Serhou Guirassy’s €40m Dortmund release clause expires without activation
Borussia Dortmund now hold complete control over Serhou Guirassy’s future after the striker’s €40 million release clause expired without activation by Europe’s elite clubs.
Bayern Munich inquire about Augsburg defender Chrislain Matsima
Bayern Munich have made initial enquiries regarding FC Augsburg centre-back Chrislain Matsima, though any potential move depends on the future of defender Min-jae Kim.
Yannik Engelhardt close to SC Freiburg move despite €10m Club Brugge bid
Yannik Engelhardt is reportedly set to join SC Freiburg, with Gianluca Di Marzio claiming the deal is already complete. The Bundesliga side have prevailed over Club Brugge despite offering €8m to the Belgians’ €10m.
Zidane set to sign France contract by July 21st
Zinédine Zidane is poised to become France manager with the FFF targeting a July 21st signature date, RMC Sport reports. The former Real Madrid boss plans a 25-member staff with increased female representation.
Monheim council blocks Bayer Leverkusen youth academy after decade of planning
Bayer Leverkusen’s decade-long plan to build a youth academy in Monheim has been rejected by the city council. Chairman Fernando Carro called the vote a “huge disappointment” but vowed the club would remain persistent.
Frankfurt agree €12m deal for Bayern Munich’s Noël Aséko
Eintracht Frankfurt have reached an agreement with Bayern Munich to sign German youth international Noël Aséko for approximately €12 million.
Palhinha rejects Saudi offer with Benfica move in balance
João Palhinha has reportedly rejected a lucrative approach from Saudi Arabia to prioritise family proximity and European competition, though his potential return to Benfica hinges on Bayern Munich lowering their €25 million valuation.
Heidenheim sign goalkeeper Thomas Dähne on free transfer until 2028
Thomas Dähne has joined Heidenheim on a free transfer, with the 32-year-old signing a contract until June 2028 following the expiry of his deal with TSV 1860 Munich.
Photographer recounts gun drama during Jairzinho portrait in Rio favela
Michael Donald has described the moment an armed resident confronted his crew while photographing Brazil legend Jairzinho in a Rio de Janeiro favela, where the 1970 World Cup winner now runs a football school.
German court orders FIFA to disclose World Cup ticket seller identities
A Frankfurt court has issued an injunction against FIFA demanding transparency in secondary ticket sales, though the ruling applies only in Germany and will not affect the current tournament.