Shakhtar Donetsk head coach Arda Turan has heaped praise on AZ Alkmaar sensation Kees Smit, labelling the midfielder a "special" talent destined for the very top of the game. Despite his side securing a 3-0 victory in the Conference League quarter-finals, the Turkish manager was left awestruck by the youngster's ability to dictate the tempo of the match against his team.
Real Madrid are reportedly considering a sensational move for France national team manager Didier Deschamps as they look to restore their dominance in Spain and Europe. The World Cup winner is expected to leave his post with Les Bleus after the 2026 World Cup, and the Bernabeu board have identified him as a top target.
Enzo Fernandez will play no part in Chelsea's massive Premier League showdown with Manchester City this weekend. Despite holding clear-the-air talks with manager Liam Rosenior, the Argentine remains under a club-imposed suspension following controversial comments about his future.
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has made a bold admission regarding his squad's priorities, suggesting that the allure of European glory currently outweighs domestic dominance. Speaking ahead of the Catalan derby against Espanyol, the German tactician noted a visible shift in his players' application when playing on the biggest stage of all.
Chelsea have been urged to draw a firm line after Enzo Fernandez’s comments about a possible future in Spain sparked controversy. Former Blues winger Joe Cole believes the club must act decisively as speculation around Real Madrid continues to swirl.
Real Madrid have firmly rejected claims that the club is planning to appoint a new sporting director. The Spanish giants released a strong statement denying reports that they had begun searching for candidates through an external agency.
La Liga president Javier Tebas has refused to give up on his dream of taking Spanish domestic football abroad, turning his attention to Morocco as a potential host. Following the high-profile collapse of plans to stage a match in the United States, the league chief is now eying a historic move to North Africa.
