Fernandez: Nobody will pay €222m for Neymar

Barcelona technical secretary Robert Fernandez considers it implausible that any club would pay Neymar’s €222-million release clause.

Rakitic, Gomes in Valverde’s plans at Barca

Barcelona head coach Ernesto Valverde says he has no plans to sell midfield duo Ivan Rakitic or Andre Gomes.

Mata believes Morata could still join United

Manchester United attacking midfielder Juan Mata believes Alvaro Morata could still join the club, despite the arrival of Romelu Lukaku from Everton.

Komphela: We’re trying to nurse Shabba’s injury

Kaizer Chiefs coach Steve Komphela is hoping Siphiwe Tshabalala will recover from his injury before the Carling Black Label Cup on 29 July.

Massive jump for Lukaku at United, warns Carrick

Manchester United captain Michael Carrick warned star recruit Romelu Lukaku he faces a “massive jump” in pressure at Old Trafford following his arrival from Everton.

Chiefs youngster Letlotlo faces lengthy injury spell

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that forward Emmanuel Letlotlo will be sidelined for six to nine months, after suffering a knee ligament injury during pre-season training.

Madrid are ‘most powerful team’ – Herrera

Ander Herrera is relishing the prospect of facing Real Madrid twice in pre-season as he believes they are “the most powerful team of the moment”.

Bucs legend calls for Chabalala’s inclusion

Former Orlando Pirates captain Lucky Lekgwathi believes that recalled defender Justice Chabalala deserves a starting berth in the side ahead of the new Absa Premiership season.

Pirates unveil new retro kits

Orlando Pirates have officially unveiled their new home and away adidas kits, which will be worn during the 2017-18 campaign.

Bale: I never thought about leaving Real

Gareth Bale says he never considered leaving Real Madrid, and the Welshman is ready to fight for his position at the Spanish and European champions.