AC Milan head coach Ruben Amorim has sent shockwaves through the Rossoneri fanbase by confirming that Rafael Leao will not feature in the upcoming Serie A clash against Venezia. The decision comes at a critical juncture for the Portuguese international, whose future at San Siro is now under intense scrutiny during the final days of the summer transfer window.
Brighton have raised more than £600 million ($814m) from sales in recent years, but Mark McGhee has explained to GOAL why the Seagulls are not a selling club - at least not through choice. The likes of Moises Caicedo, Marc Cucurella, Leandro Trossard, Yves Bissouma, Alexis Mac Allister and Carlos Baleba have all departed the Amex Stadium.
Atletico Madrid have taken a definitive stand in the most high-profile transfer saga of the summer by officially blocking Julian Alvarez’s move to Barcelona. The club’s board of directors issued a scathing statement on Thursday, effectively ending negotiations with their La Liga rivals following what they described as a lack of professional conduct.
Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has confirmed that Jamal Musiala will miss the club's Bundesliga opener against Stuttgart on Friday. The German international is still working his way back to full fitness following a recent health scare that saw him sidelined during the pre-season schedule.
Former Birmingham player and manager Steve Bruce has told GOAL that the Blues will not rush into a repeat of their Wayne Rooney mistake, with there no plans on the part of Tom Brady and the club’s board to seek another “name” in the dugout. Chris Davies remains at the St Andrew’s helm for now, with collective sights being locked on the Premier League.
John Halls worked with Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira and the ‘Invincibles’ at Arsenal, with the Gunners academy graduate telling GOAL of the “mindset” required to succeed in north London. The Premier League heavyweights are famed for their production of home-grown stars, with those coming through the system needing to adopt a “better than you” mentality.
Massimiliano Allegri has delivered a bold assessment of the Serie A landscape, claiming that as many as eight teams are in the hunt for the Scudetto this season. The experienced tactician also outlined his expectations for a historic centenary campaign at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.
Barcelona have officially secured the services of Croatian international goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic, bolstering their options between the posts. The veteran shot-stopper arrives from Turkish giants Fenerbahce, ending weeks of speculation regarding the club’s long-term succession plan in goal.
Steve Bruce admits that Emi Martinez’s desperation to leave Aston Villa is strange, with the former Villans boss reacting to transfer talk during an exclusive interview with GOAL - as the World Cup-winning goalkeeper sees a move to Chelsea mooted. The Argentina international has spent 12 months shuffling his way towards exit doors in the West Midlands.
Manchester City and Arsenal have emerged as leading contenders in a high-stakes pursuit of Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye. The Senegal international has become one of the most sought-after talents in the Premier League following a series of standout performances at Goodison Park.
Nottingham Forest have completed the marquee £50m signing of striker Liam Delap from Chelsea on a five-year deal. The 23-year-old forward arrives at the City Ground for an initial £45m fee plus £5m in add-ons, aiming to reignite his Premier League form after finding starting opportunities limited during his solitary season at Stamford Bridge.
Marcus Rashford has been absorbed back into the fold at Manchester United. Does he have a long-term future at Old Trafford or are the Red Devils delaying the inevitable - with transfer rumours set to resurface in 2027? Steve Bruce has attempted that question during an exclusive interview with GOAL, as the Premier League title winner assesses a “fabulous footballer”.
For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.
Chelsea's £34m summer signing Valentin Barco has revealed how transitioning into a central midfielder transformed his career and paved the way for his move to Stamford Bridge. The 22-year-old explained that abandoning his traditional left-back role helped him earn an Argentina World Cup call-up and secure a high-profile Premier League return.
Aston Villa captain John McGinn has opened up on the departure of Youri Tielemans, admitting he was completely wrong about the midfielder's physical condition when they first met. The Belgium international completed a £35 million move to Old Trafford this summer after a stellar three-year stint at Villa Park.
Marc Cucurella has admitted he is still working his way back to full fitness after making his long-awaited home debut for Real Madrid. The Spanish full-back enjoyed an emotional night at the Santiago Bernabeu as Los Blancos swept aside Real Sociedad in a convincing 4-1 victory.
Former Manchester United star Ander Herrera has revealed that dropping down to the Spanish third tier with Real Zaragoza fulfills the last dream of his career. The 37-year-old midfielder returned to his boyhood club on a free transfer from Boca Juniors, choosing to play for free and donate his salary to help lead his hometown team back to glory.
Fabian Hurzeler is younger than some Premier League players, with Mark McGhee telling GOAL why the “ageless” 33-year-old is “only going to get better” as he follows in illustrious footsteps at Brighton. The Seagulls have seen the likes of Graham Potter and Roberto De Zerbi pass through their dugout before going on to land prestigious Premier League posts.
Liverpool have reportedly struck an agreement in principle with Paris Saint-Germain to sign Bradley Barcola in a blockbuster £120 million transfer. The France international has emerged as the Reds' primary target to succeed Mohamed Salah and looks set to complete a move to Anfield after crucial negotiations this week.
Alvaro Morata is closing in on a surprise loan move to Spanish second-tier outfit Leganes after a frustrating spell in Serie A with Como. The 33-year-old forward, who has commanded €229m in career transfer fees across spells with Europe's elite, is seeking a fresh start in Spain following a solitary goal during his time under Cesc Fabregas.
Palmeiras youth academy coordinator Joao Paulo Sampaio has lavished praise on the club's talent pathway following an agreed €40m deal to sell attacking midfielder Allan to Manchester City. The 22-year-old was officially honoured at Nubank Parque on Wednesday as the Brazilian giants celebrated yet another lucrative European export.
Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has lifted the lid on the tactical masterclass delivered by Jose Mourinho at half-time during their 4-1 thrashing of Real Sociedad. The Uruguayan credits the manager's intervention for transforming a stuttering performance into a dominant display spearheaded by a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick.
Jack Grealish could “play for any club in the world”, Steve Bruce has told GOAL, with a man that worked with the England international at Aston Villa explaining why the Manchester City forward is “too good” not to find regular football somewhere late in the summer transfer window. The enigmatic 30-year-old, who spent time at Everton last season, has emerged as a target for Sunderland.
Borussia Dortmund president Hans-Joachim Watzke has admitted Bayern Munich are overwhelming favourites for the Bundesliga title, insisting his side cannot compete economically. Despite picking up 73 points last season, Watzke conceded that Vincent Kompany's dominant champions remain out of reach for the rest of German football.
Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are preparing for a frostier-than-usual encounter in Monaco for the Champions League draw following a public spat over Julian Alvarez. Relationships between the two Spanish heavyweights have hit a new low after Joan Laporta’s public pursuit of the Argentine forward met a blistering response from the capital club.
Harry Kane has weighed in on the European landscape, identifying Paris Saint-Germain as the frontrunners for the upcoming Champions League campaign. The Bayern Munich striker spoke ahead of the highly anticipated league phase draw, where the continent's elite clubs will discover their initial path to glory.
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