"We could not spend all the money we would like to spend," Nagelsmann said ahead of his team's German Super Cup game at Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday. "In the end, we have a good squad, but it's always about injuries." The Bayern coach referred to French right back Benjamin Pavard's ankle injury, which meant reserve player Josip Stanii played in the Bundesliga opener at Borussia Mönchengl...Full Story »

Watford manager Xisco Munoz hailed his side’s performance as they held off a late Aston Villa challenge to kickstart their Premier League return with a 3-2 victory.Club-record signing Ismaila Sarr had already set up Emmanuel Dennis’ first club goal for Watford’s opener before he found the net himself for their second.Debutant Cucho Hernandez added their third just moments after...Full Story »

Bayern Munich sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic doesn't believe the club have a chance of signing Lionel Messi, branding the move unthinkable given the salary involved. Messi will leave Barcelona after over 20 years at the club as the Blaugrana are unable to keep the No.10 at the club and adhere to LaLiga's financial fair play regulations. As a result, the player is available on a free tra...Full Story »

Erling Haaland netted a hat-trick for Borussia Dortmund tonight before all but confirming that he’s staying at the club this summer. Haaland has been linked with virtually every club on the planet over the last 12 months, but it appeared to be merely a one-horse race this summer, with Chelsea attempting to prise him away from Dortmund. After it became clear that the Bundesliga giants w...Full Story »

Jack Grealish made his Manchester City debut from the bench but it was another substitute, Kelechi Iheanacho, who won the Community Shield for Leicester.Just two days after becoming the most expensive British player following his move from Aston Villa for £100million, Grealish was named among the City substitutes at Wembley.The England attacker entered the fray with 65 minutes gone but was...Full Story »

Leicester will be without Wesley Fofana for Saturday’s Community Shield clash with Manchester City after the defender suffered a fractured fibula in a friendly against Villarreal on Wednesday.Fofana’s fellow centre-back Jonny Evans (foot) is also sidelined, and the Foxes have Timothy Castagne (fractured eye socket), James Justin (knee) and Nampalys Mendy unavailable as well.Harvey Ba...Full Story »

Former Manchester City defender Jerome Boateng has his heart set on Old Trafford as a potential destination this summer, with Manchester United his 'dream' club Former Bayern Munich centre back Jerome Boateng reportedly wants a move to Manchester United this summer. According to Calciomercato.it, the 32-year-old is ‘very disappointed’ not to have found a new club following his depa...Full Story »

CHELSEA have been dealt a potential transfer blow as Erling Haaland hinted he'd like to stay at Borussia Dortmund. The Blues have made Haaland their top transfer target this summer and are considering a staggering £135million offer, with reports claiming a players-plus-cash offer has been rejected. Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland is looking forward to playing with Donyell Malen How...Full Story »

Dortmund in the market Borussia Dortmund are set to land PSV Eindhoven’s forward Donyell Malen in a deal worth 30 million euros in the coming days as they prepare for life without Jadon Sancho. The Dutchman, who found the back of the net 19 times last season in 32 appearances for the Dutch side, also featured for the Netherlands at Euro 2020, providing 2 assists. As per transfer speci...Full Story »

The 25-year-old German struggled to adapt to the Premier League during his first season with the Blues. Werner has had a tough first season in England with Chelsea Credit: Getty He managed just 12 goals in 52 games and was often ridiculed for his inability to finish off chances. But that does not seem to have deterred Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich from their pursuit of the former RB Le...Full Story »

Manchester United have completed the signing of Jadon Sancho on a five-year deal with the option of a further 12 months, the club confirmed on Friday. Borussia Dortmund had previously confirmed the agreement, stating on July 1 that the transfer fee is "fixed" at €85 million ($99.98m). United also confirmed that the deal had been initially agreed to, subject to a medical after England's ...Full Story »

Leon Goretzka still wants to re-sign with Bayern Munich, despite interest from Manchester United. Negotiations between the Germany midfielder and Bayern have reached an impasse. The 26-year-old wants an annual wage packet of €20m, but the request has been rejected by the Bavarian giants. United have smelt an opportunity, a glimmer of hope, in enticing the talented midfielder away from...Full Story »

Chelsea are reportedly trying to negotiate a loan deal with Bayern Munich to complete the capture of Kingsley Coman. The Blues are allegedly looking to add more firepower to their frontline and that may involve letting Callum Hudson-Odoi depart in a part-exchange deal. Earlier this week, it was reported that Chelsea discussed the possibility of sending Hudson-Odoi or Tammy Abraham to Borussia D...Full Story »

Chelsea have made their opening offer for Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland. Chelsea have reportedly seen their opening offer for Erling Haaland rejected by Borussia Dortmund, according to Sky Germany. After weeks of intense speculation, the Blues have finally made their first move for the Norwegian striker who is Thomas Tuchel's No 1 target but as they have said all summer, Dortmund are...Full Story »

Chelsea are reportedly stepping up their interest in Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland. Chelsea are preparing to include Tammy Abraham as a makeweight in a big-money bid for Borussia Dortmund talisman Erling Haaland this summer, according to reports. The Blues are believed to be keen admirers of the 20-year-old, who has established himself as one of the world's best young players since j...Full Story »

As Chelsea begin to prepare for the 2021/22 Premier League season, Borussia Dortmund have provided a definitive update on their position on Erling Haaland's immediate future. The striker has quickly become one of world football's hottest properties, and with money seemingly no object for Roman Abramovich, it appears clear that the owner wants to deliver Haaland for Thomas Tuchel. MORE: Artet...Full Story »

Man United linked with Goretzka It has been clear for a while now that the Reds need reinforcements in midfield. Nemanja Matic is now past his best, leaving United without a quality defensive midfielder. This has led Solskjaer to start both Scott McTominay and Fred in a midfield pivot. However, this selection creates a number of problems, forcing Paul Pogba to be played out of position Ev...Full Story »

Borussia Dortmund have confirmed they have reached an agreement with Manchester United for Jadon Sancho. A statement released by the German club on Thursday said the fee is "fixed" at €85 million. Sources have told ESPN Sancho will sign a five-year contract with the option of another year after undergoing a medical. An official announcement from United followed later on Friday, that co...Full Story »

Xhaka draws Juve interest after Euro performance Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka has drawn interest from Juventus after his Man of the Match effort at Euro 2020 for Switzerland on Tuesday, claims Calciomercato. Xhaka helped his nation shock France in the last 16, which in turn could make the Gunners more likely to get their €20 million asking price met. Roma have been tracking the 28-ye...Full Story »

Manchester United are closer than ever to signing Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho. The Red Devils have lodged two offers for Sancho, the latest of which was worth around £75m. That amount is close to Dortmund's valuation, and Sky Sports says both clubs expect to complete the deal. Another stickler has been the the structure of payments as Dortmund prefer the majority of the fee p...Full Story »