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Liverpool enjoyed a memorable 2024/25 season, which saw them win the Premier League title, amassing 84 points, 10 more than their nearest rivals Arsenal.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Futbol Times / June 30

Xabi Alonso committed to repeat his Salzburg tactical scheme for the game against Juventus

Real Madrid are having a good start to life under their new coach, Xabi Alonso, and have already made their way into the knock-out stages of the FIFA Club World Cup after finishing at the top of their group.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Extratime Talk / June 29

Is Jamie Gittens the Key To Transforming Chelsea’s Attacking Frontline?

Chelsea have long been linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens. The Blues have seen multiple transfer fees (£34m and £42m) turned down by the German club as they are looking at a price in the region of £55m.

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Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / June 27

Atletico Madrid ‘warned off’ signing key defensive target

Diego Simeone is ready to launch a summer squad rebuild following Atletico Madrid’s FIFA Club World Cup exit. Los Rojiblancos were dumped out in the group stages following a poor showing in the USA earlier this month.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Liverpool Confirms Transfer Fee As Klopp Eyes Harvey Elliott Reunion

Liverpool looks to prepare for departures this summer after confirming signings like Milos Kerkez, Florian Wirtz, and Jeremie Frimpong. The current Premier League champions are reportedly planning to sell players to bring in more signings, and one of them is Harvey Elliott.

Soccer News / Total Apex Sports / June 26

Liverpool To Battle Arsenal For Viktor Gyokeres

As Liverpool’s aggressive summer rebuild continues to unfold, the Reds are eyeing a late move for one of Europe’s most lethal strikers, Viktor Gyokeres.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / June 26

‘Advanced Stage’: Nottingham Forest Close In On Juventus Double Deal

Nottingham Forest’s move for Juventus duo Timothy Weah and Samuel Mbangula has reached an “advanced stage” according to Sky Sports. The Tricky Trees are

Marc Guehi News / Extratime Talk / June 25

Securing Marc Guehi Will Be a Big Success for Liverpool

24-year-old Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi is likely to join Premier League champions, Liverpool, as the Reds seem to be certain of securing yet another important signing.

Anthony Elanga News / Total Apex Sports / June 25

Newcastle’s £45 Million Anthony Elanga Gamble Rejected

According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, the Magpies submitted a formal bid in the region of £45 million to sign Nottingham Forest Winger Anthony Elanga.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / June 24

Long-serving Real Madrid coach demoted by Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid have started a new era this summer with Xabi Alonso’s arrival, and as part of this, one of Carlo Ancelotti’s former staffers has seen his responsibilities stripped back.

Florian Wirtz News / Total Apex Sports / June 23

3 Reasons Liverpool Overpaid For Wirtz

Liverpool fans woke up to dream news this summer. The club had signed Florian Wirtz, arguably Germany’s brightest footballing prospect, in what was a record-breaking deal.

Bayer Leverkusen News / The Cult of Calcio / June 23

Milan Zeroing In On Two Options to Shore Up Midfield

Milan have identified Granit Xhaka and Javi Guerra as the next two pieces to bolster their midfield after securing Luka Modric. They have come to terms with the former on a three-year contract with €4M wages, Calciomercato relays.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / June 22

Fabrizio Romano Reveals ‘Genius’ Clause Which Liverpool Negotiated Into Huge Player Sale

Liverpool have started the summer transfer window off strong, already signing two big players as they are set to sign at least one more very soon. The board seem keen to reward new manager Arne Slot with big investment, though this will of course lead to much lower profit margins.

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / June 22

'He has a lot of good ideas' – Dean Huijsen expresses delight at working with Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid

Real Madrid have started a new era this summer, with Xabi Alonso now installed as the club’s newest head coach. And another addition to the first team has been Dean Huijsen, who arrived earlier this month from Premier League side AFC Bournemouth.

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Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / June 22

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso outlines plans for Trent Alexander-Arnold, Arda Guler and Aurelien Tchouameni

Real Madrid are in the early stages of a new era under Xabi Alonso, and several players are being focused on by the ex-Bayer Leverkusen head coach. And he has now spoken on some of them.

Bayer Leverkusen News / ESPN / June 21

Frimpong: Wirtz makes Liverpool move 'extra fun'

Jeremie Frimpong has told ESPN the arrival of Florian Wirtz, his former Bayer Leverkusen teammate, at Liverpool has made his move "extra fun."

Florian Wirtz News / ESPN / June 21

Ranking the Premier League's £100m transfers after Wirtz

The Premier League has now had five transfers over £100m with Florian Wirtz moving to Liverpool, but how have the previous four turned out?

Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 20

Bayern Munich edge Boca Juniors, advance in Club World Cup

Michael Olise's 84th-minute goal was enough to give Bayern Munich a 2-1 win over Boca Juniors on Friday in Miami Gardens, Fla., as the reigning German champions clinched a spot in the knockout phase of the Club World Cup.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Liverpool Signing Florian Wirtz Shares 'Exciting' Stat with Mohamed Salah

Liverpool has announced the signing of Florian Wirtz, an announcement that many Liverpool fans have been waiting for the past few weeks. The signing of Wirtz is exciting for Liverpool fans, as the German attacking midfielder is a highly saught-after player in world soccer.

Florian Wirtz News / Soccer on ClutchPoints / June 20

Florian Wirtz drops eye-opening admission after joining Liverpool

Liverpool has officially secured the signature of German international Florian Wirtz, who is undoubtedly one of the most talented young players in the world.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / June 20

Real Madrid reactivate left-back option as Alvaro Carreras deal fails to progress

Real Madrid had very much intended to be starting the Club World Cup with three new signings in the their back four. Their activity has been limited to the additions Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen, but the idea was that a left-back would arrive too.

Jarell Quansah News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Social Media Calls Jarell Quansah Transfer A Money Laundering Scheme

Social media platforms, particularly X, are buzzing with speculation surrounding the potential transfer of Liverpool defender Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen for a fee just north of $46 million.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / June 19

‘Active Negotiations Ongoing’ as ‘Controversial’ Liverpool Player Has ‘Opened Doors’ to Exit

Liverpool have had a very successful first season under Arne Slot, winning the Premier League title by an impressive ten-point margin. Many players shone, including the likes of Ryan Gravenberch who struggled under former boss Jurgen Klopp.

Luka Modric News / The Cult of Calcio / June 16

Milan to Wait for Modric, Search For More Midfield Help

Luka Modric has committed to joining Milan, but he’ll put pen to paper only after the FIFA Club World Cup, which he’ll play with Real Madrid. The Rossoneri won’t stop there to replenish their midfield, which has lost Tijjani Reijnders, Alfredo Pedullà informs.