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Ruben Amorim has laughed off speculation surrounding a meeting with Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, joking that he was offered a new contract. The Portuguese coach is under pressure after a poor start to the season, with the Red Devils sitting 14th in the Premier League and already out of the Carabao Cup. But Amorim insists the talks were 'normal' and part of a long-term project.

Coleen Rooney reportedly wants fellow WAGs Victoria Beckham, Abbey Clancy. Toni Terry and Alex Gerrard to attend husband Wayne's 40th birthday bash. The Manchester United and England legend will reach a notable personal landmark on October 24. His long-time partner is said to be organising a lavish celebration that will have no "budget limitations".

AC Milan are preparing a new contract for Alexis Saelemaekers after turning down strong interest from Aston Villa, Juventus and Roma. The Belgian has quickly become a cornerstone under Max Allegri since returning from loan spells, impressing in a new 3-5-2 system and delivering decisive contributions in Serie A’s opening weeks.

Jose Mourinho marked his Benfica homecoming with a simple sunrise post from the club’s training ground, captioned 'Good morning SL Benfica'. But his first update as Benfica coach sparked chaos online, as Fenerbahce fans swarmed his Instagram with angry comments after his remarks that managing the Turkish side was a 'mistake' and that the club was 'not his level'.

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. is having a major impact at newly-promoted Portuguese side Alverca, where he is a minority shareholder. Sporting director Pedro Alves has hailed the Brazilian's influence, which has brought global visibility to the club, including a surprise appearance at a recent league match against Benfica.

Nottingham Forest have been told why they "dodged a bullet" in not appointing Jose Mourinho as their new manager. After parting with Nuno Espirito Santo, the Reds were heavily linked with another Portuguese tactician. Reins at the City Ground were eventually handed to former Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou, with Stan Collymore reacting to that decision.

Marcus Rashford struck twice in nine minutes to sink Newcastle and reignite his career on the Champions League stage with Barcelona. Anthony Gordon grabbed his first goal in the competition but instead chose to praise his fellow England international along with midfield duo Pedri and Frenkie de Jong, who ran the show in the 2-1 win at St James’ Park.

Erling Haaland has offered a blunt "I am British" response to questions on social media of why his accent has "turned". The prolific Manchester City striker, who has smashed another Champions League goal record, is a proud performer for Norway at international level. He was, however, born in the UK during his father Alf Inge's time in the Premier League.

Serge Gnabry’s resurgence at Bayern Munich has convinced the club to change their stance on his future, with talks of a contract extension now on the table. Sporting director Christoph Freund admitted the winger was “a candidate for sale a few weeks ago” but hailed his revival after a string of standout displays under Vincent Kompany.

Barcelona's Wojciech Szczesny has fully embraced his role as backup to Joan Garcia, praising the young keeper as having "incredible potential". The veteran Pole stated he is proud to help mentor Garcia, who he believes is already one of Europe's best physically, as he navigates the pressures of being Barca's new number one.

The draw for the new-look UEFA Women's Champions League league phase has thrown up some mouthwatering fixtures for England's representatives. Arsenal, Chelsea and debutants Manchester United have all learned their opponents, with heavyweight clashes, tricky away days and reunions on the horizon. Mary Earps' return to the Red Devils with Paris Saint-Germain will also be a standout storyline.

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has responded to the threat of PFA action over the Blues' treatment of exiled senior stars such as Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi. The aforementioned duo find themselves in the fabled 'bomb squad' at Stamford Bridge, with the organisation in charge of player welfare eager to ensure that Premier League giants are acting professionally.

Harry Kane is being backed to become a transfer stopgap for Barcelona, with the Liga giants expected to make a play for Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland at some stage. If England captain Kane could be lured away from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2026, then Barca would have time in which to generate the funds required to make their Haaland dream a reality.

Barcelona have confirmed their highly anticipated Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain will not be played at the Camp Nou, with the iconic venue still not ready to host matches. Instead, the fixture will be staged at the stadium in Montjuic, extending the Blaugrana’s exile from their historic home.

Lamine Yamal's Spain have stormed back to the summit of international football, claiming top spot from Lionel Messi's Argentina in the latest FIFA men's world rankings for the first time since 2014. Their rise comes after victories over Turkey and Bulgaria in World Cup qualifying, ending the world champions' two-year reign at the top, as they slip to third following a costly defeat to Ecuador, with France moving up to second.

