Liam Rosenior believes Chelsea have finally found a world-class successor to Diego Costa. Following a stunning hat-trick against Aston Villa, the Blues boss claims Joao Pedro now belongs in the same bracket as the world's most elite finishers.

A nostalgic throwback clip of Kylian Mbappe has resurfaced on social media, giving fans a glimpse of the French superstar long before he became one of the biggest names in world football. The video shows a teenage Mbappe performing Cristiano Ronaldo’s famous 'Siu' celebration while playing for AS Monaco’s youth team. The clip coincides with the 10-year anniversary of Mbappe signing his first professional contract with Monaco.

Kylian Mbappe is a World Cup-winning global superstar in his own right, but can the Real Madrid ‘Galactico’ be considered to have eclipsed the legend of fellow Frenchman Thierry Henry? Jeremie Aliadiere - a former Arsenal team-mate of another ‘Invincible’ in north London - has explained why all-time lists will always be influenced by generational favouritism.

Kylian Mbappe might have a strained relationship with Paris Saint-Germain as a result of his bitter exit from Parc des Princes in 2024, but the French capital - and especially the Bondy neighbourhood - will always hold a place close to his heart. Dropping his latest signature boots, Nike have recognised that deep connection between Mbappe and the streets he grew up on.

Just as Kylian Mbappe was powering Real Madrid toward a historic season with 38 goals, a serious knee injury has cast doubt over his availability for the decisive stretch of the campaign. With fears of ligament damage growing, club legend Luis Figo has warned the Frenchman against rushing back too soon.