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Borussia Dortmund hierarchy are moving swiftly to secure the long-term future of head coach Niko Kovac following an exceptional transformation on the pitch. With his existing agreement due to expire at the conclusion of the campaign, club chiefs intend to reward the tactician with fresh terms that would extend his Westfalenstadion stay until 2029.

Manchester United are facing a significant battle to keep hold of academy sensation JJ Gabriel after the teenager sensationally requested to have his registration cancelled. Despite being viewed as a future cornerstone of the first team, the 16-year-old’s representatives reportedly tabled a series of bold requirements before the relationship soured.

Endrick is “too good” not to be playing regularly at Real Madrid, former Brazil international Anderson has told GOAL, with the 20-year-old forward being urged to consider a January move to the Premier League - with Newcastle and Tottenham being marked out as potential landing spots. The South American striker spent time in France with Lyon during the 2025-26 campaign.

Manchester United icon Sir Alex Ferguson has opened up on his mortality, admitting that he occasionally thinks about death while expressing concerns that he may not live to see the club's new stadium. The legendary Scotsman, now 84, reflected on his health struggles and the future of the Red Devils in a deeply personal account of his life and career.

Manchester United have reportedly entered the high-profile race alongside Arsenal to sign highly-rated Bayer Leverkusen forward Christian Kofane. Contract extension talks between the German side and the player have stalled, giving several Premier League clubs renewed hope of securing his signature.

A major scandal has erupted in the world of South American football coaching as Alejandro Mancuso, former assistant to Diego Maradona, faces allegations of operating a fraudulent licence scheme. The controversy has implicated several high-profile names who reportedly bypassed official channels to obtain their credentials.

Robert Pires has jumped to the defence of former France manager Didier Deschamps following Zinedine Zidane's impressive start in charge of Les Bleus. The former Arsenal winger insisted that Deschamps' historic achievements must not be forgotten amid early praise for his successor.

Manchester City are facing the very real prospect of being stripped of their Premier League titles following a landmark guilty verdict of financial breaches. Former England striker Gary Lineker has delivered a stark warning to the Etihad hierarchy, urging them to accept their fate rather than continuing a legal battle that is damaging the image of the English game.

After cutting his teeth in the pressure cooker of the Dutch giants' world-famous academy, the rapper left football behind aged just 21 to pursue his other great passion

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni is making a determined push to retain trusted assistant Walter Samuel ahead of their 2030 World Cup cycle. With the national setup already adjusting to life without talisman Lionel Messi, the tactician is eager to maintain continuity on his bench before Samuel's current contract reaches its conclusion in December.

“Nobody knows” whether the likes of Erling Haaland will be giving thought to a transfer away from Manchester City, Paul Dickov has admitted to GOAL, while Elliot Anderson and Enzo Fernandez will have been given “guarantees”. The Premier League giants find themselves at the centre of a Financial Fair Play (FFP) storm that sees 115 charges hanging over the Etihad Stadium.

Lionel Messi’s historic international career reached a tearful conclusion at the Estadio Monumental, but the night ended with a moment that left both the player and fans completely baffled. While the legendary forward bid farewell to the Albiceleste faithful, a bizarre interaction with the match official provided a surreal final twist to his legendary story.

Bayern Munich are battling to resolve a contract standoff with teenage goalkeeper Leonard Prescott before his deal runs down in 2027. The German giants are desperate to avoid losing the 17-year-old on a free transfer but face serious resistance as rival suitors circle the shot-stopper over a lack of clear first-team pathways in Bavaria.

Lionel Messi has concluded his historic international career, leaving Argentina’s legendary Number 10 shirt vacant after a final victory over Benin. Como director of sport Carlalberto Ludi believes rising star Nico Paz is already destined to inherit the iconic jersey for the national team.

The fallout from Manchester City’s landmark financial fair play case continues to send shockwaves through English football after sensational claims emerged regarding the timing of the verdict. It has been reported that a select group of the club's biggest rivals were granted a massive head start on the news that the Etihad giants had been found guilty of over 100 breaches.

Manchester City have moved quickly to reassure star goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma following the shocking news of the club's guilty verdict regarding financial regulations. The Italian international, who only arrived at the Etihad Stadium last summer, is among several high-profile stars whose futures have been questioned in the wake of the independent panel's findings.

Al-Nassr head coach Ange Postecoglou has confirmed that veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo is ready for domestic action following his early departure from the Portugal camp. The Australian tactician swiftly shut down questions regarding the forward's recent international drama, preferring to concentrate on his side's upcoming Saudi Pro League fixture.

The tournament might not kick-off for the best part of two years, but the extended international break offered some early clues as to how the challengers are shaping up

The Manchester United midfielder was originally omitted from the squad to face Greece before a late recall, suggesting she is down the pecking order and won't start at No.10

Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni has detailed his pitchside exchange with Lionel Messi during Argentina's 3-0 win against Benin. The 20-year-old was an unused substitute on the night, admitting he was starstruck by being part of the squad and revealing he made sure to embrace the veteran to thank him for his service during his final international bow.

The footballing world stood still as Lionel Messi bid an emotional farewell to international football at the Estadio Monumental, but the conversation has already shifted to his next move. While the legendary playmaker remains tied to Inter Miami, the dream of a homecoming to his boyhood club is being kept alive by one of South America's most powerful figures.

The Benin football federation has reportedly been left furious over their treatment following Lionel Messi's international farewell in Buenos Aires. Discontent has surfaced after claims emerged that the visiting African delegation were blocked from swapping shirts, taking photographs, or receiving financial incentives despite featuring in the high-profile exhibition.

Lionel Messi has received formal recognition from River Plate following his final international appearance on domestic soil against Benin. The Argentine heavyweights marked the historic occasion by presenting the iconic playmaker with club honours inside the Estadio Monumental, celebrating his enduring bond with the nation's premier football cathedral.

A strategic £59.5 million rescue clause has firmly placed Liverpool in the driving seat to re-sign Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Real Madrid are all actively circling the England international, but the Merseyside club's incredible contractual foresight could ultimately ruin their rivals' ambitious transfer plans for next summer.

The South Korean government has officially signaled its intent to overhaul the long-standing military service exemption system for elite athletes. This move comes in the wake of significant public backlash following the recent Asian Games, where celebrations from the national football team sparked a national debate over fairness.

Scott McTominay has officially rejoined full first-team training with Napoli after receiving clearance to resume playing following heart surgery in Manchester. The Scotland international was sidelined after being diagnosed with a mild benign arrhythmia, but further diagnostic tests confirmed he is fit to return to competitive action ahead of Saturday's clash against Frosinone.

Former Italy international forward Fabio Borini has officially announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 35. The attacker, who enjoyed spells with European giants such as Chelsea, Liverpool, Roma, and AC Milan, confirmed his decision on Wednesday following the expiration of his contract this summer, bringing an end to a journey that spanned nearly two decades.

Arsenal are on the verge of securing the long-term future of Declan Rice with a lucrative new contract offer that reflects his status as a cornerstone of the project. The England international is expected to see his salary surge to match the club's highest earners following years of commanding performances at the heart of the team in North London.

Pochettino learned plenty from an eventful fall camp and has given himself plenty of good problems to have going forward.