Amid discussions over a move to Real Madrid, France forward Kylian Mbappe said Friday that he remains hopeful of taking part in the Paris Olympics this summer and that no one has yet told him he won't be able to compete.Mbappe is expected to join Madrid when his contract at Paris Saint-Germain expires this summer, with ESPN reporting last month the LaLiga giants are hopeful of finalising an agreem

Xabi Alonso will reportedly join Bayern Munich if he decides to leave Bayer Leverkusen and could snub Liverpool's offer to replace Jurgen Klopp.Bayern & Liverpool vying for AlonsoSpaniard reportedly leaning towards joining the BavariansBayern also feel confident about convincing Alonso to take chargeWHAT HAPPENED?Alonso finds himself at a crossroads as he contemplates his next managerial move

Gareth Southgate has rubbished "completely disrespectful" rumours linking him with the Manchester United job.Southgate focussed on England dutyDoes not want any speculation on his futureRatcliffe reportedly wants him at Old TraffordWHAT HAPPENED?Recent reports have suggested that Manchester United's new co-owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe of INEOS, has identified Southgate as their top choice to replace E

Joshua Kimmich says he is "relaxed" about his Bayern Munich future despite the sought-after midfielder nearing the last year of his contract.Kimmich faces uncertain Bayern futureLiverpool and Arsenal linked with GermanMidfielder 'relaxed' about his contractWHAT HAPPENED?The German international will be a free agent in the summer of 2025 and as his contract ticks down, links with Arsenal, Liverpool

A FINANCIAL expert has warned that Chelsea face a “more severe” points deduction than Everton and Nottingham Forest if they are found guilty of breaking Premier League financial rules.The Blues have spent over £1billion on new signings since Todd Boehly’s arrival in 2022.Chelsea have been warned they face a huge points deduction if they breach financial rules Credit: Reuters

Alonso could snub Liverpool reunion to join Bayern this summerXabi Alonso will reportedly join Bayern Munich if he decides to leave Bayer Leverkusen and could snub Liverpool's offer to replace Jurgen Klopp. Sky Germany's Florian Plettenberg said: "As confirmed in the last hours and days, Bayern Munich are confident to sign him. They are pushing for him."Kimmich responds to transfer links as Bayern

Wales manager Rob Page called for his players to quickly regroup from their 4-1 win over Finland and lift themselves again when they face Poland for a place at Euro 2024.Midfielder David Brooks fired Wales into an early lead and Nottingham Forest full-back Neco Williams clipped in a well-worked free-kick before Finland pulled a goal back ahead of the break from Teemu Pukki.Wales, though, restored

Wales thrashed Finland 4-1 in Cardiff to set up a Euro 2024 play-off final with Poland.First-half goals from David Brooks and Neco Williams put the hosts in cruise control and raised hopes of a stress-free evening for the vast majority of a sell-out Cardiff City Stadium crowd.Teemu Pukki banished those thoughts on the stroke of half-time with his 40th Finland goal, but Brennan Johnson quickly rest

Juventus centre-back Gleison Bremer could be heading for the Premier League this summer.The 27-year-old is emerging as a prime target for Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag.The Red Devils want to add a faster, ball playing defender into their line up.Bremer has been a regular fixture within the Juventus team, playing 29 times in all competitions so far this term.He is one of the big players th

The Premier League's biggest clubs are interested in Real Madrid winger Rodrygo, according to Sport.Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United are all reported to be keen on the 23-year-old, though they are aware that a move could be difficult.Los Blancos aren't looking to discuss a transfer for the Brazil international, but they could be persuaded to negotiate if they receive an of