Aditya Gokhale

Newcastle United have seen a bold £50 million ($68m) offer for Brighton star Joao Pedro rejected, with Chelsea also circling the Brazilian forward. The Magpies are expected to return with an improved bid, but face stiff competition in the market for one of the Premier League’s most versatile and in-demand attackers.

Chelsea have joined the race for Aston Villa star Emiliano Martinez, with Enzo Maresca reportedly keen on signing the Argentina No.1. However, the 2022 World Cup winner is said to favour a move to Manchester United, with Galatasaray and Atletico Madrid also circling.

Premier League coverage is set for a dramatic shift in 2025-26, as broadcasters will gain unprecedented access to players and dressing rooms. Substituted stars will now be interviewed pitch-side during live games, with cameras joining goal celebrations and briefly entering locker rooms in a move inspired by American sports broadcasting.

Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo has labelled his teammate Tyrique George as the sinister doppelganger to Arsenal and England superstar Bukayo Saka. The Blues winger has enjoyed a breakthrough season with the West London side under Enzo Maresca, and is at the Club World Cup as Chelsea prepare for their Round of 16 clash against Benfica at the Bank of America Stadium.

Cheslea and England star Lauren James has claimed that the Lionesses are entering 'a new era' as they prepare for the Euro 2025 in Switzerland. Head coach Sarina Wiegman led her side to the trophy in 2022 and is hoping that her Lionesses can go back-to-back this month despite the team having seen a number of major names step back from international duty.

Algerian left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri joined joined Manchester City from Wolves ahead of the Club World Cup. In just his second game under Pep Guardiola, the 24-year-old has sent fans into frenzy with a wonderful assist against Juventus in the Citizens' final group game of the tournament, which has fans calling him the 'best footballer in the world'.

Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has landed in France for his medical, as he is on the verge of completing a move to AS Monaco. The move would mark his return to competitive football after having bee hit with a four-year doping ban, which later was reduced by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to 18-months.

Crystal Palace’s long-awaited European debut hangs in the balance, with UEFA set to rule on their eligibility for the Europa League due to multi-club ownership links with Lyon. A decision is expected by Friday as Palace hope the recent sale of John Textor’s stake and Lyon’s shock relegation will clear the path.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been handed the most lucrative contract in sport history by Al-Nassr. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner signed the new deal with the Saudi Pro League side for a reported signing-on fee of £24.5 million ($33.7m) and will earn wages that will see him rake in over a million pounds every two days.

Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt has revealed that he is a Lionel Messi fan and has opened up how the Argentina captain's showing at the 2022 World Cup. The seven-time Ballon d'Or winner did exactly what was expected of him all his career as he led La Albiceleste to their third world title. The 'Fight Club' star revealed his admiration for Inter Miami's captain.

Paris Saint-Germain star Bradley Barcola has drawn interest from Chelsea, Arsenal and Bayern Munich - but Les Parisiens do not plan to sell him.

Claudio Echeverri has opened his account for Manchester City after scoring a sublime free-kick in the Citizens' 6-0 Club World Cup win over Al-Ain.

Liverpool are eyeing Malick Fofana as Federico Chiesa nears a move to Serie A, but Chelsea could rival their bid for the Lyon star.

Trent Alexander-Arnold has arrived for Real Madrid as he played a key part in their first Club World Cup win, and he has now fired a message to fans.

Jude Bellingham has hit back in style after brother Jobe's first Dortmund goal sparks playful competition between siblings at the Club World Cup.

Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior has been brutally mocked by fans after his failed rainbow flick at the Club World Cup against Mexican side Pachuca.

Manchester City's John Stones has opened up on a potential departure from the Citizens, as he opens up on his 'dark days' during a lenghty injury.

Former Liverpool and Newcastle striker Andy Carroll was questioned twice by Greek police after bust-ups with partner Lou Teasdale in Mykonos.