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30Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Marseille sign Hamed Traore from Bournemouth

Hamed Traore Olympique de Marseille have added some more attacking punch to its squad.On Friday, the club announced the signing of Hamed Traore (25), who featured prominently last season on loan at AJ Auxerre. The Ivorian international was the joint-top goalscorer in Ligue 1 for Christophe Pélissier’s men, as he and Gaëtan Perrin (29) each scored 10 times. Traore had been under contract with Premier League Bournemouth before officially signing at Marseille. Roberto De Zerbi, his new manager, said that the attacking midfielder had been on their radar throughout this transfer window. “This summer, we immediately thought of Traore. He is a very good player, he has already played in France, I have already trained him (in Empoli, between June 2018 and May 2021) he can occupy two...

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25Aug By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Ligue 1: AS Monaco falls to Lille after Giroud’s stoppage-time winner

Olivier Giroud Undone by a stoppage-time goal from Olivier Giroud, AS Monaco conceded their first defeat of the season against LOSC Lille at the end of the second matchday in Ligue 1 (1-0). On the road at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy, the players from the Rock met a LOSC outfit that will certainly be a serious competitor in the race for the Champions League. After 90 minutes of fierce battling, it was Giroud that found the breakthrough at the death, sealing Lille’s triumph with a late strike, which served as a devastating blow for ASM and their supporters, who were present in large numbers in the away section to support their team. While the heat was on early, AS Monaco did not give in and were dominant to start proceedings, with Caio Henrique particularly impressive on the left flank to give...

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18Aug By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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latest football news:Lee Kang-in starts for PSG 1-0 Nantes

Lee Kang In Lee Kang-in, the 24-year-old midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain, started in PSG’s 1-0 win over FC Nantes in the opening match of the 2025–26 Ligue 1 season. Lee was named in the starting lineup for PSG in their away match against FC Nantes held on Sunday at Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes, France. He played as a midfielder in a 4-3-3 formation alongside Fabian Ruiz and Vitinha. Lee completed 57 of 62 passes for a 92 percent success rate, created three chances and recorded two shots, according to football statistics platform FotMob. He was substituted out in the 61st minute. The match featured a rare sight for Korean football fans: three Korean players on the pitch. Nantes midfielder Kwon Hyeok-kyu also started and played 79 minutes, notably clearing a cross from Lee in the 9t...

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14Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Inaki Pena remains first choice for new Como goalkeeper

Inaki Pena Como interest in Inaki Pena, and negotiations continue for the Barcelona goalkeeper, even if they have two alternatives as well. The shot-stopper is down to the final months of his current contract at Camp Nou, which will expire in June 2026, so a sale is likely this summer. Como do need a new Number 1 and that was confirmed by coach Cesc Fabregas in a press conference this week, so now it’s just down to finding the right candidate. Inaki Pena is in a hurry too, as he has other offers on the table, so a decision one way or another is expected very soon.Como are looking at two other options for the role, but are continuing negotiations for the Barcelona man. The 26-year-old came through the Barcelona youth academy and had a loan spell with Galatasaray in 2022, ...

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14Aug By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Luis Enrique: PSG didn’t deserve to win Super Cup

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said his side "didn't deserve" to win the UEFA Super Cup after they produced a dramatic late rally to beat Tottenham Hotspur in a penalty shootout on Wednesday. Nuno Mendes converted the clinching spot kick in the shootout to complete a PSG comeback that looked unlikely when Tottenham held a 2-0 lead in the 85th minute of regulation in the annual match between the most recent winners of the Champions League and Europa League. And Luis Enrique said the contrasting fitness levels of the two teams was evident, with his side having only just resumed training following their run to the final of the Club World Cup last month. "For 80 minutes we didn't deserve that, I think Tottenham deserved to win the match because they were in form, they were training for...

