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/ 89 days ago

Real Madrid fails in Leny Yoro move as Lille stands their ground

French side Lille forced Leny Yoro to Manchester United despite the defender's hopes. The 18-year-old defender was set to enter his last season under contract at the Ligue 1 club. As a result of stalled contract extension negotiations, Lille slapped a massive $65 million price tag on their starlet. The Red Devils jumped at the […]

TV

/ 92 days ago

Decision reached in $546 million deal for Ligue 1 rights in France

The ongoing pursuit of a domestic Ligue 1 TV rights holder in France has come to a close with two familiar broadcasters. DAZN and beIN SPORTS will combine to broadcast every game of the Ligue 1 season for viewers in France. The deal was completed just weeks before the Ligue 1 season begins. Kickoff for […]

News

/ 98 days ago

Marseille fans fume at club for targeting Greenwood deal

Marseille have jumped up into the driver's seat in a deal to potentially sign Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood. Fabrizio Romano is claiming that the French side has officially offered the Red Devils about $32 million for the attacker. United's willingness to work with Marseille essentially hinges on a substantial sell-on fee. This particular stipulation […]

TV

/ 99 days ago

Ligue 1 clubs face bankruptcy without a new broadcast deal

Several Ligue 1 clubs are facing bankruptcy due to the league's unfinished broadcast deal in France. Teams such as Lens, who finished second in Ligue 1 in the 2022/23 season, and eight-time league winners Nantes, could all close their doors depending on the league's indecisiveness, per a report from L'Equipe. The LFP, the body that […]

News

/ 110 days ago

Atlanta's second-highest exit: Almada set for Europe via Botafogo

Thiago Almada, the 23-year-old Argentine attacking midfielder, has become a focal point in the transfer market in Europe following his impressive stint at Atlanta United and his participation in Argentina's World Cup-winning squad in 2022. The buzz around Almada hasn't only attracted the attention of clubs across South America but also of prestigious European teams. […]

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/ 115 days ago

Mbappe's turbulent PSG exit: Legal and financial battle looms

Real Madrid officially confirmed the signing of Kylian Mbappe from PSG earlier this month. Once the 25-year-old striker's run at the 2024 European Championship is over, he will sign with the La Liga winners. Mbappe joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 and has since won every domestic title available, except the UEFA Champions League. Despite the […]

News

/ 116 days ago

PSG bid to make Vinicius top earner: What did Madrid star say?

In a dramatic turn of events this summer, PSG attempted to lure Real Madrid's star Vinicius with a staggering financial package. However, the Brazilian sensation stood firm in his commitment to Los Blancos. He allegedly rejected a deal that would have made him one of the highest-paid players in the world. PSG's pursuit of Vinicius […]

News

/ 118 days ago

United deal for elite defender blocked by UEFA

Manchester United's pursuit of signing a new defender has hit a major snag. United have been linked with a move for Nice center-back Jean-Clair Todibo for some time now. The Frenchman was recently left off of his nation's Euro 2024 squad by manager Didier Deschamps. Nevertheless, the 24-year-old star faced stiff competition at the position […]

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/ 122 days ago

United target's sell-on clause sets Barca up for cash bonanza

Due to a sell-on clause, Barca could be set for a significant financial boost if Manchester United target, Jean-Clair Todibo, earns a summer transfer. Todibo, who joined Barcelona in January 2019, was once heralded as one of the most promising young defenders in France. However, injuries and managerial upheavals marred his time in Spain, preventing […]

News

/ 122 days ago

Hint of jab at Barca, Xavi: Dembele explains rise in form for PSG

Former Barcelona forward Ousmane Dembele has expressed his dissatisfaction with his time at the Catalan club. In addition to this, he has drawn comparisons with his experience at Paris Saint-Germain, where he now appears much more settled. As he prepares for Euro 2024 with the French national team, Dembele's remarks highlight the differences in his […]

News

/ 124 days ago

De Zerbi nears deal with Marseille after failed Man Utd talks

Roberto de Zerbi looks set to become the new head coach of Marseille. The Italian manager previously took over at Premier League side Brighton in September of 2022. The Seagulls signed De Zerbi after their former coach Graham Potter joined Chelsea. While Potter worked wonders with the South Coast club, the team did not miss […]

News

/ 124 days ago

Not just Vinicius: PSG eyes two LaLiga stars to replace Mbappe

With Kylian Mbappe's departure to Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain find themselves at a critical juncture. PSG are reportedly grappling with concerns about the future of their squad with Vinicius and Lamine Yamal emerging as Mbappe replacements. Mbappe, who signed a five-year deal with the La Liga giants, leaves a significant void at PSG; both in […]

News

/ 132 days ago

'Enrique saved me': Mbappe spills beans on PSG's mistreatment

In a move widely anticipated, Real Madrid confirmed the signing of Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer. This transfer ended a long-running saga, with Mbappe joining the Spanish giants on a five-year deal. His departure from PSG, however, did not come without lingering tensions and unresolved financial disputes. The Frenchman's high-profile move to Real Madrid […]

TV

/ 134 days ago

Ligue 1 mulls idea of domestic direct-to-consumer service

The Ligue 1 domestic TV rights in France have not found a suitor. The French top flight wants more money per year for domestic rights than TV broadcasters are willing to offer. As a result, Ligue 1 is considering a direct-to-consumer service where it would organize the broadcasts and make them available to audiences in […]

News

/ 135 days ago

Why Ligue 1 will still be entertaining without Mbappé

Finally, after years and years of suspense, misleading transfer rumors, and deadline-day chaos, the ever-entertaining Kylian Mbappé has left PSG and Ligue 1. After leaving for free and ostensibly signing a huge contract, Mbappé joins a stacked front line including Vinicius and Rodrygo while teaming up with superstars Jude Bellingham and Federico Valverde. It's an […]