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Monaco eye Newcastle raid

AS Monaco are interested in signing Kieran Trippier from Newcastle this summer in a move that could reunite him with Eric Dier.

Toulouse sporting director open to listen offers for Charlie Cresswell

Toulouse's sporting director says he is happy with the amount of interest in his players and is open to selling "if a good offer arrives."

Donnarumma vs Martinez? Man Utd can make 'show of big intent'

Manchester United can make a "show of big intent" by signing Gianluigi Donnarumma, with the Italian potentially a better option than Emi Martinez.

Greenwood accused of spitting to spark clash with Mings

Marseille forward Mason Greenwood allegedly spat at Aston Villa star Amadou Onana during a friendly contest, which sparked a clash with Tyrone Mings.

'Do or die' - Gomez questions Weah's move to Marseille

Alexi Lalas adds that move to Olympique Marseille under Roberto De Zerbi will be pivotal career moment for the U.S. international

📽️ | Man Utd fan asks Amorim if he's signing Donnarumma

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim saw the lighter side when a fan cheekily asked him if the Red Devils were signing Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma this summer. The Portuguese coach, who has already overseen several new arrivals at Old Trafford, chuckled at the question but offered no confirmation as transfer speculation continues to swirl.

Lalas addresses Balogun's situation with the US national team

The former MLS defender has highlighted the ongoing uncertainty at the striker position for the USMNT with less than a year left for the World Cup

Greenwood almost has shirt ripped off in Mings clash

Tyrone Mings and Mason Greenwood were involved in a bad-tempered fracas during Marseille's 3-1 win over Aston Villa.

Monaco ace lauds Pogba but Frenchman made to wait for debut

A Paul Pogba team-mate says it is a "pleasure" having the Frenchman at Monaco but the ex-Juventus man will have to wait for his club debut.

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Pogba wants to deliver 'great' version of himself at Monaco

Former Manchester United star Paul Pogba says he wants to deliver a "great" version of himself as he prepares for life with Monaco.

PSG strike deal for €67m star as Bournemouth eye replacement

Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly struck a deal to sign Ilya Zabarnyi for €67 million, paving the way for Bournemouth to move for his replacement.

USMNT star Weah answers favourite position question

USMNT star Tim Weah has answered another "favourite position" question after joining Marseille and revealed when he will be ready for his debut.

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Donnarumma gets the Ter Stegen treatment at PSG amid €40m agreement

Paris Saint-Germain will sign Lucas Chevalier as their first-choice keeper, leaving Gianluigi Donnarumma facing the prospect of an exit this summer.

USMNT Transfers: Lund to Bundesliga, Musah to stay?

The USMNT Transfer Notebook tracks American player movements, with latest developments for those in the U.S. national team pool

Ballon d'Or: Dembele, Yamal & the 2025 nominees revealed

The shortlist for world football's most prestigious individual award has been revealed ahead of the ceremony in Paris on September 22

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Yashin Trophy 2025: Martinez hat-trick aim; Hampton nominated

Emi Martinez is looking to complete a hat-trick of Yashin Trophy wins, with Gianluigi Donnarumma, Alisson and Hannah Hampton earning nominations.

Cruyff Trophy 2025: Enrique, Maresca and Wiegman lead nominees

Liverpool boss Arne Slot, Lionesses manager Sarina Wiegman and Paris Saint-Germain's Luis Enrique are among the prominent nominees for the Johan Cruyff awards that will be given away at the 2025 Ballon d'Or. Both Chelsea coaches, Enzo Maresca and Sonia Bompastor, have been nominated as well, along with Barcelona's Hansi Flick, who inspired the Blaugranas to a domestic treble.

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Kopa Trophy 2025: Yamal, Doue & Agyemang lead nominees

Lamine Yamal, Desire Doue and Michelle Agyemang are among the nominees for the prestigious Kopa Trophy awards up for grabs at the 2025 Ballon d’Or.

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Marseille plot new bid for Leverkusen winger

Marseille are considering signing Amine Adli from Bayer Leverkusen this summer, with the Moroccan international seemingly open to a new challenge.

Greenwood to lose compatriot? Marseille could sell English star

Mason Greenwood may be about to lose a compatriot at Marseille, with England U21 star Jonathan Rowe seeing a summer transfer mooted.

Laporta hails PSG and eyes dream clash with Barcelona in UCL

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has heaped praise on Paris Saint-Germain, describing the French club as one of the most exciting and dominant forces in European football and expressed optimism about a potential matchup with the Blaugrana in the upcoming campaign. Luis Enrique’s squad clinched both the Ligue 1 title and the UEFA Champions League and the Barcelona chief was quick to highlight the style and substance of the Parisian outfit.

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Why Liverpool WON'T sign PSG sensation Barcola

Liverpool are unlikely to go after Paris Saint-Germain sensation Bradley Barcola this summer, despite reports in France claiming that the Reds have reignited their interest in the French forward. Following Luis Diaz's departure, the Premier League champions have been linked with signing a new left-sided winger, but cold water has been poured on those rumours.

Frequently asked questions

: Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have won the Ligue 1 title 12 times, more than any other club. Their first win was in 1986, and they claimed their record-breaking 12th title in 2023, surpassing AS Saint-Etienne.
: The Ligue 1 consists of 18 teams since the 2023-24 season, prior to which 20 teams took part in the league. The inaugural season of the French first division in 1932-33 also consisted of 20 teams, divided in two groups of 10 teams each.
: Mickael Landreau holds the record for the most Ligue 1 appearances, with 618 matches as a goalkeeper. His career spanned nearly two decades, playing for clubs like Nantes, Paris Saint-Germain, Lille, and Bastia.
: Delio Onnis holds the record as the all-time top scorer in Ligue 1 with 299 goals. Playing as a centre-forward, his remarkable goal-scoring feats spanned the 1970s and 1980s, where he starred for clubs like AS Monaco and Reims, making him a legend in French football.
: As of 2024, Dimitri Payet holds the record for the most assists in Ligue 1 history, with a total of 130 assists. The attacking midfielder achieved this milestone during his successful stints with several clubs, including Marseille and Lille.
: Pierre Braine holds the record of being the oldest player in Ligue 1 history, aged almost 45 years in a Ligue 1 game in 1945.
: At 15 years and 225 days, Kalman Gerencseri is the youngest player in Ligue 1 history. The Frenchman played for Lens against Monaco in a Ligue 1 game in 1960.
: Notable players who have graced Ligue 1 include legends like Zinedine Zidane, George Weah, Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Ronaldinho, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe.
: Prominent managers in Ligue 1 include Arsene Wenger, Laurent Blanc, Carlo Ancelotti, Adi Hutter, Luis Enrique, etc.
: The Orange Velodrome in Marseille is the largest stadium in Ligue 1, with a capacity of 67,394 spectators. Home to Marseille since 1937, it is renowned for its electric atmosphere and hosting significant football events in France.
: Neymar is indeed the most expensive player in Ligue 1 history. His transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 was valued at a record €222 million, which remains the highest transfer fee ever paid for a player.

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