Mikel Merino has given Arsenal the ‘green light’ in their bid to sign him from Real Sociedad this summer, according to Matteo Moretto. The Gunners have identified the 28-time Spain international — who played in all seven of La Roja’s triumphant Euro 2024 campaign this summer — as the ideal player to slot alongside Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard in their midfield. …

In recent years, the United States has proven to be a lucrative destination for Barcelona. The club have economically benefitted from holding pre-season campaigns in the country and have been doing so consistently. In fact, the ongoing pre-season campaign in the US could see them pocket a sizable amount of revenue. In addition to the economic benefits, Barcelona have been …

Jadon Sancho has shared his feelings upon returning to the Manchester United squad following a despite with Erik ten Hag. A public clash between the pair saw Sancho exiled from the Red Devils’ first-team squad and, ultimately, loaned to former club Borussia Dortmund, who he helped reach the Champions League final. Rumours were circulating that Sancho could leave Old Trafford …

With just a couple of weeks remaining before the new season kicks off, Barcelona are hoping for the speedy recovery of its injured players. Pedri’s fitness, in particular, has been in focus as the Spanish midfielder looks to get back on the pitch as soon as possible after picking up an injury during the Euro 2024 quarterfinals. Update on Pedri’s …

The next head coach for the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) could come from the German Bundesliga. Pellegrino Matarazzo, the current manager of Hoffenheim, has reportedly been offered the position by US Soccer, as per German news outlets Kicker and Bild. This news comes amid a turbulent period for the USMNT; they are seeking a fresh start following a …

Joao Felix’s stint at Barcelona last season generated positive numbers, laying the foundation for his potential return to the club for one more season. Despite his inconsistencies, the Catalans were willing to sign the player on loan once more. Atletico Madrid’s firm desire to sell the player coupled with the expensive price tag, however, detracted negotiations. Over the past month, …

New Chelsea signing Marc Guiu has insisted his departure from Barcelona was not down to a ‘contract issue’. Chelsea triggered the player’s £5m release clause to bring him to Stamford Bridge earlier in the transfer window, with the Spaniard going on to play over 200 minutes during their pre-season USA tour, notching a goal and an assist. Guiu rejected a new …

Juventus are facing competition from Chelsea and Aston Villa for Hoffenheim bomber Maximilian Beier. The Bianconeri are searching the market for a new striker who can act as an understudy for Dusan Vlahovic. After all, Arkadiusz Milik isn’t in Thiago Motta’s plans for next season while Moise Kean has already joined Fiorentina. The Serie A giants have been linked with …

While a 2-0 defeat to Yokohama did not require an overreaction, poor displays from Sean Longstaff and Miguel Almiron fuelled more debate around their situations at the club. The 24/25 season is earmarked to get Newcastle United back amongst Europe’s elite. In order to do that the club must do two things; improve the quality across the depth of the …

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