Ryan Gravenberch has no intention of leaving Liverpool for Real Madrid, despite recent comments from his agent suggesting otherwise, according to new reports. The Dutch midfielder has enjoyed a standout season, anchoring Liverpool’s midfield with consistency and starting every Premier League game in a title-chasing campaign. His agent, Jose Fortes, recently sparked transfer rumors by saying Gravenberch was “good enough” for Real Madrid and added, “We would love for him to play for them.” However, Mail Sport now reports that Fortes’ remarks were taken out of context. The comments were reportedly a personal reflection on Madrid’s global appeal rather than…
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Chelsea made life far more difficult than it needed to be as they slipped to a 2-1 defeat at home to Legia Warsaw on Thursday night but still advanced to the UEFA Conference League semi-finals with a 4-2 aggregate win. With a comfortable three-goal cushion from the first leg, Enzo Maresca’s side were tipped to ease through at Stamford Bridge. However, despite fielding a strong starting XI, the Blues once again struggled to convince, continuing a worrying trend after a similarly lacklustre display against Ipswich Town at the weekend. The match got off to a shaky start when stand-in goalkeeper…
Lionel Messi has revealed he’s still unsure about featuring in the 2026 World Cup, saying his decision hinges on how he feels physically closer to the tournamentLionel Messi has revealed he’s still unsure about featuring in the 2026 World Cup, saying his decision hinges on how he feels physically closer to the tournament. The World Cup, set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will align with Messi’s 38th birthday—adding more weight to the question of whether the Argentine legend will return for one last run. Though he previously hinted that Qatar 2022—where he led Argentina to…
Manchester United remain intent on parting ways with Marcus Rashford this summer, despite his strong performances during his loan spell at Aston Villa, according to reports. Rashford’s relationship with United head coach Ruben Amorim deteriorated earlier in the season, leading to his exclusion from the first team before he was loaned to Villa in January. Since joining Villa, the forward has impressed, earning a recall to the England squad through a string of standout performances. One of Rashford’s most notable contributions came in Villa’s recent Champions League quarter-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain, where he provided the assist for their third…
The stage is set for this season’s Europa League semi-finals following a night of unforgettable second-leg action, headlined by Manchester United’s stunning comeback win over Lyon at Old Trafford. With all eight quarter-finalists aware of their potential semi-final opponents, much of the focus was on whether struggling Premier League sides Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur could rise above their domestic woes to book a place in the last four. United appeared to be in full control at half-time, holding a 2-0 lead over Lyon. But the French side came roaring back, turning the tie on its head and taking a…
Manchester United kept their Champions League qualification hopes alive with a thrilling 5-4 victory over Lyon at Old Trafford, securing a 7-6 aggregate win in a wild Europa League quarter-final clash. United looked to be in total control after first-half goals from Manuel Ugarte and Diogo Dalot put them 2-0 up on the night. Lyon, still reeling from a heavy 4-1 loss to Newcastle over the weekend, appeared off the pace—but the tide turned dramatically in the second half. Lyon captain Corentin Tolisso pulled one back with a close-range header before Nicolas Tagliafico scrambled home a second to level the…
Only four teams remain in the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League following the conclusion of the quarter-finals on Wednesday night. One of these sides will be crowned champions of Europe on Saturday, 31 May 2025, at Munich’s Allianz Arena. Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain were the first to secure their spots in the semi-finals. Despite losing the second leg to Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday, Barcelona’s commanding 4-0 win in the first leg gave them enough cushion to progress. The Catalan giants are chasing their first Champions League title in ten years. PSG also suffered defeat in their second leg, falling to Aston…
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has committed his future to the club, signing a new two-year deal on Thursday. The Dutch defender joins Mohamed Salah in putting an end to months of speculation about their futures, with both players extending their stays at Anfield as fans prepare for a potential Premier League title celebration. “I’m very happy, very proud,” said Van Dijk, whose contract was set to expire at the end of the season. “There are so many emotions obviously that go through my head right now speaking about it. It’s a proud feeling, it’s a feeling of joy. It’s…
Tennis legend Serena Williams has claimed that she would have faced a 20-year ban if she had tested positive for drugs in the same manner as world No. 1 Jannik Sinner. Sinner is set to return to competition at the Italian Open next month after serving a three-month suspension. The 22-year-old tested positive for clostebol twice in March 2024. He explained that the steroid entered his system through a massage, after his physio used an over-the-counter spray containing clostebol to treat a cut on his own finger. Initially, the Tennis Integrity Agency did not impose a ban on Sinner, but…
Thomas Müller confirmed on Saturday that Bayern Munich will not offer him a new contract, bringing an end to his remarkable 25-year career with the Bundesliga giants at the conclusion of this season. The 35-year-old, whose contract was set to expire in the summer, took to social media to reveal that the decision had been made by the club, stating, “It’s not what I would have wished.” Müller also expressed his frustration with how the contract negotiations unfolded, with much of it played out publicly, but he acknowledged feeling appreciated by everyone involved in his long tenure at Bayern. “The…