Aston Villa have completed the signing of Senegal international Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain on a permanent transfer, with the highly rated teenager becoming the latest major addition to Unai Emery’s squad. The transfer has been confirmed by both clubs, bringing an end to Mbaye’s eight-year association with PSG, where he joined the academy at
Cody Gakpo is set to remain at Liverpool after Manchester City’s late attempt to sign the Netherlands international collapsed, with the Premier League champions rejecting an offer worth £75 million plus £5 million in add-ons. According to David Ornstein, direct communication between all parties has confirmed that City’s pursuit of the Liverpool forward is now
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has described Lionel Messi as “the best in the world” while reacting to the Argentine superstar’s decision to retire from international football. Flick said Messi produced a “spectacular World Cup” for Argentina and admitted he was saddened by the announcement, although he accepted that the decision was ultimately part of
Lionel Messi has officially closed the Argentina chapter of his illustrious career, announcing his retirement from international football less than two months after leading the Albiceleste to the 2026 World Cup final. The 39-year-old confirmed his decision Monday in an emotional message to supporters, ending more than two decades of representing Argentina at senior level.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has dismissed suggestions that the Premier League club enjoys a close relationship with Chelsea, insisting that the increasingly busy transfer traffic between the two sides is driven by business rather than friendship. Emery made the remarks after Emiliano Martínez completed his £7.5 million move from Aston Villa to Chelsea, becoming
Juventus have reached an agreement with Tottenham Hotspur for Senegal international midfielder Pape Matar Sarr, with the transfer set to be structured initially as a loan with a conditional obligation to buy. The reported agreement would see the overall package reach around €30 million, with the final permanent transfer dependent on the agreed conditions. Sarr has
Nigerian defender Akpe Victory produced a standout performance for FC Basel, scoring his first goal for the Swiss club and providing an assist as Basel fought back from two goals down to draw 3-3 away to BSC Young Boys in the Swiss Super League. Young Boys raced into a 2-0 lead through Joel Monteiro and
Al Hilal are closing in on the signing of Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli, with the Brazilian given permission to travel to Saudi Arabia as the final stages of a deal worth more than €65 million are completed. The proposed transfer has advanced significantly in recent days. Reports from multiple outlets indicate that Arsenal and Al
Manchester City have intensified their pursuit of Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo, with reports indicating that the Premier League champions are prepared to make a major move for the Netherlands international before the transfer window closes. The latest reports suggest City have made a substantial offer for the 27-year-old, with the figure being reported at around
Rafiu Durosinmi continued his remarkable start to the Belgian Pro League season on Friday, scoring from the penalty spot as KRC Genk swept aside SK Beveren 4-0 at the Cegeka Arena. The Nigerian striker opened the scoring in the ninth minute from the spot, setting Genk on their way to a dominant victory and extending