Liverpool beat Bayern, City to record-breaking Wirtz deal
Liverpool have agreed a club-record deal worth up to £116 million to sign attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen.
Ballon d’Or 2025 shortlist announcement set for August 7
The organizers of the Ballon d’Or confirmed on Thursday that the nominees for the prestigious 2025 award will be unveiled on August 7.
Liverpool chase dynasty with Wirtz signing
Liverpool’s move for Florian Wirtz sets Arne Slot up for long-term dominance, writes Dylan Johnson.
Kane ready for more after breaking trophy curse
Fresh from lifting a first team title of his career, Harry Kane and Bayern Munich head to the Club World Cup in the United States eyeing more than just another shot at silverware. Long on the receiving end of jibes about not winning a team trophy in his 15-year career despite a glittering array of individual honours, the 31-year-old striker… Read more →
Alonso demands glory with new-look Madrid
After Real Madrid’s hopes of major silverware faded the Club World Cup has taken on far greater importance and will provide an insight into Xabi Alonso’s strategy.
Leroy Sané joins Galatasaray on a free transfer
Germany winger Leroy Sane has joined Galatasaray on a free transfer from Bayern Munich, the Turkish champions announced on Thursday.
Chelsea ready to test credentials at Club World Cup
After securing their return to the Champions League, Chelsea have an early chance to show they belong back among the elite at the Club World Cup.
Napoli sign De Bruyne after City exit
Kevin De Bruyne has signed for Napoli as a free agent after being released by Manchester City, the Serie A champions’ president Aurelio De Laurentiis confirmed on Thursday.
Brighton sign Kostoulas from Olympiakos
Brighton have agreed to sign Greece Under-21 forward Charalampos Kostoulas from Olympiakos in a deal worth a reported £29.8 million ($40.5 million).
Manchester United complete signing of Matheus Cunha
Matheus Cunha said he had “dreamed of wearing the red shirt” of Manchester United after the club confirmed his signing from Wolves on Thursday.