Interest in Kerim Alajbegovic from England and Italy is high. It is not only the player who are now benefiting from the bidding war among the major clubs, but Bayer Leverkusen too. The Werkself will thereby break a transfer record of Bayern Munich.
World football is standing on the precipice of a civil war as FIFPRO Europe joins a growing revolt against FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The players’ union has formally condemned a radical proposal to sell commercial stakes in the World Cup to private investors, warning it could destroy the integrity of the sport.
Carlo Ancelotti has revealed why he rejected an approach to manage the Italy national team, opting instead to stay with Brazil. The 67-year-old manager reaffirmed his commitment to the Selecao project following a turbulent coaching search by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC).
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has broken his silence on Neymar’s retirement from international football, staunchly defending his choice to include the veteran in his 2026 World Cup squad. The Italian tactician admitted the superstar’s physical preparation was a source of frustration but insisted his presence was vital for the Selecao.
Eddie Howe is set to step down as Newcastle head coach after nearly five years in charge at St James' Park. Former Red Bull Salzburg and current Al-Ahli boss Matthias Jaissle is reportedly poised to take over at the Magpies.
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has launched a scathing attack on FIFA president Gianni Infantino, expressing his disgust at proposals to involve private investors in the World Cup. The outspoken Bavarian chief suggested that the global governing body has lost its way, prioritising commercial gain over the integrity of the sport.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended controversial plans to sell a minority stake in the World Cup following a furious backlash from regional confederations. Infantino insisted the $20 billion commercial proposal is merely an "opportunity" and "not an obligation" as consultation begins.
VfL Wolfsburg are doing in the second division what they always liked doing most in the Bundesliga: spending money hand over fist. Only the financial differences in the lower tier are even more extreme. Is that simply mad, or already a distortion of competition?
After speculation recently centred mainly on a move to Italy, Leon Goretzka now apparently has his sights set on a spectacular transfer to another country.
Karim Adeyemi is already making waves at the Ciutat Esportiva, with his new Barcelona team-mates left stunned by the German's explosive physical attributes. Alejandro Balde has been the first to lift the lid on the forward's integration, revealing that the pair have quickly hit it off during the club's pre-season preparations.
Mikel Arteta has called on his Arsenal players to push the club into a "different dimension" following their Premier League title triumph. The Spanish boss insists that ending their 22-year wait for the trophy is merely the baseline for future success.
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