Giggs backs Perisic to make big impact at United

Manchester United great Ryan Giggs believes the arrival of Ivan Perisic will give the whole squad a boost as the Inter winger nears a move to Old Trafford.

Gotze determined to make ‘beautiful’ Dortmund return

Borussia Dortmund midfielder Mario Gotze hopes his fitness woes are now behind him after the “superb moment” of his weekend comeback.

Mokoena: We should have the same mentality

Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena says his side should treat their second leg clash against Botswana in the Chan qualifiers is a new ball game.

Di Maria wants PSG stay despite Emery problems

Angel Di Maria insists he wants to stay at Paris Saint-Germain despite admitting to difficulties working with Unai Emery last season.

Kekana tips Zungu to succeed in Europe

Mamelodi Sundowns captain Hlompho Kekana believes Bongani Zungu can accomplish greatness in Europe – as he continues to grow as a player.

Mourinho has ‘no idea’ if Perisic will join United

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says he has “no idea” if Croatian forward Ivan Perisic will join the club from Inter. 

Watch: Lukaku nets his first United goal

Watch Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku scores his first goal for Manchester United during their 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake City on Monday.

Sarr targets Champion Cup glory

Orlando Pirates midfielder Issa Sarr says his side is not looking back and focusing on the season ahead starting with the Carling Black Label Champion Cup.

Fernandez: Nobody will pay €222m for Neymar

Barcelona technical secretary Robert Fernandez considers it implausible that any club would pay Neymar’s €222-million release clause.

Rakitic, Gomes in Valverde’s plans at Barca

Barcelona head coach Ernesto Valverde says he has no plans to sell midfield duo Ivan Rakitic or Andre Gomes.