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Virgil van Dijk has admitted that losing Alisson Becker would represent a "big blow" for Liverpool as speculation regarding a move to Italy continues to gather pace. The Brazilian goalkeeper has been heavily linked with a switch to Juventus, with it reported that there has been contact between the Serie A giants and the player's representatives.

Cole Palmer has been warned that his long-term career prospects could be stunted by the "toxic" environment at Chelsea following the sacking of Liam Rosenior. Despite the England international’s public commitment to the club, Premier League legend Gareth Barry believes the ongoing turmoil in west London may force the forward to reconsider his future amid persistent links to Manchester United.

Glenn Hoddle has revealed that he offered to take the managerial reins at Tottenham alongside Ossie Ardiles before the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi. The sensational proposal was made to the board after the sacking of interim boss Igor Tudor as Hoddle sought to help his old club escape Premier League relegation.

Manchester United are facing a pivotal summer regarding the future of their captain, Bruno Fernandes, as the Portuguese midfielder seeks clarity on the club's direction. While the Red Devils are determined to keep their talisman at Old Trafford, Fernandes is reportedly holding out for assurances that the club can match his personal ambitions of winning the game's biggest prizes.

Jose Mourinho has directly responded to the growing speculation linking him with a sensational return to Real Madrid as a replacement for Alvaro Arbeloa. The legendary Portuguese coach, currently in charge of Benfica, also took a moment to reflect on his emotional tenure at Roma, describing the Italian capital as the standout environment of his illustrious career.

Everton midfielder Jack Grealish has revealed that his rehabilitation following surgery on a season-ending injury is progressing better than expected in a hugely encouraging update. The England midfielder, currently on loan at Everton from Manchester City, has been sidelined since January after suffering a serious foot injury.

Juventus are reportedly ready to accelerate their long-standing interest in Mason Greenwood as they look to overhaul their attacking options for next season, with Marseille having set their asking price for the ex-Manchester United forward. Greenwood has enjoyed another prolific season with the Ligue 1 giants, but his future depends on whether they qualify for the Champions League.

Paris Saint-Germain star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been labelled the "best player in the world" by AC Milan legend Clarence Seedorf following a masterclass in the Champions League. The Georgia international was at his devastating best on Tuesday night as the reigning champions edged out Bayern Munich in a nine-goal thriller at the Parc des Princes.

Chelsea captain and former Lionesses star Millie Bright has announced her immediate retirement from football, following on from her international retirement earlier this season. Bright has spent the last 12 years with the Blues, winning 20 trophies, and hangs up her boots as an eight-time Women's Super League champion, the division's all-time record appearance holder and a European Championship winner.

Manchester City have reportedly expressed significant frustration with the Premier League after being hit with a gruelling fixture schedule for the final fortnight of the season. As Pep Guardiola’s side continue their pursuit of a domestic treble, club bosses feel the authorities have failed to provide a fair solution to a growing backlog of games.

Jurgen Klopp has thrown his support behind Germany's Florian Wirtz to become one of the defining figures of the upcoming World Cup in North America. The former Liverpool boss believes his compatriot has already proven his mettle during a challenging debut campaign at Anfield and possesses all the attributes to dominate on the global stage.

Arsenal icon Leah Williamson is set to sign a new contract at the club, extending her already 20-year stay with her childhood team. The Lionesses captain is one of the Gunners' most important players, but her current deal was set to expire in just a few weeks' time. According to a report, though, Arsenal are now on the verge of agreeing new terms with their star defender.

Vincent Kompany has issued a defiant battle cry following Bayern Munich’s breathless 5-4 semi-final first leg defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, insisting his players are willing to "die on the pitch" to reach the Champions League final. Despite trailing after a nine-goal thriller in the French capital, the Belgian coach remains adamant that the tie is far from over as the action heads back to Bavaria.

Santos manager Cuca has jumped to the defence of Neymar following a quiet performance in the Copa Sudamericana, insisting the superstar is finding his rhythm in a bid to make Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad. Despite the frustration of a draw in Argentina, the Peixe boss believes his talisman is sharpening his tools just in time for the international stage.

Tottenham Hotspur striker Dominic Solanke could reportedly be sidelined for the remainder of the Premier League season. The England international suffered a hamstring injury during the weekend victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, leaving Roberto De Zerbi with a mounting availability crisis in the middle of a relegation battle.

Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele has offered a blunt assessment of his side's second-half performance after they survived a late scare in a nine-goal Champions League thriller against Bayern Munich. Despite securing a 5-4 victory in the first leg of their semi-final clash, the Frenchman admitted that the hosts lost their way after establishing what looked like a commanding three-goal lead.

Harry Kane has etched his name further into the history books after breaking a long-standing Champions League record previously held by Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard. Despite Bayern Munich falling to a narrow 5-4 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in a pulsating semi-final first leg, the England captain’s personal landmark provided a silver lining for the German giants.

Luis Enrique has hailed Paris Saint-Germain's breathless 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich as "the best match I've ever been involved in as a coach". The Parc des Princes hosted a historic Champions League semi-final first leg that saw nine goals shared between the European heavyweights, leaving the Spanish tactician both exhausted and exhilarated.

Arsenal are about to experience a whole new level of pressure. After wrestling their teetering Premier League title chase back on course with a much-needed victory over Newcastle, the Gunners are now preparing to enter Atletico Madrid's Metropolitano cauldron in the Champions League semi-finals. However, while the prospect of a domestic and European double is tantalising, head coach Mikel Arteta must see the bigger picture.

As Arsenal hosted Lyon in the first leg of their Women's Champions League semi-final, there was no shortage of bad news when it came to team news. Steph Catley hadn't recovered from a calf injury in time to participate, with Beth Mead also ruled out of the game due to personal reasons. Then, on the day, Chloe Kelly was absent due to a minor muscle issue. Fortunately, there was one huge returnee to cushion the various blows: Leah Williamson.

Harry Kane found himself on the receiving end of a verbal volley from Wayne Rooney after the Bayern Munich star offered a bizarre assessment of the defensive displays in a nine-goal Champions League epic. Despite seeing his side ship five goals in a chaotic semi-final first leg against Paris Saint-Germain, the England captain insisted the backlines were "outstanding", prompting a fierce response from Manchester United legend Rooney.

GOAL sits down with former Arsenal goalkeeper David Ospina to discuss Colombia’s new generation, his place within it, and the weight of expectation ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Joshua Kimmich has called for a rule change following Bayern Munich’s 5-4 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final. The flashpoint was the controversial penalty awarded to PSG just before half-time, which Ousmane Dembele converted to make it 3-2 to the home side. "More of an unfortunate decision," Kimmich told Amazon Prime after the match, adding, "It’s just not in the spirit of the game".

Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League semi-final first-leg showdown with Bayern Munich always had the look of a potential classic, but it ended up surpassing all expectations thanks in no small part to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ousmane Dembele, both of whom scored twice in an absolutely thrilling 5-4 victory for Luis Enrique's men at Parc des Princes.

Bayern Munich will have to come from behind if they are to reach the Champions League final as they lost out 5-4 to Paris Saint-Germain in the thrilling first leg of their semi-final clash. Harry Kane, Michael Olise, Dayot Upamecano and Luis Diaz all got on the scoresheet for the Bundesliga winners in what proved to be a game that showcased the very best in attacking football.

Tottenham have been told how many points they have to get from their remaining four fixtures in order to avoid relegation out of the Premier League, with Louis Saha telling GOAL why “terrible” decisions are to blame for surprising struggles in north London. Spurs are sweating on their top-flight status heading into the closing stages of what has been a disastrous campaign.

Players who cover their mouths in confrontations with opponents will be shown red cards starting at the World Cup, the International Football Association Board confirmed Tuesday. The decision comes in the wake of a high-profile incident between Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr and Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni, after the latter was handed a six-game ban for anti-gay conduct directed towards the Brazilian.

Coventry are back in the Premier League for the first time in 25 years, with GOAL being told why the likes of Aston Villa, Everton and Brighton will struggle to compete with Sky Blues boss Frank Lampard on the transfer front. Established top-flight outfits may have more money to spend, but Joe Cole believes a “marquee name” at the CBS Arena will help to attract the kind of talent that may prove out of reach to others.

Dunn spoke with GOAL about her favorite on-the-pitch assist of all-time, what passing the ball onto those after her looks like now, and where she wants to see the women's game go.