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Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma revealed his final decision on his future amid Manchester United & Bayern Munich transfer links.

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• Donnarumma has a year left on his contract
• Man Utd & Bayern were vying for his services
• Italian opened up on his future with the Parisians

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  PSG’s firm stance on salary structures has reportedly hindered negotiations for an extension, with the 25-year-old currently commanding a wage of €10 million per year. With only a year left on his current deal, the Parisians are understood to be open to letting him go for a reduced fee of €40 million (£34m/$46m) rather than risk losing him for nothing in the summer of 2026.

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  WHAT DONNARUMMA SAID

  Speaking after Italy’s 2-0 victory over Moldova in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Monday, Donnarumma offered a clear statement of intent. Asked about his plans with just 12 months remaining on his PSG contract, the goalkeeper made his priorities unmistakably clear.

  "My priority is to stay at PSG. I believe there won’t be any issues in the negotiations," he told

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  United, in search of a consistent presence between the posts, have kept tabs on Donnarumma. Bayern, too, are understood to be exploring options for a long-term replacement for Manuel Neuer. However, the 'keeper’s response has significantly cooled the heat around the ongoing rumours and has reassured PSG fans of his loyalty, at least for the near future.

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  Donnarumma’s agent, Enzo Raiola, has added further clarity to the situation by shutting down suggestions of a possible return to Italy.

  "For now, there are no open doors in Italy, and I don’t think it’s the right moment for a return," he said, addressing rumours linking his client with Inter. "He is happy at PSG. There are just some contractual details to be finalised, but I rule out any short-term move back to Italy for Donnarumma."

Leeds United have made an approach for an international midfielder who is enjoying a superb breakthrough season in the Turkish Super Lig, according to a new report.

Farke calls for calm after Portsmouth defeat

Leeds’ charge towards the Championship title and promotion to the Premier League hit a bump in the road at the weekend as they were beaten 1-0 by Portsmouth at Fratton Park.

Leeds dominated much of the game, but couldn’t make it count, with Portsmouth defending valiantly and Daniel Farke’s side spurning a number of chances, most notably Joel Piroe, who fired over when faced with an open goal early in the second half.

The Lilywhites were then made to pay when Colby Bishop capatilised on a mix-up at the back to prod home what proved to be the winner in the 61st minute.

The defeat, combined with Sheffield United’s 1-0 win over Preston North End, means Leeds’ points gap at the top of the Championship table has now been completely erased, with Farke’s side now leading only by goal difference.

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The Leeds United star was even worse than Brendan Aaronson against Portsmouth.

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Dan Emery

Mar 9, 2025

Speaking after the defeat, the German head coach called for calm, insisting that the race for the title “always goes to the wire”.

“If you want to finish in the top positions in this league you have to show consistency – the title is not won in February or March,” he said, via BBC Sport.

“You have to prove yourselves every single game, we have some difficult matches coming up and we don’t take anything for granted. I know we can be better and much more effective.”

Leeds make approach for Anthony Dennis

Though there are still plenty of games left this season, it seems Leeds are already preparing for next year – whether that be in the Championship or the Premier League. According to Africafoot, Leeds, alongside German side Stuttgart, are one of two clubs to have already made an approach for Nigerian midfield prodigy Anthony Junior Dennis, who has been enjoying a fine breakthrough season in Turkey with Göztepe.

The 20-year-old has been Göztepe’s standout player in their first season back in the Super Lig since 2021/22, helping put them firmly in contention for an unlikely top four finish and qualification for Europe next year.

In an interview with Africafoot, sources from the Elite Project Group, the agency that manages Dennis’ interests, said: “He is playing at the highest level this season, so it’s no surprise that Stuttgart and Leeds are interested. Both have made approaches this week about a possible transfer.”

The souces added, however, that “Gotzepe are reluctant” to accept any offers right now and are holding out for bids from elsewhere before making a decision. The Turkish club are understood to value Dennis, who has been touted as Wilfred Ndidi’s long-term successor for Nigeria, at around £4.2 million.

Manchester City are now ready to accept offers for a £300,000-per-week player, who has become unhappy with his role at the Etihad Stadium, according to a report.

Man City could lose a number of stars this summer

Although Man City are still in contention for the Champions League, there has been a serious drop-off this season, and their hopes of qualifying for Europe’s elite competition were dealt a blow in the 1-0 loss against Nottingham Forest last time out.

