Neymar was one Santos approval away from Real Madrid move, says former agent
Wagner Ribeiro, Neymar’s former agent, says the Brazilian forward was “one condition” away from joining Real Madrid in 2013 and...
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Infantino salutes Pau Cubarsi after Barcelona defender’s landmark 2026 World Cup
Pau Cubarsi has been named FIFA’s Best Young Player after helping Spain win the 2026 World Cup at the age...
Benatia says “I am free” over possible Paris Saint-Germain future
Mehdi Benatia says he would not rule out working for Paris Saint-Germain in the future, insisting his previous comments about...
Barcelona put €55m price tag on Ronald Araujo as Liverpool loan begins
Liverpool will have the option to sign Ronald Araujo permanently for €55m after agreeing a loan deal with Barcelona for...
Almost half of Saudi Pro League matches had limited ball-in-play time, Opta data shows
Nearly half of the matches played in the Saudi Pro League last season were affected by long periods when the...
Vinicius commits to Real Madrid until 2032 after Mourinho talks
Jose Mourinho played a decisive role in persuading Vinicius Junior to continue at Real Madrid, with the new head coach...
Manchester City step up pursuit of Lille teenage midfielder Ayoub Bouaddi
Manchester City are nearing an agreement with Lille for the transfer of midfielder Ayoub Bouaddi, with negotiations between the two...
UEFA payment disclosure adds to scrutiny facing FIFA president Gianni Infantino
Gianni Infantino has rejected allegations surrounding a six-figure payment made by UEFA to a woman said to have been in...
Egypt’s sports ministry tightens rules on federation dealings with sports companies
Egypt’s Ministry of Youth and Sports has instructed the country’s sports federations not to issue documents that could allow companies...
Al-Fateh weigh goalkeeper change as Nawaf Al-Aqidi transfer talks stall
Al-Fateh are considering abandoning their proposed move for Al-Nassr goalkeeper Nawaf Al-Aqidi after negotiations between the two Saudi Pro League...
Harry Kane plans Bayern Munich stay as contract discussions loom
Harry Kane is set to open talks with Bayern Munich over a new contract in early August, with the England...
Darwin Nunez could earn more than Mohamed Salah in proposed Trabzonspor move
Darwin Nunez is close to joining Mohamed Salah at Trabzonspor for next season, with the Uruguay striker set to earn...
RB Leipzig secure compensation clause in record Yan Diomande move to Real Madrid
RB Leipzig have negotiated a special clause in Yan Diomande’s record transfer to Real Madrid that could provide the German...
Barcelona’s Marc Casado nears Al-Hilal move after surprise omission from squad
Marc Casado’s departure from Barcelona is edging closer after the midfielder was unexpectedly left out of the squad travelling to...
Bruno Guimaraes begins Arsenal chapter as Newcastle agree landmark £75m sale
Arsenal have completed the signing of Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United in a deal reported to be worth...
Real Oviedo boss says Haissem Hassan exit may be necessary amid Celtic reports
Real Oviedo manager Julian Calero says the club must consider Haissem Hassan’s wishes and its financial limitations as reports suggest...
Lionel Messi’s father Jorge dies aged 68 after long illness
Jorge Messi, the father of Argentina and Barcelona great Lionel Messi, died on Friday evening at the age of 68...
Arsenal sign Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle in reported £75m deal
Arsenal have announced the signing of Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United in a move reported to be worth...
Ministry warns sports federations against dealing with unlicensed companies
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has instructed the boards of sports federations to comply strictly with their legal powers...
Egypt given green light to host 2027 Africa U23 Cup of Nations
Egypt has received approval from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to host the next Africa U23 Cup of Nations,...