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Frankfurt move to third place with a hat-trick against Heidenheim

14Apr

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Frankfurt move to third place with a hat-trick against Heidenheim

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - APRIL 13: Hugo Ekitike of Eintracht Frankfurt celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Bundesliga match between Eintracht Frankfurt and 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 at Deutsche Bank Park on April 13, 2025 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Eintracht Frankfurt defeated Heidenheim 3-0 on Sunday in the final match of the 29th round of the Bundesliga. Frankfurt's hat-trick was scored by: Jean Mathieu in the 10th minute, Robin Koch 42, and Hugo Eketike 71. Eintracht Frankfurt raised their tally to 51 points to jump to third place, compared to 22 points for Heidenheim in sixteenth place. In the same round, Werder Bremen beat Stuttgart by two goals to one, scored by Oliver Burki in the 32nd and 90th minutes, while Leonidas Stergiou scored Stuttgart's goal in the ...

Man United make move for Premier League ‘keeper

11Apr

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Man United make move for Premier League ‘keeper

BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - MARCH 29: Bart Verbruggen of Brighton & Hove Albion looks on during the Emirates FA Cup Quarter Final match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Nottingham Forest at Amex Stadium on March 29, 2025 in Brighton, England. Manchester United were held to a 2-2 draw by French side Lyon in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final on Thursday night. The hosts took the lead in France when United goalkeeper Andre Onana misjudged Thiago Almada’s free-kick, before young defender Leny Yoro levelled the tie with his first goal for the Red Devils. Joshua Zirkzee then looked to have earned Ruben Amorim’s side a crucial first leg lead when he put them in front late on, but Lyon drew level in the closing stages when Rayan Cherki pounced on another Onana mistake. Onana has ma...

Chelsea unsure over permanent move for Man Utd loanee

19Mar

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Chelsea unsure over permanent move for Man Utd loanee

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 16: Jadon Sancho of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on March 16, 2025 in London, England. Jadon Sancho’s future at Chelsea is increasingly uncertain, with the club now considering whether to pay a penalty fee to avoid completing his £25 million permanent transfer from Manchester United. Initially, the terms of his loan suggested a straightforward obligation to buy if Chelsea finished above 14th in the Premier League, but as reported by The i Paper, the Blues do have an option to back out—at a cost. The move to Stamford Bridge was meant to offer Sancho a fresh start after his struggles at Old Trafford, but erratic form has left Chelsea questioning whether he is the right long-term investment. Chelsea’...

Bayern thrash Frankfurt to move eight clear at the top

23Feb

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Bayern thrash Frankfurt to move eight clear at the top

MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 23: Jamal Musiala of Bayern Munich scores his team's third goal during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and Eintracht Frankfurt at Allianz Arena on February 23, 2025 in Munich, Germany. Bayern Munich stretched their lead at the top of the Bundesliga to eight points after thrashing third-placed Eintracht Frankfurt at Allianz Arena. Defending champions Bayer Leverkusen had reduced the gap to five points with a 2-0 win at Holstein Kiel on Saturday but Vincent Kompany's side responded in fine fashion. After a frustrating 45 minutes Bayern took the lead in the third minute of first-half injury time after excellent link-up play in midfield allowed Leroy Sane to square for Michael Olise - the former Crystal Palace midfielder making no mistake for his seve...

Newcastle United eager to try €40m move for La Liga star

15Feb

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Newcastle United eager to try €40m move for La Liga star

SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN - JANUARY 13: Jon Aramburu of Real Sociedad reacts during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Sociedad and Villarreal CF at Reale Arena on January 13, 2025, in Real Sociedad, Spain. Newcastle United are reportedly ready to make a €40million transfer bid for Real Sociedad right-back Jon Aramburu in the summer. The Venezuela international has impressed in his time in La Liga, and it now seems he’s firmly on the radar of Newcastle ahead of next season. Aramburu has a €60m release clause, but Newcastle will hope to sign the 22-year-old for more like €40m, according to Fichajes. The Magpies could probably do with bringing in someone like Aramburu as a long-term replacement for the ageing Kieran Trippier on the right-hand side of their defence. Eddie Howe is building a...

