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Comotto is thriving in Serie B: he is the only under-18 player to have increased his market value

Manchester United are reportedly ready to test Newcastle’s resolve with a stunning move for Italian international Sandro Tonali. The Red Devils have identified the former AC Milan star as a priority target as they prepare for a massive overhaul of their midfield options this summer.

Liverpool have stepped up their interest in Alessandro Bastoni, initiating contact over a potential summer move for the Inter Milan defender. With the Nerazzurri reportedly willing to accept a discounted fee of €50 million (£43m/$58m) to balance their books, the Reds have emerged as serious contenders alongside Barcelona. Arne Slot is scouring the market for defensive reinforcements, and the experienced Italy international has been identified as a priority target.

Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are set to face off in the Champions League quarter-finals. However, a nightmare scenario looms for Real Madrid, particularly in the second leg.

Joshua Zirkzee's frustrating stint at Manchester United appears to be nearing a bitter end as the Dutch international has reportedly green-lit a summer departure. Having struggled to cement a regular starting role under multiple regimes, the former Bologna star is now said to be looking for a way back to a setting where he can rediscover his best form.

Following Real Madrid’s resounding victory over Manchester City in the Champions League, Antonio Rüdiger was once again in the spotlight. After the final whistle, he had a curious skirmish with Pep Guardiola.

Tottenham Hotspur have stepped up their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy, identifying the 30-year-old as a primary target for their summer overhaul. Club officials have reportedly watched the forward in person five times recently and have already established contact with his representatives. While Premier League survival remains the immediate priority, Spurs view the prolific Guinean as the ideal candidate to lead their front line next season.

At the Olimpico, a banner was not allowed in before the Lazio v Milan match. The fans displayed it anyway at Ponte Milvio

Arsenal secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals with a statement victory over Bayer Leverkusen, but it was the heroics of David Raya that left Mikel Arteta in awe. While goals from Eberechi Eze and Declan Rice provided the spark at one end, the Spanish goalkeeper's late brilliance ensured the Gunners march on with confidence.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has moved to calm fears regarding the fitness of Erling Haaland following the striker's early withdrawal against Real Madrid. The Norwegian was taken off with over half an hour remaining as City suffered a disappointing Champions League exit at the hands of the Spanish giants.

Following the stripping of Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations title, the Senegalese Football Federation and several players have expressed their outrage at CAF’s decision. Sadio Mané also spoke out strongly.

Has Gerry Cardinale been overtaken by the fund that owns the Nerazzurri club?

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has described the decision to withdraw his key players during a humiliating 3-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain as a "reality" of the modern game. The Blues were dumped out of the Champions League following a record aggregate loss, with the manager opting to sub off Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro, and Enzo Fernandez after just an hour.

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has broken its silence after a landmark ruling by the CAF Appeal Board officially crowned the Atlas Lions as the winners of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The sensational decision comes months after the final whistle, effectively stripping Senegal of the trophy following a chaotic night in Rabat.

The CAF's decision also took the former Juventus full-back by surprise

The reigning Italian champions are also targeting Tiago Gabriel, Perrone and Pellegrino.

The Frenchman has tipped his former team as favourites to win the title

Pep Guardiola insisted through gritted teeth that Manchester City's defeat and elimination at the hands of Real Madrid was not his last stand in the Champions League. Which is just as well, because this was not a fitting way for him to say goodbye to a competition that he took to a whole new level with Barcelona and has won three times in total, only trailing Carlo Ancelotti.

The Argentine striker speaks on the radio station of the club that launched his career.

Eddie Howe has issued a defiant message to Barcelona, insisting his Newcastle United side will not be overawed by the occasion at the Camp Nou in their upcoming Champions League clash. Following a dramatic 1-1 draw in the first leg, the Magpies head to Catalonia brimming with confidence after a crucial domestic victory. Howe believes his squad possesses the international experience and tactical discipline required to dump the Spanish giants out of the competition.

Enzo Fernandez has cast a massive shadow over his Chelsea future following the club's demoralising Champions League exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain. The Argentine midfielder, who arrived at Stamford Bridge for a then-record fee, refused to guarantee he would remain in west London beyond the current campaign.

Arne Slot has been warned that Premier League title-winning credit at Liverpool is likely to have expired, with Champions League qualification required in order to avoid the sack. The Dutch tactician oversaw domestic dominance in his debut season at Anfield, but has tumbled off the loftiest of perches this term. Ex-Reds striker Emile Heskey has explained to GOAL what needs to happen in order for the axe to be avoided.

Less than two years ago, Khiara Keating appeared to have the world at her feet. Aged 19, she emerged as Manchester City's starting goalkeeper, won her first senior England call-up and, at the end of the 2023-24 season, became the youngest player ever to win the Women's Super League Golden Glove. And yet, on Sunday, she made just her third league appearance of the current season, having been left out of the Lionesses senior squad last month due to a lack of game time.

Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain have a rather unique cross-border rivalry. Its roots stem way back into the 2010s, long before their summer 2025 meeting in the Club World Cup final, but that served to only intensify the dislike between these current sets of players. In the United States, the Blues crowned themselves as 'champions of the world', but it's a title that looks more and more hollow as we distance ourselves from that tournament.

FC Bayern Munich apparently continues to face financial difficulties, which the club hopes to address through drastic measures and by setting a minimum target in the Champions League.

Vinicius Junior returns to haunt Manchester City, following up on his match-winning performance at Etihad Stadium with a defiant explanation for his controversial goal celebration. After opening the scoring with a penalty, the Brazilian forward made a "crying" gesture at the home crowd. The act was a direct response to the taunts he received following his high-profile Ballon d'Or snub in 2024.

In just over a year as president, he has cleared all the debts, reopened the stadium and strengthened the youth academy: now he is aiming for promotion.

Mikel Arteta was left beaming after Arsenal secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals with a clinical 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen, giving them a 3-1 aggregate win. The Gunners boss reserved special praise for summer signing Eberechi Eze, whose breakthrough goal paved the way for a dominant European display at the Emirates Stadium.