Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has reportedly agreed to personal terms with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad, as per sources in Italy. With De Bruyne’s current contract at Manchester City expiring at the end of the 2024/25 season, speculation about his future has heightened. Al-Ittihad, already featuring stars such as Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kante, and Fabinho, are eager to bolster their squad with De Bruyne. However, Kante could be returning to the Premier League, with West Ham showing interest. After a challenging 2023/24 season, finishing fifth without any trophies, Al-Ittihad aims to strengthen under new manager Laurent Blanc, viewing De…
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“The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, are scheduled to commence in just five days, with Nigeria set to compete from July 26 to August 11, 2024. Team Nigeria will be represented by 88 athletes across a variety of sports: – Athletics – Badminton – Basketball – Boxing – Canoeing – Cycling – Football – Table Tennis – Taekwondo – Weightlifting – Wrestling Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, aims for Team Nigeria to surpass its best Olympic performance achieved at the 1996 Atlanta Games. He called on Nigerians to rally behind their athletes throughout the Games. In…
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has been sentenced for an incident dating back to December. The 26-year-old striker has received a six-month driving ban and a fine after being caught driving his Rolls Royce at 104 MPH on the M60 in Manchester last year, well above the 70 MPH speed limit allowed for motorways, as reported by Sky Sports. Rashford, known for his lucrative salary of approximately £300,000 per month at Manchester United, owns several fast cars. His penchant for speed was highlighted further when he crashed another luxury vehicle, a £700,000 Rolls Royce, near the club’s training ground in…
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has reportedly reached an agreement on personal terms with Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad. De Bruyne, who has been a cornerstone of Manchester City for nearly a decade, has a contract set to expire in June 2025. According to journalist Rudy Galetti’s report, Al-Ittihad has finalized terms with the Belgian for a potential move. Negotiations between the clubs are said to be ongoing regarding the transfer. If completed, De Bruyne would join stars such as Karim Benzema, Fabinho, and N’Golo Kante at Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League. In a recent interview, De Bruyne…
John Mikel Obi, former captain of the Nigerian Super Eagles and Chelsea midfielder, made an unexpected visit to Real Madrid’s training complex at Valdebebas on Wednesday. During his visit, Mikel Obi was seen interacting with some of Real Madrid’s top players, including Luka Modric and Thibaut Courtois, as well as the team’s manager, Carlo Ancelotti. He was observed chatting and laughing with both the players and coaching staff. The visit is believed to be a casual, friendly one, with no official business or transfer negotiations involved.
Former Manchester United defender Wes Brown has reacted positively to the club’s signing of Joshua Zirkzee. Brown believes Zirkzee, who recently joined Manchester United from Bologna for £33 million, will be a valuable addition, especially in supporting fellow striker Rasmus Hojlund. The 23-year-old Dutch forward is described by Brown as a “very good option.” “I’m very happy with the signing,” Brown told the Euro Thrash podcast. “He’s definitely a player we needed and he’s young. I think he’s going to be good, and it will be interesting to see. Hojlund hasn’t scored enough goals; that’s clear. Everything else in his…
Premier League side Aston Villa is set to finalize a club-record £50 million deal for Everton midfielder Amadou Onana this weekend, according to the UK Sun. Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has outpaced Bayern Munich and Barcelona to secure the 22-year-old. Onana was also a target for Arsenal and Newcastle. The Belgium international has agreed to a five-year contract and will undergo a club medical upon his return from a brief break following his participation with Belgium in Euro 2024. Onana previously joined Everton from Lille in a £33 million transfer.
Kylian Mbappé is expected to make his Real Madrid debut in their upcoming UEFA Super Cup match against Ademola Lookman’s Atalanta, following a consultation with the club’s doctors. The 25-year-old French star was officially presented by Madrid on Tuesday, having signed a lucrative five-year contract with the Spanish giants after leaving Paris Saint-Germain. During his press conference, Mbappé expressed his desire to participate in the Super Cup if possible. He had sustained a painful nose injury during the recent European Championship in Germany, which required him to wear a mask for several matches and raised concerns about a potential delay…
Manchester United may need to sell midfielder Casemiro to secure the signing of Paris Saint-Germain’s Manuel Ugarte during the summer transfer window. Reports suggest that acquiring Ugarte could depend on Casemiro’s departure from Old Trafford. United are actively seeking a new defensive midfielder, with Ugarte emerging as a key target. Though Erik ten Hag’s side has not yet made a formal offer to PSG for the Uruguay international, a loan deal could also be considered, given that PSG has valued Ugarte at £38 million.
“God is the greatest. Home sweet home, back home in a different skin,” Enyeama posted on Facebook alongside photos of his son. Enyeama enjoyed a stellar career with Lille, joining the club in July 2011 from Israel. After a standout 2013 season, Lille coach René Girard awarded him the No. 1 shirt for the 2013-2014 season. Alongside the defensive line of Sidibé, Kjær, Basa, and Béria, Enyeama formed a formidable defense that frustrated opposing attackers. From September 15 to December 3, 2013, he recorded 11 consecutive clean sheets against teams like Sochaux, Lyon, Monaco, and Marseille. His clean sheet streak…
Chelsea stands to receive nearly £1 million if England hires Graham Potter as its new manager. Potter, who left Chelsea in April after less than seven months, is still on the club’s payroll, with his salary estimated at around £200,000 a week until October. If Potter is appointed as England manager, Chelsea would deduct his salary from the remaining compensation owed to them. This would result in a financial boost of nearly £1 million for the Premier League club. In September 2022, Chelsea paid Brighton approximately £21 million in compensation for Potter and his coaching staff.