It could be very much the end of an era for Pep Guardiola’s side, with Kyle Walker already leaving on loan to AC Milan, while Kevin De Bruyne and İlkay Gündoğan are set to be out of contract at the end of the campaign, leaving doubt over their futures.

As such, Guardiola will be tasked with rebuilding his squad in the summer, and there could be some more departures, with a report claiming Bernardo Silva has agreed terms with Paris Saint-Germain, and now another player involved in the historic treble-winning 2022/23 campaign could be shown the exit door.

Man City send scouts to watch 21-year-old midfielder compared to Bellingham

He’s been superb this season when not injured.

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Barney Lane

Mar 10, 2025

According to Football Insider, Man City are now ready to accept offers for winger Jack Grealish, who moved to the Etihad Stadium for £100m back in 2021.

Grealish remains contracted until the summer of 2027, but he is said to be unhappy with his role in the squad, which could lead to a premature departure.

The Sky Blues have dropped their asking price for the winger, who they are now happy to let leave, and they are willing to accept a bid if their demands are met, although it is unclear what sort of fee they would be looking to receive.

Time up for Grealish at the Etihad

The 29-year-old will never be forgotten for the part he played in the treble-winning campaign, but it is probably best for all parties if he moves on this summer, given that he has fallen down the pecking order considerably this season.

The former Aston Villa man hasn’t started a Premier League match in the entirety of 2025, having been ineffectual whenever he was provided with opportunities in the team earlier in the campaign, picking up just one assist in 16 appearances.

Of course, on his day the £300k-per-week winger is still capable of conjuring up magic, scoring against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, while he also received high praise for some of his play in the 2-2 draw against Arsenal back in September.

However, Grealish has arguably become far too inconsistent to justify his £100m price tag and huge wages, so it is a wise decision for City to accept offers in the summer, as Guardiola looks to continue the rebuild required to turn his side back into title contenders.

Despite a massive salary on the table from Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal, Victor Osimhen remains unconvinced as Napoli turned down a massive bid.

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• Napoli reject Al-Hilal’s €70m offer for Osimhen.
• Striker not convinced by €26m salary proposal.
• Galatasaray remain interested after 37-goal season.

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  Napoli have rejected an initial offer from Al-Hilal for Osimhen, according to . The Saudi Pro League club submitted a €70 million (£59m/$76m) bid, which falls short of the Italian club’s valuation, believed to be the full €75m (£64m/$81m) release clause. Furthermore, Osimhen has not accepted the contract proposal from the Middle East, which is reported to be worth of €26m (£22m/$28m) per season plus bonuses.

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  The Nigerian's striker's future remains unresolved following a prolific season at Galatasaray, where he managed to hit at the back of the net 37 times across all competitions on loan from Napoli. Despite his form, Osimhen and potential suitors have not reached a complete agreement. After his outstanding performance, Galatasaray is also seeking to keep the striker and persuade him to remain permanently in Turkey.

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  Osimhen scored 37 goals and provided eight assists in 41 matches across the Super League, Turkish Cup, and Europa League for Galatasaray in the 2024-25 season. He lifted the Super Lig and the Turkish Cup while also being named as the Player of the Season.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR OSIMHEN?

  Osimhen is likely to return to Napoli at the end of his loan spell, with his contract with Serie A winners running until June 2026. However, it is being reported that Galatasaray are still working on an offer to bring him back for the 2025-26 season, either permanently or on another loan.

Whether it’s Diogo Jota, Darwin Nunez or Luis Diaz, Liverpool’s central striking position has lacked something crucial this season. Arne Slot, without a doubt, has been left wanting.

And so have the rest of Merseyside’s red half. Liverpool are heading toward the Premier League title, with only the most startling of collapses enough to foil the Reds – who need to win four of their remaining nine fixtures.

Curiously, Understat record Liverpool to have created the highest xG (expected goals) of any outfit in the English top flight this year (72.90), having also outstripped their divisional rivals considerably with actual goalscoring numbers (69 goals; Manchester City are second in the scoring charts with 55).

So what’s the issue with the attacking Red arrows, then? Chiefly, Mohamed Salah’s incredible campaign has seen him tally up a remarkable haul of 32 goals and 22 assists across all competitions, 27 and 17 in the Premier League alone.

The general wastefulness of Liverpool’s forwards will leave fissured memories, but this will no doubt be mitigated by the probable lifting of the league title.