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9Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Lille reach agreement with Real Betis for Romain Perraud

Romain Perraud According to a report from Foot Mercato and confirmed by L’Équipe, Lille OSC reached an agreement last night to sign Romain Perraud (27) from Real Betis for €3.5m, including bonuses. This is the same amount that the Spanish club paid for the left-back last summer when they signed him from Southampton FC on a contract lasting until 2029. Perraud is reportedly expected to arrive in Lille today and will travel with the squad for tomorrow’s preseason friendly against West Ham United at the London Stadium. His arrival marks the end of Lille’s hunt for a new starting left-back, which had been a priority for the club following the departures of Gabriel Gudmundsson, Mitchel Bakker, and Ismaily. Lille had been considering a move for David Møller Wolfe (23). However, they were u...

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4Aug By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Napoli lose friendly 2-1 to Brest on Milinkovic-Savic debut

Lorenzo Lucca Lorenzo Lucca scores for the second game in a row and Vanja Milinkovic-Savic made his Napoli debut, but Antonio Conte’s men lost 2-1 to Stade Brestois. This was the opportunity for new goalkeeper Milinkovic-Savic to make his debut following the transfer from Torino. Summer additions Sam Beukema, Kevin De Bruyne, Lorenzo Lucca and Noa Lang were also in the starting XI, but players like Scott McTominay, Alessandro Buongiorno, Alex Meret, Matias Olivera and Billy Gilmour were not fully fit.David Neres had several early chances, while Giacomo Raspadori and Beukema efforts were straight at the goalkeeper. It was Brest who broke the deadlock with Ludovic Ajorque surprising Amir Rrahmani, then the same striker was ready to nod in a Romain Del Castillo cross. De Bruyne...

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16Jul By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

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FC Metz set to sign Ivorian international Jean-Philippe Gbamin

Jean-Philippe GBAMIN of Nantes during the Ligue 1 McDonald's match between Nantes and Monaco at Beaujoire Stadium on January 10, 2025 in Nantes, France. FC Metz are set to sign Jean-Philippe Gbamin (29), according to Foot Mercato. He has reportedly passed his medical and will be officially announced imminently. Gbamin began his career at RC Lens before moving to FSV Mainz 05 in July 2016. After three seasons in Germany, he joined Premier League side Everton. He struggled for game time in England, making only eight appearances for the club. After successive loan spells at CSKA Moscow and Trabzonspor, he returned to France and joined Ligue 2 side USL Dunkerque. He then signed for Ligue 1 club FC Nantes in August 2024 on a free transfer. Having made only 15 appearances, Gbamin joined FC Züric...

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15Jul By Silver Emmanuel4 Comments

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PSG centre-back hands transfer request following Club World Cup

LILLE, FRANCE - APRIL 1: Marquinhos of PSG celebrates his goal with Lucas Beraldo during the French Cup semifinal football match between USL Dunkerque and Paris Saint Germain (PSG) at Stade Pierre Mauroy, Decathlon Arena on April 1, 2025 in Villeneuve d'Ascq near Lille, France. Last night, Paris Saint-Germain fell 3-0 at the hands of Premier League side Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup final. Following the loss, Lucas Beraldo reportedly handed a transfer request to the Champions League winners' board. As many of his teammates in PSG's backline, Beraldo had a real hard time stopping Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro as Chelsea dominated Luis Enrique's side in the final. However, he proved many times last season that he was able to step up to the plate and replace Marquinhos or Willian Pach...

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12Jul By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

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Bale: Dembélé clear favourite for Ballon d’Or

Ousmane Dembele right winger of PSG and France during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 semi-final match between Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid CF at MetLife Stadium on July 9, 2025 in East Rutherford, United States. Gareth Bale believes Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele is the front runner for this season's Ballon D'or award "by some way." Dembélé and PSG face Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup final on Sunday as they look to cap off a remarkable campaign with another trophy. The French side won Ligue 1 and finally clinched their first Champions League title in emphatic fashion with a 5-0 thrashing of Inter Milan in Munich in May. Dembélé has been instrumental to their recent success, with 35 goals and 16 assists in 53 matches this term. Former Real Madrid, Tottenham and Wales ...

