Five new stars to watch in Ligue 1

The French Ligue 1 season begins on Friday, here are five new faces to watch in the 2024/25 campaign.

Shaw to miss Man Utd’s first three Premier League games

Manchester United defender Luke Shaw has suffered a fresh injury setback and will miss the opening three games of the season.

Palmer wants to ‘bring trophies’ to Chelsea after signing extension

England forward Cole Palmer has signed a two-year contract extension with Chelsea, sealing his stay until 2033.

Manchester United sign Bayern’s De Ligt and Mazraoui

Manchester United have signed Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich.

Messi won’t play for Miami in Leagues Cup match at Columbus

Messi was ruled out by Inter Miami coach Martino for the defending champions’ knockout match at reigning MLS champion Columbus.

Man City’s Haaland nominated for PFA Player of the Year award

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is in the hunt to win a second successive PFA Player of the Year award.

Zubimendi rejects Liverpool to stay at Sociedad

Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has rejected a move to Liverpool.

Lautaro Martinez signs new Inter deal until 2029

Lautaro Martinez committed his future to Inter after signing a new contract keeping him with the Serie A champions until 2029.

AC Milan sign Brazil’s Emerson Royal from Tottenham

AC Milan have signed Brazil defender Emerson Royal from Tottenham Hotspur.

Atletico sign Man City striker Julian Alvarez

Atletico Madrid signed striker Julian Alvarez from Manchester City in a deal reported to be worth up to 85 million euros.