Manchester United are set to secure the long-term future of midfield starlet Kobbie Mainoo, reaching a full agreement over a lucrative new contract at Old Trafford. The 21-year-old is set to sign a bumper deal that reflects his status as a cornerstone of the club's engine room under Michael Carrick.
The Buccaneers star is widely expected to be one of Bafana Bafana’s key players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With Themba Zwane still battling to rediscover his top form, the spotlight increasingly shifts to the 21-year-old. That rise in responsibility places significant expectations on his shoulders as he looks to deliver for his country.
Jose Mourinho is reportedly the leading candidate to return to Real Madrid as head coach if Alvaro Arbeloa is sacked. Club president Florentino Perez is reportedly driving the pursuit of the current Benfica boss to lift the squad after a difficult campaign. With a manageable break clause in his contract, the 'Special One' could be set for a sensational second act at the Santiago Bernabeu.
The Amakhosi goalkeeper is the man on everyone’s lips after an inspired Soweto Derby display, sparking widespread calls for his inclusion in the upcoming global showpiece. A former Orlando Pirates goalkeeper believes the Glamour Boys' shot-stopper has done enough to earn a place in Hugo Broos’ squad. He went a step further, boldly declaring that Beeza is now firmly in the conversation to become the national team's first choice.
Manchester City defender John Stones has announced he will leave the club at the end of the season, bringing the curtain down on an iconic 10-year stint at the Etihad Stadium. The England international will depart as a free agent this summer following a decade that saw him redefine the role of a modern central defender under Pep Guardiola.
When a player leaves a club, it is mostly news that is not well-received by the fans, especially if he was a dependable figure. In most cases, such moves put the players at the receiving end of intense criticism from the club's faithful. This is exactly a situation a former Amakhosi forward found himself in when he decided to pursue greener pastures elsewhere.
The defending Premier Soccer League champions are a point behind Orlando Pirates in the race for the crown. However, they have collected just two points in their latest as many outings, with the most recent being against the Natal Rich Boys on Sunday.
Michael Owen has called on Manchester United to offer Rasmus Hojlund a lifeline at Old Trafford, insisting the Danish striker has not been given a proper chance to succeed. The former United forward believes the 23-year-old, who is currently on loan at Napoli, could be a revelation in the functioning system currently being implemented by interim boss Michael Carrick.
The 28-year-old is refusing to let his World Cup dream die, with the FCSB defender making a defiant return to action after a lengthy spell on the sidelines. The former Kaizer Chiefs man has sent a clear message to Bafana Bafana boss as the race for a plane ticket to North America enters its final stretch.
Arsenal face a significant defensive setback as Jurrien Timber missed the final training session ahead of Wednesday's Champions League semi-final first leg encounter against Atletico Madrid. With Kai Havertz also set to be absent following a knock against Newcastle, Mikel Arteta must navigate a growing injury list for the clash at the Wanda Metropolitano. However, the Gunners have been handed a boost with the return of three key stars.
The Glamour Boys battled against their traditional rivals, the Buccaneers, last weekend to share the Premier Soccer League spoils at the FNB Stadium. It was a massive result for Amakhosi, who look destined to get back to continental football once again next season.
As fans anxiously waited for the players to square it out on the pitch, chaos erupted during the warm-up session. The event, which overshadowed it, involved Amakhosi team officials and the security personnel of the home team. However, tension cooled down, and the game started before each side earned a point from the stalemate.
Jack Grealish has found an unlikely ally in former Aston Villa teammate Gabby Agbonlahor after images surfaced of the playmaker appearing to be asleep at a Manchester rooftop bar. The England international, currently sidelined with a season-ending injury, has been the subject of intense scrutiny following his latest afternoon outing.
Barcelona have opened negotiations with Manchester United to secure Marcus Rashford for a second consecutive loan spell. Despite earlier speculation that his time in Spain was coming to an end, Hansi Flick has reportedly given his "green light" for the forward to stay. With financial constraints making a permanent €30m deal difficult, the Blaugrana are hoping to reach a fresh agreement with the Red Devils.
