World Cup News

Roberto De Zerbi’s wait for a first victory as Tottenham head coach goes on after...

Everton’s 19-year-old left-back Adam Aznou is on the radar of Marseille, Real Betis, and Getafe ahead of the summer window. According to Africa Foot, Marseille have emerged as the most serious suitor for the youngster. The Spain-born Morocco international arrived at Goodison Park from Bayern Munich last summer in a €9 million deal, but first-team […] The post Everton Youngster Set For An Exit This Summer: Should They Sell Him? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Marseille sporting director Medhi Benatia blasted the team’s performance after a 2-0 loss at Lorient on Saturday dealt a damaging blow to their hopes of Champions League football next season. Panos Katseris and Bamba Dieng goals secured victory for Lorient in Brittany and left Marseille in danger of losing further ground in the race for automatic […] The post ‘Scandalous’ Marseille lose at Lorient, damage Champions League bid appeared first on Soccer America.

Paulo Fonseca arrived in Lyon after a negative experience at AC Milan, one that was not entirely his fault, but rather the fault of a nonexistent club, one of the worst in AC Milan’s history, and of a number of players who had never been with him from the start. Despite having proven himself a… The post How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Adrien Rabiot has established as one of the best players at AC Milan, becoming an undisputed starter under head coach Massimiliano Allegri. Following his strong performances, the Frenchman was reportedly approached with an offer to join the Saudi Pro League. Following the arrival of Massimiliano Allegri, AC Milan secured the signing of Adrien Rabiot, who had been impressing at Olympique de Marseille. Under the Italian, the Frenchman rediscovered his best form, becoming a key figure for the Rossoneri throughout the season. As one of the team’s most important players, he was reportedly tempted to leave in the summer of 2026 after receiving a lucrative offer from the Saudi Pro League. According to Nicolò Schira, via X, Adrien Rabiot has received a formal approach from the Saudi Pro League. In an effort to convince him to join, the Frenchman was offered a three-year contract with a very high salary—something the Rossoneri can not match. However, with a contract running until 2028 with AC Milan, he has decided to reject any offers, aiming to continue his tenure with the club. As a central figure for Massimiliano Allegri, Rabiot has established as one of the most important players in the squad, alongside Luka Modrić. With 2,281 minutes played, the Frenchman is among the team’s most utilized players, playing a key role in orchestrating the attack. He has also contributed five goals and five assists. However, his impact goes beyond the statistics, as he has become an undisputed leader within the team. While Adrien Rabiot has become a key figure for the Rossoneri, fans are still expecting a greater impact from him in the final third. As a box-to-box midfielder, he consistently gets into the box, but has yet to be truly decisive in terms of goalscoring. That said, it is not solely down to the player, as the squad as a whole has struggled to deliver a high-level attacking output. As a result, AC Milan are reportedly already preparing a key midfield reinforcement. Adrien Rabiot of AC Milan Report: AC Milan look to reinforce Rabiot with Leon Goretzka At the start of the 2025–26 season, the Rossoneri delivered a solid run of form, even reaching the top of Serie A. However, the drop in performance from Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leão exposed the team’s overall level. Looking to strengthen Adrien Rabiot’s impact for next season, AC Milan are reportedly prioritizing the signing of Leon Goretzka, who could be an ideal complement to the squad. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, head coach Massimiliano Allegri has made the signing of Leon Goretzka his top priority. After offering him a €5M-per-season salary and a three-year contract, AC Milan are hoping to secure his arrival, viewing him as an experienced and reliable profile. However, the Rossoneri would likely need to qualify for the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League, as the German is keen to compete at the highest level. With Goretzka’s potential arrival, Adrien Rabiot would gain stronger defensive support, allowing him greater freedom to express his attacking qualities. At the same time, the German midfielder also has the ability to contribute offensively, providing an additional threat in front of goal. Securing his addition to the squad could significantly boost Milan’s competitiveness, while also helping unlock the best version of Rabiot under Allegri.

By: Ben Dixon According to reports, Mario Gila looks likely to join AC Milan in the summer. However, he will not be the only addition, it appears. Planning for next season is well underway at Casa Milan and even at Milanello, where Massimiliano Allegri and Giorgio Furlani spoke at length about the future of the club during lunch […] The post CM: ‘Not stopping there’ – Gila will not be Milan’s only defensive recruit this summer appeared first on SempreMilan.

Inter Milan are exploring the possibility of using Benjamin Pavard as a bargaining chip in their pursuit of Roma midfielder Manu Kone, in a creative deal structure designed to reduce the cash outlay on a player they have coveted for over a year. According to L’Interista, Inter’s interest in Koné is firmly established and the […] The post Inter Milan Ready To Use Defensive Outcast To Secure Deal For Roma Star appeared first on SempreInter.com.

