Ligue 1 news

Former Lyon chief John Textor has labelled himself an 'agent of change' as he slammed French football's 'corrupt' governance and watchdog decisions.

Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue may be playing in Ligue 1, but Monaco new boy Paul Pogba is being billed as the division’s brightest star.

Aston Villa may have dropped an Emi Martinez transfer hint, with a deal reportedly being lined up for Brest goalkeeper Marco Bizot.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could link up with Mason Greenwood at the Stade Velodrome as Marseille reportedly eye a swoop to sign the former Arsenal striker. The 36-year-old forward, who currently plays for Al-Qadsiah, is said to be on the verge of leaving the Saudi Pro League side and could become a free agent in the coming weeks.

Real Madrid have scheduled a direct meeting with Rodrygo next week. The final decision on his future will rest with the player, per a new report.

Former Bayern Munich defender Mats Hummels claimed that Gianluigi Donnarumma's challenge on Jamal Musiala was a completely normal action.

Manchester United have unveiled the signing of rising French talent Enzo Kana-Biyik as their latest addition. The gifted forward, who departed Le Havre at the end of his contract, will immediately embark on a loan spell with Swiss outfit Lausanne-Sport. He joins fellow newcomers Matheus Cunha and Diego Leon as the Red Devils' newest signings this summer.

Achraf Hakimi has denied it was his decision to leave Real Madrid, with the right-back stating he is having a lot of "fun" at Paris Saint-Germain.

Endrick's immediate future may lie away from Real Madrid, with Marseille one of the two clubs interested in signing the youngster on loan.

French side Lyon have successfully appealed their relegation to Ligue 2 and are set to compete in Ligue 1 and the Europa League next season.

Juventus are going to prepare a new proposal to ensure Randal Kolo Muani stays with them, but Paris Saint-Germain are against another loan deal.

Marseille have contacted Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang over potentially bringing him back to Stade Velodrome. The former Arsenal and Chelsea striker left Marseille last summer and joined Al-Qadsiah. However, the Saudi Pro League side are now planning to terminate his contract one year before its expiry date, which has alerted the French giants.

Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala has sent a clear message to Gianluigi Donnarumma while speaking out on his horror injury at the Club World Cup.

Luis Enrique has come to the defence of Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after he was criticised following Jamal Musiala's injury.

Timothy Weah has turned down advances from Premier League's Tottenham and Everton, with the United States star closing in a move to Ligue 1.

Mason Greenwood has returned to Marseille training and linked up with new signing Angel Gomes as the club prepare for the Ligue 1 season.

Real Madrid legend Claude Makelele has picked another top contender for the Ballon d'Or over Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal.