Man United were one of the teams to enquire about free agent Adrien Rabiot during the summer transfer window but the Premier League club’s interest never went beyond that.  The midfielder departed Juventus at the end of last season upon the expiration of his contract but has yet to find himself a new club with the transfer market closed in …

The EFL Championship has made a significant mark on global soccer, ranking as the second-most attended league in the world during the 2023-24 season. This notable achievement highlights the immense popularity and passionate fanbase that supports soccer across England; from the top-tier Premier League to the lower divisions. A whopping 12.7 million people attended Championship games last season, according to UEFA’s statistics. …

Former Serie A midfielder Francesco Bolzoni believes Inter Milan remains a level above Juventus as the Bianconeri continue their rebuild. Inter Milan is currently the most stable top club in Serie A and appears better equipped to challenge for the league title. Having been crowned champions last season, they will aim to retain their title in this campaign. Juventus, under …

Nayef Aguerd has thanked West Ham United for allowing him to join Real Sociedad this summer.  Aguerd spent the last two seasons with the Hammers, during which time he played 58 games across all competitions and helped the club win the 2022/23 UEFA Conference League. However, the Morocco international never truly found his best form at the London Stadium and …

Thomas Partey is expected to leave Arsenal during the summer of 2025 and transfer expert Matteo Moretto can’t see the midfielder returning to La Liga as things stand.  The 31-year-old has been linked with a move away from North London during recent transfer windows but his exit is almost certain in 2025 when his current Gunners contract expires. Partey has …

Lionel Messi could have had a very different career if he had accepted offers from two of Europe’s most prominent clubs: Real Madrid and Arsenal. In a recent interview, Horacio Gaggioli, Messi’s first agent, revealed that both clubs were interested in signing the young Argentine when he was still a teenager. Despite the allure of these opportunities, Messi chose to remain loyal to Barcelona; …

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has hit back at previous disparaging claims made by the club’s sporting director. Paul Mitchell was recently hired to the executive role in July following the departure of Dan Ashworth. The club’s former sporting director joined rivals Manchester United in a $4 million deal. Mitchell arrived at the Magpies as the summer transfer window was in …

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Thiago Motta’s season is about to intensify as Juventus begins their Champions League campaign. The Bianconeri have only played three league games so far, but they are set to compete in at least four different competitions between now and next summer. With the fixture schedule tightening next week, there are concerns about how the team will manage the increased demands. …

Paul Merson believes Chelsea missed a trick by allowing West Ham United to sign striker Niclas Füllkrug this summer.  Both clubs embarked on a lavish summer of spending to back respective new managers Enzo Maresca and Julen Lopetegui. Füllkrug was heralded by many as one of the best signings of the summer by any Premier League side after his exploits …