern Munich in favour of a sensational €80 million switch to Barcelona. The German giants were heavily linked with the 25-year-old attacker, but the Liga champions moved quickly to secure his signature on a five-year contract.
Raheem Sterling has been arrested on suspicion of drug driving following a crash involving his Lamborghini on the M3. The 31-year-old was released on bail as police continue their investigation into the incident.
With a sometimes spectacular brand of football, Luis Enrique has thrived as PSG's head coach. On Saturday, he can defend the Champions League crown. Yet his first major managerial role ended in failure.
Barcelona have confirmed the signing of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle in a deal worth a potential €80 million (£69.3m). The Catalan side jumped ahead of Bayern Munich to quickly wrap up the signing of the English winger, who has committed to a five-year contract with the Liga champions.
Brenden Aaronson briefly left USMNT camp for his wedding, giving teammates a chance to reflect on family, growth and the bonds that have shaped this World Cup group.
Miami has experienced Lionel Messi mania since the Argentine GOAT made his way to MLS, with the Sunshine State now preparing for a Scottish invasion during the 2026 World Cup. Robert Snodgrass expects that party to be just as special, if not even more raucous, with the Tartan Army hoping to see history made on North American soil this summer.
Michael Olise and Lamine Yamal are two of the best right wingers in world football, but Marcel Desailly has told GOAL when Bayern Munich’s superstar Frenchman remains a “step below” Barcelona’s teenage wonderkid. Both forwards continue to post remarkable numbers for club and country, with their awe-inspiring skill sets about to illuminate the 2026 World Cup.
The role that Gary Neville and Roy Keane played in turning Cristiano Ronaldo into a footballing “robot” has been explained to GOAL by Eric Djemba-Djemba, with the Portuguese icon wiping away tears while heading down the path to superstardom. Some rough treatment was handed out during his first spell at Manchester United, but the all-time great has never been the type to back down from a challenge.
Elliot Anderson boasts enough potential to become “one of the very best”, Jack Colback has told GOAL, with the in-demand Nottingham Forest star considered to be an “old-fashioned” midfielder that is capable of doing a bit of everything. That skill set is said to be attracting admiring glances from Manchester, with City and United both mulling over the merits of a big-money transfer bid.
USMNT strikers Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi have become the subject of Premier League transfer predictions, with Brad Friedel telling GOAL that both could end up in the English top-flight. It is suggested that the former may link up with one of the “big boys”, while the latter would benefit from using “mid to lower teams” as another career stepping stone.
Andre Onana has been told why a permanent transfer away from Manchester United needs to be arranged this summer, with the Cameroonian goalkeeper being informed by fellow countryman Eric Djemba-Djemba that demanding fans in England “don’t care” about second chances. A number of costly mistakes across two seasons at Old Trafford have led to Onana suffering a loss of confidence and heading out on loan.