Arsenal have once again deviated from their traditional away colors, unveiling a bold new design for the upcoming season. Despite initial doubts, last year’s fluorescent away kit quickly became a fan favorite, largely due to Arsenal’s strong performances on the road. For the 2024/25 season, the Gunners have opted for a daring color scheme featuring black, green, red, and white. A statement on Arsenal’s official website announced, “Introducing our new 2024/25 away kit, created in collaboration with adidas and British African heritage brand Labrum London. We’re celebrating our connection with our African supporters through the continent’s design traditions.” The kit…
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal will don a new shirt number for the 2024/2025 season. According to ESPN, the 17-year-old will be assigned the No. 19 shirt, which matches the number he wears for Spain. Having played last season with a youth team registration, Yamal will officially join the first team for the upcoming campaign. This change comes after Yamal’s impressive performances helped Spain win Euro 2024. Despite speculation that he might inherit the legendary No. 10 shirt previously worn by Messi, Yamal has opted for No. 19.
Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha has endorsed the club’s £52 million investment in 19-year-old Leny Yoro, asserting that the price is justified. According to Saha, the fee reflects the current market conditions, Yoro’s age, potential, and the interest from major clubs like Real Madrid. Saha told Belfred, “The high cost is due to the market, his youth, potential, and the competition from other big teams. He’s a talented player with room to grow. At just 18, he’ll develop further and adapt well to the Premier League.” He added, “Yoro is a strong prospect, and I’m not alone in this…
Virgil van Dijk enjoyed a relaxing break from training after the 2024 Euros on Tuesday, spending time with his family on a luxury yacht in Ibiza. The Liverpool captain, 33, showcased his impressive physique, including his well-defined six-pack, while going shirtless. He was accompanied by his wife Rike Nooitgedagt and their four children, Nila, Jadi, Noa, and Mase, for their sun-soaked vacation. Despite the Netherlands being eliminated from the Euros semi-finals by England last week, Virgil appeared in high spirits, taking to paddleboarding while wearing a lifejacket. Rike also turned heads in a small brown bikini that highlighted her toned…
Tension is already brewing in Chelsea’s dressing room before the season has even started. Three French players—Axel Disasi, Malo Gusto, and Wesley Fofana—have unfollowed Enzo Fernández on Instagram today. This follows the circulation of a controversial video showing Fernández singing with his Argentine teammates about the French national team. The lyrics, which include references to “passports, families, all born in Africa,” have been criticized as racist by some. Fofana took to Twitter to express his discontent, writing: “Football in 2024: uninhibited racism.” The French Football Federation (FFF), through its president Philippe Diallo, has condemned the video and announced plans to…
Spain striker Álvaro Morata has confirmed his move from Atlético Madrid to AC Milan. Morata announced he will undergo a medical with AC Milan and has bid farewell to his Atlético Madrid teammates and staff. “I’m going to have a medical and then join AC Milan,” Morata said. “I’ve said goodbye to my teammates, Simeone, and the board. It’s best to part ways when you can’t give your all.” The former Chelsea and Real Madrid forward, who recently helped Spain win Euro 2024 with a 2-1 victory over England in the final, shared his departure news with COPE.
Vinícius Júnior, a top contender for the Ballon d’Or, will host a three-day birthday celebration in Rio de Janeiro to mark his 24th birthday. Following a disappointing Copa America campaign for Brazil, Vinícius is planning a grand celebration to shift focus from the recent setback. After turning 24 in Ibiza last Friday, the Real Madrid star is set to continue the festivities with an extravagant birthday event. Vinícius, who excelled with two goals in the semi-final first leg against Bayern Munich, solidified his reputation as one of the competition’s most reliable forwards. According to an exclusive report from Brazilian outlet…
According to a recent report, Arsenal have agreed to pay £86 million for a highly sought-after striker. As the North London club nears their first signing of the summer, Riccardo Calafiori, they are now focusing on other targets, including Mikel Merino, who is also attracting interest from Barcelona and Aston Villa. Arsenal are also in the market for a striker, and it has emerged that they are close to finalizing an £86 million deal for Viktor Gyokeres. Portuguese outlet Leonino, via The Standard, reports that Arsenal have agreed to pay Sporting £86 million for Gyokeres, who has been described as…
Enzo Fernandez has issued an apology following the posting of a social media video showing the Argentine squad chanting a racially offensive song about the French team. Argentina, fresh off their 1-0 victory over Colombia in the Copa America final on Sunday, celebrated their back-to-back triumphs, having also won the World Cup in Qatar in 2022. In their exuberance, the team sang a song with derogatory references to the French squad, which included remarks about the African heritage of several French players. The song made inappropriate references to the players’ backgrounds, including lines about their African heritage despite representing France.…