By: Ben Dixon Despite it seeming like AC Milan have already made one defensive signing for the summer, they are not done in the region. It is clear that Massimiliano Allegri wants more defensive cover in his team next season. Ultimately, four senior options are not enough, especially if he wants to continue in a back-three system for […] The post Footmercato: Milan have upper hand as Juventus challenge for €30m Marseille defender appeared first on SempreMilan.

The French media claim Ethan Nwaneri's limited starts under Marseille boss Habib Beye are due to a "persistent impression of nonchalance" from the Arsenal loanee.

Leonardo Balerdi was a key transfer target for Juventus at the start of the season, yet Olympique Marseille declined… The post AC Milan is ready to challenge Juventus for Ligue 1 defender appeared first on Juvefc.com.

Everton Weigh Aznou Future as Marseille Renew Interest Everton’s summer planning appears to be gathering pace, and one of the more intriguing subplots involves a player who has barely featured. According to TeamTalk, Everton are facing a significant decision over Adam Aznou, with Marseille maintaining strong interest in the young full-back. The situation carries a […] The post Report: Ligue 1 giants eyeing move to sign Everton defender appeared first on EPL Index - Unofficial Premier League Blog, Stats, Tactics & Podcasts at EPLindex.com.

Johnny Cardoso will seek his first trophy lift as an Atletico Madrid player on Saturday. Cardoso and his Atletico Madrid teammates will take on Pellegrino Matarazzo‘s Real Sociedad squad in the Copa Del Rey Final in Seville. Atletico Madrid have hit a worrying run in La Liga play but remain alive for a first trophy ... Read more

Arsenal starlet Ethan Nwaneri joined Marseille on loan in January but the 19-year-old is struggling for playing time under manager Habib Beye

The 19-year-old is very highly rated at Everton but he has been left frustrated by a lack of minutes, and now Marseille are set to attempt to prise him away

Paulo Fonseca arrived in Lyon after a negative experience at AC Milan, one that was not entirely his fault, but rather the fault of a nonexistent club, one of the worst in AC Milan’s history, and of a number of players who had never been with him from the start. Despite having proven himself a… The post How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Inter Milan outcast Luis Henrique has reportedly found himself in the sights of Premier League side Bournemouth. According to L’Interista, the Cherries are ready to launch a €25 million bid for the Brazilian winger this summer. Luis Henrique joined Inter Milan from Olympique Marseille last summer for a reported fee of €25 million. Furthermore, the […] The post Report – Bournemouth Set To Lodge €25M Bid For Inter Milan Flop appeared first on SempreInter.com.

Serie A giants Inter Milan are reportedly planning to include Benjamin Pavard as a makeweight in a deal to sign Roma star Manu Kone. According to L’Interista, the Nerazzurri hope to drive the French midfielder’s price down by offering the Marseille loanee as a counterpart. Benjamin Pavard joined Les Olympiens on a season-long loan last […] The post Report – Inter Milan Consider Including France Defender As Counterpart In Deal To Sign Roma Midfielder appeared first on SempreInter.com.

Arsenal have a problem in attack right now, even if they are just about scraping through most games, and that’s surely something Mikel Arteta will look to address this summer. It’s become increasingly clear in recent months that the Gunners can no longer rely on the likes of Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka in the […] The post Swap deal: Arsenal given perfect opportunity to beat rivals to £80m transfer appeared first on CaughtOffside.

By: Oliver Fisher Former AC Milan defender Marcel Desailly has spoken about Rafael Leao’s untapped potential, and the bizarre Maldini-Bastoni comparisons. Desailly was bought from European champions Marseille and became a crucial pillar in Fabio Capello’s Milan that won the Serie A and European Cup double. In the final in Athens against Cruijff’s Barcelona, he scored the final […] The post Desailly believes Leao has Ballon d’Or potential but asks question: “Does he really want it?” appeared first on SempreMilan.

Ethan Nwaneri's six-month loan at Marseille is threatening to turn sour, with the Arsenal youngster having failed to make the starting XI of his new side in over two months.

Scotland international Lewis Ferguson feels Bologna ‘still believe’ they can qualify for the Europa League...

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan spent a fair bit of money in the last summer window, but they are yet to see a return on almost all of their investment. As reported in today’s edition of Il Giorno (via MilanVibes), Milan have recorded a rather worrying statistic regarding squad management: approximately €150m in summer investments have found limited […] The post Il Giorno: Allegri yet to trust six players Milan invested €150m on – the figures appeared first on SempreMilan.