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29Jun By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Neom reach agreement with OGC Nice over Marcin Bulka transfer

Goalkeeper Marcin Bulka plays during the international friendly match between Poland and Moldova at Silesian Stadium in Chorzow, Poland, on June 6, 2025. This game is part of preparations ahead of upcoming FIFA World Cup European qualifying matches. (Photo by Marcin Golba/NurPhoto via Getty Images) As already reported by The Guardian, Marcin Bulka (25) has agreed to join Saudi Arabian club Neom SC. Foot Mercato now understands that an agreement has been reached between the two clubs. OGC Nice are looking to sell Bulka this summer. His contract expires next summer and talks between the Polish goalkeeper and Le Gym over a renewal have been at an impasse for several months. Discussions are not expected to resume, nor are Nice open to losing the player on a free transfer. A summer de...

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28Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Nantes captain Pedro Chirivella joins Panathinaikos

Pedro CHIRIVELLA of Nantes during the Ligue 1 MCDonald's match between Auxerre and Nantes on May 10, 2025 at Stade de L'Abbe-Deschamps in Auxerre, France. Nantes have announced that club captain Pedro Chirivella (28) has joined Panathinaikos. The Spanish midfielder arrived in Ligue 1 five years ago upon the expiry of his Liverpool contract. The Valencia CF youth product has since been elected captain and has been a key member in Les Canaris’ midfield and was a part of the club’s Coupe de France triumph back in 2022. Chirivella was to enter his final contract year with Nantes. Eventually, he would pursue his career in Greece. “An exemplary captain, Pedro always wore our colors with pride and determination. A respected leader both on and off the pitch, he left his mark on the history of FC N...

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13Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Pogba aiming to return with Monaco after doping ban

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 19: Paul Pogba attend the "Highest 2 Lowest" red carpet at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 19, 2025 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images) Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba is in advanced talks with Monaco as he seeks a return to football after a doping suspension. The French World Cup winner, 32, is moving towards a return to his homeland with the Ligue 1 side. Football Flame understands discussions have revolved around the midfielder signing a two-year contract with Monaco, who hope to close the deal in the coming days. Talks have been ongoing for a number of weeks, with Pogba training before pre-season as he plots his return to action.Pogba was provi...

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5Jun By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Como block Inter move for Fabregas

Cesc Fabregas, head coach of Como 1907, watches the Serie A match between US Lecce and Como in Lecce, Italy, on April 19, 2025. (Photo by Gabriele Maricchiolo/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Inter Milan's bid to bring in Cesc Fabregas as a replacement for Simone Inzaghi stalled on Thursday when Como refused them permission to talk with their coach. Inzaghi left on Tuesday following Inter's humiliating 5-0 thrashing by Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final. Reports subsequently linked Inter with a move for the former Spain international Fabregas. "We communicated our refusal directly to the president of Inter, who accepted it with the courtesy and clarity expected between clubs who hold a mutual respect," Como said in a statement. "For this reason, we are treating the persistent ru...

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2Jun By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Marseille keen to negotiate new loan for Ismael Bennacer

Ismael Bennacer of AC Milan is in action during the Serie A Eniline 2024/25 match between AC Milan and Parma Calcio at San Siro Stadium in Milan, Italy, on January 26, 2025. (Photo by Andrea Diodato/NurPhoto via Getty Images) According to a report from Foot Mercato, Olympique de Marseille have ruled out triggering their option to purchase Ismael Bennacer (27) from AC Milan, but that does not mean that the Algerian international does not have a future in the South of France. Foot Mercato writes that Marseille would be keen to negotiate a new loan for the midfielder. Previous reports have suggested that Marseille were reluctant to bring Bennacer back on his current terms, as he is thought to be one of the higher earners in the squad. However, perhaps a new deal would open the way ...

