DFB denies internal rift over Neuer’s World Cup recall
The German Football Association has rejected claims of dressing room unrest surrounding Manuel Neuer’s return, insisting the squad stands united behind Julian Nagelsmann’s decision.
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Former Chelsea chairman Ken Bates dies aged 94
Ken Bates, who transformed Chelsea Football Club during a 21-year tenure that began with a £1 purchase and ended with a £140m sale to Roman Abramovich, has died aged 94.
South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams dies aged 25
South African midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25. The Mamelodi Sundowns player, who recently represented Bafana Bafana at the 2026 World Cup, was found dead in Cape Town.
Napoli Nearing Exequiel Zeballos Deal After Agent Meeting
Napoli are closing in on the signing of Boca Juniors winger Exequiel Zeballos after the player’s agent met with director Giovanni Manna in Naples. The Argentine has agreed a four-year contract worth €1.3 million per season, though the clubs are yet to finalise the transfer fee.
Toulouse in talks for Basel midfielder Bacanin after Siltanen move stalls
Toulouse FC have opened negotiations with FC Basel over a move for 19-year-old midfielder Andrej Bacanin after failing to agree a fee for Matias Siltanen.
Juventus weigh midfield options as Palhinha and Matic emerge on radar
Juventus are monitoring Bayern Munich’s Palhinha and have been offered Sassuolo’s Nemanja Matic, though the club remains focused on signing a goalkeeper and striker first.
Tchouaméni signs Real Madrid contract extension until 2031 with Mourinho’s backing
France midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni has committed his future to Real Madrid until 2031. The new head coach José Mourinho reportedly played a key role in securing the deal.
Martin Adeline nears €6m Hamburg switch from promoted Troyes
French midfielder Martin Adeline is on the verge of joining Hamburg from ESTAC Troyes. The 22-year-old contributed 11 goals and 11 assists last season as Troyes secured promotion to Ligue 1.
PSG agree terms with Ferran Torres but Barcelona move hinges on Barcola exit
Paris Saint-Germain have reached an agreement in principle with Barcelona forward Ferran Torres, though the deal depends on Bradley Barcola departing the Ligue 1 champions.
Hoffenheim confirm Tabakovic departure for RB Salzburg
Hoffenheim have announced that forward Haris Tabakovic has left the club to join RB Salzburg on a permanent deal following a successful loan spell at Borussia Mönchengladbach.