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Florian Wirtz's journey to Liverpool is backed by belief, ambition and raw talent plus a bold personal mission: becoming the best player in the world.

Former Chelsea and Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech's son Damian has signed his first professional deal with Fulham, joining his sister at Craven Cottage.

Former Chelsea and Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has backed Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez to join the Blues this summer, claiming the Argentine could be an "inspiration" in their dressing room. Martinez appeared to bid a tearful goodbye to Aston Villa fans after their final home game of the 2024-25 campaign against Tottenham in May, though he has yet to publicly confirm he wants to leave the club.

AC Milan are interested in Nicolas Jackson and Jean-Philipe Mateta as the Italian club seek alternatives for striker target Dusan Vlahovic.

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

Arsenal will have to make an improved offer if they want to sign Valencia defender Cristhian Mosquera, whose contract runs out next year.

Angel Di Maria could not hold back tears after sealing an emotional return to Rosario Central on a free transfer. Di Maria left Europe after 18 years as his Benfica contract expired at the end of the 2024-25 campaign. The winger also revealed what ex-Argentina team-mate Lionel Messi told him after returning to his boyhood club.

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique will be without the services of two defenders for the remainder of the Club World Cup due to suspension.

Former Manchester United youngster Zidane Iqbal has hit out at Erik ten Hag after he was told he would play for the Red Devils only to be dropped.

Ivan Rakitic has officially hung up his boots after a trophy-laden career with Barcelona and Sevilla, leaving behind a heartfelt farewell.

The 23-year-old enjoyed a stellar campaign in 2024-25, and is now primed to join one of Europe's elite clubs in the near future

England goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck has returned to the Women's Super League after just one year as she signed for Aston Villa on Tuesday. Roebuck left Manchester City to join Barcelona on a two-year deal last summer but she is now back in her homeland after mutually terminating her contract with the Catalan giants. Roebuck has signed a two-year deal with the Villans.

Juventus are targeting Bayer Leverkusen player Granit Xhaka following his failed move to AC Milan.

Jamal Musiala's national team-mate and former Bayern Munich pal Leroy Sane reacted to the youngster's devastating ankle injury.

Arsenal will soon announce the signing of Brentford star Christian Norgaard to add more depth and experience to their midfield options.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca claimed that European clubs came to the Club World Cup after gruelling campaigns compared to South American teams but was left speechless when it was pointed out that the Blues' semi-final opponents, Fluminense, have played more matches than them since the summer of 2024. Chelsea appeared in 63 matches across all competitions before heading to the United States.

Ronald Araujo is preparing for Barcelona preseason and looks set to stay, despite a €60 million (£50m/$69m) release clause that’s nearing expiry.

Sunderland have joined the likes of Marseille and Atletico Madrid in pursuit of West Ham defender Nayef Aguerd this summer.

Manchester United are keeping tabs on Boca Juniors star Milton Delgado and could make an imminent move for the 20-year-old, who is valued around €11m.

Former German international Lothar Matthaus has provided his thoughts on Bayern Munich's transfer plans following Jamal Musiala's ankle injury.

Napoli have launched their first bid worth €55 million (£47m/$64m) for Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez as Antonio Conte looks to bolster his Serie A-winning squad. The Italian champions are considering the Uruguayan as a priority transfer target after a meeting between club owner Aurelio De Laurentiis and the player's agent Fali Ramadani.

Real Madrid have apparently reached a decision on the immediate future of Endrick, who is yet to feature under new head coach Xabi Alonso.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Noni Madueke will play in the Club World Cup semi-final against Fluminense despite being linked with a move to Premier League rivals Arsenal this summer. The winger has featured in all of the Blues' Club World Cup matches thus far, including the quarter-final win against Palmeiras, where he came on as a substitute in the second half.

Manchester United have been told Aston Villa's Emi Martinez would be a "massive improvement" on Andre Onana, even if he isn't the "perfect person".

Bayern Munich may decide against signing a replacement for the injured Jamal Musiala, and are yet to strike deals for Luis Diaz and Nick Woltemade.

Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce are in talks with Bayern Munich to sign Kingsley Coman, eyeing a possible €40 million (£34m/$46m) move for the winger.

Inter Miami are "extremely confident" of tying Lionel Messi to a new contract despite strong interest from Saudi Pro League giants Al-Ahli. Messi, who joined the Herons in the summer of 2023, has an active contract with the club until the end of the 2025, however, the David Beckham-owned side want to retain the Argentina legend beyond this year.

Chelsea-bound Estevao Willian rejected a chance to join up with Blues squad for the remainder of the Club World Cup in the US as he wanted to bid a proper goodbye to his boyhood club Palmeiras. The youngster scored in his final game for the Brazilian side against his future club but they crashed out of the competition after suffering a 2-1 defeat in the quarter-finals.

Kylian Mbappe, Antonio Rudiger and Dani Ceballos have been fined following their actions after the Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid.