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Xavi Simons

Only Chelsea! Simons refusing Bayern & City interest

Xavi Simons has rejected Bayern Munich and Manchester City's interest as the Dutch midfielder only has his eyes on a move to Chelsea this summer. Bayern considered Simons as a perfect replacement for Kingsley Coman, who has joined Al-Nassr, while Manchester City are looking for attacking cover in case Savinho joins Tottenham. The Netherlands international, however, has informed RB Leipzig that he only wants to join Chelsea..

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Jonah Kusi-Asare Harry Kane Bayern

Kusi-Asare to serve as deputy to Kane at Bayern for 25-26

Bayern Munich have reportedly decided to keep teenage sensation Jonah Kusi-Asare as Harry Kane’s backup for the upcoming season, blocking all loan offers for the 18-year-old. The Swedish striker has impressed during pre-season, scoring against Tottenham and Grasshoppers, prompting Vincent Kompany to fast-track him into the senior squad.

Liverpool v Athletic Club Bilbao - Pre-Season Friendly

Gravenberch opens up on mental turmoil at Bayern

Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has opened up on his tough experience of playing at Bayern Munich under then-manager Julian Nagelsmann, as the Dutchman struggled for game time at Allianz Arena after completing a dream move from Ajax. Gravenberch lasted just one season in Munich before being sold to Liverpool, where the Netherlands international started to grow in stature.

Nicolas Jackson Christopher Nkunku

Bayern chief provides update on Jackson as they return for Nkunku

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has responded to links with Nicolas Jackson, while they Bavarian giants remain keen on signing Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea this summer. Jackson has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge, following the additions of Joao Pedro and Liam Delap to the Blues' attack, which will limit Jackson's game time.

Granit Xhaka AFC Sunderland

Ten Hag slammed for not 'fighting harder' to keep Xhaka at Leverkusen

Granit Xhaka has sensationally returned to the Premier League, signing for Sunderland in a £17 million ($23m) deal that has left Germany legend Lothar Matthaus fuming at Bayer Leverkusen boss Erik ten Hag. Matthaus believes Ten Hag should have done more to keep hold of the 31-year-old, who played a pivotal role in Leverkusen’s Bundesliga title run in 2023-2024.

Frequently asked questions

Since the Conference League's inception in 2021, three teams have lifted the trophy: Roma, West Ham United, and the current champions, Olympiacos.

The newest format, introduced ahead of the 2024-25 season, features 36 teams, four more than in the previous format.

Mainz 05 midfielder Hong Hyun-seok and Gent captain Sven Kums have made 39 appearances each in the Conference League, making them the players with the most appearances in the competition.

As for top goalscorers, Arthur Cabral leads the list with 21 goals to his name, including those scored in the qualifying phase. However, without taking into account goals scored in the qualifying phase, three players have scored the joint-most goals in Conference League with 12 each to their names: Arthur Cabral, Eran Zahavi, and Vangelis Pavlidis.

Darian Males, Gavriel Kanichowsky, and Cristiano Biraghi have the most assists in Conference League history, registering eight assists each.

Veteran Spanish goalkeeper Pepe Reina, while playing for Villarreal in 2023, became the oldest player to feature in the Conference League at 40 years and 175 days.

Lille wonderkid Ayyoub Bouaddi holds the record as the Conference League's youngest-ever player at the tender age of 16 years and 3 days.

Stars such as Paulo Dybala, Lorenzo Pellegrini, Tammy Abraham, Declan Rice, Harry Kane, Ollie Watkins,Co Mario Gotze, Kasper Schmeichel, Cody Gakpo, Stephan El Shaarawy, James Maddison, Jonathan David, and Edin Dzeko have played in the Conference League.

Manuel Pellegrini, Jose Mourinho, Unai Emery, David Moyes, and Ange Postecoglou are among the most famous managers to have managed in the Conference League.