Grealish omitted as City squad takes new shape
Jack Grealish’s future at Manchester City was plunged into further doubt on Wednesday after the England international was left out of Pep Guardiola’s squad for the Club World Cup.
England boss Tuchel backs fiery Bellingham to shine
England manager Thomas Tuchel is determined to harness Jude Bellingham’s “fire” to his side’s advantage rather than the Real Madrid star intimidating team-mates or raging at referees.
Tijjani Reijnders signs five-year deal with City
Manchester City on Wednesday announced the signing of Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan for £46.3 million ($62.4 million), in time for the midfielder to play in the Club World Cup.
Brazil, Ecuador book World Cup berths
Brazil booked their place at the 2026 World Cup in North America on Tuesday with a lackluster 1-0 home victory over Paraguay, the first win of Carlo Ancelotti’s reign.
Dortmund sign Bellingham’s brother Jobe
Borussia Dortmund have signed English midfielder Jobe Bellingham from Sunderland until 2030, five years after bringing older brother Jude to the club.
City add Cherki to £100m spending spree
Manchester City have agreed a £34million fee with Lyon for attacking midfielder Rayan Cherki as part of their push to complete four signings before Tuesday’s transfer deadline.
Pep honoured by University of Manchester
Pep Guardiola has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Manchester, recognising his remarkable impact on the city during nine trophy-laden years at the helm of Manchester City.
Guardiola signs Klopp’s right-hand man
Former Liverpool assistant coach Pep Lijnders has joined Manchester City as Pep Guardiola’s new No 2.
Club World Cup riches await Africa’s best
The four African qualifiers for the revamped Club World Cup in the United States are set to become much richer, no matter how they fare in the 32-team tournament.
The ultimate test looms for FIFA’s controversial Club World Cup
With an eye-watering $1 billion in prize money, some of the biggest stars in the game and clubs competing from across the globe, FIFA’s new Club World Cup has all the ingredients to be a huge event.