Hamann: Liverpool should splash the cash for Keita

Naby Keita would be worth every penny of a £70-million transfer fee if Liverpool decided to make the RB Leipzig midfielder the club’s record signing.

Neymar: I was scared to talk to Messi

Neymar says he was embarrassed to talk to Lionel Messi and felt like he was in a video game when he first signed for Barcelona from Santos in 2013.

Klopp still ‘not sure’ about Liverpool’s best formation

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he is yet to decide on his first-choice formation for the 2017-18 season.

Aulas: Lacazette close to €50m Arsenal move

Alexandre Lacazette could complete a €50-million move to Arsenal in the coming days, Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas said.

Goretzka: I haven’t reached my peak yet

Germany’s Confederations Cup star Leon Goretzka hopes he can still improve, but is also trying to remain grounded amid rumours linking him with a move to Bayern Munich.

Tolisso can replace Alonso at Bayern – Ancelotti

Bayern Munich coach Carlo Ancelotti believes off-season signing Corentin Tolisso is capable of replacing retired great Xabi Alonso.

Lewy’s representatives criticised by Ancelotti

Robert Lewandowski’s representatives have been criticised by Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti.

Alexis is a great player – Ancelotti

Carlo Ancelotti has reopened the door for Bayern Munich to make a move for Arsenal’s in-demand forward Alexis Sanchez.

SuperSport held by Horoya

Horoya held SuperSport United to a 0-0 draw at the Stade du 28 Septembre in their Caf Confederation Cup group stage tie on Saturday evening, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.

Laffor nets late as Sundowns edge St George

Mamelodi Sundowns secured a 1-0 victory against Saint George in their Group C Caf Champions League encounter on Saturday, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.