RB Leipzig sign Maxime Estève from Burnley in €25m deal
French defender Maxime Estève has completed a permanent transfer to RB Leipzig from Burnley for a reported fee of €25 million, signing a contract until 2031.
Former Concacaf executive Brennan publishes corruption exposé ‘Fixing Football’
Mel Brennan, who served as a confidential source for investigators probing football corruption, has published a memoir detailing his time at Concacaf during the scandal-hit reigns of Jack Warner and Chuck Blazer.
Wenger criticises US pay-to-play model and urges academy overhaul
FIFA development chief Arsène Wenger has criticised the United States’ “pay-to-play” youth model, warning that high fees exclude talented players from poor backgrounds. Speaking in Georgia, he urged US Soccer to build a consistent, accessible academy system.
Infantino secures over 200 endorsements for fourth FIFA term despite controversies
Gianni Infantino has received formal backing from more than 200 countries for re-election as FIFA president, though the Balogun scandal and UEFA opposition have caused unrest among European associations.
Canberra United saved as Australian Sports Group takes licence
Australian Sports Group has secured Canberra United’s future, taking over the A-League Women licence with an exclusive option to add a men’s team for the 2028/29 season.
Milan offered Man City’s Foden as potential Leão replacement
Phil Foden has been proposed to AC Milan as a possible successor to Rafael Leão, with Manchester City seeking €50-60 million for the England midfielder. The operation remains hypothetical and depends on Leão’s departure and City securing Enzo Fernández.
Paris FC boss Rosenior determined to retain Kebbal amid Coventry interest
Paris FC manager Liam Rosenior has declared his intention to keep Algerian forward Ilan Kebbal despite reported interest from Premier League newcomers Coventry City.
RB Leipzig set €30-35m price for Arthur Vermeeren amid Beşiktaş interest
RB Leipzig are willing to sell Arthur Vermeeren this summer for between €30 million and €35 million. Beşiktaş are interested but hope to secure an initial loan deal.
Isak Jansson linked with EFL Championship move one year after €10m Nice transfer
Swedish forward Isak Jansson could leave OGC Nice just twelve months after joining, with an unnamed EFL Championship club considering a concrete approach.
Benitez considers Palace contract termination for OGC Nice return
Argentine goalkeeper Walter Benitez could terminate his Crystal Palace contract to force a return to OGC Nice, where former club president Jean-Pierre Rivere confirms he is determined to head back.