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Awful Arsenal suffered a major blow in the Premier League title race as they crumbled to a 2-1 home defeat to Bournemouth, their third loss in four in all competitions. Mikel Arteta's side were second best all over the pitch on a dismal afternoon for the league leaders, who missed out on the opportunity to open up a 12 point gap over rivals Manchester City ahead of their game at Chelsea on Sunday.

The Saudi Under-21 League showcases a wealth of young talent.

Nico Schlotterbeck reportedly had no choice but to extend his contract with BVB.

Ollie Watkins has revealed that former England striker Michael Owen advised him to play with more aggression as he looks to revive his international ambitions. The Aston Villa forward has sought guidance from the legendary goalscorer during a challenging season. Watkins believes the advice could help him rediscover his best form ahead of the World Cup.

Manchester United have received a major boost in their pursuit of Morgan Rogers after Michael Carrick backed the move. The Red Devils are determined to win the race for the Aston Villa star and have warned Chelsea they will intensify their pursuit of Cole Palmer if the Blues end up landing Rogers.

Despite Bayern Munich’s current outstanding form, the club’s former chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has, surprisingly, put the brakes on the euphoria.

Mason Greenwood inspired Marseille’s return to winning ways with two assists in a 3-1 victory over Metz. The English forward played a decisive role at Stade Velodrome while also reiterating his ambition to finish the season as Ligue 1’s outright top scorer.

Real Madrid are sacrificing their tactical identity to please Mbappé and his teammates.

Arsenal are reportedly planning an ambitious move for Newcastle United star Anthony Gordon as they look to upgrade their attacking options ahead of next season. The Gunners have long been admirers of the England international, whose versatility and work-rate are said to have caught the eye of Mikel Arteta and the club's recruitment team.

Marcus Rashford is beginning to look like his former self during his loan spell with Barcelona, sparking intense debate about his long-term future. As the forward finds his feet in La Liga, Manchester United legend Nicky Butt told the Red Devils that facilitating his permanent return to Old Trafford could provide the "golden nugget" the squad is currently lacking.

FC Bayern Munich are reportedly weighing up a move for Newcastle United forward Anthony Gordon.

Chelsea could be forced into a major sale if they fail to qualify for the Champions League. Enzo Fernandez has emerged as the most likely high-profile departure amid financial pressure at Stamford Bridge, with Interest from Real Madrid continuing to hover ahead of the summer window.

Roberto De Zerbi has officially begun his rescue mission at Tottenham, making the surprising admission that he wants his new squad to replicate the football they played under former manager Ange Postecoglou. The Italian tactician, who has signed a five-year deal at the North London club, is tasked with dragging Spurs out of an unlikely relegation scrap.

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink believes Mikel Arteta is fortunate to still be Arsenal manager after the club's transfer spending over the last two years. The former Netherlands striker questioned the Spaniard’s trophy record and suggested the Gunners should be further ahead after investing heavily in the squad.

FC Bayern Munich could lose two top talents this summer.

Nico Schlotterbeck has handed Borussia Dortmund a significant boost by committing his long-term future to the club, but the deal may not be as straightforward as it seems. Despite signing a massive contract extension until 2031, the German international has ensured a potential exit path remains open with new contract contains a release clause, valid from this summer, and which only applies to a select few clubs.

Liverpool CEO Billy Hogan has urged supporters to focus on the “facts” behind the club’s ticket price increase ahead of planned protests at Anfield. Fans have already signalled their frustration, while manager Arne Slot hopes the atmosphere will remain strong during the team’s upcoming match.

Arne Slot has admitted Liverpool are entering a transition period after the end of the Jurgen Klopp era. The Reds’ Premier League triumph last season delayed an inevitable rebuild, with several key players now set to depart. Slot insists the club’s hierarchy fully understands the situation.

Bayern Munich’s rising star Lennart Karl is currently generating significant buzz in the Spanish press ahead of the club’s clashes with Real Madrid.

Just days after Vinicius Junior was targeted by the home support during the clash with Bayern Munich, the whistles returned to the Santiago Bernabeu with even greater intensity. This time, Real Madrid fans made their feelings perfectly clear following a disappointing stalemate with Girona. Despite taking the lead, a lethargic performance saw the home crowd turn on their stars in a vocal display of frustration that signals a deepening crisis of confidence in the capital.

The Bavarian dictionary has no entry for “caution”.

Alvaro Arbeloa launched a furious attack on the officials after Real Madrid were denied what he believed was a clear penalty in their 1-1 draw with Girona. The Madrid coach also addressed concerns over Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr as Los Blancos dropped more points in the title race.

Exciting matches await fans in the Saudi Under-21 League play-offs.

Tottenham Hotspur have officially dropped into the Premier League relegation zone following West Ham’s dominant victory over Wolves on Friday night. The result leaves the north London club facing the very real prospect of a catastrophic exit from the top flight just one year after tasting European glory.

Alessandro Bastoni is reportedly cooling on the idea of a summer move to Barcelona as he focuses on securing another Serie A title with Inter. Despite a barrage of reports in both the Italian and Spanish media suggesting a deal is close, the defender’s heart remains firmly in Milan.

Real Madrid could be set for a massive defensive boost at the perfect time as Thibaut Courtois steps up his recovery from a thigh injury. The Belgium international is eyeing a return to action for the decisive weeks of the season as Alvaro Arbeloa's side hunt for silverware on two fronts.

Kylian Mbappe endured an off night as Real Madrid slumped to a 1-1 draw with Girona that may well kill off their La Liga title hopes. Federico Valverde's second-half strike was countered by a Thomas Lemar goal to see the spoils shared at the Bernabeu. Los Blancos could trail Barcelona by nine points - with seven games to go - if their bitter rivals win on Saturday.

Al-Maliki eases the pressure on Barcelona