Atalanta are considering cashing in on Charles De Ketelaere following his standout performances at the World Cup, with Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain expressing interest. The Serie A side have slapped a €50 million valuation on the Belgian playmaker as European giants prepare to battle for his signature during the summer window.
Real Madrid icon Luis Figo believes Kylian Mbappe remains a primary contender for the 2026 Ballon d’Or following a stellar World Cup campaign. The former Portugal international also addressed the persistent rumours linking Manchester City’s midfield anchor Rodri with a high-profile move to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Former Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has explained why Lamine Yamal was unable to produce his absolute best form during Spain's triumph at the 2026 World Cup. The teenage prodigy entered the tournament following a lengthy injury layoff, but the Polish veteran praised his former team-mate's crucial contribution to La Roja's victory.
Lionel Messi's leadership has often been defined by his actions on the pitch, but new details have emerged regarding his vocal role in the dressing room during Argentina's 2026 World Cup campaign. Following a viral video that captured the legendary No.10 delivering a focused message to his squad before the final against Spain, fans and theorists alike began to wonder if there was a hidden meaning behind his specific choice of words.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is considering joining an investment consortium led by Amit Bhatia to secure a minority stake in Liverpool. The potential deal, valued at around £1.35bn, would allow Fenway Sports Group to retain majority control while opening up significant strategic and financial opportunities for the Merseyside club.
Lamine Yamal has opened up on the touching moment he shared with Lionel Messi following the 2026 World Cup final. The teenage sensation helped Spain overcome Argentina in a historic showdown, but it was the post-match exchange with the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner that truly resonated with him.
Chelsea could have a problem on their hands when Enzo Fernandez returns from his post-World Cup holiday - both figuratively and literally. The midfielder and his outspoken agent have made it abundantly clear that he wants to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, and following the ugly conclusion to Argentina's quest for glory in North America, Enzo is now expected to "explore his options". The problem is, he might not have any.
With the World Cup over and pre-season friendlies beginning in earnest over the next week, it feels like the new club season is hurtling towards us at a rather alarming rate. With that in mind, managers are getting increasingly twitchy when it comes to transfers, with coaches around Europe keen to know which players they will and won't be able to call upon over the coming weeks and months.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri is set to undergo surgery on a back injury, casting significant doubt over his availability for the start of the 2026-27 campaign. The Spain captain returned from international duty after leading his country to World Cup glory, but the Premier League giants now face an extended period without their key anchor.
Mario Balotelli insists he has absolutely no regrets about his turbulent football career. The controversial Italian striker admits to making numerous mistakes during his younger days, but maintains a clear conscience, declaring that he has never intentionally caused harm to anyone while experiencing the inevitable highs and lows of professional football.