Arsenal fans have been warned that they risk “killing” their team as the club heads into the crucial Premier League title run-in. The Gunners can take a decisive step towards the Premier League title this weekend as they take on their nearest rivals Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, but the team hasn’t been performing […] The post “Unless they stop…” – Richard Keys explains what’s “killing” Arsenal ahead of crucial run-in appeared first on CaughtOffside.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan have several players out on loan at the moment, but two midfielders are almost certain to return once the season ends. La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that the potential €100m or more in takings from loan deals with permanent clauses is set to dwindle. Ismael Bennacer and Yunus Musah will not be bought […] The post GdS: €40m up in smoke – Milan left with headache as midfield duo will return appeared first on SempreMilan.

Arsenal attacking midfielder Ethan Nwaneri is enduring a difficult loan spell at Marseille and reports are emerging about why that may be. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY The 19-year-old has shown himself to be an exciting prospect at Arsenal, but he […] The post “Persistent” sign of attitude problem from Arsenal star at loan club appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Chelsea are reportedly preparing to intensify their pursuit of Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, as uncertainty continues to surround the future of Enzo Fernández. According to The Independent, the Blues have identified the 22-year-old England midfielder as a leading candidate to strengthen their midfield options, particularly if Fernández departs amid ongoing links to Real Madrid. DOWNLOAD […] The post Chelsea would have to pay £50 million to sign Enzo Fernandez replacement appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Juventus striker Arkadiusz Milik has suffered a new injury setback that will rule him out of the crucial games… The post Juventus confirm Milik sustained new injury, reveals recovery timetable appeared first on Juvefc.com.

Ex AC Milan and Chelsea star Marcel Desailly believes Inter star Alessandro Bastoni should move to Barcelona and would lift the La Liga giants to the next level. Marcel Desailly argued that Alessandro Bastoni should move to Barcelona this summer if he had the chance. Furthermore, the former Marseille star believes that Bastoni would improve […] The post Ex AC Milan & Chelsea Star Desailly: “Inter Milan’s Bastoni Could Lift Barcelona To Next Level” appeared first on SempreInter.com.

The Gunners could be set to make an offer for an "explosive" forward, with Mikel Arteta personally keen.

Igor Paixao has been linked with a move away from Marseille, and Liverpool are interested in securing his signature. The 25-year-old has impressed with his explosive pace and dribbling ability at the French club. Liverpool is looking to add more cutting-edge in the final third, and they believe the 25-year-old Brazilian could be an excellent […] The post Arsenal prepare cut-price offer as Liverpool join hunt for €60m dribbling sensation appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Ex AC Milan and Chelsea star Marcel Desailly believes Inter star Alessandro Bastoni has been consistent this season but isn’t half the player Paolo Maldini was. Marcel Desailly argued that Alessandro Bastoni has been consistent this season which is why Inter Milan will win the Serie A. However, the former Marseille star believes that Bastoni […] The post Ex AC Milan & Chelsea Star Desailly: ‘Inter Milan’s Bastoni Consistent But Not Half As Good As Maldini’ appeared first on SempreInter.com.

BAYERN MUNICH thrashed St. Pauli 5-0 at the Millerntor-stadion and edged towards the Bundesliga title, but the visitors’ resounding victory also pushed one of Germany’s cult clubs a little closer to relegation. St. Pauli are third from bottom and are four points clear of 17th-placed Wolfsburg, but with two points from their last five games, … Continue reading European Round-up: Premier League twist, Real Madrid stutter, St. Pauli thrashed by Bayern

Paulo Fonseca arrived in Lyon after a negative experience at AC Milan, one that was not entirely his fault, but rather the fault of a nonexistent club, one of the worst in AC Milan’s history, and of a number of players who had never been with him from the start. Despite having proven himself a… The post How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Building out from the back via goal kicks is so commonplace in the modern game that it is hard to remember that, until relatively recently, this was regarded as a very high-risk strategy. The sight of teams playing across their six-yard box would often be greeted with groans from the stands and managers having to […] The post Coaching Build-Up Play From Goal Kicks Like Roberto De Zerbi, Albert Riera & Cesc Fàbregas – Tactical Theory appeared first on Total Football Analysis.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan’s defeat against Udinese has thrown Champions League qualification into further doubt, and Adrien Rabiot’s comments have caused alarm. As Calciomercato.com write, the Milan world has been shaken by this mini-crisis the team has entered with three defeats in their last four games (against Udinese, Napoli and Lazio), interspersed with a difficult and hard-fought […] The post CM: ‘We lost that’ – Milan’s work rate under scrutiny as Rabiot sounds worrying alarm appeared first on SempreMilan.

Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly are among the players that could leave Arsenal this summer. Following the record spend last year, outgoings are expected, both to ensure the club remains financially sustainable, and to comply with the Premier League new squad cost ratio rules. And funds are also required to boost the squad with more... The post Academy duo could leave Arsenal appeared first on Footie Central.

Tyler Adams made his return to the Bournemouth squad on Saturday, helping the Cherries throw another wrench into the Premier League title race. Adams came off the bench and played 20 minutes as Andoni Iraola’s men shocked league-leading Arsenal 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium. It marked the U.S. men’s national team midfielder’s first appearance since ... Read more

Martin Odegaard remains part of Mikel Arteta's plans despite the injury problems that have restricted him to a bit-part role this season.

MARSEILLE have infuriated fans after making a controversial change to the club's iconic crest. The French giants revealed the new badge for the first time in 22 years in an attempt to make it more modern. Marseille's previous badge was recognisable thanks to its big blue "M" and "O" which represented the club's full name...

Arsenal want £100million for Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly with Mikel Arteta warning academy graduates must prove their worth.

Didier Deschamps, Kylian Mbappe’s head coach with the France national team, is reportedly among Real Madrid’s options. As they continue competing in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid are focused on deciding who will be their next head coach. Didier Deschamps has reportedly emerged as a candidate—the current boss of Kylian Mbappe with the France national team. “Didier Deschamps is on the final shortlist being considered by Madrid, which includes very few names,” Sport reports, citing Radio Monte Carlo. “Madrid have already made their interest known.” Deschamps has spent a long time in international soccer. He was appointed France’s head coach in 2012 and has since overseen one of the most successful long-term projects in the game: the national team were World Cup champions in Russia 2018 and runners-up in Qatar 2022. They also reached the Euro 2016 final and won the 2021 UEFA Nations League. After 14 years in charge, Deschamps’ tenure with France will come to an end following the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, which means the coach is expected to return to club soccer. He also brings solid experience at that level, with successful spells at AS Monaco (2001–05), Juventus (2006–07), and Olympique Marseille (2009–12). Kylian Mbappe playing for Real Madrid. The case for Deschamps as a Real Madrid candidate The success Didier Deschamps has achieved throughout his managerial career is more than enough to justify his consideration. In addition to his two titles with France, he has also collected several trophies at club level—eight in total across his time with Monaco, Juventus, and Marseille. But according to Sport, that’s not the only appealing aspect of Deschamps for Real Madrid. “The French coach is a winner both as a player and as a manager, and he has always stood up for his players and handled the pressure around the team. He runs a tight dressing room and doesn’t hesitate when tough decisions are required,” the report states. And when it comes to relationships with his players, another key factor is his familiarity with several stars in the squad. “He has a very good relationship with Kylian Mbappe and Aurelien Tchouameni, two players who will shape the club’s future,” Sport adds. Zidane could replace Deschamps with France While Didier Deschamps is being considered as an option for Real Madrid, his successor with France could be a legend of the Spanish side. Reports have long indicated that Zinedine Zidane is the man chosen by the French Football Federation to take over the national team after the 2026 World Cup. The choice comes as no surprise, given Zidane’s credentials. He was a superstar for France during his playing career, leading the team to victory at the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000. As a manager, he also excelled, winning 11 trophies, including three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles.

Fans jeer as draw follows losses to Mallorca and Bayern Marseille go third in Ligue 1 as Paris FC stun Monaco Real Madrid had to settle for a 1-1 draw against mid-table Girona in La Liga on Friday, extending the hosts’ winless run to three games in all competitions and giving Barcelona the chance to stretch their advantage at the top. Federico Valverde put Madrid ahead six minutes after half-time but Girona levelled in the 62nd minute through Thomas Lemar. Álvaro Arbeloa’s side are six points behind Barça, who have a game in hand against Espanyol on Saturday and could move nine clear with seven games to play.

Tottenham Hotspur have slipped further towards an unprecedented Premier League relegation after West Ham smashed Wolves 4-0. Doubles from Konstantinos Mavropanos and Valentin Castellanos gave the H…

They tell us that in the beginning, there was a choice. A choice whispered through time, carried on the winds of myth, where gods watched and men trembled. A choice that stood before a boy named Achilles—glory without tomorrow, or tomorrow without glory. And he chose the fire. He chose the brief, blazing immortality of… The post Roberto De Zerbi: Sixteen, Seven Games, and the Refusal to Hurry first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Patrick Agyemang's season-ending injury headlines this week's USA Stock Watch.

Morgan Rogers is likely to leave Aston Villa this summer, even if Unai Emery’s side qualify for the Champions League, talkSPORT understands. Rogers only signed a new contract in November 2025, keep…

Arsenal will look to receive £100 million combined for Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri this summer

James Maddison has responded after a viral clip appearing to show his physical condition as he recovers from a serious knee injury. Maddison suffered the ACL issue in a pre-season friendly meeting …

THE PREMIER LEAGUE'S greatest wind-up merchant has been left out of his new team's squad following the arrival of the club's second manager of the season. Neal Maupay joined Sevilla on loan from Marseille barely three months ago and scored on his debut during a 4-1 loss at Mallorca in LaLiga under previous head coach...