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Barcelona are determined to sign a new left winger before Friday’s transfer deadline. As things stand, Federico Chiesa is the preferred option, and an opening offer is expected to be sent to Juventus in the coming days.

However, Chiesa isn’t the only player being considered by Barcelona. Earlier this month, they were linked with Kingsley Coman, who will be allowed to leave Bayern Munich on loan during…

Continue ReadingBarcelona are determined to sign a new left winger before Friday’s transfer deadline. As things stand, Federico Chiesa is the preferred option, and an opening offer is expected to be sent to Juventus in the coming days.

Real Madrid play their first home match of the 2024-25 season on Sunday, as they host Real Valladolid at the Santiago Bernabeu. Carlo Ancelotti’s side will be aiming to bounce back from last weekend’s disappointing opening weekend draw against Mallorca, and they are huge favourites to do so.

Valladolid will arrive in the Spanish capital with confidence, having won their opening match against Espanyol. Paulo Pezzolano is projected to name the same team that started at the Estadio…

Continue ReadingReal Madrid play their first home match of the 2024-25 season on Sunday, as they host Real Valladolid at the Santiago Bernabeu. Carlo Ancelotti’s side will be aiming to bounce back from last weekend’s disappointing opening weekend draw against Mallorca, and they are huge favourites to do so.

Mikel Merino has reportedly ‘completed his Arsenal medical’ as he edges closer to finalising a £33million deal to join the north London club from Real Sociedad.

Mail Sport reported last week that the Mikel Arteta's side had agreed a £32.67million deal in principle with the LaLiga club to sign the Spain international, with the Gunners looking…

Continue ReadingMikel Merino has reportedly ‘completed his Arsenal medical’ as he edges closer to finalising a £33million deal to join the north London club from Real Sociedad.

Two years on from iconic winger Sadio Mane’s departure, Liverpool still haven’t found a true replacement.

The clock is ticking on this summer’s transfer window, and new Anfield boss Arne Slot’s dealings have gone far from smoothly. They are the only Premier League side yet to…

Continue ReadingTwo years on from iconic winger Sadio Mane’s departure, Liverpool still haven’t found a true replacement.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he will open talks about a new contract with the club once the transfer window has closed.

Arteta's current contract expires at the end of this season but talks are not expected to be a problem and the 42-year-old has a good relationship with the club's hierarchy.…

Continue ReadingArsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he will open talks about a new contract with the club once the transfer window has closed.

Parisians are the main buyers of tickets for the Paralympic Games, organisers said, rushing to grab a second opportunity to see competitions in some of the Games’ spectacular venues, after many chose to snub the Olympics or missed out on tickets.

In July, Parisians had left the city in droves ahead of the Olympics, with entire neighbourhoods turned eerily quiet as residents decamped as they feared the disturbance and traffic problems…

Continue ReadingParisians are the main buyers of tickets for the Paralympic Games, organisers said, rushing to grab a second opportunity to see competitions in some of the Games’ spectacular venues, after many chose to snub the Olympics or missed out on tickets.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca says there could be “problems” if the club cannot trim his large squad before the transfer window closes.

The Blues have made 11 signings so far this summer which has seen the senior squad swell to more than 40 players. Earlier this week, Maresca said England internationals Raheem…

Continue ReadingChelsea boss Enzo Maresca says there could be “problems” if the club cannot trim his large squad before the transfer window closes.

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has sustained a calf injury in training just over two weeks before England begin their Nations League campaign.

The 21-year-old was unable to finish a club session on Friday. BBC Sport has contacted Real to establish how long Bellingham is likely to be out for. Reports in Spain…

Continue ReadingReal Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has sustained a calf injury in training just over two weeks before England begin their Nations League campaign.

Ivan Toney’s future at Brentford is “up in the air” but he could be involved against Liverpool on Sunday, says Bees boss Thomas Frank.

The 28-year-old striker was left out of Brentford's opening Premier League win over Crystal Palace amid transfer links to the Saudi Pro League and several English clubs. BBC Sport understands…

Continue ReadingIvan Toney’s future at Brentford is “up in the air” but he could be involved against Liverpool on Sunday, says Bees boss Thomas Frank.