Brighton & Hove Albion are closely monitoring rising Juventus attacker Adin Licina following his impressive start to the season on loan in Italy's second tier. Fabian Hurzeler's side face stiff competition from Bundesliga outfit RB Leipzig and domestic rivals as they weigh up a potential winter approach for the German teenager.
Harry Kane has revealed his plans to treat his Bayern Munich and England colleagues to special gifts following his historic Ballon d'Or triumph in London. The 33-year-old striker enjoyed an incredible 2026, scoring a combined 73 goals for club and country to claim football's most prestigious individual prize.
Harry Kane has addressed the growing speculation regarding a potential knighthood after becoming the first Englishman in 25 years to win the Ballon d'Or. The Bayern Munich striker admitted that while the honour would be life-changing, he remains grounded amidst the national frenzy.
Vincent Kompany has been discharged from hospital, five days after collapsing at Bayern Munich's training ground on Friday. Max Eberl has now revealed that the head coach's condition was diagnosed as meningeal irritation, and while no timescale has been set for his return, Bayern's board member for sport is confident he will be back to full fitness very soon.
Harry Kane's wife Kate has shared an emotional Instagram tribute to the England captain after he was crowned the world's best player at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in London on Monday night. Kate told her husband he deserves the award "more than anything", while the Bayern Munich striker had already used his acceptance speech to thank his childhood sweetheart and their four children.
Thierry Henry has fiercely defended his performance as host of the recent Ballon d'Or ceremony following a wave of social media backlash. The Arsenal and France legend found himself at the centre of several controversies after his interactions with Lamine Yamal and co-host Kate Scott divided opinion among viewers.
Vincent Kompany is believed to have dislocated his shoulder after collapsing at Bayern Munich's training ground, with doctors ruling out a heart attack and stroke. The Bayern boss remains in hospital as tests continue, while Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane has revealed that his manager phoned him on Monday and insisted he is feeling good and on the mend.
Bayern Munich chief executive Jan-Christian Dreesen has backed French winger Michael Olise to win a future Ballon d'Or as the German giants prepare fresh contract discussions. The Bavarian hierarchy are eager to tie down their prized playmaker beyond his existing 2029 deal after seeing off transfer interest from Real Madrid during the summer.
Former Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has paid a glowing tribute to ex-Spurs colleague Harry Kane after the Bayern Munich striker lifted the 2026 Ballon d'Or in London on Monday night. Having shared a dressing room for a decade in north London, the French veteran praised the England captain's complete game and grounded personality.
Former Tottenham Hotspur forward Clive Allen has offered to mentor Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane if the newly crowned Ballon d'Or winner pursues a second sporting career in the NFL. The England captain has long admired American football and remains open to trying his hand as a placekicker once he eventually hangs up his boots.
Harry Kane has returned to Bayern Munich's Sabener Strasse training base to a rapturous reception after his historic crowning as the world's best player. The England captain made history in London by becoming the first Englishman to win the Ballon d'Or in a quarter of a century.
Harry Kane is officially the best player on the planet after claiming the Ballon d’Or, but his trophy cabinet could be about to welcome an even more prestigious honour. The England captain made history in London on Monday night, and the UK Government has now addressed the growing calls for the striker to be knighted.
Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti has praised Harry Kane after the England captain won the 2026 Ballon d'Or in London on Monday evening, describing his numbers as "frightening". The Italian revealed that he and his staff felt it was a logical choice, adding that it was right for the award to go to a player who is not always highlighted like some of his rivals.
Jamie Carragher has offered a blunt assessment of Harry Kane’s historic Ballon d’Or victory, suggesting the striker would have remained empty-handed had he stayed at Tottenham. The former Liverpool defender believes the England captain’s move to Germany was the essential catalyst for his individual recognition on the world stage.
Harry Kane has firmly addressed the mounting speculation regarding a potential return to the Premier League as he continues his dominant spell in Germany with Bayern Munich. Fresh from winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or, the England captain has outlined exactly where his priorities lie for the remainder of his illustrious career.
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany is gradually improving in hospital following a frightening collapse during a reserve-team training session last week. Assistant coach Aaron Danks confirmed the Belgian remains in good spirits, though the club has yet to set a timeline for his return to the dugout.
Lamine Yamal's uncle has publicly criticised the decision to award Harry Kane the Ballon d'Or ahead of the Barcelona winger. He controversially claimed that true football fans pay money specifically to watch his nephew play, rather than the Bayern Munich and England striker.
Harry Kane has officially been crowned the world's best player, but the Bayern Munich striker only secured the Ballon d'Or by the narrowest of margins. New revelations from French Football chief Vincent Garcia suggest that the England captain was actually trailing his rivals for a significant portion of the polling period.
Former Real Madrid star Guti has sparked controversy by questioning the legitimacy of Harry Kane’s recent Ballon d'Or victory. The Spaniard suggested that the decision to award the England captain the trophy was conveniently timed with the ceremony's relocation to London.
Harry Kane has officially been crowned the best player in the world after picking up the 2026 Ballon d'Or in London. To celebrate this historic achievement, Bayern Munich are preparing an emotional tribute for their star striker when he returns to the Allianz Arena this week.
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has been crowned the world's best player, ending a quarter-century wait for an English Ballon d'Or winner. The 33-year-old beat Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal to the prestigious prize at a dazzling ceremony in London, sparking widespread celebration and high-profile tributes led by Prince William.
Harry Kane made history on Monday night by becoming the first English player in a quarter-century to secure the Ballon d'Or, but the celebrations have been met with a sharp critique from Samir Nasri. Despite a record-breaking debut season in Germany, the former Manchester City midfielder believes the striker lacks the decisive edge required for the game's ultimate individual honour.
After netting over 70 goals for club and country during the 2025-26 season, the former Tottenham striker was awarded the Golden Ball in London on Monday
