On Friday, Bayern Munich insider Christian Falk wrote in his latest column the current situation regarding Simons. “It’s all calmed down at the moment with Christopher Nkunku and Xavi Simons,” Falk wrote.
Over the next few months, many will be asked who should win the award, and obviously, players on Barcelona and PSG will want to see their teammate lift the honor.
Journalist Abdellah Boulma reported Friday that Liverpool are still in talks with Konaté over a contract extension. While no deal is finalized yet, the French defender is happy at the club and wants to stay.
Journalist Marc Mechenoua reports that Manchester United have inquired about Donnarumma’s situation with PSG. However, unless there is a significant clear-out, the Red Devils will unlikely pursue this matter further.
Champions League winner Paris Saint-Germain were fined almost €150,000 ($171,000) on Thursday for misconduct by fans at the final including taking pieces of turf and displaying a "UEFA Mafia" banner.
Foot Mercato reported Thursday that Tottenham are still aiming to bolster their attack and have already identified Kolo Muani as a target. More importantly, they’re prepared to offer PSG a straight transfer deal, something that the Parisian club would welcome.
CaughtOffside reported Wednesday, citing sources, that Son Heung-min is getting closer to a stunning move to Major League Soccer, with LAFC in advanced talks to sign the Tottenham star.
RMC Sport’s Fabrice Hawkins reports that the Zabarnyi deal is progressing, as PSG’s latest offer to Bournemouth—including proposed bonuses—has reduced the gap between the two clubs to less than €5 million.
According to Corriere dello Sport, Manchester United have emerged as the favorites to sign Donnarumma. Talks have occurred recently between the goalkeeper’s representatives and the club.
At PSG, situations like this have often become a real headache. Having two top-level goalkeepers share the spotlight has rarely worked out, as seen in the past with Alphonse Areola and Keylor Navas, or later with Navas and Donnarumma.
TBR Football reports that Leicester City’s Bilal El Khannouss has now emerged as a significant target. The report claims that El Khannouss could be available for around £25 million (€29 million / $33 million), though it’s also been rumored the Morocco international has a £22.5 million relegation release clause in his contract.
There are plenty of juicy storylines between these two familiar foes. Here are the biggest ones as they prepare for their fourth official All-Star meeting.
Chelsea FC beat Paris Saint-Germain, 3-0, to take home the 2025 Club World Cup. It's Chelsea's second straight international tournament victory this season after winning the UEFA Conference League in May.
On Sunday, France's Paris Saint-Germain and England's Chelsea will play for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup title. The winner, having vanquished top teams from other FIFA regions, will be crowned the world's greatest club soccer team.