Manchester City have officially confirmed that Belgian winger Jeremy Doku has committed his long-term future to the club by signing a new five-year contract. The fresh deal ensures the explosive attacker will remain at the Etihad Stadium until at least 2031 as the club enters a new era under manager Enzo Maresca.
Celta Vigo's opening La Liga fixture against Osasuna is in serious doubt following a severe fungus outbreak on the pitch at Estadio de Balaidos. League inspectors are due to assess the damaged playing surface within 24 hours to determine whether the match can go ahead as scheduled, with Celta reportedly requesting a postponement.
Liverpool legend John Barnes has told GOAL that Florian Wirtz is his “favourite player” at Anfield, with the German playmaker being backed to “do what Bruno Fernandes does” while donning a different red shirt. Wirtz endured a testing debut campaign in English football, but the talented 23-year-old can still justify the £116 million ($156m) worth of faith that has been shown in him.
Mikel Arteta has revealed that Bruno Guimaraes was desperate to pull on the Arsenal shirt for the first time during the Gunners' final pre-season friendly. The Brazilian midfielder, who recently completed a high-profile move from Newcastle, made his bow in a 1-1 draw against Como at the Emirates Stadium.
Former Everton senior scout Bryan King believes Bournemouth midfielder Marcus Tavernier would represent a shrewd piece of business for the Toffees this summer. With David Moyes looking to bolster his midfield options ahead of the new campaign, the Merseyside club have made initial enquiries regarding the 27-year-old's availability.
Paris Saint-Germain kicked off their new season in ideal fashion by securing a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa to retain the UEFA Super Cup. Following the hard-fought triumph, midfielder Warren Zaire-Emery hailed the incredible unity within Luis Enrique's squad as they target even more silverware.
After a difficult early summer, Atakan Karazor is now also enduring a difficult pre-season at VfB Stuttgart. Is the captain slipping quietly and silently overboard?
Former Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas has praised the Gunners' hierarchy for showing patience with Mikel Arteta during his toughest moments at the helm. Returning to the Emirates Stadium with his Como side for a pre-season friendly, the Spaniard revealed that the Italian club are actively trying to replicate Arsenal's culture and long-term stability.
Manchester United are said to be keen on Lewis Hall, but can the Newcastle left-back become “the new Patrice Evra” at Old Trafford? The man himself has attempted to answer that question, with the legendary Red Devils defender assessing potential transfer business with GOAL. More movement is expected before the summer window of 2026 swings shut.
Former Manchester United defender Quinton Fortune admits he wishes his old club had re-signed Danny Welbeck this summer. The experienced striker instead completed a surprise move from Brighton to Chelsea, leaving Fortune to praise Xabi Alonso's astute business in the transfer market.
Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has provided a cryptic update on the future of Bradley Barcola as interest from the Premier League continues to intensify. The 23-year-old winger has emerged as a primary target for both Liverpool and Arsenal following his stellar rise in the French capital.