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Bayer Leverkusen have secured one of Germany's brightest young talents after winning a heated race for Hertha Berlin sensation Kennet Eichhorn. The 16-year-old has reportedly passed a medical with the Bundesliga club ahead of a €9m transfer to BayArena, having decided to snub interest from Liverpool and RB Leipzig.

After 18 years of protests, controversy, disillusion and division, the Glazer family's time in charge of football operations at Manchester United came to an end after Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS' purchase of a 25 percent stake in the club in early 2024. United had been debt-free until the Glazers invested just £270 million (£346m) of their own money into the £790m ($1 billion) deal that saw them become new owners back in 2005, with the rest borrowed against the club. And the Glazers have been accused of using the Red Devils as a cash cow to fund their business empire in the United States ever since.

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has leapt to the defence of Kylian Mbappe, claiming the forward has been unfairly targeted during a turbulent second season at Real Madrid. The legendary coach believes the Frenchman has been cast as a "scapegoat" at the Bernabeu but is tipped to explode back into form at the upcoming World Cup.

Paris Saint-Germain stars Vitinha and Joao Neves have been the subject of intense transfer speculation ahead of the summer window, with Real Madrid reportedly monitoring the Portuguese pair. However, super agent Jorge Mendes has now stepped in to clarify where his clients will be playing their football next season.

Chelsea legend Joe Cole has urged the Blues to consider a sensational swoop for Marcus Rashford as the Manchester United forward prepares to return to Old Trafford. The 28-year-old spent a successful season on loan at Barcelona but now finds himself in transfer limbo ahead of a crucial summer window.

Tottenham Hotspur have officially begun their summer overhaul by announcing the departure of 11 players following the expiration of their contracts. The list is headlined by midfielder Yves Bissouma, who leaves north London after a turbulent period despite previously helping the club to continental success.

Legends, last chances and rising stars: the stories that make football special on the grandest sporting stage of all – the World Cup.

Arsenal legend Paul Merson has floated a sensational transfer theory, suggesting that Mikel Arteta may be weighing up the shock sale of captain Martin Odegaard this summer. Despite the Norwegian leading the Gunners to their first Premier League title in over two decades last season, concerns over his recent impact and injury record have led to questions regarding his long-term future in North London.

The first central Asian side to ever qualify, can Fabio Cannavaro inspire his team to make more history in North America?

Los Cafeteros reached the 2024 Copa America final, so can they back that up with another strong showing this summer?

Back on the global stage after over half-a-century away, can the African side make their mark in North America?

One of four tournament debutants, can the Asian side spring any shocks in North America?

Ralf Rangnick's side caught the eye at Euro 2024, so can they impress again upon their return to the global stage?

After missing the previous two World Cups, will the Fennecs again prove to be a tough nut to crack for some of the elite sides?

Back at the tournament for the first time since 1998, will Erling Haaland be able to carry the Scandinavians deep into the knockouts?

The 48th and final team to secure their spot at the tournament, can the Asian side make up for their 40 years away by producing some shocks?

Perhaps the strongest African team at the tournament, can the Cup of Nations 'winners' survive the Group of Death?

With Marcelo Bielsa in charge, can the two-time winners again force their way into the latter stages?

Having changed manager on the eve of the tournament, can the Saudis spring another shock after beating Argentina in 2022?

One of four tournament debutants, can the African nation defy the odds and progress past the group stages?

The lowest-ranked team at the tournament, can the All Whites cause a surprise and push for a knockouts berth?

Against all odds, Team Melli will take part this summer - but do they have enough resolve left to cause an upset or two?

The Pharoahs are back on the global stage after missing out in 2022 - but can they end their 92-year wait to once again feature in the knockout rounds?

The majority of the 'Golden Generation' have moved on - so do the Red Devils have enough talent left to challenge?

Perennial qualifiers, can Tunisia finally find a way into the knockouts this time round?

The Scandinavians rode their luck to reach the tournament, so can their high-powered attack now take advantage and fire them to a deep run?

Samurai Blue have produced some eye-catching results in the build-up to the tournament, so how far can they go in North America?

Though tough to break down, will La Tri be able to score enough goals to make a lasting impression on the tournament?

The Elephants have not always lived up expectation at World Cups, so can they change that narrative in North America?