AZ Alkmaar Overview

Anderson for £116m?! The ultimate example of 'English tax'

For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is likely to once again be bust, with some huge names set to make big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.

Germany v Cote D'Ivoire: Group E - FIFA World Cup 2026

Diomande addresses Liverpool talk amid Leipzig exit rumours

RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande has officially addressed the mounting speculation regarding his future as Liverpool step up their pursuit of the Ivorian starlet. The 19-year-old winger has become one of the most sought-after properties in world football following a breakout season in the Bundesliga and a series of dazzling performances at the World Cup.

Germany v Curacao: Group E - FIFA World Cup 2026

Man Utd in talks to sign Dortmund's Nmecha

Manchester United are reportedly in talks to sign Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha as the battle for the Germany international's signature intensifies. The Red Devils are working hard to steal a march on Premier League rivals Manchester City and Liverpool, who are also keeping a close eye on the 25-year-old following his impressive displays at the World Cup.

FC Barcelona v Real Madrid CF - LaLiga EA Sports

Man Utd legend urges club to launch Alexander-Arnold transfer swoop

Manchester United legend Antonio Valencia has called on his former club to make a move for Real Madrid full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold. The former Red Devils captain believes the defender possesses the unique personality required to thrive at Old Trafford despite his deep-rooted ties to rivals Liverpool.

'We'll see' - Klopp hints at coaching return but avoids Real Madrid link

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has dropped an intriguing hint regarding a potential return to the managerial dugout in the future. The German tactician carefully sidestepped direct questions regarding whether Spanish giants Real Madrid had ever presented a concrete career option for him.

Nunez to bring chaos back? What Liverpool need in summer window

Liverpool legend John Barnes has told GOAL what the summer transfer window needs to bring for new Reds boss Andoni Iraola, with Darwin Nunez seeing a shock return to Anfield speculated on. The mercurial Uruguayan striker will be allowed to leave Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal as a free agent, but is his chaos factor what is required in a new era on Merseyside?

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
6	PEC Zwolle	22	11	1	10	35	32	3	34	L W L W L
7	SC Heerenveen	22	8	2	12	38	51	-13	26	L L W L L
8	AZ Alkmaar	22	6	6	10	36	46	-10	24	W L L D D
9	ADO Den Haag	22	6	4	12	24	45	-21	22	W L W D W
10	HERA United	22	5	5	12	24	42	-18	20	L L L W W