Newcastle United have reportedly seen off a long list of other clubs to win the transfer race for highly-rated 16-year-old midfielder Rory Finneran. The wonderkid became the youngest ever player in Blackburn Rovers’ history last season, and it now looks like a deal is in place for him to continue his development at St James’ Park. Newcastle were said to …

Euro 2024 is reaching its latter stages with just eight teams left battling it out for the trophy. The group phase is done, as is the round of 16, and most of the pre-tournament favourites are still standing, although some – including England – have ridden their luck. The quarter-finals take place this Friday and Saturday, but how can you …

Newcastle United have added another Premier League prospect to their Academy, with West Ham’s Ezra Tika-Lemba becoming the latest addition to our youth ranks. The winger is one of several additions to arrive over the past few weeks, as we’ve also seen fellow 16-year-olds Aaron Epia (Everton) and Kayden Lucas (Clevedon Town) sign scholarship deals on Tyneside along with talented …

In his fortnightly exclusive column for CaughtOffside, Jon Smith, one of football’s first-ever agents and a man who was an integral figure in the forming of the Premier League, discusses why Gareth Southgate’s coaching team are the issue with England, what the Saudi Pro League has planned, what transfers could happen this summer – and more!  — Southgate’s coaching set …

In 2026 the US and Mexico will take the lead with their Canadian neighbours in hosting the World Cup. While the football people in those countries will have only a limited role in the organising (FIFA want to do everything themselves, it’s their ball apparently), to most people worldwide the perception will be that the countries are hosting. Part of …

Manchester City are eyeing up some big names for their creative midfield department as Kevin De Bruyne is not ruling out a transfer to the Saudi Pro League, CaughtOffside understands. Sources with a close understanding of the situation have informed CaughtOffside that De Bruyne is attracting interest from Al Ittihad and Al Nassr in particular, and plans are being put …

Barcelona’s sporting management has made it clear that acquiring a left winger is a primary goal this summer. While the likes of Nico Williams and Luis Diaz are high on their wishlist, due to the need to comply with financial fair play regulations, the team is looking into cost-friendly options. And Barcelona’s interest in Hull City winger Jaden Philogene stems …

Avoiding what could have been a potential EURO 24 banana skin on Tuesday evening, the Netherlands booked their quarter-final ticket as they secured a 3-0 victory against Romania in Munich. Although Romania might have come flying out of the traps here, Liverpool star Cody Gakpo opened the scoring midway through the first-half as the 25-year-old produced a thunderous strike. Dominating …

Hours after reports emerged that Gianluigi Buffon is considering his future as part of the Italy national team’s backroom staff, another Juventus idol is being linked with a role in the team. Italy flopped at Euro 2024 after their team showed no identity. Their fans miss the days when some players stepped up to be leaders on the field. Because …

After saving three penalties in a row against Slovenia during Monday night’s EUROs Last 16 knockout tie, Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa wrote his name in the history books. Single-handedly ensuring Portugal reached the tournament’s quarter-finals, Costa, 24, put on a remarkable display and saw his stock rise. Already expected to leave Porto this summer, the 24-year-old is understandably attracting plenty …