Kyogo Furuhashi Set for Ligue 1 Move with Rennes

26Jan

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Kyogo Furuhashi Set for Ligue 1 Move with Rennes

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - JANUARY 05: Celtic's Kyogo Furuhashi and Reo Hatate during a William Hill Premiership match between Celtic and St Mirren at Celtic Park, on January 05, 2025, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ross MacDonald/SNS Group via Getty Images) Glasgow Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that deals involving Kyogo Furuhashi and Jota are expected to be completed as soon as possible. Japan international Kyogo is currently in France, finalizing a £10 million transfer to Rennes. Rodgers disclosed that the 30-year-old striker expressed his desire to leave Celtic many months ago. The manager also revealed plans to secure another striker before the transfer window closes on February 3. Meanwhile, Jota is set to make a return to Celtic Park, 18 months after his £25 million move ...

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to complete $72m move to PSG

14Jan

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Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to complete $72m move to PSG

NAPLES, ITALY - JANUARY 08: SSC Napoli Player Khvicha Kvaratskhelia attends the morning training session at SSC Napoli Training Center on January 08, 2025 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by SSC NAPOLI/SSC NAPOLI via Getty Images) Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is set to finalize a transfer to Paris Saint-Germain, where he will sign a five-year contract this month. Liverpool emerged as an interested party last week but PSG was always the firm favorite to land the Georgia international, with talks between Napoli and the French champions progressing positively. French outlet RMC Sport reports that PSG will pay a total transfer fee in excess of $72million for Kvaratskhelia, who made it clear to Napoli manager Antonio Conte last week that he wanted to leave the club. The Athletic reported last week...

Dumfries on target as Inter move into Italian Super Cup final

3Jan

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Dumfries on target as Inter move into Italian Super Cup final

Denzel Dumfries of Inter celebrates fourth goal during the Serie match between Lazio and Inter at Stadio Olimpico on December 16, 2024 in Rome, Italy. Dutch full-back Denzel Dumfries scored twice as Inter Milan beat Atalanta 2-0 on Thursday to qualify for the Italian Super Cup final. In the Riyadh semifinal, Dumfries scored the opener in the 49th minute as the 28-year-old's overhead kick beat Atalanta goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi. On a counterattack in the 61st minute, Dumfries scored again for Inter, unleashing a fierce shot that clipped the crossbar before going inside the net. Then following a scramble in the Inter box, Atalanta's Ederson scored, but it was denied by the video assistant referee (VAR). A teammate of Ederson was caught offside in the Inter area. Head coach Simone Inzagh...

Arsenal move closer to top as Gabriel converts chances

22Dec

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Arsenal move closer to top as Gabriel converts chances

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 21: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal celebrates scoring his sides first goal during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace FC and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on December 21, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) This was almost the perfect way for Mikel Arteta to celebrate five years as Arsenal manager. Another two goals for Gabriel Jesus — his first in the Premier League since January — followed up his match-winning performance against the same opponents a few days ago as Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli and substitute Declan Rice’s first Premier League goal of the season rounded off another victory over Crystal Palace. Only the sight of Bukayo Saka limping off during the first half with a suspected hamstring injury could dampen the en...

Aleix Garcia reflects on failed move to Barca

14Dec

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Aleix Garcia reflects on failed move to Barca

Aleix Garcia of Leverkusen looks on during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 at BayArena on November 23, 2024 in Leverkusen, Germany. Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Aleix Garcia has revealed that he was once a target for Barcelona during Xavi Hernandez’s managerial stint. Garcia, known for his impressive displays last season at Girona, caught the attention of several top European clubs, including Barcelona. The 27-year-old had always been open about his dream of joining Barcelona. However, the departure of Xavi as the Blaugrana manager ultimately derailed any concrete plans for the transfer. With the move falling through, Garcia instead chose to continue his career in Germany, joining Bayer Leverkusen, a club with significant ambitions in European...

Juventus Prioritize Move for Ex-Inter Defender to Replace Bremer

2Nov

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Juventus Prioritize Move for Ex-Inter Defender to Replace Bremer

Milan Skriniar of Paris Saint-Germain in action during the pre-season friendly match between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Internazionale on August 01, 2023 in Tokyo, Japan. Juventus have reportedly placed unsettled Paris Saint-Germain defender Milan Skriniar at the top of their wishlist for the January transfer window. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, the former Inter captain has become the leading candidate to replace Gleison Bremer. Skriniar teamed up with PSG in the summer of 2023 after running down his contract at Giuseppe Meazza. But despite moving to France as one of Europe’s finest center-backs, the 29-year-old has stuttered in Paris. Therefore, he could fancy a return to Serie A, with Juventus ready and waiting. Cristiano Giuntoli needs to find a suitable repla...

