Former Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare has passed away aged 60. Shakespeare was receiving treatment after being diagnosed with cancer back in October 2023. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Craig Shakespeare, ‘SHAKEY’,” a statement published by the League Managers Association on behalf of his family read. “Craig passed away peacefully this morning at home …

Argentine soccer is on the brink of a significant transformation, as the Argentine Football Association (AFA) contemplates introducing a 30-team top-flight league starting next season. This bold proposal, aimed at reshaping the Primera División, also includes the suspension of relegation for the upcoming year. While these changes are still under consideration, they represent a potentially seismic shift in the structure …

Weston McKennie is back from his summer break and is at Juventus, but his future lies away from the club. This is the second consecutive season that the American has been told to find a new club. Last summer, he came back from the brink of an exit to become an important player for Juve, but that has not stopped …

FC Barcelona’s pre-season tour kicked off against Manchester City, bringing a wave of excitement as the team embarks on a new era. Robert Lewandowski is expected to play a pivotal role in the team by spearheading the attack for the upcoming campaign. Having spent two seasons at the club, the Polish talisman now has the opportunity to reunite with the …

Gareth Southgate’s tenure at England ended following the Three Lions’ heart-wrenching defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. This marked their second consecutive Euros where they finished as runners-up; following their loss to Italy on penalties in the Euro 2020 final at Wembley. Southgate’s period in charge was notable for bringing relative success and […] Gareth Southgate’s tenure at …

Aston Villa’s hopes of signing Joao Felix this summer have been given a boost after the forward held talks with Unai Emery and Monchi, according to reports. The Portugal international — who represented his country at Euro 2024 this summer — spent last season at Barcelona on loan from Atletico Madrid, notching 10 goals and six assists in 44 appearances …

As Barcelona patiently await Nico Williams’ final decision on his future, the club are quietly working on the deal to sign their other top attacking target, Dani Olmo. Recent reports indicate that the Catalans had submitted their second proposal to sign the Spanish international, who is valued at around €60 million by RB Leipzig. However, Barça’s offer was once again …

In a striking move, Manchester United outmaneuvered Real Madrid to secure the signing of French defender Leny Yoro from Lille. The deal, valued at $78 million, marks one of the significant investments by United in recent years. This acquisition surprised many; especially since United was the primary competition for Real Madrid, a club known for attracting top young talent. Liverpool …

Daniele Rugani is expected to leave Juventus this summer because he is not one of the players that Thiago Motta counts on. The new Juve manager has already signed at least one defender, and Jean-Clair Todibo is expected to join the squad before the transfer window closes. Surprisingly, Juve handed Rugani a new two-year deal at the end of last …

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