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Mbappe sent Messi reality check by Marseille rival

Kylian Mbappe received a Lionel Messi reality check from Leonardo Balerdi ahead of Real Madrid's Champions League opener against Marseille. Balerdi believes that Argentina team-mate Messi "will be the best player in the world until he retires", though he does admit Kylian Mbappe is among the top players in the game right now.

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PSG chief takes aim at Donnarumma after Man City transfer

A Paris Saint-Germain figurehead has appeared to aim a subtle dig at former goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma following his summer move to Manchester City. PSG football advisor Luis Campos has suggested that the Italian's salary demands were beyond their wage "policy" and that nobody is bigger than the club.

PSG relieved as Kvaratskhelia escapes serious injury ahead of UCL clash

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia narrowly avoided a serious injury during Paris Saint-Germain's 2-0 win over Lens, sustaining a calf issue that forced him off the pitch. Initial tests indicate no major damage, and he is expected to be fit for PSG's Champions League match against Atalanta. This comes as a relief to Luis Enrique, who's already contending with injuries to Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue.

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Journalist exposes bizarre paid campaign for Dembele's Ballon d'Or bid

Ousmane Dembele's representatives have denied being part of a bizarre PR storm after a journalist revealed a "confidential" offer to secretly promote the Paris Saint-Germain attacker's Ballon d'Or chances online. The agency behind the offer has since blamed a "curious" 18-year-old intern and insisted that it was simply an exploratory email.

Spurs continue to scout Monaco wonderkid Akliouche

Tottenham sent scouts to watch Monaco play Auxerre in Ligue 1 this weekend, as they continue to run the rule over attacking midfielder Maghnes Akliouche. The club were linked with a summer swoop to sign the 23-year-old and appear to be keeping a watching brief on the young forward. During the summer, Spurs signed Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig.

Marseille chief opens up on Rabiot debacle after AC Milan move

Marseille president Pablo Longoria has opened up about the departure of key midfielder Adrien Rabiot after his dressing room bust-up with England international Jonathan Rowe. Longoria says Rabiot's exit was not pre-determined and the club have been left with a void after his transfer to AC Milan. However, the Marseille president claims the club needed to act to maintain the spirit of discipline.

Brits Abroad: Kane is going for the 2026 Ballon d'Or!

GOAL runs through the best and worst of British players plying their trade on foreign soil. Now more than ever, British players are finding that the grass can be greener elsewhere. The lure of the Premier League remains grand, but it's not the be-all and end-all. In fact, some of the home nations' biggest stars have decided to take their talents abroad to the mainland continent and beyond.

Magician Modric, injury-hit PSG & Europe's biggest winners & losers

The Croatian is still producing midfield masterclasses at 40 years of age, while the egalitarian environment at Barcelona is reaping rewards

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Chelsea's new signing 'devastated' as fans turn on him

Chelsea's newest signing, Emanuel Emegha, was left "devastated" at the weekend as Strasbourg fans appeared to turn on the striker after his switch to Stamford Bridge was confirmed. Emegha is the club's captain but, as he collected his Player of the Month award before his side faced Le Havre, supporters booed him, before unveiling a provocative banner.

Pogba reveals what he got up to during doping ban

Paul Pogba has revealed what he got up to while serving a doping ban, with the World Cup winner moving his family to Dubai for six months. The France international, who was cleared to resume his career in March 2025, is still waiting on his return to competitive action after heading back to his homeland and signing a two-year contract with Ligue 1 outfit Monaco.

📽️ | Kylian would be proud! Mbappe nets 98th-minute winner

The Mbappe family have had more cause for celebration, with Ethan netting a dramatic winner for Lille in their Ligue 1 clash with Toulouse. Brother Kylian would have been proud of the well-taken goal, and with the celebration that followed. Ethan took to mimicking the iconic pose that his Real Madrid superstar sibling often strikes after hitting the back of the net.

Luis Enrique sports new look after surgery on shoulder

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique showed off a new shaved look ahead of Les Parisiens' Ligue 1 clash with Lens on Sunday. The Spaniard was seen with his arm in a sling after undergoing surgery for a broken clavicle he sustained in a bike accident during the international break. It had previously been reported the manager could miss the game as he recovers, but he said he is "ready".

