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France have been hit with a blow as Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele is set to miss their opening World Cup qualifier against Ukraine.

DeAndre Hopkins, who has taken inspiration from the greatest of No.10s, has explained why Lionel Messi could have been an NFL wide receiver.

Bayern Munich's transfer policy is facing fresh criticism after a broken promise forced Johan Kusi-Asare into a last-minute Premier League move.

Lauryn Goodman is open to getting married as she wants a "consistent father figure” for her children - with Kyle Walker absent after two affairs.

Ashley Young and his son Tyler could write Championship history after the 19-year-old signed with Ipswich Town’s U21s, raising the possibility of the pair playing together. The 40-year-old ex-Man Utd star joined the Tractor Boys earlier this summer, and now his son is following in his footsteps after securing a deal with the development squad.

Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen says he has heard nothing about rumours linking him to a move to Bayern Munich rumours.

Thomas Muller says he is getting "goosebumps" from the "football fever" sweeping Vancouver as the Whitecaps star adjusts to his life outside Germany.

Joao Pedro has explained why he was “scared” to meet Cole Palmer after completing a £60 million ($81m) transfer to Chelsea.

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The 2025 summer transfer window has smashed records across global football, with Premier League clubs driving unprecedented spending. FIFA has revealed that men’s football reached an all-time high of $9.76 billion in transfer fees, while women’s football also hit a new record of $12.3m. More than 13,000 players sealed moves, underlining a frenzied market.

Fenerbahce wanted to appoint Sebastian Hoeness, but the Stuttgart head coach has turned down the opportunity to become Jose Mourinho's successor.

Inter have turned their interest to Lyon's Malick Fofana after failing to land Ademola Lookman this summer despite their personal agreement.

Lyon eye Kalvin Phillips and Nico O’Reilly in January as strong Manchester City ties raise hopes of fresh reinforcements after Rayan Cherki deal.

Arsenal have bid farewell to Lia Walti after seven years at the club, as the Switzerland captain joins Italian champions Juventus.

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Spain captain Alvaro Morata opens up his joy at being with the national team after experiencing the 'deepest depression' and considering retirement.

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly urged Al-Nassr to snap up Mason Greenwood, with Marseille still at risk of losing the ex-Manchester United forward.

Mauricio Pochettino has slammed Barcelona's "more than a club" slogan while insisting Espanyol are "much more Catalan". The current USMNT boss has also ruled out the possibility of ever coaching the La Liga champions, even joking he’d prefer farming in Argentina.

The man accused of driving a car into crowds of people at Liverpool’s Premier League title-winning parade has pleaded not guilty to 31 charges.

A Barcelona court sentenced an Espanyol fan to one year in prison for racially abusing Inaki Williams, marking a landmark ruling in Spanish football.

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal, who has been compared to Lionel Messi, has been told what he must do in order to hit “dizzy heights”.

Bayer Leverkusen chief Simon Rolfes appeared to indicate there are no regrets over Erik ten Hag's sacking, saying a "good atmosphere" has returned.

Mauricio Pochettino claims his promise to stay at Tottenham until their new stadium construction cost him the managerial role at Real Madrid.

Lauryn Goodman has revealed that her son Kairo dreams of following in the footsteps of father Kyle Walker by becoming a professional footballer.

Ben Chilwell has sent an emotional goodbye message to Chelsea after completing a permanent move to Ligue 1 side Strasbourg. The left-back, who was part of the Blues’ Champions League-winning squad in 2021, has signed a two-year deal with the French club.

Presnel Kimpembe has no future at Paris Saint-Germain and looks set for a late transfer after garnering interest from the Middle East.

Joshua Kimmich hit out at the transfer market spiral, insisting that the players can’t be blamed as he pointed to the Premier League’s vast resources.

Former Real Madrid and Brazil player Robinho has seen his appeal against a nine-year prison sentence for rape rejected by the Supreme Court.

The London City Lionesses are reportedly pushing to sign Paris Saint-Germain and France midfielder Grace Geyoro. The WSL newcomers have reportedly reached an agreement with the 28-year-old, who has informed Les Parisiennes of her desire to leave. Talks are ongoing over a record-breaking fee as she eyes a reunion with former coach Jocelyn Precheur.