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Transfer rumors, news: Barça, Madrid to fight Bayern for Tah

Bayern Munich have started concrete negotiations with Bayer Leverkusen center back Jonathan Tah, while Leroy Sané can imagine a move to LaLiga with his future uncertain. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January grades – Liverpool boss Slot ‘disappointed’ by Alexander-Arnold exit – Alonso to leave Leverkusen, Madrid beckons – Arteta…

Clásico kits: Barcelona, Real Madrid’s all-time best, worst jerseys

El Clásico is not just a clash between two bitter rivals — LaLiga giants Barcelona and Real Madrid — but also a fixture involving two of the world’s most immediately recognizable teams. Barcelona’s iconic Blaugrana (blue and red) striped jerseys provide a striking contrast to Real Madrid’s all-white kit whenever they meet on the pitch — like they will on Sunday in a match that will play a decisive role…

Beckham, Neville complete Salford City takeover

Salford City have been acquired by a new ownership group led by former England internationals David Beckham and Gary Neville, who were already investors in the club, the League Two side announced on Thursday. The ownership group also includes U.S.-based businessman Declan Kelly and Mervyn Davies, the chairman of Britain’s Lawn Tennis Association. Salford said the acquisition includes a commitment to invest in the club, team and their facilities. Beckham…

Wenger eyes ‘daylight’ offside law ‘in one year’

Arsene Wenger, FIFA’s chief of global football development, has suggested a change to the offside law, giving greater advantage to the attacking team, could be rubberstamped in a year. The former Arsenal manager first proposed changing to a “daylight” offside law five years ago, when he took up the role with FIFA. Rather than an attacker needing to be level or behind the second-last opposition player, the idea is they…

Trump: World Cup ‘incentive’ for Russia to end war

President Donald Trump has said that the opportunity to compete at football’s 2026 World Cup could be an “incentive” for Russia to end the war with Ukraine. Russian national teams have been banned from international competitions by both FIFA and UEFA since 2022, days after the country’s invasion of Ukraine. Qualification for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico began in 2023, with 45 spots up…

Brazil want to decide new coach next week – chief

The Brazil Football Confederation (CBF) expect to name their new men’s national team coach by the end of next week “at the latest.” The CBF have been looking for a new manager since they sacked Dorival Júnior on March 28. “We know that choosing the coach of the Brazilian national team is a matter of national importance and carries enormous responsibility, but we intend to make a decision by the…

León out of CWC, spot open for LAFC or América

Los Angeles FC and Liga MX side América will face off on May 31 at LAFC’s BMO Stadium for the right to replace Club León at the 32-team Club World Cup to be held in the United States next month, a source confirmed to ESPN. Mexican side León finally lost its legal match against FIFA on Tuesday, officially being ruled out of the Club World Cup over FIFA’s multi-club ownership…

How will Liverpool move on from Alexander-Arnold, as Real Madrid move nears?

LIVERPOOL, England — As Trent Alexander-Arnold held his arms aloft and soaked up the ovation from the Anfield crowd after his Liverpool side had clinched the Premier League title with a 5-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur last Sunday, a jubilant Kop crowed: “He’s Alexander-Arnold, the Scouser in our team.” It has been a familiar refrain on Merseyside since the 26-year-old right back made his first-team debut in 2016, underscoring his…

Transfer rumors, news: Madrid in talks with Arsenal star Saliba

Arsenal and Manchester City are keeping tabs on Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, while Manchester United will battle Newcastle United for Bryan Mbeumo’s signature. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January grades – Alexander-Arnold to leave Liverpool on free transfer – Solskjaer slams McTominay transfer: ‘[It] is beyond me’ – Ancelotti’s Real…

Man United ratings: Garnacho, Amad bright sparks; young stars struggle

Manchester United suffered a third Premier League away defeat in four matches on Sunday as they lost 4-3 to Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium. It was almost a nightmare start for the Red Devils when Luke Shaw headed a ball narrowly past his own goal following a lack of communication with goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, who endured a shaky start before settling into the match. The visitors took the lead…