The leaked current contract of Neymar with Paris Saint-Germain includes a unique clause stating he will be paid an extra bonus for just being “friendly.”
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Liverpool Passed on Florian Neuhaus at £21M
Following Gini Wijnaldum’s departure early in the summer, Liverpool were linked with a series of potential midfield replacements only to in the end decide to head into the 2021-22 season with the players they already had at the club.
Barcelona Boss Ronald Koeman Breaks His Silence On Riqui Puig and Samuel Umtiti
Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman has finally opened up and offered his thoughts on French defender Samuel Umtiti and young midfielder Riqui Puig.
Manchester United interested in Declan Rice deal next season
Manchester United remain keen on West Ham United's Declan Rice despite deciding against investing in a midfielder this summer, sources have told ESPN.
Laporta reportedly tried to sign Neymar for Barcelona after being elected
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that Joan Laporta is good at taking big shots and making promises. A report from Sport this morning detailed how once he was elected, Joan Laporta made an effort to resign an old friend and bring him back to the Camp Nou.
Authorities halt Brazil-Argentina after EPL-based players break quarantine
Brazilian health officials stormed onto the pitch to stop the country's World Cup qualifier against Argentina on Sunday because three Argentinians apparently broke COVID-19 regulations.
Gio Reyna can play for one of the five best teams in the world
U.S. national team midfielder Gio Reyna has the potential that will allow him to "play for one of the best five teams in the world", says one of his former coaches.
Fabrizio Romano says don’t count out Bayern Munich in race for Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano (aka Mr. Here We Go!) made an appearance on Sport1 journalist Florian Plettenberg’s Meine Bayern-Woche podcast and said not to count out Bayern Munich in the race to sign Borussia Dortmund star striker Erling Haaland next summer.
Luuk de Jong explains why Ronald Koeman wanted him at Barcelona
New Barcelona signing Luuk de Jong has been talking about his move to the Camp Nou and why Ronald Koeman opted to bring him in on deadline day from Sevilla.
Tottenham’s Emerson Royal ‘hurt’ by Barcelona exit as details of Spurs transfer uncovered
Emerson Royal joined Tottenham from Barcelona on transfer deadline day.
Juventus facing a major dilemma with Paulo Dybala’s future after Cristiano Ronaldo’s exit
Following the sudden departure of Cristiano Ronaldo over the recent summer transfer window, Juventus is looking ahead to formulating a keen sporting project for the long term.
England’s Declan Rice appropriately mocked Hungary fans after they threw drinks at Raheem Sterling
England went into its UEFA World Cup Qualifying match against Hungary knowing it would be facing a hostile crowd in Budapest. But it was plainly obvious that the Three Lions weren’t rattled.
Man United’s Cristiano Ronaldo back early after Portugal release
Cristiano Ronaldo has been released early from the Portugal squad after picking up a suspension ahead of his Manchester United return.
Real Madrid completely finessed PSG in the Kylian Mbappe chase
It was an extremely wild final day of the summer transfer window, with countless players taking their talents to new clubs. Real Madrid meanwhile, was able to sign a young Frenchman, but it was Eduardo Camavinga, not Kylian Mbappe. Los Blancos offered a bag of money to PSG for their talisman, but the club didn’t budge, claiming they wanted €200 million for Mbappe. Well, Florentino Perez ultimately said sure, we’ll pay it. Even after meeting their asking price, PSG still didn’t let the France international go.
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes highest scoring man in international soccer
Cristiano Ronaldo is men’s football’s all-time leading scorer.
Real Madrid’s €200 million bid Kylian Mbappe bid ignored by PSG
It seemed as if Real Madrid had bowed out of the Kylian Mbappe sweepstakes on Monday, but the Spanish club continued to push Paris Saint-Germain in an attempt to land the French superstar ahead of the transfer deadline. Madrid returned to the table with a gargantuan €200 million bid for Mbappe (the amount supposedly needed for a transfer to be considered), but they’re getting no response from PSG and seem resigned to the fact that he won’t be coming, at least for now.
Tottenham sign Emerson Royal from Barcelona
Tottenham have signed Brazil defender Emerson Royal from Barcelona for 30m euro (£25.8m) on a five-year contract.
Real Madrid will not sign Kylian Mbappe in summer window
According to French media outlets L’Equipe, RMC and Telefoot, Real Madrid is no longer pursuing Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe in this summer’s transfer window. The Spanish giants attempted to sign the forward multiple times, but PSG declined two bids as the transfer deadline loomed.
Ruben Dias Signs New Six-Year Contract At Man City
The Portuguese international joined Manchester City from Benfica last September and instantly transformed the defence. For then a club record £63 million, Dias arrived at the Etihad Stadium with high expectations.
Ilkay Gundogan Reflects On Man City’s Form Ahead Of The International Break
Two wins and a defeat means Manchester City head into the first international break of the season with six points out of a possible nine.
How will PSG deploy Lionel Messi against Reims
The day is upon us where Lionel Messi will take to a soccer field for a domestic match wearing a jersey that is not Barcelona's and in a country that is not Spain with the Argentina international set to debut with Paris Saint-Germain against Stade de Reims this Sunday.
Juventus, Everton finalize deal for Moise Kean
Friday involved a reunion that involved a player leaving Juventus for a former club.
Barcelona Boss Ronald Koeman Makes Surprise Kylian Mbappe Admission
Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman has admitted he would like to have Paris Saint-Germain striker on his team amid speculation the France international is set to leave the Ligue 1 side and join Real Madrid.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Man Utd return: ex-teammates’ Whatsapp messages helped end Man City move
Manchester United's stunning signing of Cristiano Ronaldo from Juventus came after the intervention of the forward's former Old Trafford teammates, sources have told ESPN.
Manchester United has reached an agreement with Juventus for the transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo
Manchester United have confirmed they have reached an agreement to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo – 12 years after one of the club's favourite sons left Old Trafford.
PSG Expected to ACCEPT Real Madrid’s new bid of €180 million for Kylian Mbappe
Real Madrid and PSG have reached an agreement on the transfer of Kylian Mbappe and the official announcement could be as early as Friday, according to a report from MARCA.
Chelsea Reach Agreement in Principle for Barcelona Starlet Ilaix Moriba
Chelsea have agreed personal terms with Ilaix Moriba ahead of a potential move from Barcelona, according to reports.
Chelsea Star Waiting for ‘Go Ahead’ to Finalise Stamford Bridge Departure
Tiemoue Bakayoko is waiting for Chelsea to give him the green light to fly to Italy to complete his move to AC Milan this summer, according to reports.