Real Madrid defender Marc Cucurella has finally broken his silence regarding the intense speculation that linked him with a return to Barcelona during the summer transfer window. The Spanish international, who has established himself as a key figure under Jose Mourinho at the Bernabeu, also revealed a cheeky attempt to lure Rodri to the Spanish capital before the midfielder opted for a move to Catalonia instead.
Roma and Milan are reportedly lining up a January loan approach for Real Madrid forward Endrick following his lack of game time in Spain. Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has publicly expressed his frustration over the 20-year-old's situation, demanding that the talented youngster gets regular minutes to develop properly.
In an era where superstar No.10s are all the rage - with Bruno Fernandes, Cole Palmer and Rayan Cherki among those strutting their stuff in the Premier League - are Liverpool lacking “magic” in that department? Ray Houghton has answered that question for GOAL, with the Reds legend addressing the ongoing struggles being endured by £116 million ($154m) playmaker Florian Wirtz.
Liverpool's high-profile move for Florian Wirtz last summer is being labelled a total disaster as former Reds star Didi Hamann suggests the club should prepare to cut their losses. The German international has failed to live up to his massive price tag, sparking intense debate over whether he will ever adapt to the demands of the Premier League.
United States goalkeeper Diego Kochen is enjoying a brilliant start to his loan spell at Danish outfit Lyngby from Barcelona. The young shot-stopper has earned a senior international call-up from Mauricio Pochettino after putting in a string of standout performances in Scandinavia.
Barcelona are increasingly confident of securing a permanent transfer for Marc-Andre ter Stegen next summer following his successful loan spell at Ajax. The German goalkeeper has regained his top form in Amsterdam, attracting serious interest from the Premier League and earning an international recall.
Barcelona winger Anthony Gordon has weighed in on the identity crisis surrounding the England national team, insisting that the Three Lions must stop trying to mimic the technical mastery of Spain. Following England's heart-breaking World Cup semi-final exit, the former Newcastle man believes the nation needs to embrace its own chaotic, athletic roots rather than chasing a style that simply does not fit the English DNA.
Emile Heskey has, in an exclusive interview with GOAL, named Celtic boss Martin O’Neill and Liverpool icon Gerard Houllier as the best managers that he worked under. The ex- England international, who spent time with Leicester and at Anfield in his playing days, is now helping to find potential Premier League coaches of the future as part of an inspiring new enterprise.
Harvey Elliott’s quest to revitalise his career away from Anfield has hit another significant roadblock during his loan spell with Valencia. The Liverpool midfielder, who joined the Spanish side in search of regular minutes, is now facing intense scrutiny over his physical condition and future in La Liga.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are locked in a fierce transfer battle to sign 15-year-old Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel. While Los Blancos have presented a more lucrative financial offer, the Catalan giants hope to lure the teenager with a rapid pathway to first-team football.
Arsenal starlet Myles Lewis-Skelly has raised eyebrows by naming a current Tottenham Hotspur player as the most difficult opponent he has encountered in the Premier League. The 19-year-old utility man, who has enjoyed a meteoric rise under Mikel Arteta, bypassed the division's established superstars to highlight a rival from across north London.
Ibrahima Konate has been forced to withdraw from Zinedine Zidane's first France squad after suffering a knee injury in training. The Real Madrid centre-back returns to his club immediately, with Manchester United youngster Leny Yoro receiving his first senior call-up ahead of the Nations League clash against Turkey.
An in-house goal “competition” at Chelsea between Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers is inevitable, Carlton Cole has told GOAL, with there benefits to be found in the “banter” that two close friends are indulging in. Having been reunited at Stamford Bridge, the ex-Manchester City colleagues are determined to outperform one another in 2026-27.
Anthony Gordon has broken his silence on the controversial tactical decisions that defined England’s World Cup semi-final exit, admitting he was shocked to be substituted by Thomas Tuchel. The Barcelona winger had fired the Three Lions into the lead against Argentina, only to be withdrawn for a defender as the team ultimately collapsed in heartbreaking fashion.
Barcelona midfielder Rodri has strongly backed one of his Spanish international team-mates to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or following La Roja's World Cup triumph. The former Manchester City man named six deserving compatriots while notably snubbing several high-profile candidates like Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane.
