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Mikel Arteta gives a fitness update on three Arsenal stars

Kai Havertz, Riccardo Calafiori and Jorginho are all currently sidelined with injuries, and their availability for Arsenal’s upcoming fixture remains uncertain.

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Real Madrid unsure over Xabi Alonso’s Club World Cup deadline

Real Madrid are prioritising a move to have Xabi Alonso in place as their new head coach at the start of June. Los Blancos are already in talks with the Basque coach’s representatives over taking charge back in Madrid as Carlo Ancelotti edges closer to an exit.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / May 2

Chelsea Emerge as Frontrunners to Sign £50M-Rated Liverpool, PSG Target This Summer

The latest information on Huijsen comes from The Athletic’s James Pearce, whose reporting reveals that Liverpool currently regard Chelsea as the front-runner for the Spanish standout for a potential summer switch.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / May 2

Real Madrid eye former star as cut-price option in 2025 transfer window

Changes are expected at Real Madrid this summer with new faces on course to arrive in the Spanish capital. Carlo Ancelotti remains likely to move on, with the Italian under huge pressure, alongside ongoing links to the Brazil national team job.

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'English Premier League champions since 1992-93' quiz

How many of the clubs to finish top of the English Premier League table since the 1992-93 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'UEFA Europa League champions' quiz

The 'Ballon d'Or winners' quiz

The 'UEFA Champions League all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Soccer News / Football Espana / May 2

Outgoing La Liga boss not considering offer from Portuguese giants

Real Sociedad boss Imanol Alguacil will leave the club at the end of 2024/25 season with B team head coach Sergio Francisco stepping up. La Real have opted for a change after Alguacil’s charges were knocked out of the UEFA Europa League and lost out to Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi finals.

AS Roma News / Football Italia / May 2

Dele Alli must wait for new Como chance as Fabregas mentions Barcelona defence

Cesc Fabregas insists that Dele Alli needs to ‘keep working’ before being given a new chance at Como and discusses his team’s defensive approach: ‘We can’t do what Barcelona are doing.’ The Spanish coach held a press conference on Friday on the eve of a Serie A match against Parma.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / May 2

3.1 tackles per game: Tottenham want to sign Liverpool target who 'never gets tired'

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Genoa midfielder Morten Frendrup at the end of the season. The 24-year-old has been excellent for the Italian club, and his performances have attracted the attention of Liverpool and Aston Villa as well.

LA Galaxy News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest MLS players of all time

It's not easy picking the 25 best players in the storied history of Major League Soccer. But, here we go. Listed in alphabetical order.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / May 2

Mo Salah will be fuming with the squad news coming out of Liverpool on Friday afternoon

Mo Salah is a Premier League champion once again but we all know that he won’t be content with just that from this season. Such are the exceptionally high standards of our Egyptian King, he will firmly have more goal scoring and assist providing records in his sights.

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / May 2

'The beauty'- Tottenham star lauded for stopping Bodo/Glimt in their tracks in North London

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma faces an increasingly uncertain future at the club. The Mali international has struggled for form this season and has slipped down the pecking order under Ange Postecoglou.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / May 2

Real Madrid handed shock boost in Florian Wirtz transfer race

Real Madrid could be given an unexpected helping hand by Bayer Leverkusen in the summer transfer race for Florian Wirtz. The two clubs are expecting plenty of crossover in the coming weeks as Real Madrid plan for the 2025/26 season.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / May 2

Tottenham face anxious wait as midfield star suffers ankle injury vs Bodo/Glimt

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall has experienced a whirlwind of emotions this week, capping it off by signing a new six-year deal at N17. The Sweden international has been one of the standout performers for Spurs this season, and his impressive displays have rightly earned him a long-term contract.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / May 2

Tottenham looking to bring 24-year-old 'great player' back to the Premier League

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for Eric Garcia from Barcelona at the end of the season. The 24-year-old utility man has been linked with the move away from the Spanish club, but they are looking to tie him down to a new deal.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / May 2

Mikel Arteta gives an update on Saliba’s future as Real Madrid circles

Mikel Arteta has provided an update regarding William Saliba’s future amid persistent links between the Arsenal defender and Real Madrid. Saliba has been in outstanding form throughout the season and is widely regarded as one of the top central defenders in world football.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / May 2

Postecoglou lavishes praise on ‘organized and disciplined’ Tottenham defence vs Bodo/Glimt

Tottenham Hotspur have endured a disastrous domestic campaign under Ange Postecoglou, with little to show for their efforts in the Premier League or domestic cups.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / May 2

Arsenal has decided to make another approach for Premier League star

Arsenal submitted an offer for Ollie Watkins during the January transfer window, but Aston Villa rejected the approach, which had been branded a disgrace.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / May 2

Glenn Hoddle predicts how Tottenham can kill Europa League tie away to ‘different’ Bodo/Glimt

Tottenham Hotspur welcomed Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the first leg of their Europa League semi-final tie on Thursday evening.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / May 2

Minnesota United, Austin FC set for key clash

Minnesota United and short-handed Austin FC will look to continue their successful starts to the season when they meet Saturday night in a Western Conference match in Austin, Texas.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / May 2

Arne Slot provides squad selection hint for closing games of the season

Liverpool are the Premier League champions and we’ve been so impressive this season that Arne Slot has no pressure on him for the closing four games of the campaign.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / May 2

'Strong option' – Man Utd told to pursue experienced striker with best goal ratio in Europe

Manchester United would do good to sign experienced Bayer Leverkusen attacker Patrick Schick, as one pundit argues. The Reds are reportedly on the verge of securing an agreement with Matheus Cunha on personal terms.

Soccer News / Stretty News / May 2

‘Really exciting’ wonderkid set for Man Utd senior debut after Amorim admission

Jaydan Kamason could become the latest Manchester United teenager to make his debut with the first team. The youngster could get the nod this Sunday against Brentford.

RB Leipzig News / Field Level Media / May 2

Inter Miami attempts rebound, Red Bulls chase road breakthrough

Losing is unfamiliar to Inter Miami over the past year. But after starting the 2025 MLS season on an eight-match unbeaten run (5-0-3), the Florida side has lost three straight across all competitions and will look to get back on track when it hosts the New York Red Bulls on Saturday night.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / May 2

This season’s top five Premier League underachievers

Who have been the Premier League’s top five underachievers this term?

PSG defy recent form with impressive Champions League win over Arsenal

Harry Kane could win first major trophy in his own classic style

The 'Premier League clean-sheet leaders' quiz

Crystal Palace News / Field Level Media / May 2

Inspired Charlotte FC bid to bounce back vs. surging Crew

Charlotte FC will look to start a new winning streak on Saturday night when they travel to Columbus, Ohio, to play the surging Crew. Even though Charlotte

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / May 2

Manchester City cannot afford to look past Wolves despite having the FA Cup final on the horizon

Manchester City qualified for their third consecutive FA Cup final with their 2-nil win over Nottingham Forest last weekend. They will take on Crystal Palace at Wembley on May 17.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / May 2

Manchester City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers: Latest City injury news and predicted City starting lineup

Manchester City take on Wolverhampton Wanderers tonight at the Etihad Stadium. Following Nottingham Forest’s 2-nil defeat to Brentford last night tonight’s Premier League fixture is an opportunity for Pep Guardiola’s side to solidify themselves the Champions League spots for next season.