July 11 – Saudi Arabian control of Newcastle United is set to intensify after it was announced that co-owners Amanda Staveley (pictured) and Mehrdad Ghodoussi are stepping aside. Staveley Cantervale Holdings acquired a 10% stake in Newcastle when they helped to orchestrate the Saudi Arabian backed £305 million takeover of the club in 2021. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund took an 80% …

Earlier this week, reports emerged claiming that PSG had shown a strong interest in Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal as an option to replace Kylian Mbappe. It was initially suggested that the Parisian giants had made contact with the 16-year-old’s agent, Jorge Mendes, to explore the possibility of a transfer. Furthermore, it was even reported that the Ligue 1 champions had …

July 11 – Gregg Berhalter has been fired by the U.S. Soccer Federation “with immediate effect” following the US’s disastrous performance at the Copa America being hosted in the US and which they exited at the group stage. With just two years before the start of the 2026 World Cup for which the US are automatically qualified for as hosts, …

England will play Spain in the final of this year’s European Championship. Despite not being at their best for most of the tournament, the Three Lions booked their place in Sunday’s showpiece final after beating the Netherlands in last night’s semi-final. Spain overcame France the night before. An 18th-minute penalty from Harry Kane and a 90-minute winner from substitute Ollie …

Being 16 years old and already being one of the brightest stars in football can be overwhelming, but this is the reality for Lamine Yamal, a young footballer who has just completed his first year as a professional in a manner that many find hard to believe.  Yamal’s performances in the European Championship have been outstanding, propelling him to the …

Newcastle United have been in contact with Lille over a potential deal for star striker Jonathan David, according to Jacque Talbot at FootballTransfers. As revealed by Ben Jacobs earlier this week, Talbot confirms that Newcastle are admirers of the 24-year-old Canadian who has just returned from Copa America after a 2-0 defeat to Argentina in Tuesday’s semi-final. He reports that …

Liverpool are reportedly lining up possible goalkeeping replacements for Alisson amid interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia. The Reds’ number one, along with Manchester City’s Ederson, is believed to be a top summer target for sides in the Pro League. Although new manager Arne Slot will be desperate to keep hold of the 31-year-old, there are understandable concerns the Brazilian …

It is no secret that Barcelona have long been interested in Dani Olmo, but recent reports from Carrusel Deportivo indicate that Nico Williams remains their top priority.  This means if Barcelona were to make a significant signing this summer, it would likely be for the Athletic Club player, with whom Barcelona have an agreement in principle. Barcelona are actively seeking …

Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has provided some insight into how advanced Arsenal’s interest in Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana really was, with AC Milan now closing in on the Frenchman instead. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for the latest edition of his Daily Briefing column, Romano discussed Fofana and Milan, stating his view that it looks like a smart signing as …

Khephren Thuram is delighted to have completed his move from Nice to Juventus and reveals that the Bianconeri have wanted him since he was 17. The midfielder follows in the footsteps of his father and brother by playing in Serie A. His father, Lilian Thuram, was a defender for Juventus. The three Thurams do not play in the same position, …