Recent reports suggesting a power battle at Chelsea FC have been debunked, with sources close to the club’s majority shareholder Clearlake Capital confirming that they are not interested in selling their stake. Despite rumors of a potential buyout among the club’s prominent shareholders, Clearlake remains focused on providing long-term stability at Stamford Bridge. With a
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The recent £40 million transfer of Max Kilman from Wolverhampton Wanderers to West Ham United has not only made headlines in the Premier League but has also highlighted the significant impact future transfer clauses can have on smaller clubs. Maidenhead United, a non-league side, inserted a clause in Kilman’s contract when he moved to Wolves
Jürgen Klopp, the former manager of Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool, made a surprise return to management on Saturday for a testimonial game honoring former Dortmund players Lukasz Piszczek and Jakub Blaszczykowski. This unexpected appearance by Klopp delighted fans of the club, who remembered his successful tenure at Dortmund between 2008 and 2015. The testimonial game
During the legends game between Manchester United and Celtic at Old Trafford, Wayne Rooney showed that he still possesses his magical touch by scoring a brilliant free kick. The goal came after a foul on Darren Fletcher by Joe Ledley, giving Rooney the opportunity to showcase his skills. The right-footed free kick from Rooney flew
United States women’s national team head coach Emma Hayes recently spoke out about the lack of opportunities for women managers in men’s football. Despite her success in the women’s game, Hayes believes that there is still a long way to go before women are given a fair chance to lead men’s teams. Hayes highlighted the
Conor Gallagher, the ex-Chelsea midfielder, recently shared his positive reflections on his time at the club. Despite his turbulent departure during the summer transfer window, Gallagher expressed gratitude towards Chelsea. He mentioned that he only has good things to say about his boyhood club and that he leaves with special memories. Gallagher’s decision to sign
Upon his return to Manchester City after being left out of England’s Euro 2024 squad, Jack Grealish received a message from Pep Guardiola that emphasized the need for self-improvement. Guardiola’s approach to turning disappointment into motivation highlights his belief in Grealish’s potential to excel despite setbacks. Grealish has faced similar challenges in the past, such
Manchester City midfielder and Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne recently spoke out about the overwhelming influence of money in football governing bodies such as FIFA and UEFA. De Bruyne expressed worries about the detrimental effects of a congested calendar on the health and performance of players. The expansion of all three European club competitions to
Galatasaray, the Turkish side, is reportedly interested in acquiring Manchester United midfielder Casemiro. The club is actively looking to bolster their midfield options and have identified the Brazilian as a potential target for the upcoming season. Casemiro’s future at Old Trafford seems to be hanging in the balance following his disappointing performance in a recent
Chelsea recently sold two hotels to a sister company for £76.5 million, a move that has been cleared by the Premier League. This transaction was crucial for Chelsea to comply with the division’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR). The sale of the Millennium and Copthorne hotels helped offset the club’s reported loss in the 2022-23