Diego Simeone is making one thing clear: whatever happens with Julián Álvarez’s future, Atlético Madrid still need him on the pitch. The Argentine striker has been included in Atlético’s squad for Sunday’s Villarreal clash, marking his return after missing the opening league match. Simeone described Álvarez as an extremely important player for the team’s objectives…
Chelsea have moved quickly to protect one of the biggest successes of their recent rebuild, with João Pedro signing a new Chelsea contract until 2034 after just one full season at Stamford Bridge. The 24-year-old Brazilian arrived from Brighton in July 2025 for an initial £55 million plus £5 million in potential add-ons. He then…
For the past two seasons, Real Madrid have had a problem most clubs would love to have: too many world-class attackers. Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham are three of the biggest stars in world football, yet getting all three to consistently play at their best in the same Real Madrid team has proved…
Arsenal have finally completed their long pursuit of Igor Tyjon, bringing the highly rated Blackburn Rovers youngster to North London in a deal worth around £1 million upfront, with another £2 million available in add-ons. But with the 18-year-old expected to begin with Arsenal’s U21 side rather than immediately join Mikel Arteta’s first team, the…
The Julian Álvarez transfer saga has taken another turn, with Arsenal emerging as the club Atlético Madrid would prefer to negotiate with as Barcelona’s pursuit of the Argentine striker continues to lose momentum. Barcelona have reportedly seen their €100 million offer rejected, while Arsenal are prepared to go closer to €120 million. Atlético, however, are…
The EFCC and ICPC investigation into the ₦12 billion NFF fund could become much bigger than a financial investigation. At its core, the case raises a question Nigerian football has faced for years: what happens to public money after it enters the football system? The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Independent Corrupt Practices…
Curtis Jones is set to leave Liverpool after 16 years at the club, with Inter Milan reaching an agreement worth €30 million upfront plus €5 million in add-ons, alongside a 10% sell-on clause. The 25-year-old midfielder is expected to travel for his medical before completing a move that will take him away from the club…
Manchester City are moving early to prepare for the possible departure of Savinho, with Palmeiras winger Allan Elias emerging as their preferred replacement. According to transfer journalist Santi Aouna, City have advanced their plans to sign the 22-year-old Brazilian winger, with the move being prepared around Savinho’s expected exit. Reports indicate Savinho is heading towards…
Arsenal and Hamburger SV are continuing negotiations over a permanent transfer for Fábio Vieira, with both clubs now trying to find a fee that works for them. The Portuguese midfielder impressed during his loan spell in Germany, scoring seven goals and providing five assists in 29 Bundesliga appearances. Hamburg initially had a buy option worth…
Arsenal are reportedly preparing to send Ethan Nwaneri out on loan again before the transfer window closes, despite previously being open to permanent offers for the highly rated England Under-21 attacker. Interest has emerged from clubs including AC Milan, Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig and Fulham. The decision could say more about Arsenal’s long-term plans for…
