Fabian Hurzeler is younger than some Premier League players, with Mark McGhee telling GOAL why the “ageless” 33-year-old is “only going to get better” as he follows in illustrious footsteps at Brighton. The Seagulls have seen the likes of Graham Potter and Roberto De Zerbi pass through their dugout before going on to land prestigious Premier League posts.
Liverpool have reportedly struck an agreement in principle with Paris Saint-Germain to sign Bradley Barcola in a blockbuster £120 million transfer. The France international has emerged as the Reds' primary target to succeed Mohamed Salah and looks set to complete a move to Anfield after crucial negotiations this week.
The ex-Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder is undergoing a remarkable transformation in Iraq following his unexpected departure from the Premier Soccer League. The talented playmaker has hit the ground running at his new club, earning rave reviews for his immediate impact in the Middle East.
Alvaro Morata is closing in on a surprise loan move to Spanish second-tier outfit Leganes after a frustrating spell in Serie A with Como. The 33-year-old forward, who has commanded €229m in career transfer fees across spells with Europe's elite, is seeking a fresh start in Spain following a solitary goal during his time under Cesc Fabregas.
Palmeiras youth academy coordinator Joao Paulo Sampaio has lavished praise on the club's talent pathway following an agreed €40m deal to sell attacking midfielder Allan to Manchester City. The 22-year-old was officially honoured at Nubank Parque on Wednesday as the Brazilian giants celebrated yet another lucrative European export.
Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has lifted the lid on the tactical masterclass delivered by Jose Mourinho at half-time during their 4-1 thrashing of Real Sociedad. The Uruguayan credits the manager's intervention for transforming a stuttering performance into a dominant display spearheaded by a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick.
Jack Grealish could “play for any club in the world”, Steve Bruce has told GOAL, with a man that worked with the England international at Aston Villa explaining why the Manchester City forward is “too good” not to find regular football somewhere late in the summer transfer window. The enigmatic 30-year-old, who spent time at Everton last season, has emerged as a target for Sunderland.
Borussia Dortmund president Hans-Joachim Watzke has admitted Bayern Munich are overwhelming favourites for the Bundesliga title, insisting his side cannot compete economically. Despite picking up 73 points last season, Watzke conceded that Vincent Kompany's dominant champions remain out of reach for the rest of German football.
Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are preparing for a frostier-than-usual encounter in Monaco for the Champions League draw following a public spat over Julian Alvarez. Relationships between the two Spanish heavyweights have hit a new low after Joan Laporta’s public pursuit of the Argentine forward met a blistering response from the capital club.
Harry Kane has weighed in on the European landscape, identifying Paris Saint-Germain as the frontrunners for the upcoming Champions League campaign. The Bayern Munich striker spoke ahead of the highly anticipated league phase draw, where the continent's elite clubs will discover their initial path to glory.
AC Milan forward Rafael Leao has rejected a lucrative proposal to join Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal before the transfer window closes. The Portugal international remains determined to continue playing at the highest level in European football, despite ongoing uncertainty surrounding his exact role at San Siro under new manager Ruben Amorim.
The Amakhosi mentor expressed his deep frustration following his side's 2-2 draw against Natal Rich Boyz on Wednesday night. While the Soweto giants managed to maintain their unbeaten start to the Betway Premiership season, the Frenchman was left rueing a series of defensive lapses that cost them all three points.
Fenerbahce are in the Champions League for the first time in 15 years. But after the win at Olympique Lyon, the situation escalates completely. The focus is on Matteo Guendouzi.
Long interview with the Belgian, who also speaks about the Serie A title: "If I look at the squad and the signings, I think Inter are the clear favourites. We are there with the usual six or seven teams, all close together in no particular order"
