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
Juventus has been keeping a close eye on the talent coming out of North America, with particular interest in players such as Jonathan David from Lille and the USMNT duo Ricardo Pepi and Malik Tillman. David, whose contract with Lille ends in the summer of 2025, has caught the attention of other European giants such
Valencia forward Rafa Mir found himself embroiled in a serious legal matter when he was arrested on Sunday following allegations of sexual assault made by two women against him and another footballer, Pablo Jara. The women claimed that they had encountered Mir and Jara at a nightclub, and later accompanied them to Mir’s residence, where
Real Madrid are reportedly considering the departure of winger Vinícius Júnior, despite his young age of 24. The club is confident in their ability to succeed without him, especially after the signing of Kylian Mbappé. One potential successor that has caught their eye is Athletic Club winger Nico Williams. He impressed during the European Championship
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
As we enter a new weekend of international football, the focus shifts to the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, UEFA Nations League matches, and international friendlies. With various storylines and talking points emerging, let’s dive into the latest developments in the soccer world. Canada’s men’s national team has been making waves in the soccer world, with