Chelsea are pleased to announce the signing of Mamadou Sarr from Ligue 1 side RC Strasbourg, with the promising defender putting pen to paper on a long-term contract running until 2033. The 19-year-old played a key role in Strasbourg’s successful 2024/25 campaign, making 28 appearances across all competitions and helping the club secure qualification for the UEFA Conference League play-off round. His standout performances included a crucial display in Strasbourg’s victory over Paris Saint-Germain, where he played a part in forcing an own goal. A Rising Talent in French Football Mamadou began his youth career at RC Lens before moving…
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Manchester United have reportedly offered Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo a contract worth up to £200,000 per week, as they step up efforts to secure his signature ahead of the summer transfer window. Initial reports suggested Mbeumo had asked for a £250,000 weekly wage after deciding to pursue a move to Old Trafford. The 22-cap Cameroon international is said to have turned down interest from Champions League side Newcastle United in favour of joining United under incoming manager Rúben Amorim. According to The Mirror, United’s proposed deal starts at £150,000 per week, with performance-related add-ons potentially pushing it to £200,000 per…
Former France international Franck Ribéry appeared to take a swipe at Cristiano Ronaldo over his recent comments about the Ballon d’Or, rekindling frustration over missing out on the prestigious award in 2013. On Saturday, Ribéry took to social media to respond to Ronaldo’s view that winning the Champions League should be a key factor in Ballon d’Or voting. The Portuguese star recently said that, in his opinion, Ousmane Dembélé deserves this year’s award for his role in Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League triumph. “The individual awards have lost some consensus; I can’t say anything about who should win. In my opinion,…
William Troost-Ekong is marking a decade of service to the Nigerian national team, celebrating ten years since making his senior international debut with the Super Eagles. The 31-year-old defender first donned the green and white jersey on 13 June 2015, playing the full 90 minutes in an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Chad. Over the past decade, Troost-Ekong has become a key figure in Nigerian football. He has featured in three AFCON tournaments (2019, 2021, and 2023) and the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Most notably, he captained the Super Eagles to a runner-up finish at the…
Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that only a serious injury would make him consider retirement, sharing that he played through an existing injury during Portugal’s UEFA Nations League final against Spain. The 40-year-old Al Nassr striker explained that the injury wasn’t severe enough to stop him from giving his all for his country. Ronaldo scored the crucial equalizer that pushed the match into extra time, helping Portugal eventually secure their second Nations League title with a 5-4 win on penalties in Germany. Speaking after the game, Ronaldo said,“I felt the injury since the warm-up; it’s been bothering me for a while.…
Manchester United striker Rasmus Højlund has addressed speculation linking him with a move away from Old Trafford, stating that he “expects” to remain with the club despite reported interest from Inter Milan during the summer transfer window. According to the Manchester Evening News, Inter are exploring the possibility of a move for the Danish international as they look to strengthen their attacking options following a disappointing end to their season. After missing out on the Serie A title and suffering a heavy 5-0 defeat to PSG in the Champions League final, the Italian giants are planning a squad overhaul. Inter…
Manchester United are gearing up to open formal discussions with Brentford regarding a potential £60 million transfer for forward Bryan Mbeumo. According to The Times, the Cameroon international is reportedly demanding a staggering £250,000 per week—five times his current £50,000 weekly wage at Brentford—if he completes the move to Old Trafford. The 25-year-old has established himself as Brentford’s primary attacking threat since Ivan Toney’s departure, finishing the 2024/25 Premier League season with 20 goals and 7 assists in 38 appearances. His impressive form has attracted interest from several top clubs. Fresh from securing Wolves striker Matheus Cunha, Manchester United view…
Ademola Lookman has revealed that his decision to switch international allegiance from England to Nigeria has been a defining moment in his career. The 27-year-old Atalanta winger was born in England to Nigerian parents and represented England at U-19, U-20, and U-21 levels. However, he made his senior debut for Nigeria in 2022 during a high-profile clash against their long-standing rivals, Ghana’s Black Stars. Since committing to the Super Eagles, Lookman has made a significant impact, scoring three goals and providing one assist as Nigeria finished as runners-up at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire. His performances…
Former Premier League referee David Coote has taken on a surprising new role as a delivery driver after being suspended from football until June 2026 by UEFA. Once considered one of England’s top officials, Coote’s career was derailed by a series of off-field controversies that led to his lengthy ban. UEFA imposed the suspension citing breaches of professional conduct and damage to the sport’s reputation. Additionally, the English refereeing board terminated his contract after an internal investigation. Coote’s downfall was linked to multiple incidents, including allegations of verbal abuse directed at former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp and a leaked video…
Jorginho has officially left Arsenal after the mutual termination of his contract, the club confirmed on Friday. The 33-year-old midfielder departs as a free agent following an agreement with the Gunners to end his deal with immediate effect. In a statement published on their official website, Arsenal said:”We can confirm that we’ve reached a mutual agreement with Jorginho to end his contract with immediate effect to become a free agent.” Jorginho joined Arsenal from Chelsea in January 2023 and went on to make 78 appearances under manager Mikel Arteta. During his time at the Emirates, he contributed experience and leadership…