Issues from the present term can be used as a springboard for future endeavours, but Liverpool do need a new number nine, someone who can emulate the club’s former greats – like Fernando Torres, for example.

Remembering Fernando Torres

Objectively speaking, Luis Suarez is the most talented striker Liverpool have ever yielded, certainly the most devastating in the modern era.

But there was just something about Torres. The Spaniard evokes the most dreamy memories: headband on, gliding run, fearsome striking ability. The movement. So silky and purposeful. He felt indestructible, unbeatable, at Anfield, and they loved him for it. Most still do.

Fans want that feeling again. Salah is one of the greatest forwards – if not the greatest – in Liverpool’s storied history, but he’s not a centre-forward. Even Roberto Firmino, so revered, so successful, was not really the free-scoring type.

Torres scored 81 goals and laid on 19 further assists across 142 matches in all competitions. His strike rate eclipsed all other clubs – and Spain – across his career. El Nino’s connection with the city was something different, and it would take a special striker to bring that back.

Nunez, cheerful and likeable and all the rest, can’t seem to shake his tactical maladies, can’t seem to find the rich vein needed to star as Liverpool’s star forward – and most expensive in history at that.

Liverpool need something new and better. In order to achieve that, landing someone to emulate the likes of Torres and Suarez, they may need to break the bank as never before.

Liverpool lining up the new Torres

Spanish sources have some interesting news regarding Alexander Isak. You may have heard of him. It’s claimed Newcastle United’s goalscoring general is interested in jumping ship this summer, with Liverpool leading the race.

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Barcelona are interested. Financial mess notwithstanding, there are few reasons why any elite-level player worth their salt shouldn’t prioritise a move to Catalonia, but Liverpool are some institution themselves, and Isak is only willing to hear Camp Nou’s proposal should the Reds opt against a bid. As the report states, the in-demand talent is ‘dreaming’ of playing at Anfield.

A bid, however, would be constituted by a £150m payment. This is an audacious sum; it would make Isak, 25, both Liverpool and the Premier League’s most expensive player in history.

But Liverpool’s coffers are full. There is money to spend. There are few better ways in football to spend £150m than on this Swedish sensation, truth be told.

Why Liverpool should sign Alexander Isak

A comprehensive reshuffle of a title-winning frontline would be a reckless gambit, but Nunez is expected to depart and perhaps Diaz will too. It would make sense to keep Jota on the books, experienced and – for the lion’s share of his Liverpool career – deadly in front of goal.

But Liverpool fans have been treated to Isak’s prowess on several occasions this term and it has only magnified the need for something new – him, preferably.

The cost would be steep; some would call it extreme. However, Isak is the best of the best, proclaimed to be “the best striker in the Premier League” by Sky Sports’ Jamie Carragher. Indeed, teammate Anthony Gordon admitted he could be the “best striker in Europe”.

Below, you can remind yourself of the Sweden star’s catalogue from 2023/24. You best believe there have been some new additions since last summer.

There’s little doubt he has what it takes to become a superstar on Merseyside, with the kind of completeness that Slot could make perfect use of.

Aged 24, Isak’s best days may well sit ahead of him too. He’s improved in seasonal increments since joining Newcastle from Real Sociedad in a club-record £63m deal almost three years ago.

Like Torres, the 6 foot 3 Isak made his name in Spain. The retired nine joined Liverpool from Atletico Madrid for about £20m in 2007. He was 23 and – like Isak at Sociedad – had demonstrated high-level qualities that had not yet been fully developed.

Isak hit 50 Premier League goals in just 76 appearances, taking marginally longer than Torres, who did it in 72. It’s not quite Erling Haaland (or Salah, for that matter), but it puts both at the highest table.

But there’s more. Isak’s stylistic approach offers shades of an in-prime Torres. The Magpies man ranks among the top 4% of strikers across Europe’s top five leagues over the past year for goals, the top 18% for assists, the top 9% for shot-creating actions and the top 8% for progressive carries per 90, as per FBref.

Both tall and agile players, both endowed with blistering speed and an innately easy manner in front of goal, there’s every reason FSG should throw the kitchen sink at St. James’ Park this summer.

You can see why Liverpool – and Barcelona and Arsenal and Manchester United and more – are all so keen on the maverick. Hardly just a goalscorer, Isak gets involved, works tirelessly and effectively. He’s the real deal, very much good enough to sit alongside the likes of Torres in Liverpool’s pantheon.