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Greenwood continues strong start to new season in Marseille rout

Mason Greenwood continued with his strong start to the new season in France as he scored and provided an assist in Marseille's 4-0 victory over 10-man Lorient on Friday. Greenwood opened the scoring for his club from the penalty spot after Lorient lost one of their players early in the match due to a straight red card. The former Manchester United star already has five goal contributions to his name.

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Chelsea strike agreement to sign Emegha from Strasbourg

Chelsea have agreed to a deal with their sister club Strasbourg over the transfer of in-demand striker Emanuel Emegha in 2026. The Blues' controversial yet legal dealings with the French side continue to raise objections from fans, and Emegha's move will certainly trigger conversation over the morality of the agreement yet again.

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PSG blasted for 'glaring' Donnarumma mistake

Paris Saint-Germain made a massive mistake and disrespected Gianluigi Donnarumma by forcing him out of the club, says Faouzi Ghoulam.

Luis Enrique in doubt for UCL opener after collarbone operation

Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique has undergone surgery after a bicycle crash, leaving him a major doubt for their Champions League opener.

Skriniar claims he got the Donnarumma treatment in shock PSG exit

Milan Skriniar says his Paris Saint-Germain exit came as a surprise, saying he and Gianluigi Donnarumma were given similar treatment by Luis Enrique.

Chelsea, Inter and Villa eye Brugge defender

Chelsea, Aston Villa and Inter are interested in Club Brugge's Joel Ordonez after Marseille missed out on the centre-back's signing this summer.

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Man City's transfer contingency plan for Savinho exit revealed

Manchester City transfer had reportedly chalked up a contingency plan for Savinho's exit if the winger had left for Tottenham. Manager Thomas Frank had identified the 21-year-old as a priority signing, and Spurs tabled a bold £43 million ($58m) bid in the hope of luring him to north London. But City weren’t biting. From the very start of talks, the message was clear: Savinho was not for sale.

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De Bruyne compares Liverpool target Fofana to Doku

Kevin De Bruyne compared Belgium team-mate Malick Fofana to Jeremy Doku but warned the Lyon star he must reach a higher level.

Mbappe gives honest take on 'disgusting world of football'

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe has shared his thoughts on the modern game and revealed he has been left "disgusted" by the world of football.

Chelsea & Man City eye PSG wonderkid after Spurs' offer rejected

Senny Mayulu has attracted interest from the Premier League, with Chelsea and Manchester City joining the race after Tottenham were snubbed.

Ex-Barca defender Umtiti in line for Lyon return as free agent

Samuel Umtiti could return to his former club Lyon as a free agent, with the defender also contemplating retirement amid a long spell out of the game.

PSG accused of 'scandalous manipulation' on Dembele injury

Paris Saint-Germain have been accused of manipulation as ex-international Christophe Dugarry slammed the club's reaction to Ousmane Dembele's injury.

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Mbappe was told he 'won't win Ballon d'Or at PSG' by ex-Madrid star

Ex-Real Madrid star Jese Rodriguez says he advised Kylian Mbappe to leave Paris Saint-Germain for the Spanish side to fulfil his Ballon d'Or dream.

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PSG enter contract talks with Barcola

Paris Saint-Germain are seeking to extend Bradley Barcola's contract with the club until 2030 and hope to reach an agreement in the coming months.

Fofana confirms Liverpool & Chelsea transfer interest

Lyon's Malick Fofana says he considered a summer move to the Premier League but decided to prioritise playing time with the Ligue 1 side.

World Cup winner Kimpembe leaves PSG after 20 years

Presnel Kimpembe has left Paris Saint-Germain after 20 years at the European Champions to join Qatar Sports Club.

Another blow for PSG! Doue forced to withdraw from France squad

Paris Saint-Germain have been dealt another major injury blow as Desire Doue has been forced to withdraw from the France squad with a calf injury. Ousmane Dembele also had to come off at the start of the second half of Les Bleus' World Cup qualifying clash against Ukraine on Friday, after he picked up a hamstring injury which angered the French champions.

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