Vitor Roque eager to make loan move to Real Betis permanent

17Oct

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Vitor Roque eager to make loan move to Real Betis permanent

Vitor Roque has admitted he’s eager to stay at Real Betis after joining the club in the summer following a nightmare time at Barcelona. The Brazilian has moved on loan, with the option of a second year, and Betis also have a purchase option. Vitor Roque has scored once in six appearances for his new club so far but is hoping he can continue past the end of the current campaign. “The truth is that it does not depend on me. I want to play here for Betis. I would like that very much. I have spoken with my parents about it. Life is good here and I would love to play here more,” he said via Mundo Deportivo. “I am very happy here. My family, who have gone through difficult times, also smile with me. I did not smile for six or seven months and I had difficult times there, but that is over now. I ...

Arne Slot ‘insists’ on shock move for ex-Man Utd star Greenwood as Liverpool ‘lead’ Barcelona

7Oct

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Arne Slot ‘insists’ on shock move for ex-Man Utd star Greenwood as Liverpool ‘lead’ Barcelona

Liverpool boss Arne Slot believes former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood can ‘become one of the great players in the Premier League’ under his watch and ‘insists’ on a shock move for the 23-year-old. A case against Greenwood of alleged rape and assault was discontinued by the Crown Prosecution Service at the start of 2023 after the withdrawal of key witnesses significantly reduced the chance of conviction. Man Utd pulled the plug on his return ahead of the 2023/24 campaign and he joined La Liga side Getafe on loan, contributing eight goals and six assists, before moving to Marseille in a permanent £26m deal ahead of the current campaign. Greenwood is already being linked with another move after five goals and an assist in his first seven games for the Ligue 1 side, with Barcelona...

2Oct

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Man Utd considering move for striker

Manchester United continue their Europa League campaign with a trip to Portugal to face Porto on Thursday night. The Red Devils were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Dutch Eredivisie side FC Twente in their opening match of the European campaign, and manager Erik ten Hag will be desperate to see his side pick up three points on Thursday. It has been a tricky start to the new season for Ten Hag, who was under pressure last term before seemingly saving his job by beating rivals Manchester City to lift the FA Cup. United have started this campaign in poor form, though, winning just three of their nine games so far across all competitions. Last time out the Red Devils were humiliated 3-0 at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur, with captain Bruno Fernandes being sent off at Old Trafford. Despite i...

Szczesny to arrive in Barca on Monday to complete move

29Sep

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Szczesny to arrive in Barca on Monday to complete move

Wojciech Szczesny is now expected to arrive in Barcelona on Monday to complete his move to the club after coming out of retirement. The goalkeeper will fly into the city for a medical and then sign a deal that runs until the end of the season, according to Polish outlet Meczyki. Szczesny is also then expected to watch Barcelona’s Champions League match against Young Boys from the stands. The goalkeeper had been expected at Barcelona last but week but it does seem now that the move is going ahead as planned. There’s been talk Szczesny only wants to come if he’s first choice which should make things interesting after he signs. La Liga is due to pause for an international break after next weekend’s clash with Alaves, giving Szczesny time to work on his fitness and get used to his new club for...

Man City ‘planning move’ for Barcelona star as Catalan outfit ‘reach agreement’

28Sep

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Man City ‘planning move’ for Barcelona star as Catalan outfit ‘reach agreement’

Manchester City are reportedly planning to move for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong next year, with a deal during the January transfer window not being ruled out. Frenkie de Jong is presenting the 2024-25 FC Barcelona squad at the Luis Companys Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on August 12, 2024. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport /NurPhoto via Getty Images) The Citizens are expected to enter the winter market for a new central midfielder, having been hit with the news that Rodri will be out for the remainder of the campaign with a serious knee injury. Torino's Samuele Ricci has been linked with a move to the Etihad Stadium, but according to Fichajes, De Jong is also firmly on the Manchester club's radar. The 27-year-old's contract at Camp Nou is due to expire in June 2026, ...

Liverpool now eyeing move to sign “unique” defender who can play multiple positions

21Sep

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Liverpool now eyeing move to sign “unique” defender who can play multiple positions

Liverpool and Arne Slot are keeping tabs on a new defender ahead of a potential summer move, it has been revealed, with the Reds' backline in need of reinforcements. Liverpool's defensive concerns Though they have conceded just two goals in five games so far this season, there are longer-term concerns over the Liverpool defence. Of the Premier League winning back four, all of Andy Robertson, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold remain, but the Scot and Van Dijk are now over 30 years old (33 in Van Dijk's case) and there are concerns over Alexander-Arnold's future amid interest from Real Madrid and an unclear contract stance. A centre-back is on their shopping list as they look to rejuvenate their backline, but there are also concerns at left-back. Kostas Tsimikas has been a valuabl...