Neymar delighted with Messi extension
Barcelona attacker Neymar is delighted that Lionel Messi extended his contract, saying it would be “complicated” for his team without their star.
Mosimane: Ngele, Malajila are cup-tied
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane reveals that returning pair Cuthbert Malajila and Mogakolodi Ngele won’t feature in his immediate plans ahead of the Caf Champions League clash against AS Vita Club.
Sergio Ramos: Ballon d’Or talk not crazy
Cristiano Ronaldo is the heavy favourite, but Sergio Ramos says it is not beyond the realms of possibility he could win the Ballon d’Or.
Rooney arrives at Everton ahead of expected return
Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney arrived at Everton’s Finch Farm training ground on Saturday as he closed in on a return to his boyhood club.
Lukaku to join United in Mourinho reunion
Manchester United have agreed a bumper deal with Everton for the transfer of Romelu Lukaku, the Red Devils have confirmed.
Beckham inducted into PSG’s online hall of fame
Former England midfielder David Beckham racked up two assists in a dozen matches for PSG, which naturally validates him as an all-time legend.
Klopp’s high hopes for Salah at Liverpool
Jurgen Klopp expects Mohamed Salah’s pace and finishing ability to add an extra dimension to Liverpool’s attack in the 2017-18 season.
Ozil: I’ve heard Lacazette’s very good
Arsenal star Mesut Ozil expects to enjoy linking up with new record signing Alexandre Lacazette, despite suggesting he knows little about the striker.
Busquets hails Madrid man Casemiro
Traditionally there is no love lost between Barcelona’s midfield master Sergio Busquets and Real Madrid, but he has conceded that Bernabeu opposite number Casemiro ranks among the world’s best players in his position.
Mertesacker to retire in 2018
Per Mertesacker will retire at the end of the 2017-18 season to become the new manager of Arsenal’s academy, the club have confirmed.