Former England star Joe Cole has questioned Arne Slot’s decision to overhaul a title-winning Liverpool squad. Cole believes the Dutchman’s aggressive integration of several new players into the starting XI served to disrupt the Reds' natural rhythm and momentum.

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Chelsea legend Ashley Cole is clearly a huge fan of Burnley defender Kyle Walker, crowning him as one of the best full-backs of the Premier League era. Asked by GOAL to choose among some of the star players to have played in the English top flight in that position, the former England international picked Walker as his No.1.

Despite the Vancouver Whitecaps' 3-0 loss to the Seattle Sounders in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, Thomas Muller remains committed to their continental aspirations. The Canadian team had a hard time stopping their MLS rivals, and the Bayern Munich legend played the whole 90 minutes. To reach the quarter-finals, they face a significant challenge in the second leg.

Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami have reportedly entered the race to sign Manchester City playmaker Bernardo Silva, challenging Juventus for his signature. The 31-year-old is set to leave the Etihad this summer, with a switch to MLS now emerging as one of his free transfer options.

Neymar has hinted at injuries forcing him to retire at the end of 2026, but a fellow Brazilian is tipping the 34-year-old playmaker to make the “truly massive” call of joining Lionel Messi in MLS. Neymar previously worked with the Argentine GOAT at Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, with Kleberson telling GOAL why a reunion at Inter Miami remains a distinct possibility.

Manchester United have moved to the front of the queue to sign USMNT star Tyler Adams from Bournemouth, according to reports. The Red Devils are looking to bolster their midfield options and view the American as a cost-effective solution.

There is likely to be a lot of activity in the Dortmund defence this summer. As for potential new signings, one avenue leads to the Premier League.

Barcelona are exploring a creative second loan deal to retain Marcus Rashford as they struggle to trigger Manchester United's €30 million agreed permanent fee. The England international is reportedly desperate to stay in Catalonia after a career resurgence under Hansi Flick.

Chelsea Women's hero Guro Reiten has completed a transfer to NWSL side Gotham FC, bringing her legendary seven-year stay in west London to a close. The 31-year-old Norwegian joins Gotham on an initial loan that will be made permanent after her contract at Chelsea expires this summer. She has a pre-contract agreement in place with Gotham that will keep her at the club until 2029.

Chelsea will be without captain Millie Bright for Sunday's League Cup final against Manchester United, dealing the Blues a big blow in their bid to retain the trophy. However, head coach Sonia Bompastor will be able to welcome back another key player this weekend, giving her side a necessary boost amid a flurry of injuries.

Manchester City are reportedly 'close' to agreeing a new deal with star striker Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw, just a day after the Women's Super League's leading goal-scorer was linked with a move to rivals Chelsea. Shaw's contract expires this summer but it appears she will be staying in Manchester, despite interest from the Blues in London.