The Liverpool supporters are a firebrand lot, passionate for their team, its success. It’s a measure of Liverpool’s brilliance over the past decade that the anticipated triumph in the Premier League carries a slight air of ruefulness.

With Isak at the bow of the ship, there’s every chance Slot’s project can rise to the next level next season. With the spirit of Torres returned Liverpool may know no bounds.

He's like Isak: Liverpool plot move for "sensational" £55m Diaz upgrade

Liverpool are reportedly interested in the £55m star who is similar to Alexander Isak.

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Dan Emery

Mar 24, 2025

Tottenham have made a bid worth £70 million ($95m) for Brentford attacker Bryan Mbeumo as they aim to secure the winger ahead of Manchester United.

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• Spurs table huge bid for Mbeumo
• Beats United's offer
• Worth £65m plus £5m in add-ons

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  Per the Daily Mirror, Spurs have launched a £70m offer for Mbeumo, comprising a fee of £65m ($88m) and add-ons totalling £5m ($7m), meaning they have outstripped United's offer by £10m ($13.5m), although the player's preference is still understood to be a move to Old Trafford.

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  Spurs have appointed Thomas Frank as their new manager and he is said to be very keen on bringing Mbeumo with him from Brentford. United do hold an advantage in terms of their ability to offer Mbeumo higher wages, and he would earn around £200,000-per-week at Old Trafford, whereas it would be closer to £140,000-per-week at Spurs.

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  Mbeumo has a year left on his contract and Brentford do hold the option to extend it by a further year should they wish to; they are resigned, however, to his departure this summer.

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  WHAT NEXT?

  Spurs will hope to woo the Bees star into choosing them over United, as Daniel Levy aims to deliver a marquee signing for his new manager. Mbeumo scored 20 league goals last season, with only three players managing more: Mohamed Salah, Alexander Isak, and Erling Haaland.

Striker Liam Delap was snapped up by Chelsea but John Obi Mikel has claimed the club's fans wanted to sign Victor Osimhen instead.

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• Mikel disappointed by Osimhen failure
• Chelsea signed Delap instead
• Former midfielder backs youngster to succeed

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  Former Chelsea midfielder Mikel has claimed the club's fans were left disappointed by the decision to sign Delap instead of Osimhen. The young English striker made his Blues debut during the 2-0 victory over LAFC in the Club World Cup, that deal coming after years of transfer links with Osimhen, who led Napoli to the 2022-23 Serie A title and spent the past season scoring goals for fun while on loan with Galatasaray.

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  Delap arrived for a £30m transfer fee after scoring 12 Premier League goals for Ipswich. A handful of appearances for former club Manchester City aside, that was his first bit of exposure to top-flight football, whereas 26-year-old Osimhen was seen by some fans as the more reliable option thanks to his previous success in Italy, France and Turkey.

• WHAT MIKEL SAID

  Speaking during coverage of the victory over LAFC, Mikel said: "We need someone to come in, score goals and finish those chances. Obviously, he [Delap] isn't the guy the fans wanted. We know who the fans wanted. The fans wanted Victor Osimhen to come to the club but he didn't.

  "Obviously the club decided to go with Delap. He's young, he's gonna get better. Hopefully he hits the ground running and then he's gonna quieten those doubters. I wish him well, I hope he succeeds at this club. I think he can. The runs I saw today, running behind defenders, I think he can be the guy to finish those chances.

  "But, Nic Jackson, let's not forget, I still think he will be the main man. He just needs to work on his finishing. I still think he's gonna be the guy to start the season.

  "During the season, if he's not scoring then Delap gets his opportunity. Healthy competition is really important."

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  WHAT NEXT FOR CHELSEA?

  Delap set up Chelsea's second goal against LAFC and will hope his second-half cameo is enough to warrant a place in Enzo Maresca's starting XI when they take on Flamengo in their second Club World Cup game on Friday.

Barcelona starlet Lamine Yamal is dazzling the football world and Deco says he has the same “genius” quality as Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho.

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• Deco praises Yamal's vision and instinct
• Calls him a “genius” like Messi and Ronaldinho
• Barca sporting director highlights his Ballon d’Or potential

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  Barcelona sporting director Deco has spoken highly of Yamal in a recent interview while the teenage forward enjoys a vacation in Brazil. When asked about the advice he would give the youngster, Deco insisted that the football world must avoid overwhelming him and allow him to grow naturally.

