Liverpool are nearing a deal for RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande, while Manchester City’s Ruben Dias has instructed agents to pursue a move amid interest from Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Mauricio Pochettino has held preliminary discussions with AC Milan about becoming the club’s new manager, sources confirm. The move signals an early rift with the US Soccer Federation as the World Cup looms.
Declan Rice’s midfield mastery and leadership propelled Arsenal to their first Premier League title in 21 years, earning him BBC Sport’s top individual award. The Gunners’ captain outshone Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes and Brentford’s Igor Thiago in a tightly contested vote.
Tottenham Hotspur have reached a binding agreement to sign Bournemouth’s Marcos Senesi for a fee reported to exceed £30 million. The 28-year-old Argentine international joins Spurs on a five-year deal pending medicals and international clearance.
Lyle Foster’s electrifying form earns him a surprise call-up to South Africa’s 2026 World Cup squad. The 24-year-old Burnley striker joins a revamped Bafana Bafana attack as injuries clear the path.
Arsenal owner Josh Kroenke says the club’s dramatic turnaround under Mikel Arteta began during the Covid-19 shutdown, when empty stadiums forced a rethink of operations. The American billionaire, speaking exclusively to this newspaper, reveals how the pandemic created the conditions for the Gunners’ resurgence.
The Football Association has launched formal misconduct proceedings against Hull City AFC after racist chants were directed at Chelsea’s Reece James during a Premier League match. The incident occurred at Stamford Bridge on October 28, 2023, prompting swift condemnation and now a legal response.
Pitch invasions have surged in Scottish football this season, prompting the Scottish FA to push for stricter rules and criminal penalties. Referees now face online harassment, including the leaking of personal details, forcing police surveillance on match officials.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is preparing to make a shock £85 million offer for Inter Milan’s Nicolò Barella, sources confirm. The move signals a dramatic departure from the club’s cautious spending under the previous regime.
Premier League clubs brace for a seismic shift in scheduling as nine elite European teams clash with domestic fixtures in 2026, forcing a dramatic rethink of fixture lists. The move, spearheaded by UEFA, aims to curb player fatigue but risks igniting a fresh row over fixture congestion.
Brazil forward Neymar has suffered a fractured tibia and may miss the opening matches of the 2026 World Cup. The 32-year-old underwent scans in Paris on Tuesday, with doctors confirming a six-week recovery timeline.
Carlisle United has terminated the contract of head coach Mark Hughes just 18 minutes after the club’s National League playoff exit, citing a 'mutual agreement.' The abrupt decision follows a dramatic 2-1 defeat to Chesterfield that ended the Cumbrians’ promotion hopes.
Southampton Football Club faces stern warnings to curb reckless spending as Kieran Maguire, financial expert, reveals a ÂŁ4.2m shortfall in 2026 budgets. Club directors urged to adopt stricter fiscal discipline or risk further sanctions.
Barcelona has completed a €60 million deal for Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon, securing a versatile attacker to bolster their attacking options for next season. The move comes amid financial constraints but reflects the club’s determination to compete in both domestic and European competitions.
Former striker Benni McCarthy signals immediate availability for Blackburn Rovers’ head coach vacancy, citing lifelong passion for the club. Northern Ireland’s Michael O’Neill departs after saving Rovers from relegation, leaving the Ewood Park dugout vacant.
A 22-year-old striker from Botswana’s second-tier league has seen his social media following explode by 500,000 in under two weeks, defying all expectations ahead of next year’s World Cup. His sudden rise has sent shockwaves through African football and caught the attention of global scouts.
English football’s top flight struggles on the continent as domestic success fails to translate abroad. Analysis reveals a widening gap between domestic performance and European results for Premier League clubs over the last decade.
Steve Clarke has signed a new four-year deal to lead Scotland through back-to-back tournaments, including the 2028 Euros and the 2030 World Cup, after guiding the team to their first men's World Cup in 28 years.
Newcastle United and Everton will meet at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh on August 30 for a Premier League fixture, marking the first top-flight game in Scotland since 1959. The landmark agreement between the clubs, Premiership Rugby and the Scottish Rugby Union opens a new chapter for British football.
Former Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman has publicly criticised the Football Association of Ireland for failing to resolve a dispute threatening the nation's friendly against Israel. The FAI faces a potential ÂŁ1 million fine and a player boycott over match funding.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s choice of an Arsenal FC-themed kurta for Eid prayers has ignited an international debate on religious attire and sports branding, with reactions pouring in from London to Lahore. The symbolic fusion of football fandom and faith has pushed the boundaries of traditional Eid fashion.
Arsenal faces a daunting Champions League final against a resurgent PSG, with injuries decimating the Gunners’ squad. A last-minute form surge from the French side has left bookmakers favouring Mbappé’s team by a narrow margin.
Crystal Palace’s bid to appoint Andoni Iraola has hit a critical impasse, forcing the club to draft Frank Lampard as a contingency plan. Club sources confirm the Spanish manager’s contract talks stalled over personal terms, leaving the Eagles in limbo just 48 hours before their Premier League opener.
Arsenal has unveiled a ÂŁ260 million plan to modernize Emirates Stadium, targeting a return to Champions League dominance by 2026. The overhaul includes expanded seating, premium hospitality upgrades, and a state-of-the-art training facility.