Kovacic ruled out of Club World Cup with injury

Mateo Kovacic has undergone surgery on an Achilles injury and will miss the FIFA Club World Cup, Manchester City announced on Monday.

De Bruyne nears Napoli move as Conte stays

Napoli are close to signing Kevin De Bruyne as a free agent as the Serie A champions also managed to keep hold of their title-winning coach Antonio Conte.

Wirtz to Liverpool? Leverkusen confirm serious interest

Premier League champions Liverpool have “concrete interest” in Bayer Leverkusen’s in-demand midfielder Florian Wirtz, the German club’s sporting director Simon Rolfes confirmed on Monday.

Eriksen hopes for rebuild after dismal United season

Christian Eriksen says Manchester United were fortunate to have retained the support of fans who could have caused “chaos” during the club’s worst season in 51 years.

No title promises from Guardiola after tough season

Pep Guardiola said he cannot guarantee Manchester City will be back challenging for the Premier League title next season.

Barcelona extend Raphinha’s contract after treble triumph

Barcelona winger Raphinha signed a contract extension until 2028 on Thursday after a spectacular season.

Premier League dream comes with brutal survival odds

The riches of the Premier League are on offer for Sunderland and Sheffield United as they face off in Saturday’s Championship play-off final, but the promotion dream could quickly turn sour even for the winners.

Modric to leave Madrid after legendary run of trophies

Real Madrid’s Croatian midfielder Luka Modric announced on Thursday he would leave the Spanish giants after the Club World Cup this summer.

City celebrate De Bruyne with vital Bournemouth win

Manchester City gave Kevin De Bruyne a fond farewell in a vital 3-1 win over Bournemouth on Tuesday to boost their chances of Champions League football next season.

Doucoure bids farewell after five years at Everton

Mali midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure said on Tuesday he will leave Everton at the end of the season after five years with the Premier League club.