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  The Portuguese drew comparisons between Yamal and past icons like Ronaldinho and Messi, calling him a “genius” with a unique understanding of the game. The 17-year-old has emerged as one of Barcelona’s brightest talents and is already playing a key role in the senior team. With the club going through a transitional phase, young stars like Yamal represent the future.

• WHAT DECO SAID

  Having shared the pitch with both Ronaldinho and Messi, Deco sees a similar spark in Yamal, telling : "What geniuses have in common is that they see what others don't see and Lamine has this. He masters football in a different way and in terms of his personal life, every player has his own world. His situation is different from Robert Lewandowski's, for example."

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  WHAT NEXT?

  The young Spanish winger is expected to continue growing under new management at Barcelona, with his development carefully monitored by Deco and the coaching staff. While Ballon d'Or talk might be premature, his early promise has already placed him among Europe’s most exciting prospects.

Former Manchester United and Portugal winger Nani wants fans to enjoy the final years of the glittering careers of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

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• Nani urges fans to stop criticising Ronaldo and Messi
• Admits 'football won't be the same' when the duo retire
• Labels CR7 'a machine'

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  Ronaldo's former United and Portugal team-mate Nani labelled the five-time Ballon d'Or winner "a machine" and also asked fans to enjoy the final moments of the careers of the pair often hailed as the best to ever grace the game, arguing that the sport will change the day they decide to call it a day.

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  Ronaldo and Messi have defined inarguably the greatest individual rivalry football has ever seen. The duo shared the stage for over 15 years, with the Argentine clinching eight Ballons d'Or and the Portuguese winning the award five times. They shared 10 of those awards for 10 straight years. While the fanbases of both players have more or less focused on undermining the achievements of the other, Ronaldo and Messi have often spoken admirably about each other.

• WHAT NANI SAID

  Speaking at an event on Wednesday, Nani was asked about Ronaldo signing a new two-year deal with Al-Nassr. The former winger said: "He's a machine, he's a different player and you can tell by the level he's reached in football. We criticise Ronaldo and Messi a lot, but the day they retire, football won't be the same. The fact that they've dropped off the radar of the best clubs made a difference straight away. We have to make the most of it while they're still on the pitch."

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  WHAT NEXT FOR RONALDO AND MESSI?

  Messi and Inter Miami's Club World Cup campaign ended in the round of 16, when they lost 4-0 to Paris Saint-Germain. There have been reports suggesting that the 38-year-old wants to return to Europe in order to prepare for next year's World Cup in the best possible way. Meanwhile, Ronaldo has just signed a new two-year deal, aiming to breach the 1000-goal mark and remain in top form with the hope that he can achieve his final hurrah by winning next year's World Cup with Portugal.

Rafael Leao will stay at AC Milan despite interest from Bayern Munich and Barcelona, new boss Massimiliano Allegri has said.

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• Allegri confirms Leao part of Milan plans
• Winger had interest from Barca, Bayern
• Coach expects big things from Portugal star

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  Leao will not be leaving Milan this summer, despite strong interest from Bayern Munich and Barcelona. During his unveiling as Milan’s new head coach, Allegri confirmed that the Portuguese winger remains a core part of his plans. Leao, who has three years left on his contract, has been the subject of repeated transfer speculation, but the club are standing firm.

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  WHAT ALLEGRI SAID

  “Rafa can do excellent things next season,” said Allegri when asked about Leao during a press conference. “I’m sure I can bring out that extra something he’s been missing. I’m glad he’s stayed, he’s now more responsible, more mature, and has all the qualities to become one of the best.

  "I hope to help him perform even better. He is approaching the age of maturity, so I think he is more responsible as a boy. I met him, I spoke to him and I think there are the conditions to do well."

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  Barca have shown long-standing interest in Leao, especially after being rejected by Nico Williams for the second straight summer. But despite a strong relationship with Leao’s agent Jorge Mendes, Barca will now have to look elsewhere for a left winger, with Luis Díaz and Marcus Rashford being considered instead. Meanwhile, Bayern were keenly interested in the left winger, but he refuted the rumours recently.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR AC MILAN?

  Milan are expected to remain active in the market, but Allegri has ruled out further major exits. With the Portuguese international staying, the club will now look to strengthen in other areas and bounce back after missing out on European football last season. Allegri’s challenge is clear: reshape the squad while keeping key talent motivated and firing.