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1Jun By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Barcelona send message to Luis Enrique and PSG after Champions League triumph

MUNICH, GERMANY - MAY 31: Vitinha, Ousmane Dembele and Luis Enrique of Paris Saint-Germain celebrate the victory with the trophy after the UEFA Champions League Final 2025 between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Internazionale Milano at on May 31, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Xavier Laine/Getty Images) Paris Saint-Germain finally won the UEFA Champions League for the first time in the club’s history after a strong and confident performance against Inter Milan in the final. For years, PSG had come close but never managed to go all the way. After so many tearful nights in Europe, they can now celebrate the biggest success in their history. The man behind this special moment is Luis Enrique, as the former Barcelona manager guided his team with calm and class throughout the season. With...

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29May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Dembele prioritising PSG success over Ballon d’Or – ‘Much more important things’

LILLE, FRANCE - APRIL 1: Ousmane Dembele of PSG celebrates his goal during the French Cup semifinal football match between USL Dunkerque and Paris Saint Germain (PSG) at Stade Pierre Mauroy, Decathlon Arena on April 1, 2025 in Villeneuve d'Ascq near Lille, France. Ousmane Dembele is enjoying his most productive season ever in front of goal, firing PSG to a fourth successive Ligue 1 title, a second consecutive Coupe de France and a UEFA Champions League final against Inter. The Frenchman is in the running for football's greatest individual honour, the Ballon d'Or, but the team comes first for the former Barcelona forward. Ousmane Dembele could secure himself more than one piece of silverware when Paris Saint-Germain take on Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League final on Saturday. Th...

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25May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcola helps PSG win French Cup ahead of UEFA Champions League final

PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 24: Marquinhos of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates with the trophy and his teammate after winning the French Cup Final against Stade De Reims at Stade de France on May 24, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Aurelien Meunier - PSG/PSG via Getty Images) Bradley Barcola scored two goals and set up another as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) beat Reims 3-0 in the Coupe de France final on Saturday, before switching their focus back to the quest for a breakthrough continental title. Barcola was assisted twice by Desire Doue and created a goal for right back Achraf Hakimi late in the first half. The victory gave PSG a record-extending 16th Coupe de France – six more than next-best Marseille – and completed a domestic treble, having sealed a record-extending 13th Ligue 1 title in domina...

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18May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Saint-Etienne relegated as PSG celebrate with fans

39 Matvey SAFONOV (psg) - 08 Fabian RUIZ PENA (psg) - 25 Nuno MENDES (psg) - 01 Gianluigi DONNARUMMA (psg) - 21 Lucas HERNANDEZ (psg) - 07 Khvicha KVARATSKHELIA (psg) during the Ligue 1 McDonald's match between Paris and Auxerre on May 17, 2025 at Parc des Princes in Paris, France. Saint-Etienne, one of Ligue 1's most storied clubs, has been relegated as Paris Saint-Germain celebrated their title with their fans on the final matchday. Despite support from 38,000 buoyant spectators at sold-out Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, Saint-Etienne lost to Toulouse 3-2 on Saturday and could not avoid the drop. Saint-Etienne, who dominated French soccer during the 1960s and '70s, joined last-placed Montpellier as the demoted teams. Saint-Etienne return immediately to Ligue 2. Le Havre avoided their fate by w...

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12May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Mason Greenwood to get transfer wish as Premier League clubs ‘weigh up’ deal

LILLE, FRANCE - MAY 4: Coach of Olympique de Marseille Roberto De Zerbi, Mason Greenwood of Marseille following the Ligue 1 football match between Lille OSC (LOSC) and Olympique de Marseille (OM) at Stade Pierre Mauroy, Decathlon Arena on May 4, 2025 in Villeneuve d'Ascq near Lille, France. Mason Greenwood could secure the Premier League return he craves in the next 12 months with two top-flight clubs now supposedly ready to pursue a deal for the former Manchester United forward. Greenwood, 23, moved to France last summer in a deal worth £26million after being informed he had no future at Old Trafford. He has delivered in a Marseille shirt, too, accumulating 20 goals and five assists across 35 games for Roberto De Zerbi's side. Despite Greenwood's fine maiden campaign in Ligue 1, it w...

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