Eder Militao's 2026 World Cup dream is over following the confirmation of a devastating thigh injury that required immediate surgery. The Real Madrid defender reportedly received the heartbreaking diagnosis after consulting with a specialist in Finland, bringing a premature end to his season and his hopes of representing Brazil this summer.
Mohamed Salah is set to reveal his next destination "in a few days," according to an Egyptian national team staff member. The Liverpool legend, who recently confirmed he will depart Anfield this summer after nine years, will be available on a free transfer at the end of the season, and there has been no shortage of interest.
Beth Mead and Katie McCabe are both attracting interest from Manchester City as their respective Arsenal contracts prepare to come to an end, according to a report. Rumours of McCabe's departure have been rife for a while and now it appears she could be joined by her Gunners' team-mate at her next destination, in a move that would see Mead join long-time partner Vivianne Miedema in Manchester.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has no intention of leaving Paris Saint-Germain this summer, according to his father, Badri Kvaratskhelia. Despite persistent reported interest from Arsenal, the 25-year-old winger remains fully committed to the PSG project as the French giants chase back-to-back Champions League titles.
Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez has hit out at intensifying speculation linking him with a summer move to Barcelona, labelling the reports a "snowball of lies". The Argentine forward broke his silence during the build-up to Atleti's crucial Champions League semi-final against Arsenal, amid claims that the Catalan giants have already made contact over a blockbuster deal.
Barcelona are reportedly preparing a "cut-price" raid on Tottenham as the north London club faces the unthinkable prospect of relegation from the Premier League. With Spurs embroiled in a desperate survival battle, the Blaugrana are monitoring five of their star assets - including La Masia graduate Xavi Simons - as they look to capitalise on the crisis at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Anthony Gordon was once regarded as FC Bayern’s top target. However, it now appears he is merely the best available alternative. Indeed, the club have reportedly identified RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande as their main target for next summer, according to The Athletic. However, because the club’s hierarchy believes the deal would be too expensive, Newcastle United’s forward Gordon has emerged as the preferred alternative.
Newcastle United are reportedly ready to explore the sale of Yoane Wissa this summer, marking a stunning U-turn on a player who cost the club £55 million just last year. The DR Congo international has struggled to make an impact on Tyneside following a series of fitness setbacks and tactical shifts under Eddie Howe.
The showdown between the Soweto rivals continues to dominate headlines days after it was played. Apart from coaches of respective teams, pundits and fans have continued to analyse the match whose outcome is believed to be able to highly influence the title race.
Dani Carvajal has sparked controversy after being caught on camera apparently mocking team-mate Trent Alexander-Arnold during Real Madrid's draw with Real Betis. The veteran right-back, who has seen his minutes slashed under Alvaro Arbeloa, appeared to critique the Englishman's defensive work rate from the sidelines.
Arsenal are stepping up their search for summer reinforcements, with sporting director Andrea Berta personally overseeing a scouting mission in Turkey. The Gunners chief was in attendance for the high-stakes Istanbul derby clash between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce to monitor Victor Osimhen and two other players.
The league race has reached a fever pitch as the Buccaneers look to finally end Masandawana's long-standing dominance in South African football. With the Soweto giants currently leading the pack, the legendary figure believes a specific distraction could play right into the hands of his former club.
Deniz Undav currently plays a supporting role under Julian Nagelsmann, yet Jurgen Klopp is highly impressed by the VfB Stuttgart striker. The former manager of Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund revealed in an interview with Bild that he is a fan of the striker.
Schalke 04 can secure their return to the Bundesliga this weekend, but a major concern lingers ahead of the match. According to Bild, the club are deeply concerned ahead of their potential promotion play-off against relegation-threatened Fortuna Dusseldorf, fearing that supporters plan to storm the pitch at all costs.