Kevin De Bruyne’s emotional Etihad return lasted just 25 minutes as Napoli boss Antonio Conte sacrificed him following Giovanni Di Lorenzo’s red card in a 2-0 Champions League defeat to Manchester City. Conte admitted both he and De Bruyne were left “disappointed” after cutting short his appearance on a night City striker Erling Haaland made more history.

Lionel Messi has been sent "it's done" advice after choosing to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo and extend his remarkable playing career. With CR7 extending his Al-Nassr contract at 40 years of age, Argentine icon Messi is expected to tread a similar path by agreeing fresh terms with Inter Miami in MLS. Neither of the all-time greats are ready to consider retirement any time soon.

Ilkay Gundogan has lamented Galatasaray's mental fragility following their 5-1 Champions League thrashing by Eintracht Frankfurt. The ex-Manchester City star claimed his side were superior until the German team equalised, after which their "heads were hanging down". Gundogan admitted they "invited" Frankfurt to score and must improve as a group as they look to bounce back from the humiliation.

Bryan Robson has lifted the lid on Manchester United's transfer pitch to Jude Bellingham, with Sir Alex Ferguson and Eric Cantona making pleas to the exciting midfielder. Bellingham was a hot prospect on the books of Birmingham when the Red Devils made their play for his signature, with the Premier League giants eventually left disappointed as they lost out to Borussia Dortmund.

Phil Foden is back to his best at the perfect time for Manchester City, with Pep Guardiola full of praise for the England star ahead of Sunday's blockbuster clash with Arsenal. After a difficult 2024-25 season, Foden has rediscovered his spark in recent games, scoring against Manchester United on Sunday and assisting versus Napoli in the Champions League on Thursday.

Harry Kane and Michael Olise inspired Bayern Munich to a statement 3-1 win over Chelsea in the Champions League, with the Englishman netting twice and the latter dazzling throughout. German legend Didi Hamann hailed Vincent Kompany’s side for “passing with flying colours” as Bayern’s attacking depth shone against the Blues’ faltering defence in Allianz Arena.

Nick Woltemade has delivered a new twist in Newcastle's rivalry with Liverpool, as the German striker considers a player at Anfield to be "one of the best" that he has "ever played with". The star in question is Florian Wirtz, who now lines up on Merseyside alongside Alexander Isak - who caused quite a stir when leaving St James' Park in the summer of 2025.

Real Madrid's performance manager, Antonio Pintus, has detailed what makes Luka Modric a unique talent at 40. The coach explained that the AC Milan star's professionalism and dedication are key, but it's his 'different mentality' and relentless hunger for victory that truly separates him and fuels his remarkable longevity at the top level.

Manchester United’s £2 billion ($2.7bn) redevelopment of Old Trafford has been billed as a "project of a lifetime" by the architect that drew up ambitious plans for the stunning new ground. The Premier League giants have revealed that they intend to build a new 100,000-seater stadium that will more than deliver on Sir Jim Ratcliffe's dreams to construct a "Wembley of the North".

Former Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina has hailed David de Gea's remarkable comeback at Fiorentina. Reina admitted he did not expect the ex-Manchester United star to return with such confidence and leadership after a full year out of the sport, labelling his compatriot as 'exceptional' and the club's most decisive player last season.

Eintracht Frankfurt marked their Champions League return with a thumping 5-1 win over Galatasaray, overturning an early Leroy Sane-inspired opener. Jonathan Burkardt struck twice on his debut in the competition, while young starlet Can Uzun and Ansgar Knauff also shone in a pulsating night at Deutsche Bank Park. Coach Dino Toppmoller urged his players to “enjoy” the triumph, calling it a reward for last season’s efforts.

Giorgio Chiellini and Juan Mata have become the latest high-profile names to enter British football ownership, following in the footsteps of Luka Modric and Wrexham’s Hollywood duo Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The pair have joined Mercury13’s investment in Bristol City Women, marking a significant new chapter as the legends turn their focus to shaping the future of the game.

Barcelona’s midfield brilliance stole the spotlight in their 2-1 Champions League win over Newcastle, with Pedri and Frenkie de Jong running the show. Jack Grealish labelled the pair “a joy to watch,” while Manchester United legend Paul Scholes called Pedri his “new favourite footballer.” Their dominance set the platform for Marcus Rashford’s decisive brace.

Alexa Melton has sent a "love you" birthday message to Christian Pulisic, with the USMNT star's golf pro girlfriend reflecting on "all our mems". AC Milan forward Pulisic, who welcomes his partner to Italy on a regular basis, has turned 27 and is hoping to enjoy a productive 12 months - in what is a World Cup year - before another personal celebration rolls around.